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Former Vice Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, Criticizes Relaxing Lockdown for Religious Reasons

10Apr

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Former Vice Presidential Candidate, Peter Obi, Criticizes Relaxing Lockdown for Religious Reasons

Peter Obi, the former Vice Presidential candidate of the People's Democratic Party (PDP), has expressed disapproval of the government's decision to relax the lockdown orders in various states for Jumat and Easter celebrations. During an interview on Arise TV on Friday, April 10, the ex-Governor of Anambra State argued that allowing the relaxation of lockdown for religious reasons is inappropriate given the escalating spread of the coronavirus pandemic and the inadequate resources available to manage it in Nigeria. Obi also highlighted the deficiency of ventilators in some states that have relaxed the lockdown directives, emphasizing the potential crisis if the situation worsens. He stated, "It is wrong to relax lockdown because of people going to church. Faith is a thing o...

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Brymo’s Response to Critic of His Album

Singer Brymo has addressed a comment from a follower who described his latest album as "not great." The Twitter user expressed, "Finally had time to listen to Brymo’s Yellow album. Just good not great." In response, Brymo stated, "It’s a great album tho.. no body of work on the continent, released and unreleased can match it in a decade... at least until my next major release."

10Apr

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Brymo’s Reaction to Critic of His Album

Singer Brymo has responded to a follower who expressed that his latest album is "not great." The Twitter user's comment read: "Finally had time to listen to Brymo’s Yellow album. Just good not great." To which Brymo replied: "It’s a great album tho.. no body of work on the continent, released and unreleased can match it in a decade... at least until my next major release."

Stop playing politics with Coronavirus directives – Lai Mohammed tells Governors

10Apr

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Stop playing politics with Coronavirus directives – Lai Mohammed tells Governors

The call to stop playing politics with Coronavirus directives was made by the Minister of Information and Culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, who urged Governors in Nigeria to refrain from such actions. His plea was made during an appearance on the Nigeria Television Authority (NTA) program "Good Morning Nigeria" on Friday, April 10. Addressing the arrest and prosecution of Caverton pilots by Governor Nyesom Wike, the Minister criticized the conflicting directives between some states and the federal government aimed at curbing the spread of the virus, deeming them unnecessary and uncalled for. He stressed the need for Governors to desist from politicizing the fight against Coronavirus, emphasizing the federal government's responsibility to all Nigerians regardless of their state of residence. ...

Defending Her Position: Nigeria-Based Plastic Surgeon Responds to Allegations After Surgery Gone Wrong

10Apr

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Defending Her Position: Nigeria-Based Plastic Surgeon Responds to Allegations After Surgery Gone Wrong

After a well-known Twitter user, Omohtee, suffered severe complications from a surgery gone wrong, a Nigeria-based plastic surgeon has spoken out to defend herself. Omohtee has been experiencing excruciating pain in her waist following a hip reduction surgery at the facility owned by Dr. Anu Fella. In a video shared online, she advocated for body positivity and cautioned women against undergoing plastic surgery at Med Contour. In her social media posts, Omohtee, who had sought a standard waist size, accused the plastic surgeon of blocking her after the surgery went awry. See Omohtee's posts and videos below; View this post on Instagram Her waist was too tiny - Nigeria-based plastic s...

Plastic Surgeon in Nigeria Defends Herself After Surgery Goes Wrong

10Apr

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Plastic Surgeon in Nigeria Defends Herself After Surgery Goes Wrong

A plastic surgeon operating in Nigeria has come to her own defense following criticism from a prominent Twitter user, Omohtee, who suffered serious complications after a surgery gone wrong. Omohtee has been experiencing severe pain in her waist after undergoing a hip reduction surgery at the facility run by Dr. Anu Fella. In a video she posted online, she emphasized body positivity and advised women seeking plastic surgery to steer clear of Med Contour. The aggrieved Twitter user, who desired a natural-looking waist, accused the plastic surgeon of blocking her on social media platforms after the botched surgery. Below are Omohtee's posts and her video: ...

Seven COVID-19 Patients Released from Lagos Hospital

10Apr

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Seven COVID-19 Patients Released from Lagos Hospital

Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has announced the discharge of seven more COVID-19 patients from the state's Infectious Disease Hospital on April 10. This brings the total number of discharged patients to 46 since the first recorded case in February. With 158 confirmed cases, Lagos remains the epicenter of the Coronavirus outbreak in Nigeria.

Kogi state govt bans sale of beef for 48 hours after death of 12 cows during grazing

10Apr

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Kogi state govt bans sale of beef for 48 hours after death of 12 cows during grazing

The government of Kogi state has imposed a ban on the sale of beef in Lokoja, the state capital and its surroundings for the next 48 hours. This directive comes in the wake of the mysterious death of 12 cows on Thursday, April 9, while they were grazing at a land belonging to the Nigeria-Korea Vocational Institute in Lokoja. According to a statement from the state Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo, an investigation has been initiated into the cause of the cows' deaths. The government has taken proactive measures to prevent the beef from reaching the markets, and security agencies and relevant government departments have been tasked with ensuring that the contaminated beef does not make its way into the market. The government has committed to keeping the publ...

Floyd Mayweather’s New Journey as a Boxing Trainer

10Apr

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Floyd Mayweather’s New Journey as a Boxing Trainer

Retired American boxer, Floyd Mayweather, has made a significant announcement regarding his future in the boxing world. At 43 years old, the undefeated champion has decided to pursue a career as a boxing trainer, following in the footsteps of his father, Floyd Mayweather Sr, and his late uncle, Roger Mayweather, who passed away last month. Mayweather has already taken on the role of training young fighters, including his oldest son, Koraun, and his 14-year-old nephew Chris, citing the recent passing of his uncle as a source of inspiration for his decision. He expressed, ‘As many of you know, I’ve had incredible trainers which included my dad and uncle. Due to the recent passing of my Uncle Roger, I’ve felt inspired to help those around me the same way they have been t...

Floyd Mayweather’s New Role: Boxing Trainer

10Apr

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Floyd Mayweather’s New Role: Boxing Trainer

The decision of retired American boxer, Floyd Mayweather, to become a boxing trainer has been announced. At 43 years old, the undefeated champion aims to follow the path of his father, Floyd Mayweather Sr, and his late uncle, Roger Mayweather, who passed away last month. Mayweather has already started training young fighters, including his oldest son, Koraun, and his 14-year-old nephew Chris. He mentioned that the recent passing of his uncle has inspired his decision. ‘As many of you know, I’ve had incredible trainers which included my dad and uncle,’ Mayweather stated in an Instagram post. ‘Due to the recent passing of my Uncle Roger, I’ve felt inspired to help those around me the same way they have been there for me throughout my boxing career. ‘I...