The community of Anambra is resolute in its stance regarding the final resting place of the late Nollywood actor, Junior Pope, whose tragic demise in a boat mishap has left the industry reeling. As the Nigerian movie fraternity grapples with the loss of one of its brightest talents, local customs and traditions take center stage in the discussions surrounding his burial arrangements. Junior Pope, known for his vibrant performances and rising stardom in the Asaba division of Nollywood, met an untimely end in the Warri Creeks alongside several other crew members. Amidst the outpouring of grief and calls for improved safety measures within the industry, the Anambra community has stood firm in upholding its age-old traditions. According to local customs, it is believed that individuals should be laid to rest in locations that hold significance to their lives, often reflecting their connections to nature and community. For Junior Pope, whose life was intertwined with the rivers and creeks o

  The Nigerian movie industry is in mourning following the tragic boat mishap in the Warri Creeks, which claimed the lives of Junior Pope, a fast-rising Nollywood actor, and several others. Junior Pope, also known as John Paul Odonwodo, was hailed as one of the fastest-growing talents in the Asaba division of Nollywood. The boat mishap resulted in the recovery of three bodies, besides Junior Pope, while three individuals are still missing from the 15 people who embarked on the journey. According to reports, the president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria confirmed that apart from Junior Pope, three other bodies have been recovered from the river. However, three more individuals are still unaccounted for. Among the missing are the makeup artist and the sound engineer, as confirmed by movie producer Stanley Ontop in a post shared online. While the identities of all missing persons couldn't be confirmed, Stanley emphasized the importance of giving equal attention to all crew members affe

Staff at the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) are reportedly living in constant fear following a series of terminations since the appointment of Dr. Olayemi Cardoso as Governor. According to sources, around 117 employees from 29 different departments have been let go in the past 20 days alone. The terminations have affected employees at various levels, including directors, deputy directors, assistant directors, principal managers, senior managers, and lower-ranking staff. The situation has led to apprehension among the remaining employees, with concerns that more departments could be targeted for layoffs in the future. One employee expressed worry that those who worked closely with the sacked directors might also be at risk. The atmosphere of uncertainty is noted to be detrimental to productivity and the overall functioning of the institution. Additionally, there have been murmurs of discontent among vendors who have completed contracts with the CBN, as some have allegedly not received pa

In a recent development concerning the arson attack on a residential property in the Gboko area of Benue State, the government has issued a detailed clarification regarding the ownership of the affected house. Initial reports had suggested that the targeted property belonged to the former governor of Benue State, the late Aper Aku. However, subsequent investigations have revealed that the house in question is actually owned by a relative of the former governor. The incident, which occurred on Monday, involved unidentified arsonists setting the residence ablaze. The situation could have escalated further if not for the timely intervention of the police, who managed to evacuate six occupants from the premises safely. Speaking to journalists in Makurdi, the state capital, Deborah Aku, the daughter of the late governor, confirmed the successful rescue operation. In an official statement released by Olomon Lorpev, the Technical Advisor to Governor Hyacinth Alia on Media, Publicity, and Stra

Scot Napping on duty Watch video of scot Napping on duty👆 In a disheartening incident in Nigeria, a man has voiced his exasperation after discovering his dog, named Scot, deeply asleep in the middle of the night instead of vigilantly guarding their home. The man, whose identity remains undisclosed, lamented the irony of the situation, stating that while Scot was meant to be their protector, it appeared that they were the ones ensuring the dog's safety. The scene unfolded late at night when the man stumbled upon Scot lying soundly on the floor in a disheveled manner, completely oblivious to its duty. Upon attempting to rouse the slumbering canine, the man was met with a surprising discovery: Scot was napping. Rather than awakening to fulfill its role as a guardian, the dog was seen meandering aimlessly, shifting from one side to the other in a state of unconscious motion. This unexpected turn of events left the man feeling vulnerable and disillusioned, questioning the reliability o