COVID-19: You don't need social distancing when you put on protective mask- Cross Rivers state governor, Ben Ayade tells residents (Video)
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COVID-19: You don't need social distancing when you put on protective mask- Cross Rivers state governor, Ben Ayade tells residents (Video)

Governor Ben Ayade of Cross River State has stated in a viral video that wearing face masks automatically protects individuals from contracting the Coronavirus, negating the need for social distancing in the battle against the virus. The Governor, who holds a PhD in Microbiology, claimed that the protective mask forms a safeguard against the virus and eliminates the necessity for social distancing. The Governor's statements have stirred up discussions on social media. Additionally, a video featuring Governor Ayade's statements has been widely circulated, triggering responses and reactions. The discussions and debates surrounding the Governor's assertions continue to unfold on various social media platforms.
Today’s Top Stories from Daily Times Nigeria
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Today’s Top Stories from Daily Times Nigeria

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Indian Couple’s Newborn Named ‘Lockdown’ Following ‘Covid’ and ‘Corona’ Twins
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Indian Couple’s Newborn Named ‘Lockdown’ Following ‘Covid’ and ‘Corona’ Twins

During the recent Coronavirus lockdown period, a couple in India decided to name their newborn son 'Lockdown'.   The proud parents, Manju Mail and Raghunath, welcomed their child in Bacheri village in the Sheopur district of central India, during the 21-day strict lockdown implemented by the country.   When asked by the hospital staff what name should be written on the birth certificate, the couple chose 'Lockdown.'   Manju, the mother, explained: 'He is Lockdown, as he was born during the lockdown period,' as reported by the Times of India.   Her husband added: 'My son and our family will remember this time of crisis throughout our life. It is a significant name. The whole world is using the lockdown as a means to stem this pandemic. We should not take Lockdown lightly.'   Interesti...
NCDC refutes allegations of utilizing N1bn on transmitting SMS to Nigerians
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NCDC refutes allegations of utilizing N1bn on transmitting SMS to Nigerians

The Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) has dismissed assertions suggesting that it allocated N1 billion for the dissemination of SMS to educate Nigerians about the COVID-19 pandemic.   Social media has been buzzing with the allegation that the organization spent N1 billion on sending SMS to Nigerians to help combat the spread of COVID-19. The NCDC has refuted these claims, labeling them as unsubstantiated.
NCDC refutes allegations of N1bn spending on SMS for Nigerians
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NCDC refutes allegations of N1bn spending on SMS for Nigerians

The Nigeria Center for Disease Control NCDC has denied reports claiming that it allocated N1 billion for the purpose of sending SMS to educate the public about the COVID-19 pandemic.    There has been widespread circulation of allegations on social media regarding the agency's purported expenditure of N1 billion on SMS to educate Nigerians on preventing the spread of COVID-19. The agency has refuted these claims, labeling them as false.
Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin Donates N300M to Nigerians after Rejecting Daddy Freeze’s 5 Million Naira Offer
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Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin Donates N300M to Nigerians after Rejecting Daddy Freeze’s 5 Million Naira Offer

Amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic and the Nigerian government's announcement of financial aid for the underprivileged, several philanthropic individuals, including Tonto Dikeh, Femi Otedola, Mike Adenuga, Chris Omashola, Aliko Dangote, and popular billionaire Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin, have stepped up to provide assistance. In a recent interview with StrokesAfrica.com, Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin announced his decision to donate tithes and offerings to Nigerians through his Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin (JOF) Foundation. The foundation offered 5 million Naira to OAP Daddy Freeze to distribute to his online followers for pandemic relief, but Daddy Freeze declined the offer due to backlash from his recent association with Apostle Johnson Suleman, despite his g...
The Generous Act of Billionaire Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin: Donates N300M to Nigerians after Rejected Donation Offer from Daddy Freeze
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The Generous Act of Billionaire Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin: Donates N300M to Nigerians after Rejected Donation Offer from Daddy Freeze

  Amid the current global pandemic, Nigerian billionaire Prophet Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin has exemplified generosity by extending financial support to fellow Nigerians. Alongside other philanthropic figures such as Tonto Dikeh, Femi Otedola, Mike Adenuga, Chris Omashola, and Aliko Dangote, Fufeyin has stepped forward to lend a helping hand during these challenging times.   In an interview with StrokesAfrica.com, Prophet Jeremiah Fufeyin revealed his decision to give back tithes and offerings to Nigerians through his Jeremiah Omoto Fufeyin (JOF) Foundation. This act of charity comes in the wake of a rejected donation offer of 5 million Naira to popular OAP Daddy Freeze. Notably, Daddy Freeze declined the offer due to recent criticisms stemming from his association with A...
COVID-19 : Kogi state government lifts ban on religious gatherings
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COVID-19 : Kogi state government lifts ban on religious gatherings

The ban on religious gatherings imposed by the Kogi state government on March 20th has been lifted as part of efforts to prevent the importation of Coronavirus in the state. The state, which has not recorded any case of the viral disease, has taken this decision to allow religious bodies to resume their normal worship and services. A statement released today, April 9, by the Commissioner for Information and Communication, Kingsley Fanwo, mentioned that the lifting of the ban was done with the encouragement of the state governor, Yahaya Bello. He has urged all religious leaders to implement preventive and precautionary measures in their worship centers to prevent the spread of coronavirus in the state. The state government has also directed all worship centers to provide hand sanitizers ...
NCC denies claims of using the lockdown across the country to lay 5G cables
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NCC denies claims of using the lockdown across the country to lay 5G cables

The Nigeria Communications Commission (NCC) has denied claims that the lockdown in various states across the country is being used as an opportunity to install the controversial 5G network cables. There have been insinuations that the Federal government is using the lockdown to install the controversial 5G network which some claim is responsible for the Coronavirus pandemic and can lead to many deaths. In a statement released on Wednesday April 8th, the Executive Vice Chairman (EVC) of the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), Prof. Umar Garba Danbatta, clarified that the ongoing digging for fibre optic cables and deployment of other telecoms equipment by mobile network operators (MNOs) across Lagos and other states is aimed at expanding the network infrastructure of telecommunicatio...
Tyler Perry pays for groceries of elderly people at dozens of stores and asks to be kept anonymous
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Tyler Perry pays for groceries of elderly people at dozens of stores and asks to be kept anonymous

Tyler Perry paid the grocery bills for all shoppers during the designated “senior hour” at multiple Kroger supermarket stores in Louisiana and Georgia on Wednesday, according to multiple reports.   Felix Turner, the Atlanta spokesman for Kroger, told The Atlanta Journal-Constitution that Perry paid for groceries at 44 stores in Atlanta and 29 in his hometown of New Orleans.   “Senior and higher-risk Kroger shoppers in metro Atlanta did receive a nice surprise at the register this morning when they learned Tyler Perry had paid their grocery tab in full,” Turner told the newspaper. “We would like to join our customers in thanking Mr. Perry for his kindness and generosity during this unprecedented pandemic.”   The shoppers were handed slips of paper with the words “Random Act of Kindne...