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Confirmation of Mikel Obi’s Interest from Botafogo, a Brazilian Club, a Month After Leaving Trabzonspor Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Confirmation of Mikel Obi’s Interest from Botafogo, a Brazilian Club, a Month After Leaving Trabzonspor Due to the Coronavirus Pandemic

Confirmation has been made by former Super Eagles of Nigeria and Chelsea player, John Mikel Obi, that discussions are ongoing for a possible deal with Brazilian club Botafogo, over a month after his departure from Turkish club Trabzonspor, citing concerns related to the Coronavirus pandemic. At the age of 32, Mikel parted ways with Turkish club Trabzonspor in February through mutual consent, expressing discomfort in participating during the COVID-19 pandemic, given the global impact of infections and fatalities. He wasted no time in entertaining new offers. Mikel is currently in regular communication with Botafogo's manager, Ricardo Rotenberg, and is hopeful of finalizing a deal when the Coronavirus pandemic subsides. Speaking to ESPN regarding Bota...
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Coronavirus deaths surpass 100,000 worldwide, with over 1.6 million confirmed cases
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus deaths surpass 100,000 worldwide, with over 1.6 million confirmed cases

Johns Hopkins University tracker reports that the global death toll from Coronavirus has exceeded 100,000.   Italy remains the hardest-hit country with 18,849 deaths, followed by the US with 17,925 deaths, and Spain with 15,970 deaths.   The tracker also indicates that there have been over 1.6 million confirmed cases in 177 countries, with almost 370,000 individuals recovering from the virus.    
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Speaker Gbajabiamila Confronts Chinese Ambassador Over Maltreatment of Nigerians
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Speaker Gbajabiamila Confronts Chinese Ambassador Over Maltreatment of Nigerians

The Speaker of Nigeria's House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has expressed concern about the mistreatment of Nigerians residing in China. During a meeting with the Chinese Ambassador to Nigeria, Zhou Pingjian, on April 10, Gbajabiamila confronted him with a protest video showing a Nigerian challenging Chinese officials over the maltreatment and demanded that Chinese authorities address the issues. Several viral videos showed Nigerian citizens protesting against being forced into an additional 14-day quarantine after already completing a 14-day quarantine for the COVID-19 pandemic in China. Gbajabiamila commented on the incident, stating, "If the diplomatic relationships between our two countries are for the mutual benefits of our citiz...
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FIFA: Football Won’t Resume Until 100% Safe
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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FIFA: Football Won’t Resume Until 100% Safe

FIFA, the world governing body of football, has announced that football activities worldwide will not commence until the end of the Coronavirus pandemic and it is safe for public gatherings. FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasized that no match is worth risking a life for. FIFA has also pledged to provide financial assistance to national football federations suffering from the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, which has led to the suspension of major leagues and competitions, causing a significant loss of revenue. FIFA has recently postponed all international matches that were scheduled for June and has decided to automatically extend the contracts of players with expiring contracts this summer. Gianni Infantino stressed the principle of prioritizing health above al...
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FIFA Stance on COVID-19 and Football Resumption
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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FIFA Stance on COVID-19 and Football Resumption

FIFA, the global governing body for football, has announced that football activities will remain on hold until the COVID-19 pandemic is under control and it is safe for public gatherings. FIFA President Gianni Infantino emphasized that no football match is worth endangering lives for. Infantino also committed to providing financial support to national football federations that are facing economic challenges due to the pandemic, which has led to the suspension of major leagues and competitions worldwide.   Furthermore, FIFA has postponed all international matches scheduled for June and has extended the contracts of players with expiring deals this summer.   Infantino reiterated the priority of prioritizing health above all else and emphasized that resuming competitions would only ...
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Nigerian Lady Marks Her Birthday Several Months Following Survival from a Gas Explosion
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Nigerian Lady Marks Her Birthday Several Months Following Survival from a Gas Explosion

After surviving a gas explosion, a Nigerian lady chose to mark her birthday and shared her gratitude on Instagram.   On Instagram, she posted some of her recovery photos and expressed her gratitude with these words;   The mercy of the Lord has been incredible. I find myself in the book of life. Olateju, I have experienced and felt His mercy, and as such, I will praise His greatness every day of my life. I came close to death, but I did not perish. I was not consumed by the sea, nor was I burnt by the raging fire. In the Lord, my beauty has been rejuvenated. My salvation is secure. Olúwá, a ki kitan, eledumare, I bless the beauty of Your name. I’m a year older! I wouldn’t be here if not for You, Heavenly Father. All glory and honour to your holy name, Jehovah. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME. ...
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Remarkable Birthday Celebration Following Survival from a Gas Explosion
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Remarkable Birthday Celebration Following Survival from a Gas Explosion

Celebrating her birthday, a Nigerian woman took to Instagram, marking the occasion several months after she managed to survive a harrowing gas explosion.   Her recovery photos were shared on Instagram by a user who expressed gratitude, saying;   The Lord's mercy upon me is beyond comprehension. My life has been spared. I, Olateju, have experienced and felt His mercy, and so, I will praise His greatness every day of my life. I have faced death but survived, I wasn't consumed by the waves of the sea, and the fierce fire did not harm me. My beauty has been restored by the Lord. My salvation is secure. God, we bless the beauty of Your name. I'm a year older! My existence is owed to You, Heavenly Father. All glory and honor to your holy name, Jehovah. HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO ME. #God'sfavourit...
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“Taking them to jail will be good'' – Footballer Yakubu Aiyegbeni slams French doctors who said Covid-19 vaccine testing should be carried out in Africa
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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“Taking them to jail will be good'' – Footballer Yakubu Aiyegbeni slams French doctors who said Covid-19 vaccine testing should be carried out in Africa

Former Everton and Super Eagles of Nigeria striker, Yakubu Aiyegbeni, has angrily slammed the French doctors who recently stated that Coronavirus testing should be carried out in Africa. Amid the Coronavirus pandemic ravaging the world, French Doctors Camille Locht and Jean-Paul Mira suggested Vaccines against Covid-19 should first be tested in Africa, recalling how an experimental treatment for AIDS was carried out in Africa. The comments resulted in angry backlash from the black community and even the World Health Organization, which forced the doctors to apologize.     According to Yakubu, the doctors are 'racist' and ignorant and should be jailed even though it won't solve the racism problem that exists in the world. “The doctors are just being stupid and very ignorant think...
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COVID-19 cases in Africa rise to over 11,900 with 608 deaths — WHO
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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COVID-19 cases in Africa rise to over 11,900 with 608 deaths — WHO

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that confirmed cases of Coronavirus in Africa have surpassed 11,900. The WHO's recent report indicates that countries like South Africa, Algeria, and Cameroon are reporting more cases than Nigeria, despite having smaller populations. Conversely, countries like Gambia and Sao Tome have reported fewer cases, with Gambia reporting four cases and one death, and Sao Tome reporting zero deaths from four cases. The WHOAFRO Twitter account shared the news, stating that COVID-19 cases in Africa have risen to over 11,900, with 1,586 recoveries and 608 reported deaths.
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Over 11,900 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 608 Deaths in Africa, Reports WHO
10Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Over 11,900 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases and 608 Deaths in Africa, Reports WHO

The latest data from the World Health Organization indicates that the number of confirmed Coronavirus cases in Africa has surpassed 11,900.   According to the WHO's recent report, Nigeria, the most populous country in Africa, has fewer cases compared to less populated countries such as South Africa, Algeria, and Cameroon, which continue to rank highest among the countries reporting the highest number of cases. The countries with the second-lowest confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Africa are Gambia, with four cases and one death, and Sao Tome, which has reported zero deaths from four cases. The official Twitter account of the World Health Organization Regional Office for Africa, @WHOAFRO, announced the latest statistics on Friday, stating, "COVID19 cases in Africa rise to over 11,900 – ...
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