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13-year-old boy and his classmates in police custody since February 19 over a fight at their school (photos)
12Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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13-year-old boy and his classmates in police custody since February 19 over a fight at their school (photos)

An outcry has been made on Twitter concerning the prolonged custody of a 13-year-old boy and his classmates, who were arrested almost two months ago and are yet to be released.   The Twitter user, Latifah, revealed that her brother, a student at Government Technical College, Ewet, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, was apprehended with other students on February 19 after a fight broke out at their school, prompting the intervention of the police who subsequently detained them.   In her plea for assistance, she wrote: "Hello twitter I need you all help.. My 13 year old brother has been in custody with some of his school mate since 19feb. Because there was a fight in their school and students we're raided. Please help me RT this THREAD to authorities."     Photographs shared by Latifa...
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Robbery Attempt Foiled by Lagos Police, Suspects Arrested
12Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Robbery Attempt Foiled by Lagos Police, Suspects Arrested

Nine suspects were apprehended in Abule Egba and Ifako Ijaiye communities by the Lagos State Command as they successfully thwarted a robbery plot targeting residents in those areas. The suspects were nabbed by the Lagos State Police during their operations in the neighboring communities. According to a statement from the Lagos State Police Public Relations Officer, DSP Bala Elkana, an ongoing investigation will soon lead to the suspects being charged to court. These arrests come in response to reports from Ogun state residents on Twitter, who have been expressing concern about daily robbery attacks since the lockdown, using the hashtag #OgunUnrest.   Dear @segalink this happened moments ago at idiroko agbado they call them "1 million boys" mostly teen...
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13 new cases of COVID19 recorded in Lagos, Delta and Kano
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13 new cases of COVID19 recorded in Lagos, Delta and Kano

13 new cases of COVID19 recorded in Lagos, Delta and Kano A total of 13 new cases of COVID19 have been identified in Lagos, Delta, and Kano state, contributing to a total of 318 cases in Nigeria.   The NCDC reports that 11 cases were confirmed in Lagos, one in Delta, and one in Kano state.   Below are the states with confirmed COVID19 cases in Nigeria:      
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''Light overcomes darkness, Coronavirus will not overcome us'' – Read Queen Elizabeth's Easter message to Brits during lockdown
12Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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''Light overcomes darkness, Coronavirus will not overcome us'' – Read Queen Elizabeth's Easter message to Brits during lockdown

Queen Elizabeth II, the British Monarch, has delivered a message of hope to her citizens amid the ongoing battle against the Coronavirus pandemic, which has claimed thousands of lives. The 93-year-old queen, who ascended to the throne on Feb. 6, 1952, following the passing of her father, King George VI, has endured a world war, survived an assassination attempt, and witnessed the tenure of 12 US presidents. She expressed her firm belief that the UK will not succumb to the virus and encouraged people to focus on the light and hope that Easter brings. In a statement shared on Twitter, the Queen reassured the public that while Easter celebrations may be different this year due to the need for social distancing, the spirit of Easter remains unchanged. She emphasized the significance of the ...
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Legal Action Against Kenyan Government for Prohibiting Church Services During COVID-19
12Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Legal Action Against Kenyan Government for Prohibiting Church Services During COVID-19

Amid the Coronavirus lockdown in Kenya aimed at curbing the spread of the disease, three pastors have taken legal action against the Kenyan government for the cessation of church services.   Three pastors, Don Mutugi Majau, Joan Miriti, and Alex Gichunge, have filed a lawsuit against the Interior, Health, and ICT Cabinet Secretaries, the Attorney-General, and the Inspector-General of Police, as confirmed by Justice James Makau of The High Court.   According to Nairobi News, Justice Makau has scheduled the hearing for April 16 and has instructed the pastors to provide copies of the case documents to the defendants before the end of business on April 14.   In their legal action, the pastors acknowledge the government's efforts to halt the spread of the pandemic but argue that as the s...
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Experts Warn Smoking Marijuana Increases Risk of Severe Covid-19 Complications
12Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Experts Warn Smoking Marijuana Increases Risk of Severe Covid-19 Complications

Individuals who smoke marijuana, especially those with Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD), chronic lung diseases, or moderate to severe asthma, are at a heightened risk for severe complications after contracting Covid-19, according to medical professionals and pulmonary experts.                                                                                                                                                              Even occasional marijuana smoking can elevate the risk of more severe Covid-19 complications, as explained by medical experts. Dr. Albert Rizzo, the chief medical officer for the American Lung Association, stated that smoking cannabis causes airway inflammation similar to bronchitis and can lead to heightened complications from a Covid-19 infect...
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Positive Coronavirus Test for Gateman Who Recently Traveled from Lagos to Kaduna via Public Transport
11Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Positive Coronavirus Test for Gateman Who Recently Traveled from Lagos to Kaduna via Public Transport

The Kaduna State Government has reported a new case of Coronavirus in the state.   According to a statement released by the state Commissioner for Health, Amina Mohammed Baloni, the new case is a gateman in the Mando area who recently returned from Lagos. Baloni stated that the patient had no connection to the first five cases in the state.  ⁣ Dr. Baloni mentioned that the sixth case had traveled on public transport and reached out to the authorities as his symptoms worsened. The patient has been evacuated to the state’s Infectious Disease Centre. ⁣ The Commissioner added that the latest case presents the nightmare scenario of possible community transmission of Covid-19 in the state. It would be very difficult and complicated to trace all those he might have had contact with while c...
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Good news: 10 COVID-19 patients set to leave Osun Isolation center
11Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Good news: 10 COVID-19 patients set to leave Osun Isolation center

Following two consecutive negative tests for the virus, 10 COVID-19 patients are ready to be discharged from the Ejigbo Isolation Center.   In an evening tweet, the state governor, Gboyega Oyetola, shared the uplifting news. "I am happy to inform you today that 10 of the 17 patients at our Ejigbo facility have tested negative twice for the virus in line with the National Centre for Disease Control protocol, and will soon be released to join their families and live their normal lives."  
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Kano records its first Coronavirus case
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Kano records its first Coronavirus case

The city of Kano has reported its inaugural case of the Coronavirus. The announcement was made by Salihu Yakasai, the Director General of Media and Communications for the Kano State Government. The confirmed case resides around UDB Road and had returned from Abuja just prior to the closure of the state borders. As a precautionary measure, the individual has been isolated at the Kwanar Dawaki Isolation Centre. Yakasai took to Twitter to share the news, stating, "Kano has recorded its 1st case of Covid-19 in the State. The index case lives around UDB Road, he returned from Abuja on the eve of the border closure in the State. All those close to him have been tested and are awaiting results. He is currently at Kwanar Dawaki Isolation Centre." Ahmad Bashir, President Buhari's media aide, al...
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