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Discover the Stars with Access the Stars – Every Weekend
24Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Discover the Stars with Access the Stars – Every Weekend

Nigeria has always been at the forefront of producing unique sounds and lyrical melodies in the African entertainment scene. This has created a music haven for Nigerians, but there are still numerous untapped talents waiting to be discovered. To address this, two major Nigerian brands, Access Bank and Star Lager Beer, have joined forces to discover, engage, and empower young music talents through the Access The Stars reality TV show.   Regional auditions were held in Abeokuta, Lagos, Abuja, Calabar, Onitsha, and Owerri, attracting thousands of hopefuls from different regions vying for stardom. Twelve regional finalists and an additional finalist from an online competition will compete for the grand prize of 150 million Naira in cash and...
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President Buhari Tests Negative for Coronavirus, While His Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, Tests Positive
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President Buhari Tests Negative for Coronavirus, While His Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, Tests Positive

Reports indicate that President Buhari has tested negative for Coronavirus, while his Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari, has allegedly tested positive for the virus.   According to Thisday, sources from the presidency confirm that the president's test was conducted in response to Mr. Abba Kyari testing positive on Monday. Kyari had recently traveled to Germany on Saturday, March 7th to engage with Siemens officials in Munich regarding the Nigerian electricity expansion program. He returned exactly one week later on Saturday, March 14th, showing no symptoms.   He attended a meeting on containing the COVID-19 pandemic in Nigeria all through Sunday, March 22nd, where he reportedly began to cough. Consequently, he voluntarily underwent testing and rece...
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Person from Yunnan Province Dies After Testing Positive for Hantavirus
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Person from Yunnan Province Dies After Testing Positive for Hantavirus

Amidst the global battle against the novel coronavirus, news has emerged that a man in Yunnan province, China, has passed away after testing positive for Hantavirus. The individual died while on a chartered bus en route to Shandong Province for work, as reported by China’s Global Times.   A total of 32 other individuals who were on the same bus have undergone testing, according to the report.     Following this news, Hantavirus has become a trending topic on social media platforms, with concerns arising that it could potentially evolve into another pandemic akin to COVID-19.   Contrary to these fears, it has been clarified that Hantavirus is not a new virus and is not airborne, unlike the coronavirus.   Hantavirus is contracted when individuals come into contact with rodents that ar...
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Report: Hantavirus-Positive Death in Yunnan Province Sparks concern on Twitter
24Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Report: Hantavirus-Positive Death in Yunnan Province Sparks concern on Twitter

Amid the global battle against the coronavirus, a man has reportedly succumbed to Hantavirus in Yunnan province, China, after testing positive. The man's demise occurred while he was returning to Shandong Province for work on a chartered bus, as per China’s Global Times.   32 other individuals who were on the bus with him have undergone testing, the report added.     Following his passing, Hantavirus surfaced as a trending topic on social media. There was widespread concern that it could lead to another pandemic, akin to COVID-19. However, reports state that Hantavirus is not a novel virus and is not airborne, in contrast to coronavirus.   Hantavirus is contracted through contact with rodents carrying the virus.   "Rodent infestation in and around the home po...
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Nigerians respect fear more than religion – Simi speaks against the current coronavirus strategy
24Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Nigerians respect fear more than religion – Simi speaks against the current coronavirus strategy

The current approach to combating the spread of coronavirus in Nigeria has elicited a reaction from Simi. The music star noted that Nigerians respect fear more than religion and suggested a change in strategy to effectively address the situation. She emphasized the need for immediate shutdown of all activities and urged religious leaders to act responsibly by advising their followers to stay home. Simi also highlighted the importance of prioritizing life over less significant matters. She stressed the need for self-governance and collective responsibility in dealing with the crisis.
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UEFA Postpones Champions League and Europa League Finals
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UEFA Postpones Champions League and Europa League Finals

The men's and women's Champions League finals and the Europa League final have officially been postponed by UEFA, and there are considerations to potentially abandon them due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.   All three finals, originally set to take place in May, were scheduled to be played in Turkey's Istanbul and Gdansk in Poland. However, no new dates have been discussed following UEFA's decision to postpone them, previously providing provisional dates of June 24 and 27.   Discussions have also revolved around the possibility of abandoning the finals altogether at the meeting of the European Clubs’ Association.   According to the Mirror, the postponement indicates a lack of certainty regarding when football will resume, and there is acknowle...
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"Junior pulled a gun on me" Girlfriend who was beaten up in viral video explains why she didn't escape during the assault
24Mar By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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"Junior pulled a gun on me" Girlfriend who was beaten up in viral video explains why she didn't escape during the assault

The girlfriend who became a victim of domestic violence in a widely circulated video has finally spoken up about the assault and why she did not attempt to escape. In an earlier development, the identities of the perpetrator and his associates were revealed. The victim has been identified as Dooshima Ella Terwase. Ella recounted the events leading up to the assault, stating that her boyfriend, Moses Chiutar, also known as Junior, coerced her to visit him to discuss her alleged pregnancy. Despite initially refusing, she eventually went to see him at his request and was confronted by Junior and his friends. Once inside, Junior reportedly brandished a gun and physically assaulted her in the presence of his friends. Following the assault, the victim was scared to return home to her widowed ...
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Girlfriend Recounts Being Threatened with a Gun by “Junior” and Why She Didn’t Escape During Assault
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Girlfriend Recounts Being Threatened with a Gun by “Junior” and Why She Didn’t Escape During Assault

The girlfriend involved in a viral video where she was physically assaulted by her boyfriend has spoken out about the incident. She provided details about the assault and explained the reason behind not fleeing during the attack.   In a previous post, the boyfriend and his friends were identified (read here).   The victim, named Dooshima Ella Terwase, has been officially named.   Ella disclosed that Moses Chiutar, also known as Junior, a 100 level student, returned home from Caritas University Enugu on Wednesday night, 18th March 2020, and requested to meet her to discuss her pregnancy with his child.   She mentioned that she had exams to take, so she initially declined his offer. However, Junior's friend, Precious Blessing, also known as Preshy Ibile, convinced her to visit Junior. ...
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COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating – WHO chief, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns as cases pass 300,000
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COVID-19 pandemic is accelerating – WHO chief, Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus warns as cases pass 300,000

The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has issued a warning that the COVID-19 pandemic is rapidly gaining pace as the number of cases surpasses 300,000. The WHO chief made this statement during a news conference in Geneva on Monday, March 23rd, emphasizing that nearly all countries across the globe have reported instances of the viral disease. According to Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, the confirmation of the first 100,000 cases took 67 days, the next 100,000 cases were confirmed in 11 days, and shockingly, merely four days were required to affirm the third 100,000 cases. He expressed his sorrow over the grim reality, stating, "More than 300,000 cases of COVID-19 have now been reported to WHO from almost every country in the world. That is ...
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Nigerian couple dance into their wedding reception with no guest amid increased cases of coronavirus (video)
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Nigerian couple dance into their wedding reception with no guest amid increased cases of coronavirus (video)

The video shows a Nigerian couple dancing into their wedding reception without any guests, despite a ban on public gatherings in some Nigerian states due to the rising number of coronavirus cases. The couple, whose identity remains unknown, was seen dancing to Burna Boy's "Angelina." The Instagram post, shared by Lindaikejiblog, captures the moment.
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