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FG Backs N1.1bn Documentary Film On Nigeria
The Federal Government has thrown it’s weight behind the educational film and documentary on Nigeria. It was learnt that the film and documentary, Nigeria 1914 is an educational film of the story of how Nigeria was formed into a country.
The release of the film which has reached 40 percent is expected to coincide with Nigeria’s 60th anniversary in October 2020 Nollywood legends already cast in the movie include: Pete. Edochie, Joke. Silver Magaji miyinyawa,Asaba Madaki and Yemi Blaq
Others are Patience Ozorkwor,Bimbo Akintola and Nkem Owoh as well as casts from UK and France who are expected to come in
The Nigerian Tourism Development corporation (NTDC,) and the National Film and Video Censors Board (NFVCB) have endorsed the film which ground unveiling ceremony has been scheduled for 26th April 2020.
Speaking at the weekend, The Director, Research and Library Sciences NFVCB, Mr Ejike Joseph said the Agency is solidly behind the educational work which is aimed at protecting the country and strengthen the Bond of unity despite the numerous challenges. It is good we are part of this project since inception “he added
On his part the representative of the Director General of NTDC, chief Ody Anamba called for national support for the brain behind the project. He also stated that the agency will do everything possible to help market the project.
He also said that the agency will do everything possible to help market the project even beyond the country.
The Film which is inspired by the American Classic Movie, Roots and Australia according to the project director, interfora Initiative, Mr Akin Laniyi exposes the unknown truth about the count – Message truncated.
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.’
