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Lockdown Wedding: Couple in Taraba Ties the Knot in their Living Room

5Apr

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Lockdown Wedding: Couple in Taraba Ties the Knot in their Living Room

Despite the Covid-19 pandemic and the restrictions on movement and social gatherings, a couple in Taraba state decided to proceed with their wedding on April 4th. Having planned their wedding months in advance, the couple was determined to go ahead with their special day. The ceremony took place in their living room, with only close family members in attendance.

Use your God given wisdom at this time- Chude Jideonwo tells Christians as clergymen peddle conspiracy theories linking Coronavirus and 5G network

5Apr

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Use your God given wisdom at this time- Chude Jideonwo tells Christians as clergymen peddle conspiracy theories linking Coronavirus and 5G network

In the midst of clergymen spreading conspiracy theories linking Coronavirus to the 5G network, media personality Chude Jideonwo urges Christians to use their wisdom. Chude emphasizes the importance of not succumbing to fear and misinformation spread by pastors, stating that pastors are not experts on the matter and are susceptible to spreading misinformation inadvertently. He highlights that conspiracy theories lack evidence and are dangerous without informed corroboration. Chude implores people to rely on the expertise of medical professionals, researchers, and scientists who are working tirelessly to combat the pandemic. He concludes by urging individuals to be cautious and not let authority figures who lack knowledge confuse them during this critical time.

COVID-19: UBTH confirms 3 cases, 1 death, as 25 doctors go into isolation

5Apr

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COVID-19: UBTH confirms 3 cases, 1 death, as 25 doctors go into isolation

The University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) in Edo state has confirmed three cases of COVID-19 with one resulting in death. The Chief Medical Director, Prof. Darlington Obaseki, revealed this information in a statement released on April 5. The deceased COVID-19 patient was confirmed to have passed away on Friday April 3 by the NCDC. In response to the treatment process, around 25 doctors who had contact with the patients are currently in isolation. Prof. Obaseki noted that these doctors had only been using personal protection equipment, such as surgical face-masks and gloves, while attending to the patients with the infectious disease. As per the statement, the UBTH has received three COVID-19 positive patients, with the remaining two currently under the care of dedicated staff in ...

Boko Haram leader, Ibrahim Shekau begs his fighters not to run after many of them were killed in attack led by Chad's President (listen to audio)

5Apr

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Boko Haram leader, Ibrahim Shekau begs his fighters not to run after many of them were killed in attack led by Chad's President (listen to audio)

Boko Haram's leader, Ibrahim Shekau, was captured on an audio tape urging his fighters not to retreat following the deaths of many of them in an attack spearheaded by Chad's President, Iddris Deby. Deby led an offensive against Boko Haram in retaliation for an ambush that resulted in the deaths of over 90 Chadian soldiers. This prompted him to vow to crush Boko Haram in the Lake Chad region, describing the attack as the worst-ever on the country’s military. With the assistance of the Israeli Army, the Chadian army successfully launched an offensive in the Lake Chad region, resulting in the death of numerous Boko Haram terrorists and the discovery and destruction of bunkers housing key commanders. Shekau, in a recently obtained audio by Sahara Reporters, expressed sorrow and dissatisfac...

Medical kits received from China are not contaminated- NCDC

5Apr

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Medical kits received from China are not contaminated- NCDC

According to the Nigeria Center for Disease Control NCDC, there are no signs of contamination in the medical kits received from China, dismissing widespread rumors. The medical equipments donated by Chinese billionaire businessman Jack Ma are reported to be effective and safe for use by health workers.

5Apr

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COVID-19 patient discharged in Osun

The announcement of a discharged COVID-19 patient in Osun has been confirmed by the Osun state government. During his press briefing on April 5, the state governor, Adegboyega Adetola, made this announcement. According to a statement released on the government's verified Twitter handle, the discharged patient is among the early cases of Coronavirus in the state. The announcement came during the Press Briefing of Mr Governor on Sunday, 5th April, 2020. As of April 5, Oyo state has 9 confirmed cases of Coronavirus, contributing to a total number of 224 diagnosed cases in Nigeria.

Shade Ladipo Criticizes Toke Makinwa for Filming Giving her PA a Car

5Apr

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Shade Ladipo Criticizes Toke Makinwa for Filming Giving her PA a Car

TV host, Shade Ladipo, has taken a swipe at media personality Toke Makinwa following her comments about not filming the recipients of benevolence. In her tweets, Toke Makinwa urged individuals giving out to the less privileged to refrain from filming the recipients and, if they must, to blur their faces to protect their dignity. Shade Ladipo, in response to Toke's remarks, accused her of filming herself giving her Personal Assistant (PA) a car previously. Ladipo suggested that documenting acts of kindness can have a positive impact and mentioned that Toke's benevolent act in 2019 inspired her to buy her PA a laptop.

Shade Ladipo Criticizes Toke Makinwa for Recording Act of Kindness Despite Her Previous Actions

5Apr

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Shade Ladipo Criticizes Toke Makinwa for Recording Act of Kindness Despite Her Previous Actions

TV host, Shade Ladipo, delivered a harsh criticism of media personality Toke Makinwa following her statement discouraging the filming of acts of benevolence. Toke Makinwa had expressed her opinion on Twitter, advising against filming the beneficiaries of one's charitable actions, and suggesting the blur of their faces for privacy protection. In an appeal, not intended as criticism or call-out, I commend those contributing to the less privileged in this season. Your kindness will be rewarded by God. However, can we refrain from filming the recipients of your benevolence? You may record your kind acts for personal, archival, or documentary purposes, etc., but please blur the faces of the beneficiaries as they did not consent to be...

52-year-old habitual rapist arrested in Lagos

5Apr

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52-year-old habitual rapist arrested in Lagos

The arrest of a 52-year-old habitual rapist in Lagos has been announced by the Lagos state police command. The suspect, identified as Dako Aaron, is a security guard residing at Olanrewaju Street within Okokomaiko. He was apprehended for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl. Bala Elkana, spokesperson for the state police command, disclosed this information on Sunday, April 5. According to the statement released by Bala, the suspect reportedly dragged the victim into his security post on two separate occasions, on February 2nd and March 13th. The victim received medical treatment and underwent forensic examination. The police spokesperson also highlighted that the suspect has a history of similar offenses, as he was previously charged for raping a minor in 2017. The authorities intend to ...

Five more COVID-19 patients including a 10-year-old girl discharged in Lagos

5Apr

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Five more COVID-19 patients including a 10-year-old girl discharged in Lagos

The announcement was made by Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, about the discharge of five additional Coronavirus patients from the Infectious Disease Hospital in Lagos. The governor shared the news on his IG page, confirming that among the discharged patients is a 10-year-old girl. In his statement, the governor expressed his happiness at the recovery and discharge of the patients, emphasizing that a total of 29 patients have been fully recovered and released from the facility at Yaba. However, he also conveyed his sadness at the loss of a 36-year-old man to Coronavirus in a private facility in the state on Saturday April 4th. Governor Sanwo-Olu appealed to the people of Lagos to avoid stigmatizing the discharged patients and reiterated that they pose no threat to the community...