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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...

10Apr

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5G is not spreading Coronavirus – WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) has refuted the claims of 5G spreading Coronavirus in various countries. The viral claim was spread by influential individuals across different sectors. WHO released a statement on Friday, April 10 asserting that the virus is transmitted through respiratory droplets and does not travel on radio waves or mobile networks. Additionally, the organization revealed that Coronavirus is spreading in numerous countries that do not have 5G mobile networks. The statement emphasized that people can become infected by touching a contaminated surface and then touching their eyes, mouth, or nose. It also provided guidance for those infected by COVID-19, urging them to seek medical care early and to call their health facility by telephone first. The statement also no...

WHO Debunks Claims that 5G is Spreading Coronavirus

10Apr

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WHO Debunks Claims that 5G is Spreading Coronavirus

The World Health Organization (WHO) has refuted allegations that 5G technology is contributing to the spread of Coronavirus in various countries. This claim gained traction after influential figures in different sectors promoted it. In a statement released on Friday, April 10, WHO clarified that the virus is primarily transmitted through respiratory droplets from an infected person who coughs, sneezes, or speaks, and it cannot travel on radio waves or mobile networks. The international health organization also revealed that the Coronavirus is spreading in many countries that do not have 5G mobile networks. The statement included the following information: "People can also be infected by touching a contaminated surface and then their eyes, mouth, or nose. Most COV...

COVID-19: Man dies in Kano while in "self-isolation"

10Apr

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COVID-19: Man dies in Kano while in "self-isolation"

Kano Records Death of Man in "self-isolation" due to COVID-19 A man who returned to Kano from Abuja has passed away while reportedly in self-isolation. Abdulrasheed Ibrahim, a resident of Gwammaja Quarters in Kano, was not seen for days after his return. His neighbors assumed he was self-isolating following his return from Abuja last Monday. According to neighbors who spoke with The Nation, on the day of his return to Kano, he was observed washing his car before going into his alleged self-isolation. The neighbors grew concerned when an unpleasant odor started emanating from the man's house. They noticed that he had remained indoors for three days. Upon noticing the situation, the neighbors informed the man's relatives, who then broke into his home where they discovered him ...

Coronavirus Pandemic leads to Increase in Burials on New York’s Hart Island

10Apr

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Coronavirus Pandemic leads to Increase in Burials on New York’s Hart Island

Workers, dressed in hazmat suits, were observed burying caskets in a mass grave on New York's Hart Island. The number of burials has increased fourfold due to the coronavirus pandemic, with the city's death toll reaching 4,778. On Thursday, April 9th, a dozen contracted laborers were seen digging and burying caskets, some of which bore carved names. Hart Island has been used by the city for burials of individuals without known next of kin or those whose families are unable to arrange a funeral since the 19th century. Normally, about 25 bodies are buried at Hart Island weekly by inmates from Rikers Island jail. However, this number started to increase last month as the Coronavirus rapidly spread, turning New York into the epicenter o...

Mass Burials on New York’s Hart Island as COVID-19 Death Toll Rises

10Apr

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Mass Burials on New York’s Hart Island as COVID-19 Death Toll Rises

Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, workers in hazmat suits were observed burying caskets in a mass grave on New York's Hart Island. The number of burials has quadrupled, while the city's COVID-19 death toll has reached 4,778. On Thursday, April 9, a dozen contracted laborers were seen digging and burying caskets, some of which had names carved on them. New York has been using Hart Island for over a century to bury those with no known next of kin or those whose families are unable to arrange a funeral. Traditionally, Rikers Island jail inmates bury about 25 bodies per week on the island. However, the number of burials has surged as COVID-19 continues to spread rapidly and the city grapples with its impact. DailyMail.com reports that the city is now burying approximately two d...

Good News: Three Patients Recovered from COVID-19 and Discharged in Oyo State

10Apr

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Good News: Three Patients Recovered from COVID-19 and Discharged in Oyo State

After testing negative for the virus, Oyo state has discharged three COVID-19 patients. The state governor, Seyi Makinde, made the announcement on Twitter. ''Yesterday, three confirmed COVID-19 patients were discharged after receiving their second negative test results. This brings the number of discharged cases in Oyo State to five. So, there are currently six active cases.'' The number of discharged cases in Oyo State has now reached five, while six cases remain active.