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We are in search of the COVID-19 patient that was whisked away from our Isolation center – Delta state Health Commissioner tells LIB
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We are in search of the COVID-19 patient that was whisked away from our Isolation center – Delta state Health Commissioner tells LIB

According to Dr. Mordi Ononye, the Commissioner for Health in Delta state, the state government is currently in search of the COVID-19 patient that was ''whisked away by seven men'' from the Federal Medical Center COVID19 patients Isolation center in Asaba on Monday, June 1,   The state Ministry of Health released a statement on Monday night, announcing that a 53-year-old Nurse, Michael Mordi, who tested positive for the virus, was whisked away from the center by some men. The Ministry noted that Mordi has been problematic since he was taken into the Isolation after he tested positive for the virus on May 24.   When contacted, the patient confirmed he has left the Isolation center but claimed that he left on the advice of the medical doctors at the center and ex...
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Issues Over Guidelines Lead to Possible Continued Closure of Churches and Mosques in Lagos, Says State Government
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Issues Over Guidelines Lead to Possible Continued Closure of Churches and Mosques in Lagos, Says State Government

Religious worshipers in Lagos state may face continued closure of churches and mosques, as disagreements persist between the state government and religious leaders over the protocols and guidelines for reopening.   On Monday, June 1, the Presidential Taskforce on COVID19 had announced the possible reopening of mosques and churches across the country, subject to agreements on guidelines and protocols with state governments.   However, the Lagos state government has indicated that the convergence of worshippers in their places of worship is unlikely, as religious leaders have ongoing disagreements regarding the issued guidelines.   Speaking at a press briefing marking the first year in office of the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, the state Commiss...
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Tragic Discovery: Boy’s Body Found in Suleja with Eyes Missing
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Tragic Discovery: Boy’s Body Found in Suleja with Eyes Missing

In a tragic discovery, the body of a missing boy was found in the back of a car with his eyes plucked out in Suleja, Niger state.   Emma, a 9-year-old boy who had been missing for two days, was found in the parked car on Monday morning, June 1.   The car where he was found is used by a driving school to teach people how to drive.      After the discovery, the police were called, and Emma's body was evacuated and deposited in the Suleja morgue.   It was revealed that Emma's mother sells roasted corn close to the location where his body was found.  
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Tragic Discovery: Young Boy’s Body Found in Suleja with Eyes Removed
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Tragic Discovery: Young Boy’s Body Found in Suleja with Eyes Removed

The lifeless body of a young boy, identified as Emma, was discovered in the back of a parked car in Suleja, Niger state. His eyes had been gruesomely plucked out.   Emma, aged 9, had gone missing for two days prior to the tragic discovery on Monday, June 1.   The car where his body was found is reportedly utilized by a driving school for teaching purposes.     Following the discovery of his body in the car, the police were called to the scene. Emma's body was then removed and taken to the Suleja morgue.   It was revealed that Emma's mother sells roasted corn close to the area where her son's body was tragically found.  
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Former Dangote Company Secretary, Chioma Madubuko, Passes Away After Battle with Multiple Sclerosis
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Former Dangote Company Secretary, Chioma Madubuko, Passes Away After Battle with Multiple Sclerosis

Chioma Madubuko, a prominent figure in Lagos social circles and the former Secretary of Dangote Group, has passed away at the age of 68.   She succumbed to multiple sclerosis on Monday, June 1, at Reddington Hospital in Lagos after a prolonged two-year battle with the illness.   In January 2020, Madubuko resigned from her position at Dangote Company, where she had dedicated over 12 years of service.     She was an alumna of the University of Ife, now known as Obafemi Awolowo University, where she also earned a Master’s Degree in Business Administration.   With over 35 years of experience, Madubuko's career spanned legal practice, banking, manufacturing, and real estate.   Before her tenure at Dangote Group, she held positions as the secretary of NASCON Allied Industries Plc, Lead B...
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Robert Johnson, founder of BET, calls for $14 trillion payment to black people in the US for reparations
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Robert Johnson, founder of BET, calls for $14 trillion payment to black people in the US for reparations

Amid the ongoing protests in the US over the death of George Floyd, Robert Johnson, the founder of Black Entertainment Television (BET), has suggested that the US government should pay up to 14 trillion dollars in reparations to black people for slavery.   Johnson, 74, advocated in an interview with CNBC for the US government to allocate $14 trillion for reparations in order to address the 'systemic racial inequality' stemming from the country's history of slavery.      'Now is the time to go big. Short answers to long horrific questions about the stain of slavery are not going to solve the inequality problem,' Johnson stated on CNBC.   Johnson stressed the necessity of 'wealth transfer' and highlighted the impact of historical injustices, stating, 'Think about this. Since 200-plus...
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Reps approve Buhari’s $22.7 billion loan request
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Reps approve Buhari’s $22.7 billion loan request

The $22.7 billion loan request put forth by President Muhammadu Buhari has been given the green light by the House of Representatives. The lawmakers approved the request after reviewing a report by the house committee on aids, loans, and debt management on Tuesday June 2nd. Despite initial opposition from some lawmakers, especially those of the south-east caucus, due to the omission of projects in the region from the loan financing, the request was eventually endorsed. President Buhari emphasized that the loan would be utilized to support infrastructural development across the nation. It's worth noting that the Senate had previously sanctioned the loan request in March 2020. As of September 30, 2019, Nigeria's debt profile stood at ₦26.2 trillion. The country's total domestic debts amou...
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Dano Milky Cheers: Celebrating the Goodness of Milk
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Dano Milky Cheers: Celebrating the Goodness of Milk

Dano commemorated World Milk Day's 20th anniversary on June 1st, continuing its efforts to promote the significance of milk in a healthy diet, despite the ongoing global challenges posed by the Coronavirus pandemic. The pandemic has led to restrictions on movement and event gatherings, disrupting the typical annual June 1st celebrations associated with the Dano Milk Brand, such as the "9ja Milk Fest" in 2019 and the "Nourish Naija" event in 2018. However, amidst these unique circumstances, the brand chose to mark the 20th anniversary of World Milk Day by celebrating milk and instilling hope for better days ahead. The celebration this year involved encouraging consumers to join in by sharing a picture of themselves raising a glass of milk with the #DanoMilkyCheers hashtag, symbolicall...
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It’s safer to worship at home – FG
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It’s safer to worship at home – FG

The Federal Government has clarified its position on the lifting of the ban on religious gatherings, stating that it is safer for people to worship at home despite the relaxation of the ban. Sani Aliyu, the national coordinator of the presidential task force on COVID-19, emphasized the potential for the easy spread of the virus in religious centers due to the nature of worship across the country. He also urged state authorities to prohibit non-compliant churches or mosques from operating and emphasized that worshiping at home is preferable to going to a place of worship. The government's decision to reopen worship centers comes with specific guidelines, but individuals are encouraged to opt for home worship if possible.
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Amid AfDB Crisis, Akinwumi Adesina Meets Buhari (See Photos)
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Amid AfDB Crisis, Akinwumi Adesina Meets Buhari (See Photos)

At the presidential villa in Abuja, President Muhammadu Buhari met with the embattled President of the African Development Bank (AfDB), Akinwumi Adesina on Tuesday, June 2. The meeting comes in the midst of the crisis affecting the AfDB, following allegations of corruption against Adesina. It was earlier reported by LIB that the crisis revolves around the US' rejection of the exoneration of Adesina by the ethics committee of the AfDB. However, some African leaders, in response to the US Government's stance on the issue, have accused the North American country of undue interference.  Below are additional photos from the meeting:
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