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President Tinubu congratulates Senator Yayi on his birthday

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to Senator Solomon Olamilekan Adeola, popularly known as Yayi, on his birthday today, August 10. This was disclosed in a statement signed by the Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Ajuri Ngelale. The President commended Senator Adeola, who is the incumbent Chairman of the Senate Committee on…

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Women Affairs Minister condoles grieving actor, Francis Duru

By Tosin Brown The Minister of Women Affairs and Social Development, Uju Kennedy-Ohanenye, has expressed her heartfelt condolences to veteran actor Francis Duru and his family following the tragic loss of their 15-year-old son, Ifeanyi. The minister visited the Duru family hours after the actor announced the devastating news of his son’s passing due to an illness. After the visit,…

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Francis Duru loses son, four months before 16th birthday

By Tosin Brown The Nigerian film industry is mourning the tragic loss of Ifeanyi Duru, the son of popular Nollywood actor Francis Duru. The heartbreaking news has left Duru in shock and grief as he comes to terms with this unimaginable tragedy. Duru shared the devastating news in an Instagram post on Thursday morning, August 8. He wrote, “My champ!!…

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Onyeka Onwenu to be buried in August

By Tosin Brown The late singer, songwriter, actress, and activist Onyeka Onwenu will be laid to rest in August 2024. This was revealed by her two sons, who announced that Onwenu, an entertainment legend, passed away on Wednesday, July 30, after performing at a birthday party. While the exact date and other details are yet to be announced, Onwenu’s sons…

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Film star Obadare-Akpata passes away

By Tosin Brown Nigerian actor, film director, and production designer Olusegun Obadare-Akpata has passed away. The news of Obadare-Akpata’s death was announced by his family in a statement signed by Adesuwa Isénérè. The family noted that Obadare-Akpata breathed his last on Thursday, August 1, at the age of 67. “It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of…

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Tinubu celebrates BUA Chairman on birthday

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended warm congratulations to Alhaji Abdul Samad Rabiu CFR, CON, on the occasion of his birthday on Sunday. Rabiu, an accomplished businessman and ardent philanthropist, is the founder and chairman of BUA Group, a conglomerate with interests in various sectors, notably manufacturing, infrastructure, and agriculture. In a statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser…

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President Tinubu lauds Senator Yar’Adua on his 60th birthday

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Senator Abdulaziz Musa Yar’Adua on the occasion of his 60th birthday, commending his unwavering dedication and service to the nation. In an official statement by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, President Tinubu highlighted Senator Yar’Adua’s notable contributions as a former military officer and his current…

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Tinubu celebrates James Ibori on his birthday

By Kunle Sanni President Bola Tinubu has extended his heartfelt congratulations to Chief James Onanefe Ibori on the occasion of his birthday. In a statement released by Ajuri Ngelale, Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, President Tinubu expressed his admiration and respect for Chief Ibori. He joined friends, the people of Delta State, and well-wishers across the…

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APC mourns passing of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah

By Kunle Sanni The All Progressives Congress (APC) has expressed deep sorrow over the passing of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah, who died in London on Saturday. In a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka, on Sunday, the APC extended its heartfelt prayers and thoughts to Ubah’s family, constituents, and colleagues at the National Assembly. “Our heartfelt prayers and…

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TV Presenter, Lara Olubo passes away

By Tosin Brown Lara Olubo, a multi-talented television presenter and actress, has passed away. The news was announced by Temilola Sobola on July 27, 2024. Olubo was a popular figure in the entertainment industry, renowned for her vibrant on-screen presence and exceptional skills as a Yoruba-language presenter. She hosted several popular shows on Orisun TV, including Miliki Express, Eto Baba…

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