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'NCDC DG Ihekweazu Extends Gratitude to Nigerians for Assistance with Coronavirus Testing Kits'
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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'NCDC DG Ihekweazu Extends Gratitude to Nigerians for Assistance with Coronavirus Testing Kits'

Dr Chikwe Ihekweazu, Director General of the National Center for Disease Control, (NCDC), expressed his gratitude to Nigerians for helping the agency with Coronavirus testing kits in the midst of battling the Coronavirus pandemic in the country.   Ihekweazu, whose agency reported 1273 confirmed cases and 40 deaths from the virus as of Sunday night, reached out on Sunday for assistance in obtaining the RNA extraction kits required for Covid-19 testing. ''We’re desperately looking for more RNA extraction kits as we expand #COVID19 testing.'' he said     On Monday, Ihekweazu, who seemingly received assistance from some individuals, expressed his appreciation to Nigerians for their support on his Twitter handle. ”Product: Total viral RNA extraction kits (preferably spin column and with...
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Coronavirus cases confirmed among Almajiris sent from Kano to Kaduna
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus cases confirmed among Almajiris sent from Kano to Kaduna

Recent repatriation of five almajiris from Kano to Kaduna state resulted in their testing positive for Coronavirus.   Kaduna State's commissioner for Health, Amina Mohammed-Baloni, confirmed the cases. The new patients have been transferred to the Infectious Diseases Control Centre for treatment. This brings the total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Kaduna state to 9.  
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President Buhari to Address the Nation at 8pm Today Regarding the Lockdown
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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President Buhari to Address the Nation at 8pm Today Regarding the Lockdown

At 8pm today, April 27, President Buhari will deliver an address to the nation.   This information was confirmed by Femi Adesina, Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity, in a statement issued in Abuja on Monday.   This will mark the President's third live broadcast since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.   Broadcast stations are urged to connect to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority (NTA) and Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria (FRCN) for the broadcast.   President Buhari is expected to address the current lockdown imposed on the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Lagos, and Ogun states, as some state governors have advocated for interstate movement restrictions to curb the spread of the virus.   The four-week lockdown, implemented in two ph...
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Transforming Challenges into Opportunities: The Startup Journey of Nigerian Entrepreneur Kator Hule
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Transforming Challenges into Opportunities: The Startup Journey of Nigerian Entrepreneur Kator Hule

Kator Hule's journey into entrepreneurship began at a young age, selling and later becoming a professional photographer in Lessel, Benue State, Nigeria. After moving to Abuja, he faced financial hardships but turned his life around in 2013 by participating in the Building Entrepreneurs Today 3 (BET3) program sponsored by Diamond Bank Plc and an international competition, despite lacking collateral or credit history.   Recognizing the challenges of economic participation faced by many in Nigeria, Kator founded KATOR HULE ENTERPRISES (K.H.E) in 2012, offering financial services and goat farming through the FIGI platform. With over 8 years of operation, the company has provided loans to over 2,000 businesses, impacted more than 100,000 people, and created 55,000 jobs, particularl...
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The Inspirational Journey of Nigerian Entrepreneur Kator Hule
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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The Inspirational Journey of Nigerian Entrepreneur Kator Hule

Entrepreneurship often emerges unexpectedly. For Kator Hule, it began at a young age, selling and later becoming a professional photographer in Lessel, Benue State, Nigeria. Yet, after graduating from university, he faced financial hardship when he relocated to Abuja, the nation’s capital. Despite these challenges, Kator's determination paved the way for his success.   Kator didn't have significant assets or credit history, but he embraced the mindset of possibility. In 2013, he was selected among the top 50 Small and Medium Scale Enterprises sponsored by Diamond Bank Plc's Building Entrepreneurs Today 3 (BET3) program. This marked a turning point in his journey, leading to further recognition in international competitions.     Identifying the economic struggles faced by young peop...
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NNPC petrol station in Lagos gutted by fire (video)
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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NNPC petrol station in Lagos gutted by fire (video)

The NNPC fuel station on College road, Ogba in Lagos state, is currently engulfed in flames. Some nearby houses are reportedly affected, and the cause of the fire is not yet known. You can watch a video of the scene below: View this post on Instagram NNPC petrol station located on college road, Ogba in Lagos state, is currently on fire. . . Some houses nearby are said to have been affected by the fire. A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) on Apr 27, 2020 at 5:29am PDT
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Students in China Return to School with Unique Social Distancing Measures
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Students in China Return to School with Unique Social Distancing Measures

Normalcy is gradually returning to life in China following the COVID-19 outbreak.    As schools begin to reopen after a prolonged hiatus, one school in Hangzhou has implemented a creative approach to enforce social distancing – students are wearing DIY hats with 3-foot-long horizontal plumes.   Photos shared by Duke University professor, Eileen Chengyin Chow, depict first graders at Yangzheng Elementary School sitting in a classroom with desks organized in single rows.      The students in the photos are also seen wearing face masks and colorful headgear with extended plumes made from cardboard and, in one case, balloons. According to Chinese media outlet, The Paper, students at the school are permitted to wear the headgear as a reminder to maintain sufficient distance from one a...
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Two Chinese nationals arrested for illegal mining in Zamfara
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Two Chinese nationals arrested for illegal mining in Zamfara

The Zamfara State Police Command has arrested two Chinese nationals, Wang and Chu, for their alleged involvement in illegal gold mining at Nasarawa Burkullu village in Kwali, Bukkuyum Local Government Area (LGA). This comes after the Federal government's directive to halt all mining activities in the state was issued on April 7th. The arrests were made following a credible tip-off received by the police on April 19th, indicating the presence of individuals, including foreigners, engaged in illegal mining despite the government's ban. Two laborers were initially apprehended, later confirming the presence of Chinese and Burkinabe nationals involved in the illegal mining activities. The Commissioner of Police led a team to Nasarawa Burkullu village, where the two Chinese nationals were fou...
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<article> Report on COVID-19 fatalities in Kano state
27Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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The Kano state government has confirmed two additional deaths resulting from COVID-19 within the state.   According to the state Ministry of Health, this information was made available through its Twitter account. With these recent fatalities, the total number of COVID-19 related deaths in the state has reached three.
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