Afro-jazz star Manu Dibango dies of Corona virus (photos)


Afro-jazz star Manu Dibango dies of coronavirus


Manu Dibango won a Grammy Award for his song Soul Makossa.

Famous Cameroonian saxophonist Emmanuel N'Djoke Dibango, popularly known as Manu Dibango, has died of coronavirus.

He died on Tuesday morning at a hospital outside the French capital, Paris.

The 86-year-old jazz musician had last week announced on his Facebook page that he had contracted the coronavirus.

He is best known for the 1972 hit Soul Makossa.




تعليقات

إرسال تعليق

For advert placing, call 08024114163

المشاركات الشائعة من هذه المدونة

Political Dynamics in Abia State: A Half-Empty Stadium and the Future of Governance

صورة
...........as the hired crowd grumbled about the paltry sum of two thousand naira they received to fill the venue  In a striking display of political maneuvering, some Internally Displaced Politicians (IDPs) in Abia State hosted Governor Dr. Alex Otti at Enyimba Stadium in Aba.  However, the event was marked by a notable absence of public enthusiasm, as the stadium remained half-empty, raising questions about the current political climate in the region. The gathering was organized under the guise of being representatives of the old Bende stakeholders, a group that traditionally holds significant influence in the political landscape of Abia State.  However, the choice of venue—Aba instead of Bende—has sparked speculation and concern among political observers.  The decision to host the governor in a location outside of Bende could suggest a disconnect between the governor and the traditional power brokers of the area. The sparse attendance at the event is t...
قراءة المزيد

The Political Tensions in Abia State: Governor Alex Otti vs. President Bola Tinubu

صورة
..........𝒂𝒔 𝑹𝒕 𝑯𝒐𝒏 𝑩𝒆𝒏𝒋𝒂𝒎𝒊𝒏 𝑲𝒂𝒍𝒖 𝒂𝒄𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒍𝒚 𝒑𝒓𝒐𝒎𝒐𝒕𝒆𝒔 𝑷𝒓𝒆𝒔𝒊𝒅𝒆𝒏𝒕 𝑻𝒊𝒏𝒖𝒃𝒖'𝒔 𝒊𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒂𝒕𝒊𝒗𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑨𝒃𝒊𝒂 𝒔𝒕𝒂𝒕𝒆 In the complex landscape of Nigerian politics, the rivalry between Abia State Governor Dr. Alex Otti and President Bola Tinubu has become increasingly pronounced.  The ongoing tensions, often described as a proxy war, have raised eyebrows and sparked discussions among political observers and citizens alike.  The governor's camp has been vocal in its criticism of the president, leading to questions about the motivations behind these attacks and the implications for the political future of Abia State. At the heart of this political strife is the growing influence of Deputy Speaker Rt. Hon. Benjamin Kalu, who has been actively promoting President Tinubu's initiatives in Abia State.  Kalu's efforts to highlight the president's projects have not only garnered attention but have also positione...
قراءة المزيد

The Unending Journey of Learning: Insights from Harvard Kennedy School

صورة
.............𝑎𝑠 𝑅𝑡 𝐻𝑜𝑛 𝐵𝑒𝑛𝑗𝑎𝑚𝑖𝑛 𝐾𝑎𝑙𝑢 𝑖𝑛𝑡𝑒𝑟𝑎𝑐𝑡𝑠 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ 𝑁𝑖𝑔𝑒𝑟𝑖𝑎𝑛 𝑠𝑡𝑢𝑑𝑒𝑛𝑡𝑠, 𝑜𝑡ℎ𝑒𝑟𝑠 𝑎𝑡 𝐻𝑎𝑟𝑣𝑎𝑟𝑑 Learning is a lifelong journey that transcends age, occupation, and geography.  It is a vital component of personal and societal development, enabling individuals to adapt to ever-changing environments.  One notable example of this pursuit of knowledge is the recent experience of Rt Hon Benjamin Kalu, the Deputy Speaker of the House of Representatives in Nigeria.  His engagement at the Harvard Kennedy School reflects the importance of dialogue in the spheres of leadership and governance systems, specifically in relation to Nigeria's future. At Harvard, Rt Hon Kalu participated in conversations that explored the theory and practice of governance.  This experience is particularly significant in the context of the challenges facing Nigeria today, including economic instability, security issues, and governance failures....
قراءة المزيد