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Month: September 2024

5 foods we love to eat but can be poisonous

These foods can be poisonous if consumed in large quantities or if the wrong parts are eaten. Food is an important part of our daily lives, and we most times don’t think twice about what we eat. Many of the fruits, nuts, and vegetables we consume regularly are delicious but can also be surprisingly dangerous…

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The psychological thriller became the first independently produced Nollywood film to premiere at New York’s Tribeca Film Festival.

The psychological thriller became the first independently produced Nollywood film to premiere at New York’s Tribeca Film Festival. The Weekend, directed by Nollywood filmmaker Daniel Oriahi, has grossed over ₦ 8 million naira in just two days since its release. In an official statement issued by the film’s distributor, Filmone Entertainment, it was announced that…

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Nollywood has a revenue problem- Filmlab Consultant, Don Omope

Don Omope, one of the producers of the 2016 Blockbuster, Wedding Party. Nollywood Producer and technical consultant for Filmlab Africa, has highlighted a significant issue plaguing the Nollywood film industry. Film Lab Africa, an initiative launched by the British Council, is designed to empower emerging filmmakers and TV producers in Nigeria. The program offers a…

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No one sets out to make a bad film – Judith Audu

Judith Audu, known for her 2016 heist drama, Just Not Married, recently shared her thoughts on filmmaking in Nollywood. The actor and producer expressed empathy towards fellow filmmakers, emphasising that no one intentionally sets out to make a bad film. Audu has several films to her credit including Elesin Oba: The King’s Horseman, Kasala, and…

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Fuel prices to align with FEC’s directive – Dangote

The Dangote Refinery has already commenced the supply of diesel and aviation fuel, with petrol now set to join the list. Aliko Dangote, the owner of the Lagos-based Dangote Refinery, has announced that petrol produced at his 650,000 barrels-per-day facility could be available in filling stations across Nigeria within the next 48 hours. This development…

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Akwa Ibom SSCE top scorer awarded ₦1.5 million for outstanding performance

The top scholar award was instituted to encourage hard work. The management of Topfaith Schools, Mkpatak, in Essien Udim Local Government Area, Akwa Ibom, says it gave a cash prize of ₦1.5m to Master Emmanuel Zekhome, the winner of its 2024 top scholar award. The school’s Chairman, Dr Emmanuel Abraham who disclosed this to newsmen…

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NNPCL hikes petrol price to ₦855/litre in Lagos

As the nation grapples with the sudden price hike, many wonder how the new petrol production will affect the volatile fuel market in Nigeria. The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL) has sparked nationwide concern after increasing the Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) pump price, commonly known as petrol, to ₦855 per litre at an Ikoyi…

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what makes men go bald in their 20s

Here’s why men are balding so early in life. Balding and hair loss are typically associated with old age, but men in their 20s are also experiencing hair loss. According to research, up to 30% of men experience hair loss before the age of 30. Hair loss can manifest as thinning hair at the crown,…

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Calabar residents lament scarcity, high cost of petrol.

Some fuelling stations in the city showed long queues of vehicles and people waiting to buy petrol. Some residents of Calabar have raised alarm over the high cost of Premium Motor Spirit, also known as petrol, describing it as highly worrisome. The residents who spoke to the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday, also…

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Kano Fire Service saves 3 lives, ₦102.9m property from 21 fire incidents

The general public are advised to handle fire with care and ensure they turn off electrical appliances, gas and generators before leaving their homes. The Kano State Fire Service said it saved three people and property worth ₦102.9 million from 21 fire incidents recorded in August. The Public Relations Officer of the Service, Alhaji Saminu…

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