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  • Candlelight procession for slain MC Oluomo’s aide

    Candlelight procession for slain MC Oluomo’s aide

    A candle light process has been held for the late Olayinka Mamowora, personal assistant to popular road transport unionist Musiliu Akinsanya (aka MC Oluomo).

    Mamowora (aka Mamok) was killed in a barber’s shop in Oshodi, Lagos, about three weeks ago.

    Mamok’s colleagues, clad in black, with candle sticks marched round some streets in Oshodi.

    They extolled Mamok’s virtues and rained curses on his killers.

    A sympathiser, who did not want his name in print, told The Nation he is still in shock over Mamok’s death.

    He said he was not surprised at the turn out, noting: “For you to know that he is a good person, a man after people’s heart, a procession was also held in his honour in London, Abeokuta and Ijebu simultaneously with that of Oshodi. Mamok was a renowned person “.

    Alhaja Muditi Akinsanya Adenuga, the late Mamok’s elder sister, wondered why someone as humble as his brother was “murdered in cold blood”.

    She charged the police to hasten their investigation into the case and bring the perpetrators to book.

    “He was very humble, he never look for trouble. I still don’t know what sins he committed that made him die this way. His death was very painful to all. On this ill-fated day, we had a phone conversation; he promised he would come pick up a cloth from me after he is done with whatever he was doing, only for me to hear he was shot by unidentified gunmen, Mrs Adenuga said.

    She added: “Oluomo has told us to leave everything in the hands of policemen; if not for this there should be chaos in Oshodi by now. We want the police to carry out their investigation quickly and anyone who has a hand in my brother’s death must be prosecuted.”

    “I want to also use this medium to appeal to Governor Akinwunmi  Ambode to do everything within his power to make sure normalcy returns to Oshodi; we want to see a peaceful Oshodi that would be free of crimes.”

    Bode Egbeleye, who described the late Mamok as his “area brother”, and prayed for the repose of his soul.

    “Mamok’s death is what nobody wished for at this point in time, considering his generosity and his other good traits. It is not only his family that has been thrown into sad mood, but the whole Oshodi, no thanks to those that murdered him. We leave everything in the hands of God because He knows best. We will all miss Mamok and will always remember him for who he was. May his soul rest in peace’’.

     

  • A romantic ambience

    A romantic ambience

    “I wanted to tell you that wherever I am, whatever happens, I’ll always think of you, and the time we spent together, as my happiest time. I’d do it all over again, if I had the choice. No regrets.” This quote aptly captures what goes on in the heart of someone who is truly in love. That explains why there is the need to understand what the season represents and how to make the best out of the romantic opportunities available.

    To make it memorable, you need to consider your loved one’s preferences when it comes to planning for a wonderful valentine celebration. You can make it dramatic by playing up the element of surprise. Of course, your date knows that you have something planned for Valentine Day, but it is better not to tell them everything that you have lined up.

    What you wear on this special day matters a lot. It is good to pay attention to the clothes and accessories you turn up in to ensure that it is a magnetic affair. While looking out for the best outfit, you need to make sure that it is something that you are comfortable in and not over dress. For ladies, there are a number of options from an elegant dress or a simple top and matching pair of trousers can make you awesome.

    You can therefore send a special cake or flowers to that special angel at work or early in the day. The second part of the arrangement can come later in the day with a candlelight dinner or you can leave sweet notes posted around the house, highlighting why they are such a treasure in your life.

    Eating out is one of the highpoints of a valentine date and so you need to know if your partner adores upscale cuisine or the options that would endear you to his or her heart. Most Valentine Day’s dates are built around some element of eating, whether it’s an all-out dinner or just chocolates. Think about what sort of cuisine you and your date both enjoy.

    If the person you are hooked on is hooked on romantic movies, then you may just have to stay indoors together watching these kinds of movies. Alternatively, you can go to the movies together which also makes it exciting and memorable.

    As a woman, you can make those mouth-watering dishes that he would find irresistible. Show your date how dedicated you are to a memorable evening by crafting an elegant meal yourself. This way, you can customise the food and make exactly what you and your date want. Think of some heartfelt ways of presenting the food, like arranging the salad in the shape of a heart; use a heart-shaped cookie cutter to cut out pieces as well as have a cake in a heart shape.

    Whether you’re going out or staying in, you can do a few things to establish a romantic ambience and put your date in a good mood. Dress up a bit and take extra care for your appearance. Speak in gentle, loving tones. Hold your date’s gaze and sit or stand close to him or her. And smile!

     

    Valentine Day has always been a special affair for most women. While they may not expect an over-the-top declaration of love, they would at least want a special gesture of affection from you. Don’t disappoint the woman you love just because she is really looking forward to hearing from your ‘heart’, this season.

    It is important to remember that not every man knows how to plan a perfect date. A large number of men realise their mistakes after losing the girl they dated. If you think that you need to plan your dates in a better way, then it is important to avoid having a dating this valentine.

  • Candlelight for NANS Five

    Candlelight for NANS Five

    Students of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State, have held a candlelight procession for officials of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), who died in an accident in a village in Abia State. OLUWAFEMI OGUNJOBI (400-Level Language Arts) reports.

    It was an emotion-laden scene last Wednesday when students of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State gathered to mourn five officials of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), who died in an auto crash on their way to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital, to mediate the crisis at the University of Uyo (UNIUYO).

    Donald Onukaogu, a student of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and Senate President of NANS, on June 14, died alongside Abdulazeez Kabir Oladimeji, University of Ibadan (UI); Jerry Sorkaa, Benue State University (BSU); Japhet Duru, Federal Polytechnic, Nekede (NEKEDE POLY) and Asa Ejiate, Delta State University (DELSU).

    Joined by NANS officials from other campuses, the students held a candlelight procession for their fallen leaders. The procession started at the OAU gate with a minute silence. Afterwards, the mourners moved round the campus, singing dirges.

    Student-leaders and NANS officials from OAU led the tributes’ session, which made the procession emotional.

    NANS President Yinka Gbadebo of OAU was absent, but he was represented by the Secretary General of the association, Daniel Momodu, 300-Level Political Science OAU.

    In his tribute, ‘Daniel said: “Their death is our collective loss and it is on this note that we call on all Nigerian students and our colleagues at the University of Uyo to always remember these martyrs, who lost their lives in efforts to protect the interest of the students.”

    The mourners urged the Federal Government to compensate the families of the late students’ leaders, because “their death is irreparable”. The deceased were described as heroes, who fought for the oppressed.

    The National Co-ordinator of Education Rights Campaign (ERC), Taiwo Hassan, said the students’ death should be seen as a nudge for NANS to unite and convene a national congress to tackle what they called police brutality against students.

    Present at the event were Samuel Adegbola, former president of Association of Campus Journalists (ACJ), his successor, Aderemi Ojekunle, chairman of OAU Students’ Union Transition Committee, Ayo Shedrach, and Steven Olajide, General Secretary of the committee. Others were Sheyi Babaeko, Tunde Badmus, Jamal Oladapo and Oluwatobi Omisakin, among others.

  • Candlelight for NANS Five

    It was an emotion-laden scene last Wednesday when students of the Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU) in Ile-Ife, Osun State gathered to mourn five officials of the National Association of Nigerian Students (NANS), who died in an auto crash on their way to Uyo, Akwa Ibom State capital, to mediate the crisis at the University of Uyo (UNIUYO).

    Donald Onukaogu, a student of the Federal University of Technology, Owerri (FUTO) and Senate President of NANS, on June 14, died alongside Abdulazeez Kabir Oladimeji, University of Ibadan (UI); Jerry Sorkaa, Benue State University (BSU); Japhet Duru, Federal Polytechnic, Nekede (NEKEDE POLY) and Asa Ejiate, Delta State University (DELSU).

    Joined by NANS officials from other campuses, the students held a candlelight procession for their fallen leaders. The procession started at the OAU gate with a minute silence. Afterwards, the mourners moved round the campus, singing dirges.

    Student-leaders and NANS officials from OAU led the tributes’ session, which made the procession emotional.

    NANS President Yinka Gbadebo of OAU was absent, but he was represented by the Secretary General of the association, Daniel Momodu, 300-Level Political Science OAU.

    In his tribute, ‘Daniel said: “Their death is our collective loss and it is on this note that we call on all Nigerian students and our colleagues at the University of Uyo to always remember these martyrs, who lost their lives in efforts to protect the interest of the students.”

    The mourners urged the Federal Government to compensate the families of the late students’ leaders, because “their death is irreparable”. The deceased were described as heroes, who fought for the oppressed.

    The National Co-ordinator of Education Rights Campaign (ERC), Taiwo Hassan, said the students’ death should be seen as a nudge for NANS to unite and convene a national congress to tackle what they called police brutality against students.

    Present at the event were Samuel Adegbola, former president of Association of Campus Journalists (ACJ), his successor, Aderemi Ojekunle, chairman of OAU Students’ Union Transition Committee, Ayo Shedrach, and Steven Olajide, General Secretary of the committee. Others were Sheyi Babaeko, Tunde Badmus, Jamal Oladapo and Oluwatobi Omisakin, among others.