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Breaking News, Veteran Nollywood Actor Saint Obi Is Dead

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Reports reaching  Indepthnews after much speculations on the whereabouts of veteran actor, Obinna Nwafor popularly known as “Saint Obi” in the movie industry, has now confirmed by various sources that the actor is dead.

This online newspaper understands that the actor reportedly died last Sunday at the home of one of his siblings and his body deposited at the morgue at Jos University Teaching Hospital (JUTH).

Various sources from Nollywood have, however, confirmed that both AGN and AMP are on top of the matter to get more information to brief the public.

Tribune Online, said that the actor had battled an undisclosed ailment for sometime and was reported to have relocated to Jos the Plateau State capital for further treatment of the ailment that had kept him in and out of the hospital for more than two years.

Saint Obi was lived by many home video lovers in late 90s and early 2000 before he suddenly disappeared from acting in movies. He had featured in over 100 movies before his death.

Nelly Agwu is an educationist, a journalist, a Blogger, graduate of History. Very dynamic and a realist. A mouthpiece of the oppressed. Easy going and a Philanthropist.

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  1. Pastor Kay

    May 13, 2023 at 8:53 pm

    Quite unfortunate, this guy has been a strong voice in the movies industry in Nigeria, I don’t know why he didn’t see anyone to assist him when he was down.
    May his soul find solace with his maker.
    ADIEU Saint Obi.

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Ganduje Kano Resident Gutted By Fire

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Abdullahi Ganduje

Fire has gutted the personal residence of the outgoing Governor of Kano state, Dr Abdulahi Ganduje at Miyangu Street in Nassarawa GRA Kano state.

The State Fire Service confirmed the incident to newsmen on Thursday, saying the outbreaks occurred on Monday night.

The Public Relations Officer of the State Fire Service, Saminu Abdullahi, explained that the fire was already under control by the time firefighters got to the residence.

It was gathered that the fire started at a place where Ganduje rears cows adding that many of the animals died in the inferno, with other multi-million-naira property razed down.

As of reporting this, a source said the reason behind the fire outbreak remains unknown but said it started during the welding of metal in the house to make the place a good place for the outgoing governor.

The Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Abba Anwar declined to comment when contacted.

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Legendary Queen Of Rock N Roll Tina Turner Dies At 83

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Tina Turner real name Anna Mae Bullock popularly known for her hit song “What’s Love got to do with it” has died peacefully at 83 on Wednesday.

The Queen of Rock ‘n’ Roll died after a long illness at her home in Küsnacht near Zurich in Switzerland.

Tina’s spokesman confirmed she died “peacefully” at home and added: “With her, the world loses a music legend and a role model. With her music and her inexhaustible vitality, Tina Turner thrilled millions of fans and inspired many artists of subsequent generations.”

Roger Davies, the singer’s manager of 30 years, paid tribute to the star, saying: “Tina was a unique and remarkable force of nature with her strength, incredible energy and immense talent.

“From the first day I met her in 1980, she believed in herself completely when few others did at that time.

“It was a privilege and an honour to have been a close friend as well as her manager for more than 30 years. I will miss her deeply

Following the news of her death, Tributes have been pouring in.

Naomi Campbell commented: “REST in Peace & Power THE QUEEN , LEGEND, ICON . There will never be another. Cherish my times with you.”

Bernice King, the daughter of civil rights activist Martin Luther King, simply wrote, “Goodnight, Queen”.

Canadian Bryan Adams, a friend of Tina’s, tweeted: “My condolences to Erwin and Tina’s family.

“I’ll be forever grateful for the time we spent together on tour, in the studio and as friends.

“Thank you for being the inspiration to millions of people around the world for speaking your truth and giving us the gift of your voice. It’s Only Love, and that’s all.”

Alexandra Burke posted: “RIP to the one and only Tina. There will never be anyone like you. truly the greatest!” Etc.

In her lifetime she won many awards such as,

12 Grammys.

3 Grammy Hall of Fame awards.

Grammy Lifetime Achievement Award.

The first Black artist and the first female to be on the cover of Rolling Stone.

She was in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame two times.

The world will miss this extraordinary musical Icon.

 

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Arise Tv News Anchor Amaka Ude Walker Appointed GM For Public Affairs Of NAMA

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Arise TV’s correspondent, Amaka Udeh-Walker, has been appointed the General Manager for Public Affairs of the Nigeria Airspace Management Agency (NAMA).

The broadcast journalist was appointed for the position by the Minister of Aviation, Mr Hadi Siriki, according to a statement from the Ministry of Aviation.

She is one of those chosen by the Minister to lead some agencies in the sector as part of its reorganisation for efficiency.

Amaka Udeh Walker is a news anchor on Arise TV and was once the Head of Programmes at Hot 98.3 FM, where she oversaw the affairs of the Programs Department and Presenters.

Amaka joined Arise TV in 2018. She has risen to be one of its top members of staff at the Tv station.

Amaka at NAMA, will work directly with Mr Tayib Odunowo, the Director General/CEO.

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