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FG plans ban on ‘ponmo’ to revive leather industry

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1 year ago

September 20, 2022

THE Federal Government has said it was proposing a legislation to ban the consumption of animal skin, locally known as ponmo, in the country to revive tanneries.

Director-General, Nigerian Institute of Leather and Science Technology, NILEST, Zaria, Muhammad Yakubu said this in Abuja on Sunday. NILEST was set up to promote leather production as provided in the Agricultural Research Institute Act of 1975. The institute conducts research the production and products of leather and the utilisation of local tanning materials in the country.

Yakubu, who said the litigation was necessary to revive the comatose leather industry in the country, said the habit of eating animal skin, which has no nutritional value, should be stopped to save the industry and boost the nation’s economy.

The Director-General added that the institute, in collaboration with stakeholders in the industry, would approach the national assembly and state governments to bring out legislation banning “ponmo” consumption.

He said: “To the best of my knowledge, Nigerians are the only people in the world that overvalue skin as food, after all, Ponmo has no nutritional value.

“At one point, there was a motion before the two chambers of the national assembly, it was debated but I don’t know how the matter was thrown away.”

He also said the current National Leather Policy had addressed some fundamental problems of the sector.

Yakubu said: “If we get our tanneries, our footwear and leather production working well in Nigeria, people will hardly get pomo to buy and eat.

“When implemented fully, it would turn around most of the comatose tanneries and ginger greater output in production.”

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Popular Nollywood Actor Lekan Olatunji loses wife

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3 weeks ago

September 15, 2023

Yinka Rahman

Nollywood Actor Lekan Olatunji loses wife

Nollywood Lekan Olatunji, a prominent figure in Nollywood, is in deep pains as he lost his wife to the cold hands of death.

Tribune reported that Olatunji announced the death of his wife after canceling a proposed shoot meant to hold on Thursday.

The Nollywood actor revealed that his wife died after spending millions of Naira on her health.

The sad news came some months after the actor survived a horrific car accident.

The exact cause of his wife’s illness has not been disclosed to the public at this time. However, it is clear that this loss will bring profound pain and heartbreak to Olatunji, who relied on his wife’s unwavering support during his recovery from the car accident.

In June 2022, Olatunji was involved in a ghastly motor accident that left him with several bodily injuries. He spent months in the hospital, undergoing treatment and rehabilitation. Reflecting on the accident, Olatunji revealed that he had a strange feeling about his journey on the day of the incident.

Despite this intuition, he proceeded with his plans and boarded a car to Ikorodu for a movie shoot. However, he unexpectedly fell asleep during the journey and woke up in the hospital.

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Another Nollywood Actress Is Dead

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3 weeks ago

September 15, 2023

Yinka Rahman

Another Nollywood Actress Is Dead

Nollywood actress Cindy Amadi, known for her role in the lesbian-themed film “Ife”, has reportedly passed away.

Her death was confirmed in a statement issued by the producers of the film, posted on their Instagram page.

It read; “We are greatly, deeply, and unbelievably saddened to learn about the passing of Cindy Amadi, who played Adaora in #ìféthemovie.

Moyo Lawal Loves Making S3x Video

“Cindy brought her magic to our set and changed our lives forever. She was very enthusiastic about developing her craft and growing her career, and continuing to showcase her talent. She was well on her way until her untimely passing.

“We cannot begin to imagine the pain and loss her family feel right now. On behalf of our entire cast and crew, we send our deepest condolences to her family and wish them all the comfort they need at this time.

“Rest in Peace, Cindy. Thank you for sharing your gift with us. We will always remember you, and you live on in our hearts forever. #GoneTooSoon

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Moyo Lawal Loves Making S3x Video

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3 weeks ago

September 15, 2023

Yinka Rahman

Moyo Lawal loves s3x video, ex-boyfriend Actor MC Ug Future drops bombshell

Popular Nollywood actor, Ugochukwu Onyinanya better known as MC Ug Future has revealed his affair with Moyo Lawal, claiming the actress loves s3x tapes.

In the wake of the actress’s nude tape, the upcoming actor took to his Facebook page and claimed that he dated the actress between 2020 to 2021.

Though he isn’t one to betray people, he revealed that Moyo Lawal loved private s3x video and a lot of crázy things.

MC Ug Future further revealed that he has their s3x tapes but can’t hurt her and himself, though she had hurt him many times.

“I was not raised to betray people, I dated Moyo Lawal for 2 years 2020 – 2021. She loves private video & a lot of crazy things.
I have all our s3x tapes, all these while but I can’t hurt my colleague and myself. Though she hurt me many times”.

MC Ug Future’s post however triggered a backlash, with many criticizing him for chasing clout with the actress’s name. Some likened him to Biblical, Judas Iscariot.

One Okorie Naydo wrote, “Judas in disguise Ewu Gambia”.

One Adawise wrote, “Was this necessary”.

One Secunda Onyi wrote, “Radio without battery. Judas”.

One Ada Diuto wrote, “I was not raised to betray people, then boom! He tells social media that he has her S3x tapes. I am confused”.

One Everything Mayowa wrote, “You were not afraid to betray people but you were raised to cast them, well raised”.

One Hausa Panda wrote, “See Judas Iscariot apprentice”.

One Lizpg65 wrote, “Dates Moyo ke? I thought she said she was celibate. But what’s the relevance of your information uncle?? Wetin I know sef?? Na una sabi”.