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Newly Elected AGN President Detained Following Fatal Crash in Lagos

Abubakar Yakubu, the newly elected President of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), has been taken into police custody following a fatal car accident in the Surulere area of Lagos. Preliminary reports indicate that the accident resulted in the death of one individual. Yakubu is currently being held at the Barracks Police Station in Surulere as authorities investigate the circumstances of the crash. The incident occurs shortly after a closely contested election for the guild's presidency. Yakubu narrowly secured the position, defeating Rita Daniels—mother of actress Regina Daniels—by a vote count of 116 to 113. Police have not yet issued an official statement regarding the cause of the accident or the details of their investigation. * Source : Gistlover.com. *

When 'Selling Your Market' Clashes with Red Carpet Etiquette: Odunlade Adekola Sparks Debate

LAGOS, Nigeria — The premiere of Nollywood megastar Funke Akindele's highly anticipated film, "Behind the Scenes," was meant to be a night of cinematic celebration. Instead, it was briefly upstaged by a wardrobe choice that ignited a fiery online debate about promotional etiquette and professional respect among peers. The controversy centered on veteran actor and filmmaker Odunlade Adekola, who arrived at the Sunday, December 7 event dressed not in the expected formal or glamorous attire, but in casual jeans and a graphic T-shirt. The shirt prominently advertised his own upcoming epic film, "Warlord: Olori Ogun." The Clash of Contexts The outfit created a stark visual contrast on the red carpet, which was populated by colleagues in designer suits, elegant gowns, and stylish traditional wear. In the world of high-profile film premieres—events designed to spotlight a single project and its cast—Adekola's choice was perceived by many as...