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Rivers Marks Golden Jubilee Logo Unveiling With Praise Songs
A 50-member Glorious Elders Chair of Rivers State, made up of prominent citizens were among others that rendered melodious Christian songs at the unveiling ceremony of the Rivers State Golden Jubilee Logo.
The ceremony which took place at the Obi Wali International Conference Hall, Port Harcourt on Thursday has the former Minister for Transport, Dr Abiye Sekibo as one of the elders that rendered the song “count your blessings”, taken from the hymn of sacred songs and solo (SS&S 745).
As they rendered the song, a message was sent to the numerous audience that as Christians, gratitude should be a life attitude as they could the innumerable blessing of Rivers State as it clocks 50 years, even as they thank him and count his blessings in the years ahead.
Also performing, a physically challenge on wheel chair, Mrs IB Osuamkpe and The Sound Doctrine gave a solo rendition of “Give thanks,” and the entire audience joined her and sang the song.
Our correspondent reports that the melodious voice of Mrs Osuamkpe also sent a message to the people of Rivers State that they should always give thanks to God, the Holy one for his numerous blessings that could not be counted.
In their own rendition, 50 youths White ‘etibo’ and black trousers also thrilled the crowd with their songs “my hope is built on nothing less”, depicting that the foundation on which the state was laid is Jesus Christ, therefore though storms and gales blow, it will stand firm and secured.
Another group of 50 youths that also entertained the mammoth crowd were the students of Trinitates International Secondary School, Port Harcourt, with their song, “Higher ground: I’m pressing on the up ward way”.
The song assured and inspired the people of Rivers State to word assiduously to bring the state to a much higher ground, as they pres on towards the goals to win the prize for God has called the Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike heavenward in Christ Jesus as was written in the Holy book of Phillippians Chapter 3 verse 14.
As if that was not enough, fire works also added colour and glamour to the epoch making occasion, as it illuminated the podium before the governor’s remarks and unveiling of the Golden Jubilee Logo.
Meanwhile, the chairman, Golden Jubilee Committee, Chief Ferdenand Alabraba has assured that the celebration will feature funfares and exibition of Rivers heritage.
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.’