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Release #EndSARS Protesters Immediately – Civic Group, SERAP Warns Nigerian Police

20Oct

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

Human Rights, Justice, News, Nigeria, Security, Youths

Release #EndSARS Protesters Immediately – Civic Group, SERAP Warns Nigerian Police

The Socio-Economic Rights and Accountability Project (SERAP) has urged the Nigerian Police authorities to immediately and unconditionally release a journalist and other protesters arrested at the Lekki Tollgate. The group made the call in a post on its Twitter handle on Wednesday. The tweet reads, “Nigerian authorities must immediately and unconditionally release two protesters including a journalist reportedly arrested this morning by the Lagos State Police Command at the Lekki tollgate where the #EndSARSMemorial protest is scheduled to hold. Protest is a right.” BREAKING: Nigerian authorities must immediately and unconditionally release two protesters including a journalist reportedly arrested this morning by the Lagos State Police Command at the Lekki tollgate where the #EndSAR...

#EndSARS: No Security Officer Punished For Killing, Others One Year After Brutal Crackdown —Amnesty International

20Oct

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

Human Rights, Justice, News, Nigeria, Youths

#EndSARS: No Security Officer Punished For Killing, Others One Year After Brutal Crackdown —Amnesty International

A non-governmental organisation, Amnesty International has alleged that the #EndSARS Judicial Panel of Inquiry dashed hopes of victims rather than providing restitution to them. On October 19, 2020, the Lagos state government set up a nine-man Judicial Panel of Inquiry to investigate cases of brutality and human rights violations perpetrated by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force and the dissolved Special Anti-Robbery Squad (SARS). The panels, which were also established in other states of the country were mainly set up as a response to one of the demands of youth during the #EndSARS protests. A statement issued by the organisation explained that despite promises of reform, police impunity continues. It stated partly, “One year after peaceful #EndSARS protests ended in a bru...

Osimhen’s Scores to Secure Napoli’s Eight Straight Serie A Win

18Oct

By Chinedu IbeakanmaNo Comments

Nigeria, Sports, Youths

Osimhen’s Scores to Secure Napoli’s Eight Straight Serie A Win

A late Victor Osimhen’s towering header sealed a hard-fought 1-0 for Napoli which saw them record their eight consecutive win in the Serie A this season. Napoli are now the only team in Europe’s top five leagues with a 100 percent record and reclaims the first position from AC Milan as they have 24 points. Also in action in the encounter was Osimhen’s Super Eagles teammate Ola Aina who played for 90 minutes. It was Osimhen’s fifth goal in seven appearances so far in the Italian elite division this season. Osimhen now has eight goals in nine games in all competitions for Napoli. With nine minutes left in the game, Osimhen emerged the hero for Luciano Spalletti’s dominant side. See Also: Victor Osimhen Voted Serie A September Player Of The Month Kalidou Koulibaly’s b...

Lagos Police Make U-turn, Approve #EndSARS Protests, Frown On Road Closures

18Oct

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

News, Nigeria, Security, Youths

Lagos Police Make U-turn, Approve #EndSARS Protests, Frown On Road Closures

The Lagos State Commissioner of Police, Hakeem Odumosu, has made a U-turn on its earlier warning against any gathering or organisation of protest in commemoration of the first anniversary of last year's #EndSARS protest in the state. Addressing journalists on Saturday while monitoring the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) state congress election in Lagos, Odumosu described protests as a right citizens are entitled to. He added that the state police command would be ready to protect protesters. Meanwhile, an earlier statement by the Lagos Police Command had said, “The police in the state will not fold their arms and allow some misguided elements disrupt the peace and serenity currently being enjoyed in the state. “To forestall breakdown of law and order, the police will use all leg...

Lagos Governor Plans To Distract Youths From #EndSARS Anniversary With ‘Concerts’ – Nigerian Rapper, Falz

16Oct

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

Music, News, Nigeria, Youths

Lagos Governor Plans To Distract Youths From #EndSARS Anniversary With ‘Concerts’ – Nigerian Rapper, Falz

The Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, is plotting to organise concerts with celebrities to distract youths from participating in the EndSARS remembrance event. Nigerian rapper, Folarin Falana, popularly known as Falz, made the allegations in a social media post on Friday. Popular Instagram comedian, Debo Adedayo, also known as Mr. Macaroni, had earlier taken a swipe at celebrities for accepting Sanwo-Olu’s invitation to perform at a concert meant to hold days before the Lekki shooting anniversary. Macaroni, who rebuked celebrities for refusing to speak up against the government’s move to quell planned #EndSARS memorial events, charged them to rethink their association with the government. Falz alleged that the Lagos State governor planned to use the concert as a distrac...

Lagos Police Warn Against Planned #EndSARS Memorial Protest, Threaten “Wrath Of The Law”

11Oct

By Obiajulu Joel NwoluNo Comments

News, Nigeria, Youths

Lagos Police Warn Against Planned #EndSARS Memorial Protest, Threaten “Wrath Of The Law”

The Lagos State commissioner of police, Hakeem Odumosu, has warned residents of the state to desist from participating in any form of protest planned in commemoration of the #EndSARS protest. The police boss promised that his officers would resist any of such protests. This is contained in a statement released on Monday by Adekunle Ajisebutu, the Lagos police spokesperson. The statement reads: “Credible intelligence at the disposal of the Command has revealed clandestine plans by some youths, individuals or groups to embark on protest today in commemoration of the first anniversary of EndSARS. “Lagosians and indeed Nigerians cannot afford to relive the distasteful experience of last year protest which caused pain, anguish, needless loss of lives and wanton destruction of public...

10Oct

By Chinedu IbeakanmaNo Comments

Nigeria, Sports, Youths

Super Eagles Beat CAR 2-0

The Super Eagles of Nigeria made good their promise to bounce back from a shocking 1-0 loss to the Central African Republic, CAR by beating the Wild Beasts 2-0 on Sunday in Douala, Cameroon in a 2022 FIFA World Cup qualifying match. Goals from Leon Balogun and Victor Osimhen ensured that they remained in pole position to win the group and qualify for the second round with only two games remaining. See Also: NFF Backs Super Eagles To Beat Central African Republic In Douala Nigeria started the game with intent and before long had the opponent pinned to their own half of the pitch, a clear statement of seeking revenge over the reverse fixture last Thursday. Source: Vanguard

10Oct

By Chinedu IbeakanmaNo Comments

News, Nigeria, Sports, Youths

Anthony Joshua Officially Triggers Rematch Clause To Face Oleksandr Usyk

Anthony Joshua has triggered a rematch clause with heavyweight rival Oleksandr Usyk, his promoter Eddie Hearn confirmed on Saturday night. The Ukrainian’s team had already indicated a rematch clause had been activated in principle. Speaking during the Liam Smith-Anthony Fowler card in Liverpool, Hearn confirmed a date in the first part of 2022 was now firmly on the agenda. “He (Joshua) has got his head back in the game, he is training now and today we officially triggered the rematch for the Oleksandr Usyk fight which we will see early next spring,” Hearn said on DAZN. See Also: Victor Osimhen Voted Serie A September Player Of The Month “Back in the game and looking for him to become a three-time heavyweight world champion. “That is officially triggered now and we will si...

Victor Osimhen Voted Serie A September Player Of The Month

7Oct

By Chinedu IbeakanmaNo Comments

News, Sports, Youths

Victor Osimhen Voted Serie A September Player Of The Month

Super eagle's striker, Victor Osimhen has been voted Serie A Player of the Month for September by the Italian Footballers’ Association, Newspremises has learned. The Napoli's player has been in fantastic form for the Partenopei this season following the arrival of manager Luciano Spalleti. The Nigerian national reportedly scored seven goals in six appearances for Napoli in September. See Also: Osimhen Urges Fight Against Racism As He Faces Racial Slur In Italy Napoli also won all their four league games in September. Manager Spalleti was also named Serie A Coach of the Month. Source: News Premises

Asisat Oshoala Scores, Provides Assist As Barcelona Defeat Arsenal 4-1

6Oct

By Chinedu IbeakanmaNo Comments

News, Nigeria, Sports, Youths

Asisat Oshoala Scores, Provides Assist As Barcelona Defeat Arsenal 4-1

Asisat Oshoala scored and provided two assists as European champions, Barcelona Femeni, defeated Arsenal WFC 4-1 in the first ever group stage of the UEFA Women's Champions League. Barcelona were completely dominant in the first half and were rewarded with the first goal on 31 minutes when Asisat Oshoala's terrific shot was punched away by Zinsberger in the Arsenal goal, but Mariona Caldentay was there to knock the rebound into the goal. Oshoala flew down the Barca left wing in the 42nd minute and centred the ball for Barcelona captain, Alexia Putellas to slot into the Arsenal goal and give Barca a 2-0 lead which they took into the break. Barca scored again, barely a few minutes after the restart as Mariona Caldentay, from midfield in Barcelona's half, saw Oshoala's run and pl...