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Unveils plans for new state-of-the-art Museum


Lagos State Governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode on Monday unveiled plans by his administration to transform some landmark areas in the Marina and Onikan axis of the State into a world class one-stop recreation and tourism centre.

The Governor, who spoke at the Eko Hotels and Suites at the presentation of Museum Possibilities as well as the unveiling of the design for a new world class Museum, also disclosed that the State Government will soon commence the construction of a brand new contemporary Museum in the State as an integral part of its overall strategy to become self-sufficient and secure the future prosperity of the State.

He lamented that despite the fact that Nigeria is blessed with very rich culture and heritage, the culture and traditions upon which the social institutions and interactions are built have been neglected, saying youths do not have a strong appreciation of the nation’s history over the years.

He said his administration decided to lead the process that would deliver a new world class Museum that would showcase the priceless treasures of Nigeria, adding that the project will be funded by the State Government and other well-meaning donors, interested organisations and individuals.

“Every society must cherish its historical antecedents because they serve as source of inspiration for succeeding generations to discover, appreciate and take pride in their identity. It has become very imperative that we take a step back and revisit our history. It has become important that we renew efforts to preserve and protect our history and historical artefacts.

“This project will serve generations of Nigerians now and in the future. Our plan is to harness the potentials in our rich cultural heritage to drive tourism in Lagos State,” Governor Ambode said.

He said aside the plans for the new museum; the State Government had already taken the project to revive the Museum in Onikan, in collaboration with the Federal Ministry of Information and Culture especially the Minister, Alhaji Lai Mohammed.
Explaining the plans to transform the Onikan and Marina axis to a world class tourism and entertainment hub, Governor Ambode said that the Presidential Lodge, Marina which was recently handed over to the State by President Muhammadu Buhari, would be redeveloped into the Lagos Heritage Centre for Leadership.
“In addition, the Lagos House also in Marina will be transformed into the Lagos Historical Centre. The JK Randle Arcade will be remodeled into a world class recreation/tourism centre. The New Museum will complement and be an important part of the structures being planned for this axis. We intend to regenerate this axis and the museum into an iconic structure that will invoke deep sense of pride in all Nigerians.

“This is the new possibility that is being presented to all stakeholders in the tourism sector and all Nigerians. On our part, our commitment is unshaken and we are eager to make this dream a reality within the shortest possible time. Given the mega city status of our State, we believe this is the right way to go in order to optimally harness the State’s tourism potentials for wealth creation and sustainable growth,” the Governor said.

Governor Ambode, while also thanking President Buhari for the fatherly role he has played on behalf of the nation in the partnership, expressed confidence that through the effort, the Government would realise the huge possibilities that flow from the preservation and showcasing the nation’s cultural heritage to the world.

Also speaking, Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed commended the State Government’s effort to create an enabling environment for tourism and the creative industry to thrive especially in the areas of security, light infrastructure and transportation.

He said the Federal Government has also set up a Presidential Special Committee of E-Business to improve the ease of doing business in Nigeria, especially in the area of visa issuance, so as to encourage investors, tourists and visitors coming into the country.
Among those who graced the occasion include the Oba of Lagos, HRM Rilwan Akiolu I, Obi f of Onitsha, Igwe Alfred Achebe, Senator Ben Murray Bruce, Mr. Guy Bruce, veteran art aficionado, Mr. Bruce Onobrakpeya, art collector extraordinaire, Omoba Yemisi Shyllon, stakeholders in the creative industry, members of the diplomatic corp among others.

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Seven people were reported dead this morning in Suleja, Niger State. After a clash between some Fulani herdsmen.
They were matched to death, as at the time of filing this report, ten are in the hospital receiving treatment.




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This event made me realise Nigerians are training beasts in human form. One very lesson I learnt today is the wickedness we have being trained to have in this country. Imagine a protest about a boy that died and some criminals went on attacking eataries, filling stations carting away money and goods. Is that part of the solidarity protest?

Many people saw it as fun and majority of the overzealous protesters are from 100l who were so happy to witness it. May the deceased continue to rest in peace in the bossom of the Lord!

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Coups are an integral part of Nigerian history and the following is a list of those who were accused by the government of plotting one coup or the other and what happened to them.
NB: This list will be updated.
EXECUTED ON THE 11THOF MARCH 1976 AT THE BAR BEACH, LAGOS
The following were charged by the Olusegun Obasanjo-led military government with orchestrating the bloody toppling of the government of General Murtala Ramat Muhammed, the Nigerian head of state who was assassinated on the 13thof February, 1976. They were all executed on the 11thof March, 1976:
1- Major-General I D Bisalla
2- Warrant Officer 2 (WO2) Monday Monchon
3- Staff Sergeant Richard Dungdang
4- Sergeant Sale Pankshin
5- Lieutenant Colonel A R Aliyu
6- Captain M Parvwong
7- Captain J F Idi
8- Captain S Wakins
9- Lieutenant Mohammed
10- Lieutenant E L K Shelleng
11- Lieutenant Colonel AyubaTense
12- Colonel A D S Way
13- Lieutenant Colonel T K Adamu
14- Lieutenant Colonel A B Umaru
15- Captain A A Aliyu
16- Captain Augustine Dawurang
17- Major M M Mshelia
18- Lieutenant William Seri
19- Major I B Ribo
20- Major K K Gagra
21- Captain M R Gelip
22- Mr. Abdulkarim Zakari
23- Lieutenant Peter Ggani
24- Major Ola Ogunmekan
25- Lieutenant O Zagmi
26- Lieutenant S Wayah
27- Sergeant Ahmadu Rege
28- Sergeant Bala Javan
29- WO2 Sambo Dankshin
30- WO2 Emmanuel Dakup Seri
31- Major J W Kasai
EXECUTED ON THE 17THOF MAY, 1976
*.Buka Suka Dimka
*.Joseph D Gomwalk
*.Lieutenant S Kwale
*.Warrant Officer H E Bawa
*.Colonel I Buka
*.Major J K Afolabi
*.H Shaiyen
See photos below:
JAILED FOR LIFE, 1976
1.S K Dimka
2.D Contulla
3.Gyang Pam
4.Captain C Wuyep
5.Captain A A Maidobo
6.WO2 E Izah
7.Sergeant I Bupwada
8.2ndLieutenant A Walbe
9.Major A K Abang
10.S Anyadofu
11.Helen Gomwalk
12.Captain Peter Tembong
OTHER PRISON SENTENCES, 1976
1.Captain I Gowon – sentenced to 15 years in prison.
2.J Tuwe – sentenced to 10 years in prison.
3.Lieutenant Colonel J S Madugu – sentenced to two years in prison.
In 1986, the following were charged by the General Ibrahim Babangida-led military government with plotting to overthrow the regime:
EXECUTED IN JANUARY 1986
1.Major-General Mamman Jiya Vatsa
2.Lieutenant Colonel Musa Bitiyong
3.Lieutenant Colonel Chris Oche
4.Lieutenant Mike Fyorshe
5.Major Daniel Bamidele
6.Squadron Leader Martin Luther
7.Wing Commander Ben Ekele
8.Commander A Ogwuyi
9.Wing Commander Adamu C Sakaba
10.Squadron Leader A Ahira
See photos below:
JAILED FOR LIFE
1.Lieutenant Colonel M Effiong
2.Major D E West
3.I B Akwashiki
In 1990, another set of coup plotters were rounded up by the Babangida regime and this is the end result:
EXECUTED IN APRIL 1990
1.Major Gideon Orkar
2.Lieutenant Awokoya E Akogun
3.Captain Nimibibowei Harley Empere
4.Lieutenant Cyril Okuser Ozoalor
5.2ndLieutenant Arthur Bandenyintite Umukoro
6.Staff Sergeant Julius Itua
7.Sergeant Martins Ademokhai
8.Sergeant Pius Ilegar
9.Lieutenant Nicholas Odey
10.Captain Perebo Aboela Dakolo
11.WO2 Monday Bayefa
12.Lance Corporal Jephthan Inesai
13.Corporal Sunday Effiong
14.Lance Corporal Francis Ogo
15.Lance Corporal Samuel Mbasue
16.Lance Corporal Albert Ojerongbe
17.Lance Corporal Geofrey Deesiiyira
18.Lance Corporal Emmanuel Aiyemola
19.Sergeant Stephen Iyeke
20.Corporal Joseph Efe
21.WO2 Afolabi Moses
22.Lance Corporal Idowu Azeez
23.Lance Corporal Vitalis Udzer
24.WO2 Jonathan Ekimi
25.Staff Sergeant Solomon Okunbawa
26.Private Richard Isaghohi
27.2ndLieutenant F J Esuku
28.Staff Sergeant Barnabas Jarikpe
29.Private Egwola Makpamenkun
30.Lance Corporal Adegamen Friday
31.Private Monday Esebawen
32.Private Nnadi Mogaha
33.Sergeant Etim Umoh
34.Ex-Corporal Wasiu Lawal
35.Ex- Lance Corporal Ekominar Makililo
36.Ex- Lance Corporal Peter Umuyoma
37.Ex Sigralman Goodluck Emefe
38.Ex-Staff Sergeant Sampson Idejere
39.Sergeant Jolly Agbodowei
40.Lance Corporal Samuel Obasayi
41.Private Osazuwa Osifo
42.Lance Corporal Goodluck Ofojarere
43.2ndLieutenant Emmanuel O Alade
JAILED
1.Turner Ochuko Ogboru – sentenced to life imprisonment
2.Lance Corporal David Amoomo – sentenced to two years in prison
3.Sergeant Andoricheladonye – sentenced to two years in prison
4.Captain A Monju – sentenced to one year in prison
5.Sergeant John Alido – sentenced to seven years in prison
6.Patrick Etadafema – sentenced to seven years in prison
7.S A Francis Agaro – sentenced to seven years in prison
8./Cpl. Ezekiel Akuodu – sentenced to seven years in prison
9.Private Ibrahim Egwa
In July 1995, the regime of General Sani Abacha convicted the following of plotting a coup against it. They were later freed by the General Abubakar Alhaji Abdulsami regime but one of them (Major-General Musa Yar’adua) died during Abacha’s regime while in jail.
LIFE IMPRISONMENT
1.Colonel Lawan Gwadabe
2.Colonel O Oloruntoba
3.Colonel R S B Fadile
4.Ex-Major Akinloye Akinyemi
OTHER PRISON SENTENCES
1.Major-General Shehu Musa Yar’adua – sentenced to 25 years in jail but died in prison. His younger brother, Umaru, would later become the president of Nigeria in 2007.
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