The Lagos State Police Command has launched an investigation into the sudden d3ath of an 80-year-old Colombian national, Quesada Vanegas Ricardo Alfonso, whose lifeless body was discovered at the Golden Tulip Hotel in Festac Town.  According to a police sources, a distress call was received on May 1, 2025, alerting authorities to the discovery of the deceased at around 3:45 p.m. in his hotel room (No. C85) on the 8th floor of the hotel.  The police team, including homicide detectives, was dispatched to the scene to examine the situation.  Preliminary investigations revealed that the victim had been staying at the hotel for more than four months before his d8ath. No signs of violence or foul play were found on his body.  The corpse was evacuated and transported to Mainland General Hospital morgue in Yaba, where it has been preserved for autopsy. The coroners inquest and other necessary procedures have been initiated, with the investigation ongoing, a source told security analyst, Zagazola Makama.  “Furthermore, some hotel management staff were briefly taken into custody for failing to maintain proper records of their guests. They have since been released as part of the investigation.  The police assured that thorough investigation will continue to determine the cause of death.   The post 80-year-old Colombian national found d3ad in Lagos hotel room appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.

The apex Igbo socio-political group, Ohanaeze Ndigbo, has declared that Minister of Works David Umahi has outperformed top Southeast political figures like Peter Obi and Hope Uzodimma in advancing the region’s development.

In a statement signed by the group’s Deputy President General, Okechukwu Isiguzoro, and National Spokesperson, Thompson Ohia, Ohanaeze said it had reviewed the track records of various Southeast leaders, and Umahi came out on top.

“The findings from this comprehensive analysis present an irrefutable case that Senator Dave Umahi’s leadership distinguishes itself above all others, particularly in contrast to Mr. Peter Obi and Governor Hope Uzodimma,” the statement read.

According to the group, Umahi’s infrastructural strides and negotiation power as former Chairman of the Southeast Governors’ Forum have significantly boosted the region’s profile, including upgrades to the Enugu International Airport and the establishment of a second international airport in Abakaliki.

Ohanaeze also hailed Umahi’s current role as Minister of Works, pointing to what it called “revolutionary” infrastructure projects under his watch across the region.

But the group didn’t stop there — it went on to throw its full weight behind President Bola Tinubu’s second-term bid, declaring that Umahi has now been appointed its Igbo National Political Leader to help mobilize support.

“As President Tinubu approaches the two-year milestone of his presidency on May 29, 2027, Ohanaeze Ndigbo conveys our unwavering assurance that Senator Dave Umahi is the singular, trusted political leader of the Southeast,” the group said.

Rapper and activist Falz has described the 2020 #EndSARS protests as one of the most intense periods of his life. Speaking at the #WithChude Live show in Lagos, Falz said the protests were mentally and emotionally draining, but he has no regrets. I was taught never to regret doing what I believe is right, he said. The connection we all feltit was monumental. Falz emphasized that his activism is driven by compassion and humanity, not applause or recognition. He also acknowledged his father, human rights lawyer Femi Falana, as a major influence. Through music and advocacy, Falz has continued to speak out against injustice and police brutality in Nigeria. The post #EndSARS was one of the craziest moments of my life Falz appeared first on Linda Ikeji Blog.