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Nollywood Veteran Actor, ‘Agbako’ is dead

  Veteran actor, Abdulsalam Sanyaolu, popularly known as Charles Olumo and Agbako, is dead. A  statement by the president of Theatre Arts and Motion Pictures Practitioners Association of Nigeria (TAMPAN) , Bolaji Amusan, popularly known as Mr Latin on Instagram on Thursday.   He wrote, “#tampanglobal announces the passing of Pa Charles Olumo Sanyaolu, fondly known as AGBAKO. Details of the burial arrangements will be shared at a later time. Good night father, 25/02/1923 to 31/10/2024.”   Nollywood actor, Jide Kosoko, also confirmed Agbako’s demise as he wrote: “Good night ooo, Baba Charles. a.k.a Agbako, 101 years, ba wasa ba. R I P.”   Agbako clocked 101st this year.

Akande Sadipe Congratulates Muslims At Eid-el-Kabir

Federal lawmaker, Tolulope Akande-Sadipe has congratulated the Muslim Ummah in Nigeria for marking another Eid-el-Kabir, a very important celebration in the Islamic faith.

Akande-Sadipe, who represents Oluyole Federal Constituency in a message, said the festivity provides a special opportunity for Muslims to reflect on their faith and also reach out to people of other faiths and humanity at large.

She said Eid al-Adha, is known as the Festival of Sacrifice; a time of profound reflection, compassion, and unity.

Hon. Akande-Sadipe who Chairs the House Committee on Ethics and Privileges appealed to Nigeraians to emulate Prophet Ibrahim, urging them to embrace the values of sacrifice, charity, and faith that the holy day represents.

In the spirit of Eid al-Adha, I extend my heartfelt greetings to all my Muslim brothers and sisters as we celebrate this auspicious occasion. Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of Sacrifice, is a time of profound reflection, compassion, and unity.

“As we commemorate the willingness of Prophet Ibrahim to sacrifice his son in obedience to Allah’s command, let us also embrace the values of sacrifice, charity, and faith that this holy day represents”, she said.

“I pray that this Eid brings abundant wealth, good health, and countless blessings to all. May your homes be filled with joy, your hearts with peace, and your lives with prosperity. Let us use this time to strengthen our bonds of unity and extend our hands to those in need, ensuring that the spirit of Eid reaches every corner of our community.”

“On this sacred day, let us remember the less fortunate and strive to spread kindness and generosity. Together, we can build a society grounded in compassion, understanding, and mutual respect.”

“Eid Mubarak to all, and may the blessings of this joyous occasion illuminate our lives and guide us towards a brighter, more harmonious future

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