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Oba Omega’s ‘Soccer Dance’ Enjoys Popular Acceptance … As Duncan Mighty’s ‘Foot Prints’ Rule Air Waves
Multiple award winning musician in the Niger Delta, Emmanuel Amakiri, popularly known as Oba Omega, has recorded another landmark success in his music career as his new album titled: ‘Soccer Dance’ has recorded tremendous commercial success as it enjoys popular acceptance particularly among the youths.
The Kalabari, ‘Rivers State-born music maestro, who popularized Etighi dance step, a traditional dance of the Calabar people, has introduced another unique dance step in his latest album titled: “Soccer Dance.” Soccer dance step is now the in-thing among the youths and is spreading like wild fire in party circles.
The dance step which is like you are playing football on the dance floor may likely take over the party World in no distance time, because of the love for football and the enthusiasm it generates. Apart from the dance style, the seasoned showbiz impresario noted that the new album also contains a lot of Rhythm and Blues (RnB).
Since he came back from the Francophone countries, the Krikata Zoom Master has recorded three solid albums to his credit which have earned him several awards from various organisations in the Niger Delta region and beyond. Apart from music, he also has a television programme on Rivers State Television (RSTV) and Silverbird Television and runs a night club called Boomerang Night Club at Old Aba Road.
Oba Omega is also Rivers State Tourism Ambassador, Grand Lager Beer Ambassador and recently, Nigerian Police Force Ambassador, which was awarded to him by the Inspector-General of Police (IGP), M.D. Abubakar, in that capacity he is to use his talent to let people know that “police is our friend.”
In a related development, Ikwerre, Rivers State-born Music Super Star, Duncan Mighty’s new album titled: ‘Foot Prints’ is currently enjoying massive airplay in all media stations across the state and beyond.
The Port Harcourt first son is known for his chart baster albums and songs which many regard as a national anthem of sort in major parties and other social events including Government circles.
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.’