28th March, 2014
Funsho Arogundade
The suspense and anticipation surrounding the #BlackREALvolution will be laid to rest tonight, Friday, 28 March, when the movement will be formally launched.
Top music acts led by Nigeria’s king of Afro-beat Femi Anikulapo-Kuti and 2Face Idibia, have thrown their weight behind the movement and the formal launch holding at the Eko Atlantic City, Victoria Island, Lagos.
There has also been an upsurge in support of the #BlackREALvolution from other celebrities including Sound Sultan, Chuddy K, comedians Bovi and Gordons and DJ Xclusive.
“I support peace and unity; I support any cause that fights for injustice and oppression. I advocate creativity, honesty and hard-work among the Nigerian youth. I support making Nigeria a better place. I will be at the launch of this movement,” said Sound Sultan.
DJ Xclusive also said his decision to support the movement was borne out of his love for Nigeria and the need for change in the society.
“BlackRealvolution is a movement of hard-working Nigerians who are open to change. We are innovative and fun-loving. We are a talented and creative bunch,” EME-signed DJ remarked.
On his own part, renowned comedian, Gordons, stated that his decision to join the movement was borne out of the spirit of patriotism and his love for change in the society.
Bovi said his support for the #Blackrealvolution stems from patriotism.
“I support positivity, I support moving Nigeria forward. I support the #Blackrealvolution,” Bovi stated.