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We were told UK isn’t high risk – Nigerian man calls out NCDC for delaying response after friend who became third case of coronavirus in Nigeria arrived
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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We were told UK isn’t high risk – Nigerian man calls out NCDC for delaying response after friend who became third case of coronavirus in Nigeria arrived

A Nigerian Man Criticizes NCDC for Delayed Response to Third Case of Coronavirus in Nigeria A Nigerian man has called out the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) for delaying response after his friend became the third person to test positive for coronavirus in Nigeria. He mentioned that the NCDC had claimed that his friend was receiving medical care, but there was no update on her situation. Recall that the Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire, had mentioned that the third case of coronavirus in the country is a Nigerian lady who recently returned to Lagos from the UK. @dondekojo, the man's Twitter handle, expressed his frustration, stating that the NCDC had been unresponsive to testing his friend who returned from the UK on March 13. He added that the agency had initially ...
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Government’s Efforts to Reclaim Abule Ado Post Gas Explosion
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Government’s Efforts to Reclaim Abule Ado Post Gas Explosion

After a devastating gas explosion in the Lagos community of Abule Ado, the Nigerian government has reportedly initiated a plan to reclaim the area and address the destruction of properties as well as the loss of lives.    During a visit to the explosion site, Umar Saliu Buntu, Acting Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of Federal Housing Authority, revealed the government's intention to reclaim Abule Ado.    According to Nigerian Tribune, Buntu pointed out that the Nigerian government had acquired a significant expanse of land from Ojo Cantonment down to Trade Fair in the 1970s. 
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Renowned commentator Reno Omokri criticizes Nigerian Government for border policy during the pandemic
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Renowned commentator Reno Omokri criticizes Nigerian Government for border policy during the pandemic

Renowned commentator Reno Omokri has criticized the Federal government for its refusal to impose travel restrictions despite the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic.   Following the confirmation of the third case of Coronavirus in Nigeria by Health Minister Osagie Ehanire, Reno took to his Instagram page to question why the borders are closed against rice smuggling but not against the Coronavirus. ''How can you close your border for rice and open it for #CoronaVirus and have the audacity to call yourself a leader? If #COVID19 kills your citizens, who will eat the rice you are protecting? Are rice and fuel more important than human beings who will buy them?'' he wrote    
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UEFA Postpones Euro 2020 to 2021 Due to Coronavirus
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UEFA Postpones Euro 2020 to 2021 Due to Coronavirus

Amid the coronavirus pandemic, UEFA has officially announced the postponement of Euro 2020 until the summer of 2021, allowing European leagues to complete their seasons.   The Norwegian FA took to their social media accounts to confirm the news, revealing that the tournament, originally planned to be held in 12 European cities and scheduled to commence on June 12, is now rescheduled for June 11 to July 11, 2021.    "Uefa has decided that the Euros should be postponed until 2021. It will be played from 11 June to 11 July next year."   UEFA har bestemt at EM utsettes til 2021. Det skal spilles fra 11. juni til 11. juli neste år. Mer informasjon kommer. — NorgesFotballforbund (@nff_info) March 17, 2020   This decision came after UEFA held conference calls with its 55 member associatio...
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Nigerian Lady Gets Man Arrested For Touching Her Boobs In A Bus In Lagos
17Mar By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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Nigerian Lady Gets Man Arrested For Touching Her Boobs In A Bus In Lagos

A Nigerian lady disclosed how she got a man arrested for touching her boobs while she was sleeping in a bus in Lagos. @yinkaechi who gave the man’s name as Deji, said the incident occurred onTuesday morning after they boarded a bus from Oshodi to Iwo Road. She further disclosed that after the arrest, people were begging her to let it go since it is not “rape”. She tweeted; If you know any Deji that entered a bus from Oshodi to Iwo road today, please don’t be worried about him not coming home today or the next couple of days because he’s fine. He’s just been arrested for touching my breast when I was sleeping in the bus. I’ll pay his bail tomorrow. The idiot was telling me I was dreaming. The passengers said they didn’t see anything. I felt a hand on my body I opened my eyes and s...
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Doctors in Nigeria Begin Indefinite Strike Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic
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Doctors in Nigeria Begin Indefinite Strike Amidst COVID-19 Pandemic

Amidst the Coronavirus pandemic, the Association of Resident Doctors (ARD) in Abuja has announced that they will be commencing an indefinite strike starting from March 17th. Rising from an emergency meeting this morning, the doctors, in a statement released by their president, Roland Aigbovo, stated that they extensively discussed the health threat posed by the coronavirus scare, their work conditions, and patient care before reaching the "difficult decision to go on an indefinite strike." The doctors are aggrieved due to the failure of the FCT administration to pay their basic salaries for over two months, leading to the decision to embark on the strike at this time. Aigbovo mentioned that there have been salary irregularities and shortfalls since the migration to the Integrated Pe...
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Spanish Club, Valencia Reports 35% of Squad and Backroom Staff Testing Positive for Coronavirus
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Spanish Club, Valencia Reports 35% of Squad and Backroom Staff Testing Positive for Coronavirus

Valencia, a Spanish club, has officially announced that 35% of their squad and backroom staff have tested positive for coronavirus, with all cases currently being asymptomatic.   The La Liga team had previously disclosed five coronavirus cases on Sunday, with Ezequiel Garay from Argentina and Eliaquim Mangala from France among those infected.   Addressing the coronavirus situation at the club, Valencia provided a statement, saying: "Several additional COVID-19 coronavirus tests conducted among the coaching staff and players at Valencia have returned positive."   "Despite the stringent measures implemented by the club after their Champions League game, these latest results indicate a positive test rate of around 35% due to the inherent exposure in such matches," Valencia added.   "Al...
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<!DOCTYPE html> <html> <head> <title>Man ignites debate after narrating an incident</title> </head> <body> Man ignites debate after narrating how a man he offers free ride home daily insisted on collecting back the 500 Naira he borrowed from him
17Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Man ignites debate after narrating an incident Man ignites debate after narrating how a man he offers free ride home daily insisted on collecting back the 500 Naira he borrowed from him

A Twitter user sparked a debate after sharing an experience where a man, whom he offered free rides to and from work, asked to be repaid the 500 Naira he had borrowed.   @Boss_Fbillion tweeted: "So I borrowed 500 from this guy I normally take to work & bring back home in my car. It was 4 days ago. I had forgotten.   "Dude legit told me today that I am owing him.    "I help this guy save 1000 everyday & he could let 500 slide ?"   His tweet led to a debate as some told him that money borrowed has to be paid back, even if you offer favours to the money lender. However, some said this shows the money lender is not worthy of his help.   Read some of the tweets below and share your thoughts.   ...
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Controversy Arises After Man Insists on Getting Back Borrowed Money Despite Receiving Free Rides Daily
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Controversy Arises After Man Insists on Getting Back Borrowed Money Despite Receiving Free Rides Daily

Triggering a debate on Twitter, a man shared his experience of offering a daily free ride to someone who then demanded the repayment of 500 Naira he had borrowed.   Expressing his frustration, @Boss_Fbillion tweeted: "So I borrowed 500 from this guy I normally take to work & bring back home in my car. It was 4 days ago. I had forgotten.   "Dude legit told me today that I am owing him.    "I help this guy save 1000 everyday & he could let 500 slide ?"   This tweet sparked a discussion, with some arguing that borrowed money should always be repaid, regardless of any favors provided. On the other hand, some opined that such behavior questions the worthiness of the individual receiving assistance.   See some of the tweets below and share your thoughts.  
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No Scientific Backing For Albinos Not To Eat Salt−Dermatologist Claims
17Mar By Ahmed AfolabiNo Comments
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No Scientific Backing For Albinos Not To Eat Salt−Dermatologist Claims

Dr Omotoyosi Ilesanmi, a dermatologist at the University of Ilorin Teaching Hospital, claims that there is no scientific evidence to prove that the albino must not consume salt. Ilesanmi told News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Ilorin that the belief that consumption of salt was dangerous for the albino was myth and erroneous belief. “I am aware that people say albinos should not consume salt, but there is nothing to prove it scientifically. “There is no correlation between salt consumption by the albino and negative effect on them or their skin,” she said. The dermatologist said the idea that consumption of salt by people with albinism was the cause of the burns they got on their skin was a myth. She said that the only reason why people living with albinism would have skin b...
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