Entertainment
Entertainment Centres In PH Set For Independence Celebration
As the 53rd indepen
dence anniversary of Nigeria, the giant of Africa comes up on 1st October 2013, show biz personalities have put up special events at some of the entertainment centres in Port Harcourt to celebrate it in a very big way.
Our investigations reveal that there would be a special show by the Krikata master himself, Emmanuel Amachree, aka Oba Omega featuring the Krikata and soccer dancers as well as other guest artistes at the Boomerang nite club, Rumuogba (old Aba Road)
Another special show is billed to take place at the Royal Afrigue nite club Rumuekini as well as their branch at Rumuokurushi along the Port Harcourt/Aba Express Road Port Harcourt.
According to the club Manager, Prince Victor Ifeanyi Mini, Tuesdays is not one of their club nights, but since this year’s anniversary celebration falls on a Tuesday, efforts have been made to organise a special show that day for people to come, wine, dine, dance and relax themselves because a strong and united Nigeria at 53 calls for big celebration, irrespective of the hard economy and poor living conditions.
He disclosed that the special event will feature strip dancing, comedy shows professional dancers and other side attractions. The manager called on fun seekers to come and take advantage of the special package in a quiet environment that boasts of comfort and relaxation.
Other entertainment outlet in the city include: Mr. D’ Plaza, D-Line Devang nite club, Rumuigbo, Raza hotels Rumuaholu, Illusions (Orazi) Blue Elephant, GRA, Cassablanca, GRA, Mr. Sweet Aba Road, Hotel Presidential etc.
There are also special independence shows this weekend at Everrich Choba, Gokin Nable Hotels, Ogbakiri junction along the East West Road, Port Harcourt, as well as Artrum event centre, Stadium road Port Harcourt where Daniel D’ Hamaerus and his colleagues in the comedy world would hold sway on the 29th September.
Apart from these entertainment hangouts, operators of drinking joints, Eateries and fast food sellers are also warming up for the great celebrations as they usually smile to the banks after such big occasions, due to the high patronage from the public.
The cinema houses such as Silverbird Cinemas located at the former Obi-Wali Cultural Centre, along Abonnama Whart road, Port Harcourt and Genesis Delux Cinemas located at Tombia Street, GRA, Port Harcourt, are not left out as they have lined up special hit movies to entertain viewers as well as other side attractions.
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.’