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The Nigerian Guild of Editors (NGE) has expressed sadness, following the death of Somtochukwu Maduagwu, fondly known as ‘Sommie’, a talented news anchor, lawyer and reporter with Arise News.
The 29-year-old broadcaster lost her life in an armed robbery incident at her Katampe, Abuja residence on Monday, September 29.
Reacting to the tragic development, the NGE through its President, Mr Eze Anaba and General Secretary, Mr Onuoha Ukeh, in a statement on Tuesday, described the incident as ‘senseless’.
“By Somtochukwu’s untimely death, journalism has lost not just a good professional, who was committed to shedding light on important issues and giving voice to the voiceless but also one who represented the future of journalism in the country.
“The loss of this dedicated journalist from an armed robbery incident, is a stark reminder of the dangers Nigerians face daily in their homes and on the streets.
“We cannot help but reflect on the issue of insecurity that plagues our nation.
“The rising cases of armed robbery, kidnapping, banditry, insurgency and other violent crimes, have created an environment of fear and uncertainty for both citizens and professionals like journalists,” the NGE stated.
The guild consequently called on the Federal Government to expedite action in addressing the root causes of insecurity and take measures to ensure the safety and security of all citizens.
According to the NGE, those responsible for Maduagwu’s death must be fished out by security agencies and made to face the full weight of the law.
“At this difficult time, we stand in solidarity with Arise News and the broadcast journalism community.
“We pray that the memory of this talented young journalist who died at her prime, inspires excellence in journalism, even in the face of adversity.
“May the memory of this vibrant journalist be a blessing to all who knew her,” it added (NAN)
NAF Air Strike, The Accompanying Photo And One Other Thing
NAF Air Strike, The Accompanying Photo And One Other Thing
Rafiu Ajakaye
This is an unusual time — a dreadful one. We are not used to it. Lives are at stake. The anxiety is justified, and there is no dismissing people’s experiences and feelings — not by any inch.
Some have said we are in a state of war. It is their own way of saying it. However, in honour of the dead and to save everyone, this is a time to major only in the major.
So much has been said about the statement of the Nigerian Air Force which was issued yesterday. It has degenerated into arguments. Two things are at issue here: was there a statement on Monday September 29 by the NAF announcing an air strike on enemy position? Yes. The Air Force shared the statement on its official WhatsApp platform at 1:54pm yesterday. Some people claim the statement was not posted on their Facebook or other social handles. Does that invalidate its authenticity? No. Has the NAF disputed it issued the statement since it went viral yesterday? No. There is absolutely no basis for the disputations. Was there a security operation last night in the area of interest? Yes. There are pictures from the secret police, which was heavily involved in the operation last night.
Attached herewith are pictures from the DSS on the operation between Kogi and Kwara, in which several criminals were eliminated, and a screenshot from the NAF WhatsApp platform with editors.
What does the government gain in saying there was an operation if there was none? Many operations happen without getting to the media, legacy or new. When things are shared with the public, it is sometimes to keep our people at ease in times of tension. Nothing more. It serves no general good if we do not operate with minimal trust in times of crisis.
We should focus on the real issue, unite in the outrage against the enemies, and leave ‘fine, fine details’ for the good days. No one should have time for petty partisan bickering and twaddle now.
The other issue is the picture, which accompanied the NAF statement on different platforms. Yes, the NAF didn’t share its statement with the picture. But hey, what does that matter in the context of whether the operation happened? The problem would be if there was no engagement or airstrike at all, and someone just wrote a fiction and attached the picture. The strike happened. It did.
The news reporter in me took it further. At 3:11p.m. this afternoon, September 30, I spoke with the NAF spokesman, Air Commodore Ehimen Ejodame, to confirm to me if he issued the statement. He confirmed he issued it! My call was to satisfy “all righteousness”. Multiple authoritative sources had earlier told me the airstrike took place.
News media (including Sahara Reporters) have used pictures from thousands of kilometres away to illustrate their stories — attached herewith are screenshots of news media using old pictures to illustrate new stories. What is the fuss about a picture of a previous air strike in Borno or Alabama accompanying the statement?
Politicians do not miss opportunities to wrong-foot their opponents. Average citizens who are concerned about all of us getting out of this crisis stronger and better as a community should not join such chitchat. It is not worth it.
Finally, and this is in good faith, there is no truth to the claim that DSS withdrew weapons from the forest guards at any time. The leadership of the forest guards has disputed this claim. The DSS, for its part, has expressed strong reservations about the demoralising, albeit false, claim which was made in a viral video. We pray to God to console the bereaved woman— and every other ones — but her claim is not true. This clarification does not in any way delegitimise her grief. Not at all. May God uphold her and others in her position.
We will get out of this stronger and safer. Let us remain united and calm, and refuse to be at daggers-drawn with ourselves. That will be a road to the Golgotha.
︎ Mr. Ajakaye is the Chief Press Secretary to the Kwara State Governor
Rafiu Ajakaye This is an unusual time — a dreadful one. We are not used to it. Lives are at stake. The anxiety is justified, and there is no dismissing
Nigeria at 65: Tinubu to Address Nation Wednesday Morning
Nigeria at 65: Tinubu to Address Nation Wednesday Morning
Deji Elumoye in Abuja
President Bola Tinubu will broadcast to the nation on Wednesday at 7 a.m., in commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary. According to a release issued on Tuesday by presidential spokesperson, Bayo Onanuga, all television, radio stations, and other electronic media outlets are urged to join the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and the Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria for the broadcast.
Deji Elumoye in Abuja President Bola Tinubu will broadcast to the nation on Wednesday at 7 a.m., in commemoration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary.According to a release issued on Tuesday
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︎ Mr. Ajakaye is the Chief Press Secretary to the Kwara State Governor
