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Fun Galore As Orada Celebrates 10 Years Of Excellence

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10 years ago

January 22, 2016

It was fun galore recently as
Orada International School Ozuoba in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area of Rivers State celebrated her 10th anniversary of academic excellence under the distinguished Chairmanship of the Honourable Commissioner for Works Rivers State, Engr Ken K. Nwachukwu.
The event which took place at the school premises on Saturday 19th December 2015 featured cultural display, drama presentation, poem rendition, unveiling of the school magazine, cutting of the anniversary cake, merit awards and other side attractions.
In his address at the occasion, the Chairman, Engr. Nwachukwu emphasised the importance of education in society and urged parents and guardians to invest in the academic pursuit of their children and wards as future leaders of our great country Nigeria. He also charged them to discourage their children from engaging in cult related activities and other social vices inimical to the development of the country.
The chairman commended the proprietor of the school, Mr Vincent Ichella, for setting academic and moral standards among the pupils which he said are worthy of emulation. He also assured him of his commitment in ensuring that the standard is maintained.
Also speaking, the Special Guest of Honour and Director, Cabinet Office Rivers State, Mr Hamilton Amadi lauded the proprietor for his commitment towards the promotion of education in Obio/Akpor communities.
He stressed that the singular effort of the proprietor has led to the educational rejuvenation among the people of the area and urged parents to make use of the opportunity to improve on the educational potentials of their children and wards.
Earlier in his welcome address, the proprietor of the school, Mr Vincent Ichella, said that the vision of the school is to bring up functional citizens of the global world through knowledge which is their stock in trade, to provide the most outstanding citadel of learning and to provide quality and affordable education, while the mission is providing excellent academic service using competent and dedicated management and staff as well as to provide quality and affordable education to all and sundry.
According to him, the motto of the school which is “Catch the World with Knowledge” is the driving force that has led to the achievement of academic excellence within the 10 years of its existence. We disclosed that the school was started with N12,000 (Twelve thousand) and one classroom block, but today it boast of modern structures well equipped science laboratories, and other facilities that provide conducive environment for teaching work the school also engages in extra curricular activities such as sports, cultural dances, drama and choreography among others in order to equip the students academically, physically and morally.
He appealed to the state government and private organisations to partner with the school in a bid to surmount their financial challenges.
The high points of the event merit awards to deserving recipients among whom were.
Rivers State Government for Work, Engr. K. K. Nwachukwu, Sir (Hon) Michael Okechukwu Chinda, Pastor Paulinus Nsirim, Pastor Kingsley Wordu, Elder Linus Ibekwe, Prince Hulikins Daniel and Innocent Wordu among others.

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Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes Crosses ?1.77bn

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1 day ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

Funke Akindele’s Behind The Scenes becomes Nollywood’s highest-grossing film of 2025, earning ?1.77bn in under four weeks.

Multi-award-winning actress and producer Funke Akindele has done it again, and this time, the numbers speak louder than applause.

Her latest film, Behind The Scenes, has officially emerged as the highest-grossing Nollywood film of 2025, pulling in an astonishing ?1.767 billion in less than four weeks.

The Tide Entertainment reports that Funke Akindele Makes Box Office History as Behind The Scenes Crosses ?1.77bn
Earlier in its release cycle, the film’s distributor, FilmOne Entertainment, revealed that Behind The Scenes smashed five opening-weekend records, including the highest single-day gross ever recorded on Boxing Day, with ?129.5 million in one day. That announcement already hinted that something unusual was unfolding.

Reacting to the milestone, FilmOne described the moment as both surreal and communal, crediting audience loyalty for pushing the film to the top spot once again as the number-one movie of the weekend. And that sentiment feels accurate. This wasn’t just ticket sales; it was momentum.

What makes this achievement even more striking is that Behind The Scenes is Funke Akindele’s third film to cross the ?1 billion mark. Before now, there was A Tribe Called Judah, and then Everybody Loves Jenifa, a film that didn’t just open big, but went on to become the highest-grossing Nollywood film of all time. At this point, it’s no longer a fluke. It’s a pattern.

Part of Behind The Scenes’ success lies in strategy. The film enjoyed advanced screenings on December 10 and 11, quietly building curiosity and conversation before its nationwide release on December 12. By the time it officially hit cinemas, audiences already felt like they needed to see it.

Then there’s the cast. The film brings together a lineup that feels deliberately stacked: Scarlet Gomez, Iyabo Ojo, Destiny Etiko, Tobi Bakre, Uche Montana, and several others. Familiar faces, strong fan bases, and performances that kept word-of-mouth alive long after opening weekend.

Still, beyond timing and casting, there’s something else at work here. Funke Akindele understands Nigerian audiences. Their humour, their pacing, their emotional buttons. She doesn’t guess, she calculates, experiments, listens, and refines. That understanding has slowly turned into box-office dominance.

Behind The Scenes crossing ?1.77 billion isn’t just another headline; it’s confirmation. Funke Akindele has moved from being a successful actress to becoming one of the most reliable commercial forces Nollywood has ever produced. Three-billion-naira films don’t happen by luck. They happen when storytelling, business sense, and audience trust align.

And right now, that alignment seems firmly in her hands.

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Adekunle Gold, Simi Welcome Twin Babies

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1 day ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

Popular Nigerian music stars, Adekunle Kosoko, widely known as Adekunle Gold, and his wife, Simi, have become parents again this time to twins.

The award-winning singer shared the joyful update on his Snapchat story on Wednesday, confirming the expansion of their family.

“Asked God for another child and he blessed me double,” she wrote.

While the couple has not yet disclosed the gender of the newborns, the announcement has sparked an outpouring of warm wishes from admirers, fellow celebrities, and industry colleagues.

Speculation had intensified in December when Simi posted a video on Instagram accompanied by the caption, “From my baby, for my babies.”

The clip showed her with a growing baby bump, fueling anticipation that another child was on the way.

Their latest blessings arrive just weeks after Simi highlighted a scene from Adekunle Gold’s newly released music video, “My Love is the Same,” further stirring excitement among fans.

The Tide Entertainment reports that Adekunle Gold and Simi who tied the knot in 2019 after a long history of friendship and musical synergy remain one of Nigeria’s most admired entertainment power couples. Both artistes were once signed to X3M Music before soaring into mainstream acclaim.

The pair welcomed their first child, Adejare Kosoko, fondly called Deja, in May 2020.

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Jesse Flames Opens 2026 With ‘Praise The Lord’ Featuring Magnito

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1 day ago

January 9, 2026

The Tide

After closing out 2025 with the release of “Praise the Lord” featuring Magnito, Jesse Flames enters the new year with renewed clarity and purpose, continuing to build a body of work rooted in intention rather than noise. In a moment where Afrobeats is moving faster and louder than ever, his approach remains measured and deliberate, prioritizing meaning, craft, and longevity over momentary attention. The official music video arrives January 10.

Following the momentum of his breakout single “FLEX,” “Praise the Lord” represents a shift from celebration to grounding. Reflective and soulful, the record centers gratitude, growth, and perspective, capturing a quieter confidence that resonates beyond a single moment.

“This song is about recognizing the full picture,” Jesse shares. “The work people see and the work they don’t. The lessons, the setbacks, the growth.”

The collaboration with Magnito, a respected voice in Nigerian hip hop known for his sharp lyricism and cultural authenticity, adds depth and weight to the record, reinforcing its themes of resilience, faith, and self reflection.

Released in December at the height of Detty December, “Praise the Lord” became a natural soundtrack for both celebration and reflection as the year came to a close. With the video arriving in January, the record takes on new meaning, opening the year as a tone setter rather than a reset.

Born in the United States, raised in Festac, Lagos, and now based in London, Jesse Flames brings a global perspective to his sound, blending Afrobeats, hip hop, and melodic soul into something sleek and intentional. His music reflects lived experience and cultural nuance rather than trend chasing.

The Tide Entertainment reports that with over 11 million streams, performances at O2 Brixton Academy and OVO Arena Wembley, and coverage from The Guardian and Business Post Nigeria, Jesse’s rise has been steady and self made. Looking ahead to 2026 and 2027, he is preparing for collaborations with Ice Prince, M.I Abaga, and Smurlee.

“Praise the Lord” ft. Magnito is available now on all streaming platforms.