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Forgery: Churchill Petitions IGP Against Tonto Dike
Mr. Olakunle Churchill, the estranged husband of controversial Nollywood actress, Tonto Dike has petitioned the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohamad Adamu against the actress for documentary forgery. ` Churchill also accused his former wife for illegal sale of his Toyota Prado suv vehicle worth N22 million.
He submitted the letter through his lawyer Ace Solicitors to the office of the Inspector General of Police and made the acknowledged copy dated April 4th 2019 available on social media. He alleged that he acquired the said vehicle through his organization, big Churchill group.
He alleged that after their divorce, he left the white Prado suv with Tonto Dike and she thereafter forged ownership documents of the car and eventually sold it.
The petition read in part, “the car was bought for domestic use of the family particularly in view of the fact that Tonto Dike-Churchill as she was then known had just put to bed, the car was bought in the name of client’s company as a result of the partnership our client had with Toyoto at the material time.
“When the marriage broke down irretrievably, Miss Tonto Dike made away with t he said vehicle and sold the vehicle to unknown person(s). This is without the consent of our client or the company or without a proper work and change of name of ownership.
Sir, this complaint has been imperative not for the purpose of recovering the said vehicle from Tonto Dike or any third party, but for record and documentation purpose, it is to absolve our client and Big Church Group Ltd of any liability in the event of the said vehicle being used for any illegal purpose as our client is not aware of who the vehicle was sold to”.
In a swift reaction, however the actress said on her instagram page “little by little, the truth is coming out, please keep shooting yourself on the leg, I am here for it”.
The controversial actress got married in 2015 to Olakunle Churchill, a Nigerian businessman and philanthropist and they have a son from the union. However, the separation crisis started when it was reported that a certain woman had stepped into the scene with Tonto Dike and Tonto reacted by removing her husband’s surname from her instagram.
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Stephanie Linus, First Black Recipient Of Lennox K. Black Prize
The Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising outstanding individuals.
The actress was honoured with the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine by Thomas Jefferson University in America in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social activism and impact through her work.
This remarkable achievement, they said, highlights her dedication to societal well-being and marks her as the first Black recipient of this distinguished award.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the medical field, promoting scientific discovery and advancements.
Named after Lennox K. Black, a Canadian manufacturing executive known for his philanthropic efforts and service on various boards, including Thomas Jefferson University, the prize celebrates excellence in medical innovation and global contribution to health and medicine.
The actress is renowned for her activism and impactful work in areas concerning women’s health and rights, including her efforts to combat issues like fistula and gender-based violence.
According to the award organisers she has been instrumental in bringing about social change through her films and campaigns. They added that her work extends beyond borders, affecting lives and policies internationally, embodying the spirit of the Lennox K. Black International Prize.
On receiving the award, Stephanie expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to using her platform for social good.
“This recognition goes beyond me; it is for all the women and girls fighting for a healthier, safer world. It amplifies our message and our work. It strengthens my resolve to continue advocating for gender equality, social justice, and improved maternal and reproductive health in Africa,” she said
Susan Aldunge, Interim President of Thomas Jefferson University, admired the actress, saying, ‘‘Your ability to educate while humbly addressing the cultural obstacles impeding progress for young women is commendable. Your intelligent, personal take on the necessary human rights changes has deeply impacted all lucky to encounter you. Congratulations once more on this well-deserved award and the acknowledgement of your efforts.’”
Ms Aldunge further said that Thomas Jefferson University, a leader in medical education and research, hosts the award to underscore its mission of improving lives through innovation in health care.
‘‘The university is proud to honour Stephanie Linus, whose work aligns with Jefferson’s values of creativity, collaboration, and compassion in pursuing excellence in medicine and beyond.
“Awarding the Lennox K. Black International Prize to Stephanie Linus celebrates her achievements and signals a broader recognition of the importance of social activism in medicine and health,” she added.
“Her pioneering efforts continue to inspire and effect change, paving the way for a healthier, more equitable world’’.
Stephanie, who was named Chairperson of the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Best International Feature Film (IFF) category of the Oscars in August 2023, is best known for her 2015 advocacy movie ‘Dry’, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl whose parents marry her off to a 60-year-old man, with devastating consequences.
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‘I’ll Continue To Ask For My Balance’ – Phyna reacts.
Ilebaye’s revelation came just after Phyna had publicly called out the organizers for withholding some of her prizes.
Phyna, who revealed this to Newsmen insinuated that Ilebaye broke the gender code by announcing that she got her full prize money.
She also stressed that she would continue to demand for her balance, stating that she worked hard for the money during the show’s 72-day duration.
“I believe I should at least get what I worked so hard for 72 days. You all suddenly remembered your alert screenshots and IG Live………… Common……one among others is 1BTC which is over 80m in today’s market.
“To those who got their money in full
I’m happy for you. As a poor man’s child, let me ask for my money and other items remaining.,” She added.
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