A PRIEST IN ANAMBRA STATE WEDDED A COUPLE YESTERDAY, DESPITE DISPUTES WITH THE BRIDE’S FATHER. (PHOTOS).

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 A priest in Anambra State wedded a couple yesterday, despite disputes with the bride’s father In a video circulating online, the Reverend Father narrated that The father of the bride who is from Nteje had insisted that the wedding should not take place unless his daughter swøre never to associate with his mother whom he has a quarrel with. The conflict arose from past marriage issues between the father and her mother. Before the wedding, the father repeatedly met with the priest, warning that he had already taken the bride's mother to a deity and that the girl must follow him to the shrine to appease that deity before the marriage can go on. For peace to prevail, the priest advised the couple to comply with all the father’s requests so the wedding could proceed, the priest even donated some of the items that the brides father told her to bring to use in appeasing the deity. However, when they reached the shr|ne, the father suddenly changed his demand, insisting the daughter take a...

US CONSUL GENERAL HOSTS RECEPTION TO HONOUR 17TH HEADIES AWARDS. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE.


 US CONSUL GENERAL HOSTS RECEPTION TO HONOUR 17TH HEADIES AWARDS


The United States Consulate hosted an exclusive reception to honour the 17th Headies Awards at the Consular Residence on Modupe Alakija Crescent, Ikoyi, on Thursday.


Speaking at the event, the Honourable Commissioner for Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mrs. Toke Benson-Awoyinka expressed her excitement and pleasure that the Headies had returned to Lagos, reaffirming the city's status as the entertainment hub of Nigeria. She reiterated the commitment of the Lagos State Government, under the leadership of Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu, to develop and elevate the creative industry. She also emphasised the state's role in facilitating the return of the prestigious award ceremony to its home base.


On his part, the United States Ambassador to Nigeria, Mr. Richard Mills Jr., expressed his appreciation to the Lagos State Government for its continuous support of the creative sector. He highlighted the collaboration between the U.S. firms and the Nigerian music industry, acknowledging the global recognition of Nigerian artists such as Burna Boy and Tems. 


The Ambassador also commended the founder of the Headies, Mr. Ayo Animasaun, for his resilience, dedication, and commitment to hosting the event annually. He spoke further on the ongoing collaborative efforts between the U.S. and Nigeria to support musical development, including initiatives that have provided training opportunities for young Nigerian creatives in the United States.


In his remarks, Mr. Ayo Animasaun expressed profound gratitude to the Lagos State Government and other key sponsors, stating that their support made it possible to host the Headies Awards successfully.


The event featured high-energy performances from various musical acts, including Beriola and Joel Brown. A major highlight of the evening was popular businessman and Cubana Chief Priest, who performed his new track for the first time alongside Joel Brown.


Dignitaries in attendance included the Permanent Secretary of the Lagos State Ministry of Tourism, Arts, and Culture, Mr. Olanrewaju Bajulaiye; renowned actor. Femi Adebayo, and other key stakeholders in the Nigerian music industry.

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