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‘Let’s make sure the government puts these funds to good use’ – Davido reacts to the N19 billion donation made to combat Coronavirus in Nigeria
5Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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‘Let’s make sure the government puts these funds to good use’ – Davido reacts to the N19 billion donation made to combat Coronavirus in Nigeria

Davido expressed his reaction to the donations made to combat Coronavirus in Nigeria, emphasizing the need for the government to utilize the funds effectively. On Friday, contributions to the Private Sector Coalition Against COVID-19 (CACOVID) set up by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to raise funds to combat Coronavirus reached N19.488 billion, up from the earlier collected N15.325 billion. A breakdown of the contributions showed that the Central Bank of Nigeria and Aliko Dangote donated N2 billion each, while Abdul Samad Rabiu (Bua Sugar Refinery), Segun Agbaje (GTB), Tony Elumelu (UBA), Oba Otudeko (First Bank), Jim Ovia (Zenith Bank), Herbert Wigwe (Access Bank), and Femi Otedola of Amperion Power Distribution donated N1 Billion each to the relief fund. Other donors inclu...
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'Reactions to Trump’s Palm Sunday tweet about the existence of God’
5Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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'Reactions to Trump’s Palm Sunday tweet about the existence of God’

US President Donald J. Trump used his Twitter platform on Sunday to extend well-wishes for Palm Sunday amidst the Coronavirus pandemic, which has caused around 8,492 deaths in the United States as of Sunday. Trump, a self-proclaimed Christian, hailing from the pandemic's epicenter, New York, tweeted: "'Palm Sunday is the beginning of a Holy week for many people of Faith and a great day to lift our voices in Prayer. I will be tuning into Pastor @greglaurie at @harvestorg Church in Riverside, California tomorrow at 11:00 A.M. Eastern.' Some of his followers were not pleased, attributing him with responsibility for the spread in the US and labeling him as 'hypocritical.' However, the Christian community lauded him for advocating for Christians in America and ...
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''Trump Tweets About Palm Sunday and Sparks Controversy Over Faith''
5Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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''Trump Tweets About Palm Sunday and Sparks Controversy Over Faith''

On Sunday, US President Donald J. Trump took to Twitter to extend well-wishes for Palm Sunday amid the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic in the United States, which has resulted in approximately 8,492 deaths.                                                                   Trump, a self-proclaimed Christian, tweeted from the epicenter of the Coronavirus outbreak, his native New York: "Palm Sunday is the beginning of a Holy week for many people of Faith and a great day to lift our voices in Prayer. I will be tuning into Pastor @greglaurie at @harvestorg Church in Riverside, California tomorrow at 11:00 A.M. Eastern."                    Some of his followers were critical, blaming him for the spread of the virus and labeling him as 'hypocritical,'...
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The Consul General of Nigeria in New York, Benaoyagha Okoyen, confirms the deaths of 3 Nigerians in the US due to COVID-19
5Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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The Consul General of Nigeria in New York, Benaoyagha Okoyen, confirms the deaths of 3 Nigerians in the US due to COVID-19

The Consul General of Nigeria in New York, Mr. Benaoyagha Okoyen, has confirmed the deaths of three Nigerians due to COVID-19 in the United States.   In a statement, the envoy revealed the first case was a 60-year-old lady, Hajia Laila Abubakar Ali from Kano State. She passed away on March 25 while receiving treatment at the Lincoln Hospital in the Bronx, New York.   He identified the second case as 25-year-old Bassey Offiong, a final year Chemical Engineering student at Western Michigan University, while the third is a medical practitioner, Dr. Caleb Anya, from Ohafia in Abia State.   Okoyen expressed his regret, stating: “It is regrettable to announce that three Nigerians have died of COVID-19 in the United States of America.”   “The first case was a 60-year-old lady, ...
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New Confirmed Cases of Coronavirus in Lagos, Edo, and Abuja
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New Confirmed Cases of Coronavirus in Lagos, Edo, and Abuja

The Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 10 new cases of Coronavirus in Lagos, Edo, and Abuja. As of 11:15 am on April 5, the total number of confirmed Coronavirus cases in Nigeria is 224. Twenty-seven patients have been discharged, and five deaths have been recorded. A breakdown of Coronavirus cases across different states in the country is as follows: Lagos- 115, FCT- 45, Osun- 20, Oyo- 9, Akwa Ibom- 5, Ogun- 4, Edo- 9, Kaduna- 4, Bauchi- 6, Enugu- 2, Ekiti- 2, Rivers-1, Benue- 1 Ondo-1 See NCDC's tweet below;
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10 new cases of Coronavirus confirmed in Lagos, Edo, and Abuja
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10 new cases of Coronavirus confirmed in Lagos, Edo, and Abuja

According to the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC), 10 new cases of Coronavirus have been confirmed in Lagos, Edo, and Abuja.    As of 11:15 am on April 5, Nigeria has reported a total of 224 confirmed cases of Coronavirus. Twenty-seven patients have been discharged, and the country has recorded five deaths.    The breakdown of Coronavirus cases across different states in the country is as follows: Lagos- 115, FCT- 45, Osun- 20, Oyo- 9, Akwa Ibom- 5, Ogun- 4,  Edo- 9, Kaduna- 4, Bauchi- 6, Enugu- 2, Ekiti- 2, Rivers-1, Benue- 1 Ondo-1    See NCDC's tweet below;   
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The Plan to Share 10 Billion Naira Equally Among Nigerians
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The Plan to Share 10 Billion Naira Equally Among Nigerians

This article is sponsored content. ChopBarh Gaming LTD has released a follow-up statement on their social media channels (@chopbarh on Instagram and Twitter) to clarify their recent announcement. Mr. Olanrewaju Idowu, the company's Head of Operations, addressed the public once more in a video, stating the following: "Fellow Nigerians, We originally announced on April 2, 2020, that we would be distributing up to 10 billion Naira to be won by Nigerians. However, the overwhelming traffic to the Fifty-Five game mode caused unforeseen technical difficulties. Similar to the initial rush to check JAMB results, everyone attempting to play Fifty-Five simultaneously caused the game to be inaccessible." Fortunately, the issue has...
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We are safe and sound – JJC Skillz says as he backs his wife, Funke Akindele on why they held a house party (video)
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We are safe and sound – JJC Skillz says as he backs his wife, Funke Akindele on why they held a house party (video)

JJC Skillz has reaffirmed his support for his wife, Funke Akindele, over their decision to host a crowded house party on his 43rd birthday on April 4. In a video shared by JJC Skillz, he described the house party as a "surprise turn-up" and assured everyone that attended the party at their house in Amen Estate, Lagos, that they are safe and sound. He aligned himself with his wife's statement that some of the attendees had been lodged in the estate before President Buhari's lockdown order. JJC Skillz also disclosed that many of the party's attendees live in the same estate as them. He showcased Naira Marley's residence and revealed that the singer and comedian Akpororo, who were present at the celebration, also reside in the estate. Furthermore, he mentioned that actress Eniola Badmus se...
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Tragic Incident: Woman Fatally Stabs Husband, Inflicts Self-harm in Quarrel over Food
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Tragic Incident: Woman Fatally Stabs Husband, Inflicts Self-harm in Quarrel over Food

The tragic incident occurred in Ikoli Village in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County, Kenya, where 36-year-old Bryan Indimuli lost his life after being fatally stabbed by his 25-year-old wife, Joy Indeche.   According to John Indimuli, the father of the deceased, the quarrel escalated when his son complained that Indeche tripped over a chair, causing the ugali (maize porridge eaten in east and central Africa) she was carrying to spill on the floor.   He explained, "My son suspected his wife had taken alcohol, hence her wobbly feet, which led to her tripping over and resulting in the fall of the ugali."   Following her husband's attempt to discipline her, Indeche grabbed a kitchen knife and viciously attacked him. She then turned the knife on herself, resulting in severe injuries...
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Funke Akindele gives reasons for hosting a house party and later deletes tweets following backlash (refer to screenshots)
5Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Funke Akindele gives reasons for hosting a house party and later deletes tweets following backlash (refer to screenshots)

Funke Akindele has disclosed the rationale behind hosting a house party with her husband JJC Skillz to celebrate his 43rd birthday, despite appeals for social distancing during the Coronavirus pandemic.   Earlier reports from LIB detailed that the birthday gathering occurred on Saturday, April 4, at the actress' residence in Amen Estate. From videos circulated online, it was evident that singer Naira Marley and other friends attended the crowded birthday event.   In the wake of the controversy sparked by the birthday bash and the subsequent calls for the actress' arrest, Funke Akindele has provided an explanation for hosting the birthday party. According to the actress, most of the individuals who attended the birthday party had been staying in Amen Estate before th...
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