Day: October 17, 2024

Three Injured As CNG Powered Car Explodes In Edo

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A vehicle fueled by compressed natural gas (CNG) exploded at the NIPCO service station in Aduwawa, Benin, Edo State, on Wednesday, injuring three individuals seriously, including a driver who lost sight in one eye. A service station worker, who wished to remain unidentified, informed The PUNCH on Thursday that two more victims were being treated at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital, Ugbowo, following the incident. The worker explained that the explosion was caused by a cylinder that was made by a welder who did not have the necessary authorization.…

2027 Election: APC Responsible For Divisions, Crisis Within Opposition Parties – NNPP Alleges

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2027 Election: APC Responsible For Divisions, Crisis Within Opposition Parties – NNPP Alleges

The New Nigeria Peoples Party (NNPP) has asserted that the lingering turmoil within certain opposition political parties in the nation is being orchestrated by the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) to maintain its hold on power beyond 2027. Ajuji Ahmed, the National Chairman of the NNPP, made this statement during the campaign launch for the party’s gubernatorial candidate in Ondo State, Olugbenga Edema, in Akure on Thursday. It is worth noting that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), the Labour Party and the NNPP have all been battling leadership crises since…

Why Celebrities Don’t Let Their Kids Use Social Media to Protect Childhood 

Etiene Marvelous

It’s possible that you’ve noticed that celebrities these days opt to shield their kids from the public eye by using social media for years before revealing their child-hood to the public. In those situations, you would likely be shocked and ask yourself, “Why?” Today, social networking is the “IT” thing, and anything from minor victories to embarrassing incidents can be broadcast instantly with millions of users. Nowadays, it’s commonplace to overshare and overconsume, and celebrities are choosing to shield their kids from the public eye online. For a variety of…

Bimbo Akintola explains her single status: “The person I could do forever with died” 

Etiene Marvelous

She makes a point of saying that she would do so if she ever found someone else. The very personal factors that led Nollywood actress Bimbo Akintola to choose to stay unmarried have been disclosed. In a recent interview with 3PLE Nolly TV, the actress talked candidly about her ex-boyfriend’s passing. “He passed away. His passing is something I don’t discuss much. How much time did it take me to locate him? Long overdue, but he’s no longer with us,” she remarked.   Akintola emphasized that she doesn’t think getting…

Nov. marks the premiere of the Nigeria-Igbo epic, “Ekpebiwo M” 

Etiene Marvelous

Ekpebiwo M, (I Have Decided), an Igbo epic film from Nigeria, will be released on November 8, 2024, in theaters. Look at Ekpebiwo M first! Accompanying Ini Edo and a stellar ensemble, Nigerian actor @Chidimokeme is reprising his spectacular return run as a village chief willing to sacrifice all for his religion. Director: Matthew Ajallys; Distributed by Tribe Nation Theatrical; Executive Produced by Jane John-Nwankwo, Ph.D. This epic Nollywood drama, which opens in theaters countrywide on November 8, is a story of redemption, sacrifice, and faith. The compelling tale of…