Entertainment
The Tide Editor Celebrates 50th Birthday In Grand Style
It was history making day
last Sunday, July 6, 2014
as the Deputy News Editor of The Tide Newspaper, Dr Alpheaus Paul-Worika celebrated his 50th Birthday in grand style. The event was marked with spiritual blessings and upliftment as well as merriment.
The day started with a church service at St Mark’s Anglican Church, Borokiri Port Harcourt, where the Vicar of the church, Venerable Boma Briggs preached the sermon and thanked God for the life and achievements of the celebrant.
After the well attended church service came the grand reception at the prestigious Spring Gardens along Dr Peter Odili Road, Trans-Amadi, Port Harcourt.
The highpoint of the event was the cutting of the Birthday cake by the celebrant which was preceded by a toast proposed by Basoene Dick-Iruenabere who described Dr Paul Worika as “unassuming gentleman, astute, meticulous and highly intelligent.”
He stressed that the celebrant is also a humble fellow who assiduously strives to achieve set goals.
According to him, the celebrant’s friendly disposition is what attracted the large number of guests who had all come to appreciate his large heart.
He also noted that the golden celebration was well deserved and sign of more good things to him and his family.
The distinguished personalities that attended the event were all lavishly entertained with sumptuous delicacies and choice drinks as well as music and dance.
The Couckin Production band led by Mr Adokiye Couckin Iyaye thrilled the guests with captivating songs and danceable beats that saw some of the guests on the dance floor to share the moment of joy with the celebrant and family.
Among the personalities that attended the event were the Senator representing the Rivers East Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Chief George Thompson Sekibo, the General Manager of Rivers State Newspaper corporation, Mr Celestine Ogolo, the Chairman, Nigerian Union of Journalists (NUJ), Rivers State Council, Mr Opaka Dokubo, The Tide family and other colleagues in the pen profession as well as other distinguished personalities too numerous to list here.
The celebrant thanked the guests for attending the event and the honour done him and his family.
He noted that without their support, the occasion would not have been such a huge success.
Dr Alpheaus Paul-Worika also thanked God for his abundant blessings and paid tributes to his wife’s elder brother, late Deacon Tamunosiki Awo in whose honour a minute silence was observed by the guests.
He thanked God for his wife, Mrs Orolobo Paul-Worika for her perseverance, love and care which he said served as major inspiration that led to his successes.
Dr Alpheaus Paul-Worika and family cutting his Birthday Cake, last Sunday
The Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising outstanding individuals.
The actress was honoured with the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine by Thomas Jefferson University in America in recognition of her outstanding contributions to social activism and impact through her work.
This remarkable achievement, they said, highlights her dedication to societal well-being and marks her as the first Black recipient of this distinguished award.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the Lennox K. Black International Prize for Excellence in Medicine is a prestigious accolade awarded by Thomas Jefferson University, recognising individuals who have made significant contributions to the medical field, promoting scientific discovery and advancements.
Named after Lennox K. Black, a Canadian manufacturing executive known for his philanthropic efforts and service on various boards, including Thomas Jefferson University, the prize celebrates excellence in medical innovation and global contribution to health and medicine.
The actress is renowned for her activism and impactful work in areas concerning women’s health and rights, including her efforts to combat issues like fistula and gender-based violence.
According to the award organisers she has been instrumental in bringing about social change through her films and campaigns. They added that her work extends beyond borders, affecting lives and policies internationally, embodying the spirit of the Lennox K. Black International Prize.
On receiving the award, Stephanie expressed her gratitude and reaffirmed her commitment to using her platform for social good.
“This recognition goes beyond me; it is for all the women and girls fighting for a healthier, safer world. It amplifies our message and our work. It strengthens my resolve to continue advocating for gender equality, social justice, and improved maternal and reproductive health in Africa,” she said
Susan Aldunge, Interim President of Thomas Jefferson University, admired the actress, saying, ‘‘Your ability to educate while humbly addressing the cultural obstacles impeding progress for young women is commendable. Your intelligent, personal take on the necessary human rights changes has deeply impacted all lucky to encounter you. Congratulations once more on this well-deserved award and the acknowledgement of your efforts.’”
Ms Aldunge further said that Thomas Jefferson University, a leader in medical education and research, hosts the award to underscore its mission of improving lives through innovation in health care.
‘‘The university is proud to honour Stephanie Linus, whose work aligns with Jefferson’s values of creativity, collaboration, and compassion in pursuing excellence in medicine and beyond.
“Awarding the Lennox K. Black International Prize to Stephanie Linus celebrates her achievements and signals a broader recognition of the importance of social activism in medicine and health,” she added.
“Her pioneering efforts continue to inspire and effect change, paving the way for a healthier, more equitable world’’.
Stephanie, who was named Chairperson of the Nigerian Official Selection Committee (NOSC) for the Best International Feature Film (IFF) category of the Oscars in August 2023, is best known for her 2015 advocacy movie ‘Dry’, which tells the story of a 13-year-old girl whose parents marry her off to a 60-year-old man, with devastating consequences.
Ilebaye’s revelation came just after Phyna had publicly called out the organizers for withholding some of her prizes.
Phyna, who revealed this to Newsmen insinuated that Ilebaye broke the gender code by announcing that she got her full prize money.
She also stressed that she would continue to demand for her balance, stating that she worked hard for the money during the show’s 72-day duration.
“I believe I should at least get what I worked so hard for 72 days. You all suddenly remembered your alert screenshots and IG Live………… Common……one among others is 1BTC which is over 80m in today’s market.
“To those who got their money in full
I’m happy for you. As a poor man’s child, let me ask for my money and other items remaining.,” She added.
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