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Hope at Twilight: Veteran Thespians can now smile
Hope at Twilight: Veteran Thespians can now smile
In recent times, the hope and the aspirations of the forgotten ones in the Nigerian movie industry came alive as the tentacles of help and support from a foundation in the United Kingdom by a philanthropic Nigerian woman, reaches out to these veterans in the movie circuit for help ranging from all manner of welfare stuffs to health fee support and economic facelift to the older members of the movie industry.
Hope at Twilight, which is the welfare arm of the registered foundation named Maam’s Helping Hands, which is founded by a member of the Theater Artist Practitioners of Nigerian based in the United Kingdom, Mrs Doyin Amodu, a graduate of the London South Bank University, and the president of TAMPAN in the UK, who also started her acting career in 1995 with Babskos Theatre and film school is the brain behind the new surge of hope to veterans in the industry.
Maam’s Project, which is aimed at empowering elderly Nollywood filmmakers by engaging them to produce a film whose proceeds will be used to provide the following:
Financial security: The project will provide elderly thespians with a stable and secure financial future.
This will alleviate their financial burdens and allow them to meet their basic needs without worry.
Healthcare: The project will address the healthcare needs of elderly thespians, ensuring access to quality medical care and necessary treatments.
Pension Plan: The project will work with PFA’s to design a pension plan for filmmakers.
Dignity and independence: The project will empower elderly thespians to make choices, live independently, and have control over their own lives.
Community: The project will foster a strong sense of community and support among elderly thespians. This will ensure that they feel valued and connected within their industry and beyond.
Engagement: The project will create opportunities for elderly thespians to continue engaging with their craft. This will keep their passion for acting alive.
From all indications, it is obvious that Mrs Doyin Amodu’s Hope at Twilight array of programmes and prospect is to fully reintegrate these veterans into the movie market and to make all of them still active at old age.
The foundation hopes to see involvement of all members of TAMPAN both old and young to actively engage this foundation handles on all social media platforms to as to create adequate awareness and support for Maam’s Helping Hands.
Except….
Can we meet you ma?
My name is Doyin Amodu, I am a graduate Film Practice from the prestigious London South Bank University (LSBU) I am currently the President of TAMPAN UK. I began my acting career in 1995 with Babskos Theatre and Film School owned by Prince Jide Kosoko.
What’s your experience in the movie industry and with the movie industry?
My experience in the movie industry has been challenging but incredibly rewarding. I have had the privilege as a director with numerous films to my credit, including Forever Mine and Ojo Ale “Twilight” to name a few. As a producer, I have had the privilege of creating several wonderful movies, though the journey has not been without challenges.
What has contributed significantly to my growth is the informal training I received from Babskos Film School, under the leadership of Prince Jide Kosoko. This foundation helped me navigate the complexities of filmmaking, and I must say, it has been an amazing and fulfilling experience overall.
How did you come about the establishment of your foundation?
The establishment of my foundation was truly the work of God. Humanitarian work has always been close to my heart, and bringing joy to others, especially the elderly who are often underprivileged, gives me immense fulfillment. Initially, my plan was simply to organize an event where these elders could be celebrated. However, I felt a deeper calling, as if God was urging me to take this mission even further.
While it hasn’t always been easy, I knew I had to follow through because it brings me a sense of emotional purification. Beyond the financial commitment, personally attending to their needs fills me with a unique sense of purpose and joy. This calling has transformed what was once just a passion into a dedicated platform to serve others and bring lasting smiles to their faces.
So, I founded the “Hope at Twilight” initiative. As part of this journey, I produced and directed a film titled Ojo Ale “Twilight”, featuring veteran actors alongside a few younger ones. This project brought many of these aged actors back into the spotlight, allowing them to face the camera once again, reconnect with each other after years apart, and freely engage in the creative process. The film not only rejuvenated their spirits but also provided a platform for them to showcase their talents once more. We then took Ojo Ale to VIVA Cinema in Ikeja for a premiere that was well-attended and warmly received. The event marked a significant moment, not just for the actors involved but for the mission of the “Hope at Twilight” initiative—(Registered charity is Maam’s Helping Hands) celebrating the talents of our elders and ensuring they remain part of our creative and cultural landscape.
Why are your efforts towards the elderly thespians alone?
Focusing on elderly thespians is a huge, ongoing project, and one that I believe requires sustained effort and dedication. These individuals, who have contributed immensely to the industry, often face unique challenges later in life, which is why I felt compelled to step in and make a difference.
So far, we have established a medical system where they undergo routine check-ups, tests, and therapy to ensure their well-being. We’ve recently completed a house in Ikorodu, which serves as a residence for those facing medical or shelter challenges. This is not just a temporary solution—it’s a stable, long-term shelter for those who need it.
In addition to providing shelter, we’ve also helped those with medical issues recover and supported them in establishing small businesses of their choice, giving them the opportunity to regain independence. This is an ongoing project, and while we have made significant strides, we know there is still much more to be done. Our commitment to their well-being continues to drive us forward.
What’s your source of motivation for the concept?
As I mentioned earlier, my motivation goes beyond mere passion—it’s driven by their happiness and the fulfilment I get from seeing them thrive. We even have a WhatsApp platform for these elders, and if you were to spend just an hour there, you’d laugh your worries away. They are truly wonderful individuals, and their interactions bring so much joy. However, the greatest source of motivation is empathy. We will all age one day, and none of us knows who will care for us when that time comes. I empathize deeply with these people in their twilight years, understanding their challenges, and that connection to their lives continually inspires me to do more for them. Their resilience and joy are what keep me going.
Are you expecting any gratification back from these people?
Several people have asked me this same question. But honestly, I am not doing this for any personal gain beyond the satisfaction of seeing these elders live fulfilled and happy lives. There’s nothing permanent in life; everything is vanity. I often ask, what’s the point of building multiple houses when I can only sleep in one room, while many others are without shelter? What’s the use of millions stashed in banks when people around us are starving?
The truth is, I expect nothing in return—this is not a profit-making project. It’s purely driven by a sense of responsibility and compassion for others. My only desire is to make their lives a little better, no strings attached.
How easy was funding for this project?
Ahhh, God is my Master Provider. However, funding for this project has not been easy. I am lucky to have generous siblings, and some of my friends are also very generous, the primary funding comes from the little I can raise from my earnings. It’s been challenging, but I’m committed to the cause, and I believe that with God’s help, we’ve been able to make progress despite the financial constraints.
Despite not being in the mainstream Nigerian market, how do you intend to capture the cooperation of other veterans in the industry?
Who says I’m not in the mainstream Nigerian market? Is it because I live in London? I’m very much involved in Nigeria. I frequently travel to Nigeria to make films and handle other business matters. The headquarters of TAMPAN International is in Nigeria, and sometimes, my engagements there are even more demanding than what I do in the UK.
As for capturing the cooperation of other veterans in the industry, we’ve already moved beyond the early stages when some people doubted our sincerity and intentions. Now, every day, more elders who were not initially part of our platforms are joining us. Interestingly, some veterans don’t need our services but still support our cause after witnessing the genuineness of our efforts. I can confidently say that we have the backing of the industry and that support continues to grow as more people recognize the impact of our work.
Would you mind financial and other supports from other well to do citizens, eminent personalities, donor agencies, politicians, enterpreneur, organized private sector, agencies, foundations, benevolent individuals or fintech establishments for this laudable and worthwhile project?
If we have access to more resources, we will certainly be able to do much more for these veterans.
We are aiming to broaden our scope, and part of our aspiration is to take these elders on international tours so they can explore the world. For instance, we are seriously planning to take as many of them as possible to Dubai in February. With adequate funding, this can become a reality. These actors are like Stanislavsky reincarnated, and if we have sufficient funds to produce a Netflix-standard film with them, the world will truly see and appreciate the immense talent they possess. So, yes, any form of support would go a long way in helping us achieve even greater things for these remarkable thespians.
How present are you on the social media, reel out your handles for followers to subscribe?
I am @doyinamodu on all social media platforms
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Kingdom Advancement: God Does Not Confirm Lies or Gossip — He Confirms His Word .” — Dr. Chris Okafor
Kingdom Advancement: God Does Not Confirm Lies or Gossip—He Confirms His Word
“When Doing Business with God,
People’s Opinions Do Not Count.”
— Dr. Christian Okafor
The greatest investment any Christian can make is partnering with God. According to the Generational Prophet of God and Senior Pastor of Grace Nation Global, Christopher Okafor, when a believer commits to serving and advancing God’s kingdom, no barrier, lie, gossip, or blackmail can prevail against them.
This message was delivered during the Prophetic Financial Sunday Service held on February 15, 2026, at the international headquarters of Grace Nation Worldwide in Ojodu Berger, Lagos, Nigeria.
Doing Business with God
Teaching on the theme “Kingdom Advancement” with the subtitle “Doing Business with God,” Dr. Okafor emphasized that when a believer enters into covenant partnership with God, divine backing becomes inevitable.
“God is still in the business of covenant,” he declared. “When you make a covenant with Him, He honors the terms. When you win souls into the kingdom and remain committed to His work, He rewards you with what you could never achieve by your own strength.”
The Man of God stressed that God does not confirm lies, gossip, or negative narratives—He confirms His Word. Therefore, anyone genuinely committed to kingdom business should not be distracted by public opinion.
“No matter the blackmail or falsehood circulating around you, if you are focused on God’s assignment, those attacks will only strengthen you,” he stated.
He further noted that a believer’s understanding of God’s covenant determines their experience. “Your mentality about God’s covenant becomes your reality. When you truly know the God you serve, no devil can move you.”
Biblical Examples of Kingdom Partnership
Dr. Okafor cited several biblical figures who prospered through their partnership with God:
Abel
Abel served God with sincerity and offered his very best. His sacrifice pleased God, demonstrating that when a master is honored, he responds with favor.
David
David’s heart was fully devoted to God, and in return, God’s presence and favor rested upon him throughout his life.
Hannah
Hannah made a covenant with God, promising that if He blessed her with a child, she would dedicate him to His service. After fulfilling her vow, God rewarded her abundantly, blessing her with additional children.
Peter
Peter, a professional fisherman, surrendered his boat at Jesus’ request for kingdom work. Through that act of partnership and obedience, he experienced supernatural provision and divine elevation.
Conclusion
In closing, Dr. Okafor emphasized that one’s approach to God’s covenant determines the level of success and prosperity experienced. Commitment to kingdom advancement secures divine confirmation and supernatural results.
The Prophetic Financial Sunday Service was marked by prophetic declarations, deliverance, healings, miracles, restoration, and solutions to diverse cases presented before Elohim.
At 55, Omoyele Sowore Remains a Defiant Voice of Conscience
By George Omagbemi Sylvester | Published by SaharaWeeklyNG
“SaharaWeeklyNG Management and Staff Salute a Relentless Campaigner for Justice and Democratic Accountability.”
As activist, journalist and politician Omoyele Sowore marks his 55th birthday, the management and staff of SaharaWeeklyNG join millions of Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to celebrate a man widely regarded as one of the most persistent and fearless voices for democratic accountability in modern Nigeria.
Born on February 16, 1971, in Ondo State, Sowore rose from student activism at the University of Lagos to become one of the country’s most recognisable pro-democracy figures. His early involvement in the student movement during the military era of the 1990s placed him at the forefront of protests against dictatorship and repression, a role that would shape the course of his life and career.
He later founded Sahara Reporters in 2006, an online investigative platform that quickly gained prominence for exposing corruption, abuse of power and human rights violations. Operating initially from the United States, the outlet became a symbol of citizen journalism and digital activism, publishing stories often ignored or suppressed by mainstream media. Over the years, the platform has reported on high-level corruption cases, electoral malpractices and security failures, earning both praise and fierce criticism from political authorities.
Sowore’s activism took a dramatic turn in 2019 when he contested Nigeria’s presidential election under the African Action Congress (AAC). Although he did not win, the campaign amplified his calls for systemic reform. Months later, he launched the #RevolutionNow movement, a nationwide protest demanding an end to corruption, economic hardship and insecurity.
In August 2019, he was arrested by Nigeria’s Department of State Services (DSS) on charges of treasonable felony. His detention, which lasted several months despite court orders for his release, sparked international condemnation from human rights groups, civil society organisations and foreign observers. The case turned him into a global symbol of resistance against state repression.
Over the years, Sowore has faced multiple arrests, court trials and travel restrictions. Yet he has remained resolute, insisting that his activism is rooted in the constitutional right to freedom of expression and peaceful assembly. Supporters describe him as a principled crusader against injustice, while critics accuse him of political extremism. Regardless of the perspective, his impact on Nigeria’s political discourse is undeniable.
His life’s work echoes the enduring words of Nelson Mandela, who once said, “Freedom is not merely to cast off one’s chains, but to live in a way that respects and enhances the freedom of others.” For many of Sowore’s followers, his sacrifices represent precisely that spirit, an unyielding struggle for a more accountable and equitable society.
Similarly, the philosophy of Martin Luther King Jr. (that “injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere”) resonates deeply with the trajectory of Sowore’s activism. Whether confronting police brutality, electoral irregularities or economic injustice, he has consistently framed his struggle as one for the collective dignity of Nigerians.
Nigerian Nobel laureate Wole Soyinka once observed that “the man dies in all who keep silent in the face of tyranny.” That sentiment captures the essence of Sowore’s public life. For over three decades, he has refused silence, even when it meant imprisonment, harassment and personal sacrifice.
At 55, Sowore’s journey is far from over. He remains active in political advocacy, civil rights campaigns and public commentary, continuing to challenge what he describes as systemic failures in governance and leadership. His career reflects both the promise and the peril of dissent in a fragile democracy; where the line between patriotism and confrontation is often fiercely contested.
On this milestone birthday, SaharaWeeklyNG management and staff recognise Sowore not merely as an individual, but as a symbol of the enduring struggle for transparency, justice, and democratic renewal. His story is one of conviction under pressure, a reminder that the quest for a better society often demands courage, resilience and a willingness to stand alone.
As Nigeria navigates its complex political and economic realities, figures like Sowore continue to shape the national conversation. Whether praised or criticised, his voice remains a constant in the country’s democratic journey; loud, uncompromising and impossible to ignore.
Banwo Accuses Alex Otti Administration of Governance by Propaganda
Public commentator and lawyer Dr. Ope Banwo has criticised the Abia State Government under Governor Alex Otti, accusing the administration of running what he described as a “propaganda-driven government” built on exaggerated claims and selective messaging rather than measurable governance outcomes.
In a detailed commentary, Banwo argued that while Abia State has recorded some progress in specific sectors, the government’s media machinery has inflated limited achievements into what he called “statewide miracles,” creating a disconnect between online narratives and lived realities.
Banwo, who said he initially viewed Governor Otti as a symbol of hope following the 2023 elections, noted that his concerns emerged after engaging residents and professionals living in Abia to verify widely circulated claims about infrastructure, power supply, healthcare, and transportation.
Central to Banwo’s critique is the portrayal of Abia as a state with uninterrupted electricity. He acknowledged the existence of the Aba ring-fenced power arrangement involving Aba Power and Geometric Power but argued that the arrangement has been misrepresented as statewide energy independence.
According to him, extending the Aba power project to represent the entire state amounts to misinformation, especially given acknowledged outages and the limited geographical coverage of the scheme.
He further questioned claims that Abia was the first state to assume intrastate electricity regulation, stating that other states, including Lagos State, had taken similar steps earlier.
Banwo also raised concerns over viral claims suggesting that biogas facilities are already powering Abia communities, arguing that pilot projects have been prematurely presented as fully operational infrastructure.
He noted that residents he spoke with were largely unaware of any functional biogas-powered communities, stressing that government announcements should be backed by publicly available data on scale, output, and sustainability.
On healthcare, the founder of Naija Lives Matters (NLM) questioned reports that Abia offers free medical care to all citizens above 60 years of age for life, describing the claim as unverified and unsupported by legislation, budgetary provisions, or formal policy documents.
Similarly, he criticised claims suggesting that electric vehicles operate widely across the state and that all roads have been tarred, describing such assertions as exaggerated and misleading.
The self-acclaimed Mayor of Fadeyi argued that the core issue is not the absence of development but what he described as a governance style driven by social media optics rather than transparent performance metrics.
He warned that excessive reliance on viral content, influencers, and unverified claims risks eroding public trust and undermining accountability, noting that effective governance requires data, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
“A serious government does not need to exaggerate results,” Banwo said, adding that citizens require reliable services, not slogans.
He also advised the Abia government to avoid constant comparisons with states like Lagos and its governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, urging the administration to focus instead on publishing verifiable performance records.
Banwo challenged the Otti administration to release clear documentation supporting its claims, including power coverage maps, healthcare policy instruments, infrastructure project lists, and implementation timelines.
He concluded that while Abia State has not “collapsed,” the growing gap between online narratives and on-ground realities could become more damaging than infrastructural deficits if left unaddressed.
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