Coronavirus pandemic likely to last two more years until 60% to 70% of the population has been infected – New report says
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Coronavirus pandemic likely to last two more years until 60% to 70% of the population has been infected – New report says

According to a new report, the Coronavirus pandemic is expected to persist until 60% to 70% of the population has been infected, possibly lasting until 2022. The virus's ability to spread from asymptomatic individuals makes it particularly challenging to control, and the United States, with a high number of cases and deaths, should prepare for the possibility of a second significant wave of infections in the fall and winter. Even in the best-case scenario, fatalities from the virus are anticipated to continue. The report was compiled by a team of long-standing pandemic experts including Mike Osterholm, who directs the Center for Infectious Disease Research and Policy (CIDRAP) at the University of Minnesota, and Harvard School of Public Health epidemiologist Marc Lipsitch. They cautioned ...
An alleged kidnapper claims he murdered a Kaduna seminarian because the victim preached about Jesus
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An alleged kidnapper claims he murdered a Kaduna seminarian because the victim preached about Jesus

The leader of a kidnap gang, known as Mustapha Mohammed aka Mairutuwa, has given a reason for killing Catholic seminarian, Michael Nnadi, from the Good Shepherd Major Seminary in Kaduna state. The incident occurred in January 2020, despite receiving a ransom from the seminary school.   On January 9, armed men abducted four seminarians, killing one and releasing the others on January 31 after obtaining a ransom. The body of the fourth seminarian, 18-year-old Michael Nnadi, was discovered in a bush on February 2nd and he was laid to rest on February 11th.   In an interview with The Sun, Mustapha claimed that from the day Nnadi was abducted, he continued to preach the gospel of Jesus to him and urged him to change his ways. He expressed dissatisfaction with Nnadi's confidence and decisi...
Reasons Behind the Killing of the Kaduna Seminarian
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Reasons Behind the Killing of the Kaduna Seminarian

Mustapha Mohammed, also known as Mairutuwa, the leader of the kidnapping gang responsible for the murder of Catholic seminarian Michael Nnadi from the Good Shepherd Major Seminary in Kaduna state in January 2020, has provided an explanation for his actions. He revealed why he killed Nnadi despite receiving a ransom from the seminary school.   On January 9, armed men abducted four seminarians from the Catholic seminary, killed one of them, and released the remaining three on January 31 after receiving ransom. The body of the fourth seminarian, 18-year-old Micheal Nnadi, was discovered in a bush on February 2nd and buried on February 11th.   In an interview with The Sun, Mustapha disclosed that Nnadi had persistently preached the gospel of Jesus to him since the day of his abduction, u...
Combatting the COVID-19 ‘Infodemic’ with a New Public Health Campaign
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Combatting the COVID-19 ‘Infodemic’ with a New Public Health Campaign

In response to the significant global media attention on the spread of COVID-19 and what the World Health Organisation (WHO) has termed an ‘Infodemic’, a new public health campaign has been launched by hygiene brand Dettol. This initiative is aimed at evaluating claims related to COVID-19, correcting misinformation, challenging misperceptions, and debunking common myths.   The newly developed website, www.covid-19facts.com, serves as an educational resource providing authoritative and science-based information on topics such as virus transmission, misinformation about cures, and methods for mitigation and protection.   Highlighting the clear need to inform the public about the virus and the resulting ‘Infodemic’, a poll commissioned by Dettol revealed that 93 percent of people are co...
‘Football disgusted me’ – Former Germany player, Chinedu Ede reveals after retiring from football to focus on music
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‘Football disgusted me’ – Former Germany player, Chinedu Ede reveals after retiring from football to focus on music

Chinedu Ede, a former Germany player of Nigerian descent, has disclosed that he played football while on drugs and developed a disdain for the sport. At 33 years old, Ede, who was once a teammate of Germany stars Manuel Neuer, Mesut Ozil, and Mats Hummels, represented Germany at every youth level from U-17 to U-21 but never earned a call-up to the senior team. Edu, born in Berlin, commenced his career at Hertha and later played for Duisberg, Union Berlin, Mainz, and Kaiserslautern. He then became a journeyman, plying his trade for Cypriot side Anorthosis Famagusta, Holland's FC Twente, and Bangkok United, before returning to Berlin with lower division club VSG Altglienicke. Having officially retired from football, Edu has tran...
‘Football disgusted me’ – Chinedu Ede, Former German Player, Reveals as He Retires from Football to Focus on Music
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‘Football disgusted me’ – Chinedu Ede, Former German Player, Reveals as He Retires from Football to Focus on Music

Chinedu Ede, a former Germany player of Nigerian descent, has disclosed that he played football under the influence of drugs and developed a strong dislike for the sport.   The 33-year-old Ede, who was previously a teammate of Germany stars Manuel Neuer, Mesut Ozil, and Mats Hummels, had represented Germany at various youth levels from U-17 to U-21 but never made it to the senior team.     Ede, a native of Berlin, began his career at Hertha and went on to play for Duisberg, Union Berlin, Mainz, and Kaiserslautern.     He later moved to play for Cypriot side Anorthosis Famagusta, FC Twente in Holland, and Bangkok United, before returning to Berlin with lower division club VSG Altglienicke.   Ede, who has now officially retired from football and venture...
The first COVID-19 case is confirmed in Comoros while Lesotho remains the only African country without Coronavirus
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The first COVID-19 case is confirmed in Comoros while Lesotho remains the only African country without Coronavirus

Comoros has reported its first confirmed case of COVID-19, while Lesotho remains the only African country without Covid-19.   On Thursday evening, President Azali Assoumani declared, "On this day of April 30, 2020, the government declares the first case of COVID-19 on the Comoros."   The confirmed case involves a man in his 50s who had contact with a French-Comorian national that recently traveled to France.   Assoumani assured, "The patient's medical condition is gradually improving," and added that the patient's contacts were being traced.   Borders are currently closed in Comoros, and a curfew from 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. is in effect. President Assoumani mentioned that a full lockdown has not been imposed yet because a significant part of the population earns a living through informa...
Nasarawa lawmaker, Adamu Suleiman is dead
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Nasarawa lawmaker, Adamu Suleiman is dead

The late hours of Thursday April 30 saw the passing of Adamu Suleiman, a lawmaker representing the Nasarawa Central constituency at the Nasarawa State House of Assembly, after a brief illness. His tragic demise was confirmed by Mohammed Okpoku, the member representing Udege/Loko constituency of Nasarawa State. Okpoku expressed his deep sorrow at the loss, stating, “I am very sad to announce the death of my colleague, Hon Suleiman Adamu, who is from the same local government with me. His death is a painful loss to us and we will continue to pray for the repose of his soul."
Gernot Rohr’s Decision to Stay and Coach in Nigeria
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Gernot Rohr’s Decision to Stay and Coach in Nigeria

The head coach of the Super Eagles of Nigeria, Gernot Rohr, has agreed to the new contract offered by the Nigeria Football Federation (NFF). In this new contract, NFF president Amaju Pinnick disclosed that three clauses were included, which required Rohr to reside in Nigeria, observe the Nigerian Professional Football League (NPFL) to identify local talent, and receive his salary in Nigerian Naira. Pinnick also mentioned that other coaches were in touch with him in case Rohr declined the contract. Rohr, a Franco-German coach, has confirmed his acceptance of the contract clauses, expressing willingness to live in Nigeria and be paid in Naira. He also stated his readiness to reduce his salary to support the Federation amidst the economic challenges of the Covid-19 pan...
Two lorries transporting passengers hidden with livestock from Kano to Kaduna is intercepted by security officials
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Two lorries transporting passengers hidden with livestock from Kano to Kaduna is intercepted by security officials

The interception of two lorries carrying passengers concealed among livestock from Kano to Kaduna has been reported. The vehicles managed to bypass initial security checks at the Kaduna-Kano border before being discovered by security officials. According to Samuel Aruwan, the Kaduna State Commissioner for Internal Security and Home Affairs, the lorries had progressed to Gwargwaji in Zaria LGA before being apprehended within the same local government. The passengers were found hidden behind various goods, motorcycles, and animals. In compliance with the ban on inter-state travel imposed by the Kaduna State Government, the intercepted vehicles were turned back. Security operatives are actively enforcing the travel directives at all entry points to prevent the spread of Coronavirus in Nige...