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Evangelist Set For Dedut Album Launch In PH
Rivers State born gospel artiste, Evangerlist Joy Anele is set to launch his debut album titled ‘Ezi Chineke Onye Oma’ which literally means our good God. The song praises God and his goodness to mankind.
The gospel artiste who spoke with our entertainment correspondent noted that the seven track album which will be launched next month is inspired by God to show case his wonderful works on Earth and to encourage humanity to worship him physically and spiritually.
She disclosed that she had never sang before in her life, but was surprised when God revealed to her that the time has come for her to sing his praise and glorify his good works and the same God gave her the voice and what to sing about.
The evangelist said since she took up the challenge she had received positive commendations from the public, stressing that though, she had got some challenges right from when she started singing to the point of waxing an album, God had remained faithful and crowned her efforts with success.
According to her, most gospel artistes rise and fall because of lack of Inspiration from God and called on gospel artistes not to use the word of God in vain because the punishment will be too severe to bear.
The ogbakiri born evangelist called on Christian musicians to glorify God with their songs and should not use it for personal aggrandizement which is the root of all evil.
She disclosed that the album will be launched on April 3rd at community primary school Owhipa with guest artistes in attendance including the chairman of the occasion chief Gift Worukwo, managing director Gifcon Nigeria Limited and chief Ejikeme marcus, the paramount ruler of Rumuchiakara, Choba in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area as the Royal father of the day.
Others include Livinus Agbovu, Auditor Ministry of Education and Chief Marcus, board member primary schools education board Port Harcourt among other dignitaries.
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.’