CORONA VIRUS: FORMER PRESIDENT OBASANJO & OTHER AFRICAN LEADERS FEATURED IN A SONG; WATCH VIDEO BELOW

The former President of Nigerian, Olusegun Obasanjo and other African leaders have come together to create awareness to Aficans concerning the dangers of Coronavirus (COVID 19) pandemic. Top African leaders including  incumbent Liberian President George Weah, Kenyan opposition leader Raila Odinga was seen in a video singing song titled ‘Alone but Altogether.’ The song, also … Read more

COVID-19: 70% CORONA VIRUS CASES ARE MEN MINISTER OF HEALTH SAYS

Minster of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire, has said that 70 percent of people who tested positive for coronavirus are males. Ehanire disclosed this on Wednesday at the Presidential Task Force Briefing on COVID-19 in Abuja. He said: “About 70 percent of those who have tested positive are males. The age range is between 30 and … Read more

CORONA VIRUS: UN RELEASES $2M TO THE NIGERIAN GOVT. TO HELP CONTROL COVID-19

The United Nations (UN) has released $2m to the Nigerian government to procure essential medical supplies to help contain the outbreak of pandemic coronavirus in the country. Daily Trust reports that the UN resident coordinator and humanitarian coordinator in Nigeria, Edward Kallon, disclosed this at a national conference in Abuja on the COVID-19 crisis. While … Read more

COVID-19: BUHARI OUTLINE MEASURE TAKEN SINCE THE OUTBREAK OF CORONA VIRUS IN NIGERIA

The Presidency on Thursday released a list of what it said President Muhammadu Buhari has done so far since the Coronavirus outbreak in Nigeria and what he is still doing. It began by recalling that In his broadcast to the nation on Sunday, President Buhari declared that, “In Nigeria’s fight against Covid-19, there is no … Read more

MAN BURIED WITH MERCEDES BENZ AS COFFIN IN SOUTH AFRICA

It was quiet unusual in Eastern Cape in South Africa when a South African man, Tshekedi Pitso who lives in Eastern Cape was buried with his Mercedes Benz which was his favourite drive while he was alive. According to reports, Pisto before his death had requested that when he dies, his 1980s E500 Mercedes Benz … Read more

CORONA VIRUS: GOVERNOR SUSPENDS CHAIRMAN OF OBIO/AKPOR LGA

The Rivers State Governor, Nyesom Wike, has ordered for immediate suspension of the Chairman of Obio-Akpor Local Government Area and his deputy for failing to implement his directives to curb the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic in the council. The Governor in a statement signed by his Special Assitant on Electronic Media, Simeon Nwakaudu, imposed … Read more

NCDC CONFIRMS NEW FOUR CASES IN NIGERIA

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed Nigeria has recorded four new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) infection. According to the NCDC in a tweet on Tuesday, the four new cases were reported in Osun and Ogun states. Three of the cases are in Osun state and one in Ogun. Four new cases … Read more

PRESIDENT BUHARI ORDERS THE SHUT DOWN OF LAGOS, ABUJA AND OGUN STATE FOR 14 DAYS

Commercial city Lagos, capital city Abuja and industrial hub, Ogun State, will remain under a lockdown as the Federal Government steps up the battle to contain the coronavirus pandemic. The shutdown, which will be for an initial two weeks, “is the containment period to identify, trace and isolate all individuals that have come into contact … Read more

NYSC TURNS ORIENTATION CAMP TO ISOLATION CENTRES

According to a release, the NYSC DG enjoined corps members nationwide to remain calm and observe the various health regulations and advice by the federal and state governments. He said, “The management wishes to state that it stands resolutely in solidarity with the country especially the victims of the hydra-headed monster, as we collectively battle … Read more

TWO DROWNED IN UREJE RIVER IN ADO EKITI

The police in Ekiti State, on Monday, confirmed the death of two persons believed to be fun seekers in the Ureje River in Ado Ekiti. The Police Public Relations Officer in the state, Sunday Abutu, said a male and a female, believed to be in their 20s, drowned while attempting to swim in the river. … Read more

NO CORONA VIRUS CASE CONFIRMED IN THE STATE, ONDO STATE GOVERNMENT SAYS

CORONA VIRUS Ondo State government has said there is no confirmed case of COVID-19 in the state. It said 12 individuals were tested but the results of five returned negative. Checks also showed that the state has 11 ventilators but only five are working. Commissioner for Health and Chairman of inter-ministerial committee on COVID-19, Dr. … Read more

CORONA VIRUS: WARRI SOUTH COUNCIL CHAIRMAN, DR. MICHAEL TIDI SHUT DOWN IGBUDU MARKET IN WARRI

As part of safety measures to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, the Warri South Council Chairman, Dr. Michael Tidi has shut down the popular Igbudu Market in Warri, Delta State over the failure of traders to observe the “Social Distance” order. The closure of the market which began Sunday midnight is coming two days … Read more

IN ORDER TO LIVE IN U.S, YOU MUST PAY FOR SECURITY, TRUMP TELLS MEGHAN AND PRINCE HARRY

President Donald Trump of the United States of America, U.S.A, has told Prince Harry and his wife Meghan that they will pay for their security if they live in the U.S. Trump insists the U.S government will not pay to secure the senior British royals. Harry, who is sixth in line to the British throne, … Read more

COVID-19: PRINCE CHARLES RECOVERS FROM CORONA VIRUS

PRINCE CHARLES PRINCE CHARLES, Heir to the British throne, has said to recover from the deadly disease (Coronavirus) Charles is now out of self-isolation after recovering from COVID-19. Recall that the 71-year-old Prince  Charles was confirmed positive for the virus last week. His Spokesman announced on Monday that he is in good health condition. In … Read more

COVID-19: MILITARY TO IMPLEMENT THE PRESIDENT’S ORDER ON SHUTDOWN, WARNS RESIDENTS

NIGERIAN ARMY The Defence Headquarters (DHQ) on Monday said the Armed Forces of Nigeria is ready to execute the Presidential directive on the fight against the Coronavirus (Covid-19) The Coordinator, Defence Media Operations, Maj.-Gen. John Enenche, speaking at a news conference on Monday in Abuja, said the military has a two-way plan, including giving medical … Read more