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Veteran Comic Actor, Mr. Ibu Undergoes Major Surgery

Entertainment, Health, Philanthropy

Veteran Comic Actor, Mr Ibu Undergoes Major Surgery Nollywood actor, John Okafor better known as Mr Ibu, has undergone two major surgeries, AttNews reports. Talking to Instagram on Tuesday morning, the comic actor’s adopted daughter, Jazmine Okafor announced the development. Recall, the veteran actor celebrated his 63rd birthday in an undisclosed hospital in Lagos on Tuesday where he revealed in a video posted on Instagram that he needed financial support so his leg would not be amputated. He had said, “I have been down for so many weeks, all I’m hoping for is your prayers and assistance. I’ve been in…

Tony Elumelu Reveals The Role Chief Ebitimi Banigo Played In His Journey Of Wealth

Business, Philanthropy

Tony Elumelu Reveals The Role Chief Ebitimi Banigo Played In His Journey Of Wealth "It started with Chief Banigo taking the time to read my application letter” Extraordinary entrepreneur, Tony Elumelu has revealed the influences of Ebitimi Banigo in his career. Banigo who is the Amanyanabo of Okpoama Kingdom is a former Chief Executive Officer and ex-Minister of Science and Technology. Along with a group of investors, Banigo founded the Allstates Trust Bank – where Elumelu came into contact with him – in 1988. Elumelu who is playing a frontline role in transforming Africa into a better place for all…

Alex Otti Foundation Increases Funding For Scholarship Awards

Abia State, Good Governance, Philanthropy

ALEX OTTI FOUNDATION INCREASES FUNDING FOR SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS Founder of the Alex Otti Foundation (AOF) and Governor of Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, OFR, has announced an increase in the funding package of the scholarship scheme. Dr. Otti said henceforth beneficiaries of the Foundation's scholarship programme will receive the sum of N250,000, each, up from N150,000. Governor Otti, who spoke during the 2022-2023 Alex Otti Scholarship Banquet, held at the Sacramento Event Centre, Olokoro, Umuahia South LGA, on Saturday, also pledged continued support to beneficiaries to enable them achieve their full potential. A total of 34 university students received the…