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New Ikwerre Cultural Movie, ‘Rumuokani’ Hits Market
Rumuokani, an in-depth movie on Ikwerre cultural heritage is now in the market. The movie is produced by a seasoned Port Harcourt-based film maker, Mr. Bobby Ogoloma and directed by Mr. Ukah.
The movie which also features wrestling competition is centered on sale of land. Synopsis: Some group of elders decided to sell land to a Whiteman to get his money which bears a queen’s head, but one of the chiefs of the community opposed the idea and the elders murdered him to enable them achieve their aim.
Unfortunately, they did not succeed because of the controversies that ensued as a result of the killing of the chief. The movie was shot at Igbo-Etche, Ovogo and Elibrada sand field in Emohua Local Government Area (EMOLGA), Rivers State.
Speaking on the movie, Elder Morrison Kalio Okike, who played the role of an Elder in the movie, said ‘Rumuokani’ is an in-depth movie because the producer went deep into the Ikwerre culture right from the ancient days to show the world the cultural heritage of the Ikwerre man, what we have and what we can do with them.
The Akabuka, ONELGA-born actor who has featured in various Nollywood movies such as ‘Crime Forces,’ ‘Snake ladies’etc has also produced a film titled ‘Teens Generation’ which talks about teenagers in the country. He noted that acting in Nigeria is very tasking, but rewarding.
He disclosed that apart from ‘Rumuokani’ there are other Ikwerre movies in the market such as African Wrestling in Ikwerre kingdom which was shot at Ovogo one of the communities in Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State.
The seasoned actor noted that Rivers State parades the best actors and actresses in Nollywood as well as producers and directors, but we lack sponsorship which has made it difficult to compete favourably with their counterparts in Asaba and Enugu. He therefore appealed to the State Government and the private sector to come to their aid.
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.’