POLICE NAB TWO FAKE PASTORS FOR FAKE MIRACLES

LAGOS CP HAKEEM ODUMOSU

Two fake Pastors,  Favour David and his partner Favour Chimobi have been explaining to the Nigeria Police in Lagos how they connive with Rukayat Folawewo and Bunmi Joshua to perpetrate fake miracles

According the Lagos Police PRO Bala Ekannah, the two have been procuring new members for the Wonders Assembly Ministry, a church situated opposite the Lagos Business school, Ajah using the two women as testimonies.

“On Friday, November 29, 2019, the command acted on an intelligence report by covert operatives of the SCIID, who monitored the activities of a fraudulent syndicate. A pastor, Favour David, who specialised in defrauding unsuspecting members of the public by procuring fake members for the Wonders Assembly Ministry, was arrested with two women, Rukayat Folawewo and Bunmi Joshua, who pretended to be members and were miraculously healed by the pastor after being involved in a car accident.

“While the other woman, Bunmi Joshua, gave fake testimony to church members that her son, who was deaf and dumb, could now hear and talk and was healed by another pastor, Favour Chimobi of the Elijah Ministry 9, Igirita Street, Port Harcourt, who works alongside Pastor David  Favour.”

SPURS MOVE; I‘M EXCITED SAYS JOSE MOURINHO.....CONTRACT RUNS TILL 2023

Mourinho

“I am excited to be joining a Club with such a great heritage and such passionate supporters. The quality in both the squad and the academy excites me. Working with these players is what has attracted me.”

That was how top coach Jose Mourinho responded on his recent appointment as new head coach of English premiership club Tottenham Hotspurs.

His appointment came hours after the sack of Mauricio Pochettino after a fiver years stay at Spurs qualifying the club for the European Champions league earlier in the year 

Club Chairman Daniel Levy said “We are delighted to announce the appointment of Jose Mourinho as Head Coach on a contract that runs until the end of the 2022/23 season.

Jose is one of the world’s most accomplished managers having won 25 senior trophies. He is renowned for his tactical prowess and has managed FC Porto, Inter Milan, Chelsea, Real Madrid and Manchester United. He has won a domestic title in a record four different countries (Portugal, England, Italy and Spain) and is one of only three managers to have won the UEFA Champions League twice with two clubs, FC Porto in 2004 and Inter Milan in 2010. He is also a three-time Premier League Champion with Chelsea (2005, 2006, 2015).

Commenting on the appointment, Chairman Daniel Levy said: “In Jose we have one of the most successful managers in football. He has a wealth of experience, can inspire teams and is a great tactician. He has won honours at every club he has coached. We believe he will bring energy and belief to the dressing room.”

Speaking on his appointment, Jose said: “I am excited to be joining a Club with such a great heritage and such passionate supporters. The quality in both the squad and the academy excites me. Working with these players is what has attracted me.”

POLICE SCORE HIGH POINTS; REHABILITATE LAGOS ROAD

Police men @ work

In what many consider a high point in corporate social responsibility activity, men of Lagos State Police Command, Ejigbo Division led by the DPO, CSP Olabisi Okuwobi have scored high points by embarking on rehabilitation and patching of a popular road in Lagos.

The very popular Biliaminu Akinsaya road off NNPC road Ejigbo known for regular accidents and traffic congestions got a special touch when the DPO Okuwobi  

mobilised her officers with bags of granite, sand and cement to fill up the potholes and craters which obstruct the free flow of traffic on the link which connects Ejigbo and Ajao estate

Apparently irked by the huge traffic congestion on roads leading to Ejigbo and its environs, caused by the deep craters on the road,  DPO Okuwobi mobilised her men to seek palliative measure yet.

Eye witnesses say the officers moved materials from their station to the site and started patching the pot holes to the admiration of the residents, members of the Neighborhood Watch and PCRC some of whom volunteered to join in the work.

This is the first time Nigerians are seeing such a positive gesture from the Nigeria Police seen by many as controversial.

This is not the first time DPO, CSP Okuwobi will lead positive activity that project good image for the Police in Ejigbo aside from her regular duties of law maintenance which has seen her recovering stolen cars and generally projecting a crime free environment.

She is a regular sight controlling free flow of traffic at notorious congestion spots around the division.

Meanwhile, words of commendation continue to reach DPO Okuwobi both from the genera pubic as well as from Police hierarchy for scoring these high point.

ARTS &CULTURE; MOTIONS AND EMOTIONS BY ENUMA CHUKWU 3 DAYS TO GO

 

Enuma Chukwu

Thoughts Pyramid Art Center, Wuse 2 Abuja known to many as a regular venue for arts showcases comes alive again this Saturday 23 November, 2019 as arts lovers converge to savour the marathon arts exhibition of paintings by ace artist and painter Enuma Chukwu.

Chukwu who last exhibited many years ago presents about 35 pieces of classical paintings

Polo by Enuma Chukwu

 The ABU Zaria graduate has been working in the past two months at his Gwarimpa based Artmostfair Studio of Art and Design and is set to mount the master strokes of works described by many as mind blowing.  

According to the industrial design (graphics) major whose paints and brush seem to be running furiously and emotionally riotous  “I see this coming exhibition as very important because I have not done such in a long time.

Speaking further, he said “I have been battling night and day to see that I produce about 35 works of art before the D Day. Some of the works are Ebony and Ivory, Love birds, Blind Date, Joint Account, Magic Moment, Honey Moon and a host of others. I expect all art lovers from all parts of Nigeria to come and feed their eyes." 

Honeymoon by Enuma Chukwu

  

Exhibition  opens Saturday November 23 at 4 pm and runs till 29 November 2019 from 9 am to 6pm daily.

PASTOR NABBED WITH FEMALE PANTS AND COFFIN

The "pastor" displaying his ware 

The Enugu State Police Command, has paraded one Pastor Sunday Egbo in whose house a toy coffin, female pants and bras were recovered.

The pastor is the General Overseer and founder of Christ Mercy Ministry, Ajuonu, Obukpa, Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State.

DAILY POST reports that the end came for the said pastor after he allegedly raped a female member.

The development led to his arrest and subsequent recovery of the items.

He told journalists that he procured the coffin and other items from a native doctor in Kogi State, with the hope of making money and attracting favour.

While admitting to raping the female member, the pastor said, “I paid the native doctor N200,000, to get the coffin and the flute. He told me to do certain things, after which I will get a Ghana-Must-Go bag full of money in my room.

“But after two weeks, the money did not come as the native doctor told me” he lamented

FIRST CLASS PAINTER ENUMA CHUKWU SET TO EXHIBIT AGAIN

Enuma Chuikwu

After many years of not exhibiting his classical painting works either in group or solo like he has always done in the past, first class painter Enuma Chukwu is set to exhibit again.

The ABU Zaria graduate is currently putting finishing touches to about 35 pieces of works of art billed for a week of marathon exhibition.

Venue for the upcoming artistic showcase titled Motions and Emotions is the renowned Thoughts Pyramid Art Center, Wuse 2 Abuja known to many as a regular venue for such mind blowing exhibitions.

In an invitation card sent out from his Artmostfair Studio of Art and Design Gwarimpa Abuja where he has been working tirelessly to see that the many works of different themes get mounted before the date, the artist informs that the exhibition which starts Saturday November 23 at 4 pm will run till 29 November 2019 from 9 am to 6pm daily.

Enuma Chukwu.....at work

According to the industrial design (graphics) major “I see this coming exhibition as very important because I have not done such in a long time.

Speaking further, he said “I have been battling night and day to see that I produce about 35 works of art before the D Day. Some of the works are Ebony and Ivory, Love birds, Blind Date, Joint Account, Magic Moment, Honey Moon and a host of others. I expect all art lovers from all parts of Nigeria to come and feed their eyes."   

Enuma Chukwu who is not new to exhibitions started exhibiting both solo and group since his years at ABU and during his NYSC at New Nigerian Newspapers, Kaduna where he was Graphic artist.

In his group exhibitions, he has been involved in Triumph of Asele at the National Museum Lagos (2003), Nigerian Culture week Singapore,(2001) Art of Nigeria MITA Singapore (2000), Nigeria Culture week (1994) among others.

While solo, Enuma Chukwu has exhibited severally at the Didi Museum in Color of love and other colors (2008), screaming in silence (2002), Thoughts made substance at the National Museum Lagos (1999)

By Fred Iwenjora

AIFF 2019; NO REPRIEVE FOR SOUTH AFRICAN FILMS AS WORLD FILM MAKERS CONVERGE ON ABUJA

Duker

129 films from world film makers will screen at the 2019 edition of Abuja International Film Festival starting from 22- 25 October 2019.

South Africa which features in AIFF over the years was banned from this year’s edition due to xenophobia against Africans including Nigerians.

All the festival events including the workshops, seminars and master classes and parties hold at the Silverbird Cinemas, Abuja

The 16 years old film festival considered by many as the catalyst to the growth of film entertainment in the Nigeria’s capital city began September 25th 2004.

Festival Director Fidelis Duker says “This is the 16th edition of the Abuja international film festival that started in 2004 and we have consistently kept to upholding the global standards of film festivals.  

“This year, the festival will feature screenings of 129 films from 56 countries over 4 days. The films cut across different genres. The festival will have its conventional panel discussions and workshops and masterclasses.  The festival will not devoid of its regular industry parties.

“Normally film festivals follow a normal pattern of screenings and discussions.  but we are bringing a twist to it this time around with two masterclasses in script development and acting.

ON BAN ON SOUTH AFRICA
"South African films will not feature this year, Next year is another time. Reason is obvious. You remember the Xenophobic attacks on fellow Africans.

FUNDING

Duker decries the lack of funding fr the festival since inception especially frm FCT which benefits from its tourism pecks. According to him  “Like most events and projects ... funding has been a challenge for us and I can confirm we have been under this global challenge affecting the festival circuit.  However I can confirm we have devised creative ways of surmounting this challenge.  I can also confirm we have not received any major support from the FCT even though the festival has been endorsed by the FCT

TOURISM VISTA

"At inception, the idea was to give young filmmakers a platform to exhibit their films because before the Abuja  International film festival, there was no platform  for them,  no one saw their films and we decided to give them such a platform.  Also prior to 2004, Abuja was only about politics....no form of entertainment and we were able to bring filmmakers to Abuja and 16 years down the line, the film industry has grown tremendously in abuja with vibrant film industry. 

SO FAR SO GOOD

"Interestingly the city has several cinemas which were non existent 16 years ago.  I think we have been able to achieve some of our objectives.  The festival has also attracted tourists in good numbers. The festival has contributed in opening the entertainment and creative industry space to talents in Abuja and beyond. We have contributed to developing the tourism landscape in Abuja.  Talent discovery has been one of our major achievements.  So many young filmmakers debuted at Abuja International film festival and are today some of the best in the industry today.  In short we have contributed to building capacity and talent for the industry

UNFORGETTABLE! WHEN ACELAND ROYAL GARDEN HOSTED ACE FELLOWS AND GRADUATES

Exquisite bar

The gist of how fellows and graduates of Amesi Commercial Enterprises, (ACE) gathered recently after many years is still being told.

ACE graduates include top class businessmen who had their early beginnings and training in business at Amesi Commercial Enterprises the renowned trading company set up by Chief B O Umeozulu and fast becoming an institution with worldwide trading experience and connections.

This recent gathering was to honor one of the company’s first graduates Eze Alex Nwoye, the Onyendu  Eze Ndigbo and Bobaselu of Ejigbo.

Eze Nwoye, one of the most respected alumni of ACE recently flung open Aceland Royal Garden, the new home of hospitality in Ejigbo and his fellows led by Chief Simon Jude Onwuka came calling to give him the proverbial pat on the back for ably representing.

When news went around about the newly opened majestic edifice situated at the serene and exclusive Abiodun Alimi street, opposite the Ejigbo Local Council Headquarters,  ACE fellows had organized themselves t see for themselves.

ACELAND Royal Garden lounge

A special invitation was thrown open to all patrons of the Aceland Royal Garden to join them in celebration of their leader.

And indeed friends and well wishers really turned up to a big celebration which lasted into the night.

Speaking at the occasion, Chief Simon Jude Onwuka who is also MD of Scope Nigeria Ltd said the entire members of ACE Fellows and Graduates are very happy for the successes of Eze  Nwoye.

Chief Jacksn Ndudim, Eze Alex Nwoye and Chief Chris Azodo

He also said the special visit was to commend him for a job well done by opening the new hotel.

Also another top graduate of ACE Chief Christopher Azodo better known to many as Gunsmoke said “Chief Nwoye is a living testimony and a big inspiration to us all”

Also to speak on that night was Chief Jackson Chinedum Ndudim, Soludero of Ejigbo and Nwachinawarauzo of Isingwu Umuahia, Abia state who could not hide his excitement as to how the fellows have maintained solid relationship many years after their first meeting urging the fellows to continue to keep the bond alive.

His speech was the vote of thanks for his friend, Eze Nwoye  Chairman/Chief Executive Officer of Aceland Royal Garden who is also the Ochiriozuo of Uga.

Present at the Occasion were members of the Uga Improvement Union UIU, Lagos and Ejigbo branches

Simon Jude Onwuka, Uchechukwu Umezulu,  and Uche Nwoye

Uga Chiefs

    

Eze Nwoye and  Hon. Comrade Otepa

About Aceland Royal Garden

Aceland Royal Garden is a fully furnished guest house and boasts of exquisite bar, Event center, Restaurant with full power guaranteed and most recently hosted the famous Egedege of Africa.

Other entertainment projects including a comedy show and festival of DJs are in the offing says Spectacle Beats, a spokesperson for the outfit.

  

Exquisite bar

UNVEILING AUNTY KATE, THE BODY COOL COUNSELOR

It seems that talented screen and theatre actor Kate Effiong Okunnu has regained her groove.

After featuring in several Nollywood films and soap opera, the graduate of Uniport went underground to reinvent herself and has resurfaced with a big bang, a new youtube series Aunty Kate, the Body Cool Counselor which is enjoying commendable reviews and comments.

Aunty Kate

 Aunty Kate features real life topics which are treated in practical terms by Kate herself.

She also delves into the often times untouchable area of blue light topics of love and sex aside from talking about domestic violence among other societal issues.  

The star artiste employs the use of Pidgin English to buttress her points because according to her, “we want to reach every one as easily as possible without cast and class or language barrier.”

In her words “we unearth rarely discussed but topical issues that concern all aspects of life”

On the success of the show in just few weeks of hitting Youtube, Aunty Kate drops  in her inimitable voice “Na God work o. But the topics discussed are classic topics that resonate in our daily lives. Like us on youtube. Na Auntie Kate dey talk o”

Aunty Kate 

KATE EFFIONG REGAINS HER GROOVE WITH GIRONDOWN SERIES

Aunty Kate

  It seems that talented screen and theatre actor Kate Effiong Okunnu has regained her groove.

After featuring in several Nollywood films and soap opera, the graduate of Uniport went underground to reinvent herself and has resurfaced with a big bang, a new youtube series Aunty Kate, the Body Cool Counselor which is enjoying commendable reviews and comments.

 Aunty Kate features real life topics which are treated in practical terms by Kate herself.

She also delves into the often times untouchable area of blue light topics of love and sex.

She has discussed several issues but one of her biggest is Girondown series which has been seen by many youtubers.

Another face of Aunty Kate

The star artiste employs the use of Pidgin English to buttress her points because according to her, “we want to reach every one as easily as possible without cast and class or language barrier.”

In her words “we unearth rarely discussed but topical issues that concern all aspects of life”

On the success of the show in just few weeks of hitting Youtube, Aunty Kate drops  in her inimitable voice “Na God work o. But the topics discussed are classic topics that resonate in our daily lives. Like us on youtube. Na Auntie Kate dey talk o”

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CARTOON MASTER ALBERT OHAMS MARKS 35 YEARS ON THE JOB

ARTS;

Albert Ohams, master cartoonist

Super master cartoonist Albert Ohams attracted cartoon lovers at the prestigious Four Points Sheraton, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos for the exhibition marking his 35 years of cartooning.

The exhibition tagged ALBERT OHAMS: 35 YEARS STROKES OF MASTER CARTOONIST featured over 50 of his cartoon works and held from the 29^thAugust and ended 31^stAugust.

Carton lovers from all over Nigeria including Minister of labour and productivity,  Dr Chris Ngige, Prince Eze Madumere, former deputy Governor of Imo State, Ambassador Ayo Olukanni, Director General of NACCIMA who are high profile admirers of the celebrated cartoonist were on hand.

In a chat with ECD recently, the Mgbidi, Imo state born highly celebrated cartoonist said the works on exhibition vary from different political, social and economic issues captured in diverse styles and humorous imaginations.

For Ohams, it has been a long journey from cradle to present day in his chosen profession.

He joined the weekly Eagle Newspaper owned by Dr. K.O Mbadiwe, in Aba, thirty five years ago after leaving Bishop Shanahan College, Orlu, Imo State without any inkling that the profession will be a life time career enough to give him a place in both local and international cartoon industry.

Currently, he is Cartoon Editor of The Sun Newspaper where he has since carved a big niche for himself with several awards including editorial cartoonist of the year, the Nigerian Media Merit Award (NMMA), Diamond Award for Media Excellence (DAME),Wole Soyinka Investigative Award (WSIJ) BBC Budget Monitoring Best Cartoonist Award, Red Ribbon Award and others.

Ohams graduated with HND fine art from Yaba College of Technology and has worked with several media houses including Ikebe Super, Prime People and Vintage People, Quality Magazines and Champion Newspaper.

The unique selling point in all his works is the use of humour to douse the high political intensity and depth in international and local issues.

OBI NDIGBO CONDOLES OBA EJIGBO ON MOTHER’S PASSING

TRIBUTE;

Obi Ndigbo, the Igbo palace on behalf of the entire Igbo community of Ejigbo has sent a condolence message to Oba Moroof Adekunle Ojoola, Ojon of Ejigbo on the passing of his dear mother.

In the terse message signed by Eze ASM Nwoye, Onyendu Ndi Eze  and Bobaselu of Ejigbo which was wildly circulated in community news media as well as online platforms during  the celebration of 8days fidau prayers and final burial for late Alhaja Ojoola, Obi Ndigbo wrote “it is with shock that we received the sad news of the passing of Alhaja Sikirat  Ojoola,  your dearest  mum at the ripe age of 100 years.

Continuing, the message said “the out pouring of love upon your family from well wishers, your immediate subjects and Nigerians at large at this time show that Alhaja Sikirat no doubt lived an enviable life worthy of emulation by especially Nigerian women.

“Those who knew her or came in contact with her during her life time continue to attest to her unflinching love for God and humanity as a whole.

“The world won’t forget her memorable role as a women mobiliser and community leader.

Dear Kabiyiesi, we pray that God will console you and the entire members of the family she left behind at this mourning period”

FIDELIS DUKER OFF TO JAPAN FOR TICAD7

Fidelis Duker

FILM AND CULTURE;

One of Nigeria’s foremost film makers and culture advocates Fidelis Duker will be speaking at the 7^th Tokyo International Conference on African Development (TICAD7) holding in Yokohama Japan from 29 to 30 August 2019.

Duker is one of the only two African film makers invited to speak at the UN event which has world and African leaders including President Mohammadu Buhari leading Governors Babajide Sanwoolu and Prof. Babagana Zulum  of Lagos and Borno states respectively as well as some other Nigerian federal ministers in attendance.

The highly traveled organiser of the world famous Abuja International Film festival and member of jury at several renowned film festivals across the globe is scheduled to speak at the Roundtable on cooperation in the field of cultural industries in Africa to be declared open by UNESCO Director General Audrey Azoulay.

The other African film personality to attend TICAD7 is Adoma Souma , Director General of FESPACO, Quoagadogo.

According to a source from FAD Media Group, Duker who is also founder FAD (93.1FM)Radio Calabar Cross River state and FAD 360 TV jetted out Sunday on the invitation of the United Nations and Government of Japan and will speak on the 29^th of August 2019 to a diverse world audience.

Fidelis Duker a former President of Directors Guild of Nigeria DGN was recently re elected Regional Secretary General, Federation of Pan African Filmmakers (FEPACI), West Africa.

He has been involved in the entertainment and culture industry in over 25 years with over 80 films including short films and documentaries to his credit.

Aside these, he also serves as consultant on film to Ethiopia, Madagascar and Botswana and has been speaking and presenting papers on film and creative industry in over 45 different countries.

By Fred Iwenjora

BEWARE; CAR SNATCHERS INVADE EJIGBO, BIG BOYS SCAMPER

CRIME;

Lexus 300 jeep

 These are indeed anxious moments for Ejigbo big boys who own and drive fancy cars as armed robbers are currently on the prowl snatching, robbing and leaving tales of woe behind.

The latest in the incidence happened Sunday 18th August 2019 when a Lexus RX330 jeep 2004 model with registration number ABJ69TL was taken away brazenly from its owner and driver at Muyili Oshode street by unknown men.

According to eye witnesses, the victim of the robbery had attended meetings and was driving calmly home in his car on a busy Sunday evening not knowing that the robbers laid in wait for him at his house.

Said a source very close t the victim, “the robbers numbering about four allowed the man to park and alight to enter his house before they stormed him with guns”.

They took away his phones, vehicle particulars, ID cards, money and other personal belongings and of course zoomed off with the car with chassis number 2T2HA31U74C025469.

ECD gathered that the matter has been reported to the Nigeria Police, Ejigbo Division who are said to be currently on the trail of the robbers. 

GOOD NEWS!; 2BABA RECOVERS, TOURS THE WORLD IN SUMMER

SHOWDISH

 

2Baba

Fully recovered from an undisclosed ailment which saw him on an undisclosed  hospital bed attended to by doctors round the clock sending the world praying for his quick recovery, Nigeria’s highly revered pop musician Tuface Idibia has stepped out of the country for a series of tours of US, European and Asian cities.

SHOWDISH learnt that 2Baba as he is fondly known is already junketing in the United Kingdom and US cities and heading towards Asia to Dubai and Malta where his fans are waiting to welcome him.

From Malta, he is expected in Switzerland then in Germany where he is to headline one of the biggest yearly African events in Frankfurt; Nollywood Europe Golden Award NEGA a climax of the Nollywood Film festival Frankfurt put together by Ehizoya Golden Entertainment.

He will later be in Berlin and other popular German cities before returning to Nigeria.

Before jetting out to Europe and Asia, the charismatic singer whose music continues to mesmerize his fans was unveiled as an Ambassador by the Nigeria Stock exchange.

*See Annes post

Concerning his illness and how he coped, his wife Anne posted on istagram “Incredible human, so Baba has been ill, on drips and plenty medications. Doctors were by his side for 48hours!

“We all didn’t think he could make it to this big event that was all about him and the Nigerian stock exchange.

“Even with his voice ad body shaking, the man got up told the doctor ‘ Man I no go too tey, i no dey like cancel work matter and this one over important make I just drag body reach the event! He made it but back to his medications. Get well soon baby.”

Organiser of Frankfurt NEGA/NFFG show Isaac Izoya says fans will thoroughly enjoy this edition with Tuface on the stage. “I prayed just like all his fans worldwide for his quick recovery and I am grateful to God that he is back on his feet.

Izoya, also founder of Ehizoya Golden Entertainment eV explains that “fans from all over Europe have booked tickets to be at Tubaba Frankfurt show. Don’t miss it as the show must go on”.

Wikipidia describes Innocent Ujah Idibia better known as Tuface as one of the most decorated and successful Afro pop artistes in Africa It also says he is one of the most bankable artistes in Africa.

He was awarded a fellow of the school of music by the Music Department, Obafemi Awolowo University  This makes him the pioneer recipient of the award which was presented to him at the first public lecture and fellowship award, held on the 20th of March 2019.

In August 2019, 2Face was appointed as the Good cause Ambassador for the Nigerian Stock Exchange (NSE).

EGEDEGE GROUP STORMS ACELAND

Queen Theresa Onuorah in one of her numerous album

SHOWBIZ

One of the most famous Igbo cultural entertainment groups Egedege Group of Unubi, Anambra state are set to thrill patrons of the newly opened Aceland Royal Garden Friday 16^th August 2019.

The Egedege show which starts early about 5pm on that day at the expansive garden and car park of the latest entertainment place in town is planned to be a befitting stimulus after a long Federal holiday.

It is the first major show to take place at Aceland since its doors were flung open though skeletally.

Aceland Royal Garden situated at Abiodun Alimi street, off NNPC  Bus stop directly opposite the Ejigbo Local council headquarters just took entertainment lovers by surprise when while the construction was still on- going,  guests were clamouring to make use of the facility for lodging and other offerings,

The poster for the show

Speaking with ECD Showdish on the upcoming show, Eze Alex Nwoye, proprietor of Aceland Royal Garden said “Egedege Group is well known and has a rich history in Nigeria Cultural music entertainment. I believe that they will thrill our guests and patrons very well with music from their various albums.

 Being the first major music promotion at Aceland since we started operations, we have put so much in place”.

Continuing, Eze Nwoye said “at Aceland, we have cozy rooms for your relaxation, a bar with assorted wines and drinks to quench your thirst and a restaurant to fill you with African delicacies. You are welcome in advance.”

On her part, Chioma Onourah, lead singer of the group with a long and rich history of local and international performances gave a snippet on what to expect at the Aceland show.

According to her, “Egedege is associated with royalty and that is why our relationship with Aceland Royal Gardens is strong. All fans of Egedege are expected to converge at Aceland Friday 16 August 2019. Please keep that date”

Egedege cultural singing and dancing group with flute as its major ingredient was formed and led by famous Igbo culture exponent Queen Theresa Onuorah and has been in existence since the 80s.

The song Egwu Ijele composed and aptly delivered by Theresa Onuorah still remains a best seller many years after its release. 

FRANKFURT; MAN WHO PUSHED 8 YEAR-OLD BOY UNTO TRAIN YET TO SAY WHY

 

Frankfurt Main Train station

The man who pushed a woman and her 8 year-old son unto train tracks at Frankfurt Train station Monday has so far refused to talk about his motive.

An 8-year-old boy was killed on Monday when a man shoved him in front of a moving train entering Frankfurt's main station, German police said.

 The boy's mother was also pushed from the platform, but was able to roll to the side and save herself. 

According to police, witnesses said the attacker also tried to push another person onto the tracks as the Intercity Express train was approaching, but the would-be victim managed to avoid falling onto the track. 

The suspect was chased through the station by passengers who managed to tackle him to the ground. Police later confirmed a 40-year-old African man had been arrested.

The incident happened at about 10am on Monday on platform seven of the station, which is one of Germany’s busiest. The boy’s mother was being treated for shock, according to a police spokeswoman.

 German law enforcement authorities said the 40-year-old man did not know the victims, and has so far refused to speak about his motive. Police said that an investigation is underway, and video footage of the incident will be examined. 

The suspect initially fled the scene and managed to exit the station, but by-standers held him up outside the building. 

The killing prompted a "massive [police] deployment" at Frankfurt's central train station, a police spokeswoman said. Firefighters were also at the scene. Authorities closed six of the platforms for several hours, causing train delays and cancellations.

Commenting on the incident, the premier of the state of Hesse, Volker Bouffier, said he was "stunned" by the "revolting act."

The latest tragedy comes only nine days after a 28-year-old man allegedly pushed a 34-year-old mother into the path of an oncoming train in the northwest town of Voerde, killing her.

The two incidents are likely to trigger a debate over increasing security at German train stations. On Tuesday, Martin Burkert, a Social Democrat (SPD)  focusing on transport policy, told Germany's mass circulation newspaper Bild that there was not enough supervision on Germany's train platforms, and that train stations lacked enough police.

With Agency Reports