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Carnival: Most Artiste Friendly Cultural Festival In Nigeria – Ras Kimono
The annual Rivers State cultural festival CARNIRIV has been described as the most Artist friendly cultural festival in Nigeria
Asaba, Delta State born international Reggae star, Ras kimono stated this during his live performance at Reggae 360 held at the CARNIRIV village Elekahia in Port Harcourt last Thursday. He also described the fiesta as colourful.
The Rub-a-dub master who came with his daughter said it was the first time his daughter was visiting the state which he said was to reciprocate and show his love and appreciation to the state for the opportunity given to them to perform in the CARNIRIV.
One of his hit tracks ‘under pressure’ took the Mammoth crowd of spectators to ‘Cloudy’ as they sang and danced with the Rastafarian lord who showed his gratitude to the fun seekers by giving them all his best.
The Reggae 360 night turned out to be the clash of Reggae titans as the Jamaican born international Reggae icon Morgan Heritage who performed live before Ras Kimono took the stage, set the mood for the night with his captivating songs and mesmerising dance steps.
His presence on stage pulled an unprecedented crowd ever witnessed in previous and present CARNIRIV party nights. The lord of the heritage family who also came with his sister said it was the first time they were visiting the country, Nigeria and thanked the Rivers State government for the wonderful opportunity
Another seasoned reggae crooner that performed live on the stage at the event was the foundation man, Oritz Williki who also thrilled the crowd with some of his popular songs including “Are you wanted?”
The Rastafarian who also sang other hit tracks expressed appreciation for the massive turnout and did his best to entertain the crowd even though his performance was nothing to write home about compared to that of Morgan Heritage and Ras Kimono.
Another reggae maestro, Ras Bob Kelly who was given an opportunity to perform that night ended up chanting some of Bob Marley’s songs without singing any of his own tracks. This left the crowd wondering if he had ever released an album to his own credit.
The Rainmaker himself, Majek Fashek who was billed to perform at the event did not show up. Some of his fans who were disappointed by his absence attributed it to his present ill health, while others were of the opinion that he was now a spent force as a result of his drug addiction which had ruined his career.
Be that as it may the Reggae 360 night was full of fun and ecstasy and would remain ever green in the mind of those who were opportuned to be there and took part in it.
Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.
Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”
Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’