Gift Eke, a popular female musician known as 'Muma Gee', has called on the Rivers State government and well-meaning individuals to support and help raise the entertainment industry in the state. She made the call while addressing journalists in Port Harcourt, the state capital. Eke emphasized the need for the state to return to its original position as a hub for entertainment, where people travel from far and near to unwind.
Eke's call comes ahead of her “Muma Gee Comeback Concert”, which will mark her official return to the industry after close to two decades of absence. The concert will also serve as a platform to announce her plans to revive the entertainment industry in Rivers State. According to Eke, it is time for the state to revive its entertainment industry and take it back to the level where great musicians like Rex Lawson and others performed.
The musician noted that Port Harcourt used to be a "happening" town, where people like Ojukwu would travel from the Eastern part and Lagos to enjoy the entertainment. She expressed her desire to see Port Harcourt return to that level, where it can attract people from all over the world to come and enjoy the entertainment. Eke emphasized that this can be achieved if the government and well-meaning individuals support and raise the entertainment industry in Rivers State.
Eke stated that she and other entertainers are ready to work with the government and the media to boost the entertainment industry in Rivers State. She plans to have a meeting with other entertainers to discuss their welfare and the systematic operation of entertainment in the state. According to Eke, this is a crucial step towards reviving the industry and creating a roadmap for its growth.
The musician highlighted the importance of the entertainment industry in Nigeria's GDP, citing Lagos as a major hub for entertainment. She expressed her desire to replicate this success in Rivers State, which she believes can be achieved with the right support. Eke noted that Nigeria is rated high internationally in the entertainment industry, and Rivers State can contribute to this success.
Eke's plans for the entertainment industry in Rivers State include creating a blueprint and roadmap for its growth. She believes that with the right support, the industry can be revived and attract people from all over the world. According to Eke, this will not only boost the state's GDP but also provide a platform for entertainers to showcase their talents.
The Rivers State government has not yet responded to Eke's call for support. However, the musician remains optimistic that with the support of the government and well-meaning individuals, the entertainment industry in Rivers State can be revived. Eke's “Muma Gee Comeback Concert” is expected to be a major event in the state's entertainment calendar.
Key points
- Gift Eke urges Rivers State government to support entertainment industry
- Musician plans to revive entertainment industry in Rivers State
- Eke aims to create a blueprint for industry growth
