2024: Industrial, Medical Gases Nigeria Posts N1.6bn Profit

Industrial, medical gases Nigeria posts N1.6bn profit. The Industrial and Medical Gases Nigeria has recorded N1.622 billion profit for the financial year ended December 31, 2024.

The Industrial and Medical Gases Nigeria has recorded N1.622 billion profit for the financial year ended December 31, 2024. This is a 90 per cent increase from N852.75 million recorded in 2023.

On Tuesday, the company declared this in a corporate disclosure through the Nigerian Exchange Ltd.

While its revenue rose by 38 per cent from N6.064 billion in 2023 to N8.376 billion in 2024, the company’s profit before income tax also grew by 96 per cent from N1.247 billion in 2023 to N2.442 billion in 2024.

Its share capital remained the same at N249.75 million.
The total equity witnessed 41 per cent surge from N4.19 billion in 2023  to N5.91 billion in 2024.

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The company paid a N196.441 million dividend in 2024 against N157.031 million in 2023, recording a 25 per cent increment.
The company’s declared cash dividend during 2024 was N249.75 million, a 100 per cent increase from N199.79 million in 2023.

The results from operating activities rose by 92 per cent from N1.279 billion in 2023 to N2.449 billion in 2024.

Nollywood Star Jim Iyke Reacts As YouTube Takes Down New Movie Due To Inappropriate Scene

Nollywood star Jim Iyke reacts as YouTube takes down new movie due to inappropriate scene. The actor announced the film’s removal from YouTube on social media, saying it was due to an inappropriate scene.

Nigerian actor and filmmaker Jim Iyke has expressed disappointment over the removal of the thriller drama movie titled ‘Light in the Dark’ from YouTube.

The actor announced the film’s removal from YouTube on social media, saying it was due to an inappropriate scene.

According to him, the film, which had over 600,000 views in a few days, was taken down by YouTube.

The actor expressed disappointment and said he remained optimistic as he thanked his team for their hard work and dedication. He further encouraged fans to support the revised version of the movie that was now available on his channel.

The actor recognised the significance of his fans’ support, stressing that every view, share and comment made a difference.

“Hey, everyone! The original version of our movie, ‘Light in the Dark’, on JIMIYKE TV was taken down. They deemed one of the scenes inappropriate from feedback received.

Nollywood Star Jim Iyke

“It has been challenging, to say the least. Over 600k views accumulated in a few days. The time, effort, and passion my team put into these projects is inestimable. But I’m not deterred. My energy has always stemmed from positivity and a winners’ mentality,” said the actor.
Iyke announced the new version of the movie and urged fans to watch, share, and spread the word.

The film tells the story of a couple, Emeka and Jumoke, who have been married for 11 years and have a daughter they love dearly.

Jumoke has been trying hard to have another child and hopes it will be a boy to appease Emeka’s family.
A gang attacks them one night, and the gang leader decides to rape Jumoke.

The film featured Rita Dominic, Joke Silva, Said Balogun, Kiki Omeili, and Bimbo Ademoye.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan Defies Kogi Government, Insists On ‘Homecoming’ Rally

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan defies Kogi government, insists on ‘homecoming’ rally. Kogi Central Senator, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has insisted on returning to her constituency for the Sallah break, despite restrictions by the Kogi State Government.

In a statement released on Tuesday, the senator urged her supporters to ignore rumours that she had canceled her visit.

“We are pleased to confirm that Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s Sallah visit to Kogi Central Senatorial District will proceed as planned,” the statement read.

“Despite rumours circulating online, there has been no official announcement from our office regarding the cancellation of this visit.”

She emphasized that, as a lawmaker, she had a duty to her people and encouraged them to come out in large numbers to celebrate Eid-el-Fitr with her.

“As the senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan remains committed to engaging with her community and fostering a spirit of unity and cooperation.

“Her dedication to the people of Kogi Central is unwavering, and she looks forward to celebrating Eid-el-Fitr with her constituents.

“We would like to assure the public that all necessary arrangements are in place to ensure a successful and joyous event. We invite all members of the community to join us in marking this special occasion,” the statement added.

The recent development comes after the Kogi State Government banned all rallies and public gatherings due to security concerns.

The government also restricted fishing and other activities, linking them to the recent deaths of two individuals in Kasemiya, Katubo, and Umozu Ette in Kogi West.

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Kogi’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, stated on Monday that the ban aimed to prevent any security threats that could disrupt peace in the state.

Fanwo added that intelligence reports had suggested some groups were planning to “stage some violent rallies in the guise of political and religious agitations” in Kogi Central.

Senator Akpoti-Uduaghan, who was recently suspended for six months for protesting a change of seating arrangement, has also accused Senate President Godswill Akpabio of s3xual harassment.