Entertainment
Resort Centre Boosts Tourism In Eleme

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The tourism sector in Eleme Local Government Area has received an unprecedented boost following the establishment of the Lizpa resort centre to cater for the needs of tourist, residents of the cosmopolitan town that host the Eleme Petrochemical Company and other multinational and Allied companies as well as indigenes.
The resort centre which is under the flagship of the Chief (Engr.) Paul Obelley group is situated at a choice area of the city close to the Local Government Council Secretariat as well as the police headquarter in Eleme to ensure easy access of visitors to the centre as well as protection of lives and properties of the guests.
Speaking with the Tide Entertainment recently the project manager, Arch Emmanuel Adole disclosed that the idea of establishing the resort centre is to provide an alternative venue for people to relax enjoy themselves, eat good and hygienic food and interact among themselves as well as other benefits the centre offers. He said the investment is aimed at developing the community instead of investing outside because they say charity begins at home.
The project manager also noted that the concept of the resort centre is to serve as a home away from home and offers different standard facilities at affordable costs to the delight of tourists as well as to serve as a haven for children and other categories of fun seekers.
According to him, the Afrocentic aspect of the resort centre talk about the cultural heritage of the Eleme people and to modernise it to a global market not only for the local populace but the international community. It is also aimed at showcasing the traditional beliefs, ethics, traditional structures, edifices, relics e.t.c which are the black heritage and pride of every African person.
The university of Jos trained architect and best corper in Rivers State 2003/2004 session enumerated some of the standard facilities in the center which include indoor games, children’s game hall, restaurant services, Continental/African dishes, lawn tennis court, A Gym, Cinema hall, karate kids clinic, exclusive lounge, bush bar, swimming pool, amusement park, conference hall, live band, administrative building, crèche, water fountain, parking space for 300 to 400 cars as well as 500KVA generator and 200 capacity hall among others.
He explained that the 2000 capacity hall will be used as the venue for the forthcoming Miss Eleme cultural/beauty pageant worldwide, and other events in the LGA. He stated that all these are geared towards developing the tourism sector in the LGA, generate revenue for the government and employment for youths.
Entertainment
Valentine’s Day: Streaming Of Heartbreak Songs Increased Massively-Spotify
Spotify yesterday revealed a significant surge in heartbreak song streams in Nigeria during the Valentine’s Day season, with a 626 percent increase between 2022 and 2024.
This was disclosed in a statement issued in Lagos, Nigeria by Spotify’s Head of Music, Sub-Saharan Africa Phiona Okumu.
Okumu said, “Spotify data reveals a surprising trend, a massive surge in heartbreak song streams.
“Nigerians are turning to their playlists to express their emotions, with a staggering 626 per cent overall growth in heartbreak streams from 2022 to 2024.
“This Valentine, the sound of love is accompanied by the sound of heartbreak, and the data shows it’s louder than ever before.”
She said on Valentine’s Day, most surprisingly, male listeners streamed heartbreak songs at a significantly higher rate than female listeners, with a 362 per cent increase compared to 169 per cent among women.
“This could suggest that men resonate with the feeling of heartbreak more and turn to music as a private outlet for processing emotions.
“Whatever the reason, one thing is clear, when love is in the air, so is heartbreak and Nigerian men are pressing play on their pain more than expected.
“While Valentine’s Day is often celebrated with grand gestures, heartbreak is a common theme on Valentine’s Day -more than what’s publicly shown,” she said.
Nigerians will join their counterparts across the world to mark the 2025 Valentine’s today.
Entertainment
Tems Becomes Co-owner Of MLS Club
Grammy-winning Nigerian singer Temilade Openiyi, popularly known as Tems, has joined MLS side San Diego FC’s ownership group as a club partner.
SDFC announced today that Tems joined the ownership group through her company, The Leading Vibe.
In the process, Tems became the first African woman to be involved in MLS ownership.
“We are delighted that Tems has joined San Diego FC as a club partner,” SDFC chairman Sir Mohamed Mansour said in a statement.
“Tems is a globally significant artist who will help us reach new audiences and spread the word about our unique project, which, of course, has its foundations in sub-Saharan Africa through the unique Right to Dream organisation.”
Reacting to her addition as the latest partner in SDFC’s ownership group, the singer said: “I am thrilled to join San Diego FC’s ownership group and to be part of a club that celebrates creativity, culture, and the power of community.
“Football has a unique way of bringing people together, and I am excited to help build something special in San Diego, a city that thrives on diversity and innovation.”
Entertainment
Toyin Lawani Cries Out Over Side Effects Of Epidural
Fashion and beauty entrepreneur, Toyin Lawani, has claimed she is enduring back pain and that her spine is degenerating.
Lawani revealed this in a video posted on social media last Tuesday.
In the clip, she opened up about her experience with epidural anesthesia, an injection administered to pregnant women in the spine to reduce pain during childbirth.
The mother of three claimed that since receiving the injection, she has not felt like herself.
She accused doctors of not fully informing women about the long-term side effects of epidurals.
According to Lawani, she received the anesthetic injection during the birth of her last two children.
She said, “When you hear ‘epidural,’ run. Doctors tell you about the side effects but do not tell you about the long-term effects on your body. I have about three friends having the same issues that I am having.
“Like, I am just 42, how did I end up with spine issues? I have a degenerating spine. I have implants in my spine. I go paralyzed. I can’t stand for a long time. I can’t even breathe properly sometimes because it affected so many things in my body when I had the surgery.
“They will not tell you because you just want the pain to go away. I have had two epidurals. I had my first as natural birth. The last two were epidural. The last one I had epidural because I had to undergo a surgery and I had no choice.
“See, the pain does not stop. My back is killing me and my spine is degenerating.”
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