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Why Minister Wants Nollywood Films Screened In China
Nigeria’s Minister of Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed has made yet another call for the screening of Nigerian movies in China stressing that the move would reciprocate Nigeria’s gesture towards Chinese movies which are shown in the country.
The minister made the request in Abuja when he received the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria Mr. Zhou PingJian on a courtesy visit. He said the screening of Nollywood movie would also be a deliberate strategy to ensuring better understanding between the two countries and create a market for Nigerian movies in China.
The Minister hailed the bilateral relationship between Nigeria and China which he described as mutual and sincere. He noted that China remained one of the strategic partners of Nigeria because of the genuine commitment and passion towards the country.
He described the partnership between both countries in the area of infrastructural development as a catalyst for domestic tourism in Africa. “I think China is a good example of domestic tourism which could propel and trigger the economy and for domestic tourism to prosper, this is why we are so glad that China is collaborating with Nigeria in the area of infrastructure such as roads, power and railways,” he said.
Mohammed said the cultural ties between the countries could further be strengthened in the areas of film and cinematography.
PingJain on his part said culture and people to people relationship were parts of 10 priority areas which his country was exploring to foster relationship with Nigeria. He added that China had opened discussions with the minister towards the building of Nigeria-China cultural centre in Nigeria to further promote cultural ties.
The minister reiterated the commitment of the Federal Government to ease doing business in the country. He said that the bilateral agreement between his ministry and the British Council had yielded fruits with the training of 40 Nigerian Festival Managers by the Council in February.
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.’