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Coronavirus: FG begins disbursement of N20, 000 to poor Nigerians in Rivers, Anambra, Plateau (photos)
7Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus: FG begins disbursement of N20, 000 to poor Nigerians in Rivers, Anambra, Plateau (photos)

The Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster management, and Social development has initiated the disbursement of N20,000 Conditional Cash Transfer to poor Nigerians in Anambra, Rivers state, Kwara, and Plateau states. This move is part of the palliative measures announced by President Buhari to ease the economic impact of the sit-at-home order. This disbursement is specifically targeted at one million Nigerian families whose names are on the National Social Register (NSR). In light of this development, photos capturing the distribution of the N20,000 cash to Nigerians are available. The Federal Government through the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster management, and Social development today disbursed N20,000 Conditional Cash Transfer to poor Nigerians in Anambra,...
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Warm Regards from Prince William and Kate Middleton to Boris Johnson, Admitted to ICU After Testing Positive for Coronavirus
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Warm Regards from Prince William and Kate Middleton to Boris Johnson, Admitted to ICU After Testing Positive for Coronavirus

UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has been moved to the Intensive Care Unit at a London hospital as his Coronavirus symptoms worsened. Members of the British royal family have taken to social media to wish him well.   Through their official Twitter and Instagram account, @KensigntonRoyal, Prince William and Kate Middleton extended their well wishes to Johnson for a "speedy recovery."   They expressed, "Our thoughts are with the Prime Minister and his family, who like so many in the UK and around the world are affected by coronavirus. We wish him a speedy recovery at this difficult time. W."     Additionally, Buckingham Palace shared a statement on Twitter on Tuesday, April 7, noting that the queen had reached out to Johnson's fiancée, Carrie Symonds....
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Prince William and Kate Middleton Extend Well Wishes to Boris Johnson as He Enters ICU
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Prince William and Kate Middleton Extend Well Wishes to Boris Johnson as He Enters ICU

The British royal family members are offering their well wishes to UK Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, as he has been moved to the Intensive Care Unit at a London hospital due to worsening Coronavirus symptoms.   Prince William and Kate Middleton, using their official Twitter and Instagram account, @KensingtonRoyal, extend their wishes for Johnson's "speedy recovery."   They expressed, "Our thoughts are with the Prime Minister and his family, who like so many in the UK and around the world are affected by coronavirus. We wish him a speedy recovery at this difficult time. W."     Additionally, Buckingham Palace shared a statement on Twitter, on Tuesday, April 7, about Johnson, mentioning that the queen had reached out to his fiancee, Carrie...
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Governor Wike leads security operatives to operational base of Caverton Helicopters, demands interrogation of pilots for flying people into Rivers state
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Governor Wike leads security operatives to operational base of Caverton Helicopters, demands interrogation of pilots for flying people into Rivers state

Governor Wike, accompanied by security operatives, visited the operational base of Caverton Helicopters in Rivers State. He questioned the pilots for defying the ban on flying people into the state, which was implemented to curb the spread of coronavirus. In a recent state-wide address, Governor Wike had announced the closure of air, sea, and land borders into the state starting from March 26. His visit to the airline's operational base aimed to hold the pilots accountable for their actions and to collect information on passengers flown into the state post the ban. Accompanying images depict the Governor's visit to the operational base of Caverton Helicopters.
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Governor Wike’s Demand for Interrogation of Pilots and Close Inspection of Caverton Helicopters’ Base
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Governor Wike’s Demand for Interrogation of Pilots and Close Inspection of Caverton Helicopters’ Base

Governor Nyesom recently led security operatives to the operational base of Caverton Helicopters in Rivers State. He questioned the airline's pilots regarding their decision to fly people into Rivers state, despite the existing ban on such flights.   Just a few days ago, Governor Wike announced the closure of air, sea, and land borders into the state starting from Thursday, March 26. This action was taken to further contain the spread of the coronavirus in Rivers State.   Photos circulating online captured the moment Governor Wike led security operatives to the airline's operational base in the state. Alongside demanding the interrogation of the pilots, he also required the airline to provide a list of all passengers it had flown into the state after the ban on...
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Tragic incident in Kogi as 23-year-old man takes his own life
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Tragic incident in Kogi as 23-year-old man takes his own life

Reports have emerged of the tragic suicide of a 23-year-old man identified only as Bayo, at his residence in Angwa Tiv area of Lokoja, the capital of Kogi State. The unfortunate incident occurred in the early hours of Monday, April 6.   It is understood that the deceased was involved in managing a thrift business prior to his untimely death, sparking speculations that it might have driven him to take such drastic action.   According to an eyewitness who spoke to The Nation, Bayo allegedly took his own life by ingesting Sniper, a well-known insecticide. Further information revealed that he hailed from Ogori in Ogori-Magongo area of Kogi Central, and had graduated from Kogi State Polytechnic approximately two years ago.   The eyewitness expressed: "He finished from Kogi Polytechnic ab...
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Saudi Arabia Braces for Up to 200,000 Coronavirus Cases in the Coming Weeks, Says Health Minister Tawfiq al-Rabiah
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Saudi Arabia Braces for Up to 200,000 Coronavirus Cases in the Coming Weeks, Says Health Minister Tawfiq al-Rabiah

Saudi Arabia is anticipating a surge of up to 200,000 coronavirus cases in the next few weeks, as announced today by the country's health minister, Tawfiq al-Rabiah. 'According to minister Tawfiq al-Rabiah, studies suggest that within the next few weeks, the number of infections could range from a minimum of 10,000 to a maximum of 200,000,' reported state media. Multiple cities in Saudi Arabia, including the capital Riyadh, Tabuk, Dammam, Dhahran, Hofuf, Tabuk, Dammam, Dhahran, and Hofuf, are under a 24-hour curfew, along with the regions of Jeddah, Taif, Qatif, and Khobar, in an effort to contain or stop the spread of Coronavirus. The Gulf kingdom currently has 2,523 cases, the highest in the Middle East outside of Iran, and 38 deaths. The U...
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Saudi Arabia Braces for Potential Surge of 200,000 Coronavirus Cases in Coming Weeks, Says Health Minister
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Saudi Arabia Braces for Potential Surge of 200,000 Coronavirus Cases in Coming Weeks, Says Health Minister

Saudi Arabia is anticipating a surge of up to 200,000 coronavirus cases within the next few weeks, as stated by the country's health minister, Tawfiq al-Rabiah, today. 'Studies predict that within the next few weeks, the number of infections will range from a minimum of 10,000 to a maximum of 200,000,' Minister Tawfiq al-Rabiah mentioned, according to state media. Several Saudi cities, including the capital Riyadh, Tabuk, Dammam, Dhahran, Hofuf, Tabuk, Dammam, Dhahran, and Hofuf, are under a 24-hour curfew, along with the regions of Jeddah, Taif, Qatif, and Khobar, in a bid to contain or halt the spread of Coronavirus. The Gulf kingdom currently has 2,523 cases, the highest number in the Middle East apart fr...
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Extension of Court Sittings Suspension by NJC Due to Coronavirus Lockdown
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Extension of Court Sittings Suspension by NJC Due to Coronavirus Lockdown

The National Judicial Council has decided to extend the suspension of court sittings across the country until further notice, in light of the Coronavirus lockdown order. This extension was communicated in a circular to all heads of courts, signed by the Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Justice Tanko Muhammad, on Tuesday, April 7. However, the CJN mentioned that courts should still convene when dealing with matters that are urgent, essential, or time-bound in accordance with existing laws. The circular stated: "In line with the COVlD-19 Regulations 2020 and as a preventive measure against the spread of the virus in the country, the CJN had previously directed all heads of courts to suspend court sittings for an initial period of two weeks from March 24, 2020, in circular No. NJC...
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Harry and Meghan Announce Name of New Charitable Organization, Prompting Reaction from Piers Morgan
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Harry and Meghan Announce Name of New Charitable Organization, Prompting Reaction from Piers Morgan

The plans to launch a new charitable organization named Archewell have been revealed by the Duke and Duchess of Sussex. The organization is aimed at "to do something that matters". Prince Harry and Meghan Markle expressed their anticipation for the foundation, which will replace their Sussex Royal brand post their step down as senior royals. According to Sky News, they intend to incorporate their own charity as well as a website. The couple disclosed that their son Archie's name was inspired by the Greek word "Arche", signifying "source of action." The launch of their new organization, initially reported in the Daily Telegraph, has faced delays due to the coronavirus pandemic. An announcement with further details about the organization will be made "w...
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