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Zebrudaya, RMD, Others For New GLO Campaign
Legendary Chika Okpala
popularly known as Chief Zebrudaya Alias-4:30 and his Television Wife Lizzy Eveome Alias Ovuleria of the new Masquerade series are among top Nigerian artistes recently signed to feature in a new campaign by Globacom.
The new theme campaign “GO- Ahead” depicts the essence of the network and also communicate the dynamism of its services in voice, data and fixed lines. Others include Delta State, and Nollywood A-List actor Richard Mofe Damijo (RMD), Sunday Omotolanle Aka Aluwe Bolaji Amasa aka Mr Latin and Madam Ibidun Allison aka Amebo in the rested Television series village Headmaster.
Also in the list is Madam Kofo-Abiola who is popularly known for her sky scrapper head gears, Saheed Mohammed (Funky Mallam) Morocco Maduka, Charles Awununu mad Victor Osuagwu. The list also includes Wasiu Alabi Pasama, former Super Eagle’s Sticker, Daniel Omokachi and King of Galala Beats Daddy Showkey.
Those designated as brand Ambassadors include the chief Executive officer of Ovation Magazine, Dele Momodu, John Okafor (Mr Ibu) Bishop Ime (Okon Lagos) both comics in the Nigerian Theatre Industry, Chinwetala Agwu, a veteral Nollywood actor and comedienne and Television presenter, Helen Paul etc.
The 34 celebrities are vested with the responsibility of positively motivating their followers from all strata of life not only to join the Globacom network, but to recommend its products and services to others in their circles of influence.
To connect the network to the evergreen entertainment stars who are still savvy on the buttons are King Sunny Ade and Sir Victor Olaiya, both worried renowned Masters in juju music and Highlife, respectively.
The stars who have been appearing in television commercials, on bill boards lamp posts and fliers of the network will compliment the efforts of existing ambassadors including Bisade Ologunde (Lagbaja) Bezhiwa Idakula (Bez), Bright Okpocha (Basket Mouth), Jude Abaga (MI) Wande Coal, Chinedu Okolie Peter and Paul Okoye (P-Square) Waje Iruobe, Omawumi Megbele, Funke Akindele (Jennifer) Chukie Edozien (Lynxx), Sammy Okposo and Ego Ogbare.
The ‘GO-Ahead’ campaign encourages subscribers to believe in themselves and the uniqueness of their talents dreams and goals.
Cross section of contestants for the Native Vogue Port Harcourt International Fashion Week 2014
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.’