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Ex-Onelga Chairman Quits Bachelorhood

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Some political heavy weights  and business  executives from Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government Area  of Rivers State and beyond last Saturday gathered in Port Harcourt to  celebrate with one of  their own, the former Chairman of Ogba/Egbema/Ndoni Local Government  Area,  Hon. Chris Ochije as he bade good bye to bachelorhood.
The occasion was the marriage  reception ceremony between the former  Onelga Chairman and  former Miss Ajinwa Abbey.             Chiefly among  dignitaries at the  occasion were Governor   Nyesom Ezenwo Wike who was represented by the Commissioner  for Energy, the Chief of Staff, Government House,  Port Harcourt, Engr  Emeka Woke  and the State Chairman of the Peoples  Democratic  Party, Bro. Felix Obuah. Also in attendance were the Special Adviser to the Governor on Financial and Budgetary Matters, Hon. Elemchukwu Ogbowu, Chairman,  Civil Service Commission, Chief  Oris Onyiri,  a media mogul, Chuka Nwaribe  and some  traditional rulers.  Engr Emeka Woke said that his former colleague  had made a wise decision by  quitting  bachelorhood for a happy married life, stressing  that it is the right thing for every adult to do.
He however urged the couple  to  put God first as no relationship succeeds without God.              While  stressing that the success of every marriage  lies with God Emeka Woke also urged for  strict  fidelity  and commitment  to each other’s welfare.
He congratulated the  couple on the success of the marriage.
Also speaking, chairman  of the occasion,  Hon Elemechukwu Ogbowu  described Hon. Chris Ochije as a bridge builder in Onelga politics, adding that the  large turn out of All Progressives Congress (APC) stalwarts  for the  occasion  was a sign  of unity in the  local government area.
He said that the choice of Miss Ajinwa Abbey was very appropriate  in view of the  fact that she was brought  up from a humble and God-fearing family and prayed God to  bless the marriage to  be fruitful.
Also speaking, Hon. Chris Ochije said that the event was  worth celebrating as it has opened  a new chapter in his life, stressing  that the situation has entrusted him with the responsibility of displaying  new qualities.
He commended Governor Wike for sending a representative to the ceremony, the Chief  of Staff, Government House and Peoples  Democratic Party (PDP) State Chairman for their  physical  presence at the event.

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My Relationship With Davido Beyond Money, Gossip -Cubana Chief Priest

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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.

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Simi Joins Kenya’s Anti-Tax Protests

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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

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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.’

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