The remains of prominent Nigerian businessman and philanthropist, Alhaji Aminu Dantata have been laid to rest in Madinah, Saudi Arabia, on Tuesday evening.

Alhaji Dantata, died Friday night in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, and was finally buried at Baqiyya cemetery, fulfilling his will prior to his demise.

Earlier, a prayer was held for the deceased at the Holy Prophet’s mosque after the Asr prayer, as hundreds of Nigerians, including family members, government delegations and well wishers paid their final respects.

The death of the business man has caused widespread prayers for the repose of his soul, as many remember him as not just a business tycoon, but a father who helped the vulnerable in the country.

Officials of the All Progressives Congress, APC, from Gayam Electoral Ward of Lafia Local Government Area have suspended the state chairman of the party, Aliyu Bello, over alleged anti-party activities.

Ibrahim Iliyasu, chairman of APC in Gayam Ward, announced the suspension at a press conference on Tuesday in Lafia.
The ward chairman, who read the suspension letter signed by himself and 13 other ward executives, said the decision followed an investigation into complaints made by ward members regarding the chairman’s anti-party conduct.

“We have credible evidence and reports that he has openly promoted and campaigned for a member of another political party contrary to Article 21 (1), (11), (VII) of the party’s constitution,” he said.

Iliyasu noted that the actions of Bello had brought embarrassment to the party and undermined the credibility of its efforts among members.

“We have decided to suspend you with immediate effect in line with the powers vested in us as ward executive under Article 21 (D), (I), (III) of the constitution of our party and having consulted widely with stakeholders within the ward,” he said.

He further stated that the decision would be communicated to the Lafia Local Government Area Executive, the State Executive Committee, and the National Working Committee of the party for ratification and further necessary action.

He urged the suspended APC chairman to refrain from parading himself as a member or official of the party pending the conclusion of the process.

Veteran Nigerian actor, Tom Njemanze, has appealed to the general public for financial assistance in his battle with cancer.

The actor, who is currently receiving treatment in hospital, made the plea on Tuesday in a viral video circulating on the internet.

Sharing the video on his Instagram page, filmmaker Stanley Ontop revealed that Njemanze has been diagnosed with prostate cancer and urgently requires funds for surgery.

He said, “Hello guys, one of our Nollywood legends is sick and needs urgent surgery.

“Sir Tom Njamanze has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, and he needs your support to undergo surgery. Nothing is too small, fams. Help our legend live again.”

OSUNDAILY NG reports that Njemanze is known for his performances in Issakaba, Tokunboh, Atosa, Pounds and Dollars, Osuofia in London, Igbotic Love, and Brain Box.

This comes just four months after fellow veteran actor, John Amaefule, appealed for financial assistance amid his battle with partial stroke and cancer.