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‘Gospel Music, Critical To Evangelism’
A Pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Prince Borloo has described gospel music ministry as critical to evangelism and encouraged youths to use their creative talents for the service of God and humanity.
Prince Borloo, who is the Area Pastor in charge of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Peters Boat,Ibeto road, Port Harcourt said the music ministry was not only pivotal to evangelism but also provides opportunities to develop full career as gospel artists.
Speaking to newsmen shortly after a thanksgiving service held at the Church auditorium, the Man of God said, “God delights in praises and praises brings deliverance, healing, soul winning and uncommon break through in difficult situation”, noting that the only worthwhile thing for a child of God to do was to elevate his name through the music ministry.
Drawing from a biblical point of view, he said David as a minister of God and a King used the music ministry to earn the heart of God, noting that same opportunity existed to attract divine blessings through the use of musical talents.
Prince Borloo who is also a renowned gospel artist with several albums to his credit said he was grateful to God for his ordination as a full pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and urged christians to remain steadfast in their adversities and other challenges as challenges were the “raw materials for the promotion and elevation of the children of God”
Prince Borloo also emphasized the need to strengthen the music department of all churches as a basis of promoting the objectives of praises which is cardinal to Christianity.
He urged the youths to eschew violence and other anti social behaviours and become ambassadors of Christ to be useful in life.
In his homily, the guest speaker, Pastor Sunny James admonished christians to put their trust in God as divine providence was the only sustainable source of human needs and protection. He congratulated the celebrant over his ordination as a full pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God and wished him well in his service in the Lord’s vineyard.
In his remark, a former chairman of Khana LGA, Hon Gordon To we described the celebrant as a man of multiple talents who has not hesitated to use his talents for the service of God and humanity.
By: Taneh Beemene
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.’
