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Forbes Recognises Top Nigerian Entertainers
International business magazine Forbes has recognised a number of Nigerian entertainers in it’s recently released list of 100 innovations, inventions and icons from Africa.
The list which was made available on the official website of the publication was curated as a way of celebrating those very ideas, inventions and influential role models that have spelt Africa’s growth over the last decade.
Top celebrities in Nigeria entertainment industry such as Davido, Wizkid, Burna Boy and Mr Eazi all snagged a spot in the selection celebrating African icons.
Other worthy mentions from the entertainment industry who were also recognised included actress Funke Akindele Bello, Genevieve Nnaji and Omotola Jalade Ekeinde.
Similarly, popular celebrity stylist Swanky Jerry was also featured in the same section as entertainers. Also recognised for her effort in moving the African continent forward is the recently elected Director General of World Trade organization (WTO), Dr. Okonjo Iwela. The list did not fail to recognise the efforts of Nigeria author, Chimamanda Ngozi Adiche.
Africans from other countries who were featured in the list include South African comedian, Trevor Noah, former US President, Barack Obama, Oscar Award winning actress Lupita Nyongo among others.
In another entertainment related news, it was gathered that Grammy winning singer Burna Boy maybe on his way to bagging another international music award. The Twice As Tall singer was nominated in the international male solo Artist category at the 2021 BRIT awards. Burna Boy was nominated alongside Daniel Glover among others.
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.’
