{"id":51378,"date":"2024-09-06T10:47:19","date_gmt":"2024-09-06T10:47:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/former-nigerian-presidential-candidate-peter-obi-in-rwanda-for-sherrie-silver\/"},"modified":"2024-09-08T14:08:32","modified_gmt":"2024-09-08T14:08:32","slug":"former-nigerian-presidential-candidate-peter-obi-in-rwanda-for-sherrie-silver","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/former-nigerian-presidential-candidate-peter-obi-in-rwanda-for-sherrie-silver\/","title":{"rendered":"Former Nigerian Presidential candidate Peter Obi in Rwanda for Sherrie Silver gala (Video)"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Speaking to IGIHE upon his arrival, Obi expressed his admiration for Rwanda\u2019s transformation, particularly the changes he observed at Kigali International Airport. \u201cThe airport has expanded and looks more executive than before,\u201d he remarked, recalling his previous experiences when he only transited through the country. <\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"932\" height=\"524\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/d8CgF4oQsmE\" title=\"Meet Peter Gregory Obi the Nigerian Politician who is in Rwanda to grace &quot;The Silva Gala&quot;\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/p>\n<p>This is his first time stepping onto Rwandan soil, and he is already impressed by the nation\u2019s progress.<br \/>\nObi\u2019s relationship with Sherrie Silver began through social media, where he was captivated by her global influence and dedication to uplifting African youth. \u201cHer influence on the world stage fascinated me,\u201d Obi said.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI am more than willing to support her in any way I can.\u201d He emphasized that supporting young talents like Silver, who rose from humble beginnings to become a global icon, is something he is passionate about.<br \/>\nObi expressed his desire to use his platform to encourage more African youths to strive for success in various fields. \u201cThe sky is the limit for the youth,\u201d he said. \u201cThey can always count on me for support, whether in art, fashion, or music.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>The Silver Gala, organized by the Sherrie Silver Foundation, promises to be a night of glamour, entertainment, and impact. The foundation, which supports over 660 children and youths, empowers young people with the skills, tools, and resources they need to lift themselves out of poverty and create brighter futures.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-74573 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/6c9a0053.jpg\" alt=\"Peter Obi was welcomed by his host Sherrie Silver upon arrival at Kigali International Airport\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>Obi\u2019s presence at the event underscores his commitment to fostering youth development across the continent.<br \/>\nThe gala will feature prominent speakers such as Fred Swaniker, founder of the African Leadership Group and African Leadership University, and award-winning Rwandan musician The Ben.<\/p>\n<p>The event will also include performances by children from the Sherrie Silver Foundation, showcasing their talents in dance, along with performances by musician Boukuru.<br \/>\nDJs Toxxyk and Sonia, who have pledged to provide deejaying lessons to the children in the coming days, will entertain the audience, further supporting the foundation\u2019s mission of equipping youth with valuable skills.<\/p>\n<p>As a successful businessman, Obi hinted at the possibility of exploring business opportunities in Rwanda. \u201cI cannot rule out the possibility of establishing a business relationship with Rwanda,\u201d he said, recognizing the country&#8217;s potential for growth and collaboration.<br \/>\nHis visit not only supports Sherrie Silver\u2019s cause but also opens doors for future partnerships between Nigeria and Rwanda.<\/p>\n<p>Founded by Sherrie Silver, the Silver Foundation is dedicated to helping young people realize their full potential. Silver\u2019s journey from a humble background to global fame mirrors the stories of the youths she now empowers.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-74572 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/6c9a0057.jpg\" alt=\"Former Anambra State Governor Peter Obi is in Kigali for the Sherrie Silver Gala slated for tomorrow Saturday September 5, 2024 arrived with his delegation from Nigeria\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>The foundation\u2019s next major goal is to establish a permanent Talent Development Centre in Rwanda, which will house the country\u2019s first-ever theatre.<br \/>\n\u201cThe Sherrie Silver Foundation is here to stay,\u201d Silver told the press, emphasizing her commitment to expanding the foundation\u2019s impact. \u201cWe are eager to extend our support to more children and create spaces for artistic expression and growth.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As the gala approaches, Silver extended an open invitation to the public: \u201cI am inviting you to my first event in Rwanda, a glamorous gala dinner bringing together business leaders and my celebrity friends,\u201d she posted on her X. All proceeds will go towards supporting the foundation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>With Peter Obi\u2019s support, along with other influential figures, the Silver Gala promises to be an unforgettable night, celebrating the power of youth and the potential for a brighter future.<br \/>\nHis arrival in Rwanda marks not just a commitment to youth empowerment but also the possibility of future collaborations that could benefit both Rwanda and Nigeria. <\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-74570 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/6c9a0077.jpg\" alt=\"Peter Obi says he has a special attachment to youths who go an extra mile to try and create positive impacts in the world\" \/><\/figure>\n<p>The Silver Gala, slated for Saturday 7, 2024 will undoubtedly be a night of glamour, impact, and inspiration for all involved.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"spip-document spip-document-74571 aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/jpg\/6c9a0064.jpg\" alt=\"Peter Obi arrives at Kigali International Airport\" \/><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Nigerian politician and businessman Peter Gregory Obi arrived in Rwanda on Thursday, September 5, 2024, to support the Sherrie Silver Foundation at the highly anticipated Silver Gala.<\/p>\n<p>Obi, a former Governor of Anambra State and the 2023 Nigerian Presidential candidate, is in Rwanda to lend his influence to a cause close to his heart \u2013 empowering youth through the work of Sherrie Silver, the globally recognized MTV Award-winning choreographer and philanthropist.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":135,"featured_media":2000074569,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[75],"byline":[3135],"hashtag":[],"class_list":["post-51378","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-entertainment","tag-homenews","byline-sam-k-nkurunziza-2"],"bylines":[{"id":3135,"name":"Sam K Nkurunziza","slug":"sam-k-nkurunziza-2","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":null}],"contributors":[{"id":3135,"name":"Sam K Nkurunziza","slug":"sam-k-nkurunziza-2","description":"","image":{"id":0,"url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/?s=96&d=mm&f=y&r=g","alt":"Default avatar","title":"Default avatar","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","sizes":[]},"user_id":null}],"featured_image":{"id":2000074569,"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/6c9a0077.jpg","alt":"","caption":"","mime_type":"image\/jpeg","width":0,"height":0,"sizes":{"thumbnail":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/6c9a0077.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"medium":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/6c9a0077.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"medium_large":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/6c9a0077.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"large":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/6c9a0077.jpg","width":1,"height":1},"full":{"url":"https:\/\/en-images.igihe.com\/IMG\/logo\/6c9a0077.jpg","width":0,"height":0}}},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51378","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/135"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=51378"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/51378\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2000074569"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=51378"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=51378"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=51378"},{"taxonomy":"byline","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/byline?post=51378"},{"taxonomy":"hashtag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/new.igihe.com\/english\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/hashtag?post=51378"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}