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African King Thrills Fans At PH International Trade Fair
Afro hip-hop sensation,
Sampson Agwora popularly known as African King was at his best at the ongoing 9th Port Harcourt International Trade Fair holding at Isaac Boro Park, Port Harcourt as he thrilled his fans and other fun seekers at the official opening ceremony last Friday.
The rave of the moment in the Afro hip-hop word, who spoke with The Tide Entertainment at the event expressed gratitude to his numerous fans for appreciating his efforts in the music clan and assured them of a new chart buster album which he hopes will hit the market early next year.
The Imo State-born and Port Harcourt-based music sensation noted that Port Harcourt brought him to limelight in his music career, therefore, he had decided to remain in the state to pursue his career, because of the abundant opportunities and enabling environment that exist in the state.
He expressed gratitude to the State Governor, Rt Hon. Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi for restoring peace and security in the state which he said had contributed to the development of the entertainment industry in the state.
According to him, Port Harcourt over the years, has remained a centre of attraction to many musicians in the country and a city to beat after Lagos in terms of entertainment.
The African King stressed that most artistes are attracted to the state not only because of the enabling environment but for her legendary hospitality which according to him, is second to none. He maintained that these attributes had turned the state to another home away from home. He, therefore, called on indigenous musicians to utilize the rare opportunity so as to keep the flag flying.
He contended that music is a lucrative career, but requires talent and creativity to succeed. He also identified lack of sponsorship as one of the banes of the industry. The hip hop artiste, therefore, called on government and the private sector to support upcoming stars through sponsorship and regular shows.
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.’