Photo: Soldiers set BRT buses on fire on Ikorodu Road

Soldiers have been on a rampage for hours now after one of their own was crushed by a BRT bus this morning. Aside from beating people up mercilessly, BRT buses have been set on fire..and this is close to a filling station. But is this how to resolve the issue? Is this not too much?

Security man in Palmgrove Estate battered after soldier is killed by BRT bus

So it's been confirmed that a BRT bus killed a soldier at Palmgrove bus stop in Palmgrove, Lagos this morning, which caused the soldier rampage.

The BRT driver who hit the soldier ran into Palmgrove estate in order to avoid the wrath of other soldiers present. Upon noticing that the driver ran away, the Army men ran into Palmgrove estate and when they couldn't find the driver, seized one of the Estate's security men. (pictured above)

According to eye-witnesses, the soldiers beat the man mercilessly and took him away.

He was released hours later badly beaten and traumatized. He had nothing to do with the incident but paid for it. Sad! Heard they even burnt down a BRT bus. Is their anger justified?

Soldiers on rampage in Palmgrove, damage BRT buses

Some soldiers are currently causing chaos in the Palmgroove area of Lagos. An eye-witness said trouble started when a BRT bus hit a soldier on a bike. Nobody knows if the soldier died (though there are indications that he may have been crushed to death) but other soldiers immediately arrived the scene and started stopping all BRT buses on Ikorodu road beating drivers and sending passengers out. Beating even passers-by who move too close to them or take pictures.

According the eye-witness who sent in the photos, two civilians were allegedly beaten up and a guy who was taking pictures was beaten and his phone smashed on the express road.

Then the soldiers allegedly started vandalizing the buses! According to the source, some soldiers left the express and took big sticks from women cooking by the roadside to break the windows of the buses. Then one of them took stones and allegedly threw it into the crowd twice. Now the whole express is blocked. See more exclusive photos from the chaos after the cut...

Kefee to be buried in Sapele on Friday, July 11.

The remains of the late Pop-Gospel singer, Kefee (Irikefe Don-Momoh nee Obareki), will be laid to rest on Friday, July 11th in her hometown of Okpara-Inland, Ethiope East LGA of Delta State.

A statement released by her publicist today states that Kefee’s husband, Teddy Don-Momoh, who has been making arrangements to bring her body back from the U.S., will arrive the country first to receive her body before taking her down to Delta State for burial.

Teddy had earlier indicated that his wife’s family had requested that she be buried in their hometown, with a celebratory service in Sapele afterwards and he was comfortable with the arrangement.

Dr Sid and Simi Osomo to wed July 27th

Dr Sid revealed on his instagram page today that he and his fiancee Simi Osomo will be getting married on July 27th. The couple had their introduction in December 2013.

Photo: Bridge collapses in Ndi Ebe Abam, Abia State

The popular Igwu bridge linking Ndi Ebe Abam to other towns collapsed yesterday July 1st when a 25 tons tipper carrying gravel plied on it. Fortunately no life was lost but now the villagers say they have been cut off from other towns as a result of the collapsed bridge which served as the only motor-able road through which the indigenes used to connect with other towns.

They sent me the photo and asked that we appeal to the Arochukwu L.G.A. Chairman and Abia State government to come to their aid, saying people residing in the town have been adversely affected by this mishap.

They are appealing to the authorities concerned to help them rebuild the bridge in a modern form that will last longer than the former one which was made with irons and planks and maintained by the indigenes for many years. They also implored the government to help them construct the road which has been neglected for years.

Read text messages between Dino Melaye's first and second wife

Alero is the second wife of Dino Melaye who packed out of his house this morning. Before she left, she reached out to Dino's ex-wife, Tokunbo Fabiyi...and for some reason...I have the screenshots of their convo...:-) (I cleaned out her phone number on top) where Alero explains why she had to walk away after only 6 months of marriage. Continue...

"Bill Gates knows my name"- D'banj hangs out with world billionaires

D'banj pictured above with one of the richest men in the world, Bill Gates. He tweeted that he arrived Monaco on the 28th so I'm guessing this happened in Monaco.

He also met one of the richest men in Africa, Sudanese-born billionaire, Mo Ibrahim and singer and humanitarian, Bono. Check out the pic after the cut...

“I’m a big fan of Wizkid, Collaboration Might Not Happen” – Davido

Davido reveals he is a fan of Wizkid and they might not work together.
Okay here’s what Davido in a recent interview at his house by AvantTV revealed,

“I’m a big fan of Wizkid. We might work together, we might not. If we do, it’s going to be crazy no doubt.”

Davido who also revealed that ‘HKN’ means ‘Honorable Kings of New-school’ also laid to rest several rumors as well as cleared the air on the botched deal with ‘Orezi’.
When asked why HKN didn’t sign Orezi as earlier speculated, he said,

“I was just hanging with Dude one day and I decided to tell him, Dude, lets just be friends. And that was it.”

COLD WORLD!
Davido also said he spends his money and his fathers money because he is still his father’s son. Okay bye.

Handsome felon, Jeremy Meeks, lands modeling contract

30 year old Jeremy Meeks, the gorgeous felon who became an internet sensation after his mug-shot was posted on the Stockton police Facebook page, has secured an gent who is negotiating modeling contracts for him even though he is still in jail in California facing a felony weapons charge.

Popular Hollywood agent, Gina Rodriguez, has signed Jeremy as a client and he joins her other notorious celeb clients including Teen Mom star Farrah Abraham, Donald Sterling's former mistress V. Stiviano and 'Octomom' Nadya Suleman.

"Jeremy has an amazing look and has received international attention which I feel can only help him flourish in the entertainment industry. He could make somewhere between $3,000 to $100,000 per month through endorsements and modeling. We're also speaking with several production companies about following Jeremy's foray into the entertainment industry. I believe this can be a positive change for Jeremy and his family" Rodriguez told ABC News.

Meeks, who is being held on 11 felony counts that include street gang membership and possession of firearms, remains behind bars on $1.1 million bail. I hope he gets a second chance.

Photo: Davido pictured wearing 24k monster headphones

The current rave of African music Davido pictured above rocking the 24k monster headphones by Meekmill.

Photo: Boko Haram female accomplice arrested

According to a post on the Facebook wall of the National Orientation Agency Nigeria, an accomplice and informant of terror sect, Boko Haram, Hafsat Bako, pictured above, has been arrested. Details of her arrest are still sketchy but will bring an update late

Keshi Denies Resignation

 

Super Eagles Coach, Stephen has denied reports credited to him in which he announced his resignation after the Eagles crashed out of the World Cup on Monday.
Keshi, in trying to clear the air yesterday said his widely reported resignation may have been a case of misunderstood speech he made to the players in the dressing room after the 0-2-0 loss to France in the second round of the ongoing World Cup in Brazil.

OPEN LETTER TO WIZKID

Wizkid vividly I recalled back in 2011 dropping smash album”superstar”, with charts topping hits from holla at your boy to tease me, from don’t dull to pakurumo and more,you took the industry by storm,young,energetic and vibrant with unforgotten hits ,captivating voice and immense talent,grabbing awards and gracing expensive shows both home and abroad, no doubt a game changer, a perfect game changer !
Every young kid want to

Osaze Odemwingie and Onazi joke about monday's match

Osaze believes the player who grabbed him from the back at monday's match against France deserved a red card. Continue...

Photos: Scene of today's bomb blast in Maiduguri market

Here are some pics from the scene of today's early morning bombing that happened at a busy local market in Maiduguri, Borno state. Continue to see more photos...

Asari Dokubo still maintains Chibok girls were not kidnapped

Despite the faces and names of kidnapped Chibok girls being released, ex-Niger Delta militant Asari Dokubo is still maintaining that no girls are missing. See what he wrote on his Facebook page above.

Photo: Key actor in Chibok girls abduction arrested

In a statement released moments ago, the Nigerian military said it has arrested Babuji Ya'ari, (pictured above), who is described as the key actor in the Chibok girls abduction. Babuji, according to the military, was a member of the Youth Vigilante Group popularly known as civilian JTF, which he used as a cover to spy on the activities of the Nigerian security forces, acting as a spy & gathering information for terrorist group. The military also said Ya'ari has coordinated several deadly attacks in Maiduguri since 2011. Find the press statement signed by Maj. Gen. Chris Olukolade, after the cut...

Keshi is the best indigenous coach Nigeria has ever had" - Okocha

Jay Jay Okocha, who was one of Super Sport's analyst on the Nigeria vs France match this evening said the current Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi, is the best indigenous coach Nigeria has ever had, saying we need continuity and that Keshi should under no circumstances be removed as coach of the Eagles because we didn't qualify to the quarter-final round of the World Cup.
 
Who agrees with Okocha? Is Keshi the best indigenous coach we've ever had?

Adaeze Yobo slams football fans for criticizing Yobo's own goal

Super Eagles captain, Joseph Yobo, who I think played well tonight, scored an own goal in the Nigeria vs France match. Some football fans, who felt some type of way about it, took their anger out on his wife, Adaeze Yobo, calling her out on social media.

Instead of ignoring the jibes, Adaeze took to her instagram page to fire back. (what she wrote above)

Keshi step down & Yobo quit Super Eagles

Super Eagles coach, Stephen Keshi and the team captain Joseph Yobo have both quit the team after failing to qualify to the quarter-final stage of the 2014 World Cup, Vanguard reports.

Speaking this evening after the Eagles' loss to France in the round of 16, Keshi said it was time to move on.

"I have to go back to my family and face fresh challenges,” Keshi said.

Eagles Captain, Yobo Joseph also said he's had enough and can go no further as national team player. “I think I should give the younger ones the opportunity to forge ahead. I have nothing new to offer.”

Happy New Month, EDF readers

As we enter a new month...the other half of the year...I want you to know that you can have a new beginning. If you feel your time up until this point has been wasted, remember that every new day, every new month is a time to start all over again. You can turn over a new leaf every hour if you choose. And things can change. Things will change. Just stay focused and look up to the Man above.

Happy new month to you and yours

Red Carpet photos from 2014 BET Awards + Full List of Winners

The 2014 BET Awards held last night June 29th at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles. Pictured above are; Tiwa Savage, Keke Palmer and Ashanti. Continue to see more red carpet photos and full list of winner...

 

Adrienne Bailon and Eddie Murphy daughters, Shayne and Bria

 

Kerry Washington and Juicy

 

Neyo with Kenya Moore and Adrienne

 

T.I and Kenya Moore

 

Faith Evans and Nick Cannnon

 

Zendaya Coleman and Claudia Jordan

 

Juicy and Lil Mama

 

Paris Hilton

 

Tatiana Ali and Letoya Luckett

 

Karrueche Tran and Michelle Williams

 

Holly Robinson Peete and Gabrielle Union

 

Amber Rose

 

 John Legend with BET CEO, Debra L. Lee

 

Omarion and pregnant girlfriend

 

Lionel Richie

 

Gabrielle Union with Russel Simmons and Tia Mowry

 

Angela Simmons

 

Floyd Mayweather and blonde companion

 

Erica Hubbard and John Legend

 

Nelly and French Montana

 

Faith Evans and Nelly

 

Trey Songz and Tyrese

Eva Marcille and Sevyn Streeter

 

Tiwa and Eva Marcille

Tiwa with singer Sevyn Streeter

Full list of winners below... 

Best Male R&B/Pop Artist: Pharrell Williams

Best Group: Young Money
Best Male Hip Hop Artist: Drake
Video Of The Year: Pharrell Williams
Best New Artist: August Alsina 
Best Actor: Chiwetel Ejiofor
Best Movie: 12 Years A Slave
Sportsman Of The Year: Kevin Durant
Best International Act UK: Krept And Konan
Viewers Choice Award: August Alsina

Best Female R&B/Pop Artist: Beyonce
Best Collaboration: Beyonce And Jay Z
Best Female Hip Hop Artist: Nicki Minaj
Video Director Of The Year: Hype Williams
Best Gospel Artist: Tamela Mann
Best Actress: Lupita Nyong'o
Youngstars Award: Keke Palmer
Sportswoman Of The Year: Serena Williams
Best International Act Africa: Davido

Centric Award: Jhene Aiko