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August 21, 2023 Sister Of Deceased Concertgoer Criticizes Asake For Video Tribute

Sister Of Deceased Concertgoer Criticizes Asake For Video Tribute

Rachel, the sibling of the late Rebecca Ikumelo, has strongly criticised the popular musician, Asake, for a tribute he made during his Sunday concert in London.

The tribute surprised Rebecca's family, whom Asake had not contacted since the tragic incident in December 2022 that led to Rebecca's passing, along with the security guard Gabrielle Hutchinson, due to a crowd surge at one of Asake's shows.

During his recent London concert, Asake displayed photos and videos of Rebecca Ikumelo and Gabrielle Hutchinson, dedicating a segment of his performance to the two fans. He also encouraged those with information about the incident to contact the police.

However, Rachel (@Rachaeliku) took to social media, particularly X (formerly known as Twitter), to express her dissatisfaction with the tribute. She criticised the musician for not reaching out to their family following the tragedy, yet proceeding to hold another concert in London less than nine months later and showcasing videos of Rebecca as a "tribute."

In her tweet, Rachel said, "What a sorry excuse for a 'tribute' from @asakemusik. My sister lost her life at your show, and you haven’t spoken to a single member of my family since. But can you hold another concert in London less than nine months later and play her videos as a 'tribute'? RIP Rebecca Ikumelo."

Although Asake had offered condolences to the family after the incident, Rachel highlighted that he had not obtained consent from the family before sharing videos of Rebecca during the recent tribute. She underscored the importance of seeking permission before using personal material in such a manner.

Asake faced challenges in his previous December show at O2 Academy Brixton, which was sold out. Ticketless fans attempted to gain unauthorised access to the venue, leading to disruptions and eventual event cancellation. Tragically, the chaos resulted in two fatalities and numerous hospitalisations.

Rachel's criticism highlights the delicate balance between paying homage and respecting the wishes and emotions of the bereaved families in such circumstances.

August 21, 2023 ECOWAS Rejects Niger Junta’s Three-Year Transition Plan

ECOWAS Rejects Niger Junta’s Three-Year Transition Plan

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has firmly declined the military junta's proposed three-year power transition strategy.

Abdel-Fatau Musah, the ECOWAS Commissioner for Political Affairs, Peace, and Security, conveyed this decision during an interview with the BBC.

In a late-night announcement on Saturday, Abdourahmane Tchiani, the self-declared leader of the Niger Republic, declared that the nation would transition back to civilian governance within three years.

However, no specific details regarding the plan were provided. Tchiani mentioned that the foundational principles of this transition period would be established within the next 30 days through a dialogue facilitated by the junta.

This declaration followed a meeting between the junta leader and a delegation from ECOWAS, led by Nigeria's former head of state, Abdulsalami Abubakar.

In response to Tchiani's proposed timeline, ECOWAS Commissioner Musah asserted that the organisation would no longer accept extended regional transition periods. This firm stance highlights ECOWAS's commitment to ensuring timely and effective transitions in governance within the West African region.

August 21, 2023 Pre-Inauguration Shuffle: Tinubu Reassigns Oyetola, Tunji-Ojo, Momoh, And More

Pre-Inauguration Shuffle: Tinubu Reassigns Oyetola, Tunji-Ojo, Momoh, And More

In a significant move ahead of the inauguration, President Bola Tinubu has given his nod to a series of ministerial redeployments and renamed a key ministry.

The Federal Ministry of Environment and Ecological Management has been officially rebranded as the Federal Ministry of Environment.

Former Governor of Osun State and Minister-designate Adegboyega Oyetola has witnessed a notable redeployment, shifting from his prior role in the Ministry of Transportation to taking on a new role in the Ministry of Marine and Blue Economy.

According to a statement released by the President's spokesperson, Ajuri Ngelale, Minister-designate Bunmi Tunji-Ojo has been reassigned to the Ministry of Interior. Simultaneously, Sa’idu Alkali, another minister-designate, has taken on the responsibilities of the Ministry of Transportation.

Another significant change involves the redeployment of minister-designate Abubakar Momoh from the Federal Ministry of Youth to the Federal Ministry of Niger Delta Development.

This move has garnered attention, especially since the Niger Delta ministry had been conspicuously absent from the previous list of appointments, sparking various reactions. Notably, the Federal Ministry of Youth is yet to be allocated to a Minister-Designate soon.

Moreover, notable shifts have occurred in the Oil & Gas sector, where both Ministers of State have been integrated into the Federal Ministry of Petroleum Resources. Heineken Lokpobiri is now the Minister of State (Oil), and Ekperipe Ekpo holds the Minister of State (Gas) position.

In the preceding week, President Tinubu unveiled the portfolios for the 45 ministers-designate, reserving the position of Minister of Environment and Ecological Management specifically for a representative from Kaduna State. These changes mark a strategic restructuring in the lead-up to the inauguration, signifying a dynamic shift in ministerial responsibilities and naming conventions.

August 21, 2023 Coco Gauff To Win Third Title At Cincinnati Open, Defeating Karolina Muchova

Coco Gauff To Win Third Title At Cincinnati Open, Defeating Karolina Muchova

American teenager Coco Gauff claimed the biggest title of her career with a straight-set win over Karolina Muchova in the Cincinnati Open final.

Gauff followed up her shock win over top seed Iga Swiatek in the semi-final with a 6-3 6-4 victory over her Czech opponent in Sunday's final.

It is the 19-year-old's fifth career title and her third of 2023 after wins in Washington DC and Auckland.

The victory gives Gauff a huge boost before the US Open, which starts on 28 August.

The American also becomes the first teenager to win three WTA titles in one year since Bianca Andreescu in 2019.

Seventh seed Gauff broke her opponent - whom she was facing for the first time - three times in the first set and confidently served out the opener to love in her first WTA 1000 final appearance.

Muchova, who is set to enter the top 10 for the first time, struggled for consistency, and a missed backhand in the fifth game of the second set gave Gauff a break.

Although the American failed to convert three match-point chances while serving at 5-2, she made amends in her next service game to seal the victory.

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