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List of 12 Nigerian States with No Reported COVID-19 Cases
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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List of 12 Nigerian States with No Reported COVID-19 Cases

 25 states in Nigeria now have confirmed cases of the novel Coronavirus.   As of Tuesday night, April 22, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported 782 confirmed COVID-19 cases. In addition, there have been 197 recoveries and 25 deaths so far.   The NCDC provided a breakdown of affected states and their respective case numbers;              “As at 11:25 pm 21st April, breakdown of cases by states: Lagos-430, FCT-118, Kano-73, Osun-20, Ogun-20, Oyo-16, Katsina-16, Edo-15, Kwara-9, Kaduna-9, Akwa Ibom-9, Borno-9, Bauchi-8, Gombe-5, Delta-4, Ekiti-4, Ondo-3, Rivers-3, Jigawa-2, Enugu-2, Niger-2, Abia-2, Benue-1, Anambra-1 and Sokoto-1.” The NCDC tweeted.           Based on the NCDC's disclosure, the following states have not reported any Covid-19 cases; 1. Adamawa 2. Ba...
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Discover the 12 states in Nigeria without any reported COVID-19 cases
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Discover the 12 states in Nigeria without any reported COVID-19 cases

 25 states in Nigeria are now confirmed to have cases of the novel Coronavirus.   As of Tuesday night, April 22, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control reported 782 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the country. There have been 197 recoveries and 25 deaths so far.   The NCDC provided a breakdown of the states affected by Coronavirus and their respective numbers;              “As at 11:25 pm 21st April, breakdown of cases by states: Lagos-430, FCT-118, Kano-73, Osun-20, Ogun-20, Oyo-16, Katsina-16, Edo-15, Kwara-9, Kaduna-9, Akwa Ibom-9, Borno-9, Bauchi-8, Gombe-5, Delta-4, Ekiti-4, Ondo-3, Rivers-3, Jigawa-2, Enugu-2, Niger-2, Abia-2, Benue-1, Anambra-1 and Sokoto-1.” The NCDC tweeted.           According to the NCDC, the following states have not reported any Covid-19 cases; 1. Adamawa 2....
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Exciting news for actor Joshua Jackson and wife Jodie Turner-Smith as they welcome their first child, a baby girl
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Exciting news for actor Joshua Jackson and wife Jodie Turner-Smith as they welcome their first child, a baby girl

Joshua Jackson, the Canadian-American actor, and his wife, model and actress Jodie Turner-Smith have joyfully welcomed their first child.   The couple’s baby girl arrived on 21 April 2020, after Jodie, the star of Queen & Slim, revealed their anticipation for a daughter.  A representative for Joshua confirmed the delightful news to Metro.co.uk, expressing: ‘Both mother and baby are happy and healthy.’  Jodie, aged 33, and Joshua, aged 41, were reportedly married in a discreet ceremony in  2019.  While neither of the actors have officially addressed the rumors surrounding their secret wedding, the actress emphasized in an interview: ‘People are assuming whatever they want, but when people tell me “Congratulations,” I say “Thank you.”’ 
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Buhari’s Urgent Plea to CJN Regarding Prison Decongestion Amid COVID-19 Crisis
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Buhari’s Urgent Plea to CJN Regarding Prison Decongestion Amid COVID-19 Crisis

Nigeria's President, Muhammadu Buhari, has urged Chief Justice of Nigeria, Justice Ibrahim Tanko Muhammad, to address the overcrowded and at-risk situation in Nigerian prisons, particularly concerning old, sick, and awaiting trial prisoners, amidst the ongoing threat of the Coronavirus.   In early measures taken this month, the Federal Government pardoned over 2,600 inmates as part of the initiative to reduce congestion in prison facilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. Nigeria's prison records indicate a total of about 74,127 prisoners, with 52,226 being Awaiting Trial Persons (ATPs). Decongesting the nation's prison system has been emphasized by Buhari as crucial, aligning with new United Nations guidelines related to the current pandemic. In a written communication to the Chief...
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You’ve made me feel better than a thousand men – Omoni Oboli's husband, Nnamdi, pens lovely birthday message to her as she clocks 42
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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You’ve made me feel better than a thousand men – Omoni Oboli's husband, Nnamdi, pens lovely birthday message to her as she clocks 42

Celebrating his wife's 42nd birthday, Nnamdi Oboli took to Instagram to share a heartfelt message. He expressed his deep affection for Omoni and praised her as a loving and kind-hearted woman. Nnamdi also thanked God for creating a home filled with love and happiness. The couple, who have three children together, have continued to inspire their followers with their enduring love.
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NYSC assures Corps Members of paying March, April allowances despite lockdown
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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NYSC assures Corps Members of paying March, April allowances despite lockdown

The National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) has affirmed its commitment to paying the allowances for March and April to Corps members, despite the suspension of the monthly clearance exercise due to the lockdown imposed as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic across several states in the country. The assurance was provided by the Director-General, Brigadier-General Shuaibu Ibrahim, through the Director of Public Affairs, Mrs. Adenike Adeyemi. He emphasized that the allowances for March and April will be disbursed to all Corps members without the need for the monthly clearance exercise. In a statement, Brigadier-General Shuaibu Ibrahim encouraged all Corps members to remain calm, observe safety precautions recommended by the National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), and stay informed throu...
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Coronavirus: New dad forced to watch the birth of his child on video call after social distancing rules stopped him from being at wife's bedside
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus: New dad forced to watch the birth of his child on video call after social distancing rules stopped him from being at wife's bedside

The birth of a child during the Coronavirus pandemic has brought about unique challenges for a couple. New dad, Marty Gandelman, 34, had to watch the birth of his first baby on a video calling app, Zoom, due to the coronavirus social distancing rules that prevented him from being at his wife’s bedside during labor. Marty and his wife, Stephanie, 34, shared the experience of Marty having to sit at home and watch as Stephanie delivered their son, Jake, in a hospital late last month in New Jersey, USA. Stephanie had always imagined her husband holding her hand at her bedside during the birth of their first child, but due to hospitals banning the presence of spouses and family members in delivery rooms, this could not happen as a result of the Coronavirus pandemic. Stephanie went into labo...
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A New Father’s Dilemma: Watching the Birth of His Child via Video Call
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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A New Father’s Dilemma: Watching the Birth of His Child via Video Call

Amid the Coronavirus pandemic, a couple has shared their experience of the birth of their child. Marty Gandelman, 34, had to anxiously witness the birth of his first baby on a video calling app due to the social distancing rules in place, which prevented him from being by his wife's bedside during labor. Marty and his wife Stephanie, 34, shared how he had to stay at home and watch as Stephanie delivered their son, Jake, in a hospital late last month in New Jersey, USA. Stephanie had always imagined Marty being by her side during the birth of their first child, but the hospitals' ban on spouses and family members being present in delivery rooms due to the Coronavirus pandemic shattered that dream. Upon being notified of the ban, Marty had to settle for watchin...
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Breaking News: Crackdown in Kano as 30 Footballers Arrested for Violating Lockdown Order
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Breaking News: Crackdown in Kano as 30 Footballers Arrested for Violating Lockdown Order

Defying the lockdown order issued by the state government during the Coronavirus outbreak has resulted in the arrest of 30 footballers in Kano.   Confirming the arrest, Abdullahi Haruna, the spokesperson for the State Police Command, stated that the lockdown violators were identified as participants in a football match at Dala Local Government Area (LGA) in violation of the lockdown and social distancing order.    The footballers, who were arrested on Monday, April 20, will face prosecution after the conclusion of the investigation.   
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The Federal Government Reacts To Double Payments In Covid-19 Palliatives
22Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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The Federal Government Reacts To Double Payments In Covid-19 Palliatives

In response to the ongoing Conditional Cash Transfer scheme in some states across the country, the Federal Government has spoken out on the controversy it has stirred.   Minister of Humanitarian Affairs and Disaster Management, Sadiya Farouq, addressed recent claims of two members from the same family receiving N20,000 each. She stated that it would be highly improbable for such a scenario to occur.   During a briefing at the Presidential Task Force on COVID-19 on April 21, Sadiya emphasized that it is not possible for members of the same family to receive money more than once.   The Minister explained,   “This is near impossible because the process involved is a very tedious process, where all critical stakeholders in the community are involved. “The community leaders and the fait...
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