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Pregnant Woman With Coronavirus, Dönüş Kılı Dies After Being Turned Away From Three Hospitals
A pregnant woman with coronavirus died after allegedly being turned away from three hospitals.Dönüş Kılınç, from Istanbul, Turkey, had already started experiencing contractions when she died on November 3 after becoming infected with Covid-19 in her ninth month of pregnancy.The mum-to-be was in quarantine but asked her husband Ramazan to tak -
BREAKING: 138 NYSC Members Test Positive For Coronavirus, NCDC Director, Ihekweazu Reveals
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) on Monday said that 138 members of the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) had so far tested positive to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Director General, NCDC, said this at the National Briefing on COVID-19 on Monday in Abuja.Ihekweazu said that none of those who tested positi -
"Donald Trump's Eldest Son Tests Positive for Coronavirus" - Spokesman Reveals
Donald Trump Jr., the eldest son of President Donald Trump, was quarantining Friday after learning he has been infected with the coronavirus, a spokesperson said.The younger Trump learned his diagnosis at the beginning of the week and has had no symptoms, said the spokesperson, who was granted anonymity to discuss private medical information.Trump -
UK Buys Forty Million Doses Of Oxford Coronavirus Vaccine
The University of Oxford coronavirus vaccine produces a strong immune response in older adults, its latest trials have found.The vaccine has been shown to trigger a robust immune response in healthy adults aged 56-69 and people over 70. Phase two data, published in The Lancet, suggests one of the groups most vulnerable to serious illness and death -
Coronavirus: There Might Be a Second Lockdown In Lagos - Health Commissioner, Prof Abayomi
Even without clear evidence of a first wave, the Lagos state commissioner of health, Professor Abayomi is already suggesting the idea of a second lockdown due to the 'rising' number of coronavirus cases in Lagos. Such suggestion only empowers the various conspiracy theories that the entire Coronavirus is being used as a money spinning sc -
Nigerian Doctor, Val Who Treat Injured #EndSARS Protesters Dies From Coronavirus
It is a sad time for the medical community in Nigeria following the loss of a young medical doctor. The medical Doctor identified as Dr. Val, it was gathered treated injured #EndSARS protesters free of charge. He has now died of Coronavirus. Some Nigerians on Twitter have taken to the micro blogging platform to mourn him after he reportedly died f -
COVID 19: CAF President, Ahmad Ahmad Reportedly Test Positive For Coronavirus
President of the Confederation of African Football (CAF) Ahmad Ahmad has tested positive for coronavirus the federation has announced.Ahmad who has been the CAF president since March 2017 was subjected to a test after he arrived in Cairo on Wednesday, October 28, 2020, with mild flu symptoms.The test came out positive for the virus and the African -
Swiss-born Nigerian Footballer, Sebastian Osigwe Test Positive For Coronavirus
Sebastian Osigwe, one of the new Super Eagles players, has tested positive for COVID-19.The Swiss-born Osigwe, who was expected to make his debut for Nigeria at the Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers against Sierra Leone next month, might miss his first game due to his diagnosis.The Swiss-born Osigwe, who was expected to make his debut for Nigeria a -
President Of CAF, Ahmad Ahmad Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Ahmad Ahmad, the president of the Confederation of African Football, CAF has tested positive for coronavirus.He made the announcement via his Twitter page on Friday: “This morning, I’ve been declared positive to Covid19. I have mild symptoms, but I’m well,” According to the Press Release from the football body on Friday, after his arriva -
FIFA President, Gianni Infantino Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Football’s world governing body has revealed that FIFA president, Gianni Infantino has contracted Coronavirus.The body revealed in a statement that Gianni Infantino tested positive for COVID-19 after showing mild symptoms of the disease and will be in self-isolation for at least 10 days.A statement read:“FIFA President Gianni Infantino has rec -
COVID 19: Footballer, Ronaldinho Reportedly Test Positive For Coronavirus
Former Brazil forward Ronaldinho said on Sunday he had contracted coronavirus (COVID-19) but had no symptoms.The 40-year-old ex-Barcelona and AC Milan playmaker will remain in isolation in a Belo Horizonte hotel. “Hi friends, family, fans, I took a Covid-19 test and the result was positive, I’m doing well, I’m asymptomatic for now,” he sa -
“Nigerians Should Get Ready For An Increased Number Of Coronavirus Cases” – FG
Mr Boss Mustapha, Chairman of the Presidential Taskforce on COVID-19 and Secretary to the Government of the Federation SGF issued the warning on Monday, October 19.According to Mustapha, the protest might trigger a second wave of Coronavirus infection in the country. He said; “I can say it authoritatively that with the ongoing protest across th -
Roma Legend, Francesco Totti Loses Father To Coronavirus
Italy and AS Roma legend Francesco Totti has lost his father, Enzo, after he died of coronavirus.Enzo Totti died aged 76 on Monday morning at Lazzaro Spallanzani Hospital in Rome.He leaves behind his wife, Fiorella, and their two sons Riccardo and Francesco as well as grandchildren Chanel, Cristian and Isabel.Following the tragic news, Roma tweete -
Liverpool Star, Sadio Mane Isolating After Testing Positive For Coronavirus
Liverpool striker Sadio Mane has tested positive for coronavirus and will be missing in action against Aston Villa on Sunday.The 28 year-old Senegal winger is the second player to test positive in recent dadys.New signing, Thiago Alcantara also returned a positive result for Covid-19 this week.Liverpool confirmed Mane had exhibited some “minor s -
“Coronavirus Ruined I And Chioma’s Wedding Plans” – Davido Discloses During Interview With Ebuka
Popular Nigerian singer, Davido has disclosed it was the Covid-19 pandemic that ruined his wedding plans with Chioma Rowland, his fiancee, and mother of his son, Ifeanyi.Davido disclosed this recently in an interview with Ebuka on Bounce Radio live.Davido and Chioma got engaged in September last year and a lot of people have anticipated their nupt -
President Buhari’s Top Aide, Sarki Abba Reportedly Tests Positive For Coronavirus in Nigeria
President Muhammadu Buhari’s closest aide and Senior Special Assistant on Domestic Affairs, Sarki Abba, has tested positive for Coronavirus.SaharaReporters learnt Abba tested positive for the virus two weeks ago and had not been seen on the Presidential Villa since then. A source in the Presidency said those, who came in contact with him had als -
Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi, Recovers From Coronavirus
Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Lagos State, Gbenga Omotosho, made this known on Monday..Abayomi had on August 24 announced that he tested positive for the virus..Announcing Abayomi’s recovery, Omotosho tweeted, “It is with gratitude to God that I announce the recovery and subsequent negative test for COVID-19 of the Honorable Commi -
BREAKING: Kwara Deputy Gov. Kayode Alabi Fully Recovers From Coronavirus
The deputy governor of Kwara State, Mr Kayode Alabi, has recovered from the coronavirus infectious disease.Alabi, who had been in isolation for the past two weeks having tested positive for the virus, has recovered fully and would be back to his desk.A statement in Ilorin by Rafiu Ajakaye, the Chief Press Secretary to the State governor and spokes -
31-Year Old Pregnant Woman Dies After Contracting Coronavirus At Surprise Baby Shower In Brazil
A woman who had remained in isolation through most of her pregnancy has died after friends organised a surprise baby shower for her, without realising one of the guests was carrying Covid-19.Camila Graciano had taken great care to avoid the deadly outbreak that has claimed some 117,000 lives in her native Brazil.But in the eighth month of her preg -
NAFDAC Declares That Chloroquine Prevents The Dreaded Coronavirus.
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC), yesterday, declared that chloroquine prevents the dreaded coronavirus.Its Director-General, Prof. Christianah Mojisola Adeyeye, during an online interactive session with journalists, said: “We realise that chloroquine can be used in the early stage of the COVID-19 -
World Fastest Man and New Dad, Usain Bolt Tests Positive For Coronavirus
Olympic Gold Medalist and Fastest Runner in the world, Usain Bolt has tested positive to the novel corona virus few day after celebrating his 34th birthday in Jamaica.It was recalled that he isolated himself on Monday, however he didnt confirm his Covid-19 status but has he has urged everyone who was in close contact to him to go into self isolati -
COVID 19: Zambia's Vice-President, Inonge Wina Reportedly Test Positive For Coronavirus
Zambia's Vice-President Inonge Wina has tested positive for Covid-19, the presidency's office as announced.According to a statement released by the presidency, the vice-president tested positive on Tuesday following a positive result of her daughter with whom she stays with.President Edgar Lungu has wished the vice-president a quick reco -
Russia Approves First Coronavirus Vaccine “Sputnik-V” As Putin’s Daughter Gets Inoculated
Russia President, Vladimir V. Putin announces the approval of the first coronavirus vaccine “Sputnik V” on Tuesday morning despite testing concerns. He also disclosed that his daughter was among the first to be inoculated.In a statement at a cabinet meeting, Putin says that the vaccine which was developed by the Gamelei Research Centre in Mosc -
Makinde Sacks Commissioner, Prof. Raphael Afonja Who Treat Coronavirus For 52 Days In Isolation
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has sacked his Commissioner for Works, Infrastructure and Transport, Prof. Raphael Afonja.This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday, August 10, 2020, by Taiwo Adisa, the chief press secretary to the governor.According to the statement, Afonja was “sacked with immediate effect” in a letter signed by the -
Nigeria Records 290 New Coronavirus Cases As Total Rises To 46,867
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 290 new cases of coronavirus, bringing the total number of infection in the country to 46,867.The NCDC made this known on Monday night via its Twitter handle, where it revealed that Lagos State reported the highest cases for the day with 82, followed by Plateau State with 82 infections.Ot -
WWE 90s Star, James "Kamala" Harris Dies of Coronavirus At 70
World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) legend James Harris popularly known as Kamala has died after complications from coronavirus.The 70-year-old former powerhouse starred for Vince McMahon’s wrestling company during the late 1980s and early 90s.His autobiography’s co-author, Kenny Casanova, wrote on Facebook: “Just got off the phone.“Unfort -
PHOTO: Couple Who Have Been Married For 35 Years Die Of Coronavirus Just 11 Days Apart
A husband and wife, Keith and Gwendolyn Robinson in America married for 35 years have died after contracting the deadly coronavirus. The late couple met in high school as best friends. Their son, Adams, said that they were not only best friends but were sports enthusiasts, CNN reports. According to their son, the couple did almost everything toget -
COVID 19: Kwara State Deputy Gov, Kayode Alabi & Wife Reportedly Test Positive For Coronavirus
Kwara State’s Deputy Governor, Kayode Alabi and his wife have tested positive for Coronavirus.This was disclosed in a statement by the State’s Technical Committee on Covid-19 which has been uploaded on the official Twitter page of the Committee.According to the statement, the affected deputy governor and his wife are stable and are now in self -
CORONAVIRUS: Footballers To Get Red Card If They Deliberately Cough During Matches
Footballers can be sent off if referees judge they have coughed deliberately at opponents or match officials in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic, say the sport’s rule-makers and England’s Football Association.The International Football Association Board (IFAB) said it was up to the referee to judge whether he felt the cough was -
What a Country We Are! Hydroxychloroquine Sold For N50,000 After Claims It Cures Coronavirus
After Dr. Emmanuel Stella's claim that she has used hydroxychloroquine to cure patients more than 300 in the united state of America, there has sudden hike in the price of the drug in our dear country, Nigeria.Many reactions have trailed the act, after it was reported the drug was sold for N50,000 in Nigeria, What a country![html]
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