Kano State Commissioner for Information Attributes Rising Deaths to Malaria and Other Illnesses
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Kano State Commissioner for Information Attributes Rising Deaths to Malaria and Other Illnesses

In Kano state, Muhammad Garba, the Commissioner for Information, has stated that the increasing number of deaths in the state is primarily due to "complications arising from hypertension, diabetes, meningitis and acute malaria."   This information was revealed in a statement by Garba, which mentioned that although the investigation into the cause of the deaths is ongoing, initial reports from the state Ministry of Health have indicated that the deaths are unrelated to the COVID-19 pandemic. It was reported that many of the deaths were caused by complications arising from hypertension, diabetes, meningitis, and acute malaria. Furthermore, the statement highlighted the state government's efforts in addressing the situation, with the establishment of three modern Isolation Centre...
Diamond Platnumz Breaks Silence on His Recent Breakup with Tanasha Donna
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Diamond Platnumz Breaks Silence on His Recent Breakup with Tanasha Donna

Diamond Platnumz has finally addressed his relationship with his ex-fiancee and baby mama, Tanasha Donna, which came to an end recently. In an interview on Wasafi FM, the Tanzanian music star expressed his desire to marry the Kenyan media personality and how setting his mind on her. Diamond revealed his intentions, stating, "I wanted to marry Tanasha a hundred percent, one million percent. But maybe God has a plan, there are things why we didn’t get to the same page." He further clarified, "To be honest Tanasha and I are not together. There were things that were out of our ability so we decided to give each other space. We agreed as civilized people and it is not about me being caught cheating. That has never happened." "That was one of the relatio...
Diamond Plantnumz Speaks Up About His Breakup for the First Time, Reveals Desire to Marry Tanasha Donna
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Diamond Plantnumz Speaks Up About His Breakup for the First Time, Reveals Desire to Marry Tanasha Donna

Diamond Platnumz has broken his silence on his recent breakup with his ex-fiancee, Tanasha Donna. The Tanzanian music star spoke about his desire to marry the Kenyan media personality, stating that he was very settled and committed to her. Diamond expressed his intentions, saying, "I wanted to marry Tanasha a hundred percent, one million percent. But maybe God has a plan, there are things why we didn’t get to the same page." "To be honest Tanasha and I are not together. There were things that were out of our ability so we decided to give each other space. We agreed as civilized people and it is not about me being caught cheating. That has never happened. “That was one of the relationships that I was very calm. When I me...
Three patients abscond in Kano after testing positive for Coronavirus
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Three patients abscond in Kano after testing positive for Coronavirus

Reportedly, three individuals who were found to be positive for Coronavirus in Kano state have fled from their known locations.   Tijjani Hussaini, the Kano State coordinator of the technical response team on COVID-19, informed Premium Times that his team is collaborating with security agencies to locate the patients who absconded from their residences and turned off their phones.   Upon apprehension, the patients will be relocated to the designated isolation center, according to Hussaini.   “Out of the 77 confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Kano, we are yet to trace three individuals because they have changed their places of residence and switched off their phones. However, we have enlisted the help of security personnel to locate them and take necessary action."   The Kano official al...
Nigeria's House of Representatives to resume plenary on Tuesday
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Nigeria's House of Representatives to resume plenary on Tuesday

The House of Representatives of Nigeria will reconvene for plenary session on Tuesday, April 28 at 10 am. The directive to resume session was issued in a statement signed by Patrick Giwa, the Clerk to the House of Representatives. The statement also mentioned the COVID-19 guidelines approved by the Federal Government and the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), along with additional guidelines developed by the House, which will be provided to the members upon resumption. Additionally, staff and members' aides are to work from home and will only come to the office when required for special assignments. Senator Ajibola Basiru, representing Osun Central, announced a similar resumption for the Senate via his official Twitter handle. The Senate is also set to resume plenary on Tuesday, ...
IDPs in Niger raise alarm over strange aircraft, seek help – Daily Times Nigeria (DTN) Top four Stories
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IDPs in Niger raise alarm over strange aircraft, seek help – Daily Times Nigeria (DTN) Top four Stories

The alarming situation of IDPs in Niger regarding a mysterious aircraft and their plea for assistance has been reported as one of the top four stories by the Daily Times Nigeria (DTN). The article features an image related to the concerning issue. The IDPs in Niger have raised an alarm concerning an unusual aircraft and have requested for assistance. In addition to the IDP's distress, the top four stories also include: two COVID-19 patients fleeing in Borno as declared by the commissioner, the arrest of 288 suspects at worship centers, strip clubs, and parties in Lagos by the police, and the takeover of Asaba streets by angry traders due to the lockdown. The report sheds light on the various challenges faced by the community, reflecting the ongoing issues within the region.
NHS issues urgent alert as children are being admitted to intensive care with a new Coronavirus-related 'inflammatory syndrome' (photo)
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NHS issues urgent alert as children are being admitted to intensive care with a new Coronavirus-related 'inflammatory syndrome' (photo)

The National Health Service (NHS) has issued an urgent alert about an increase in children being admitted to intensive care with a Coronavirus-related condition. GPs have received an alert from health chiefs expressing concern about the emergence of a COVID-19 related inflammatory syndrome in children. This syndrome has led to a rise in the number of children with a multi-system inflammatory state requiring intensive care across London and other regions of the UK. NHS doctors have noticed that children with this syndrome commonly experience stomach pain and gastrointestinal symptoms such as vomiting and diarrhea. Even though some children have tested negative for the Coronavirus, the mysterious condition exhibits overlapping features of toxic shock syndrome and atypical Kawasaki disease....
The NHS has released an urgent alert due to the increase of children being admitted to intensive care with a new Coronavirus-related ‘inflammatory syndrome’ (photo)
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The NHS has released an urgent alert due to the increase of children being admitted to intensive care with a new Coronavirus-related ‘inflammatory syndrome’ (photo)

The National Health Service (NHS) has issued an urgent alert regarding a surge in the number of children being admitted to intensive care with a Coronavirus-related condition.    An alert has been sent to GPs, in which health authorities expressed growing concern about the emergence of a COVID-19-related inflammatory syndrome in children in the UK.   In the alert, it was stated: 'Over the last three weeks, there has been an apparent rise in the number of children of all ages presenting with a multi-system inflammatory state requiring intensive care across London and also in other regions of the UK.'    According to NHS doctors, children with the COVID-19-related inflammatory syndrome commonly exhibit stomach pain and 'gastrointestinal symptoms', such as vomiting and d...
There is nothing to suggest mysterious deaths in Kano are linked to COVID-19 – Gov Umar Ganduje
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There is nothing to suggest mysterious deaths in Kano are linked to COVID-19 – Gov Umar Ganduje

Kano state Governor Umar Ganduje has stated that there is no evidence to suggest that the recent mysterious deaths in the state are linked to COVID-19. There have been unconfirmed reports of over 640 deaths in the state within the past week, alongside complaints from morgue operators about the overwhelming number of bodies for burial. However, Governor Ganduje emphasized that there is currently no indication that these deaths are connected to the novel coronavirus. Autopsies are being conducted to determine the cause of the surge in deaths. In a series of tweets, Governor Ganduje reassured the public about ongoing investigations into the mysterious deaths. He praised the efforts of the State Ministry of Health in battling the pandemic and mentioned plans to establish an additional COVID...