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FUL VC cautions against use of religion, ethnicity, politics to destroy Nigeria

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By Friday Idachaba, Lokoja.

Vice Chancellor, Federal University, Lokoja (FUL) Prof. Olayemi Akinwunmi, has admonished Nigerians against using religion, ethnicity and politics to destroy the fabric and pillars that hold the people together as a nation.

Akinwunmi made the call at the Nigerian Post Newspapers Annual Lecture/Award to mark “Kogi at 31” at the NUJ Press Centre on Thursday in Lokoja.

The Professor of History said that Nigerians should always take a retrospective look at the history of Nigeria and ensure that centrifugal forces were kept at bay or avoided completely.

He likened the country to a house with historical relevance saying that he recently presented his inaugural lecture in Keffi, Nasarawa State with a title, “Before we set the house ablaze, let us consult the Oracle.”

The Oracle, according to him, is history of long peaceful co-existence and mutual economic, political and social relevance and benefits to all constituents the diversity notwithstanding.

The topic of this year’s lecture: “Governance, Leadership Re-defined: The House Must Not Fall”, is very apt when we consider what is happening in the country today.

“We must not to use ethnicity to destroy this country, we must not use religion to destroy this house we must not use ethnicity to destroy this house we must not use politics to destroy his house.

“As we talk about leadership, Nigeria is at a crossroads now. I think we should look inward to see those who are ready to satisfy us, those who will take Nigeria to the next level.

Akinwunmi held that in spite of the nation’s foibles, Nigeria would be greater saying, “I am not a prophet but I see a greater Nigeria I see a country that is ready to take decisive position in world affairs.”

Chairman of the occasion, Prof. Stephen Ocheni, former Minister of State for Labour and Productivity said that Nigerians were yearning for good governance.

He stressed that those who will be presenting themselves for election into various offices in the incoming election must come to terms with the huge expectations of the people.

Ocheni urged candidates for various leadership positions to focus and channel their capacities to the greatest priority of moving the country forward for the sustenance of the nation’s democracy.

Chairman of Kogi State Chapter of the Jama’atu Nasir’l Islam (JNI) Amb. Usman Bello, who spoke in the same vein said all hands must be on deck for the House not to fall.

He expressed optimism that Nigeria would be great again but journalists must be allowed, encouraged and supported to do their job to help in sustaining the country’s democracy.

Earlier in his opening remarks, Mr Mike Abu, the Publisher and Editor-in-Chief of the Nigerian Post Newspapers said the theme of the lecture was deliberately coined to suit the prevailing economic and political situation in the country.

He said that Kogi State would be 31 years old in few days (August 27) and though it’s growth does not commensurate with its age, the “House” should not be pulled down.

He said that against misplaced insinuations, the state Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello had done much and was still doing much in development touching critical sectors like, Security, Health, Education, Roads among many others.

Abuh said that the other arm of the lecture which was presentation of awards to deserving individuals including the governor was aimed at recognising excellence, performance and to spur the recipients to do more.

Highlight of the occasion was the presentation of the awards to 23 recipients including the Gov. Bello, Prof. Ocheni; Kogi Poly Rector, Dr Usman Ogbo, NASS members, Ibrahim Shaba and Leke Abejide among many who had touched lives at various levels and times. (Ends)

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Veteran Broadcaster Reuben Okala is new head of Abuja station of Kaftan TV

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Kaftan TV has engaged the professional services of a veteran broadcaster, Reuben Okala, to lead the Abuja office as head of station.
The move by the station is to reposition the quality of news reportage, current affairs and other interesting programs for satisfaction of it’s viewers

Reuben Okala, who is expected to resume with emmidiate effect, is bringing on board his wealth of experience that spans close to thirty years, as a multitasking professional in journalism trenches at Nigeria’s premier television station, the Nigeria Television Authority-NTA.

Chief Executive Officer of Kaftan tv, Waheed Odusule, unveiled the new station helmsman, on Tuesday, at a general meeting with staff of the fast rising television station.
He admonished them to continue to work hard, while promising to look into their welfare and other emoluments. Odusule who said that their is no room for laziness at Kaftan tv, as hard work will be rewarded just as any staff that engages in professional misconduct will be shown the way out.

In his brief remark, representative of the founder of Kaftan tv, who also doubles as it’s consultant, noted that the founder, Prince Adewale Adebayo, places greater premium on professionalism for the overall success of the station, and that was why the decision to bring Reuben Okala becomes more than imperative.

In his bief remark, the new head of Abuja station, Reuben Okala, expressed satisfaction with the facilities he’s seen at the station when he was conducted round on a facility tour.

He urged them to be creative by carving a nitch for themselves, noting that collectively Kaftan tv can be taken to greater hieghts.
The new head of station admonished them to believe in themselves and their creator if they must achieve individual success, promoting that hard work will be rewarded under his watch as head of station in Anuja.

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Senate to tell its own story as it births in-house magazine

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The Senate has officially unveilled its in-house publication, “10th Senate,” to the public as it expressed the believe that its story can’t be better told by the third party

Chairman, Senate Committee on Media and Public Affairs, Senator Yemi Adaramodu who unveiled the magazine on the floor of the upper Chamber said the new publication”is an embodiment of the Senate’s commitment to open dialogue and effective communication with Nigerian people within and outside. “Within its pages, you will find a tapestry of stories, insights, and ideas that reflect the rich chronicle of our nation. It will serve as a platform for the Senate to share its legislative achievements, initiatives, and aspirations, while also providing a voice to the diverse voices of our citizenry. ”
“As we embark on this journey together, let us embrace the power of knowledge and dialogue. Let us seize this opportunity to strengthen the bond between the Senate and the people, as we work hand in hand towards a brighter future for our beloved nation. ”
Addressing newsmen shortly after plenary, Senator Adaramodu, who incidentally is the Editor-in-Chief of the magazine said the lawmakers are anxious to drive their own narrative in the public, conscious of the space constraints in the traditional media.
He said:” It will be a quarterly magazine to chronicle activities of the Senate which the traditional media may not give attention.
“Today, at the chamber, the Media Committee birthed a magazine to show the other areas that you our partners haven’t been able to showcase.
“We know that in the newsrooms there are deluge of news items fighting for space. You pick the ones that are immediate. That’s why we come up with this quarterly magazine , Tenth Senate.
Our story can’t be better told by the third party, we want to tell it ourselves
“We want the people of Nigeria to know that we are representing them adequately. We don’t want to restrict ourselves to just the hallowed chamber.”
Asked by journalists, if fund for publication of the magazine would be from public fund appropriated for the National Assembly, Adaramodu clarified that individual lawmakers would finance the publication.
“It is to be financed by Senators, we are contributing to run it to shore up our image, we aren’t going to take money either through Appropriation or other sources.”.

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Kogi Governor’s media adviser condemns attack on Akoni TV

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The Special Adviser on Media to Kogi State Governor, Ismaila Isah has expressed sympathy with the Chief Executive Officer of an online television channel in the state, Akoni TV, Deborah Agbonika, over the robbery attack and vandalisation of the Online Television Studio in Lokoja.
Some yet to be identified hoodlums were reported to have gained access to the property of Akoni TV by 200 unit housing estate junction in Lokoja on Sunday night, vandalized the studio and carted away equipments worth millions of Naira.
In a statement made available to newsmen in Lokoja, the Special Adviser to Governor Usman Ododo condemned the act describing it as an affront on journalism in the state.

He urged the management of the online TV channel not to be deterred by the incident as it is only a set back which is incapable of retarding its effort to disseminate factual and timely information to its audience and teeming followers within and outside the state

While calling on security agencies to investigate the attack and ensure that perpetrators are brought to justice, the Media adviser restated that the administration of Governor Ododo would not condone criminal elements and their nefarious activities especially where it tramples on the symbol of freedom of expression any where in the state.

Ismaila assured that the organization would be given needed support to ameliorate immediate challenges faced as a result of the robbery and damage to its facilities.

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