Day: October 18, 2024

Full List: Current Average Price Of 5kg Cooking Gas Across Nigeria

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Full List: Current Average Price Of 5kg Cooking Gas Across Nigeria

The soaring price of cooking gas in Nigeria has become a pressing concern for households and businesses alike. This essential commodity once considered a more affordable alternative to kerosene and firewood, has seen a dramatic increase in price, making it increasingly difficult for many Nigerians to meet their daily cooking needs. In its latest report, the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) revealed a significant increase in the average price of cooking gas, indicating that the price of a 5kg cylinder has risen from ₦6,430.02 in August to ₦6,699.63 in September…

AGN Suspends Actress, Halima Abubakar

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AGN Suspends Actress, Halima Abubakar

The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has announced the suspension of actress Halima Abubakar following an inquiry into her alleged “unprofessional misconduct.” In a memorandum issued on Friday, the guild stated that it had determined Halima to be “guilty of disseminating false information regarding fellow members, associates, and patrons, which includes claims of extramarital relationships with prominent individuals.” The AGN revealed that a two-year investigation, carried out by a specialized secret panel, had revealed Halima’s “participation in defaming Nollywood.” Furthermore, the guild indicated that the actress will be brought before…

Court Announces New Date For Binance Executive’s Trial

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Court Announces New Date For Binance Executive's Trial

Justice Emeka Nwite of the Federal High Court in Abuja has scheduled a new date for the trial of Tigran Gambaryan, a detained executive of Binance. Gambaryan is facing allegations of money laundering amounting to $35.4 million, as charged by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC). During the proceedings on Friday, Gambaryan’s absence was noted, and neither the defence nor the prosecution was aware of the circumstances surrounding it. Justice Nwite temporarily adjourned the court to allow both parties to ascertain the reason for the second defendant’s non-appearance. Upon…

My liberties were abused by the cops; Speed Darlington was recently arrested 

Etiene Marvelous

Controversial Nigerian artist and content producer Speed Darlington has opened up about his experience following his incarceration and arrest for defamation. On October 17, 2024, a video went viral that Darlington used to describe his time in police custody and to claim that his rights had been infringed. “The police violated my human and civil rights and prevented me from speaking with my family and attorney,” he added. I was imprisoned for four days without being allowed to speak with my people, even though the rule states that I can…

To revolutionize Benin Republic’s screen industries, Sèmè City and EbonyLife Media collaborate

Etiene Marvelous

The Sèmè City Film Lab has been established in partnership with the EbonyLife Creative Academy. Sèmè City is the premier human capital development program of the Benin Republic. EbonyLife Media is the continent’s largest media conglomerate with a global reach. With financing from the World Bank, this creative film incubation initiative strives to provide young people in the Benin Republic the tools they need to succeed in the film industry. It also offers a special chance for chosen projects, such as TV pilots and short films, to be funded and…