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Andoni Unity Carnival Kicks Off With Carol Of Nine Lessons
The long awaited Andoni unity festival and carnival has kicked off with the carol of nine lessons held recently at Ngo town, amidst enthusiasm, excitement and funfair. The historic event which comes on the heels of ancient town was conceived by the Andoni council Chairman, Erastus Charles Awortu, Esq.
In his remark at the event, the council boss described the event as a unifying factor and a consolidation of the gains made by his administration in the areas of peace and security. He stressed that the unity carnival was also borne out of the need to showcase the hidden tourism potential of Andoni to the world with a view to attract potential investors and grow the local economy for the sustainable development of Andoni.
The chairman therefore, called on tourists, promoters of tourism as well as investors to visit Andoni to have a mesmerising experience with the rich wildlife and Atlantic Coast of Andoni that is akin to the most attractive tourist destinations of the world.
Awortu disclosed that on the 30th of December, 2021 the boat Regatta would be held, to be followed by the subsequent events on the 3rd, 4th and climax on the 5th of January 2022 as he assured visitors to the town of a swell time. He called on all sons and daughters of Andoni, regardless of party affiliations and difference to join hands with his administration in the development of Andoni as governance is a collective responsibility.
The Andoni local government boss commended the executive Governor of Rivers State, Chief (Barr) Nyesom Wike, for his sustained support towards the advancement of the cause of Andoni, thereby making the area liveable and prosperous. He also expressed gratitude to the Rivers State Commissioner of Police, Mr Friday Eboka and other security operatives in the state and Andoni local government for being instrumental to the prevailing peace and stability in Andoni.
The council boss, in the same vein lauded the Andoni Council of Traditional Rulers and the Chairman of Andoni Traditional Rulers Council, the Okaan-Ama of Ngo, HRM, King (Dr) Aaron Miller, Ikuru (VII) for their contributions and support in moving Andoni forward to the next level of peace and development under his watch.
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My Relationship With Davido Beyond Money, Gossip -Cubana Chief Priest
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.
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Simi Joins Kenya’s Anti-Tax Protests
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.”
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Davido, Zlatan, Others In Attendance At Asake’s Atlanta Concert
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.’