Love met luxury, entertainment met mobility, and history was made on the rails as the Chairman of Ojez Entertainment, Mr. Joseph Odobiatu, in collaboration with the Managing Director of the Nigerian Railway Corporation, Dr. Kayode Opeifa, hosted an unforgettable Valentine’s Day Train Cruise on Saturday, February 14, 2026.

From 12:30pm to 9:00pm, guests were treated to a spectacular 9-hour entertainment experience aboard a luxury train journey departing from Lagos, en route Abeokuta to Ibadan and back to Eko — the Centre of Excellence.

It was not just a journey; it was a moving carnival of glamour, creativity, and high-level networking.

A CELEBRATION ON RAILS

The Valentine Special Train Cruise featured:

Electrifying Live Music Performances

Premium Music Entertainment

Energetic Dance Sessions

Fun-filled Karaoke Moments

Rib-cracking Comedy

A stunning Fashion Showcase

Strategic High-Level Networking

Gourmet Hospitality & Premium Ambience

The collaboration between Ojez Entertainment and the Nigerian Railway Corporation demonstrated innovation in tourism, entertainment, and transportation — redefining how Nigerians celebrate special occasions.

SPECIAL GUEST OF HONOUR

• Dr. Kayode Opeifa – Managing Director, Nigerian Railway Corporation

HOST

• Mr. Joseph Odobiatu – Chairman, Ojez Entertainment

DISTINGUISHED PERSONALITIES ON BOARD

The train was graced by an impressive array of dignitaries, movie legends, entertainers, media icons, and industry leaders, including:

• CEO, Shola Moda Wears

• Yinka Aderigbe – S.A NRC

• Nollywood Legend, Chief Emeka Ossai

• Media Expert & Politician, Obong Effiong Nyong

• Amb. Cornell Udofia – Africa’s No. 1 Publicist & PRO, Actors Guild of Nigeria

• Queen of Comedy & Event Host, Mandy Uzokwu

• Music Goddess, Yinka Davies

• Movie Actress, Eberechi Obiora

• Nollywood Veteran, Elder Tommy Oyewole (who celebrates his 70th Birthday on Sunday, February 22, 2026 at Ojez Forum)

• Mr. Julius Amojie – Nollywood Entrepreneur & Actor

• Music Legend & Broadcaster, Alariwo of Africa

• Award-Winning MC, Amb. P London

• President, United Queens Association & Actress, High Chief Oby Express

Award-Winning DJ Electra

• Femi Durojaiye (Super Story Fame)

• Dora Bush

• Evans Johnson

• Gboyega Badejo – Author of Queen’s Visit to Nigeria

• Alhaji Abubakar Sanusi Yakubu – President, Actors Guild of Nigeria

• Erelu High Chief Mary Edward – Acting Chairman, AGN Lagos State Chapter

• Prince Tunde Shado – Financial Secretary, AGN Lagos State Chapter

• Dr. Don Pedro Aganbi – Director of Policy Implementation, AGN National

• Musical Legend & Actor, Sunny Neji

• Zheng John & Bruce John – CCECC Staff Konga TV & FM Crew

• Ifeoma Ikechukwu – AGN Chief Whip

• Joseph Mbachu (Big Joe) – Nollywood Actor

And many more distinguished fun lovers and stakeholders.

A HISTORIC VALENTINE EXPERIENCE

The atmosphere onboard was electric. Laughter echoed through the coaches, music flowed endlessly, fashion statements dazzled the aisles, and meaningful connections were forged across industries. It was a masterclass in experiential entertainment and public-private partnership.

This groundbreaking initiative highlights the Nigerian Railway Corporation’s commitment to repositioning rail transport as not just a means of mobility but a platform for lifestyle, tourism, and national integration.

Ojez Entertainment once again proved its dominance in curating premium lifestyle experiences that merge class, culture, and creativity.

MEDIA & DOCUMENTATION

Enjoy the exclusive videos and pictures beautifully put together by:

Paul Sunday – Ojez Media Team

Eberechi O

King Praise – The Gladiators Magazine

CONCLUSION

Valentine’s Day 2026 will forever be remembered as the day love rode the rails.

From Lagos to Abeokuta, Ibadan, and back to Eko, this 9-hour luxury cruise redefined celebration in Nigeria. It was bold. It was classy. It was historic.

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