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![COVID-19! Sad As UK Deaths Tolls Pass 1,000 As 260 Die In 24 Hour]()
The UK coronavirus death toll has risen to 1,019 after 260 people died in the last 24 hours - with at least 13 of them being healthy adults.There are currently 17,089 in Britain who have tested positive for Covid-19.It is the biggest surge in coronavirus deaths the UK has seen so far - up from yesterday's tally of 759.A statement from the Dep![.]()
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![COVID-19: My People Still Don’t Believe Coronavirus Is Real – Plateau Speaker Laments]()
The Speaker, Plateau House of Assembly, Abok Ayuba, has decried the low level of compliance with the State Government’s directive to the people of the state to adhere to preventive measures against the Coronavirus pandemic.Ayuba made this known in a statement by his Press Secretary, Mr. Bulus Atang, obtained by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) o![.]()
COVID-19: My People Still Don’t Believe Coronavirus Is Real – Plateau Speaker Laments -
![#COVID-19: Governor Sanwo-Olu Imposes Curfew In Lagos, Shuts Airport For 2 Weeks]()
The Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu made the announcement while giving an update on coronavirus in the state on Friday.According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the country has recorded 81 coronavirus cases of which 52 cases are in Lagos.Sanwo-Olu said the state is heading towards a lock-down but a number of factors are![.]()
#COVID-19: Governor Sanwo-Olu Imposes Curfew In Lagos, Shuts Airport For 2 Weeks -
![Covid-19! Please Relax Curfew We Are Dying Of Hunger - Kaduna Residents Beg El-Rufai]()
As the 24-hour curfew imposed in Kaduna State by Governor Nasir Elrufai reached day two, residents across the state have begged the state governor to relax it to enable them search for means of livelihood.Recall that, the state Government on Thursday became hard on residents as it imposed a 24 hours curfew throughout the state, following the non c![.]()
Covid-19! Please Relax Curfew We Are Dying Of Hunger - Kaduna Residents Beg El-Rufai -
![Buhari’s Serving Ministers Donate Half of Their March Salaries to Fight Against COVID-19]()
No fewer than 43 serving Ministers have donated 50% of their March 2020 salaries to support the Federal Government’s efforts to combat the COVID-19 pandemic in the country.In a statement issued in Abuja on Saturday, the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, it quoted the Minister of State for Transportation, Senator Gbemisola![.]()
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![COVID-19: Reactions Trail Vladimir Putin's Mode of Dressing As He Visits Hospitals (Photos)]()
Russia’s President Vladimir Putin got people on social media talking after he was captured in a hazmat suit and breathing mask.According to reports, the photo of Putin in a hazmat suit and breathing mask was captured during a visit to a hospital housing coronavirus patients in Moscow on Tuesday.Video aired on Russian media showed Putin being hel![.]()
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!["Consult Native Doctors For Solution" –Enugu Monarch, Emeka Ugwu Tells FG Over COVID 19]()
The traditional ruler of Owerri Autonomous Community in Nsukka Local Government Area, Enugu State, Igwe Emeka Ugwu has asked the Nigerian government to seek help from native doctors, soothsayers and herbal medicine dealers on how to combat the coronavirus outbreak in the country.Responding to questions from journalists at the ongoing public![.]()
"Consult Native Doctors For Solution" –Enugu Monarch, Emeka Ugwu Tells FG Over COVID 19 -
![COVID 19: Man Loses His Grandparents The Same Day To Corona Virus]()
Man who lost both of his grandparents in this horrible disease, coronavirus in 24 hours took to his Instagram page to sharehis saddest moment. the bereaved also shares the photo of his grandparent to show how much pain the deadly disease has cost to his life and family. he says in his statement below; I lost both of my grandparents in the past 24![.]()
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![Photos Of Chioma Partying With Davido & Friends Days Before She Tested Positive to COVID-19]()
Few hours ago, Nigerian singing sensation, Davido took to all his social media platforms to announce that mother of his child and fiance, Chioma has tested positive to the novel Covid-19 after running tests for the disease.Perturbed by the message, heartfelt Nigerians and well-wishers stormed the singer’s page to say a word of prayer and hope th![.]()
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![COVID -19! Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde Imposes Curfew In Oyo, Shuts Markets]()
Governor Seyi Makinde of Oyo State has imposed a dusk to dawn curfew as part of stringent measures to halt the spread of coronavirus pandemic in the state.The governor has also ordered the closure of markets except those selling perishable food items as Oyo State now has three confirmed cases of the new coronavirus. “As a result of this, I have![.]()
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![COVID-19! Avoid AC, Only 4 people Allowed In Cars – VIO Issues Warning]()
The FCT Directorate of Roads Traffic Services (DRTS) popularly known as Vehicle Inspection Office (VIO), has told private and commercial drivers not to have more than three passengers in their cars.The spokesman also cautioned Nigerians on the use of Air Condition this period “because were told that the coronavirus does not last in a hot environ![.]()
COVID-19! Avoid AC, Only 4 people Allowed In Cars – VIO Issues Warning -
![Nigeria Will Go Into Recession If Covid-19 Continues Beyond Six Months – Finance Minister, Zainab Ahmed]()
Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Zainab Ahmed has said the country will go into recession if the Coronavirus pandemic persists longer than six months.She made this known when she appeared on Channels TV on Friday March 27. “We are hopeful that this pandemic will be limited in time. If it is an average of three months, we should be able to close![.]()
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![COVID-19! World’s Economy In Recession, Worse Than In 2009 – IMF MD, Ms Kristalina Georgieva]()
The world’s economy has entered a recession and requires massive funding to help developing nations, Ms Kristalina Georgieva has declared.Georgieva, the Managing Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF), explained that this was as a result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic that has killed thousands of people around the world.She st![.]()
COVID-19! World’s Economy In Recession, Worse Than In 2009 – IMF MD, Ms Kristalina Georgieva -
![COVID 19 Lock-Down: Police Finally Arrest Officers Involve In Destroying Drinks In Lagos]()
The police in Lagos State said they have arrested officers involved in unprofessional conduct while enforcing the closure order by the state government on Thursday.Bala Elkana, the Lagos police spokesperson, said in a statement on Friday that the officers in a viral video have been identified, apprehended and subjected to internal disciplinary pro![.]()
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![Watch How Law Enforcement Agents Stop Burial Ceremony Amidst COVID 19 In Anambra]()
Law enforcement agents in Anambra state, stopped a burial ceremony from taking place, amid the recent coronavirus outbreak in the country.The coronavirus is an ongoing global pandemic, which is responsible for the death of over 25,000, with over 550,000 people also reported to have been infected by the virus.In the video which was sighted by Laila![.]()
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![IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu Announces Donation Of N50m To Fight COVID-19 Across Southeast]()
Nnamdi Kanu, leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, has made an N50m donation to fight Coronavirus across Southeast Nigeria.Kanu made the announcement in a broadcast via Radio Biafra, on Friday, stressing that the sum was from the coffers of IPOB.Kanu disclosed that part of the donation will be used to ensure some hospitals in the Southe![.]()
IPOB Leader, Nnamdi Kanu Announces Donation Of N50m To Fight COVID-19 Across Southeast -
![PHOTOS: Lagos State Government Sets Up Free Food Bank For Lagosians Amidst COVID-19 Battle]()
Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu today announced that Lagos state has set up an emergency food bank.Sanwo-Olu said the economic stimulus package is to help cushion the effects of the #StayAtHome directive to stop the spread of #COVID19. “I am happy to announce an economic stimulus package to help our residents cushion the effects of our![.]()
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![Why Are People Asking For Corona Money? Is Covid-19 A Christmas Period - Bobrisky]()
Controversial Nigerian cross dresser, Okuneye Idris Olarenwaju aka Bobrisky says it is funny how people now solicit financial help online amid the coronavirus crisis. “Wait, is COVID-19 a Christmas period or public holiday? Why are you asking for money? I weak,” he wrote in a mixture of English and Pidgin.Bobrisky’s comment is coming a day![.]()
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![British Prime Minister, Boris Johnson Test Positive For Coronavirus COVID-19]()
British Prime Minister has been tested positive for the Coronavirus. This would be the first reported case of a major world leader to have contracted the virus. Boris Johnson has been accused of taking the virus lightly by the British Citizen and especially criticised for his lack of switch response to in the initial stages of the spread of the Co![.]()
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![COVID 19: Check Out List Of African Countries That Are Yet To Record Any Case Of Coronavirus]()
Countries in the continent are, hence, imposing a range of prevention and containment measures against the spread of the pandemic.According to the latest data, of the WHO on COVID-19 in Africa, the breakdown remains fluid as countries confirm cases as and when. The whole of Africa has rising cases with a sizeable number of countries holding out.Th![.]()
COVID 19: Check Out List Of African Countries That Are Yet To Record Any Case Of Coronavirus -
!["Please Pray For Me" – Lady Who Tested Positive For Covid-19 Cries Out]()
Another victim of the dreaded novel Coronavirus, has taken to her social media page to share a really heartbreaking video of the ordeal she’s facing after she tested positive for Covid-19.Precious Williams has had many sympathize with her after she disclosed in a message on her page that she’s tested positive for the virus and asks her friends![.]()
"Please Pray For Me" – Lady Who Tested Positive For Covid-19 Cries Out -
![COVID 19: Gov. Wike Reveals Identity Of Person Who Was Confirmed As First Case In The State]()
Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike has revealed the identity of the person who was confirmed as the first case of coronavirus in the State.In a broadcast on Thursday evening, Wike said the index coronavirus case is a 19-year-old model from Edo State who recently traveled to Italy, Greece and France before returning to Port Harcourt, Rivers State.T![.]()
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![#Covid-19: "You May Be In Office But Definitely Not In Power" - Oby Ezekwesili To President Buhari]()
Oby Ezekwesili, a former Minister of Education, has slammed President Buhari over his 'style of leadership' as Nigeria battles the Coronavirus outbreak.Ezekwesili, like many other Nigerians, have called on President Buhari to address the nation as the Coronavirus pandemic persists.On Thursday night, the President took to his Twitter hand![.]()
#Covid-19: "You May Be In Office But Definitely Not In Power" - Oby Ezekwesili To President Buhari -
!["In 2014 We Defeated Ebola, We’ll Win War Against COVID-19" — Goodluck Jonathan Encourages Nigerians]()
Former President, Goodluck Jonathan has asked Nigerians to be hopeful during this perilous times of coronavirus.Former President Goodluck Jonathan has asked Nigerians to remain courageous and faithful. Jonathan who made the call on his Facebook page, yesterday, said that this is a time to show good citizenship, solidarity and patriotism.It will be![.]()
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![JUST IN: Lagos Government Converts Stadium To Isolation Centre In Battle Against Covid-19 (PHOTOS)]()
The Lagos State Government has started construction of another Isolation Centre. The state is converting a section of the newly renovated Mobolaji Johnson Stadium in Onikan.When ready, it would have a consultation section and space for health officials. The facility would also be used to carry out test on individuals with coronavirus symptoms and![.]()
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![Kaduna Govt. Imposes Curfew Throughout The State To Curb The Spread Of COVID-19]()
Kaduna State Government has imposed curfew throughout the state, following the non compliance to certain measures that were earlier put in place to stop the spread of COVID-19.The Deputy Governor, Dr Hadiza Balarabe who made this known on Thursday, in the second state broadcast in two days, said that the decision is in line with the 1999 constitut![.]()
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![Nigerian Industrialist, Abdulsamad Rabiu, Donates N1b In Cash To Support Covid-19 Response]()
Empathy froths in the blood of Billionaire Businessman, Alhaji Abdulsamad Rabiu. To strengthen national response to COVID-19 in Nigeria, Industrialist and Founder of BUA Group, Abdul Samad Rabiu, has announced a donation of One Billion Naira in cash through the BUA Foundation and has also placed an order for an additional donation of equipment and![.]()
Nigerian Industrialist, Abdulsamad Rabiu, Donates N1b In Cash To Support Covid-19 Response -
![UPDATE! Close Aides To Gov. Bala Mohammed Of Bauchi State Also Test Positive For COVID-19]()
According to The Nation, two persons have tested positive for coronavirus (Covid-19) in Bauchi State.This was disclosed in a situation update given by the Commissioner for Health , Dr.Aliyu Maigoro while addressing newsmen in Bauchi, the state capital on Thursday.Nation reports that 27 persons who had contact with Governor Mohammed were earlier pl![.]()
UPDATE! Close Aides To Gov. Bala Mohammed Of Bauchi State Also Test Positive For COVID-19 -
![Nigeria’s Billionaires & Religious Leaders Need To Step Up Over The Spread Of COVID-19]()
We are not sufficiently afraid and it may be our undoing. Nigerians still believe that less than 60 people have the virus and are therefore not observing social distancing guidelines. If we don’t act quickly and decisively, we may all get the virus. But a holistic response will be expensive. With oil revenue at record lows, our government is str![.]()
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![#COVID-19! Anthony Joshua Goes Into Self-Isolation After Meeting With Infected Prince Charles]()
World heavyweight boxing champion, Anthony Joshua has gone into self-isolation following a meeting with Prince Charles, who tested positive for coronavirus on Wednesday.Recall that Anthony Joshua had met Prince Charles on March 9, 2020, during a Commonwealth Day celebration service at Westminster Abbey.The 71-year-old heir to the throne tested pos![.]()
#COVID-19! Anthony Joshua Goes Into Self-Isolation After Meeting With Infected Prince Charles
COVID-19! Sad As UK Deaths Tolls Pass 1,000 As 260 Die In 24 Hour
COVID-19: My People Still Don’t Believe Coronavirus Is Real – Plateau Speaker Laments
#COVID-19: Governor Sanwo-Olu Imposes Curfew In Lagos, Shuts Airport For 2 Weeks
Covid-19! Please Relax Curfew We Are Dying Of Hunger - Kaduna Residents Beg El-Rufai
COVID 19: Man Loses His Grandparents The Same Day To Corona Virus
Watch How Law Enforcement Agents Stop Burial Ceremony Amidst COVID 19 In Anambra
PHOTOS: Lagos State Government Sets Up Free Food Bank For Lagosians Amidst COVID-19 Battle
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