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Fun Galore As Orada Celebrates 10 Years Of Excellence
It was fun galore recently as
Orada International School Ozuoba in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State celebrated her 10th anniversary of academic excellence under the distinguished Chairmanship of the Honourable Commissioner for Works Rivers State, Engr Ken K. Nwachukwu.
The event which took place at the school premises on Saturday 19th December 2015 featured cultural display, drama presentation, poem rendition, unveiling of the school magazine, cutting of the anniversary cake, merit awards and other side attractions.
In his address at the occasion, the Chairman, Engr. Nwachukwu emphasised the importance of education in society and urged parents and guardians to invest in the academic pursuit of their children and wards as future leaders of our great country Nigeria. He also charged them to discourage their children from engaging in cult related activities and other social vices inimical to the development of the country.
The chairman commended the proprietor of the school, Mr Vincent Ichella, for setting academic and moral standards among the pupils which he said are worthy of emulation. He also assured him of his commitment in ensuring that the standard is maintained.
Also speaking, the Special Guest of Honour and Director, Cabinet Office Rivers State, Mr Hamilton Amadi lauded the proprietor for his commitment towards the promotion of education in Obio/Akpor communities.
He stressed that the singular effort of the proprietor has led to the educational rejuvenation among the people of the area and urged parents to make use of the opportunity to improve on the educational potentials of their children and wards.
Earlier in his welcome address, the proprietor of the school, Mr Vincent Ichella, said that the vision of the school is to bring up functional citizens of the global world through knowledge which is their stock in trade, to provide the most outstanding citadel of learning and to provide quality and affordable education, while the mission is providing excellent academic service using competent and dedicated management and staff as well as to provide quality and affordable education to all and sundry.
According to him, the motto of the school which is “Catch the World with Knowledge” is the driving force that has led to the achievement of academic excellence within the 10 years of its existence. We disclosed that the school was started with N12,000 (Twelve thousand) and one classroom block, but today it boast of modern structures well equipped science laboratories, and other facilities that provide conducive environment for teaching work the school also engages in extra curricular activities such as sports, cultural dances, drama and choreography among others in order to equip the students academically, physically and morally.
He appealed to the state government and private organisations to partner with the school in a bid to surmount their financial challenges.
The high points of the event merit awards to deserving recipients among whom were.
Rivers State Government for Work, Engr. K. K. Nwachukwu, Sir (Hon) Michael Okechukwu Chinda, Pastor Paulinus Nsirim, Pastor Kingsley Wordu, Elder Linus Ibekwe, Prince Hulikins Daniel and Innocent Wordu 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.’