Man city vs Arsenal was postponed over coronavirus fears after Arsenal players met with Olympiakos owner Evangelos Marinakis, who now has virus.
Arsenal said players and four staff had been isolated at their homes after coming into contact with the owner of Greek club Olympiakos , who has tested positive for COVID- 19 .
“ We are strictly following the government guidelines which recommend that anyone coming into close contact with someone with the virus should self – isolate at home for 14 days from the last time they had contact , ” an Arsenal statement said .
“ As a result , the players are unavailable for tonight ’ s ( Wednesday ’ s) match against Manchester City and the Premier League has decided the game should be postponed . ”
The first postponement in the Premier League , which has a worldwide following of billions of TV viewers , follows widespread disruption to football and other sports across the globe.
Arsenal were knocked out of the Europa League by Olympiakos in late February. Vangelis Marinakis, owner of the Greek club and England ’ s Nottingham Forest , announced on Tuesday that he had tested positive for the coronavirus .
But Arsenal said the players and staff , who met Marinakis after the game at the Emirates Stadium , will return to work on Friday ahead of Saturday’ s trip to Brighton .
“ The medical advice we have received puts the risk of them developing COVID- 19 at extremely low , ” it added .
The Premier League called the move a “ precautionary measure ” and said there were no plans to postpone any other games.
The Lagos State Commissioner for Health , Prof . Akin Abayomi , gave their names as Enwelunta Obumnore Godfrey ( Male ); and Salami Abiodun Sadeeq ( Male ).
The commissioner also said those who had been in contact with the secondary case of coronavirus will begin a 14 – day isolation process ,
HealthWise reports .
The secondary case of coronavirus was the individual who had direct contact with Nigeria ’ s index coronavirus case — a 44 – year- old Italian male who is currently quarantined at the Mainland Hospital , an infectious disease facility in Yaba , Lagos State .
The Commissioner for Health , Prof . Akin Abayomi , disclosed this at a press briefing on Monday at Alausa .
Abayomi said , “The secondary COVID- 19 patient has had contact with a few people and those contacts will begin a 14 – day isolation process .
“ As per our protocol , we have the capacity to test so that we can pick up whether any of those in isolation are turning positive and we have tested the 40 individuals in isolation in Ewekoro at the Lafarge factory because that was the group that had close contact with the index case .
“ Out of the 40 , we detected one positive and that individual happened to have spent a lot of time with the index case by virtue of his job .
“ That demonstrates the first transmission for the index case and the good news is that we have the individual under surveillance, so that significantly minimises the chance of transmission to a large number of people. ”
The commissioner also said the government was still in search of the remaining two passengers aboard the Turkish Airlines with the Italian coronavirus patient .
He appealed to the two individuals to reach out to the ministry .
“ Please we need to contact you and you need to be in touch with the Ministry of Health . We have been trying to reach you by the address you put on your forms and by the numbers but none of those numbers are working . it is vitally important that you reach out to us with the numbers that are generally available with the press – 08023169485 or 08033565529 or 08052817243 or to the Federal Ministry of Health or to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control . ”
Among the reasons stated were alleged insubordination , refusal to attend official meetings and breach of Kano Emirate Law , according to reports .
The Kano government made this known in a press statement signed by Secretary to the State Government, Usman Alhaji , announcing the removal of Sanusi .
Before the announcement , members of the Kano House of Assembly had engaged in a free- for -all over an attempt to remove the Emir .
The statement noted that Sanusi ’ s removal was a unanimous decision of members of the State Executive Council .
The statement read , “ The Kano State Executive Council under the Chairmanship of his Excellency , the Governor of Kano State, Dr Abdullahi GAnduje , has unanimously approved the immediate removal / dethronement of the Emir of Kano Emirate Muhammad Sanusi II .
“ The Emir of Kano is in total disrespect to lawful instructions from the office of the state Governor and other lawful authorities , including his persistent refusal to attend official meetings and programmes organised by the Government without any lawful justification which amounts to total insubordination .
“ It is on record and in so many instances Malam Muhammad Sanusi II has been found breaching part 3 Section 13 ( a – e ) of the Kano State Emirate Law 2019 and which if left unchecked will destroy the good and established image of Kano Emirate .
“ This removal is made after due consultation with the relevant stakeholders and in compliance with Part 3 Section 13 of the Kano State Emirate Law 2019 and other reasons stated above .
“ The removal was reached in order to safeguard the sanctity , culture , tradition , religion, and prestige of the Kano Emirate built over a thousand years . ”
The governor subsequently called on the public to remain calm , law -abiding and to go about their normal businesses .
The President of Nigeria , vice-president , governors and their deputies are currently protected by the nation’ s laws from criminal prosecution while in office .
However , the proposed legislation from the Senate seeks to change this , but excludes the President from the proposed legislation .
It is sponsored by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on the review of the 1999 Constitution , who is also the Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo – Agege .
It reads in part, “ To persons who hold the office of Vice- President , Governor or Deputy Governor.
“ If it is determined either by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission , Independent Corrupt Practices Commission , Nigeria Police and Department of State Services through a collaborative investigation that the said person is indicted by a court of competent jurisdiction for :
“( i ) Financial misappropriation of funds belonging to the Federal , State or Local Government; or
“( ii ) Sponsoring of thugs to perpetrate violence that cause injury or death of political opponent , a member of his family , agent or personal representative . ”
The President of Nigeria , vice-president , governors and their deputies are currently protected by the nation’ s laws from criminal prosecution while in office .
However , the proposed legislation from the Senate seeks to change this , but excludes the President from the proposed legislation .
It is sponsored by the Chairman of the Senate Committee on the review of the 1999 Constitution , who is also the Deputy President of the Senate, Ovie Omo – Agege .
It reads in part, “ To persons who hold the office of Vice- President , Governor or Deputy Governor.
“ If it is determined either by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission , Independent Corrupt Practices Commission , Nigeria Police and Department of State Services through a collaborative investigation that the said person is indicted by a court of competent jurisdiction for :
“( i ) Financial misappropriation of funds belonging to the Federal , State or Local Government; or
“( ii ) Sponsoring of thugs to perpetrate violence that cause injury or death of political opponent , a member of his family , agent or personal representative . ”
Love is a beautiful experience when all is rosy but can become a bitter pill to swallow when it’ s not enjoyed by lovers . In recent years , domestic violence has become a societal menace .
Fifty – five- year – old identified only as Agatha said she experienced domestic violence from her husband at the early stage of her marriage .
According to her , she and her husband were both young at the time and often argued over many things resulting in her husband hitting her .
She said , “ At the time , I was 21 and he was 26 . We would argue and he would end up beating me and sometimes inflict injuries on me. He was quick – tempered and hated to be replied during arguments .
Sometimes , he ’ d beat me and I would become unconscious . At a point , I knew I had to find a way out or face something worse . ’’
The retired teacher noted that it was her friend who advised her to involve third parties and seek help, adding that things changed after she did that . She further narrated that she involved the church and her family in the matter .
She stated , “ At first , I was scared of telling anyone because it was seen as a normal event . Then if you went to your parents , they would send you back and tell you to make your marriage work. I endured it until it became unbearable so my friend advised me to talk to our pastor and I did .
The pastor counselled him and my sister’ s husband who was a lawyer warned him never to lay his hands on me again or he would face the law . He became calmer after the interventions and we had better ways of settling our disputes. ”
Another woman identified only as Mrs Beauty said she endured beatings from her husband as society frowned at a woman quitting her marriage over marital disagreements .
The 60 – year – old widow who is also a grandmother said , “ I was beaten many times by my husband when we first got married. Even when I was pregnant, he ’ d beat me not minding the state I was in . My doctor told me that some of the pains I ’ m experiencing in my body now were resultant effects of the beatings I endured from him . ”
Edidem advised people not to endure domestic violence but to leave the marriage to stay alive .
In his contribution , Mr Akinsanmi Oke, noted that one of his friends experienced battery from his ( friend ’ s ) wife whom he said often threw objects at him during arguments .
Oke stated, “ Women can also be violent . It’ s not only men’ s thing . My friend ’ s wife is an example of this ; whenever she suspects him of something or they have an argument , she ’ ll throw objects at him even if it’ s a knife. We advised him to quit the marriage but he doesn ’ t want to and she keeps threatening him that she ’ ll kill him one day . ’’
A mother of four , Mrs Taiwo Akintola , said violence wasn ’ t only when a partner physically assaulted the other , adding that a spouse could have a violent attitude leading to act of physical assault .
Akintola said , “A violent partner is not just one who picks an object and beat the other as we all think. But a violent partner can be one whose attitude and behaviours towards his / her spouse prove to be unhealthy and detrimental to the physical and mental wellbeing of the other . ”
She further said attitudes such as jealousy and insecurity were violent in themselves and trying to help a person with a violent partner should begin by identification of what violence meant.
Besides , Osun State – born Grace Olawale , said no one should endure a violent partner or relationship , adding that no marriage was worth dying for since life wasn ’ t created for marriage but marriage for life .
The mother of four said , “ Once you observe that your spouse is the violent type , there’ s no need to try to cope or manage the situation by staying or even hoping that things would change . The best thing to do is to leave . ”
She added that staying in such a relationship would affect the mental health of such a person which could be a fatal experience .
Olawale stated , “ When you stay in a relationship or marriage where you are constantly abused, you endanger your mental health , you experience intense fear and that ’ s not good . There ’ s no need to hope that things will change because most persons who have done so lost their lives or became disfigured . You have to accept it that not everything will work and leave the marriage and save yourself . ”
Speaking about the issue, 40 – year- old engineer Kunle Adeyemi , advised couples nursing thoughts of leaving or managing violent partner to make the hard choice of quitting such unions .
Adeyemi said , “When your spouse is already threatening to kill you or breaking bottles on your head and you ’ re still contemplating whether to walk away or remain , it’ s like contemplating between living and dying and no normal human being would even contemplate such . Save yourself first before thinking of saving the marriage . ”
He further advised partners not to think of what people would say if they left abusive marriages but to heal themselves first .
Adeyemi said , “In Africa , people will always talk and if you decided to stay because of it you ’ ll be endangering yourself . It’ s better to be alive and hear the words than to die and not even hear anyone again . ’’
For a 26 – year – old mother of two , Annie Loveday , couples should engage in a dialogue to see if they could resolve their differences before separation .
She said , “ Before you consider divorce , you have to ensure you have done your best to save your marriage . If you observe violent behaviour from your spouse , talk to him or her about it.
“ If your partner takes to corrections , there will be changes. But if there’ s no change , try and involve marriage counsellors and see what happens . This is because divorce is a big deal and not something one ventures into when things are a bit shaky . ”
Newly- married James Ndidi advised couples to seek help of counsellors upon experiencing violence in any form from their partners to know when to quit the union .
According to him , from the stage of heated arguments , couples should seek counsellors’ help before things degenerate into physical abuse .
Ndidi said , “Don ’ t leave the marriage because of arguments with your spouse , but instead see a counsellor to know how to settle arguments . If your partner becomes violent , then the best thing to do is to walk away. Walking away is not divorce but taking a break and giving the person time to get help . ”
In her comments on the issue, 40 -year – old medical doctor , Mrs Funmilayo Ojo, said when a spouse became a threat to one ’ s life , there’ s no need to stay within their reach .
“ I understand the difficulties involved especially in our society but I advise anyone involved to leave such environment . You can seek help but don ’ t seek the help while living with the violent person because they need to go through some reflection , ” she said .
The mother of three urged people experiencing domestic violence to speak up and take a bold step .
Ojo added , “ If you ’ re going through abuse in your home, don ’ t bottle it up because of religion or culture. Speak up because it’ s your life that is at stake . Don ’ t try to stay and hope your violent partner will change especially when the action has become habitual . ”
Commenting on the issue, a marriage counsellor , Mrs Olabisi Ola – Soetan , advised that when someone first noticed acts of violence from his or her partner , the person should not discard or interpret them as insignificant.
Ola – Soetan said , “ Speak to a professional to know the cause of such actions because they would eventually escalate if not attended to . ”
She also advised couples to talk extensively about such acts and consult counsellors.
She added , “ Couples must have an agreement not to be violent and whenever it happens , the affected parties should not treat it with levity notwithstanding the excuse. Whether it’ s a push , threat or a slap , the receiving partners should address it.
“ It doesn ’ t matter the degree of violence because a slap is violent in that it would graduate to a kick so you can ’ t tell whether it will stop or increase . This is why it is important to get to the root of the issue. Speak to a professional who will decide whether your marriage is in trouble or your conflict resolution mechanism is not working properly and you need help to prevent further violence. Most importantly , don ’ t cover up violence. ”
The counsellor noted that it was dangerous to live with a violent spouse , adding the abused first needed to detach from their abusers even if they would later seek professional help .
She stated, “You must first save yourself . A separation is required before any resolution. They can later decide when to return home after consulting counsellors. But they should first focus on working on themselves to be healthy emotionally and mentally. ”
As the world grapples with the spread of novel coronavirus , in remote western DR Congo , officials are fighting a deadly outbreak of measles.
More than 6 , 000 people have died from measles in the Democratic Republic of Congo in a year , the world ’ s worst outbreak and triple the toll of the country’ s Ebola epidemic . It is also nearly double the 3 , 404 people who have died from the coronavirus so far .
Last year , more than 18 million children under the age of five were vaccinated for measles across DR Congo and around 310 , 000 suspected cases were reported .
The DRC recorded more than 335 , 413 suspected cases and 6 , 362 deaths from January 1 , 2019 to February 20 , 2020 , according to WHO statistics .
A statement by the Dean of Students Affairs , Prof . Ademola Adeleke, stated that the management regretted the inconvenience the development might cause the fresh graduates and their families .
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But the DSA , who spoke to news correspondent on the telephone , said the ceremony would no longer hold .
When news correspondent demanded the reason for the suspension , he said , “ I don ’ t know myself . ”
However , the Chairman of the Academic Staff Union of Universities , UNILAG branch , Dr Dele Ashiru , said the suspension was due to the disagreement between the varsity management and the Pro – Chancellor , Dr Wale Babalakin .
Ashiru explained that Babalakin had written to the Minister of Education, Adamu Adamu , to say he was not carried along in the convocation programme.
The ASUU said , “ Our union condemns in the strongest terms the unilateral postponement of the convocation of the University of Lagos based on the overbloated ego of the pro – chancellor . It is indeed worrisome that the Ministry of Education will accede to an evil demand to postpone the convocation of a first – generation university on the complaints of a man who only wants his ego to be massaged . ”
Babalakin did not take his calls and had yet to respond to a text message as of press time .
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