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5 Jan
Ghanaian actor-turned-politician, John Dumelo, has shared the sad news of his father's passing. John Anato-Dumelo Snr. died at the age of 75. Dumelo posted the announcement on X (formerly Twitter) on Saturday, reflecting on their final moments together. He expressed deep gratitude for his father’s guidance and unwavering support throughout his life. The actor recalled…
2 Oct
Legendary Hollywood actor John Amos has reportedly died at the age of 84. According to the announcement made by his son, Kelly Christopher Amos, the Emmy-nominated actor died of natural causes in Los Angeles. "It is with heartfelt sadness that I share with you that my father has transitioned. He was a man with the…
4 Mar 2024
Mark Dodson, the voice actor known for bringing iconic characters to life in "Star Wars" and "Gremlins," has passed away at the age of 64. Dodson's most recognizable roles included the cackling court jester Salacious Crumb in "Star Wars: Return of the Jedi" (1983) and the mischievous Mogwai in "Gremlins" (1984). His talent extended beyond…
26 Feb 2024
Chris Gauthier, a Canadian actor known for his roles in “Once Upon a Time,” “Smallville,” and “Eureka,” has tragically passed away at the age of 48. According to his management, Gauthier passed away due to an unspecified short illness. In a heartfelt statement posted on Facebook, Chad Colvin from TriStar Appearances confirmed the devastating news.…
9 Feb 2024
Marvel actor Jonathan Majors has found himself embroiled in a fresh controversy as two women have come forward with new allegations of physical and emotional abuse against him. The women, Emma Duncan and Maura Hooper, claimed to have dated Majors between 2013 and 2019. They accused the actor of abusing and manipulating them during their…
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The Commissioner of Police in Ebonyi, CP Anthonia Uche-Anya, has decorated 17 newly promoted officers serving in the command. Uche-Anya, who performed the decoration at the Police Officers’ Mess, Abakaliki on Monday tasked the officers on professionalism. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that out of the 17 officers, Five Superintendents of Police (SP)…
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The National Bureau of Statistics has announced that it is set to unveil the Rebased Consumer Price Index (CPI) report by the end of January 2025. This move is part of the NBS’s ongoing efforts to provide accurate and updated data to support informed decision-making. A statement signed by Joel Ichedi, Director of Communication and…
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Popular disc jockey, Oluwaforijimi Amu, popularly known as DJ Jimmy Jatt, has revealed that he lost his sight in 2020 and was later diagnosed with chronic kidney disease. Jimmy Jatt made these revelations while speaking on Channels TV's Rubbin’ Minds with Ebuka Obi-Uchendu on Sunday. He recounted how his decision to explore life beyond Nigeria…
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Clergymen have once again offered prayers for the unity and prosperity of Nigeria as leaders of the Benin City Christian Community on Monday rounded off their 2025 Universal Week of Prayers with a message of hope and fulfillment. The interdenominational service, which is an annual ritual, took place at the Oba of Benin Palace, Benin…
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… “I served FBN with dedication and integrity” - Onasanya … “I’ll defend my reputation aggressively” – Otudeko Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke, sitting at the Federal High Court in Ikoyi, Lagos, denied a request by the EFCC to issue an arrest warrant for Dr. Oba Otudeko, Dr. Bisi Onasanya, and others due to the lack of…
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The Edo State Governorship Election Petition Tribunal (EPT) on Monday adjourned hearing in the petition filed by the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Dr. Asue Ighodalo, against the conduct of the September 21, 2024, election to tomorrow (Tuesday) following a delay in the service of the petitioners' list of witness schedule on the…
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The spokesperson for the Opposition Coalition, Hon. Ikenga Imo Ugochinyere, has hailed the Rivers High Court judgement sacking a loyalist of the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Nyesom Wike, as the state’s Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). In a statement on Monday, Ugochinyere declared that the Rivers High Court judgement, which…
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The Human Rights Writers Association of Nigeria (HURIWA) has strongly criticised the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, for accusing Rivers State Governor Siminalayi Fubara of betraying a presidential peace accord. In a statement issued on Monday, January 20, 2025, and signed by its national coordinator, Comrade Emmanuel Onwubiko, HURIWA argued that it…
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Nasarawa State Governor, Abdullahi Sule, has called on farm equipment manufacturer LOVOL to consider setting up workshops and training centres in the state. Sule expressed optimism that the establishment of the farm equipment by the Chinese company is in line with his administration's strides to revolutionize agricultural practices in the state for food security and…
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Governor Mohammed Umaru Bago of Niger State has applauded the medical team of the Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida Specialist Hospital Minna, after conducting the first brain and knee surgeries at the Hospital. Bago, in a statement by his spokesman, Bologi Ibrahim, described the development as a milestone achievement and a major breakthrough in his administration. The…