PRESIDENT TINUBU DEPARTS JEDDAH FOR ABUJA AFTER SUCCESSFUL UMRAH IN MAKKAH. (PHOTO). #PRESS RELEASE.

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 STATEHOUSE PRESS RELEASE PRESIDENT TINUBU DEPARTS JEDDAH FOR ABUJA AFTER SUCCESSFUL UMRAH IN MAKKAH President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Wednesday departed King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, for Abuja after successfully completing his Umrah (Lesser Hajj) in the holy city of Makkah. President Tinubu's plane took off at the Royal Terminal of the King Abdulaziz International Airport, Jeddah, at exactly 5:13.pm Saudi time. The Deputy Governor of the Makkah Region, Prince Saud bin MISHAAL bin Abdulaziz Al Saud; Nigerian Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Ambassador Yakubu Gambo, and the Hon. Consul-General, Ambassador Muazam Ibrahim Nayaya, accompanied the President to the airport. Before departure, President Tinubu had a brief meeting with the Deputy Governor of Makkah at the Royal Guest Palace in the airport. On arrival on Thursday in Saudi Arabia, the President led members of the Nigerian delegation to perform the Umrah rites, including the circumambulation of...

TOM SKERRITT, 92, WOWS FANS AT MEET-AND-GREET 40 YEARS AFTER 'TOP GUN'. (PHOTO).


 Tom Skerritt, 92, wows fans at meet-and-greet 40 years after 'Top Gun'


At 92, Tom Skerritt continues to captivate fans with his enduring presence and charm. 


The veteran actor recently attended a fan meet-and-greet, where movie lovers celebrated his decades-long career that began with Harold and Maude in 1971. 


Social media posts from the event showed Skerritt warmly engaging with admirers, signing autographs, and sharing stories from his extensive filmography. 


Fans praised him as a “national treasure,” with many recalling standout performances in Poison Ivy, Poltergeist, and the original MASH* film.


Skerritt’s legacy is defined by his ability to bring calm authority and emotional depth to his roles. His portrayal of Commander Mike “Viper” Metcalf in Top Gun remains iconic, grounding the high-energy film with mentor-like wisdom. 


Audiences also remember his nuanced performances in Steel Magnolias and A River Runs Through It, where he starred opposite Brad Pitt. 


Over the years, Skerritt has collaborated with acclaimed directors like Tony Scott and Robert Altman, as well as actors such as Anthony Hopkins and Tom Cruise, cementing his reputation as a versatile and respected figure in Hollywood.


Beyond mainstream success, Skerritt has been a strong advocate for independent cinema and emerging filmmakers. 


His authenticity and warmth have made him a standout across both film and television, with roles ranging from military leaders to small-town sheriffs. 


Even now, his presence resonates deeply with audiences, proving that his artistry and charisma remain timeless. 


Fans continue to celebrate not only his career achievements but also the enduring grace with which he carries himself well into his nineties.

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