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Rivers Indigene Wins Miss Teen Beauty Pageant In Egypt
Rivers State has not been in the world map or mentioned recently in terms of beauty pageant contest both national and Internationally.
That does not mean the State no longer have beautiful young ladies or teens but it was the fact that most of them are shying away occasioned by lack of sponsorship and self confidence to contest in beauty pageant contests.
It is worthy to note that Miss Sokari Ibunimi West, age 16, an indigene of Bille town in Degema Local Government Area in Rivers State, Nigeria has continuously made the country proud by representing Nigeria in some beauty pageant contests recently, she represented the country in Egypt at the Eco Teen International Beauty Contest and won the Miss Eco Teen continental 2023.
This was after she contested for Miss Damsel Nigeria (LMDN) in 2020 but didn’t win.
The win no doubt was not only for Rivers State and her community but for the entire nation hence the flag of Nigeria was hoisted at far away Egypt. This success story was like a dream come through for Miss West.
According to her, she was excited when they announced her name as one of the winners. She dedicated her win to God, saying that without Him she cannot achieve this feat.
” Even though I know I have the potentials to make my country ( Nigeria) proud but first I have to give thanks to God Almighty for making it possible for me.
I also want to say that my success story would not be complete without mentioning my mother because she is my role model, she taught me to be positive at all times. She told me I should have determination and work hard, apart from that honestly my ‘Mum’ was really supportive, all these are things that inspired me a lot.
” I equally want to say that my success would not have been totally completed without Ayotamuno Peace Okorite, the CEO of Pelma Fashion House who designed all my outings in the contest. I must say that Pelma Fashion House is one the best in Nigeria because of their sense of creativity in terms of fashion and designing”, Miss West said.
The beauty queen, explained that her vision was to foster peace and unity in various communities in the State and assist the less privileged people, as she strive to continually make her country proud.
” My vision was to prevent Nigeria environmental hazards through enlightenment campaigns, workshops and seminars. Apart from that I will also foster peace and unity in various towns and communities.
“I will challenge myself and grow in confidence and to use every platform given to me to create awareness about the importance of preserving nature and make connections within and outside the industry. I will use the opportunity to make new friends, have fun and represent my culture as a proud daughter of Bille Kingdom”, she added.
She further revealed that her ambition was also to establish a Foundation which aim and objective will be prevention of environmental pollution and also establish Eco club for kids.
Miss West use the opportunity to correct the wrong perceptions conceived by some people that beauty pageants are sex mongers and promoters. She said beauty contest was to showcase the outer beauty, exhibition of talents, intelligence and qualities of a person.
“Beauty pageants are not sex promoters, that was a real misconception by some persons. It is like stating the obvious that beauty pageants promote peace and unity in their location , most times they establish Non Governmental Organizations (NGOs) to empower youths.
” I advice beauty queens to use the platform given to them to canvas for positive changes in their environment through rubost enlightenment campaigns and seminars to eradicate social vices. I further urge them to utilised the platform judiciously” she stated.
By: Tonye Orabere
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.’
