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Call Girls Besiege Entertainment Joints In PH
It is no longer news that most entertainment outfits in Port Harcourt, the Rivers State capital are dominated by call girls, strippers and Makossa dancers, what is news now is that the joints are now besieged by foreign girls who exhibit sex shows on the floors of the pubs.
Some of them are very daring sex workers who came to the state initially as strippers who danced naked as well as Makossa and Etighi dancers, but today they have taken over from the professional sex workers in the city with their live sex shows which is now a major attraction to youths and other adult fun seekers.
The influx of these sex workers or prostitutes, if you like, from neigbouring states and countries to the oil rich city poses serious threat to the local prostitutes as they suffer decline in their inglorious trade. These foreign ladies of easy virtue are usually cladded in skimpy dresses that expose all the essential parts of their bodies including thighs and boobs.
These ladies would be easily found in most of the popular joints around the Hotel Presidential, Rumuola and GRA axis of the city were most of these joints are located. Other areas include the Old Port Harcourt Township, Azikiwe and parts of D’Line amongst others.
In tune with the new trend, most of the relaxation joints display pornographic pictures on their wells, inside some of these joints, tables and chairs are arranged in such a way that leaves specious areas on the floor for the sex dancers to display their bodies and tantalizing boobs to attract prospective male patrons.
The Tide Entertainment reliably gathered that before the show begins, both sex partners would have taken several bottles of popular concortions of alcoholic drink called “ monkey tail” while others settle with another alcoholic herbal drink called “Alamo Bitters”, to boast their libido and boldness, so that they can last several hours of marathon sex.
Commenting on the new trend, a Port Harcourt based show biz personality and General Manager, Clubs, Royal Africk Group of Hotels, Prince Victor Ifeanyi Mini, noted that the recent development is alien to the state’s nite life and entertainment business. He noted that the activities of these sex workers are only known in cities such as Kano, Lagos, Asaba, Delta State and parts of Abuja.
He, stressed that the influx of these prostitutes could be as a result of the various festivities that took place in the state in the last few weeks such as the Port Harcourt City centenary celebration and the ongoing CARNIRIV which have attracted both the foreign and local tourists, the business community, politicians and other personalities to the state.
According to him, this development must have also attracted these ladies of easy fixture to the state capital to catch fun, woo customers and make some money for the Christmas and New year celebrations. He however, advised that the activities of these call girls must be checked and monitored so as to ensure sanity in the hospitality industry in the state. He also called on the operators of these joints to maintain standards and decency in their operations in order not to overheat the system or take immorality to the highest level.
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“The Legal Day” 2025: Alliance Française Port Harcourt, Moves to Promote French Via Law
In a bid to promote the French language through law and build bridges between communities the Alliance Française Port Harcourt, in collaboration with the Embassy of France in Nigeria has organized the 2025 edition of “La Journée du Droit” (“The Legal Day”)
The event which took place at Alliance Française auditorium was a civic and linguistic celebration designed to help learners of French Language and young citizens discover the importance of law in everyday life.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the event featured interactive quiz sessions, exploring legal rules and civic principles in Nigeria, France, Africa and beyond, pointing out both the similarities and differences between legal systems around the world.
Throughout the day, the event featured interactive quiz sessions exploring legal rules and civic principles in Nigeria, France, Africa, and beyond, highlighting both the similarities and differences between legal systems around the world.
The initiative was aimed at encouraging reflection on the rights and responsibilities shared by all citizens and to promote the values of justice, equality, and mutual respect through the French language.
The programme which had two sessions, (Morning and Afternoon session) witnessed the participation of about 150 students from various levels of education. Ranging from the Primary, Secondary, and tertiary institution for an engaging experience of civic and legal concepts.
Schools in attendance included Surebloom International School, Pleroma High School, Casterly Rock Secondary School, and TotalEnergies Port Harcourt School.
The morning sessions saw the Participation of Alliance Française students in an interactive quiz, enhancing their French comprehension while exploring civic notions.
While the Afternoon session had students from the University of Port Harcourt – UNIPORT (French Language and Law Departments), students from the French Department from both Ignatius Ajuru University of Education and Rivers State University joined in the final rounds of the competition.
According to the director of Alliance Française Port Harcourt, Mrs Marina Lacal, all quiz questions were presented in French, then translated into English to ensure full understanding by participants, saying that winners received special prizes, as all attendees took home souvenirs from the educational and convivial event.
Mrs Lacal said that the diplomatic and educational initiative event “La Journée du Droit” (The Legal Day) sought to promote the French language through law, highlight the capacity of law to build bridges between communities and emphasize law as one of the pillars of French diplomacy.
“Through this initiative, the Alliance Française Port Harcourt continues its mission to foster intercultural dialogue, civic awareness, and the learning of French as a language of knowledge, culture, and citizenship,”?she?added.
The Garden City of Rivers State Port Harcourt at the weekend joined other parts of the world to celebrate the World Music Day, 2025, as Alliance Française showcases talents.
The event which is internationally known as Fête de la musique was held at cultural hall of the Alliance Française was a remarkable concert with memorable experience.
The event brought together music lovers, students, Artistes and members of the community For an exciting evening live performances and cultural exchange.
The Tide Entertainment reports that the world Music Day, which was created 1982 in France by the then Minister of culture, Jack Lang, ‘ Fête de la Musique’ is now celebrated in more than 100 countries every 21st June, marking the first day of summer with free concerts and musical showcases in public spaces.
In Port Harcourt, the Alliance Française honoured the tradition by spotlighting four(4) emerging artistes offering a platform to young talents shaping the city’s contemporary scene.
The audience enjoyed an unforgettable moments as they were entertained by the powerful performances from Preach A, who is known for blending fitness culture with spoken words and rhythm.
Also, artiste Emmayany delivering a vibrant fusion of afrobeat and afro pop. A singer, song writer and a performing artiste with a distinct sound.
Others were Amarachy Uko, a sensational singer with passion for soul , R&B, pop music and afrobeat.
While DJ Prospel closed the night with an energetic DJ set that got the entire hall dancing.
Earlier, the Director, Alliance Française, Port Harcourt Mrs Marina Lacal high lighted the mission of the Alliance Française saying that the event was more than a concert.
According to her, the event was put together by the Alliance Française to promote cultural diversity and foster artistic expression by connecting a long standing French tradition with creativity of the local music scene, adding that the event offerers an avenue for dialogue between culture and generations.
She stated that the event is used to promote professional and bring amateur artistes to limelight via the platform of the Alliance Française which is aimed at promoting the French Language through cultural heritage.
She explained that the celebration is also a broader series of Fête de la musique activities organized by the 10 Alliance Française across Nigeria in sync with concerts held in France and around the world simultaneously.
She further noted that the occasion reaffirms the role of Alliance Française as a cultural bridge, one where French heritage meets the pulses of Nigerian youth.
It would be recalled that no fewer than 19 artistes applied to perform at the event in Port Harcourt, but only four got approval for appearance.
The Governor of the Performing Musicians Employer’s Association of Nigeria (PMAN), Rivers State chapter, Comrade Moses Mabadeje popularly known as Mozy B said that the body has announced plans to implement performance Levy on artistes in the state with effect from 21st June.
This was carried in a statement released to The Tide Entertainment, yesterday by the Deputy Governor of the association, Comrade Abiye Howells.
According to the Governor, the announcement was made by PMAN, the only governing body that regulates the music profession in Nigeria, as authorized by the Government of Nigeria, in line with the Trade Union Act.
He stated that those affected by the Levy include (Non members)bands, groups, Hotels, Bars, lounges, Event Centres, show organizers, promoters and other stakeholders hosting events which feature live music performances within the State.
However, the Levy does not apply to members of the Performing Musicians Employer’s Association of Nigeria. (PMAN).
Comrade Moses Mabadeje, explained that this drive is aimed at financing the association and supporting the welfare and interest of musicians as outlined in Article 8 of the PMAN constitution as amended (2023). Consequently, a PMAN task force has been set up to enforce and swing into action to effect this move.
He further said that event organizers, promoters and owners of event centers are expected to comply with this regulation as the Governor has urged stakeholders to collaborate with the association to ensure the successful implementation of the levy and the peaceful co-existence between PMAN and Stockholders.
Nancy Briggs