Entertainment
Flashback On PH City Centenary Beauty Pageant
Although the well
publicised, keenly contested and well organized Port Harcourt City Centenary beauty pageant has come and gone, the memories of that eventful night still echoes loud and clear in the minds of those who were opportuned to witness the historic events live at the Hotel Presidential Port Harcourt, last Friday.
Beautiful and elegant Miss Theodora Kelechi Atako, won the coveted crown as she defeated 29 other beautiful young ladies to wear the centenary crown for the next 100 years, while Miss Eucharia C. Affor and Princess Onuekwa, emerged the 1st and 2nd runners up respectively.
The centenary queen was crowned by the wife of the deputy governor of Rivers State, Mrs. Mina Ikuru, while the husband, His Excellency, Engr. Tele Ikuru who represented the Governor of Rivers State, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Rotimi Chibuike Amaechi, handed over the keys and particulars of a brand new Honda Accent Car to the winner who was full of joy and appreciation to the state government.
Miss Atako, who spoke with The Tide Entertainment shortly after she was crowned, said she was overwhelmed by her victory and thanked God for the honour. The 1st and 2nd rumurs up who equally got prizes also expressed gratitude to God and promised to live up to expectation.
Other contestants who received awards at the event include Udodi Onyinyechukwu, who won the miss Amity award and most friendly contestant award, Miss Aya Uche Sophia clinched the Miss Eloquent award, while the award of the best behaved contestant went to Miss Theodora Kelechi Atako, who also won the crown and Chinaka Olivia, best traditional attire award.
The glamorous and scintillating event witnessed a great turn out of guests including top government officials such as the deputy governor of Rivers State.
His Excellency, Engr. Tele Ikuru, Secretary to the Rivers State Government and Chairman Port Harcourt City Centenary Celebration Planning Committee, Mr. George D.N. Feyii, Administrator, Greater Port Harcourt, Aleruchi Cookey Gam and the Mayor of Port Harcourt City Local Government Area, Hon. Chimbiko Akarolo among others.
The event was also graced by other distinguished personalities, captains of industries, the Civil Society and representatives of the Nigerian Movie Industry called Nollywood, who include:- Milliscent Jack, Maureen Ihua, Chiege Alisigwe, Chinyere Nwabuzor, Bobby Ogoloma, Columbus Irisoanga etc as well as Miss Niger Delta, Becky Iluma.
The event featured powerful musical performances by the Port Harcourt First Son, Duncan Mighty, who gave a good account of himself on stage and left when the ovation was highest, Richie of Nigerian Idol Season 3, Maxy, The Choro Milo Crooner, Lady I B, Chairman, Performing Musicians and Employees Association of Nigeria (PMAN) Rivers Chapter, the funky Brothers and Inspirational Singer Silver who thrilled the audience with her melodious voice.
Nollywood living legend, Columbus Irisoanga also thrilled the guests with his Fertility dance group from the Kalagbari Extraction, who performed to the satisfaction of the guests in a perfectly relaxed atmosphere. It showcased a great medly of traditional dance and choreography that highlighted the rich cultural endowment of the Rivers people and he received a high ovation for his ingenuity.
The comedy session featured top comedians such as clent D’ Drunk, Prince 4 Hezekiah, Dan D’ Humourous etc, who literally cracked some ribs with their hilarious jokes as well as other side attractions that included video clips of the contestants while in camp.
Acc comedian clink ‘D’ Drunk was later invited again on stage to crack bom jokes to calm the frayed nerves of the guests and contestants who wanted with baited breath after the last appearance the of 5 contents who made it to the grand finale, while the fine man panel of judges had a tough time in choosing the best three contestants.
Entertainment
BBNaija Season Nine: ‘Dynamic Duos’ Auditions Begin
The organisers of the Big Brother Naija( BBNaija) have announced that season nine of the reality TV show started accepting applications last Wednesday.
Biggie is back for BBNaija Season 9 auditions with a twist! The audition requires two people. “This year, it is a search for Dynamic Duos that love the show and can turn up the heat in Biggie’s house,” the announcement said.
This new twist to application videos, which used to be a single person in the video, candidates will have to apply in pairs. This means that the audition video will feature two candidates each.
Make and upload a three-minute video telling Big Brother why both of you should be in the Big Brother’s House together.
The video can be recorded together or separate, but must be a single video.
You have to audition together.
In the video describe yourselves and where you are from.
Also talk about your personalities, your favourite things, likes, dislikes, unique things about both of you and how it may help you do well on Big Brother Naija Season 9.
Stay natural, do not force it, keep it fun!
Audition is free and has opened on Wednesday, March 27, 2024 at 8:00pm.
Application is only open to people who are 21 or older with a valid means of identification.
Entertainment
Onyeka Onwenu’s Film To Chronicle Her Music Journey
Renowned Nigerian musician, Onyeka Onwenu, says she is working on producing a film that will delve into her experiences which span decades within the music industry.
Onwenu disclosed this in an interview with the Newsmen, on Tuesday with a career that stretches back to the 1970s, the “elegant stallion” expressed her eagerness to share her firsthand account of the evolution of Nigerian music.
”I am currently working on a film that will chronicle my experiences in the music industry from the 70s to the present day. Having been a part of this narrative for decades, I have a wealth of stories to share,” she said.
In addition to the film project, Onwenu discussed her efforts to release her classic songs through collaboration with emerging artistes, promising fans a compilation of rebranded tracks later in the year.
“I am rebranding my old songs and collaborating with new talents. My aim is to offer listeners a fresh perspective on timeless classics,” she explained.
Onwenu’s creative pursuits extend beyond the realm of music, as she recently released a single, titled Abu Otito (Songs of Praise) and dedicated proceeds from its streaming to support widows through the Rose of Sharon Foundation.
“I am passionate about using music to address social issues. From supporting widows to promoting education among rural children, I strive to make a positive impact through my art.”
Reflecting on her philanthropic endeavours, Onwenu shared her commitment to providing educational opportunities for underprivileged children in Abia and disclosed the plan to expand her initiatives to Imo.
“We not only pay school fees directly to schools but also offer civic education to instill a sense of cultural identity. These efforts represent my dedication to empowering future generations,” the musician noted.
Offering advice to fellow artistes amidst economic challenges, Onwenu emphasised the importance of resilience and self-initiative.
“Hang in there and create opportunities for yourselves,” she urged, highlighting the need for proactive approaches in navigating the ever-evolving music industry landscape.
Onwenu’s multifaceted contributions to music and society underscore her enduring legacy as a trailblazing artiste and philanthropist, inspiring generations to come.
“I have been part of the story right from time, and I am still moving forward, so I have a lot of stories to tell,” she remarked.
The Tide Entertainment reports that aside from the cinematic venture, Onwenu unveiled plans to breathe new life into her classic hits by collaborating with contemporary artistes. According to her, she aims to compile a collection of rebranded songs, promising Nigerian audiences an eagerly anticipated release later in the year..
Onwenu has used her music and its timeless messages to promote Nigeria’s culture. Her music duet with King Sunny Ade, titled Wait for Me, has remained evergreen. It is remembered always as a song with deep lyrical message which was put together to help the government of that era fight seriously against the outburst of population explosion while also regulating it with the different family planning programmes put together by the government.
Her song, African Woman, helped greatly in projecting the innate exquisiteness of the African woman giving them a sense of pride and belonging amidst poverty, widowhood, rape, lack of care, hatred, humiliation, abandonment, among others.
Her evergreen classic, Sodom and Gomorrah, is a biblical narrative of the popular story of the city of Sodom and Gomorrah, a city destroyed by God due to their heedlessness and high level of immorality.
Some of her other evergreen songs include Iyogogo, One Love, Dancing in the Sun, and Choices, among others.
Entertainment
Osita Iheme Reacts To Pawpaw Memes
Legendary Nollywood actor, Osita Iheme, fondly known as Pawpaw, has revealed that he is happy with the way his memes are used on social media as a means of expression.
In a recent interview with newsmen, the actor expressed pleasure with the use of the clips from his films, stating that it shows his old films still have value.
“It’s good to see that your works are doing well out there and people are appreciating what you are doing,” he said.
“Even though it has been so many years, people are still valuing it years later. It’s good and it shows that you have an asset that you can always back up and bank with. Because when you look at 20 years ago, the works you’ve done and you see that people are using it to express themselves, you’d feel happy. I feel happy,” he continued.
The Tide Entertainment reports that over the past few years, hilarious stickers and memes of the star from his old films have been used widely across social media platforms to add a comic flair to conversations. His funny memes were not only used by Nigerians, but also in foreign media, especially during the 2020 COVID-19 lockdown era.
It is worthy of note that Iheme is one half of the dynamic Aki and Paw Paw duo, the other half being his partner-in-crime, Chinedu Ikedieze.
The pair starred in numerous movies in their prime like ‘Aki Na Ukwa’, Village Rats, and Double Wahala, amongst many other iconic films.
More than 20 years later, they have remained Nollywood household names, hilarious memes, and pop culture icons.
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