Graphic: Mysterious death at Lagoon Restaurant: Keyamo petitions IG of Police

Below is a petition to the Inspector General of Police from Festus Keyamo chambers about a staff of Lagoon Restaurant in VI who drowned while on duty. Read below…

Suspicious death of Mr. Chris Onaghise: A case of culpable homicide against the management of Lagoon Restaurant, Lagos

We are solicitors to Mr. Orobosa Onaghise (hereinafter referred to as ‘our Client’) on whose instructions we write to you.

Our Client briefed us as follows: That the Late Mr. Chris Onaghise (hereinafter referred to as ‘the Deceased’) is his son and until his demise, a staff of Lagoon Restaurant, Victoria Island, Lagos. Our client further informed us that on Monday 16^th June, 2014, he received a telephone call from a lady (who did not want to be identified) informing him that something tragic had happened to the deceased at his workplace. Our client consequently rushed to the Lagoon Restaurant but despite his best efforts could only arrive there after two (2) hours. Upon arriving at the Lagoon Restaurant, our client was informed that the deceased fell into the lagoon while on duty at about 10:00am that morning and was still in the lagoon.

Now listen, the pics after the cut are really graphic. It was sent to me so I figure they want people to see what happened to this young man so I will share it…but be warned it’s really graphic. Continue..

Our client demanded to know why no immediate rescue efforts were made to rescue the deceased and one Mr. Rami, the Managing Director of the Lagoon Restaurant informed our client that the Restaurant had no life jackets, divers or indeed safety apparatus. Upon our client’s persistence, the Managing Director invited a lady vide a telephone conversation who identified herself as a Police Officer from Bar Beach Police Station in charge of the investigations .

On enquiry as to the extent of investigations, our client was bluntly informed by the Police Offices that investigations had been concluded and that she believed that the deceased slipped, fell into the lagoon and consequently lost his life. Our client was curious as to how the investigations could have been concluded when the body of the deceased was still in the Lagoon and none of the eye-witnesses or the management of the Lagoon Restaurant had been questioned. Our client’s concerns were ignored by the Police Officer and the deceased was abandoned in the Lagoon despite the agitations of our client till 10:00pm.

Our client further informed us that the next day (17^th June, 2014), he visited the Bar beach Police Station where he met with the Divisional Police Officer (DPO) and enquired about the recovery of the body of the deceased and further investigation, to our client’s utter bewilderment, the DPO denied knowledge of the existence of the case and the allegedly concluded investigations. The DPO subsequently ordered an investigation and an invitation of all the eye witnesses including the Managing Director of the Lagoon Restaurant.

The DPO subsequently directed a recovery of the body of the deceased. At about 10:00pm on Tuesday, 17^th June, 2014, the body of the deceased was allegedly recovered from the same spot in which he was said to have slipped. A cursory look at the body of the deceased disclosed bruises and blood stains all over the face suggestive of a physical confrontation before the alleged drowning. To further confirm the foregoing suspicions, the deceased body did not show any signs of bowel enlargement consistent with drowning. Do find attached images of the body of the deceased to buttress the foregoing.

The question begging to be answered arising from these facts are as follows:

1.   Why is the obvious physical state of the body of the deceased inconsistent with the management’s narration of events leading to the death?

2.   In the unlikely event that the management of Lagoon Restaurant’s account of events is accurate, what are the safety measures put in place by the management of the Lagoon Restaurant to prevent such occurrence, since it carries on business in a high risk environment?

3.   Why was the staff that called to inform our client of the incident sacked immediately?

4.   Why did the management of the Lagoon Restaurant break into the deceased personal locker while the key to the said locker was found on the deceased’s body?

We are consequently constrained to write this petition to your exalted office as our client has become increasingly frustrated with the nonchalant attitude with which the Bar Beach Police Station is handling the investigations and the desperate efforts of Mr. Rami, the Managing Director of the Lagoon Restaurant (a Lebanese national) to conceal and destroy evidence that will aid the authorities to resolve all the queries raised by the foregoing facts.

We therefore urge you to use your good offices to order a full investigation and Coroner’s Inquest for the purpose of resolving the foregoing questions and consequently prefer criminal charges against all those found culpable.

We anticipate your urgent intervention in this matter.

 

Graphic: Mysterious death at Lagoon Restaurant: Keyamo petitions IG of Police

New Video: Mano - Let's Go

US-based Nigerian soulful RnB/Pop artist Mano has released the video for his much talked about single titled Let’s Go directed by Duks Arts. Enjoy and read more about him after the cut…

Man was born October 2, 1994. At a very early age, he started to show great interest in performing arts where he excelled and was given much commendation. He is currently signed to Sway Entertainment. Throughout his time in secondary school and university, Mano continued to follow his passion and grow as a singer, writer and entertainer. He has created a buzz for himself with covers to songs such as John Legend’s All Of Me and Bez’s That Stupid Song and original recordings including Real Love and Tonight working with producers like KD Pelz, Mike O and Eddie Gordo, amongst others.

New Video: Mano - Let's Go

INTERVIEW: 10 Minutes with Tosin Igho by Edward Fortune

The multi talented IGHO was born in 28 of September in Lagos. He grew up and went through school both in Lagos and the United Kingdom. At the age of 17 he founded a group called immaculate which consisted of six members and went on to produced their hit song (roc da party) which he also directed the music video for the song which was the first music video to get constant airplay on channel O. three years later he went on to study at a well renowned film school in southern Africa, there he got a record deal with Sony bmg as a member of the hip hop group” Da Pyramid” where he produced the song  “Never be the same” which held the number one spot on south Africa metro fm for 6 weeks, a record at the time. He claims title to producing a track call “Verbal massacre” produced for dj khaled on his recent we the best album. His works include an audio production for two albums for Sony bmg SA, he directed music videos for faze from plantation bozy, IV for Maye, which received three channel O nominations including (Video of the year) received nomination for his own video best newcomer (channel o awards). He’s also directed videos for Dbanj, Terry G, Sammie okposo just to name a few. (Google is still your friend).

His first solo single 9ja boy(I doubt if anyone can even remember that song sef) created an incredible buzz (The guy fine for that video ehn.. e even use girls wey get beta #UKWU to shiw say 9ja no dey carry last.) and was nominated best newcomer for the channel o awards but lost to a video which was also directed by himself.

Was taking a walk somewhere on the island trying to get over the fact that Brazil was actually flogged by Germany in a very shameful way. Was tryna understand how realistic that was cause the last i checked, na only for PS3 all dose kind #ojoro dey happen when all of a sudden this well built guy with dark shades (even for evening time ooo) pulled up beside me in one of those heavy machines that has four legs… The kind that you need not to be told that it would definitely cost a fortune to acquire. He rolled down his glass and said ….Nigga how far naa.. U just dey fresh…I no first understand wetin him talk cos all d grammar na america tongue him use.. I looked closer and realised it was one of dose niggas that actually first gave video quality standard and den went into thin air….. I just freeze cos dis kind machine wey him carry so….. na only for Yankee films person dey see am oooo… I got in and withing seconds…. d AC for d machine dry my skin and my head just reformat again…. We drove around and made couple of stops at interesting places and by the time i was hooping out of his ride…. i as filled with the following information……

E.F: Who exactly is Tosin Igho??

TOSIN IGHO: Tosin igho is a an entertainment entrepreneur being a musician, film maker, video director and producer he is the son of Peter Igho a former head of NTA and veteran in the film industry.

E.F: What does the Tosin Igho brand represent??

TOSIN IGHO:  The Tosin Igho”s brand represents professionalism. Holding a 4 years bachelors degree in film making, he knows and delivers everything in the right manner, no cutting corners. He also  believes that we have to manufacture an industry run by professionals not one day created fakes.

E.F: Why the decision to move back home??

TOSIN IGHO: Home is where the heart is, plus this is where my skills are most needed not anywhere else. I want to change the film industry in Nigeria.

E.F: Video directing and music, Which one came first??

TOSIN IGHO: Music came first. As a matter of fact,  I directed my first music video at the age of 17 for my first music group immaqulate. And it sparked a light then I went on to direct every video i have featured in since then.

E.F: So far, would you say the Nigeria music industry is ready for your input??

TOSIN IGHO: Its ready right now. When i was in it about 5 years back, it wasn’t really ready then but now it is. So much has changed and the audience has an opened ear compared to what it was then.

E.F: Worse day ever on set??

TOSIN IGHO: When i shot Jimmy Jatt’s “TOO MUCH”. Then the equipment I hired and DOP (Director of photograph) went missing  for 7 hours. Call time was 12pm but we started shooting at 10:30pm. That was a very crazy day man.

E.F: Would it be appropriate to say you discovered Orezi??

TOSIN IGHO: Well i would rather say I had a great deal in his progression and success but I wouldn’t say discovered him. We are very close friends

E.F: One thing a good video director must know??

TOSIN IGHO: Plan properly. Preproduction is key.

E.F: What kind of camera does magic or gives you comfort the most??

TOSIN IGHO: Well, I work with every Camera from digital to film. I personally own 2 red epic cameras. I love the look but have a soft spot for the canons.

E.F: Coming back to Nigeria, which are you focusing more on?? Your lyrical abilities or your wizardry on the lens???

TOSIN IGHO: The lens is fore front. Am going to be shooting an etisalat commercial next week as well as finish Orezi’s new video. I  have a film in the pipe line but music will always be there. You should also be expecting an album soon.

E.F: Top 5 video directors that challenges you?

TOSIN IGHO: Wooow. well in no particular order, Clarence Peters,  Unlimited LA, Aje film works.

E.F: Top 5 artist you would want to work with?

TOSIN IGHO : Wizkid, Asa, Seyi Shey and Dr Sid. Also in no particular order.

E.F : If you had 5 minutes with God.. what would you say to him??

TOSIN IGHO: Honestly man.. all i would and all i have ever said was.. Thank You for making me the way I am.

E.F: Rewind time 24hrs.. What would you wanna do differently???

TOSIN IGHO: Nothing really. Maybe spend less. lol

Twitterhandle: @officialigho

instagram : @officialigho

INTERVIEW: 10 Minutes with Tosin Igho by Edward Fortune

Newlyweds get shock of their lives from childhood holiday pic...you will never guess why

When Nick Wheeler was 6 years old, he and his his sister and cousins enjoyed a day out on the beach with their granddad, who took the pic above. Behind Nick and his family, is a young girl, happily building a sandcastle with her dad and sister. She is 5 year old Aimee Maiden.

The boy and the girl didn’t know each other and didn’t even speak with each other on that day – but 20 years later – guess what? They are now husband and wife.

The couple actually came across the old photo just days before their wedding in Kent, while looking at old family photos at Nick’s granddad’s house. They said they were shocked when they found the photo of them just yards apart on the beach all those years

“The photo was taken by Nick’s grandad. Nick is sitting front-right in the boat with his sister and two cousins and his family – his mum, uncle and nan are to the right and behind them. To the left and behind his cousin I’m in the blue swimsuit with my mum, dad and sister.” Aimee said. Continue…

The picture was taken when Nick’s family travelled from Kent for a holiday in Mousehole, Cornwall, where Aimee grew up. Nick’s family eventually moved to Cornwall and the couple met and started dating in secondary school thinking that was the first time that fate brought them together not knowing it was actually 20 years ago.

Newlyweds get shock of their lives from childhood holiday pic...you will never guess why

Comedian Basketmouth has reacted to a report by Vanguard which was published last week where he was estimated to worth so much money. In the publication, the newspaper said the comedian has two choice properties in Lekki worth N350million, N60million home he built for his mum, a Kia Quoris saloon car worth over N12m, a Honda Crosstour, and 3 other brand new SUV’s which cost over N70m plus s a Cherokee SUV, an Hyundai Elantra, and a 2013 customized Opel Insignia. They also said he makes N60million annually from his comedy shows and made one million pounds from his recent Basketmouth Uncensored show which held in four cities in the UK.

A week after the publication came out, Basketmouth finally comes out to say that a lot of the information was over blown. 

“I honestly don’t know how they came up with the figures and few informations they put out there, I honestly don’t fancy the exposure….Na this kind story de make extended family members de worry person and prospective clients run from me…. these guys de forget say armed robbers and kidnappers de read newspapers sha. ‎If I de make that kind money, I for don stop comedy naaaa.” Basketmouth said.

Basketmouth reacts to a report on his income & assets, says it's exaggerated

BBA Winner Dillish Shows Off Her Séxy Assets In A Bikini

Dillish Mathews is known for her tempting stuffs and the cute babe is flaunting much this time. See more pix..

BBA Winner Dillish Shows Off Her Séxy Assets In A Bikini

Popular Islamic Alfa Caught With New Baby's Placenta

The discovery of a baby placenta in the home of a popular Alfa, identified as Alfa Gani, is causing confusion in the Laduba community, Ogidi area of Ilorin, Kwara State. The discovery was made when some volunteers went round the Laduba community to appeal for financial contributions from residents for the repair of a faulty transformer in the area.

It was said that the volunteers perceived offensive odour at Gani’s residence, which they later reported to other members of the community. Curious to know what smelled, some members of the community rushed to the man’s residence and demanded an explanation for the offensive odour oozing from his house.

An eyewitness said Alfa Gani initially accused the community members of intruding into his privacy. He was said to have rushed to the Oloje Police Station to report the community members…

The eyewitness, who spoke to Punch, added that before Gani could come back with the police, the community members had entered his house and discovered a boy with a baby placenta.

The enraged community members were said to have beaten up the boy, making him to confess that he was asked to prepare a charm by Gani, who allegedly exhumed the placenta.

While this was going on, a woman, whose baby naming ceremony was recently held near Gani’s house, arrived at the scene. On seeing the placenta, she was said to have rushed to where the placenta of her new-born baby was buried, only to discover that it was missing. She was said to have raised the alarm, alerting the community members to the ugly development.

When Alfa Gani came back with police to arrest community members, the commotion was still in progress.

The source said, “The residents narrated their discovery to the policemen. It was at that point that the police decided to search the entire house including an uncompleted building behind the suspect’s house, after which they discovered some human parts.”

It was gathered that the enraged mob vandalised Gani’s house and set it on fire.

The policemen, who were overwhelmed by the crowd, managed to prevent them from lynching the suspect as they whisked Alfa Gani away to their station. The incident fuelled speculations that there were dens of ritual killers and markets where human parts were traded in Ilorin.

The Police Public Relations Officer, Kwara State Command, Mr. Ajayi Okasanmi, however, told Punch that there was no den of ritual killers in the state capital.

He said, “That is not true. What was discovered was not a den of ritual killers, but a suspected criminal who was used to performing fetish activities. The man was looking for a placenta of a new baby, exhumed the buried placenta and used it for whatever yet-to-be identified purpose.

“He just came back from jail. He went to where a placenta was just buried about three days ago before the incident. He dug up the placenta and while he was doing that, people saw him and tried to do things their own way. In the process of damaging his house by the youth, the police got there and arrested the suspect with the exhibit.

“The police have started investigation to get to the root of the matter.”

Popular Islamic Alfa Caught With New Baby's Placenta