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Nollywood Movies’ Review
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Nollywod movies have turned out to be viewers’ delight. The Tide Entertainment reviews some of the block buster flicks of all times.
(1) – hidden Hunger
Majid Michel, Eve Esien, Beverly Naya, Benjamin Touitou and others made this 2015 movie a must watch.
In this movie, a man decides to throw a birthday bash for his girl friend. In the process the birthday bash turned sour after a gang of amateur robbers took over the event.
You need to watch Port Harcourt born ace comedian, Julius Agwu who plays one of the robbers in this new movie showcase his talent, be sure to crack your ribs when his comedic prowess – comes to play.
Other casts in the movie include, Yul Edochie, Bellinda Effah, Jude Orhora, Morris – Sesay etc.
(2) Mike Ezuruonye Goes Back to School
Ace Nollywood actor Mike Ezuruonye is back in school after many years away from the classroom. The script interpreter was forced back to school in a forth coming flick.
He was spotted rocking a school uniform in the movie titled “FIRST CLASS”. He is not the first actor to be playing this type of role in a Nigerian movie as the likes of Chioma Chukwuka and Mercy Johnson have equally done so in similar movies.
In his latest post on instagram, the proud father of one hinted that he is finally done with the movie and the embarrassment was just too much. “I am done”, he wrote.
Mike worked as a banker prior to becoming an actor. He has featured in several Nollywood movies. He is married to Nkechi Nnorom and has a son he named Roynold Nkembuchim Ezuruonye.
(3) Mr Ibu In London
After being left out in the cold without a home, John Okafor popularly known as “Mr Ibu was taken home by a friend whom he had saved from dying 15 years earlier.
His “Messiah” friend is married to a white woman who naturally does not need an intruder in her home, but later agreed to have him around.
One day, while Mr. Ibu was washing dishes, his friend’s wife gave him a friendly pat on the back and Ibu took it for a love advance. He initiated her touching him a second time and the thought of her dumping his friend for him came up.
Despite being scared of “fishing hook” on her lip, Mr. Ibu gets at every touch of hers. Meanwhile, before his going to London, Mr. Ibu was a poorly paid security guard who is incessantly mocked.
He hides inside a cargo container and finds himself homeless in the streets of London until surprisingly an old friend comes to his aid.
Mr Ibu in London features John Okafor (Mr Ibu), Charles Okocha, Nkiru Ughanze, Ishola Oshun, Rita Johnson and, others although this is not a current movie in Nollywood its popular demand by movie buffs has made the review necessary.
meanwhile, “Surviror” has emerged Silverbird Cinema’s movie of the week. This action, crime and thriller movie, stars Adam Sandler, Kevin James and Michelle Monaghan etc.
It is about a foreign service officer in London who tries to prevent a terrorist attack set to hit New York, but is forced to go on the run when she is framed for crimes she did not commit.
Another movie of the week is “Inside Out”, an animation, adventure and comedy movie that features Mr Peohler, Bill Hader and Lewis Black.
After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions, Joy, fear, anger, disgust and sadness conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house and school.
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My Relationship With Davido Beyond Money, Gossip -Cubana Chief Priest
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.
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Simi Joins Kenya’s Anti-Tax Protests
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.”
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Davido, Zlatan, Others In Attendance At Asake’s Atlanta Concert
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.’