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  • Cleric tasks Christian leaders on documentary projects

    Cleric tasks Christian leaders on documentary projects

    Christian leaders have been admonished to encourage documentary film production that reflects the history of their religious assemblies.

    The presiding pastor of the Glory of God Cherubim and Seraphim Church made the call on Wednesday while announcing plans to host the fourth edition of The Anathema Talk Show.

    Ogunyooye, who is a documentary maker, said such a project is a way of preserving history, setting the record straight and preventing distortion of facts.

    He said: “The essence of a documentary is to educate and raise awareness. While some Christian denominations have existing platforms of documenting their history, converting it into a film documentary is also very important.

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    “We have had Christian leaders that have contributed immensely to the body of Christ and the society at large, but little or no information could be found about them after they pass away. It becomes more painful when this information is being manipulated by people with sinister motives.

    “We have also seen some Christian assemblies battling with the crisis of identity because there is no proper documentation traceable to their origin. This is why the choice of visuals through film documentary is more imperative as it serves as a way preserving the history of such Christian Assembly and also a way of setting the records straight and preventing distortion of facts.”

    Ogunyooye produced a documentary film titled: “Anathema- The white garment experience” in November 2022.

    Premiered at the Irving Arts Center, Texas, the United States of America, the documentary explored the Cherubim and Seraphim church, its inception and its journey so far.

    The talk show with the theme “The unity of the church” is slated to hold on Saturday, June 9.

    It will also host members of the C and S church to an engaging panel discussion where topical issues bordering on the growth and development of the church are examined.

    Ogunyooye, who explained that the theme of this year ‘edition reflects the vital aspect of the Christian faith said, “As followers of Christ, we are called to be one body, united in purpose, love, and fellowship. It is through our unity that we can demonstrate the transformative power of the Gospel and fulfil our mission to be the salt and light in the world.

    “It is on this note and with God’s divine inspiration that we were able to come up with the theme, the unity of the church which reflects on the vital aspect of our faith. This will also be the focus of our discussion during the talk-show.”

    Ogunyooye however announced that the speakers were purposely selected to reflect the essence of the theme.

    “The speakers have been selected from different sub-denominations and they include Sacred C&S, C&S Movement Church, ESOCS and Agbojesu conference. They will touch on every aspect of the theme. The combination is also a deliberate move to practically communicate the need for us to try all we can to preserve the unity of this body of Christ,” he said.

    Unlike the previous editions which were held via Zoom and Facebook live session, the talk show will hold via a podcast while the visuals will be made available online afterward.

  • Funke Akindele elated as ‘Battle on Buka Street’ grosses over N668 million

    Funke Akindele elated as ‘Battle on Buka Street’ grosses over N668 million

    Actress Funke Akindele is ecstatic as ‘Battle on Buka Street’, a movie she co-directed with Tobi Makinde grosses over N668 million.

    Since its debut on December 16, 2022, the comedy-drama film Battle on Buka Street has broken numerous records both nationally and internationally.

    ‘Battle on Buka Street’ shattered benchmarks as last year’s highest-grossing movie in theaters across the country.

    The movie jointly produced as a collaboration between Funke Ayotunde Akindele Network (FAAN) and FilmOne Entertainment, tells the story of two women who, after a lifetime of antagonism, started food enterprises on the same street and find themselves at odds once more.

    To compete for the coveted title of “King of Buka Street,” which is awarded to the greatest local food vendor in the area, these two women battle it out in a food challenge.

    Read Also: Funke Akindele’s Battle on Buka Street launches on Prime Video June 16

    Speaking about the movie’s phenomenal box office performance, a verified Twitter account @the49thstreet reported it has made N668,423,056.

    Akindele reacted by reposting the same on her Instagram page, expressing where she expressed her absolute happiness with gratitude to God over the progress of the movie.

     The 45-year-old ‘Jenifa Diary’ maker also noted ‘Battle on Buka Street’ would be available on Prime Video on June 16, 2023.

    She wrote: “GOD DID!!!! #battleonbukastreet will be on prime video on the 16th of June!!”

  • Tinubu seeks EU collaboration on security, economic development

    Tinubu seeks EU collaboration on security, economic development

    President Bola Tinubu has called on the European Union to assist Nigeria and Africa in strengthening security and economic development.

    The President made the call on Wednesday in a telephone conversation with the President of the European Council, Mr Charles Michel.

    The European Council is the EU institution that defines the general political direction and priorities of the European Union.

    According to the President, Nigeria and the whole of Africa will require the help and partnership of her friends and development partners like the EU to address the excruciating poverty in the continent.

    Read Also: UPDATED: Tinubu swears Akume in as 21st SGF

    While requesting the EU to look at specific areas of security challenge like the Lake Chad and coastal areas, Tinubu promised to remain in contact with the EU and other member states.

    He said that poverty and insecurity were priority areas of his administration, adding that he would do all that was required to address them.

    The council president used the opportunity to once again,  congratulate Tinubu over his election victory.

    He pledged the commitment of the council toward a stronger cooperation and partnership with Nigeria based on mutual respect and common interests.

    Michel pointed out that Nigeria remained  important to the EU and the International Community.

    The EC president urged the Nigerian leader to continue to work with the EU in all relevant areas.

    (NAN)

  • VIDEO: President Tinubu swears in Akume as SGF

    VIDEO: President Tinubu swears in Akume as SGF

    President Tinubu swears in Akume as SGF

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  • Police announce rescue of abducted Chinese national in Abia

    Police announce rescue of abducted Chinese national in Abia

    The Police Command in Abia has announced the rescue by a team of security agents of a Chinese national abducted in the state.

    The command Public Relations Officer, ASP Maureen Chinaka, said that the Chinese national, Mr Li Peiyin, abducted on May 31, “was rescued by a joint security team in good condition on Monday”.

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    Peiyin who was the site Manager of a quarry in Lokpanta, Umunneochi Local Government Area, was

    driving in a Caterpillar without security escort when he was abducted.

    Chinaka said that the joint security team had sustained manhunt for the abductors. 

    (NAN)

  • Real Madrid agree deal to sign Bellingham

    Real Madrid agree deal to sign Bellingham

    Real Madrid have agreed a deal with Borussia Dortmund to sign England midfielder Jude Bellingham for 100m euros (£86m).

    The 19-year-old, who joined Dortmund from Birmingham City in July 2020, was one of England’s top performers at last year’s World Cup.

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    Bellingham wants the move and will have a medical in the next few days.

    The midfielder, who has been linked with some of Europe’s top sides, will sign a six-year deal.

    BBC

  • Lionel Messi to join Inter Miami

    Lionel Messi to join Inter Miami

    Argentina legend Lionel Messi will join American side Inter Miami after his exit from French champions Paris St-Germain.

    The former Barcelona player is set to reject a more lucrative offer from Saudi Arabian side Al-Hilal.

    The Miami deal includes collaboration from brands like Adidas and Apple.

    Forward Messi, 35, won the award for the world’s best player seven times and is expected to win it later this year after World Cup success.

    This is the first time Barcelona icon Messi has played outside Europe.

    He wanted to remain in Europe for another season but, after no satisfactory offers were received, he had the straight choice between Inter Miami or Al-Hilal.

    Read Also: Messi wants Barcelona return after PSG exit, says father

    He was heavily tipped to be favouring a move to Saudi Arabia, where he would have joined Cristiano Ronaldo and Karim Benzema in the league in a deal that could not be matched financially.

    But Messi was ultimately tempted to Major League Soccer side Inter Miami for a variety of reasons including lifestyle, and a deal with big brands that extends beyond football.

    He already owns a house in Miami, which he currently rents out.

    He was keen on a return to Barcelona this summer but the Financial Fair Play limitations that will be in place for next season in La Liga made any ambitious plan to bring him back an impossibility.

    Paris St-Germain won Ligue 1 in both his seasons at the club but went out in the Champions League last 16, which means his time in France was not seen as a huge success.

    He netted 32 goals in 75 games for the club – and ended this season with 16 goals and 16 assists in Ligue 1.

    Messi’s two-year contract comes to an end this summer and both parties agreed to go their separate ways, with the forward suspended for two weeks in May for an unauthorised trip to Saudi Arabia.

    His legacy comes from his time at Barcelona and winning the World Cup with Argentina in December.

    He left Barca in 2021, after 21 years with the club, because of the club’s financial problems.

    Messi is Barcelona’s record scorer with 672 goals and won 10 La Liga titles, four Champions Leagues and seven Spanish Cups.

    BBC

  • 10th Assembly: Muslims community hails Obasa’s emergence as Lagos Speaker

    10th Assembly: Muslims community hails Obasa’s emergence as Lagos Speaker

    The Lagos State House of Assembly Muslim Community has congratulated Mr Mudashiru Obasa on his emergence as the Speaker of the 10th Assembly for the third consecutive time.

    The Chief Imam of Alausa Central Mosque, Alhaji Saliu Rufai, made this known in a congratulatory message issued on Wednesday in Lagos.

    Rufai said the emergence of Obasa as the speaker had demonstrated the importance of legislative experience and competence especially in the legislative business of governance.

    He also congratulated the returning and new members that were sworn in and enjoined them to put the fear of Allah in all their affairs.

    The chief Imam urged the lawmakers to focus on their constitutional responsibilities and make enabling laws that would  alleviate the suffering of the masses.

    Read Also: UPDATED: Lagos Assembly re-elects Obasa Speaker

    Rufai also expressed gratitude to Allah for His continuous guidance and protection over the House, the Muslim community, leadership, members, management and members of staff of the assembly.

     He said the council also congratulated President Bola Tinubu, Gov. Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State and the Deputy Governor, Dr  Obafemi Hazmat, on their successful inauguration on May 29.

    Obasa’s emergence followed Tuesday’s proclamation and inauguration of the 10th Assembly by Gov. Sanwo-Olu.

    He was unanimously elected by the 40 members in the House after he emerged as the sole nominee to the position. 

    (NAN)

  • Burna Boy customises diamond necklace for late friend

    Burna Boy customises diamond necklace for late friend

    Grammy award-winning artist Burna Boy has customised a diamond necklace in memory of his late friend Gabriel Serenkuma also known as Gambo. 

    Gambo died in 2015 in an accident. He was the closest friend to Burna boy. Burna boy took it upon himself to have a necklace in memory of his blossom friend.

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    He was seen in a video with this diamond necklace with the name of his friend Gambo.

    This necklace was made by a jeweller. 

  • APC annuls Ojougboh’s expulsion

    APC annuls Ojougboh’s expulsion

    The National Working Committee (NWC) of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has nullified the purported expulsion of the former Executive Director (Projects) Niger Delta Development Commission (NDDC), Dr Cairo Ojougboh from the party by the Chairman of Ika South Local Government area of Delta State.

    The National Legal Adviser of the party, Ahmad El- Marzuq, described the action of the local leadership of the party as “null, void and of no effect.”

    The party’s position was contained in a letter by the National Legal Adviser dated June 5,  2023 on Wednesday in Abuja while reacting to the development.

    Ika South Local Government Area Chairman, Mr Hilary Ibude in March 2023 announced the expulsion of Ojougboh from the ruling APC via a letter dated March 27 following series of petitions and recommendations on his alleged anti-party activities.

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    But the party’s National Legal Adviser said Ibude had no evidence to expel Ojougboh, saying his action was inappropriate because the crucial element of a fair hearing was not given to him to justify the resolution to expel him.

    “The party receives your letter dated March 28, 2023, in respect of the subject matter. 

    “In your letter under reference, you attached the resolution of Ika South Local Government Area in Delta to expel Dr Cairo Ojougboh from the party.

    “I have gone through the resolution of the Chairman of Ika South Local Government Area approving the expulsion of Ojougboh from the party.

    “And it is my observation from the documents availed to the party that there was no evidence that the crucial element of fair hearing was afforded to Ojougboh to justify the resolution to expel him,” the Legal Adviser said.

     El- Marzuq further explained that by the provision of Article 21 of the party’s Constitution, the right to discipline its members were subject to their inalienable right to a fair hearing.

    “Without evidence of compliance with the basic procedure of disciplining a member of the party as envisaged in Article 21 of our party’s Constitution.

    “The expulsion of Ojougboh from the party would be null and void and of no effect whatsoever.

    “Secondly, it is important to mention that the punishment of expulsion meted out to Ojougboh by the chairman can only be confirmed and ratified by the party’s National Executive Committee(NEC),” he said.

    The Legal Adviser further explained that the resolution to expel Ojougboh from the party by the Chairman of Ika South Local Government Area ought to have been submitted to the party’s NEC.

    “This is by Article 21.5 of the party’s Constitution which was not followed and thus, the expulsion of Ojougboh remains inchoate until it is forwarded to the party’s NEC for a final determination of the matter.

    El- Marzuq said this was the party’s position, especially because the resolution to expel Ojougboh was not by the party’s Constitution.

    “Therefore, the resolution to expel Ojougboh is null and void and of no effect whatsoever occasioned by the failure of the Executives of Ika South Local Government Area.

    “To adhere strictly with the provisions of the party’s Constitution concerning the discipline of its members.

    Delta APC also purportedly suspended the party’s governorship candidate in the last election and the Deputy Senate President, Senator Ovie Omo-Agege, alleging anti-party activities.