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US city, Boston declares March 2 ‘Burna Boy Day’
By Francesca Hangeior
The City of Boston, Massachusetts, USA, has declared March 2 as “Burna Boy Day”, in recognition of the Nigerian artiste’s performances and advocacy works.
This was disclosed in a letter signed by Ruthzee Louijeune, the Boston City Councilor.
The letter reads: “Singer and songwriter Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu, known professionally as “Burna Boy, was born and raised in Port Harcourt, Rivers State, Nigeria and is now a global cultural icon who has helped introduce and popularise afrobeats to the entire world.
“For too long, mainstream narratives have marginalised African voices and overlooked the richness of the continent’s cultural heritage, with Buma Boy’s rise to prominence highlighting a shift in this paradigm.
“Buma Boy proudly embraces his Nigerian and African identity, infusing it with contemporary sounds to create music that resonates with audiences worldwide, thereby challenging stereotypes about African artistry and opening doors for aspiring artistes from similar backgrounds.
“Through his performances and advocacy work, Burna Boy amplifies the voices of marginalised communities and advocates for their recognition and rights.
”Using his platform not only to entertain but also to educate and inspire, starting conversations about social justice, equity, and representation.
“Nigeria is the largest source of African immigration in the Unitcd States and Massachusets is one of the top 10 states with the highest Nigerian-born population, according to the American Community Survey.
“Boston’s commitment to recognising and celebrating culture and diversity is evident in the range of cultural events, festivals, and community initiatives that showcase the city’s multicultural landscape.
“Burna Boy’s legacy serves as a reminder of possibility, reminding us to continue amplifying voices that have long been silenced or overlooked.
Burna Boy is a Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer, who won Best Global Music Album for “Twice As Tall” at the premiere ceremony of the 63rd GRAMMY Awards.
A Nigerian lady, Ugegbe Oyibo, has opined that any man who earns N100k monthly in this present economy should not think about getting married.
In a Facebook post, she opined that such a man should consider multiplying his income instead of thinking about marriage.
By Francesca Hangeior
A TikToker, Ojesanmi Afeez, popularly known as Salo, has been reportedly robbed and shot in the Lekki area of Lagos State.
This was made known in the late hours of Thursday by another TikToker, Tunde Perry, who often joins him in his live streams on the app.
According to Perry, the content creator is currently fighting for his life at Perez Medcare Hospital, Lekki Phase 2 after he was shot in the leg by assailants who robbed him of his gold chain.
Perry said, “They have shot Salo in the leg. They have also stolen his gold chain at one filling station in Lekki. Some boys just rushed him to the hospital and I have gone there now.”
A trending video also showed Salo’s white AMG GLE 43 Mercedes Benz car stained with blood with a case of bullet on the driver seat of the vehicle.
An eyewitness who is privy to the matter but craved anonymity narrated that Salo’s condition is critical, adding, “When I got to the hospital, I was not allowed to enter, the nurse just said we should keep praying for him because his condition is critical.
“We don’t know who he offended. Just like he might not know too. You cannot be wiser and tricky than the person watching you. I just advise him to be careful if he eventually survives this.”
By Mario Deepromoter
The richest female musician in the world is now Taylor Swift.
Her complete record collection’s worth and the success of her fully booked worldwide The Eras Tour were cited as reasons for her prosperity.
The 34-year-old is the first singer whose songs and live performances alone have made her a billionaire.
With a $1.6 billion net worth, Taylor Swift has emerged as the richest singer in the world, according to Forbes.
Her earnings from touring and royalties are $600 million, while her music library accounts for an additional $600 million of her wealth.
Taylor Swift has surpassed Jay-Z, who is estimated to be worth $2.5 billion, to become the second-richest musician in the world.
On Forbes’ list of the world’s billionaires, she is number 2,117, surpassing famous female musicians like Celine Dion at $550 million, Rihanna at $1.4 billion, Beyoncé at $760 million, and Madonna at $850 million.
Prior to her rise to the number two spot on Forbes’ list, Rihanna had the highest net worth of any female musician in the world at $1.7 billion.
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