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Minister hails Saidi Balogun on Online Movie Premier, says it’s a youth instructional

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5 years ago

November 21, 2021

Minister of Youth and Sports Development Mr Sunday Dare has expressed his delight on the premiere of Saidi Balogun’s new movie ‘Online”

The Minister stated that the movie highlights the possible dangers that come with the virtual world and insights into how families can navigate these dangers.

He reiterated that:

The Internet has come with its immense benefits but young people must have their whits about them in order to be one step ahead of the perils that may accompany the opportunities offers ‘

Saidi has accomplished what many more Nigerian entertainers should aim for and that is using creative arts to educate our youth on modern trends and dangers of a digital world.

The Nollywood industry is ranked as the second largest film producer in the world, the industry has made great strides in keeping our culture alive and enabling it to transcend generations as well as put Nigerian talent on global screens.

The Industry according to PWC is a significant part of the Arts, Entertainment and Recreation Sector which contributed 2.3% (NGN239biliion) to Nigeria’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) in 2016. It is one of the priority sectors identified in the Economic Recovery and Growth plan of the Federal Government of Nigeria with a planned $1billion export revenue by 2020.

The industry is an integral part of Nigeria’s social and economic development process for the well-being and quality of life of all Nigerians and must continue to be identified as such.

The Minister commended Saidi for his personal contributions to this industry over time and the ability to encapture today’s relevant issues in a language which the young people understand.

The movie ‘online’ is a phycological thriller of an online predator whose mental state is debatable in this intriguing, suspense-filled movie. It throws light on the perceptive nature of a vital part of some of the things that happen on the internet.

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Ochei Felicitates Asagba of Asaba on 2nd Coronation Anniversary

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3 weeks ago

October 5, 2026

The Gleamer

Former Speaker of the Delta State House of Assembly and President of the Nigeria Tennis Federation, Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Victor Ochei, Esq., FNSE, has felicitated with His Royal Majesty, Obi (Prof.) Epiphany Azinge, CON, Asagba of Asaba, on the occasion of his Second Coronation Anniversary.

Ochei, who is also the NDC Candidate for Delta North Senatorial District, described the anniversary as an opportunity to celebrate the Asagba’s commitment to the peace, unity, cultural heritage and development of Asaba.

He commended His Royal Majesty for bringing his wealth of scholarship, experience and statesmanship to bear on the traditional institution, while promoting values that strengthen communal harmony and preserve the rich heritage of the Asaba people.

“Your Majesty, I celebrate your Second Coronation Anniversary and your continued dedication to the wellbeing of your people. May God Almighty grant you good health, wisdom and strength for many more years of purposeful service.

“May your reign continue to be marked by peace, unity and progress for Asaba, Delta State and humanity,” Ochei said.

He wished the Asagba a memorable anniversary and prayed for continued blessings upon his reign.

Rt. Hon. (Engr.) Victor Ochei, Esq., FNSE
Former Speaker, Delta State House of Assembly
President, Nigeria Tennis Federation
NDC Candidate, Delta North Senatorial District

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