Lagos State government says from next academic session, your child must be 12 years old before they can enrol in any secondary school
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Lagos State government says from next academic session, your child must be 12 years old before they can enrol in any secondary school

The Lagos State government has announced that for the upcoming academic session, all children must be at least 12 years old to enroll in secondary school, whether public or private. According to a circular released by Mrs A. A. Adebowale of the Ministry of Education in March, the state government has proposed a fine of N50,000 for first-time offenders and N100,000 for repeat offenders, along with warning letters and possible closure of schools for violations. The government stated that this new policy will be rigorously enforced by education agencies in the state.
Nigerians roaming the streets in China as they are sent out of their hotels by police over Coronavirus fears (video)
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Nigerians roaming the streets in China as they are sent out of their hotels by police over Coronavirus fears (video)

Nigerian Travellers Forced Out of Chinese Hotels Over Coronavirus Fears Nigerian business travelers raised complaints about mistreatment in China, alleging they were evicted from their hotels due to concerns about spreading the Coronavirus to the Asian country.   While China has largely contained the Coronavirus, the global battle against the virus continues, stemming from its origin in Wuhan, China.   These Nigerian travelers shared a video online to illustrate the mistreatment they faced during their visit.   The video depicts Chinese police pursuing the Nigerian businessmen out of their hotel premises.   Amidst the confrontation, the Nigerian men explained to the Chinese police that Africans are accommodating t...
376 American nationals successfully evacuated from Nigeria to Washington DC (photos)
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376 American nationals successfully evacuated from Nigeria to Washington DC (photos)

After being stranded at the Lagos International Airport, American nationals have been evacuated from Nigeria.   On Monday, April 6, 2020, an Ethiopian Airlines flight carrying 376 US citizens departed from Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, for Washington Dulles international Airport.   The chartered flight, according to the US consulate in Nigeria, left at 5:25pm Nigerian time.     The consulate stated that this is the first in a series of repatriation flights for American citizens out of Lagos, and more flights are scheduled to depart within the next few days.     This evacuation follows reports that American nationals were left stranded when attempting to leave Nigeria via the Murtala Mohammed International Airport.   Additionally, 137 Canadian nationals were also ...
376 American nationals successfully evacuated from Nigeria to Washington DC
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376 American nationals successfully evacuated from Nigeria to Washington DC

After being stranded at the Lagos International Airport, American nationals have finally been evacuated from Nigeria.   A chartered Ethiopian Airlines flight carrying 376 US citizens departed from Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, for Washington Dulles international Airport on Monday, April 6, 2020.   The US consulate in Nigeria confirmed that the chartered flight departed at 5:25pm Nigerian time.     The consulate stated that this is the first in a series of repatriation flights for American citizens out of Lagos, with more flights scheduled to depart within the next few days.     These evacuations come after reports that American nationals faced delays and were left stranded at the Murtala Mohammed Interna...
Policewoman’s Facebook Banter Reveals Concerns about Coronavirus
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Policewoman’s Facebook Banter Reveals Concerns about Coronavirus

A Nigerian policewoman shared her perspective on the impact of Coronavirus on security operatives during a Facebook interaction. The policewoman, responding to a query about why she was at home, indicated that "Coronavirus does not know a police officer" and suggested a lack of access to protective equipment against the disease. Below is the exchange:
Insights from a Policewoman on “Quarantine” Highlights the Impact of Coronavirus
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Insights from a Policewoman on “Quarantine” Highlights the Impact of Coronavirus

Sharing her perspective on the impact of Coronavirus on security personnel, a Nigerian policewoman had an engaging exchange with a follower on Facebook.   When questioned about being at home after posting a photo on the social media platform, she responded by saying that "Coronavirus does not recognize a police officer." She hinted at the lack of access to protective gear against the lethal virus.    View the conversation below;     
US rapper Fred The Godson tests positive for Coronavirus
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US rapper Fred The Godson tests positive for Coronavirus

US rapper Fred The Godson has confirmed that he has tested positive for COVID-19. The 35-year-old Bronx rapper shared a photo from the hospital, appearing with an oxygen mask, announcing the news on his social media accounts. He urged his followers to keep him in their prayers. You can view his original post on Instagram [here](https://www.instagram.com/p/B-puaempK0f/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading).
NCDC DG, Chikwe Ihekweazu, Reveals Why He Doesn’t Wear Face Masks
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NCDC DG, Chikwe Ihekweazu, Reveals Why He Doesn’t Wear Face Masks

During joint briefings, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, the Director General of Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), explained the reason for not wearing face masks like other members of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19. According to Chikwe, face masks should be reserved for those infected or the frontline medical personnel treating suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases. He also revealed that the country is yet to develop a policy for the general wearing of face masks. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy before implementing a national policy on mask-wearing, stressing the importance of ensuring access to masks and conducting a risk assessment based on emerging evidence. Dr. Chikwe also shared that the NCDC is in the process of finalizing the face mask policy...
Why I Don’t Wear Face Masks – Chikwe Ihekweazu, DG of NCDC
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Why I Don’t Wear Face Masks – Chikwe Ihekweazu, DG of NCDC

The rationale behind the decision of Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, the Director General of Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), to not wear face masks, was revealed during joint briefings with the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19.   Dr. Chikwe explained that face masks should be reserved for those infected, or for medical frontline personnel attending to suspected cases or treating COVID-19 patients. He also disclosed that the country is yet to formulate a policy for wearing face masks.   Addressing the issue, he stated;    “This is a strategy we need to consider before implementation. Before we implement a national strategy around mask-wearing, we have to ensure that we can provide it or at least enable access to it. We will conduct a risk assessment and make a decision ba...
Scammers Dress as Doctors and Set Up Fake Coronavirus Testing Sites, Charging $240 and Stealing DNA
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Scammers Dress as Doctors and Set Up Fake Coronavirus Testing Sites, Charging $240 and Stealing DNA

Authorities in Kentucky caution against deceptive COVID-19 testing sites which promise quick results for cash while actually stealing people's DNA and personal information.   A self-proclaimed medical marketing company established makeshift testing sites outside churches in Louisville, where workers in hazmat gear charged $240 per test and stole people's DNA and personal information.   In Louisville, scammers in doctor attire offered fake coronavirus tests in exchange for $240 in a convenience store parking lot, also gathering credit card information and social security numbers to commit identity theft.   According to the NYT, the scammers managed to deceive 100 people before fleeing.   Metro Council President David James and Louisville advocates have been pursuing the individuals b...