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Filmmaker Unveils Project On Environmental Degradation In N’Delta

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Much-awaited, “Akpama” a feisty docudrama that projects the environmental degradation of the Niger Delta, produced by celebrated multi-talented, Shan George, has been released.

On Sunday, icons from the Nigerian film, judiciary, and fashion industries gathered for the premiere of the movie that has courted the interests of many Nigerians who had spiritedly been counting down to the D-day of its release.

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The movie, carved-out from an 85-page novel, ‘Presumed Guilty’,written by Barr. Anegbe Anthony Asemokhai, tells the story of a young man ‘Akpama’ who took laws into his hands in an effort to protect his people from certain spearheads and their activities in the society.

Addressing journalists at the sideline of the event, Asemokhai, said: “The movie is an exposure of the crisis, the health hazard, that the Niger Delta is passing through. As a result of the oil exploration, their environment is being degraded and a lot of them are sick and have died, and if you look at it, they are not benefiting anything from them.

READ ALSO: Transparency, New Master Plan Needed For Niger Delta Development – Executive Secretary NCDMB

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“So, the government should look into it and see how they could assist those people, they could resettle them, and compensate them. And on the side of Akpama, no matter what you are going through, don’t take the laws into your hands.”

On her part, the Producer, Shan George, said the movie was a wake up call to concerned authorities to improve the lives and living condition of the Niger Deltans.

“This movie is to tell you guys again that people are dying in the Niger Delta because their soil doesn’t really grow stuff anymore. Niger Delta is in Nigeria and everybody knows about their situation but why is nobody making any action to save them?”

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READ ALSO: Pollution: Impacted Niger Delta Communities Pay Save Our Souls Visit to FIDA, CSOs

The lead character, Amude Anthony, AKA Akpama, while rating the movie high, expressed hope that the body of art would be widely seen as it checks the boxes of Nollywood standards.

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DSS Issues Warning, Arrests Man For Circulating Fake Recruitment Materials

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The Department of State Services (DSS) has disclosed the arrest of one Mr. Eze Ezenwa Benard, who was recently apprehended for circulating fake DSS recruitment past questions and answers on Facebook.

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The agency, while warning the public in a statement on Saturday, said the suspect operated through a page known as “Jobs and Education”, where he advertised the fraudulent materials and charged unsuspecting members of the public one thousand naira (N1,000) for access.

The public is hereby cautioned to disregard any materials, as the DSS does not sell or distribute recruitment questions, answers, or examination guides through private individuals or social media pages. Recruitment into the Service, when necessary, follows specialised procedure in accordance with extant laws and due process,” the statement reads.

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Continuing, DSS said Ezenwa’s arrest underscores the Service’s determination to safeguard Nigerians from the fraudulent schemes of unpatriotic elements. “Citizens are therefore encouraged to remain vigilant, verify information from official sources and report suspicious recruitment adverts or individuals attempting to extort money under false pretense.”

The agency assured that it will continue to protect the integrity of its recruitment process while ensuring that perpetrators of fraud face the full weight of the law.

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‘Na Only People You Gave Work Love You,’ Singer Speed Darlington Tells Tinubu

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Singer Speed Darlington has told President Bola Tinubu that public admiration cannot be bought, warning that only those who received appointments or jobs from the government truly support him.

In a video posted on Saturday, August 23, the singer said, “Everything isn’t about the economy! There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you.”

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READ ALSO:Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu

Darlington, an Igbo man, urged Tinubu to focus on police reform and respect for human rights. “The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate. Please, before you leave office, please speak to your Yoruba brother IGP man,” he added.

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Before You Leave Office, Reform The Police — Speed Darlington Urges Tinubu

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Popular controversial singer Speed Darlington has called on President Bola Tinubu to reform the Nigerian Police Force, urging the government to prioritise citizens’ rights alongside economic growth.

In a video posted on Saturday, the entertainer criticised what he described as the police’s systemic human rights violations and oppressive practices.

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Mr President, before you leave office, whether you secure a second term or not, try your best to improve Nigeria. Everything isn’t about the economy!

“There is more to leadership than the economy. See as everybody dey call your name, dey complain. Nobody loves you. Na only the ones you gave work, na them love you. Even your own tribe dey complain about you,” he said.

READ ALSO:Obi Blames Tinubu For 70% Investment Crash

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The singer, who identifies as Igbo, urged Tinubu to engage with the Inspector-General of Police and implement reforms.

As an Igbo man, the advice I can give you so people will know your name and remember you for something good is to reform the police. Reform the police.

“The Nigerian police is an oppressive agency rooted in human rights violation. As a matter of fact, if they do not violate you, it’s as if they are not even doing their job.

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“The idea of arrest before investigation is a pure human rights violation. You arrest and hold a person before you dey investigate,” he added.

READ ALSO:Tinubu Subsidises Kidney Dialysis Cost By 76% In Federal Hospitals

Darlington also recounted his personal ordeal with law enforcement, highlighting the system’s abuse of power.

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I was held for two months after the judge had ordered my release. FID held me for two months. According to my lawyer, the Nigerian law gives only 28 days for investigation.

“They held me for two months. What is the extra month for? Because they can. If you give them money, they oppress your enemy. I have experienced it,” he said.

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