Connect with us

Gossip

Nigerian-born music manager stabbed to death in UK

Published

on

music manager

A Nigerian-born music manager was stabbed to death after celebrating his birthday with a “designer watch” worth up to £300,000, a London court heard.

The Old Bailey heard that Emmanuel Odunlami, 32, was attacked by three robbers after leaving the Haz restaurant near St Paul’s Cathedral in the City of London, where he held a party to celebrate his birthday on May 1, 2022.

Nigerian-born music manager stabbed to death in UK over

The assailants were allegedly informed by a security operator, Kavindu Hettiarachchi that Odunlami was wearing a Patek Philippe Nautilus watch worth between £90,000 and £300,000 if genuine.

During the court session, Duncan Atkinson KC, the prosecutor, said it is believed that the watch “may have not been genuine.”

He added that the robbers, however, treated the item as though it was genuine.

“Sadly, as it was to turn out, he liked expensive brand watches. At the time when he was fatally attacked, he was wearing a Patek Philippe Nautilus watch,” the prosecutor said.

“If real, such a watch could be worth anything in a range from £90,000 to £300,000.

“It is believed the deceased’s watch may not have been genuine, but was treated as genuine by those who sought to take it.”

Prosecutor Duncan Atkinson KC stated that Hettiarachchi was a vital member of the security team hired by the event’s organizer, Playhxuse, for the private ticketed brunch and afterparty with DJ.

“It was part of his role to protect the safety of those, like Odunlami, who were attending the event. In fact, he did the opposite,” the court was told.

The victim, known to friends as Jay, had driven to the city in his grey hatchback Mercedes on the day of his death to celebrate his birthday with friends, having purchased tickets for a £1,400 table.

As the event came to an end around 11 p.m., Hettiarachchi was caught on camera filming outside the venue and calling Louis Vandrose, according to Dailymail.

The court heard that Vandrose and Jordell Menzies were then driven by Quincy Ffrench in a white Mercedes with altered number plates from north west London.

The Prosecutor said: “The evidence shows that Vandrose, Menzies and Ffrench were setting off in a car with a disguised registration in order to carry out a robbery, and their target was at the Haz restaurant where Hettiarachchi was working, and to which by phone he had summoned them.’’

The security operator was said to have filmed the victim and his “high-value” watch and then appeared to type something into his phone.

“The prosecution case is that he was making those other defendants aware of Mr Odunlami and his watch, in order that they could rob him of that apparently very valuable item,” Atkinson said.

 

Advertisement
1 Comment

1 Comment

  1. Anonymous

    March 10, 2023 at 23:10

    Hahaha

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Gossip

I had my first child at 19 – Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde reveals

Published

on

2a3614647ecdbf8c.jpg

Nigerian actress Omotola Jalade- Ekeinde has revealed that she had her first child at just 19 years old. (more…)

Continue Reading

Gossip

Nigerian actor Yul Edochie loses first son

Published

on

Yul Edochie and first son

Nigerian actor, Yul Edochie, reportedly lost his first son, Kambilichukwu Edochie, on Thursday morning. (more…)

Continue Reading

Gossip

US-based gospel singer, Mr Muzic Mensah switches to secular music for lack of media support and more

Published

on

Mr Muzic Mensah switches to secular music for lack of media support and more

US-based Ghanaian gospel artiste Lawrence Mensah popularly known as Mr Muzic Mensah has regretted his decision to pursue the gospel genre. (more…)

Continue Reading

Gossip

‘I’ve spent over 50 Million Naira on my girlfriend in 2 years’ – Joeboy

Published

on

joe

Nigerian artist, Joseph Akinwale Akinfenwa, well known as Joeboy has revealed that he has spent over N50M on his girlfriend since they started dating. (more…)

Continue Reading

Gossip

National Dance Champion Turned Gospel Singer, Bless Sowah To Release New Single ‘Jump Around’

Published

on

BLESS SOWAH 1

It is remarkable and exciting to observe the re-sprouting of the Ghanaian urban gospel industry. The versatility and creativity attached to the works of the artistes involved is just mind bugling.

The genre, which from onset was described by many as ungodly due to few tweaks in lyrics and rhythm, has without exaggeration, become one of the most accepted and listened to genres not only in Ghana but globally.

Interestingly, I am confident that Ghana and its entirety is yet to experience another storm with regards to pure talent and creativity in the urban gospel fraternity as I introduce Samuel Adjei Sowah, an award winning dancer and singer who domiciles in Switzerland

His entry in this space will undoubtedly draw world attention as his dedication and professionalism in music is unmatched.

After many years of laying low as an entertainer, Samuel adjei Sowah, who now goes by the moniker Bless Sowah, is out with his maiden single and it is mind blowing.

In a detailed interview, the dancer and singer reminisced how he nearly fell prey to the devil and what this song means to his life and career.

“ After winning the National Dance Championship in 1990 and 1995, I became addicted to drugs.

Whiles battling and seeking solutions to this canker of addiction, my mother walked to me one day and asked me to connect with God, else, I would not be able to enjoy life as I want.

I heeded her advice and, while on that task, I promised God if he could help deliver me from this shame, I will sing and shout to his glory. Thankfully, God fulfilled his part of the bargain and it is time to fulfill mine” he said.

jump around, the title for his latest joint sinks so well  and tells the Musician’s ordeal not only in rhythm, but captivating lyrics that elevates.

Although not a boxed musician, this gospel tune aims at encouraging believers to praise and give thanks in whatever situation they find themselves. With a background as a dancer, Samuel Adjei Sowah  A.K.A Bless Sowah with his producer, Oshogbo complemented the lyrics with a danceable and groovy rhythm, to complete the fun. It touches on relatable day to day issues and the importance of drawing close to God.

The song will be available on all digital platforms 7th April 2023

It is time to enter the house of God with our dancing shoes. Join me and let’s jump around.

Continue Reading

Gossip

Efia Odo Opens Up About New Image, Daddy Issues, Shatta Wale & Past Relationships

Published

on

efia

Efia Odo has revealed some interesting details about her life. In a recent interview on the Yaa Somuah show, Efia Odo talked about her new music career that has got many people talking She said: “I put all of my feelings and emotions in my music.”

Fans should expect some juicy information in her songs because the entertainer disclosed that her upcoming songs such as ‘Sika’ will detail information on some of her past relationships.

During the interview, Efia Odo also reflected on her relationship with her father. She opened up about how not having a father in her life made her look for love in the wrong places. She said: “I always wish I had a dad, I wish I had that father figure because I would have made better decisions growing up, I look at my young adulthood, my adolescent ages looking for love from a man because I wasn’t getting it. I would have made better decisions when it came to my choice of men”

Efia Odo also opened up about the viral video of her and Shatta Wale, a crazy experience after trying weed for the first time and more. Watch the full interview below:

Continue Reading

Trending