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376 American nationals successfully evacuated from Nigeria to Washington DC

7Apr

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376 American nationals successfully evacuated from Nigeria to Washington DC

After being stranded at the Lagos International Airport, American nationals have finally been evacuated from Nigeria. A chartered Ethiopian Airlines flight carrying 376 US citizens departed from Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos, for Washington Dulles international Airport on Monday, April 6, 2020. The US consulate in Nigeria confirmed that the chartered flight departed at 5:25pm Nigerian time. The consulate stated that this is the first in a series of repatriation flights for American citizens out of Lagos, with more flights scheduled to depart within the next few days. These evacuations come after reports that American nationals faced delays and were left stranded at the Murtala Mohammed Interna...

Policewoman’s Facebook Banter Reveals Concerns about Coronavirus

7Apr

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Policewoman’s Facebook Banter Reveals Concerns about Coronavirus

A Nigerian policewoman shared her perspective on the impact of Coronavirus on security operatives during a Facebook interaction. The policewoman, responding to a query about why she was at home, indicated that "Coronavirus does not know a police officer" and suggested a lack of access to protective equipment against the disease. Below is the exchange:

Insights from a Policewoman on “Quarantine” Highlights the Impact of Coronavirus

7Apr

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Insights from a Policewoman on “Quarantine” Highlights the Impact of Coronavirus

Sharing her perspective on the impact of Coronavirus on security personnel, a Nigerian policewoman had an engaging exchange with a follower on Facebook. When questioned about being at home after posting a photo on the social media platform, she responded by saying that "Coronavirus does not recognize a police officer." She hinted at the lack of access to protective gear against the lethal virus. View the conversation below;

US rapper Fred The Godson tests positive for Coronavirus

7Apr

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US rapper Fred The Godson tests positive for Coronavirus

US rapper Fred The Godson has confirmed that he has tested positive for COVID-19. The 35-year-old Bronx rapper shared a photo from the hospital, appearing with an oxygen mask, announcing the news on his social media accounts. He urged his followers to keep him in their prayers. You can view his original post on Instagram [here](https://www.instagram.com/p/B-puaempK0f/?utm_source=ig_embed&utm_campaign=loading).

NCDC DG, Chikwe Ihekweazu, Reveals Why He Doesn’t Wear Face Masks

7Apr

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NCDC DG, Chikwe Ihekweazu, Reveals Why He Doesn’t Wear Face Masks

During joint briefings, Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, the Director General of Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), explained the reason for not wearing face masks like other members of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19. According to Chikwe, face masks should be reserved for those infected or the frontline medical personnel treating suspected or confirmed COVID-19 cases. He also revealed that the country is yet to develop a policy for the general wearing of face masks. He emphasized the need for a comprehensive strategy before implementing a national policy on mask-wearing, stressing the importance of ensuring access to masks and conducting a risk assessment based on emerging evidence. Dr. Chikwe also shared that the NCDC is in the process of finalizing the face mask policy...

Why I Don’t Wear Face Masks – Chikwe Ihekweazu, DG of NCDC

7Apr

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Why I Don’t Wear Face Masks – Chikwe Ihekweazu, DG of NCDC

The rationale behind the decision of Dr. Chikwe Ihekweazu, the Director General of Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), to not wear face masks, was revealed during joint briefings with the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19. Dr. Chikwe explained that face masks should be reserved for those infected, or for medical frontline personnel attending to suspected cases or treating COVID-19 patients. He also disclosed that the country is yet to formulate a policy for wearing face masks. Addressing the issue, he stated; “This is a strategy we need to consider before implementation. Before we implement a national strategy around mask-wearing, we have to ensure that we can provide it or at least enable access to it. We will conduct a risk assessment and make a decision ba...

Scammers Dress as Doctors and Set Up Fake Coronavirus Testing Sites, Charging $240 and Stealing DNA

7Apr

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Scammers Dress as Doctors and Set Up Fake Coronavirus Testing Sites, Charging $240 and Stealing DNA

Authorities in Kentucky caution against deceptive COVID-19 testing sites which promise quick results for cash while actually stealing people's DNA and personal information. A self-proclaimed medical marketing company established makeshift testing sites outside churches in Louisville, where workers in hazmat gear charged $240 per test and stole people's DNA and personal information. In Louisville, scammers in doctor attire offered fake coronavirus tests in exchange for $240 in a convenience store parking lot, also gathering credit card information and social security numbers to commit identity theft. According to the NYT, the scammers managed to deceive 100 people before fleeing. Metro Council President David James and Louisville advocates have been pursuing the individuals b...

Overwhelming Number of Nigerians Abroad Registering for Evacuation due to COVID-19 – Diaspora Commission Reports

7Apr

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Overwhelming Number of Nigerians Abroad Registering for Evacuation due to COVID-19 – Diaspora Commission Reports

The Nigerians in Diaspora Commission NIDCOM has noted that a large number of Nigerians residing in the United Kingdom, United States, China, and West Africa have been enrolling with the Nigerian missions for evacuation to Nigeria in the wake of the global Coronavirus pandemic. Last week, the Federal government announced that all Nigerian Embassies have been directed to compile the names of Nigerians interested in being evacuated to Nigeria. The directive outlined that those who wish to be evacuated must be willing to cover their flight costs and adhere to a mandatory 14-day isolation period upon arrival in Nigeria. Speaking to Punch, the spokesperson of NIDCOM, Abdul-Rahman Balogun, stated that numerous Nigerians have been sending inquiries on the evacuation process. “Nigerian...

According to the Diaspora Commission, an overwhelming number of Nigerians in China, US, and UK are seeking evacuation

7Apr

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According to the Diaspora Commission, an overwhelming number of Nigerians in China, US, and UK are seeking evacuation

Nigerians in Diaspora Commission NIDCOM has revealed that a significant number of Nigerians residing in the United Kingdom, United States, China, and West Africa have been registering with Nigerian missions for evacuation to Nigeria due to the global Coronavirus pandemic. Last week, the Federal government announced a directive to all Nigerian Embassies to compile the names of Nigerians willing to be evacuated to Nigeria. As per the directive, those being evacuated must cover their flight expenses and commit to a 14-day mandatory isolation upon arrival in Nigeria. In an interview with Punch, NIDCOM's spokesperson, Abdul-Rahman Balogun, explained that many Nigerians have been inquiring about the evacuation process. “Nigerians are responding overwhelmingly from China, UK, US and ...

Anticipated Suspect Rearrested in Taraba After 27 More Children Rescued

7Apr

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Anticipated Suspect Rearrested in Taraba After 27 More Children Rescued

An additional 27 children have been rescued from Mary Yakubu, a suspected child trafficker who was previously arrested in connection with the abduction of 33 children, according to the Taraba State Police command. David Misal, the state's police spokesperson, informed the media that a total of 60 children have now been rescued from the woman, who has been arrested three times. The latest rescue took place on Sunday at Tashan Takalma community in Gassol Local Government Area of the state. The group comprised 14 males and 13 females. Yakubu is currently undergoing trial, while the recently rescued children have been placed in the care of the State Ministry of Women Affairs. Mary was initially arrested on February 26 in Bali while she was making arrangements to transport some children ...