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Do you remember the Otedola Bridge fire from a month ago?

If you live in Lagos, you most likely heard about it, and haven’t forgotten since.
On the 28th of June in Berger, a moving petrol tanker caught fire due to an alleged brake failure.

It was devastating, horrific event. Twelve innocent souls lost their lives, and many more were injured and lost valuable property. You can read more about this here.
Our hearts still go out to the families of the deceased, the hurt and the traumatised.

So you can imagine how happy we were to hear that there would be a relief dinner to support them.
Some of our favourite chefs came together, and decided to use their talents to raise funds for the victims.

Really, not all heroes wear capes. Some wear aprons.
On the 28th of July 2018, nine of Nigeria’s leading chefs will prepare a nine-course dinner with 100% of the proceeds going to aid those affected by the fire.

The produce and ingredients have all been donated by some amazing businesses and farmers.
The produce has been locally sourced as well. Nothing used will be imported, even down to salt.

This is also an opportunity to showcase Nigerian cuisine and the fact that we have so much more to offer than negativity.
Newly opened fine-dining restaurant 788 On The Sea, Lekki has been so kind as to donate their space to host this fundraising dinner.

It really is going to be an experience worth it in every sense. 788 On The Sea is a beautiful space.
Come for some fine dining by some of Nigeria’s finest chefs in a beautiful space, while helping those in need out.

It really doesn’t get much better than this.
The tickets are N40,000 per head and include a champagne reception, as well as two glasses of wine. You can also book tables of six, eight or ten people.

The generous, super talented chefs from left to right are Ozoz Sokoh of Kitchenbutterfly, Atim Ukoh of Afrolems, Chef Alex Oke, Chef Uzo of El Padrino, Chef Michael Elegbede, Chef Christian of La Tervana, Chef Eros of Cookie Jar, Chef Benedict and Chef Imoteda of Heels In The Kitchen.
I’m sure that we would all like to help out, but even if you can’t make it to the dinner, there’s still a way you can help.

Please spread the word with everyone you can think of. You never know who can help, or who would simply be interested in the dinner. It is also a way to appreciate the good these chefs are doing.

Sade

July 25, 2018

General

berger, chefs, fundraiser, Lagos, ojodu berger, otedola bridge, otedola bridge fire, relief dinner
It’s a very sad time on the streets of Nigeria. The roads are silent because the people are quiet.

There is increased tension in the air.
On the 28th of June 2018, in Berger, Lagos, a moving petrol tanker caught fire.

This was due to a brake failure.
The fire outbreak not only affected the tanker.

A large number of cars went down with the tanker.
While some people tried to call for help or jump out as soon as they could.

A lot of lives were lost.
This incident happening just a few days after the Ojuelegba tragedy and the loss of lives in Plateau makes the entire country wonder.

As it can not be asked enough
The Lagos state Government responded to this issue as soon as they could.

But they weren’t fast enough
Situations like this make us question our government even more. Do they really know what the country needs or what’s best for us?

In states like Pennsylvania, these things exist. Why are the vital things not top priority?
An emergency unit should be close to every terminal in a city.

To avoid worst case scenario’s like this.
The whole of Lagos was halted as everywhere was traffic jammed. A lot of us took this opportunity to say a prayer or two for those who passed away.

We hope their hearts light up the Heavens.
And to the families and friends of those affected, our hearts are with you.

We hope you find peace that surpasses everything.
And while we pray, we need to work together to improve our standard of living, and remember to do a very important thing.

Which starts with getting your PVC or finding out how to get it here. https://getyourpvc.com
Please note.

Eniola

June 29, 2018

General, Gist

Accident, berger, death, Lagos, lives, Nigeria, tanker, Traffic

Do you remember the Otedola Bridge fire from a month ago?

On the 28th of June in Berger, a moving petrol tanker caught fire due to an alleged brake failure.

Our hearts still go out to the families of the deceased, the hurt and the traumatised.

Some of our favourite chefs came together, and decided to use their talents to raise funds for the victims.

On the 28th of July 2018, nine of Nigeria’s leading chefs will prepare a nine-course dinner with 100% of the proceeds going to aid those affected by the fire.

The produce has been locally sourced as well. Nothing used will be imported, even down to salt.

Newly opened fine-dining restaurant 788 On The Sea, Lekki has been so kind as to donate their space to host this fundraising dinner.

Come for some fine dining by some of Nigeria’s finest chefs in a beautiful space, while helping those in need out.

The tickets are N40,000 per head and include a champagne reception, as well as two glasses of wine. You can also book tables of six, eight or ten people.

I’m sure that we would all like to help out, but even if you can’t make it to the dinner, there’s still a way you can help.

It’s a very sad time on the streets of Nigeria. The roads are silent because the people are quiet.

On the 28th of June 2018, in Berger, Lagos, a moving petrol tanker caught fire.

The fire outbreak not only affected the tanker.

While some people tried to call for help or jump out as soon as they could.

This incident happening just a few days after the Ojuelegba tragedy and the loss of lives in Plateau makes the entire country wonder.

The Lagos state Government responded to this issue as soon as they could.

Situations like this make us question our government even more. Do they really know what the country needs or what’s best for us?

An emergency unit should be close to every terminal in a city.

The whole of Lagos was halted as everywhere was traffic jammed. A lot of us took this opportunity to say a prayer or two for those who passed away.

And to the families and friends of those affected, our hearts are with you.

And while we pray, we need to work together to improve our standard of living, and remember to do a very important thing.

Please note.