Tehran has tonight launched missile attack on two US bases in Iraq housing US and coalition troops, defense sources have revealed.

The Al Asad airbase in western Iraq – where Trump visited in December 2018 – was reported to have been hit by 35 missiles fired from inside Iran.

And a US site in Erbil, in Iraqi Kurdistan, which provides facilities and services to at least hundreds of coalition personnel and CIA operatives, was also hit.

Iranian state TV said ‘tens’ of surface-to-surface missiles were launched Tuesday by the Revolutionary Guard’s aerospace division that controls the country’s missile program.

They reported the operation’s name was ‘Martyr Soleimani’ – named after the general killed in a US drone strike.

The Pentagon confirmed the attacks in a statement.

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Governor of Ebonyi state, a member of the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) says he is also a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

Umahi said this when he received some stakeholders from Uburu, Ohaozara local government area of th hie state last weekend.

He told members of the PDP, who have plans to defect to the APC not to bother because he also belongs to the party.

He said, “Stay in one place. Don’t run from here to there and from there to here. ”
“E no make sense....


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https://gistupafrica.com/i-belong-to-apc-and-pdp-gov-umahi/

Relationships can be great. You always have someone to binge your latest Netflix obsession with, to talk to about your day, and to play the role of dutiful Instagram boyfriend or girlfriend. But along with the enviable aspects of being loved-up, there can be challenges that come with being part of a couple. You have to take someone else’s feelings into account at all times; you have to factor your partner into your decision making; you have to let yourself be vulnerable.

Although the more trying aspects of a relationship are tricky for any of us to navigate, the problem is particularly pronounced when one half of a couple has experienced mental health issues. I personally spent years struggling to form romantic connections because my own anxiety disorder drove a wedge between me and anyone I was dating. I would consistently beat myself up about bad dates and relentlessly overanalyze my partner’s every move.However, we are all deserving of love, and mental health struggles shouldn’t come in between you and being in a happy and healthy relationship.



Mental health issues are always best addressed by a professional, but these are some additional factors that can help you and your partner navigate a relationship impacted by mental health.

Be Open About Your Mental Health

It can be scary to tell someone about your mental health problems, but being open from the outset saves you from the stressful situation of hiding a mental illness whilst also navigating a new relationship. Although you don’t have to reel off your medical history on the first date, you should aim to speak to a new partner as soon as you feel comfortable doing so, particularly if...


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Thousands of #IamGateway people took to the streets of PortHarcourt to bless the city & command the land to make room for us!

We marched! Yeah…. it took 3hrs & 30mins! And 17km.



We prayed!

We worshipped!

We danced!

We prophesied!

We ‘shakarad’!

Click on the link below to read full n see more photos.

https://gistupafrica.com/gateway-intl-churchtakeover-march-2020photos/

Justus at 39, can’t exactly remember what it was like to be poor. Spoilt by fairly comfortable parents as the first son, he soon made his own money doing ‘business.’

A paragon of easy virtue, he is reputed to have enjoyed dalliance with a lady he picked up at the hotel/restaurant whilst his two wives were fast asleep in their rooms.



He is well known for his several flirtations with young kids—never women in his age bracket, and has financially seen quite a handful of them through the university. His adoring wives know of his addiction to adventurous females but believe he does no wrong. How could he, with all the money he has?

A few months ago, he was treated to a sumptuous dinner by another female ‘discovery’ two streets away from his house. The lady in question is his neighbour’s second wife to whom Justus was alleged to have written love letters in which he expressed his undying love, despite his recent marriage to yet another woman in his home town. So, whenever the husband was not around, super-stud sneaked in. To allay suspicion, he takes the car even though he could easily stroll down, then park round the corner from his lover’s flat.

This particular night, he had invited officers of his club home to discuss some financial problems the club was having over dinner. The second wife would have the privilege of serving his guests pounded yam and heaven knows how many assorted pieces of meat. “When he told us where he was coming from,” said one of the club members he invited over,

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https://gistupafrica.com/a-loaded-man-does-no-wrong-no-matter-his-number-of-wives/

Nollywood actress, Tonto Dikeh has taken to her Instagram page to share useful nuggets on how to grow in 2020.

The veteran actress stated it is important to be wise and strategic,also adding that nothing is going to change because it is a new year,except individuals changes their ways.



She wrote:

“As the new year begins, please be wise and strategic. Nothing is going to change because it’s a new year. Forget about the whole “new year new me” mantra, if you don’t change your ways, you’ll still get the same result. Here are some nuggets to help you this year.

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https://gistupafrica.com/forget-about-the-whole-new-year-new-me-mantrabe-wise-tonto-dikeh/

There is absolutely nothing you won’t find in the Nigerian online space. Nigerian blogger, Linda Ikeji has come up with claims that the muscle on her 1 year old son is akin to that on a grown man, thanks to the fabulous camera angle that she has used to take a photo to create an illusion that will fool the gullible into giving thoughts to how a 1 year old could have the muscles of a grown up. You cannot blame Linda in this case because it is her career to sensationalize everything she comes across to draw the interest of people into it – checkout the photo she is talking about.

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https://gistupafrica.com/my-15-months-old-son-growing-muscles-already-linda-ikeji/

Justin biber finally drops the most anticipated single,yummy.The song is his first own single to be released in three years. The unnamed album is projected to be released in 2020.

Enjoy the sound.

Click on the link below to download

https://gistupafrica.com/download-justin-biber-yummy-mp3/

Nkechi knew when she married Philip all of nine year ago that she was getting married to a ladies’ man. “His best friend who introduced us described him as a naughty boy with the ladies”, confessed Nkechi, “but I thought I was special when he asked me to marry him.

We were reasonably happy for the first few years until high-tech mobile phones became the status symbol of the rich.

“Around the time high-tech mobiles became popular, Philip, chartered accountant, was lucky to get a job with one of the airlines. We’d had two lovely children by then and Philip was obviously having the time of his life in his new job. Always with the latest mobile phones, he was constantly phoning and texting even whilst he was at home to check the staff and if possible, given passengers help and advice.

Inevitably, he started keeping late nights and no matter how bitterly I complained, he didn’t change his irresponsible habit. It was by a stroke of luck that he left his favourite mobile phone on the dining table that fateful day he was in the bathroom. I picked it up and checked his messages. ‘Hi! I hope you’re still dreaming of the time we had last night’ one message read. It was from someone named Kayode. Shortly after, there was a bleep and the text read. “Coming round later? I have a tasty meal waiting for you. Very tasty … yummy!’ This message was also from Kayode – very strange messages indeed for one man to send to another.”

“I quickly wrote down the number

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Queen Farcadi who is into the business of sleeping with men for money has revealed what made her go into it.

According to the popular Ghanaian escort, laziness and not wanting to work made her pick prostitution as her means of survival.

The 24-year-old in an interview on The Delay Show admitted to sleeping with several men from different countries.
She said;

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https://gistupafrica.com/you-have-to-use-your-body-to-get-what-you-want-queen-farcadi/

Property worth millions of naira were destroyed when two shops and one house were gutted by fire in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital.

The fire incident happened at New Council Road, Wondo, Old Gbagi, Ibadan.

According to information gathered, no life was lost and the quick intervention by the state fire service checked the raging inferno from spreading.

The cause of the fire was not ascertained, but an impeccable source said it was a spark from the electricity that caused it.

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https://gistupafrica.com/fire-destroys-property-worth-millions-in-ibadan/

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Beginning of the End? What Is a Break in a Relationship Exactly?
By Admin on Dec 27, 2019
If you’re thinking about taking some time apart from your partner, you might be wondering what is a break in a relationship exactly? What does it mean?
Relationships take hard work and a lot of compromise. Sometimes you reach the point where you really can’t take much more. When this happens, you have two choices. You either walk away for good, or you take a break and see what a little time does for the two of you. So, what is a break in a relationship exactly?

If you’re currently going through a difficult patch, you might be unsure what to do. In that case, you might be considering taking a break, and does it really mean the end, or just a hiatus?

For many couples a little time apart actually turns out to be a good thing. A fresh perspective is gained, a new appreciation is developed, and everything causing the rift to begin with is seen through clearer eyes.

Of course, sometimes a break turns out to be a precursor to an actual break up too. In some cases, the couple find that they enjoy spending time away from each other, to the point where spending time together is a drag. In this case, you’ve really reached the end of the road.

There’s no way to know beforehand how a break will affect your relationship. All you can do is reach that point and figure out whether attempting to take a break is something you both want. Of course, it might be that one of you wants it but the other doesn’t. In that case, what do you do?

Talk about it. That’s the only answer. Discuss the problem maturely and with open eyes. See if there is any way to compromise. If not, you really can’t force someone to stay in a relationship, temporary or permanent, when they’re keen for a little time alone. In that case, see where the land lies once a little time has passed.

What is a break in a relationship in reality? What does it actually mean?

It simply means that you need some time to process what is going on, how you feel, and where to go from this point. It doesn’t always mean the end. In some cases it can simply mean a quick pitstop to breathe a little.

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https://gistupafrica.com/beginning-of-the-end-what-is-a-break-in-a-relationship-exactly/

Based on Google search results that is flying around the Internet, sporting some surprises,Lady gaga the list at No. 1.

Washington’s famous women made a showing as well: former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin is No. 18, first lady Michelle Obama No. 21 and Secretary of State Hillary Clinton No. 32,A surprise inclusion at No.7 gat everyone talking.
Here is the full list:

50. Eva Longoria

49. Scarlett Johansson

48. Carmen Electra

47. Tina Fey

46. Adriana Lima

45. Lily Allen

44. Sarah Jessica Parker

43. Kelly Clarkson

42. Carrie Underwood.

41. Amy Winehouse

40. Vanessa Hudgens

39. Katie Price

38. Ashley Tisdale

37. Hilary Duff

36. Marilyn Monroe

35. Heidi Montag

34. Demi Moore

33. Jennifer Aniston

32. Hillary Clinton

31. Ciara

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https://gistupafrica.com/50-most-popular-women-on-the-webnumber-seven7-will-shock-you/

A Nigerian woman who got married in 1984, has welcomed her first child for the first time after missing her menstruation for 13 years.

Recalling how a nurse broke news of her pregnancy to her, Mrs Osiebo who welcomed a baby boy on December 13 said;

“The nurse looked at my face and said, ‘Mummy, to God be the glory, you are pregnant. I was very surprised. “

58-year-old Dorcas Osiebo recalled how her hope was dashed after seeking for help from both traditional and orthodox medical practices. The woman who entered menopause in 2006, also revealed her younger sister who got married after her is already a grand-mother.

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https://gistupafrica.com/nigerian-woman-who-got-married-in-1984-delivers-baby-after-missing-her-menstruation-for-13-years/

One word answers coming your way? You’re experiencing the terrible epidemic of dry texting, and it’s time to wave goodbye to time wasters!

The point of communication is that it is a two way street. Both parties put in the same amount of effort, asking questions which bat back and forth, creating a long-running dialogue which helps them get to know each other and entertain one another. Dry texting isn’t a two way street.

Do you agree?

So, when you’re receiving nothing back but ‘yes’, ‘no’, ‘ok’, or even worse, ‘k’, what are you supposed to think?

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/24/dry-texting-the-real-meaning-behind-those-one-word-text-responses/

Nigerian singer, Wizkid, has blasted popular blogger, Linda Ikeji for telling him that he has no right to call someone fake.

The blogger was the first to draw blood by reacting to a post the singer made about fake pastors and churches via Twitter.

The two are known to be sworn enemies.

Ikeji was highly displeased about his outburst and she tweeted;

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/23/wave-from-now-till-2022youll-remain-single-wizkid-tells-linda-ikeji/

Burna Boy pulls another surprise on us, moved on from his Grammy nominated album ‘African Giant’ to serve something new. “Money Play ” is a song that shows Burna as the money man, happening nigga which also gave shout out to his Abuja Big Men!

You know what to expect when it’s coming from the African Giant himself…(HOT) . Enjoy the sound.
Click on the link below to download the song.
https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/24/downloadburna-boy-money-pay/

After collaborating with Samini on a new single, ‘Celebration’, Shatta Wale has gone right back to trashing him.
According to Shatta Wale, he is the top artist around now and he decided to help Samini by featuring him on a song.

He jabbed Samini that in the past when he (Samini) was doing well he did not give him the same opportunity.

“When the opportunity comes you grab it…I believe Samini has seen the opportunity in grabbing this time of my moment because I wanted to do the same with him but I couldn’t get the opportunity,” Wale said.

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/23/when-i-get-my-foodi-make-you-chop-smallshatta-wale-brags-about-resurrecting-saminis-career/

Popular Rapper Ycee have raised alarm over the alarming rate at which people consume hard drugs in Lagos, especially cocaine.

Ycee also known as “omo alhaji”took to his Twitter page some hours ago to express his shock over the matter. Ycee wrote that the way cocaine is now being seen by some people in Lagos as a worthy substance to use in entertaining a person is really scary.

see his post below.

To see post pls click on the link below
https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/23/the-rate-at-which-people-consume-hard-drugs-now-is-alarming-ycee/

A middle aged man in Ebonyi State by the name Chinasa Ogbaga allegedly butchered his two children and left one half-dead.

The deceased are; Chikamso Ogbaga, a six-year-old boy, and Chizaram Ogbaga, a four-year-old girl; while Emmanuel Ogbaga, a two-year-old boy was rescued half-dead.

He has been taken to Alex Ekwueme Federal Teaching Hospital Abakaliki (AE-FETHA) where he is receiving medical attention.

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/22/a-middle-aged-man-in-ebonyi-state-slaughters-his-two-children-leaves-another-half-dead/

reportedly lost his life after he was hit by a stray bullet shot by a drunk police.

Sharing the heartbreaking news, a close friend claimed that the shots were fired at an end of the year party by some drunk police officers

The individual called for justice on behalf of his deceased friend.

To read full story pls click on the link below.
https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/22/upcoming-comedian-owonikoko-killed-by-drunk-police-man/

The incident occurred on the 14th of December 2019 in which passengers who boarded GUO transport company going to Warri and Port Harcourt were kidnapped at Ahoada.

The relative of one the victims narrated the story.

He said:

“On Saturday the 14th day of December, 2019, my relation went onboard using G.U.O. transport company heading to Port Harcourt, the bus left Lagos around 7:38am expecting to arrive Port Harcourt at most 10pm.

At about past 7pm my mum called my relation which he confirmed the trip was ongoing. He made a call to a close family friend at about 9:20pm informing her they the had a flat tyre and the driver was changing it and that was the last we had of him as he wasn’t picking his calls that night anymore.

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/22/g-u-o-kidnap-storythe-truth-revead-as-told-by-one-of-the-victims-relative/

The January transfer window is nearly here and we bring you all the latest news and gossip as Manchester United, Chelsea, Arsenal and Liverpool prepare to make moves in the market.

The January transfer window opens in a week and a half and Premier League clubs are busy working on deals already and are hoping to bolster their squads going into the second half of the season.

Liverpool have already completed the signing of Takumi Minamino while a host of clubs are linked with Jadon Sancho and Erling Haaland. The changes of manager at Arsenal , Everton and even Jose Mourinho at Tottenham will make next month a huge window for a number of clubs. And we’ve got the latest talk here.

We bring you some exciting transfer news.....
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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/22/transfer-news-live-chelsea-plot-120m-sancho-bid-and-more/

Do you have the charisma that will win over the parents of your dream girl? Here’s exactly what she expects when she takes you home to meet them.

One of the most important points in any developing relationship is that moment when you get to meet her parents. In a very innocently pursued manner, she is telling both you and her parents that she is serious about your future together, and that, in her mind at least, it will most certainly be transcending the dating stage at some point.



It can be a terrifying proposition, especially when her father has a reputation as a bit of a hard nut, but it’s equally the case for them. After all, you could be the guy that she ends up spending the rest of her days with, and a poor choice on her behalf could represent a lifetime of stress and worry for them.

The importance of a good impression.

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/21/are-you-the-type-of-guy-she-can-show-off-to-her-mom/

The Managing Director and CEO of Sherrif Tutu Joint located at David Mark Bypass, Makurdi in Nigeria, Christopher Ogboji might be in a hot soup at the moment.

He has been accused by a Facebook user by name Ukan Kurugh Ukan, for allegedly raping a 21 year old girl who was his former employee.

According to the allegation, Christopher took advantage of his 21 year old employee when she went to give him sales book to check the stock before he travels for the Christmas.

Ukan Kurugh Ukan narrated the incident as follows:

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/21/ceo-allegedly-rapes-his-21years-old-employee/

Is your boyfriend your entire world? Big mistake! Learn how to stop being emotionally dependent on your boyfriend and maintain your identity.



When you meet a new man, it’s easy for him to become the center of your universe. Of course, it’s nice to feel that way, and you want him to be a part of everything in your life. The thing is, if you allow him to infiltrate every corner of your being, you easily become dependent on him for your emotional well being. That in itself is a huge mistake, and why you should learn how to stop being emotionally dependent on your boyfriend.

Are you emotionally dependent on your man?

When you meet a new man, it’s easy for him to become the center of your universe. Of course, it’s nice to feel that way, and you want him to be a part of everything in your life. The thing is, if you allow him to infiltrate every corner of your being, you easily become dependent on him for your emotional well being. That in itself is a huge mistake, and why you should learn how to stop being emotionally dependent on your boyfriend.

Are you emotionally dependent on your man?

A good way to figure out whether you’re emotionally dependent on your man is to think about how you feel when he’s in a bad mood for no specific reason. Everyone gets like this sometimes, and it can be as random as a passing bad mood due to bad weather.

When he gets like this, how does it make you feel? Do you mirror his bad mood? Does it make you feel unsettled? Do you get a little needy and ask him what’s wrong several times?

If you do, that’s a sure sign that you’re emotionally dependent on your man.



No judgement here,we all have made mistakes in the past.What you need to do is learn how to stop being emotionally dependent on your boyfriend from this point onwards.

You cannot and should not be dependent on anyone else for your emotional well being. That can only come from inside yourself. Sure, if something happens in your boyfriend’s life, it’s normal to worry about him and want him to feel happy and upbeat again.

When you’re on a constant rollercoaster of emotions simply because his moods are up and down, it’s time to take back control and maintain a sense of emotional harmony.



Why do we become emotionally dependent on others?

Learning how to stop being emotionally dependent on your boyfriend is also about understanding why it happens in the first place. There is something called emotional intelligence, or EQ. This is nothing to do with IQ, and it isn’t a measurement of your intelligence at all.

Everyone has a different level of EQ, and the higher that level, the more able you are to separate your emotions from those around you and maintain your own emotional identity. This also means that you’re more able to control your emotions in heated moments.

The reality is that most of us have low EQ, and we’re therefore at the mercy of our emotions and sometimes, the emotions of others. If you have empathy traits, it’s also likely that you’ll be affected by negative emotions from those close to you on a regular basis, and it’s important to understand how to separate those in order to be happy and balanced in your life.

Despite your EQ level, being in such close proximity to someone makes you susceptible to their changes in mood. If you live together, this will be even more pronounced. Remember, when you meet someone, you open yourself up and allow yourself to be vulnerable. By doing this, there is a certain amount of fear involved. As a result, you’re subconsciously on the lookout for any problems which might cause choppy waves to affect your relationship.

Ok…The answer? Chill…..

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/20/how-to-stop-being-emotionally-dependent-on-your-boyfriend-and-grow/

Popular Nigerian rapper Ice Prince is the latest celebrity to react to the Senate impeachment of U.S President Donald Trump.

Ice prince called on citizens of Africa countries to think forward shorty after U.S President Donald Trump was Impeached.

He wrote”is it Africa time?”
basically time for Africans to take some positives from Donald Trump’s impeachment anf follow in that direction rather than just watching the news like it’s a football tournament.

The Ex-Chelsea striker has been given a 12-month community order for exposing himself in front of a mother and her 16-year-old daughter.

He also admitted he exposed his genitals from inside his van, in Hillingdon, west London, on 17 September.
The mother said she was “disgusted” by the sight.

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https://gistupafrica.com/2019/12/19/ex-chelsea-player-sentenced-for-public-masturbation/

Has your partner told you you should ‘open up more’ or ‘be more vulnerable.’ What does it mean to be vulnerable? Better yet, how can you be vulnerable?

Ever wondered what does it mean to be vulnerable? I mean, what is it actually?! Let’s get one thing straight, we’re naturally designed to not be vulnerable. Vulnerability is usually seen as a weakness. Hence, why people that like you ghost you or act hot and cold. Of course, they’re assholes, but they also prevent themselves from becoming vulnerable in hopes of not getting hurt.
Firstly, because I wasn’t ready for a relationship. Secondly, I didn’t see them as people who deserved my openness. But then this turned into a vicious circle as even the guys I did like, I wouldn’t let in.

What does it mean to be vulnerable?
Now, I’m much more open because of my partner. He pushed me to open up and become vulnerable. It’s not easy, I’m scared of getting hurt, but I’m also feeling a connection I never felt with anyone else. Was it worth the struggle? Absolutely.

If you’ve been told you’re a difficult person to open up, it’s because you don’t want to be vulnerable. However, that needs to change if you ever want an honest and meaningful relationship. It’s harder than it looks.

Click on the link below to see the 13ways you can Open Up on.
https://gistupafrica.com/2018/07/14/what-does-it-mean-to-be-vulnerable-13-ways-you-can-open-up-more/