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Celebration Galore As Go Round Community Visits Monarch
History was made recently in Emohua Kingdom, Rivers State, as the people of the area witnessed a rare celebration following the historic visit of Go Round Community Worldwide to the Paramount Ruler of Emohua Kingdom, Ohna, Sir Sergeant Awuse, Olo IV , Nneweli Emohua XII in his palace at Rumuche-Emohua.
Speaking at the well attended event, the founder and leader of the Go Round Community, Bro. Felix Obuah stated that the purpose of their visit was to give honour to whom honour is due and to felicitate with their political leader and mentor, over his divine emergence as the new first class traditional ruler of Emohua Clan.
Obuah, who was the former Chairman of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Rivers State, also noted that their visit was to commend Ohna Awuse for his selfless contributions to the peace and harmony in the community, which made their visit to the Kingdom possible.
The former Rivers State Waste Management Agency (RIWAMA) boss explained that Go Round Community is a universal association of people with like minds, who believe in oneness, peace, equity and justice as well as love for one another, which the present administration of Governor Nyesom Wike also upholds.
He lauded the Governor for the recognition the state government accorded Ohna Awuse as the new first class traditional ruler of Emohua Kingdom.
He described Awuse as a dogged fighter and one of the leading political gladiators in Nigeria.
Responding, Ohna Awuse, who could not conceal his joy for the unique visit, show of love, solidarity and goodwill towards him by the Go Round Community, said, “this is one of the happiest moments of my life, today is like the beginning of my reign. I expected a simple courtesy call and not this large crowd of well meaning people from within and outside the State and beyond for which l am highly grateful and honoured.
“Go Round Community has not only shown love and friendship towards me as a person, but to the entire good people of Emohua Community. This historic visit has revived the age long peaceful co-existence between the Ogba and Ikwerre ethnic nationalities of Rivers State”, he said.
According to Ohna Awuse, “Go Round Community is worthy of the name as their credo, Ibiri mey biri which literally means when you live, I live is an eloquent testimony of their love and oneness. I am indeed glad with your community of like minds. I am delighted that one of my sons is your member. I will encourage the rest to also join you”, he said.
The EMOLGA monarch disclosed that he was once a politician, but if people today say he is still a politician, he is comfortable with that. “Once a soldier, always a soldier. Our party, the PDP is a grassroot party, our governorship candidate in the 2023 election, Siminalayi Joseph Fubura is the Rivers State Governor in waiting. We thank Governor Nyesom Wike and the PDP leadership in the State for giving all the governorship aspirants a level playing field to contest, therefore, the emergence of Fubara is a divine mandate we shall all support him”,he declared.
Awuse further thanked Governor Wike for giving Rivers people the opportunity to reap the benefits of this present democratic dispensation in the State. “ Our Governor is a good man and God fearing, he planted this fruitful tree from which all of us are reaping today. We shall continue to pray for him and encourage him to do more, wherever he goes, there we shall all go”, he stated.
Also speaking, the Chairman of Emohua Local Government Area, Dr. Chidi Lloyd lauded Go Round Community for their visit which he said was a great honour to Ohna Awuse,and also commended Ohna Awuse for his humility and leadership qualities which has endeared him to the hearts of his large crowd of followers and has contributed to his increasingly amazing popularity in the State and beyond.
In his vote of thanks, the Deputy Speaker Rivers State House of Assembly, Rt. Hon. Edison Ehie expressed gratitude to God for the life of Ohna Awuse which he said has impacted positively in the lives of his ardent followers, while his legendary exploits in the PDP as a party remains a legacy for all to see.
He pleaded with the traditional ruler to carry everybody along in his administration to move the community forward, because to whom much is given much is also expected. Hon. Ehie also lauded Go Round Community for identifying with the new Emohua Monarch.
Highlights of the glamorous event which showcased the traditional heritage of Emohua Clan, also featured songs of praise by the Eagle Voices of the God Church seven days, Eagle Island Port Harcourt led by Pastor Douglas Iyama, gospel renditions by Ayala Classic Brass Bands of Bayelsa State, led by Gospel Okoroede and cultural displays led Udoeli Cultural Band of Emohua. Others include Giration by Melody Group of Emohua, wining, dining and dancing extravaganza and other side attractions.
The historic event was attended by a mammout crowd ,comprising of distinguished traditional personalities including Ohna Emohua, Emohua Council of Chiefs and Elders, Youths, Opinion Leaders, PDP faithfuls as well as friends and well wishes.
By:Jacob Obinna & Nancy Briggs
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.’
