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Legendary Composer Celebrates Centenary Birthday
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endary composer of native music in Ikwerre language, Pa Theophilous Sunday Chukwunda, who celebrated his centenary birthday at his home town of Oduoha, Emohua in Emouha local government area of Rivers State, has attributed the secret of his longevity to his love for the arts and respect for human dignity.
The sage, who celebrated his 100 years on earth amidst cheers from well wishers at his native town of Oduoha, recalled his days, when he used his vocal prowess to illuminate the hearts of his people through a special brand of music called, “Oregbu”, which enhanced communal bond through native wits and sarcasm.
The centenarian, who is known to be the older man in his community said he thrilled his people as an expert xylophonist and earned the love of his people through the mastery of the arts and depth of native wits.
Asked how he succeeded as a polygamist with four wives at his beck and call, he said, he allowed his wives free hand and “never pried on their personal lives.” He advised young ones to always be peace loving and respect societal norms to live long.
Pa Chukunda is also renowned to be the first man in his community to venture into the hospitality industry, a business which he said earned him fame and popularity in the community. The sage also attributed his longevity to his devout life as a Christian , which he said made him operate on the “principles of justice and selfless service to humanity,” adding that his greatest spice in life is his love for palmwine. Speaking to Entertainment The Tide, one of the son’s of the celebrant, Pham. Godson Chukunda, described the event as a grand celebration of hardwork and commitment to human service.
He described the celebrant as a model adding that the contributions of his father to humanity will remain indelible.
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.’