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George Floyd: NCAC, NIDCOM hold memorial, call for justice
Mr Olusegun Runsewe, Director-General, National Council for Arts and Culture (NCAC), has called on the authorities in the United States of America to ensure that justice is served in George Floyd killing.
Runsewe made the call during a memorial session held at NCAC headquarters in Abuja on Wednesday in honor of the slain African-American.
He added that it had become necessary for Nigeria to join other countries across the world to organise a memorial for George Floyd.
The News Agency of Nigeria reports that Floyd was killed while being arrested by the police in Minneapolis, United States of America, on May 25.
“It has become necessary to emphasis that as Africans, our culture has great respect for the sanctity of human life, we are a peaceful, loving and God-fearing people that detest violence.
“This is why we are joining the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission to ask for justice for late George Floyd and to propagate the message of peace all over the world.
“We believe that all men are created equal and have inalienable rights among which are rights to life, liberty and pursuit of happiness.
“From Africa to USA, Latin America, Asian, Europe and the Pacific, we say let justice flow; let love reign and let there be peace,” he said.
Also in attendance was Mrs Abike Dabiri-Erewa, Chairman, Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM).
In her tribute, Dabiri-Erewa reminded the crowd that witnessed the event that as blacks, demand for justice for Floyd’s death should be a collective effort as the DNA of an African runs in every African.
“As a black person, you must aspire to come back to your motherland where you can freely breathe.
“As a black person, you should think of coming back to Africa/Nigeria to invest in an environment where you can freely breathe.
“As a black person, come back to your home where you will be shown love,” she said.
There was a minute silence in memory of Late George Floyd and all the other black African heroes all over the world who had suffered violent attacks and even death on account of the colour of their skin. (NAN)
June 11, 2020
Edo poll: Gov. Obaseki fears re-election bid under APC
Gov. Godwin Obaseki of Edo says his re-election bid under the platform of All Progressives Congress (APC) is narrowed because of the interest of the party’s National Chairman, Mr Adams Oshiomhole, in the state.
Obaseki expressed his fears on Wednesday at a news conference shortly after he was screened by the seven-member screening committee headed by Prof. Jonathan Ayuba at the party’s National Secretariat in Abuja.
The governor alleged that some of the questions asked by the committee showed that Oshiomhole had not distanced himself from the process of conducting governorship primaries in the state.
“Like I said, as a party man I have gone through the screening process but I do not believe that I will get justice because Comrade Adams Oshiomhole is an interested party in the Edo process.
“One of the questions that was asked was that why did I issue a gazette that will prevent the party from performing direct elections in Edo.
“That did I not see it as an anti-party activity? I just felt that if we put politics above the the lives of the people of Edo State, then we may be missing the point,” he said.
Obaseki recalled that when he came to the party’s National Secretariat to submit his nomination form, he told a news conference that Oshiomhole should distance himself from the process.
“The last time I came here, I asked that Oshiomhole should recluse himself from the process in the interest of peace and justice.
“But as a party man, I have had to go through the screening like everybody else.
“Since he is the judge and the jury in this matter, I will just wait for the outcome of the screening.
“I have given them all the information they need; the controversial certificate from the University of Ibadan has been tendered,” he said. (NAN)
June 11, 2020
AfDB Vice President Blanke resigns
Dr Jennifer Blanke, the African Development Bank (AfDB), Vice President for Agriculture, Human and Social Development, has resigned her appointment.
The bank’s Communications and External Relations Department made this known in a statement on Wednesday.
Blanke, who joined the Bank in early 2017 and had overseen a number of the bank’s key programmes, would officially leave on July 4.
The statement quoted the outgoing Vice president as saying “I thank President Akinwumi Adesina for his strong leadership, guidance and support which have undoubtedly motivated and helped my team and I to play a key role in the transformation of the bank.
“I feel privileged to have been given an opportunity to contribute to the bank’s agenda for accelerating Africa’s social and economic trasformation.
“I am leaving purely for family reasons to rejoin my family in Switzerland after a very fulfilling time at the bank. I will miss the bank and the excellent team we have built.
“I will continue to strongly support the bank from whereever I am,” she stated.
Meanwhile, Adesina expressed delight to have worked with Blanke for more than three years and she had demostrated genuine leadership skills.
He said the outgoing vice president had moved “the needle on so many fronts especially in the areas of food security, women financial empowerment and job creation”.
The AfDB boss wished her all the best and looked forward to continued partnership and engagement with her. (NAN)
June 11, 2020
Nigeria records 409 new COVID-19 cases, infections hit 13,873
The Nigeria Center For Disease Control (NCDC) has recorded 409 new cases of the COVID-19, bringing the total number of infections to 13,873
The NCDC announced this on Wednesday on its official Twitter handle, said as at June 10, 409 new confirmed cases and 17 deaths were recorded in the country.
The centre said that no new state had reported a case in the last 24 hours.
It said that Lagos State recorded the highest number of infections for the day in the country with 201 cases while FCT and Delta had 85 and 22 cases respectively.
“The 409 new cases are reported from 16 states- Lagos (201), FCT (85), Delta (22), Edo (16), Nasarawa (14), Borno (14), Kaduna (14), Bauchi (10), Rivers (9), Enugu (5), Kano (5), Ogun (4), Ondo (4), Baylesa (2), Kebbi (2), Plateau (2),” it stated.
The NCDC said that out of the 13,873 recorded cases, 4,351 patients have been treated and discharged.
The centre also said that 382 deaths were recorded in 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory.
”The death to recovery ratio improved to 8.7 per cent compared to 10 per cent the previous week.
”This implies that recovery rate is ahead of death rate.
”The cumulative recovery rate is 31.3 per cent and the CFR (mortality rate) is 2.75 per cent
”It is, however important to note that Nigeria mortality rate of 2.75 per cent is below the Global average of 6 per cent,” it said.
NAN reports that the 100 days after the first COVID-19 case was recorded in Nigeria, the NCDC National Reference Laboratory has supported 29 more laboratories to develop capacity for COVID-19 testing in the country.
“From four to a current 28 testing laboratories in Nigeria, we have seen significant progress in the response to COVID-19 in the country.
“80 per cent of cases present with mild to moderate symptoms, we advice Nigerians to take responsibility by adhering to recommended measures,” it said. (NAN)
June 11, 2020
My fame and personality attracted so much love and hate – BBNaija’s Joe Abdallah
Former BBNaija reality TV star, Joe Abdallah has said that his fame has attracted so much love and hate.
In a post he shared on social media, revealed how he’s under pressure to cut off his moustache.
He, however, believes nothing can stop his growth as he reveals he’s now a new person.
He shared: “My life has been threatened by humans over trivialities.
My fame and personality attracted so much love and so much hate
Threats to cut off my moustache is also on the queue
You cant stop my growth, even hair will definitely grow back.
I do appreciate my fans and friends who were yanked off over self entitlements ,fans can be loyal just long enough.
I am a new human and like most of my “mates”
I am better a person.
Don’t let anyone pull you down
Everyone can’t meet you where you are”.
June 11, 2020
Tunde Obe reveals he suffered racism when he was in the US
Tunde Obe has revealed that he suffered racism at the hands of a white woman when he was living in USA.
At the age of 7, the singer went to pay a friend if his a visit at his home.
To his shock, the friend’s mother unleashed their dog on him simply because of the colour of his skin.
He wrote: “If you have suffered racism, it will forever leave a sour taste in your mouth.. My father was a diplomat (Ambassador), so he was always transferred to different countries.. In 1974 he was transferred to America.. We lived in Washington DC. I grew up with a free mind… .towards all races.. I had friends of all races in school and I never discriminated..
One day I went to visit one of my class mates at his home.. He was White.. His house was not too far from mine, so I walked. I got there and I rang their bell. His Mom, a White lady, came out….Looked at me with disgust and asked what I wanted.. I mentioned my friends name and she opened the latch on the gate to let me in..
She said I should follow her, as she walked towards the backyard, where I assumed my friend was.. As soon as she turned the corner she called…their dog’s name and shouted, “Sick Him!!”.. This huge Alsatian dog just went for me..
But I guess because God still had plans for me, I made it to the gate before the dog could pounce on me.. Luckily for me, the dog stopped at the gate.. I didn’t stop running till I got home..
That experience has remained engraved in my mind till today.. I will never forget how she was shouting “Get the Nigger”, as I ran for my dear life..The first time I would experience such hatred.. I had done nothing to deserve.. I was only about 7 or 8 years old..
This was in 1975, or thereabouts.. Racism has been around for a very long time.. I pray that one day it will be relegated to the dustbin of history, where it belongs.. People should be judged by their character, and not their skin colour”.
June 11, 2020
Joke Silva debunks rumour of Olu Jacobs’ death, says he will celebrate birthday next month
Veteran actress Joke Silva has debunked rumours that her husband, who is also a veteran actor, Olu Jacobs, is dead. She stated that he will be celebrating his birthday next month!
Recall that rumours that Jacobs is dead began making the rounds on social media a few days ago but Silva has said that he is alive and well.
Speaking to journalists, the entertainer said she and her family find the news depressing
She also made it known that Jacobs will turn a year older next month.
She further stated that the family had been getting calls from friends and associates who had wanted to know if the report was true.
Shortly after the false report emerged online, a family friend to the couple, actress Lala Akindoju, debunked it saying the veteran actor is doing fine.
In a tweet, Akindoju warned Nigerians from peddling fake news as she said she spoke with Jacobs and he is “alive and well.”
Considered one of Nollywood’s most inspiring couple, Olu Jacobs and Joke Silva are very much celebrated in the Nigerian entertainment industry.
The entertainment couple have been praised for their contributions to the Nigerian film industry and promotion of the African heritage.
June 11, 2020
‘My bestfriend, my guide, my hero’ – Timini eulogises sister, Dakore Egbuson
Dakore Egbuson’s brother, Timini took to his official Instagram page to eulogize and describe her as a hero without a cape. According to Timini, Dakore is his best friend, his hero and his long time support system.
He however disclosed that the 41 year old talented actress is a sure Aunt. In his words;
“@dakoreea is the realest, no filter! She’s many things in one. My best friend, guide, my hero (no cape), long time support system. #Auntytohsure”
Timini was born in Bayelsa state and is the younger brother to notable actress, Dakore Akande. … He started his acting career in 2010, on M-net’s soap opera Tinsel. At the 2020 AMVCA awards timini won the Best Actor in a drama for his role in Elevator baby.
June 11, 2020
Iyabo Ojo, Mercy Aigbe and others celebrate Liz Da-Silva on her birthday
Nollywood’s top actresses, Toyin Abraham, Mercy Aigbe and others have taken out time on Instagram to celebrate Liz Da Silva on her birthday, today, 10th of June.
Liz Da-Silva was born to Togolese parents residing in Nigeria. She was precisely born in a geographical area known as Obalende in Lagos State where her parents resided and where she spent her childhood. Liz attended Ireti Grammar School for secondary school education and in bid to obtain a college degree proceeded to Lagos State University and eventually graduated with a B.Sc. degree from the institution of higher learning.
Sharing beautiful pictures of the celebrant, Toyin Abraham wrote;
“Happy birthday dear @officiallizdasilva God bless your new age”
Mercy Aigbe wrote;
Birthday blessing beautiful @officiallizdasilva keep wining darling
Iyabo Ojo wrote;
“Happy birthday omo Togo, more success, more happiness, more riches, more blessings & more wins, enjoy your day girl @officiallizdasilva”
Ronke Odusanya wrote;
“Happy Birthday my dear friend .. You are beautiful in and out … Cheers to many more years @officiallizdasilva”
Dayo Amusa wrote;
This was a lovely birthday shoot with @officiallizdasilva She has always been a friend of the family actually, she’s as sweet as she’s talented, with the amazing eyelashes
June 11, 2020
Death hoax: The only controversy in Olu Jacobs’ career
Again, it was rumoured that veteran Nollywood actor, Olu Jacobs is dead.
However, popular actress, Lala Akindoju and his wife who is also a veteran actress, Joke, debunked the news. They revealed that the amazing script interpreter is still very much alive.
It is however worthy to note that, this rumored news is the only controversy that has rocked the Yoruba born actor throughout his career.
After spending decades in the entertainment industry, Olu Jacobs has not faced any scandal/controversy.
Olu Jacobs, born Oludotun Baiyewu Jacobs, was born on the 11th of July, 1942. He hails from Egba Alake in Ogun state.
Olu spent his early life in Kano state, where he attended Holy Trinity School. He was a member of the debating and drama societies.
Olu studied acting at the Royal Academy of Drama and Art, London, where he starred in various British television shows and series in the 1970s.
Olu walked down the aisle with his wife, Joke Silva in 1989. When asked why she bares her maiden name, he replied;
“She is her own individual. When I met her, she was an actress known as Joke Silva so why should marrying me now deny her and her audience her name. She is Miss Joke Silva who is Mrs. Joke Jacobs. It is as simple as that. People now begin to say what they like. They have even written that we are separated and all sort of stuff. When she is working, she is Joke Silva but she is Mrs. Joke Jacobs at home.”
When it comes to acting, he is a big shot. Controversies and Olu Jacobs do NOT go together.
Sadly, Olu Jacobs has been battling an unknown sickness for a while now. Days ago on his Instagram page, he alongside his wife, Ajoke Silva debunked reports of supporting any medication to treat diabetes.
“We have NOT endorsed any medication to treat diabetes or any drug for the treatment of any ailment. If and when we do the public will be informed in advance on our platforms and it will be audiovisual.” the couple wrote.
June 11, 2020