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Kingdom Gospel Talents Hunt’s Grand Finale Holds ’Morrow
All is now set for a gospel jamboree as Kingdom Gospel talents hunt holds its grand finale on Saturday, 31st August 2013 at the Escape Centre, 119 Stadium Road, Port Harcourt. 12 contestants are expected to participate in the event.
According to the director, media and publicity of the organisation and ace comedian, Mr Ubi Emmanuel, a.k.a Rugged Pastor, the 12 contestants are those that were successful in the auditioning held at Emohua and Ikwerre Local Government Areas, while six will emerged as winners at the Grand Finale, three from each of the LGAs.
He disclosed that the winner from each of the LGAs would get a video audio recording deal from the organisation a keyboard, cash prize and appointed as ambassador of Kingdom Affairs International, while the second and third positions would get a keyboard, laptop and cash prize respectively. The other ‘contestants would also receive consolation prizes.
The director stated that dignitaries from all works of life, Gospel artists and ministers of God, showbiz personalities and entertainers are expected to grace the occasion. Among those to perform at the event are: Olankoda O’Square of Ray Power, Skalawi, The “Nothing Pass God” crooner, Waju of “Holy Gost Fire” fame, De Smart, “My Pickin You No Go Drink Small Stout,” singers as well as Jako and judo.
The comedians include: K.O. Baba, Niger Mumu, Evangelist Open teeth, Adviser, Prophet etc.
He said the event was sponsored by Lady Christabel George-Didia of Kingdom Affairs TV presenter and founder Kingdom Affairs International, a non-Governmental Organisation (NGO) aimed at winning souls for Christ, empowering the youths and discovering gospel talents.
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.’