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Eucharia Anunobi Loses Only Child …As Obi Madubogwu Bows To Death
Veteran Nollywood actress Eucharia Anunobi has confirmed the news of the death of her only child, Raymond. The news of the death of the 15-year-old boy broke earlier on Tuesday as it was reported that Raymond died of sickle cell anaemia, a sickness he was reportedly born with.
Speaking with reporters on the child’s death, the actress said “my son has gone to our place of origin to be with our daddy Jesus waiting for me when I eventually go there at the fullness of time, God knows best, thank you, I appreciate”.
Meanwhile, Nollywood actor, Obi Madubogwu who has been battling with acute diabetes and foot ulcers for sometime now, has finally lost the battle to death. He died on Monday, August 28 after he developed fever and was rushed to the hospital where he had complications and later gave up the ghost.
Some months ago, the actor expressed his heart-felt thanks to Nigerians who helped him out financially, physically and spiritually. He also urged them not to give up on him, but to assist him complete the final stage of his treatment which entailed flying out to a U.S. hospital.
Confirming Madubogwu’s demise on the film makers platform on WhatsApp called Film4Life Monday evening, Veteran Producer, Chief Nwokeabia wrote: “Obi is dead, we just spoke to his wife. He developed fever yesterday, went to the hospital this morning, had complications and died. The family will be taking the corpse home tomorrow”.
Also, the newly elected president of the Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN), Mr Emeka Rollas confirmed the news of Madubogwu’s death saying “it is sad that after receiving Obi’s congratulatory message on the telephone, he did not live to see me face to face and thereafter meet the reforms we are about bringing to AGN with this new excos”.
“Obi was part of this dream to see that I become the president of the Guild, last year I chaired the event organised by his Saving Life for Africa Diabetes Foundation. We talked about how I would use AGN help drive his foundation if I become president of AGN. This is another sad day for Nollywood”, may his soul rest in peace, he reacted.
Obi Madubogwu who become popular for his role as King of Musanga in the block buster movie “Battle of Muzanga” was formerly on admission at the Federal Medical Centre (FMC), Ebute Meta Yaba, Lagos State. The actor was known for his lead roles in movies such as ‘Passion Of My Blood’ “Mothers In-Law, the King of Musanga among others.
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.’