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Rivers Community Agog As Two Royal Families Unite In Marriage
Emohua town, headquarters of Emohua Local Government Area of Rivers State, was agog with celebrations and undiluted fun fair as the good people of the Emohua Community witnessed a historic traditional marriage ceremony between the two royal families of Emohua at the palace of the traditional ruler of Emohua Community, HRM, Eze (Amb) V.C.B Okor JP Mgbo xii on Saturday November 21, 2020.
The marriage ceremony which was between the bride, Miss Precious Chigozi Okor and the groom Engr Praise Marcus Oriji both from the Mgbo Royal House of Emohua was graced by a humongous crowd of personalities from within and outside Emohua community, who likened the glamorous event to that of the famous Indian film titled “Love in Tokyo”.
In his address at the event, the Paramount Ruler, His Royal Majesty, Eze V.C.B Okor described the marriage as the union of two Royal families of Emohua. He stated that the marriage had solidified the age-long mutual relationship between the two great families in a historic and very peaceful marriage and prayed God to bless the marriage and make it fruitful.
The Chairman of the occasion and Professor of Medicine, Prof Chituru Orluwene,described the traditional marriage as a wonderful experience, very peaceful and well attended to the glory of God. He said the marriage was based on love and not material wealth, he urged them to allow God to guide their marital activities in order to enjoy a blissful marriage and be a point of reference in Emohua Clan and beyond.
Speaking, while handing over the bride to the groom’s family, the bride’s father, Prince Chiogozi Okor, said, “Precious is my first daughter and a beloved child, she is from a royal house marrying into royalty may God take all the glory”.
Receiving the bride, the groom’s father, Engr Marcus Oriji, described the ceremony as a celebration of true love and as young couple their future is bright. He promised to ensure that they make God the corner stone of their marital life for them to enjoy a fulfilled marriage that would be a role model for others to emulate.
Also speaking at the event, one of the special guests of honour, Chief Asobie of Obelle Community in EMOLGA stressed that the event was all about tradition which is very paramount in every true marriage that is guided by custom.
What transpired here today is unique and tradition at its best, traditional marriage is a sacred institution that must be respected and followed, I pray God to grant them a peaceful union and healthy children
Highlights of the ceremony include:
– Cutting of the marriage cake
– Dance by the bride and groom
– Presentation of gifts
– Wining,dining and dancing
– Cultural display
– Comedy show and other side attractions.
By: Jacob Obinna
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.’