Entertainment

RSG Promotes Showbiz As PH Zoo Wears New Look

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4 years ago

March 5, 2021

The entertainment industry is no doubt one of the largest industries globally.

In some countries in Africa, the United States of America (USA), Europe, Asia, Middle East and the Oceania, it contributes about 40% of their national income and generates huge employment opportunities.

Following this, the Governor Nyesom Wike-led administration has boldly demonstrated the political will to tap into the hidden potentials that abound in the entertainment industry.

Government has drawn a road map for Port Harcourt to serve as a showbiz destination for fun seekers and tourists to satisfy the interest of both local and foreign visitors who stream into the state daily.

It is in realization of this giant stride that late last year, 2020 the state government began the reconstruction and remodeling of the Port Harcourt zoo. This is indeed a welcome development not just because of the social, economic and cultural importance, but the simple fact that many administrations have come and gone none thought of upgrading the Port Harcourt zoo to an international standard like that of Kenya Gambia, South Africa Egypt e.t.c this is a plus to the showbiz subsector of the state’s economy.

Today, a visit to the zoo will convince one that the state Governor, Ezenwo Nyesom Wike has turned the zoological garden established years ago into a huge construction site. There is some what beehive activities at the zoo which have afforded employment opportunities to engineers, the technicians arti-sants etc.

Speaking with The Tide some members of staff of the parent Ministry of Culture and Tourism who pleaded anonymity and said that the retaining walls of the zoo have been fully constructed and concluded. They also added that work on the administrative and staff quarters is still on going.

Meanwhile, the animals are still in their cages. The workers revealed that this is just the 1st phase, saying that the 2nd phase will retain cultural village where all the 23 Local Government Areas will showcase diverse cultural plays and other activities when completed which is the strength, unity and peace of the state.

They then hinted that the 2nd phase of the project will commence in March when new animals the are expect to arrive the zoo.

It is undoubtedly clear that when this project is completed and functional, the ambiance, peaceful and serene atmosphere that will manifest in the environment will be enough to attract musicians of both local and international repute other cultural activities inclusive to showcase their songs and plays which will earn foreign exchange for the state government and further boost the economy.

By: Okwein Parker

Entertainment

My Relationship With Davido Beyond Money, Gossip -Cubana Chief Priest

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4 months ago

August 23, 2024

The Tide

Popular businessman and socialite, Pascal Okechukwu, aka Cubana Chief Priest, has said that his relationship with singer Davido is beyond money and gossip.
He stated this in a recent interview with BBC Igbo.
“Davido is my friend. He is my in-law; he married Chioma who is from Imo State where I hail from.
“So the relationship I have with Davido is beyond money and gossip,” he said.
DAILY POST reports that Chief Priest disclosed via his Instagram page that his outfit for the wedding of the singer, Davido and his wife, Chioma, in Lagos on Tuesday cost seven million Naira.
The socialite recently appreciated Davido for not “discarding” Chioma.
He stated that the DMW boss has made Imo State proud by choosing to marry from the state.

Entertainment

Simi Joins Kenya’s Anti-Tax Protests

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4 months ago

August 23, 2024

The Tide

Nigerian singer Simisola Kosoko, popularly known as Simi, has lent her voice to the ongoing anti-tax hike protests in Kenya.
The Tide’s source reports that Kenyan youths are marching against tax hike in widespread demonstrations tagged ‘RejectFinanceBill2024.’
Five people were shot dead and dozens wounded after police clashed with protesters who stormed the parliament building in Nairobi on Tuesday, according to Amnesty Kenya.
Reacting via her X handle on Tuesday night, Simi declared her support for the demonstrators.
She stated that “it is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights.”
The singer wrote, “I stand with the people of Kenya. It is both powerful and heartbreaking for a people to have to fight and die for freedoms and rights. Godspeed and Strength. [Hash tag] RejectFinanceBill2024.”
In a series of other posts, she wrote: “Wow. When you’ve had enough, the fight is almost inevitable.
“African leaders- have not you done enough?
“I can’t wait for the day Africa is not a weapon fashioned against Africans. All of this amazing Black power and human resource, but the majority are not likely to thrive unless they run.”

Entertainment

Davido, Zlatan, Others In Attendance At Asake’s Atlanta Concert

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4 months ago

August 23, 2024

The Tide

Famous Nigerian Afrobeat singer, Davido was spotted among other top artistes at Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour concert in Atlanta, Georgia.
Asake’s performance at his sold-out show at the 17,000-capacity State Farm Arena in Atlanta began on August 16, 2024, and is set to run for 10 days.
In a trending video on social media, Davido appeared backstage with American rapper Quavo to support Asake during the live performance.
Other musicians in attendance included Nigerian hitmaker Zlatan and American rapper Russ Millions.
The Tide’s source reports that Asake’s ‘Lungu Boy’ tour is set to cover six U.S. cities, where he will headline notable venues including Madison Square Garden in New York, the Toyota Center in Houston, and the State Farm Arena in Atlanta.
Asake’s tour comes just days after the release of his latest hit, ‘Lungu Boy,’ which features several superstars, including Wizkid, British rappers Central Cee and Stormzy, Travis Scott and Brazilian singer Ludmilla.
‘Lungu Boy’ set a new record for the biggest opening week on Spotify Nigeria, garnering 18.9 million streams in its opening week and breaking the previous record of 14.4 million streams held by Davido’s ‘Timeless.’