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Outrage as Senator Abbo is made Patron of Actors Guild of Nigeria – Hilda Dokubo’s Response
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Outrage as Senator Abbo is made Patron of Actors Guild of Nigeria – Hilda Dokubo’s Response

Hilda Dokubo, a veteran actress, has expressed her dissatisfaction with the appointment of Adamawa-born Senator Elisha Abbo as a patron of the Actors Guild of Nigeria.   Referencing the incident where the lawmaker was captured on video assaulting a nursing mother in a sex toy shop, the veteran actress condemned the decision, stating that making an "abuser of women a Patron of Actors Guild of Nigeria is an unpardonable abuse".    Dokubo called for the immediate removal of Senator Elisha Abbo from the list of AGN patrons and emphasized the need to halt any actions that undermine societal values.    She wrote;    Cut the crap An abuser of women as Patron of Actors Guild of Nigeria is an unpardonable abuse of the rights of all the females in the creative space especially #actors.  We...
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Tonto Dikeh responds as followers ask why she didn't show her son's nanny's face while wishing her a happy birthday
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Tonto Dikeh responds as followers ask why she didn't show her son's nanny's face while wishing her a happy birthday

In response to queries from her followers about why she didn’t reveal her son’s nanny's face while wishing her a happy birthday, Tonto Dikeh made it clear on Instagram. The actress celebrated her son's nanny on Instagram, which received some backlash from Twitter users who wanted to see the nanny's photo. Images of the delectable dishes prepared to mark the nanny's birthday, such as cake, salad, and Jollof rice, were shared by the actress. The cake was decorated with the inscription, "Happy birthday best nanny in the world". Tonto went on to express her deep appreciation and love for the nanny in three separate posts, and declared that she gifted the nanny 400,000 Naira as a birthday present. However, some of her followers questioned why she didn't share a photo of the nanny, expressing...
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Nigerians react after Pastor Adeboye shared video saying ''As long as you are in the secret place of the Most High, no virus will come near you''
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Nigerians react after Pastor Adeboye shared video saying ''As long as you are in the secret place of the Most High, no virus will come near you''

Nigerians are sharing their reactions following a video posted by Pastor E.A Adeboye, the general overseer of RCCG. In the video, Pastor Adeboye stated that as long as a person is concealed in the secret place of the Almighty, no virus can come near them. This statement has drawn criticism amidst the global battle against the Coronavirus pandemic. The clergyman's assertion in the video, which was posted on his verified Instagram handle, emphasized the belief that those who dwell in the secret place of the most high shall be protected under the shadow of the Almighty. Nigerians have expressed their discontent over his remarks, arguing that it is unfair to insinuate that individuals currently infected by the virus are not under God's protection. Here is the video he posted:
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Public Reaction to Pastor Adeboye’s Video
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Public Reaction to Pastor Adeboye’s Video

Nigerians have expressed their thoughts on a video shared by RCCG general overseer, Pastor E.A Adeboye. In the video, he asserts that being hidden in the secret place of the Almighty prevents viruses from coming near. This statement has sparked conversation amidst the ongoing battle against the Coronavirus pandemic.   On his verified Instagram handle, the clergyman conveyed, "I want to assure you that there is no virus that can come near you at all because it is written that those that dwell in the secret place of the most high, shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty. I believe that this is a time for God to show you clearly that there is a difference between those who serve him wholeheartedly and those who do not". Nigerians are expr...
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Appeal Court puts on hold judgment removing Oshiomhole as APC National Chairman
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Appeal Court puts on hold judgment removing Oshiomhole as APC National Chairman

Today, on March 16, the Appeal Court, which had a change of decision and listened to an appeal filed by Adams Oshiomhole regarding his suspension as Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), has temporarily halted the enforcement of the judgment issued by the Federal High Court in Abuja on March 4, 2020.   A three-man panel, led by Justice Abubakar Datti Yahaha, granted reliefs contained in an ex-parte motion argued by the lead lawyer to Oshiomhole and the APC, Wole Olanipekun (SAN). The panel temporarily prevented the respondents from executing the judgment issued by the federal high court as they await the determination of a motion on notice filed by Oshiomhole and the APC.   In the ex-parte application, which has APC’s National Vice Chairman (Northeast) Mustapha Saliu, Edo ...
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Hypo teams up with FAAN to donate 100 cartons of products for combating coronavirus
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Hypo teams up with FAAN to donate 100 cartons of products for combating coronavirus

Hypo Hygiene Products Limited based in Lagos has announced its collaboration with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to contribute to the containment of the spread of Coronavirus disease in Nigeria by donating 100 cartons of Hypo bleach. Mr. Akintayo Akinseloyin, the company's Brand Manager, conveyed this in a statement on Saturday in Lagos. READ ALSO: COVID-19: Nigeria yet to access funding from international donors- FG.     Akinseloyin highlighted that the gesture aligns with the company's dedication to promoting environmental hygiene to minimize disease outbreaks through its bleach brand. He stressed that ensuring the safety of the general public is a priority for the company, emphasizing the necessity of raising awareness about the importance of good hygiene amidst...
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Hypo and FAAN collaborate to donate 100 cartons of products to prevent coronavirus
16Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Hypo and FAAN collaborate to donate 100 cartons of products to prevent coronavirus

Hypo Hygiene Products Limited in Lagos announced a partnership with the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) to combat the spread of Coronavirus disease in Nigeria. The company's Brand Manager, Mr. Akintayo Akinseloyin, disclosed this in a statement released on Saturday in Lagos. READ ALSO: COVID-19: Nigeria yet to access funding from international donors- FG.     Akinseloyin emphasized that the donation aligns with the company’s dedication to promoting environmental hygiene to prevent disease outbreaks through their bleach brand. He stressed the company's commitment to public safety and the importance of educating people on hygiene amid the ongoing global threat of coronavirus. He stated, "Our current priority as a responsible company and brand is to provide support for pu...
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Idris Elba Reveals Positive Coronavirus Test
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Idris Elba Reveals Positive Coronavirus Test

Announcing on Twitter, British actor Idris Elba disclosed that he tested positive for coronavirus, despite being asymptomatic. In a video shared on Monday, March 16, Elba explained that he decided to undergo medical tests after being in contact with an individual who had also tested positive. He then went into self-quarantine upon learning of the person's positive test result. He conveyed, "This morning I tested positive for COVID-19. I feel OK, I have no symptoms so far but have been isolated since I found out about my possible exposure to the virus. Stay home people and be pragmatic. I will keep you updated on how I’m doing. No panic. It sucks. Looks, this is serious. Now's the time to really think about social distancing, washing your hands." Elba now ad...
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Francisco Garcia, 21, passes away from coronavirus while battling leukaemia
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Francisco Garcia, 21, passes away from coronavirus while battling leukaemia

Francisco García, a young football coach, lost his life to the coronavirus after doctors diagnosed him with leukaemia, an unknown pre-existing condition that made him more susceptible to the virus than others his age. The 21-year-old was the youth team coach at Atletico Portada Alta, a club based in Malaga.   His pre-existing medical condition went undetected until he sought medical attention for coronavirus symptoms, which were later found to be aggravated by pneumonia. It was then revealed that he also had leukaemia, further complicating his health situation.   The club mourned his passing with a statement expressing their deepest condolences to his family and friends. They paid tribute to his contribution as a coach and his influence on the team.   Club president,...
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