PUTIN WOOS AFRICAN LEADERS AT SHOWCASE SUMMIT, SAYS RUSSIA IS BETTER PARTNER THAN 'COLONIAL' WEST. (PHOTO).

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 Putin woos African leaders at showcase summit, says Russia is better partner than 'colonial' West President Vladimir Putin told African leaders ​on Wednesday that Russia was their best partner, accusing what he cast as a colonial West of still trying ‌to exploit the continent's resources and using debt to hold back development, Reuters reported. The Kremlin chief was speaking at the third Russia-Africa Summit in Moscow, a two-day event attended by African leaders and government delegations from 48 countries, during which he will hold one-on-one talks with many of the 22 individual African leaders ​attending on everything from trade to security, arms deals and grain supplies. "Africa is increasingly asserting itself as one of the key players in the global economy and politics. However, the emergence of a multipolar world is, of ​course, no easy task; it faces resistance from countries that are not prepared to accept this reality: those who are accustomed to ​thinking i...

ZLATAN IBILE CRITICIZES 'AWKWARD' FAN REACTIONS TO PUBLIC FIGURES. (PHOTO).


 Zlatan Ibile Criticizes 'Awkward' Fan Reactions to Public Figures


Nigerian music sensation Omoniyi Temidayo Raphael, widely known as Zlatan Ibile, has publicly addressed the often-uncomfortable encounters celebrities face with overly enthusiastic fans. The Zanku Records founder voiced his concerns regarding individuals who exhibit what he describes as "awkward" and "overwhelming" conduct when meeting public figures.


Through a post on his official X (formerly Twitter) handle, Zlatan highlighted a common phenomenon where individuals become so starstruck by a famous personality that their actions appear inappropriate or, as he candidly put it, they "look stupid" in the moment. His commentary reflects a sentiment shared by many public figures who navigate these challenging fan interactions.


The acclaimed artist and father of one further elaborated on his thoughts, expressing a unique wish. He stated that he hoped those who display such tendencies might have a famous person within their immediate household. According to Zlatan, this personal connection would help normalize the experience of being around stardom, potentially mitigating the extreme reactions often observed in public settings.


Zlatan Ibile's remarks shed light on the ongoing conversation surrounding fan etiquette and the boundaries between admiration and discomfort in the world of celebrity. His call-out serves as a reminder of the need for respectful interactions, even when faced with the excitement of meeting a favorite star.

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