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#XenophobicAttacks: Banky W, Mr Eazi, Ini Edo and other celebrities react to attacks on Nigerians in South Africa

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5 years ago

September 3, 2019

#XenophobicAttacks: Banky W, Mr Eazi, Ini Edo and other celebrities react to attacks on Nigerians in South Africa

Some Nigerian celebrities following the xenophobic attacks on Nigerians in South Africa have joined in condemning the attacks.

Reports of attacks by some South Africans on other nationals began a few days ago with businesses owned by foreigners being destroyed while videos of people being burnt alive flooded social media.

The videos from the xenophobic attack which have since gone viral have sparked outrage from Nigerians home and abroad.

Nigerian entertainment industry players such as Mr Eazi, Banky W, Peter Okoye of Psquare fame and others have all through their social media handles expressed their displeasure against the gruesome acts.

Below are some posts from celebrities:

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I haven’t been able to bring myself to watch the videos from the recent attacks against Nigerians and other foreign nationals by some South Africans. My heart can’t take it. My mind can’t fathom how you kill another human being based on their nationality. My mind can’t fathom how the people that spent years oppressed have become the oppressors. Businesses burnt down, lives lost. The people that have died as a result of Xenophobia, whether past or present, were not only sons, daughters, friends, mothers, fathers etc….they were human beings like you and I and their only crime was their nationality. This isn’t the South Africa that Mandela fought for. Let’s use our voices and let’s speak against this. We are all members of the same body. We must do better. It is my hope that people of influence in South Africa rise up and speak against all that is happening. Evil only prevails when good men do nothing. May the souls of the departed, rest in peace and may the lord replenish all that has been lost. We must…now more than ever…lead with Love. Ps. It is the responsibility of EVERY SINGLE AFRICAN to speak out about Xenophobia. Not just a select few. There is power in numbers. #notoxenophonia
A post shared by Adesua Etomi-Wellington (@adesuaetomi) on Sep 2, 2019 at 11:52pm PDT

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Enough is enough! Other Africans are not your enemies! The second you realise that we are one, the better for the continent. This is devastating! Ps. EVERYONE needs to speak up…YES, that includes you! Spend less time paying attention to who is/isn’t speaking up and more time ACTUALLY SPEAKING UP! Every voice counts…even those with less than a thousand followers! Don’t be a hypocrite! #SayNoToXenophobia #EveryVoiceCounts
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💔💔💔 #xenophobia #SouthAfrica #Nigeria
A post shared by Banky Wellington (@bankywellington) on Sep 2, 2019 at 11:37pm PDT
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We have been programmed to Hate Ourselves! Black on Black, Tribe on Tribe & this must stop!! Leaders must stop using our differences to divide us and as an excuse for their incompetences! We must address the Real ENEMY which is the failure to address the After Effects of Apartheid & bad governance which is massive Innequality Poverty, Hunger, corruption , oppression , Economic & Mental Slavery!!! #xenophobia #StopHate
A post shared by Don Eazi (@mreazi) on Sep 3, 2019 at 12:42am PDT

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Twitter is such a strange place, it’s like people are filled with so much anger, everyone is a target. How do you skip all these tweets and decide to hold on to the last slide, I have seen people call celebrities out yet on their own pages, they’ve said nothing. In their own communities they remain silent. I have seen people incite the public to burn buildings, destroy modems, boycott South African businesses where Nigerians also work and make a living and I ask if we respond with Violence who wins? If we send people home who will fend for their families? So because I choose to spread love I am accused of being on the fence, I have heard so many arguments on this matter and I think we need to free ourselves from mental slavery. No one wins here. They say Nigerians are selling drugs and my response is it is not a true representation of the average Nigerian, they say we take over their lands and take their jobs but our doors are open to them here, many businesses have Foreign managers and we don’t Complain. It is time from Africa to truly unite . The war is not between us, the war is “ignorance”. Not all South Africans are Xenophobic, we all have to come together to educate the ignorant amongst us and while we are at it, can we also stop the tribal statements among ourselves, can we all just stop? To those blaming celebrities, what have you done in your work place, your communities, your own space? Are you promoting destruction of properties and businesses or are you educating people on how to do better? First they come at you for not lending your voice, you do but they come st you even harder for not saying what they want to hear and if you ask them what they have done….. Nothing. Absolutely nothing. If this makes me on the fence then I’ll rather sit on it and watch my nails dry ❤️
A post shared by Toke Makinwa (@tokemakinwa) on Sep 3, 2019 at 6:11am PDT

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This is what the deputy minister of S.A police has to say….Our leaders please wake up from your slumber and save our sisters and brothers from this impending war.. Do something now before it’s too late….Every life matters..We are not cowards,let’s not act like we are…@profosinbajo @dinomelaye @presidentmuhammadubuhari @aishambuhari tag the them
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Social Trends: Sarkodie, Gyakie & Jay Bahd: London Studio Vibes

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May 6, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

Sarkodie, Gyakie & Jay Bahd: London Studio Vibes

In a London studio session, Ghanaian music sensations Sarkodie, Gyakie, and Jay Bahd united, sparking excitement and speculation about a potential collaboration.

Sarkodie links up with Gyakie and Jay Bahd in London ♥️😍 pic.twitter.com/RW4RUrx9Zm
— Maame Ama Adoma (@MaameAmaAdoma) May 6, 2024

Social media posts captured the trio’s meeting, with fans expressing enthusiasm and playful banter, including a jab at Shatta Wale and Stonebwoy.

Sarkodie, Jay Bahd and KJ Spio inside a studio in London. New music?? 🐐😍♥️ pic.twitter.com/EjbWdZ0yeh
— Maame Ama Adoma (@MaameAmaAdoma) May 6, 2024

The event has generated significant buzz within the Ghanaian music community, as the artists’ diverse talents promise a unique and captivating project.

King Sark jamming to “Fly Girl” by @beeztrapkotm in London with Jay Bahd 🔥🔥🔥pic.twitter.com/IGTL6srWOW
— SarkNatives Ghana (@SarkNativesGH) May 6, 2024

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Davido To Headline Second Annual Tribeville Featuring Wande Coal, Young John & More

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May 6, 2024

Ameyaw Debrah

Tribeville returns to The Lawn at White Oak Music Hall in Houston, Texas on Friday, July 5 for its second annual edition. Headlined by Afrobeats king Davido, the music festival from acclaimed event promoter and production company Duke Concept is a celebration of Black music from around the world united under one tribe.

In addition to Davido’s headlining performance, Tribeville will host fellow Nigerian acts Wande Coal and Young John, Grenadian singer V’ghn, Trinidadian soca artist Preedy, Nigerian singer-songwriter Chike, Afrorap act Bils, Alté group The Compozers, and South African rapper Focalistic, along with DJ sets by Skyla Tylaa, Babygirl The DJ, DJ Mobu, DJ Obi & DJ Big N, and many more.

Tribeville launched its inaugural edition in April 2023 with a lineup featuring Adekunle Gold, Oxlade, Victony, Libianca, and more. Returning this year, Tribeville follows Duke Concept’s first-ever all-Ghanaian music festival Rolling Cocoa in Washington, D.C. and Davido’s monumental headline stop at New York City’s Madison Square Garden. Tribeville will continue Duke Concept’s mission to bring the vibrant flavors of Africa and the Caribbean to stages across the U.S. and beyond.

Pre-sale begins on Wednesday, May 8 at 10 AM local time with general on-sale to follow on Friday, May 10 at 10 AM local time.

For tickets and more information, please visit:
https://www.tribeville.com/

Tribeville Lineup
Davido
Wande Coal
Young Jonn
V’ghn
Preedy
Chike
Bils
The Compozers
Focalistic
Skyla Tylaa
Babygirl The DJ
DJ Mobu
DJ Obi & DJ Big N
DJ Oreo
DJ Towii
DJ Shinski
DJ Trill
DJ Silent Killer
DJ Modello
DJ Eze

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I am proud I didn’t chase money blindly – Blakk Rasta

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May 6, 2024

Emmanuel Sarpong

Ghanaian reggae and Kuchoko artiste, Abubakar Ahmed, professionally known Blakk Rasta has recently expressed his contentment in investing in the future generation rather than relentlessly chasing wealth. (more…)

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Burna Boy cancels Netherlands concert, promises tickets refund

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5 hours ago

May 6, 2024

Emmanuel Sarpong

Burna Boy Breaks Several Milestones on Apple Music

The highly anticipated concert by Grammy-winning Nigerian artist Burna Boy, slated for June 9th at the Johan Cruyff Arena Stadium in the Netherlands, has been called off.

Burna Boy personally relayed the disappointing news via his Instagram account, citing the event organizers’ failure to uphold their part of the agreement as the reason behind the cancellation.

Expressing his regret over the situation, Burna Boy assured fans that ticket holders would receive full refunds directly from their original point of purchase within the next 30 days.

In an Instagram post on Thursday, May, 2, 2024 the ‘On the low’ hitmaker emphasized the importance of fulfilling contractual obligations and thanked his fans for their support, signing off with a message of love and anticipation for future gatherings.

“We regret to inform you that due to a failure by the event organisers to meet their contracted obligations, Burna Boy’s concert at the stadium on June 9th 2024 has been cancelled.

“All ticket buyers will be refunded from the point of purchase within 30 days. Love you and see you soon,” he wrote.