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Kamala Harris Honors Quincy Jones as a Trailblazer in Music and Civil Rights
Vice President Kamala Harris recently paid a heartfelt tribute to Quincy Jones, a music industry giant who left an indelible mark on entertainment, civil rights, and the lives of those around him.
Writing on her X handle, she celebrated Jones as a trailblazer whose contributions shaped music, film, and culture in profound ways.
Her words showed not only his artistic legacy but also his role as a mentor, role model, and advocate for civil and human rights.
Quincy Jones is celebrated worldwide for his extraordinary talents as a composer, arranger, and producer, responsible for some of the most iconic music of the last century.
His career spanned over seven decades and included collaborations with legendary artists such as Michael Jackson, Ray Charles, Frank Sinatra, and Aretha Franklin.
Quincy’s influence in the music industry is unmatched; he produced Michael Jackson’s groundbreaking album Thriller, which became the best-selling album of all time.
His arrangements and compositions have brought joy to millions, and his contributions to the music world have garnered him an impressive 28 Grammy Awards out of 80 nominations, a record in itself.
Beyond his music, Jones was a powerful force for social justice.
As an advocate for civil and human rights, he used his influence to address racial inequalities and inspire future generations.
He collaborated on social campaigns and lent his voice to causes aimed at uplifting communities of colour.
Harris emphasized Jones’s dedication to these issues, underscoring how he championed civil rights with as much passion as he approached his music.
In this respect, he was a role model for young artists of colour, offering mentorship and guidance to those navigating the challenges of the entertainment industry.
For Harris, Jones was not just a musical icon but a personal friend.
She expressed admiration for his “generosity of spirit,” noting his selfless support for others and his unwavering kindness.
In her message, she and her husband Doug Emhoff extended their condolences to the Jones family and everyone touched by his remarkable life and legacy.
The House of Representative plan to start an awareness for the cause of gender-based violence on the streets of Abuja on Monday. The government aim to spread the awareness and reduce the forms of gender violence in the country.
The peaceful march will start at 8am from the Speaker’s Car Park, National Assembly Complex, and will end at the Nigeria Police Force Headquarters.
Details of the March was discusses at the House of assembly, 1000 participants will be attending which will also include the representatives and members of the public. This awareness is a sign of national unity and fighting for justice to restore stability in the country.
The Labour Party (LP) has firmly rejected claims that it is collaborating with President Bola Tinubu and the All Progressives Congress (APC) in preparation for the 2027 elections.
The allegations, made by human rights lawyer Deji Adeyanju in a viral video, were addressed in a statement by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Obiora Ifoh.
The LP emphasized its role as the leading opposition party, with its National Chairman, Barrister Julius Abure, consistently criticizing the current administration’s policies.
The party highlighted its post-2023 election efforts to hold the government accountable while advocating for reforms in Nigeria’s electoral system.
According to Ifoh, the LP remains committed to credible governance and dismissed any insinuations of collusion as baseless.
Describing Adeyanju’s claims as damaging and unfounded, the party challenged him to provide evidence to support his allegations.
The LP reaffirmed its stance as a principled opposition force determined to ensure fair and transparent leadership selection processes in the country.
A 25-year-old Indian man, Rohitash Kumar, narrowly escaped being cremated alive in Jhunjhunu, Rajasthan, after being mistakenly declared dead by hospital staff.
Kumar, who had hearing and speech difficulties, was rushed to the hospital on Thursday following an epileptic seizure. A doctor declared him dead without conducting a mandatory postmortem examination, and his body was sent for cremation.
As the funeral pyre was about to be lit, witnesses noticed Kumar’s body moving. He was immediately taken back to the hospital, where he died the next day during treatment.
The incident has led to the suspension of three doctors, with police launching an investigation into the negligence. Authorities have promised strict action to prevent such errors in the future.
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