Friday 26 April 2024
Tuesday 9 April 2024
Breaking: Otun Balogun says Olubadan-designate Olakulehin isn't fit to lead at this time.
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Olubadan-designate, Oba Owolabi Olakulehin |
Speaking to reporters at his Sanyo private home in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, Oba Ajibola said, "What is the need for hurry? We haven't seen Olakulehin before. We have not heard from him. He hasn't communicated with the Ibadan people.
Speaking about the Monday meeting in Chief Bode Amoo's private home in Ibadan, the capital of Oyo State, at the Agodi Government Reserved Area, Oba Ajibola stated, "They said we called a meeting and we have endorsed him (Olakulehin)." That's not me in that. They already know that I won't participate in such criminal activity. Although Baba Olakulehin is undoubtedly the future Olubadan, we should give him time to recover.
Details to follow.
FG extends the Eid-el-Fitr holiday to Thursday, just in time.
In honor of Eid-el-Fitr, the Federal Government has designated Thursday, April 11, 2024, as an extra public holiday.
The commencement of Eid al-Fitr celebrations was delayed since the moon sighting was not confirmed, therefore it follows the previously stated vacations of Tuesday, April 9, and Wednesday, April 10.
Dr. Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, the Interior Minister, declared that Thursday would now be included in the list of authorized public holidays in honor of the event.
The following is said in a statement by the Ministry of Interior's Permanent Secretary, Dr. Aishetu Gogo Ndayako:
"To commemorate Eid-El-Fitr this year, the Federal Government has authorized Thursday, April 11, 2024, as an extra public holiday.
Monday 8 April 2024
Energy crisis: Rising costs for cooking gas cause further issues for homes and others
The cost of cooking gas, also known as liquefied petroleum gas, or LPG, has increased to N14,150 for a 12.5 kilogram cylinder, representing a 38 percent YoY increase from the N10, 323.33 it sold in April of the previous year.
This is happening at the same time that the domestic market price of aviation fuel increased by 33%, from approximately N1,000 to between N1,300 and N1,500 per litre.
Nevertheless, investigations conducted by Energy Vanguard also revealed that, during that time, the cost of 5 kg of gas rose by 37%, from N4, 642.27 to N5, 700.
Cooking gas prices will keep rising as long as the foreign exchange crisis affects the domestic market, according to Mr. Oladapo Olatunbosun, President of the Nigerian Association of Liquefied Petroleum Gas Marketers, or NALPGM, in an interview with Original Kel TV.
"The price of LPG is still priced and determined by the flow of foreign exchange, so it is expected that it will follow suit when the foreign exchange increases."
"Despite the declaration of the decade of gas and the government's push to make gas a transition fuel, low production and rising prices have continued to push Nigerians away from the use of cooking gas," stated Ekperikpe Ekpo, Minister of Petroleum (Gas).
"We are communicating with the important parties to make sure that cooking gas is not exported. Domesticating all cooking gas produced in the nation will be necessary, and once this is done, the volume will rise and the price will inevitably plummet.
Adejumoke Aderounmu of Jenifa's Diary passes away at age 40.
Adejumoke Aderounmu, a Nollywood actress best known for playing "Esther" in Funke Akindele's hit television series Jenifa's Diary, has passed away.
Adeola Aderounmu, Aderounmu's brother, revealed Aderounmu's passing in a mysterious Instagram post that included her obituary photo and the words, "You are in a better place now, my sister."
Additionally, Oluwabanke Funmi, a friend of the departed relative, wrote on Twitter, "Rest in peace Aderounmu Adejumoke."
She added, "Waitted hours for her cousin to delete her post and say it was a joke or an error but..."
The actress, who was born on March 26, 1984, passed away at a private hospital on Saturday, April 6, 2024.
As at the time this article was filed, the cause of her death had not been disclosed.
But since then, Aderounmu Adejumoke's funeral has taken place in Owu Baptist Church in the Totoro neighborhood of Abeokuta, Ogun State.
Another obituary image that was making the rounds on social media purportedly came from the family and said, "We share the heartbreaking passing of our sister, daughter, and aunt, Aderounmu Adejumoke Oreoluwa, in the profound depths of grief and sorrow."
Aderounmu was born into a family of five in her birthplace of Abeokuta, where her acting career got its start. She entered the acting profession after graduating from college and quickly became well-known.
When she was chosen to play Esther in "Jenifa's Diary," in 2016, she landed her big break and won over both fans and critics. Adejumoke gained tremendous praise and a place in the hearts of viewers with her depiction of the feisty and tenacious Esther, which demonstrated her flexibility as an actress.
Aderounmu's versatility and commitment to her profession were showcased by the more than ten English and Yoruba films she appeared in during her career. In addition to being an actor, she was also a producer, an on-air personality, and a well-liked figure in the entertainment world.
She kept taking on difficult roles that allowed her talent to shine, and as a result, her influence on Nollywood was evident.
From her early days in "Dazzling Mirage" as Yejide to her iconic roles in "Industreet" and "Alakada 2," Adejumoke is known for her brilliance, passion, and unflinching dedication to her craft.