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Rita Dominic Replies Obaseki’s Open Letter
Few days ago, Nollywood screen diva, Rita Dominic slammed Nollywood producers on Instagram saying that not all movies should be allowed to go to cinemas, stressing that some producers should make their movies for the DVD and places like Iroko TV and Ibaka TV.
The statement did not go well with some producers including award winning film maker, Don Pedro Obaseki, who has taken to Instragram to write an open letter to Rita Dominic reminding her of her past when she used to sweat in 2003 roaming from one set to the other. Obaseki further warned Rita not to be like the proverbial bird “Chichidodo” in Ayikwe Amah’s novel that hated shit but feeds only on maggot from shit.
The actress took to the social media last Sunday to calm down the tension generated by her previous comment. Her words: “I wanted to post a video, but it was too long ago, so I opted for a long post.
“A couple of days ago, I posted a quote to motivate active members of my beloved industry, you decided to build a nice big table there, gathered us on top and shook it till we all had to pay attention. It became apparent rather quickly that you have been fed up for a while.
“Guess What!! I have heard you, as an actor I have heard you, as a producer, I will do better, I have never been one not to listen to constructive criticism, so, it is to my advantage to listen again, thanks to the colleagues who called me, tweeted, sent messages and even braced commenting while the table is shacking vigorously.
Glad you understood the intension of my post, we are building a cinema culture and we cannot do it without our audience, they have spoken and I have a better grasp of their frustrations. It is a positive thing to have our customers emotionally invested in our films.
I want to request that our viewers do not give up on going to the cinemas to support films.
If a film is good, encourage the film makers by telling others to see it, you have an important role to play in the development of the Nigerian film industry and you have taken the first step by letting your voices be heard”.
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.’