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Entertainers Storm Rugged Pastor’s Comedy Video Launch
Port Harcourt-based
entertainers were at their best elements at the launching of Rugged Pastor’s Comedy Video titled, “Laugh Zone”, which took place last Sunday, 14th June 2015 at Omas Cottage, Sani Abacha Road, GRA Phase 3, Port Harcourt.
The event witnessed the parade of who is who in the comedy and music clan in the state. Among the comedians who performed at the event were: Evangelist Open Teeth, Olalekan Da O-Square, New J. City, Induz, Skalawe and The Wazobia FM crew namely Akas Baba, Omo Talk and Honest Akpos, as well as O. C. Niggi, Easy Blaze among others.
The artistes included uprising gospel artiste, Pastor Denji, BMG, O. C. Minarch, the Worolo Crooner Mixxy etc, while other guests that graced the occasion were Ken Osula (CNTV), Hon. King Didia, Sunday Wandikom, Rev (Dr) and Mrs John Ezekwu, Dr. Amadi of Mavic Clinic and Mr Gabby David (Access Bank).
Others were Elder Chinedu Tasie, Hon Bright Okonwa, Comrade Chiwendu Orduwa, Sir and Lady Chilam Dimk-pa, CEO Unity Oil, Mr Frank Orlu, Mr Orlu Chukwu etc.
In his vote of thanks, Mr Emmanuel Ubi, popularly known as Rugged Pastor, thanked his colleagues in the entertainment industry for identifying with him in the historic event as well as other guests whose efforts led to the success of the event.
According to the fast rising comedian, the attendance was a morale booster. The Ikwerre, Rivers State-born comedian disclosed that he would like to be a pastor for real if he receives the divine call to work in the Lord’s Vine Yard.
Rugged Pastor, who was nominated as one of the fastest rising comedians in Niger Delta by organisers of the Niger Delta Advancement Award called for the recognition and appreciation of the indigenous entertainers as they contribute immensely to the growth of the entertainment industry in the state as well as the economic development of the state.
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.’