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Rita Dominic Emerges Silver Bird Personality Of The Week
Rita Uchenna Nkem
Waturuocha is a Nollywood actress. She is a winner in the category of Best Actress in a leading role African Movie Academy Awards (AMAA 2012).
She belongs to the royal Waturuocha family of Aboh Mbaise region. The youngest child, she grew up in the family of health workers.
Her mother worked as a nurse and father was a doctor.
Rita studied at the elitist Federal Government College in Nigeria prior to entering the University of Port Harcourt. In 1999, she completed her studies and bagged with a Bachelor’s degree in Theatre Arts.
From childhood, Rita knew, what she wanted to dedicate life to. Before becoming a famous actress, Rita played prominent roles at school.
Also, she gained experience during children’s television shows in Imo State. In 1998, Rita made her debut in the movie titled; “A Time To Kill”.
Dominic considered to be the most outstanding actress by the City People Awards, 2004 has tried her hand in more than 100 Nollywood films.
Her latest accolade is emerging the Best Actress in GIAMA 2014, for her performance in Frank Rajah’s upcoming epic tale; ‘Iyore’. The third edition of the Golden Icons Academy Movie Awards was held in Houston Texas on October 25,2014.
‘Iyore’ means “The Return: A Life After Life”. It is based on the history and the culture of the people of Benin, Nigeria. It explores a tragic love story centered on the rich culture of pre-colonial Benin through to the present day of Benin while exploring the supernatural ideas of reincarnation. It was shot in Nigeria, and stars Rita Dominic, Joseph Benjamin, Okawa Shaznay, Paul Obasele, Yemi Blaq and Bukky Wright among others.
Rita Dominic emerged the Silverbird Personality of the week due to her contributions in the growth of the Nigerian movie industry.
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.’