Almajiris Deported From Kano To Lodge At NYSC Camp – Govt
The Katsina State government on Wednesday received 419 almajiris evacuated by the Kano State government. Governor Umar Ganduje had announced the approval of deportation of almajiris as part of the measures to prevent the spread of COVID-19. The Director of Press in the office of the Secretary to the State Government (SSG), Alhaji Abdullahi Yar’adua in a […]
Nigerian Lady Commits Suicide Over Depression
A Nigerian Facebook user, Adeleke Rachel Tioluwani has reportedly committed suicide 11 months after writing about “depression and suicide”. According to the deceased’s friends who mourned her exit on social media disclosed that Tioluwani was facing lots of challenges which pushed her into depression and suicide. It was gathered that before her death, “Tioluwani […]
COVID-19 Cases In Africa Surge To 24,000 In 24hrs – WHO
The World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Office for Africa in Brazzaville, Congo, has said the number of Coronavirus (COVID-19) cases in Africa had risen to over 24,000 in the past 24 hours. The UN’s health agency gave the update on its official twitter account, @WHOAFRO on Wednesday. “More than 24,000 COVID-19 cases have been reported […]
Defence HQ Confirm 4 Soldiers And 21 Bandits Dead
The Defence Headquarters, on Wednesday, said troops of Operation Hadarin Daji, on April 20, killed over 21 armed bandits in an encounter at Zurmi, in Zurmi Local Government Area of Zamfara State. Maj.-Gen John Enenche, the Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, who made this known in a statement, said four soldiers died during the encounter. Read […]
Osinbajo Meets IMF, World Bank Representatives
Vice President Yemi Osinbajo is enlarging the pool of options open to Nigeria in achieving the Buhari Presidency plan to turn the current economic challenges to an opportunity for Nigerians, especially the “Common Man.” Today, the VP has met with representatives of the International Monetary Fund and the World Bank as Nigeria continues to improve […]
How Nigeria Can Survive Global Oil Collapse – Atiku
Atiku Abubakar Former Vice President, Atiku Abubakar has proffered solution on how Nigeria can survive the impact of global oil collapse on the nation’s economy. Atiku, in a statement on Wednesday said the time was right for Nigeria to build a strategic crude oil reserve, with massive storage capacity that could hold at least a […]
NCDC Clears Air On COVID-19 ‘Vaccine’ In Kano
The Nigeria Center for Disease Control has reacted to reports of a vaccine for COVID-19 found in Kano State. A yellow liquid vaccine being sold in Kano State had emerged on Monday with claims that it prevents people from contracting the deadly Coronavirus. Reacting, the NCDC on its Twitter handle warned Nigerians not to patronize […]
WHO Reveals Origin Of COVID-19 As Cases Hit 2.5 Million
The World Health Organisation, WHO, on Tuesday revealed that evidence indicates that the deadly coronavirus originated from bats, in China, in 2019. The confirmation is coming amid claims that the virus emanated from a laboratory in Wuhan, central China. But speaking during a press briefing on Tuesday, WHO spokeswoman, Fadela Chaib, said the disease was […]
Earthquake Hits Los Angeles Amidst Coronavirus Pandemic
Fear, on Wednesday, gripped some residents of Los Angeles as a 3.6-magnitude earthquake struck the Granada Hills area in Southern California. According to the U.S. Geological Survey, the quake hit shortly after 11:40 p.m. and hit nearly two miles north-northeast from Granada Hills on Tuesday night. It was learnt that the depth was about four […]
Shekau Should Be Killed, Not Imprisoned – Fani-Kayode
Femi Fani-Kayode, former Aviation Minister, has urged Nigerian authorities not to allow Abubakar Shekau, leader of the Boko Haram sect, to surrender. Fani-Kayode said Shekau should be killed instead of allowing him to surrender. In a tweet, the former minister described the Boko Haram leader as a “bloodsucking and flesh eating demon,” hence should not […]
Chinese Doctors To Begin Work In Nigeria Today
The 14-day isolation period for the team of 15 Chinese medical professionals, who were invited to help Nigeria deal with the COVID-19 outbreak, ends today. They had arrived at the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja, on April 8, 2020. The team flew in with medical equipment worth about $1.5million. Read Also: Human Trials For UK […]
US Senate Passes Additional $484bn COVID-19 Package
The United States Senate, on Tuesday, passed an additional coronavirus relief package worth $484 billion (₦181 trillion) to address emerging public health and economic challenges caused by the coronavirus pandemic. According to the Senate, this will replenish a depleted loan package for small businesses and provide funds for hospitals and coronavirus (COVID-19) testing and treatment. […]