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PAGE 44—SUNDAY VANGUARD, JANUARY 26, 2020 Falana, others s kick against killings, detention of journalists By Chris Onuoha & Onozure Dania edia experts and Mhuman right activists in Nigeria are displeased with killings and illegal detention of journalists by state and federal governments. They spoke yesterday in Lagos at a public forum organised by the Committee of Media and CSO groups and activists under the theme: ‘State of Media and Citizens Freedom in Nigeria.’ The forum, coordinated by Mr Femi Falana, Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN) and human rights activist, had in attendance seasoned journalist, Khadaria Ahmed; Mr Lanre Arogundade; Nigeria Union of Journalist NUJ,Lagos Chapter Chairman, Dr. Quazeem Akinretin and Professor Bola Akinteriwa, among others, and deliberated on vital issues affecting the free practice of journalism in the country. Falana, in his speech, charged the media to direct attention more on the National Assembly, state and federal governments who, he said, were trying to shrink the freedom of expression of the media in the country. He cited the cases of Agba Jalingo and Omoyele Sowore who were detained for months and charged for terrorism and treasonable felony. Falana said that By Harris Emmanuel, Chioma Onuegbu and Chinazo Alozie INITIAL fears of tension that foreshadowed the supplementary polls in 28 constituencies materialised in some areas, yesterday, as the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC, concluded the 2019 general elections. Apart from voters apathy and logistics challenges in some areas, some electoral officers were abducted with election materials in Akwa Ibom. However, they were rescued by the police who apprehended their abductors. A chieftain of the People’s Democratic Party, PDP, and Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Prince Ukpong Akpabio, alleged that election materials for six units in Ward 5, Akpautong in Essien Udim’s rerun poll were recovered in a politician’s house in the area. Akpabio did not mention the name of the politician he alleged was a member of the All Progressive Congress Congress, APC, in the area. Akpabio spoke with newsmen after casting his ballot, saying that the hoodlums who carted away the election materials had been arrested and taken to the State Police Command, Ikot Akpan Abia, Uyo. Ukpong disclosed that INEC’s Ad hoc officers including an Electoral Officer who were abducted with materials were released while the suspects were whisked away. journalists are the watchdog of the society and must hold government accountable for every of their action. He stressed that the list of journalists in detention was long and embarrassing, adding that the Governor of Kaduna State said his jurisdiction was not limited to his state alone. Akinteriwa spoke on the challenges facing journalists and suggested that the way forward was for the media to address the menace. He said the attitudinal disposition of the media counts in carrying out its duties, pointing out that the killing of journalists was not restricted to Nigeria alone but a global challenge. He, however, Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Ezenwo Wike with the children of Late Dr Ferry Gberegbe , Khana Local Government Area PDP Governorship Election Agent, who was murdered by FSARs Operatives at the Bori Collation Centre, during a funeral Service in honour of Late Gberegbe at Betem town yesterday o 11 1 stat ates Lassa fever er spreads to 1 support states in strengthening their preparedness and response •29 killed, 195 cases confirmed capacity. Over the last three T weeks, NCDC has deployed he Nigeria Centre for coordinate response ( WHO), United Nations Rapid Response Teams to Disease Control activities on the disease. International Children’s support five of the affected (NCDC) says 195 In a statement last night, the Emergency Fund states. The Honourable cases of Lassa fever have centre said the national (UNICEF), US Centre for Minister of Health, been confirmed and that 29 EOC which was set up on Disease Control, and other Dr.Osagie Ehanire led a deaths have been reported January 24, includes partners. high-level delegation to in 11 states as of January representatives of the It said two health workers Kano State on the 25th of 24. National Emergency in Kano state have been January 2020, following The centre said of the Management Agency confirmed dead. the deaths of two health confirmed cases, 89% are (NEMA), federal ministry of The centre also said rapid workers infected with Lassa from Ondo, Edo and Ebonyi. agriculture and rural response teams have been fever. In addition, NCDC The NCDC said it activated development, federal deployed to support five out has rapidly increased risk a national emergency ministry of environment, of the 11 affected states. communications and operations centre (EOC) to World Health Organisation “The NCDC continues to He said: “It took the strength of Nigeria Police to recover the stolen materials in the politician’s house. The Ad- hoc staff were abducted and forced to thumb print the ballot papers instead of the voters including one of the Electoral Officers assigned to the area. “Those arrested were too many such that the police called prison officials to transport them to the state police command.” It was gathered that four corps members were abducted by the suspected thugs. Sunday Vanguard saw the arrested suspected political thugs being conveyed in two prison trucks from Essien Udim to Police Headquarters, Uyo. The Police Public Relations Officer (PPRO) Nnudam Frederick, Chief Superintendent of Police, confirmed the arrest of some persons in Essien Udim. He said: “Some persons have been arrested for their involvement in electoral violence in Essien Udim local government area. And some persons are in custody as I speak to you. Investigation is ongoing. “You know, I am in the field with you, so I cannot categorize the number persons in custody undergoing investigation.” The CP however adjudged the exercise peaceful and orderly in all the polling units in the local government area. The poll was generally peaceful even as election results were being returned to the Collation Center at Ukana located at Methodist School, Ukana (Okop- Akama) as at the time of filing this report. In Imo, the Okigwe North Federal Constituency, the rerun elections witnessed a low turn out of voters. Only a few areas had a good number of voters. There was also late arrival of materials and commencement of polling in some areas. Areas that were hit with voters apathy in Isiala Mbano local government area included 013, Umuneke Village Anara; 001, Central school Eziama; community engagement activities to ensure that IMO, A/IBOM: Voter apathy, hitches, bickering mar supplementary polls •Police arrest thugs, allegedly recover election materials •Ad-hoc staff abducted, rescued by police T he management of Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU), Abia State has cleared the Vice Chancellor, Prof Francis Otunta, of allegations of sexual harassment levelled against him by a female staff member of the institution. It disclosed that the allegation was a product of frustration and vendetta by the said staff because she was disciplined in line with the extant rules of the University. In a statement signed by the Registrar and Secretary to Council, Mrs Jacinta N. Ogwo-Agu, MOUAU declared that Prof Otunta “at no time or place did harass physically or sexually anyone as he has no need to do so”. The university was reacting to allegations of sexual harassment by a staff member. stated that Nigeria media is the most vibrant in Africa despite the challenges it encounters. Khadaria Ahmed said that freedom of the press is non-negotiable, adding that the problem with the Nigerian media is focusing too much attention on government and ignoring the responsibility of others in the industry. “We have selfish media owners who makes money and do not protect their workers and it is important that we do it with nuance,” Ahmed said. “Nigerian media is not doing enough soul searching and that has not allowed us to agree on one thing. The media have been focusing on tribal and religious issue in the last six years, undermining cohesion.” 008, Central school Anara; and 014 Dialum Hall. However, 002 community school Eziama witnessed a high turn out of voters. When Sunday Vanguard called on some stakeholders at Orlu/Orsu/Oru East Federal constituency, the story was different as many said that in some polling units voters fully turned out. In Njaba state constituency, it was same the story. It was mixed fortunes in terms of voters turnout. speaking on the turnout, a chieftain of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Chinedu Iwuala, said: “The turn out is average because this is not our voting strenght. There were some hitches at the initial time. One of the card readers developed fault and they made a call to the INEC and the INEC brought another card reader.” MOUAU clears Vice Chancellor of sexual harassment allegation It explained that the accuser, alongside more than 100 other staff, was recently “properly placed from her previous position in line with the approval given by the Council at its 21st emergency A tlantic Hall School, Lagos is set to launch N2 billion fundraising initiative as part of the activities lined up to mark the 30th anniversary of its establishment. On February 1, distinguished men and women will assemble to give back to the school which nurtured the foundation of their success. The school was founded in 1989 on the vision of five women, namely Chief Mrs. Taiwo Taiwo, Mrs. Eniola Fadayomi, Lady Gbeminiyi Meeting held from Monday, May 13 to Thursday May 16, 2019”. It also disclosed that the accuser’s salary was “suspended after she travelled abroad and Atlantic Hall School launches N2bn fund Smith, Dr. Kehinde.O. Dina and Mrs. Olabisi Towry Coker, as well as other likeminded trustees. The institution has over the years produced trailblazers, inventors, care givers, educators, administrators, entertainers, and all-round achievers at the highest level of society both at home and abroad. It is against this background that Atlantic Hall School’s alumni will also embark on a five-year transformational agenda titled Charting a new path; an agenda driven by the absconded from her duties without due authorization. In line with the rules of the University, her immediate superiors reported her absence from duty”. notion “what got us here won’t get us there”. Activities marking the event are the unveiling of the Transformational Agenda, showcasing of the Ambassadors of the Decade, an anniversary gala finale and presentation of honorary awards to distinguished members of the alumni. The fund raiser’s school target are N300 million Atlantic Hall Endowment Fund, N200 million Solar Power Initiative and the new N1.65 billion Multi-Purpose Hall for the school. Nigerians are aware of the risks of Lassa fever and measures to protect themselves,” the statement read. “There has been a decline in the case fatality rate of reported Lassa fever cases from 23.4% in 2019 to 14.8% this year. NCDC continues to support treatment centres across states in the country to effectively manage Lassa fever cases. “Nigeria is contributing to research and other activities for the development of a Lassa fever vaccine. NCDC and the three main treatment centres in the country- Irrua Specialist Teaching Hospital, federal medical centre Owo and Alex Ekwueme federal teaching hospital Abakalilkiare set to commence Lassa fever epidemiological studies that will provide data to guide research and response activities. “The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control remains committed to protecting the health of Nigerians. It is important for members of the public to practice good hygiene and take measures to protect themselves and their families.” *More Lassa Fever story on page 27 Akinmade, others emerge as Ondo club gets new exco lub 66, Idanre, yesterday, Celected a new set of executives to pilot its affairs for the next few years. It elected the Chairman of Henry Pinner Glass Nigeria Limited, Chief Henry Olofingorite, as its new President. Also elected at the club’s New Year maiden dinner was the President of Telecommunications Association of Telecomms Companies of Nigeria (ATCON), Engineer Sola Teniola, as Vice President, while Hon Kayode Akinmade, a former Commissioner for Information in the state, emerged as the General Secretary. Other elected officers include the Commissioner for Culture and Tourism in Ondo State, Honourable Yemi Olowolabi (Financial Secretary); Mr. Korede Adeyemi, Kunle Akinyelure (Social Secretary); and Chief Biyi Akinseye (ex-officio).
Barca slip at Valencia as Real Madrid face Valladolid test VALENCIA pulled off a 2-0 win over Barcelona, meaning Real Madrid could step up their La Liga standing if they beat Valladoliod this evening. Jordi Alba own goal just after the second half restart and Maxi Gomez’s strike on 77 minutes, saw Barcelona off the pace in the race for the title. Lionel Messi came close to equalising several times after Alba’s unfortunate opener but he was unable to save Quique Setien from slipping to his first defeat as Barca boss since replacing Ernesto Valverde earlier this month. The former Real Betis coach had begun with a 1-0 win at home to Granada last weekend and followed that up with 2-1 win against third division Ibiza in the Copa del Rey in midweek. Zinedine Zidane’s in-form Real Madrid will also be tested this evening at Real Valladolid - who have lost just once at their Jose Zorrilla stadium so far this season. Last year’s clash between the Castilian neighbours was also super dramatic - Valladolid dominated the first half and could have been three goals up before Madrid pulled away to win 4-1 in the end. In other Sunday games Leganes are away to Atletico Madrid. Both teams had difficulties last weekend - ‘Lega’ lost at home to even closer neighbours Getafe, while Atletico’s title challenge faltered with a first ever LaLiga defeat at Eibar. Eibar will play Celta Vigo Inter set to seal Eriksen deal INTER Milan hope to complete the signing of Christian Eriksen from Tottenham on Monday. The Denmark midfielder’s future has been uncertain since the end of last season, when he said he was ready to seek a fresh challenge away from the Premier League. After a hoped-for move to Spain failed to materialise, the 27-year-old started the season with Spurs. It is understood an outline agreement is in place to be finalised next week. Eriksen, who is out of contract at the end of the season, is expected to command a fee of around £16.9m, despite his patchy recent form. The midfielder was not named in the squad for Tottenham’s FA Cup fourthround tie with Southampton on Saturday. He would be the third former Premier League player to sign for Inter during the January transfer window, following the arrivals of Ashley Young from Manchester United and Victor Moses on loan from Chelsea. Inter have slipped four points behind Serie A leaders Juventus following successive draws against Atalanta and Lecce. Cavani rejects lucrative Man Utd deal PARIS Saint-Germain superstar Edinson Cavani has rejected a lucrative contract offer from Manchester United. The 32-year-old, who has a staggering 389 career goals for club and country to his name, as per Transfer market, is in the final six months of his contract with the Parisians. Red Devils made a pro- - with the Galicians themselves also having been lifted by last weekend’s creditable draw at Athletic Bilbao. Getafe and Real Betis will clash at the Coliseum Alfonso Perez, while Real Sociedad face RCD.Mallorca . visional contract offer of around £10m-a-year to the Uruguayan talisman, this also reportedly included a significant signing-on bonus. Foot Mercato report that Cavani has rejected the Old Trafford outfit’s advances as he’s keen on a move to Atletico Madrid. The contract United offered reportedly had the same terms as Atletico’s. Cavani has scored 5 goals in his 14 appearances across all competitions this season, the Mirror report that PSG have set a price-tag of £20m for the forward’s services. Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s side were arguably in need of bolstering their forward line even before Marcus Rashford’s injury, Cavani’s rejection could come as a massive blow to the Red Devils. The Manchester outfit’s lack of goals this season is one of the key factors why the side are behind their rivals in the race for a top four spot. United have scored five less goals than fourth-placed Chelsea. Club makes throne for Coach Maradona HIS nickname is God but Diego Maradona is being treated as a king by his club, who have made a special throne for the 59- year-old coach to use on the sidelines of each home game. Gimnasia y Esgrima will auction the high-backed chair, decked out in the club colours of blue and white and replete with the official crest and initials DM, after each home match. Maradona, who won the World Cup with Argentina in 1986 and is widely held to be one of the greatest ever players in the game, took over at the La Plata club in September and is charged with helping them avoid relegation to Argentina’s second tier. The club said Maradona will also sign replicas of the throne to be sold in the club shop. He signed his first chair on Friday before Gimnasia’s Superliga game with Velez Sarsfield. SUNDAY Vanguard, JANUARY 26, 2020 — 45 Halogen lauds Adekuoroye over gold medal triumph *Hopeful of Olympics glory HALOGEN Security Company Limited has congrat ulated Nigerian World wrestling medalist and two times Commonwealth champion, Odunayo Adekuoroye for winning Nigeria’s only gold medal at the Matteo Pellicone Ranking Series tournament in Rome, Italy, where she defeated her Indian opponent, Anshu Anshu 10-0 through technical superiority in the final to land gold. Group Managing Director of Halogen Group, Mr. Wale Olaoye said, the company is proud to celebrate Adekuoroye and Nigerians globally, as she defeated her opponent to win gold in the tournament in Rome. According to Olaoye, this, no doubt, is a historic period for Nigerian sports at the global level. “We are delighted with Odunayo’s impressive exploits. This is a reflection of what Halogen stands for: Professionalism, Integrity, Passion, and Excellence.” Olaoye added, “Halogen is proud to be part of Nigeria’s quest for Olympic gold medal through support for the Commonwealth wrestling Amazon. Odunayo’s sterling performance at the recent United World Wrestling (UWW) Ranking Series events in Italy is an inspiring pointer to what Nigerians can expect at the Tokyo 2020 Olympic. We are proud of her unstoppable spirit.” The Halogen boss stressed that Nigerian youths have huge lessons to learn from the wrestling Champion whose hard work, conquering spirit and unrelenting passion for excellence is bringing great results to her enterprise and Nigeria. “Nigerian Youths have a huge lesson to learn from Odunayo. She is determined to transform the record created by past athletes, she wanted to be a great wrestler in Nigeria, She has succeeded. She has conquered Africa and the Commonwealth Nations twice. Now, her Eagle is already on the world stage, she is ready to fly high at the Olympics.” *Adekuoroye SPORTS FESTIVAL: Unity Torch conclude Tour of Edo Central as Chairmen assure on participation AS preparation for the 3rd Edo State Sports Festival 2020 enters its advanced stage, the Unity Torch on tour of the state’s 18 Local government has concluded its tour of Esan land as the chairmen of all the councils expressed confidence in Governor Godwin Obaseki’s programmes and their readiness to participate actively in the Edo Games beginning from February 10, 2020. The torch bearers on behalf of the state government presented the Torch of Unity to Chairman of Esan North-East Local Government Council, Austine Okoibhole by Sixtus Omokhagbon, the Senior Special Assistant to Governor Godwin Obaseki during the week. Receiving the torch, Hon. Okoibhole declared that Esan North-East Local Government Area was fully prepared for the sports festival, adding that he was very optimistic that his local government would top the medals table at the end of the tournament. He commended the state government’s preparedness towards the tournament, adding that the reconstruction of Samuel Ogbemudia stadium and the upgrading of other sports facilities in the state was a pointer to that fact. Australian Open: Nadal, Kyrgios in round 4 grudge match N ICK Kyrgios believes a layer of respect exists be tween himself and Rafael Nadal but would not go as far as saying he likes the world number one ahead of their Australian Open meeting. After both players won their third-round matches on Saturday, they will do battle in the pick of the fourth-round ties on Monday. Nadal cruised to a 6-1 6-2 6-4 win over fellow Spaniard Pablo Carreno Busta, while Kyrgios overcame Karen Khachanov 6-2 7-6 (7-5) 6-7 (6-8) 6-7 (7-9) 7-6 (10-8) in an incredibly close contest lasting four hours and 26 minutes. Kyrgios has won three of his seven meetings against Nadal in a rivalry that stepped up a gear at last year’s Mexican Open when words were exchanged after a match the Australian won.
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