Entertainment
DJ Spinall Tours PH, Four Cities
Five cities across Nigeria
recently got a feel of exciting party time as Smirnoff, the world’s number one premium spirit brand thrilled guests to an experience of a lifetime at the Spinall and Friends city tour.
The thrilling parties held in Lagos, Benin, Abuja, Port Harcourt and Enugu were headlined by Smirnoff Brand Ambassador, DJ Spinall and a list of musical acts which include: MI, Ice Prince, Sean Tizzle, Vector, Kiss Daniel and Burna Boy.
At the upscale urban-spot Spice Route in Lagos, DJ Spinall delivered top notch performances that further amplified the already charged atmosphere. The party really got interesting as the capacity crowd breathes air of scintillating performances from top Nigerian hip hop artist which include: Mr. Incredible (MI), Wande Coal and Perfect Gentleman Sean Tizzle.
The show kicked off proper at the ancient City of Benin as hip hop mallam; Ice Prince took the center stage and launched into performances of his crowd pleasers including: Oleku, Aboki, Super Star among others. When it was his turn to hit the stage, the ladies man Adekunle Gold did not disappoint his fans in Benin and the Federal Capital City, Abuja. The singer performed his hit tracks Sade and Orente to the delight of the amazing crowd.
Guests at the Coal City of Enugu and the Garden City of Port Harcourt went into frenzy as hip hop galala master Burna Boy rendered Check and Balance, one of his hit songs. Following that were his other tracks in cluding: Run My Race and Tonight. Ace rapper Ill Bliss and Ceaser however, took the appreciative crowd to delight with their smooth rap lyrics courtesy Smirnoff.
Meanwhile, Smirnoff Brand Ambassador, DJ Spinall at all of the venues, created a sensation of his own by exciting the crowd to a breathtaking display of their dancing skills. His exhilarating disc jockeying prowess got the crowd pumped up and ready to dance all night.
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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