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Alex Ekubo Reportedly Dies at 40: Nollywood Mourns a Beloved Star

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The Nigerian entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following reports that popular Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo has died at the age of 40. News of his passing began spreading across social media on Tuesday morning, leaving fans, colleagues, and movie lovers in deep shock. According to early reports, the actor reportedly died after battling an illness privately for some time. While details surrounding his death are still emerging, tributes have continued to pour in from celebrities and fans across Nigeria and beyond. Alex Ekubo was one of Nollywood’s most recognizable faces. Known for his charm, fashion sense , and calm personality, he built a successful career in the Nigerian movie industry over the years. He appeared in several blockbuster films and earned admiration for his talent, versatility, and professionalism. Born on April 10, 1986, Alex rose to prominence after emerging as the first runner-up at the Mr. Nigeria contest in 2010. From there, he transitioned fu...
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PDP suspends ex-Abia Reps member, Abonta for alleged anti-party activities

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The quick past part who addressed Ukwa East and Ukwa West Government Voting demographic, Hon Uzoma Nkem Abonta, under the foundation of the People groups Progressive alliance (PDP), has been suspended from the party. This was spread the word for newsmen in Akwete today, Wednesday 28, in a proclamation by the PDP Ward Director and Secretary of the party in Akwete-Ohandu Ward. A portion of the reasons they claimed include: hostile to party exercises, factionalization of the party in the ward, proudly exposing the party to a few court suits with no response to the PDP inside system of resolving clashes and debates, his arrangement as the Representative Chief General of the All Reformists Fantastic Collusion (APGA) in the 2023 general political race and his public acknowledgment of the said arrangement, his refusal to surrender the bike given to the Ward Director by Congressperson Enyinnaya Abaribe, his conspicuous refusal to pay the party duty for quite a while at this point, and his open...
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London morgue charges late Joseph Wayas’ family N13.3m to view corpse

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  A London funeral home where the remaining parts of previous Senate President, late Dr Joseph Wayas, is kept, has gathered the amount of £6,710, adding up to N13,366,320, from his relatives, prior to permitting them admittance to the body. This was revealed in a report by Equity Maurice Odey Eneji, Executive of Joe Wayas' Entombment Truth Tracking down Panel. The report is dated 27 February 2024. The report said the mortuary supervisors had demanded the sum, addressing cost of support of the body and general charges for north of two years that the body has been kept there. The board, comprised of older folks in the Cross Waterway northern locale, expected to learn that the body was accessible, and what state it was in. Wayas' little girl, situated in Nottingham, UK, Ms Donna Wayas, and one Mrs Echiko Julie Odey, were the two people who approached sight and determine the condition of the body. Late Wayas, conceived 21 May 1941, passed on 30 November 2021 in a london clinic afte...
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Naira rescue: Nigeria govt detains Binance executives amid crackdown Nigerian Government has supposedly kept two senior chiefs at Binance as the most crowded African nation supports clampdown on cryptographic money stages understanding Naira at the unfamiliar trade market. It was assembled that the leaders of Binance traveled to Nigeria following the country's choice to limit a few digital money exchanging sites last week, yet they were confined by the workplace of the country's public safety consultant and their identifications seized, as per individuals acquainted with the matter. A consultant to the workplace didn't promptly answer a solicitation for input. Binance declined to remark. Nigerian specialists have zeroed in on digital money sites after a quick debasement of the Naira that aided drive expansion to a very nearly three-decade high of 29.9 percent. The improvement comes seven days after Bayo Onanuga, the Unique Counsel on Data and Methodology to President Bola T...
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“Powering Nigeria’s Future: How Gas Investments Are Cutting Costs and Driving Growth”

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Nigeria is embarking on a bold journey to transform its energy landscape, and at the heart of this transformation is the Midstream and Downstream Gas Infrastructure Fund (MDGIF) . Established under the Petroleum Industry Act (PIA) of 2021 , the MDGIF is now one of the most ambitious initiatives in Africa’s energy sector, designed to drive investment in gas infrastructure, reduce harmful gas flaring, and make energy more affordable for everyday Nigerians. Over the past year, the MDGIF has moved from a concept on paper to a funding powerhouse, supporting over 16 companies to develop gas-related projects that could reshape how Nigeria produces, transports, and uses energy. With a clear focus on infrastructure development, this initiative promises not only to reduce the country’s dependence on petrol but also to boost economic growth, create jobs, and cut energy costs for millions. A Vision Backed by Investment Gas is increasingly seen as the future of energy in Nigeria. The country h...
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Title: MultiChoice Nigeria Fined ₦766 Million for Data Privacy Violations

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MultiChoice Nigeria , the popular entertainment and satellite television service provider, has been slammed with a hefty fine of ₦766 million by the Nigeria Data Protection Commission (NDPC) over violations of the country's Data Protection Act . The development marks a major move by Nigerian authorities to uphold data privacy and ensure organizations are held accountable for mishandling personal data. The NDPC’s investigation revealed that MultiChoice was involved in what it described as " intrusive data processing " practices. These included collecting and handling the personal data of both subscribers and non-subscribers without proper consent. Furthermore, the commission found evidence that MultiChoice engaged in cross-border transfers of Nigerian citizens’ data without complying with legal protocols. According to the NDPC, these actions were in violation of Section 37 of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution and the Nigeria Data Protection Act 2023 . The probe, which ...
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Dubai Jails Nigerian Lady For Filming Maltreatment, Family Kicks

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A Nigerian woman, identified as @dunchichi on Twitter, has been reportedly sentenced to a one-year jail term by the United Arab Emirates government for a social media post, showing how some Nigerian nationals were illegally detained at Dubai international airport.  On August 31, Lar had taken to her  Twitter  page to share photos and videos of herself and other people she identified as Nigerians being detained at the Dubai international airport. She wrote,  “I am at the Dubai international airport and myself and some tiger Nigerians with valid visas are being held in a room hours after arriving with no explanation and no information on what we can do. Please help me. There is more than 20 of us.” In a series of posts that followed, Lar accused the airport authorities of humiliating Nigerians. On Saturday, her family, in a post by one  @jerrydoubles,  said she was sentenced for exposing the maltreatments of Nigerians in Dubai. The post read in part,  “I...
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