NEWS

Tanker Fire Destroys Buildings, Properties In Onitsha

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7 years ago

February 16, 2017

A petrol tanker laden with diesel on Wednesday night exploded at Upper New Market Road, by DMGS Roundabout, Onitsha, destroying buildings, vehicles and properties worth millions of naira.

Fire fighters and a large dispatch of security personnel ranging from the Police, Army, Civil Defense, Road Safety and the Red Cross were on ground to assist in quenching the inferno.

According to eye witnesses, the tanker driver was negotiating the DMGS roundabout when it s fell with a loud thud, causing explosion immediately and spreading fire to several buildings, offices and shops within the area.

Meanwhile, the Anambra State Commissioner for Information, Mr. Tony Nnacheta, decried the enormity of the disaster but remained grateful to God that no death was recorded.

Reacting to the incident, the Deputy Commissioner of Police, Mr. Johnson Kokumu commended the effort of the police in warding off miscreants who wanted to use the opportunity to steal.

The State Sector Commander of the Federal Road Safety Corps, Mr Sunday Ajayi, on his part informed that “there will be an investigation into what caused the falling of the tanker as the driver should, ordinarily, be able to navigate the roundabout, if truly he is a driver”.

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ENTERTAINMENT

Influencer Enioluwa Condemns “Inhumane” Treatment Of Crossdresser In Viral Video

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19 hours ago

May 3, 2024

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Enioluwa Adeoluwa, a social media influencer and public figure, has spoken out against the harassment of a crossdresser captured in a viral video on social media.

In the video, bystanders were seen assaulting the crossdresser, with one individual even using a plank to strike them. Enioluwa expressed his disapproval of the incident on his official X page, describing it as “inhumane and unjust.”

They forced this cross dresser to remove the female dress he was wearing ,with just one heavy plank on his thigh pic.twitter.com/R7EfBrmVxu

— dare tiwa (@daretiwa_) April 30, 2024

He emphasised that individuals should not be subjected to violence or harassment based on their choices or sexual orientation. Enioluwa urged the public to respect people’s decisions and advocated for a world where everyone can live without fear of such mistreatment.

He wrote,

“It is inhumane, it is unjust, and it is unkind to pick up a plank and hit another human because you do not agree with their choices or sexual orientation. Leave people alone. Everyone deserves to live their life without the fear of violence or harassment and, most notably, physical violence. Even if we don’t agree with someone’s choices, we must resist the urge to inflict harm. It’s hypocritical to speak up against oppression while we remain oppressors.”

It is inhumane, it is unjust, and it is unkind to pick up a plank and hit another human because you do not agree with their choices or sexual orientation.

Leave people alone. Everyone deserves to live their life without the fear of violence or harassment and, most notably,…

— Eni Adeoluwa (@Enioluwa_) May 1, 2024

In a separate post, Adeoluwa encouraged the public to adhere to “lawful process” instead of resorting to vigilante justice.

He continued,

“You can decide to misconstrue what I have said, but regardless of our personal beliefs or preferences, justice should never be selective. Once it is, then it simply does not exist. We cannot resort to violence or harm against others simply because we disagree with their choices or lifestyles. Just as we would report illegal activities to the authorities, we must uphold the principle of due process and refrain from taking justice into our own hands. We must reject the notion that violence is justified based on our perceptions of stereotypes and misconceptions. Disputes should and must be resolved through lawful means.”

You can decide to misconstrue what I have said but “Regardless of our personal beliefs or preferences, justice should never be selective. Once it is, then it simply does not exist.”

We cannot resort to violence or harm against others simply because we disagree with their choices… https://t.co/ApnFPeV8mE

— Eni Adeoluwa (@Enioluwa_) May 2, 2024

In April 2022, a new law was proposed in Nigeria that would make it illegal for people to cross-dress. This proposal came as an amendment to an existing law against same-sex marriage. Muda Umar, a member of the House of Representatives, introduced the amendment.

If the amendment had been passed, anyone caught cross-dressing could have been sentenced to up to six months in jail. However, the amendment was not successful, and cross-dressing is not currently illegal in Nigeria.

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MOVIES

Nollywood’s 3 Biggest Problems According To Moses Babatope, Ex-Filmhouse MD

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2 days ago

May 2, 2024

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The Nigerian film industry, Nollywood, is really successful, but there’s still room for improvement. Moses Babatope, who co-founded Filmhouse Group and used to be the managing director of FilmOne, recently spoke about some of the biggest challenges facing Nollywood.

One of the main problems, according to Babatope, is that it’s too easy for just anyone to make a movie in Nollywood. There isn’t enough professional training available. There aren’t clear guidelines or limitations on who can enter the industry. This can lead to films that aren’t of high quality.

Moses Babatope believes there are a few things Nollywood needs to do to reach its full potential:

More professional training: People who want to make movies in Nollywood should have access to better training programmes to improve their skills.

Increased funding: The industry needs more money to invest in higher-quality productions.

Specialised services: There should be companies that provide specific services needed for filmmaking, such as special effects or costume design.

Collaboration: People working in Nollywood should work together more to share ideas and resources.

“We’ve had people just waking up and just saying that they are an actor or they are a producer, with no training whatsoever. It’s hard to knock them because there are people that have demonstrated they can also wake up one day and do it well,” he said.

“Unfortunately because we have those exceptions, it has now become the norm that anybody can just wake up from anywhere and say ‘I’m creative. I’m doing it.’ There are no real rudiments to go through. No real process. No certifications to say, ‘I’m a professional actor. I’m a professional actress. I’m certified in producing and directing.”

Babatope also brought up the importance of getting more money for Nollywood.

This funding would be used for two main things:

Developing cinemas: more movie theatres need to be built, and existing ones need to be improved. This will provide a better movie-going experience for audiences.

Fighting piracy: Stealing and illegally sharing movies is a big problem in Nollywood. More money would allow the industry to fight piracy and protect its films.

“Nollywood needs funding in several areas like in cinemas. That’s something that should be taken very seriously because that is the outlet for monetization,” he said.

“We just don’t have enough funding or support to build the cinemas and build them fast enough,” he said.

Babatope also suggested that Nollywood could improve its marketing by partnering with more film marketing companies. These companies specialise in promoting movies and could help Nollywood films reach a wider audience.

He additionally mentioned the need for more involvement from technology companies in the industry. These tech players could potentially offer solutions to some of Nollywood’s challenges, such as the lack of production insurance.

Production insurance helps protect filmmakers from financial losses if something goes wrong during filming. By having more tech companies involved, Nollywood could explore ways to make production insurance more accessible and affordable for filmmakers.

“I’d like to see more film marketing companies. I would like to see more tech players in the space, tackling a number of problems that we have. We don’t have a proper structure around production insurance,” he said.

Moses Babatope also said Nollywood needs government help and good industry rules to grow even faster.

“There’s no industry without challenges, if we continue to run the industry in the independent fractured way, then the problems will get more,” he said.

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NEWS

King Charles Returns To Public Engagement Months After Cancer Diagnosis

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3 days ago

May 1, 2024

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King Charles, following his cancer diagnosis several months ago, is preparing to participate in his inaugural significant public engagement since receiving the news. Alongside Queen Camilla, he will embark on a visit to a hospital and specialised cancer facility. This is aimed at demonstrating their unwavering support for medical personnel, patients, and ongoing research efforts in the field.

Amid his battle with cancer, King Charles has been notably absent from public gatherings and has refrained from large crowds. However, he attended an Easter Sunday church service earlier this year.

There’s been a recent surge of hopefulness surrounding his health status. Buckingham Palace released a statement indicating that the King’s medical team is highly encouraged by the progress made thus far in his undisclosed cancer treatment regimen.

The forthcoming visit serves a dual purpose: not only does it symbolise the King’s solidarity with those affected by cancer, but it also aligns with his personal mission to raise awareness about the importance of early cancer detection. Earlier this year, King Charles made the courageous decision to disclose his own health challenges, hoping to inspire others to prioritise regular check-ups and screenings.

Despite the ongoing nature of his cancer treatment, the specifics of its completion date remain undisclosed. Nevertheless, as part of his royal responsibilities, King Charles is anticipated to be sufficiently recovered to host a formal visit from the Emperor and Empress of Japan in late June, underscoring the importance of his role as head of state amidst his health journey.

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