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P-Square May Separate Due To Fracas
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rently making waves in the entertainment industry has it that the twin brothers Peter and Paul Okoye who have worked together as a singing cum dancing duo for close to two decades might be going their separate ways following an alleged series of fracas.
According to our soruce, the brothers got into serious fight on Wednesday April 16, 2014 which left one of them slightly injured. It further stated that the relationship between the brothers had deteriorated to a point where they are considering splitting their assets as they plan to go their separate ways.
It was gathered that apart from the inauguration ball of the new Anambra State Governor, Chief Willie Obiano which the two attended and performaed in March 17th 2014 in Awka, they have turned down a few appointments.
Those in the know, say it was the feud that drove them out of this year’s star trek organised by Nigerian Breweries Plc, they were even invited to perform at President Jonathan’s daughters wedding, but they did not go.
The Tide entertainment also learnt that the recent brouhala rocking the camp may have little or nothing to do with their wives as insiders explain the war within as a climax of their rivalry since they were kids and there is no song or album they have made that they have not had quarrels.
According to our source, the duo almost never agree whether it is on choice or songs to release, costume concept or dance routine.
Our source also disclosed that the brothers are really angry at each other and want to share every thing they owned together. It was gathered that a lawyer was said to have visited them penultimate week to commence sharing of their assets. Peter P-Square joint ventures is expected to be shared.
P Square own everything together including a house in Omole, park view and Atlanta in the United States of America.
Since dropping their debut album in 2003, the Pop duo have been known for releasing albums every two year interval. They debuted in 2003 with the album ‘Lastnite’, released their second album, “Get Squared in 2005, dropped the very successful ‘game over’ in 2007, Danger 2009 and ‘invasion ‘ 2011.
Peter the better dancer of the two sings less while Paul the better singer dances less, their last video ‘Alingo’ and ‘personally’ explains this best. They did not keep up to their record as a sixth P-Square drop. It was gathered that the duo have drifted apart and fatigue has set in.
It seems the brand P-Square is dying a natural death after a successful 10 years run with millions of dollars in their accounts, awards on their shelves, many industry watchers say given it a rest might not be a bad idea, what is hard to explain is the method of their separation.
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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.’