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Yoruba-Hausa clash: I grew up, schooled, started my career in the North – Peter Okoye
By Temi Joshua
Nigerian singer Peter Okoye of the defunct group, Psquare has condemned the killing of Northerners in Oyo state.
The singer took to his Twitter page on Sunday, February 14th, 2021 and asked Nigerians to stop Ethnicity, Tribalism and racism attack.
He also revealed to Nigerians that there’s nothing wrong to marry from a different tribe as he got married to Yoruba woman being an Igbo man.
He added that his musical career started in the North and now he can even speak Hausa fluently.
He tweeted, “I am an Igbo man, married to a Yoruba woman.
I grew up in the north, schooled in the north, started my career in North. And today i speak Hausa language fluently.
Please this Ethnicity,Tribalism and Racism has to Stop?!!! Haba! What is going on?#StopTheBloodShed.”
In a series of tweet, the singer stated that Nigerian government has failed the country, adding that they are working for their own selfish interest.
He added, “Our so called leaders have really failed us. They have no shame at all. They are just working for their own selfish interest nothing more!
*SAY NO TO TRIBALISM
*SAY NO TO ETHNICITY
*SAY NO TO RACISM
#StopTheBloodshed”.
YORUBA-HAUSA CLASH IN OYO
On Friday, February 13th, 2021, there was a clash between some Yoruba traders and Hausa traders at the Shasha Market area of Ibadan, Oyo state.
This clash led to shops, properties and houses being torched by hoodlums who attacked anybody that can’t speak Yoruba.
As per media reports, the clash started after a Hausa man beat a pregnant woman.
There afterwards, a Yoruba cobbler challenged the Hausa man for beating a woman who is pregnant.
According to News Agency Of Nigeria reports, the Hausa man who is a cart pusher stabbed the Yoruba cobbler with a knife which later landed the cobbler to hospital but died as a result of injury sustained during the clash.
It was learnt that the cobbler’s death angered the youths and the triggered the violence in Oyo state.
Also, Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo state has imposed a curfew in the area which covers Shasha and the market area, is to run from 6 pm to 7 am. He also ordered the closure of Shasha market.
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DJ Cuppy says she’s now a new creation as she gets baptised
Nigerian Disc Jockey, DJ Cuppy says she is now a new creation as she gets baptised.
The 31-year-old singer shared the news to her fans on her Instagram page where she shared photos from the baptismal event.
DJ Cuppy wrote, “This summer, I made THE best decision of my life— to fully dedicate my life to God. Baptism isn’t just a ceremony; it’s a transformation. I am a new creation, reborn in His grace ️✝️
The way to live us actually to die…
Of course I am still DJ Cuppy, but now, every beat, every moment, has a deeper meaning. I see life in a new, brighter light. At 31, I finally understand what it means to live a purpose-driven life. Each day, I’m learning to live with intention, guided by something bigger than myself. Thank You, Father, for Your Salvation .”
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Lati introduced me to Chioma – Davido reveals
Nigerian singer and latest groom in town, David Adeleke aka Davido has disclosed the identity of the person who introduced him to his wife, Chioma.
He made this known to the public when he was speaking with some of his groomsmen. According to him, it was his longtime friend and associate, Lati Biola introduced him to Chioma. Davido said: “You know that it was Lati who introduced him to my wife.”
As of the time of filing this report, Davido and Chioma are still in their wedding mood. Their wedding tagged ‘CHIVIDO2024’ has the attendance of celebrities, politicians, and dignitaries from all walks of life including Ooni of Ife, Obi Cubana, and others.
Davido engaged Chioma in 2019 and first addressed her as his wife in the year 2023. In the year, 2024, Davido fulfills his promise to wed Chioma after announcing that his wedding will be held in a few days.
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CHIVIDO 2024: ‘Your daughter will be protected, respected, connected’ – Davido tells Chioma’s parents
Nigerian singer, David Adeleke, AKA Davido, has assured the parents of his bride, Chioma Rowland, that their daughter would be respected, protected, and connected in their union.
The latest groom in town disclosed in the ongoing wedding ceremony in Lagos today where he promised Chioma “a lifetime assurance”.
He said: “I promised her a lifetime assurance. I promise you, that your daughter will be protected, respected, and connected.
“Mummy and daddy, I love you.”
Watch the video below:
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