Anglican Archbishop Emmanuel Chukwuma defies police to hold church service during Coronavirus outbreak
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Anglican Archbishop Emmanuel Chukwuma defies police to hold church service during Coronavirus outbreak

Yesterday, Most Rev. Emmanuel Chukwuma, the Archbishop of the Enugu Province and Bishop of Enugu Anglican Diocese, announced that the Province would not close any of its branches due to the Coronavirus pandemic.   He justified his decision by stating that shutting the church at this time would give the devil an opportunity to harm the people and the country, according to Sun News.   Chukwuma criticized the government's order to close churches and places of worship, arguing that it was unjust to equate them with drinking parlors, nightclubs, markets, and companies.   He emphasized that he would not shut the churches as he does not own them; they belong to Jesus Christ. He questioned where people would seek safety, help, and deliverance if they were prevented from worshipping during th...
Warning from Niger State Government: Consequences for Violating Restriction Orders
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Warning from Niger State Government: Consequences for Violating Restriction Orders

Residents of Niger state have been warned by the government that failure to comply with the stay-at-home order may result in fines, imprisonment, or both, as stipulated by the state's laws.   During a press briefing on Sunday, April 5th, Ahmed Ibrahim Matane, the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman of the State Action Committee on COVID-19, emphasized the necessity of this new measure due to widespread disregard for social distancing and gathering directives, essential precautionary measures against the spread of Coronavirus.   Matane stressed that it is crucial to move beyond appeals and directives to control the spread of the highly infectious disease and prevent a potential health and economic crisis in the state. He stated that the Governor invoked the Niger State COVI...
Uche Elendu Pleads with Lagos State for Funke Akindele’s Release
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Uche Elendu Pleads with Lagos State for Funke Akindele’s Release

Actress Uche Elendu has made an appeal to the Lagos state government and the police for the release of her colleague, Funke Akindele-Bello, citing the well-being of her twins as a reason.   On her Instagram page, she posted a message in which she urged: Please release her. I don't have any excuses to make for her because the law is simple: No Social gathering! Her humble and sweet spirit doesn't deserve this arrest...We are sorry on her behalf. Please @jidesanwoolu @balaelkana. She explained and apologized. Please listen and forgive. At least people ate food at the party. The people that clustered people to share 2 packs of indomie in the name of Quarantine relief were not arrested. Please forgive her. #freefunkeakindele. Nigerians, please, the same w...
Uche Elendu Makes Plea to Lagos State for Funke Akindele’s Release
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Uche Elendu Makes Plea to Lagos State for Funke Akindele’s Release

Actress Uche Elendu has made an appeal to the Lagos state government and the police to release her colleague, Funke Akindele-Bello, for the sake of her twins.   She took to her Instagram page to share her plea: Please release her. I don't have any excuses to make for her because the law is simple, No Social gathering!!!! Her humble and sweet spirit doesn't deserve this arrest. We are sorry on her behalf. Please @jidesanwoolu @balaelkana, she explained and apologized. Please listen and forgive. At least people ate food at the party. The people that clustered people to share 2 packs of indomie in the name of Quarantine relief were not arrested. Please forgive her #freefunkeakindele. Nigerians, please, the same way you got her arrested...
Concerns raised about COVID-19 testing in Nigeria by Femi Fani-Kayode
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Concerns raised about COVID-19 testing in Nigeria by Femi Fani-Kayode

Femi Fani-Kayode, former Minister of Aviation, has expressed worries about the reported number of COVID-19 cases in Nigeria.   He took to Twitter on Monday morning to convey his concerns, suggesting that the true extent of the virus in Nigeria remains unknown due to limited testing. ''How can you determine the number of Nigerians that have been afflicted with Covid 19 when not up to 1% of the population have been tested for the virus? I have a terrible feeling that if up to 80% of Nigerians were tested for it we would be shocked and devastated by the results.'' - Femi Fani-Kayode       As of now, Nigeria has confirmed 232 cases of Coronavirus.
Nigerian woman tragically passes away while breastfeeding her 3-week old baby after 8-year wait for a child
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Nigerian woman tragically passes away while breastfeeding her 3-week old baby after 8-year wait for a child

Following years of prayer and fasting, a father took to Twitter 3 weeks ago to express gratitude for his child. Tragically, he has now revealed the heartbreaking news of his wife's passing while she was breastfeeding their child.   @maxifish and his wife NK Ude endured a 4-year wait before their first child arrived. They then faced an additional 8-year wait before welcoming their second child in March.   On March 17, @maxifish shared on Twitter: "We had Natachi 8 yrs ago...had to wait 4yrs before she came...she was worth the wait. Since then we had prayed, cried & fasted for another. Today, 17th Mar(St. Patrick’s day), Chetachi was born. Cheta, Nata, Chweety & I are doing fine. Thank you Jesus!!!! Ever faithful God!!!"   Unfortunately, he took to Twitter...
Exclusive update: Funke Akindele spends night at Panti office; husband turns himself in
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Exclusive update: Funke Akindele spends night at Panti office; husband turns himself in

The Lagos state police command arrested actress Funke Akindele-Bello on Sunday April 5th for violating the social distancing order of the Lagos state government. She spent the night at the State Criminal Investigation Department SCID office in Panti, Lagos. A police source confirmed that the actress's husband, Abdulrasheed Bello aka JJC Skillz, who was not available when she was picked up, has turned himself in and is currently with her in Panti. They are expected to be arraigned in court this morning. Other guests at the party, including singer Naira Marley, have been asked to report at the SCID for questioning. According to the Lagos Infection Diseases Regulations 2020, anyone found guilty of hosting gatherings or flouting the lockdown order could face a jail term of one month, a fin...
The Debate on 5G and the Antichrist: Response from Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo
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The Debate on 5G and the Antichrist: Response from Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo

Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo, the founder and Senior Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre, has advised Christians worldwide to steer clear of theories claiming that 5G is linked to the Antichrist.   Admitting that he is not a scientist but a Pastor, the KICC founder pointed out that whenever there is a major global event, the church tends to interpret it as the work of the Antichrist. He cited historical examples such as Napoleon, Benito Mussolini, and Hitler, whom the church also speculated to be the Antichrist.   In a subtle jab at Pastor Chris, he expressed his disappointment in the latter for presenting a graph linking 5G, Coronavirus, and the Antichrist. He urged everyone to stay indoors during the lockdown due to the Coronavirus outbreak.     Pastor Ashimolowo affirme...
Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo Counters Pastor Chris: 5G is not the Antichrist
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Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo Counters Pastor Chris: 5G is not the Antichrist

Pastor Mathew Ashimolowo, founder and Senior Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre, has urged Christians worldwide to dismiss the theories and claims of 5G being associated with the Antichrist. The KICC founder, not a scientist but a Pastor, pointed out that whenever a major global shock occurs, the church tends to label it as the handiwork of the Antichrist. He highlighted historical instances where the church incorrectly attributed individuals such as Napoleon, Benito Mussolini, and Hitler as the Antichrist. Additionally, he expressed disappointment in Pastor Chris for promoting a graph linking 5G, Coronavirus, and the Antichrist, and advised everyone to stay indoors amidst the lockdown due to the Coronavirus outbreak. ...
Nigerian doctors reject country’s plan to invite Chinese medical team to help fight Coronavirus
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Nigerian doctors reject country’s plan to invite Chinese medical team to help fight Coronavirus

Nigerian doctors have opposed the country's plan to invite a team of Chinese medical experts to assist in the battle against the Coronavirus. The Nigerian Medical Association (NMA) has rejected the government's decision, expressing disappointment and describing it as a misplaced priority. The Minister of Health, Dr Osagie Ehanire, announced that an 18-member Chinese medical team would be arriving in Nigeria along with a shipment of medical supplies from China. However, the NMA President, Francis Faduyile, has criticized this move, stating that it is embarrassing for health workers who are already struggling to combat the pandemic under difficult working conditions. The NMA has urged the government to reconsider its decision and instead focus on declaring a state of emergency in the heal...