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Valentine’s Day Celebration:FCT Revellers Troop Abuja Cinemas
Some revellers in Federal Capital Territory (FCT), on Sunday trooped into Genesis and Silverbird cinemas in Abuja, to celebrate Valentine’s Day, in spite of the second wave of Covid-19 pandemic.
St. Valentine’s Day is observed on Feb.
14 every year globally and it is assume to be lovers day.The residents, who spoke with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) said they felt bored staying at home especially on this special day after months of lockdown, adding that they had numerous reasons to celebrate, in spite of the challenges.
According to them, it is fun to celebrate with your lovers, suitors, friends, children, others, inspite of the global challenge of COVID-19 pandemic that has claimed lives.
Mr Achem Chubi, a businessman, said Valentine’s day gave him a great opportunity to show affection to his fiance and other that he cherished.
Chubi said that they have been looking for something that would actually take them out, stressing that this great opportunity must be utilised, coupled with the fact that it was on Sunday.
” We all know that valentine’s day is known as lover’s day, it comes ones in a year and is a special day for people in romantic relationship.
“It is a day where you spend crucial time with spouses in appreciation, I want to appreciate my fiance by bringing her here to watch movie of her choice, since today is a day set aside to love and appreciate.
” I know COVID-19 pandemic is real, but with our hand sanitisers and face masks, I am rest assured that we are save,” he said.
Also, Mr Precious Monday, a student, said Valentine’ Day was a period when lovers should always show love to one another.
It was a period boyfriend or girlfriend should show love to themselves and to other including family members and friends too.
“I am happy to be here with my ‘babe’, we are new in Abuja. So, celebrating this special day together calls for more celebration.
” I will shower all the love to my girlfriend because I believe she deserves it. I actually bought her to watch the movie” Omo Ghetto’ (Saga) by Funke Akindele.
“I strongly believe that our staying together as lovers here will bring a remarkable moment for us,” he said.
Similarly, Mrs Victoria James said Valentine’s Day is a day set aside for the celebration of love and is observed globally.
James said that a little unwinding can help to reduce depression and stress, considering the state of the country.
She added that in spite of the situation of thing in the country, Nigerians would still celebrate.
“ As you can see, I am here with my family regardless of the situation, we will keep celebrating no matter the situation ,” she said.
NAN reports that COVID-19 protocols were observed from the entrance as revellers temperatures were checked, hands were sanitised and people were wearing face masks as well as observing social distance in obtaining tickets.
The movies shown at the cinemas include, “Vine Wine” ” Omo Ghetto” ” Still Falling” “The Little Things” “Soul” “A soldier’s story” among others.
Meanwhile, Mr Ihkaro Attah, Head Publicity, Enlightenment and Advocacy of the FCT Ministerial Enforcement Taskforce on COVID-19 had earlier warned residents on Friday not to violate COVID-19 guidelines.
Attah, therefore, advised residents to celebrate with their loved ones at home and also avoid behaviours that could put them and others in jeopardy.
He also noted that the enforcement taskforce would be fully out to ensure that the necessary protocols were followed and violators would be arrested and prosecuted.(NAN)
Former Big Brother Naija winner, Josephine Otabor, popularly known as Phyna, has claimed that she is still single because Nigerian men are scared of confident and independent women.
Speaking during a recent livestream on Twitch, the reality star claimed that most Nigerian men prefer women they can control when choosing a life partner and avoid independent women.
Phyna explained that expressive women like her are the worst hit because most men judge them by their social media rhetoric and decide to avoid them even before meeting them.
The actress said she is, however, not bothered by the trend, stressing that she can’t change herself to fit into a man’s expectations.
“I am a ten over ten. The thing is just that men are scared of bold and confident women. There are someone women that by mere looking at them you know that you can’t control them. But our Nigerian men like women that they can control.
“They don’t want women who have says or are exposed. So, we that are very loud about how we are, even without they meeting us, they are already scared and forming assumptions. But I really don’t care,” she expressed.
Afrobeats singer Spyro has revealed that 16 years of perseverance and struggle in the music industry finally paid off three years ago, attributing his success to divine intervention.
In a social media post, Spyro shared his testimony, recalling a period of profound struggle and disappointment that preceded his breakthrough.
He explained that it was at this critical juncture that his fortunes changed.
Following his past struggles, the singer now encourages others facing similar challenges, urging them to hold on to their dreams and never give up.
He attributes his turnaround to God, who transformed his life and propelled him to success three years ago.
Spyro wrote, “If someone had told me 3 years ago that I would become this fly, I would have argued it, and now I look at my life, and all I can say to someone reading this is please don’t give up…
“I have been in the industry hustling for 16 years, and I was at my lowest when JESUS changed it all, and that same JESUS is still in the business of changing lives, JUST BELIEVE.”
Afrobeats star Asake has reiterated his unwavering loyalty to his former label boss and mentor, Olamide, amid speculation of a fallout between the two artists.
Despite removing YBNL from his Instagram bio and unfollowing Olamide in December 2024, Asake in a recent interview with YouTuber Korty EO, emphasised that his perception of the rapper remains unchanged, stating, “Till the world ends, Baddo will always be Baddo.
The way I saw Baddo yesterday is the same way I see him today, and that will be the same way I will see him tomorrow, even if I become the president of America or Zimbabwe. Baddo will always be Baddo”.This development followed reports that Asake’s contract with YBNL may have expired, with the singer opting for independence rather than renewing the deal.
While neither Asake nor Olamide has publicly addressed the situation, industry insiders believe the split was amicable.
Asake has consistently credited Olamide for changing his life, and his latest comments reaffirm their enduring professional and personal bond.
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