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"Who is holier than Senator Elisha Abbo?" – AGN president, Emeka Rollas, defends decision of the guild to make Elisha Abbo its patron
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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"Who is holier than Senator Elisha Abbo?" – AGN president, Emeka Rollas, defends decision of the guild to make Elisha Abbo its patron

The decision of the guild to appoint Elisha Abbo as one of its patrons has been defended by Emeka Rollas, the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, AGN. Yesterday, veteran actress Hilda Dokubo expressed her displeasure over the decision, citing Abbo's assault on a nursing mother in a sex toy shop and calling for his delistment from the guild. In response, Rollas defended the decision, questioning if anyone is holier than Abbo, who has apologized for his actions. He also criticized Dokubo for airing her grievances on social media, suggesting that there are better ways to handle such issues. The interview where Rollas defends the guild's action can be viewed on Instagram by visiting the link: Instagram Post.
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Gunmen demand N100m ransom after kidnapping late Oyo elder statesman’s daughters
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Gunmen demand N100m ransom after kidnapping late Oyo elder statesman’s daughters

Two daughters of the late Chief Emiola Adesina, Director of Sports in the Old Western Region in Ibadan, Oyo state, have been kidnapped by gunmen. According to Professor Tunji Olaopa, a close associate of the family, the two daughters, Omobola Adepoju and Abiola Olukotun, were abducted on Monday morning along the Ife-Ibadan expressway. The abductors are demanding a ransom of N100 million. Olaopa, a former Permanent Secretary in the federal ministry of Communication, stated that the kidnappers had contacted the family and insisted on the sum of N100 million as ransom. In a statement, he said, “This is authentic, please. Pastor (Mrs.) Omobola Adepoju and Mrs Abiola Olukotun are daughters of late Chief Emiola Adesina, old Director of Sports, Western State...
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Facebook’s initiative to support employees during the pandemic
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Facebook’s initiative to support employees during the pandemic

Reports indicate that Facebook, the social networking app, has decided to provide $1,000 to each of its 45,000 employees to support them during the coronavirus epidemic. Every employee will receive $1,000 and be given an “exceeds” rating for their first six-month review of 2020. The company has also committed to paying its hourly workers, even if they are unable to work due to the coronavirus pandemic that is currently affecting the world. For the first time in its 16-year history, Facebook is offering its employees their full normal bonuses. This move represents the largest bonus paid out by any company during the coronavirus outbreak. The announcement was reportedly made by CEO Mark Zuckerberg in an internal company memo, as stated by The Information, w...
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Coronavirus: Lagos State Government cancels participation of foreign countries in upcoming 'Greater Lagos Regatta' Festival
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus: Lagos State Government cancels participation of foreign countries in upcoming 'Greater Lagos Regatta' Festival

The participation of foreign countries in the upcoming 'Greater Lagos Regatta' Festival has been cancelled by the Lagos State Government in response to the Coronavirus epidemic. The government has decided to scale down the number of participants for the event and is not allowing foreign participants from affected countries to take part. The festival, organized by the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture, aims to showcase the tourism potential of Lagos State and promote the state to potential tourism investors. This decision comes after the Federal government confirmed another Covid-19 infected foreigner, prompting the Lagos State Government to take measures to protect its citizens and Nigerians in general in light of the global outbreak of Coronavirus. Mrs. Uzamat AkinbiIe-Y...
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UK returnee living with our staff since Saturday is Nigeria’s third coronavirus case, says Bird View Communications President
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UK returnee living with our staff since Saturday is Nigeria’s third coronavirus case, says Bird View Communications President

The President of Bird View Communications, Ayo Alaba Idowu, revealed that the UK returnee diagnosed with coronavirus had been residing with their staff since Saturday, March 14, until the morning when the test result was released.   Idowu, who announced the suspension of business operations at their headquarters in Ikeja for the next 15 days, stated that the decision was made to ensure the safety of their staff and to support the fight against the coronavirus pandemic.    He shared the following on Instagram:   Today, I made a painful but necessary decision to suspend operations at our business headquarters in Ikeja for the next 15 days and subject about 15 employees in the building to Coronavirus test and subsequent government quarantine or self-quarantine. This was after a staff ...
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Anthony Joshua’s Camp Rejects Empty Stadium Fights as British Boxing Board Cancels Public Events
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Anthony Joshua’s Camp Rejects Empty Stadium Fights as British Boxing Board Cancels Public Events

The British Boxing Board of Control (BBBC) in the UK has announced the cancellation of all boxing shows until at least April due to the coronavirus pandemic. This decision also raises the possibility of the scheduled June fight between Anthony Joshua and Kubrat Pulev being canceled if the coronavirus crisis persists. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson, in a press conference on Monday night, advised all sporting bodies to suspend events involving crowds for the foreseeable future. In compliance with this directive, the BBBC has put all its events on hold. The BBBC’s press release suggested the option of holding fights behind closed doors, stating, “With regard to the statement made by the Prime Minister Boris Johnson, all public tournaments [shows] un...
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NCDC DG, Chikwe Ihekweazu: Criticism and Our Critical Work
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NCDC DG, Chikwe Ihekweazu: Criticism and Our Critical Work

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) Director-General, Chikwe Ihekweazu, responded to recent criticisms regarding the agency's handling of the coronavirus pandemic.   In a tweet to Nigerians, Chikwe emphasized that criticism hampers their critical work and urged for patience and support in addressing the situation.   His tweet stated;    We’re extremely busy. Our call handlers are taking hundreds of calls every day, 24/7 including weekends, from across Nigeria. Please be patient with us & help us by pulling together. The criticism distracts us from critical work. We are trying VERY hard to meet all urgent needs.     This response follows a Nigerian's public criticism after his friend tested positive for coronavirus and the NCDC allegedly provided misleading informatio...
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Driver killed, 3 JAMB candidates abducted on Kaduna highway
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Driver killed, 3 JAMB candidates abducted on Kaduna highway

The Kaduna State Police Command has reported the tragic incident of the death of a driver and the abduction of three candidates of the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) examination along the Kaduna-Birnin Gwari highway. The JAMB candidates were taken captive, along with a minor, a one and a half-year-old girl. The students, identified as Yusuf Sani, Ummi Sani, and Umairah Mustapha, were on their way back to Birnin Gwari after taking part in their examination in Kaduna. ASP Mohammed Jalige, the Kaduna Police Spokesperson, confirmed the distressing occurrence in a statement to Daily Trust, saying, "Yes, they killed the driver of the vehicle and abducted four persons in the car. Three of the victims were teenagers who went to write JAMB and their baby sister." The late driv...
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A Fatal Incident on the Kaduna Highway: Driver Killed, 3 JAMB Candidates Abducted
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A Fatal Incident on the Kaduna Highway: Driver Killed, 3 JAMB Candidates Abducted

Confirmation has been received from the Kaduna State Police Command regarding the tragic death of a driver and the abduction of three candidates of the Joint Admissions and Matriculations Board (JAMB) examination along the Kaduna-Birnin Gwari highway.   Alongside the JAMB candidates, a minor of one and a half-year-old was also taken captive. The three prospective undergraduates, named Yusuf Sani, Ummi Sani, and Umairah Mustapha, were on their way back to Birnin Gwari after completing their examination in Kaduna on Saturday.   ASP Mohammed Jalige, the spokesperson for the Kaduna Police, confirmed the incident to Daily Trust, stating,    “Yes, they killed the driver of the vehicle and abducted four persons in the car. Three of the victims were teenagers who went to write JAMB and thei...
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