Entertainment

Why Timaya Wept At PH Concert

Published

10 years ago

June 24, 2016

Timaya was crying, in
front of 20,000 people at the Joseph Yobo Mini Stadium in Port Harcourt. Timaya, recently the strident, swaggering dancehall superstar, bent his knees and shed some tears. Naturally, some people thought such a sudden outpour of emotions was unseemly for someone of Timaya’s stature. To many others, however, it was just the perfect treat. Crying in front of thousands of fans who have come to watch you entertain them was a special gift, they reckon. It’s nothing to be embarrassed by at all.
Timaya’s stunt on this particular night became the icing on an already good cake for Legend and it made the stories from that gig even more sharable. These stories are about unpretentious. The beer brand has come a long way from these hard-core leather-jacket-slinging adverts it used to run on TV. These days, it looks like it is embracing its growing popularity among an aspiring urban crowd whose reality is anything but fake.
Legend is doing less of the macho club swash buckling it tried so hard to own before and more of a down-to-earth “Original Naija’ tone of voice. This may be because another brand already does something not so different from that but what’s currently good for Legend is the fact that public reactions to its new strategy suggest that its advertising campaign Real Deal Experience concerts, and other properties in the mix are making the desired impact on the intended audience.
Timaya, you see, was not making a mess of himself in front of total strangers. He was at home with his own people and sharing his unfettered emotions with them was a way of showing them how much he trusted them and how grateful he was to them. Indeed we are talking about a great crowd here, not a handful of close neigbours but those are the words he used.
“I always love performing in Port Harcourt”, he said after the show. It brings back so many memories and the crowd tonight was spectacular. They made me feel at home. Almost like I never felt. His success, he explained, could be credited to Port Harcourt. It is the ‘town most instrumental in shaping my early days,’ he said and promised to ‘give my people every thing they want and more. If I don’t do this for them who else would, I do it for?, Timaya stated.
As he said that, the crowd cheered him on and that was the moment that Legend won the evening. Even if the brand had paid for a night to remember, it couldn’t have engineered this priceless outcome. The star and his fans were in harmony. Legend could simply take that night, stick its logo on it and run it as an advert.
‘The Real Deal Experience is about making people appreciate realness and authenticity. Bring fans face to face with one of their favourite music superstars is a very engaging way of putting across this message, said Oluseun Lawal, brand manager, Legend.
The concerts have now held in four locations: Lagos, featuring Oritefemi at Okokomaiko, Onitsha featuring KCee at Ekwulobia Township Stadium, Port Harcourt, starring Timaya at the Joseph Yobo Mini Stadium, and Ibadan headlined by 9ice at Cultural Centres, Mokola. At each of the venues, the ravers sand performers appeared to be relating like old friends.

Entertainment

Sarah Martins Knocks Yul Edochie Over Comment

Published

5 days ago

May 29, 2026

The Tide

Nollywood actress Sarah Martins has tackled Yul Edochie over comments he made about his ex-wife, May.

The actress questioned why Yul brought up claims about their marriage but refused to explain further.

Her sharp response has added another twist to the long-running conversation around the Edochie family.

The actress reacted after Yul appeared on The Honest Bunch Podcast, where he made comments that many listeners linked to his former marriage.

During the interview, Yul hinted that certain things happened while he and May were still married and suggested those moments contributed to the decisions he later made.

The Tide Entertainment reports that Yul hints that certain things happened while he and May were still married and suggests those moments contributed to the decisions he later made.

He, however, stopped, short of explaining further.

In the interview, the controversial actor said he had accepted being seen as the villain in the story.

He also stated that, despite everything, he genuinely wished May well and wanted her to prosper because she remains the mother of his children.

Yul Edochie finally shares last moments with late son three years after his tragic death

But while saying that, Yul also hinted that there were incidents in their marriage he had chosen not to discuss publicly.

According to him, he was “too much of a man” to come online and break down over personal matters.

Reacting to the interview, Sarah, in a post on her Instagram story, pointed out what she described as irony in Yul’s words—saying he wished May well while also making statements that could create doubt in people’s minds.

According to her, if he truly meant well for his former wife, there was no reason to hint at hidden issues and leave people guessing.

“You wish her well, but you granted Podcast the power to sow doubt in people’s minds by saying she did something that led you to do what you did, but you won’t say it,” she said.

She went further to accuse Yul of being uncomfortable with May’s continued growth and public support.

“Oga, you’re just pained that she’s doing well!”
Sarah also questioned the purpose of the interview, asking if jealousy may have played a role.

Yul Edochie recounts final moments with late son.

Meanwhile, Yul Edochie opened up on the last time he saw his first son, Kambilichukwu Edochie, before the boy’s tragic death in 2023.

The actor recalled that his son came into his room early in the morning before leaving for school.

According to him, they spent time talking, laughing, and joking in what felt like a typical father-son interaction.

Yul Edochie reacts to crashed marriage
The Tide Entertainment had reported that Yul Edochie had continued to speak about his ex-wife as he appeared on the Honest Bunch Podcast.

He shared part of what happened between them and all the things he wished for her while speaking about his new wife.

The actor noted that he and his ex-wife know what happened that led to the dissolution of their union.

Entertainment

Cubana Chief Priest Opens Up On Feud With Burna Boy

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5 days ago

May 29, 2026

The Tide

Nigerian entrepreneur and socialite, Pascal Chibuike Okechukwu, also known as Cubana Chief Priest, has opened up on his fallout with singer Burna Boy, alleging that the music star publicly attacked him because of his close relationship with Davido.

Speaking during an interview on The Beat 99.9 FM on Wednesday, Cubana Chief Priest said his journey to success began from apprenticeship and years of hard work, adding that fame and financial growth often attract envy and criticism.

“Success comes with a lot of hate. I started my journey from apprenticeship and service and I learnt so much about growth and perseverance. When you start becoming successful, you understand how people treat you.

“I was on my own and Burna Boy came for me, went on his big platform and started tweeting things that are not genuine, things that are not possible, things that have not existed and the attack was straight to my wealth.

“So he wanted to make people look at my wealth, disrespect my wealth, I felt bad and that happened because of my relationship with Davido,” he said.

He further stated that Davido has consistently supported his businesses and personal projects.

“David is always there for me. He opened all my nightclubs, restaurants, everything. He always shows up to support me.

“He’s investing in clubs in Lagos, and I’m making music to prove a point that I can,” he added.

Entertainment

Family Releases Burial Arrangements For Late Actor, Alexx Ekubo

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5 days ago

May 29, 2026

The Tide

Nollywood Actor, Alexx Ekubo’s family has officially announced the funeral arrangements for the late actor, describing him as a man whose life was filled with love, faith, generosity and compassion.

The Tide Entertainment had earlier reported that the Nollywood actor passed away after suffering from kidney cancer.

The Ekubo-Okwaraeke family announced the funeral arrangements in a statement released via the actor’s social media handle.

The statement read: “Forever in Our Hearts.

“With profound sorrow, yet gratitude to God for a life so beautifully lived and deeply impactful, we officially announce the funeral arrangements of our beloved husband, son, brother, friend, and colleague, Alexx Ekubo-Okwaraeke

“The overwhelming outpouring of love, prayers, messages, visits, calls, support, and strength shown to the family during this painful period has been truly humbling. Words cannot fully express our gratitude.

“Alexx was deeply loved, and your kindness continues to remind us that his light, compassion, faith, and impact on so many lives will never be forgotten.

“Though his passing came far too soon, Alexx lived a life marked by love, warmth, generosity, laughter, and an unwavering devotion to God and the people he cherished. His presence filled rooms, lifted hearts, and created memories that will remain with us forever.

“We warmly invite family, friends, colleagues, fans, and well wishers to join us as we honor and celebrate his beautiful life, enduring legacy, and the precious memories he gave us all.

“SERVICE OF SONGS

Date: Wednesday, 10th June 2026

Venue: The Monarch Event Center, Lekki, Lagos Time: 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM

Dress Code: White

“WAKE KEEP

Date: Wednesday, 17th June 2026

Venue: 7 Ekubo-Okwaraeke Avenue, Aziukwukwa, Ujari Village, Arochukwu, Abia State

“FUNERAL SERVICE

Date: Thursday, 18th June 2026

Venue: Mary Slessor School, Amanagwu Village, Arochukwu, Abia State

“INTERMENT

Date: Thursday, 18th June 2026