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Ex-RSNC GM Celebrates Son’s Wedding
A former General
Manager of the Rivers State Newspaper Corporation (RSNC), publishers of The Tide Newspapers, Mr Amabipi Martins was indeed a happy man as his son, Bestman Amabipi Martins, took former Miss Gift Asikiye Jocob, to the altar on Saturday, July 23rd, 2016.
Amabipi could not hide his feelings during the reception ceremony held at Chrisolik Hotels along Peter Odili Road, Port Harcourt, when D. J. De-Wise rolled out some tantalizing vibes during the bridal dance.
Other dignitaries who showcased their dancing skills were the Chief Whip of the Rivers State House of Assembly and member representing Ogu/Bolo Constituency, Hon Evans Bapakaye Bipi, who was also the chairman of the occasion, the Caretaker Committee Chairman of Ogu/Bolo Local Government Area, Hon Titus Wakama, among others.
During the solemnisation service at St John’s Anglican Church, Abuloma, Port Harcourt, the officiating Minister, Revd. Canon Mina Aprioku, charged the couple to love themselves and endure the travails of matrimony as good Christains. He also urged them to love themselves always as husband and wife.
The man of God admonished them that God created the man and the woman and enjoined them to live as one, stressing that they should cherish the vow they have made by not looking outside for someone else.
In his vote of thanks, the groom, Bestman Amabipi Martins on behalf of his wife thanked all for making the day a huge success as well as thanked God for making it possible, praying for his divine blessings to be with them.
Collins Barasimeye
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.’