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The leadership and entire members of the Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Lagos State Council, has lamented the loss of Prince Tony Momoh who passed on in the evening of Monday, 1st February, 2021 at 81. This was made known in a statement by Adeleye Ajayi, Chairman and Tunde Olalere, Secretary respectively.

The statement described Momoh as an ‘erudite journalist who contributed immensely to the advancement of journalism in both pre-independence and post-independence era.’

“Momoh was a versatile journalist who will be remembered for two celebrated cases. The case of Tony Momoh Vs House of Representatives (1982) and Tony Momoh Vs Senate (1983). He served as Editor and Deputy General Manager of the Daily Times”, the terse statement read.

The statement noted that Momoh served as a Minister of Information and Culture between 1986 and 1990, adding that the former minister took giant strides in politics when he was appointed the Chairman, Congress for Progressive Change (CPC) as well as being a one time frontline member of the All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP). Until his death, he was a member of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

The Council prays that God will grant his family, friends and the entire citizenry the fortitude to bear this big loss, noting also that he will be remembered for his achievements and other meritorious service to Nigeria.

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The International Press Centre (IPC) is greatly concerned about reported threats on the life of Investigative Journalist and Editor of the Next Edition, Mr. Ibanga Isine.

Isine confirmed the worrisome development to the Safety Alert Desk of IPC, saying that he was forced to abandon his home after the death threats became intolerable. He believes his ordeal is directly connected with the reports on massacres in the south of Kaduna State-Nigeria by his investigative online news medium.

“I have been investigating the Southern Kaduna killings for months now, and I have just recently published the last part in a four-part series on the bloody attacks in the zone. In the course of the investigation, two of my sources have been attacked, one was killed along with his son three months after he said he was afraid for his life. Another source escaped being killed and his neighbours paid dearly when the killers didn’t find him,” he alleged.

He also cited as evidence of the threat the fact that there has been unusual activities on his phone including sudden light up at night without being touched and inability to disconnect, switch off or restart the phone several minutes after calls.

IPC is deeply worried about the situation of Isine and hereby calls on the Nigerian government and the security agencies to ensure that he is not harmed in any way.

IPC enjoins anyone who may be aggrieved over the reports by the journalist to seek redress through legal channels instead of attempting to resort to extra-judicial self-help.

IPC therefore appeals to other national, regional and international media freedom groups, freedom of expression organisations and human rights bodies to join in the clamour for his safety.

The organisation believes the time has come to stop attacks of journalists in Nigeria so that the country would stop being counted among dangerous zones for journalists to practice.

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Guests at Ziroc Residence, one of Nigeria’s leading hotels have been assured of a more wholesome experience in 2021 as they continue to make the hotel their choice destination in Lagos. Ziroc Residence, according to its management, has implemented several initiatives to avail guests comfort, safety and the right ambience for business or leisure.

“We are constantly implementing best-in-class solutions to ensure guests receive value for money every time they stay at our hotel,” declared the management, while reviewing the outgone year. One of these initiatives is implementing the health authorities’ recommended protocols to ensure guests are not exposed to COVID-19.

“With studies indicating that transmission of the virus can be halted with high level hygiene, we regularly deep-clean our rooms and every other space with the major objective of reducing to zero, the possibility of spread of the virus in our hotel,” the management stated. This is in addition to regular checks to limit possibility of the spread of the virus on the hotel premises.

While thanking its clients that have made Ziroc Residence home away from home, the management stated that it has invested in facility upgrade to enrich their experience. “Without our clients, we could not have come this far. We are restating our commitment to continue to make our guests the focus of our operations.”

Ziroc Residence, located in the highbrow Lekki Phase One area of Lagos, has the right ambience and extra security for guests during their visit. “The hotel’s location is perfect, especially for guests on business trips, as we are located close to the headquarters of major corporations in Nigeria,” stated the management.

Guests regularly go online to rate Ziroc Residence highly on hygiene and safety in reviews posted after their stay. The hotel has a restaurant, bar, shared lounge and garden. There is also an indoor swimming pool, in addition to airport transfers and free Wi-Fi throughout the property.