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Emir of Rano dies after being hospitalized

2May

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Emir of Rano dies after being hospitalized

The Emir of Rano has passed away after being hospitalized. The late Emir of Rano, Tafida Abubakar Illa, has passed away. Earlier reports indicated that he was referred to Nassarawa Specialist Hospital after being admitted at Aminu Kano Teaching Hospital due to an undisclosed ailment. Secretary of Rano Emirate council, Sank Haruna, confirmed the Kano Monarch's death, stating he received the news at 5pm on Saturday, May 2. The 75-year-old emir, who is survived by two wives and 17 children, will be laid to rest in accordance with Islamic rites.

Osun Discharges Index Case of Coronavirus after 38 Days

2May

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Osun Discharges Index Case of Coronavirus after 38 Days

After 38 days since being admitted, the index case of Coronavirus in Osun State has been discharged, as confirmed by the state's commissioner for health, Rafiu Isamotu. The individual, who had arrived in Osun from the United Kingdom, tested negative for the virus twice, leading to the decision to discharge them. In a statement released on Saturday, May 2, the health commissioner revealed that three health workers in the state have recovered from the disease, bringing the total number of active cases in the state to eight. Isamotu stated; “After 38 days since admission, the State of Osun today discharged its COVID-19 index case after testing negative twice for the virus. “The case had arrived in Osun from the United Kingdom and was admitted to the Isolation Centre before be...

Nigeria has expressed interest to be part of Coronavirus drug trials – WHO

2May

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Nigeria has expressed interest to be part of Coronavirus drug trials – WHO

The World Health Organisation (WHO) has announced that Nigeria has expressed interest in participating in the global Coronavirus drug trials, and the process is set to commence soon. Fiona Braka, the officer in charge of WHO Nigeria, revealed that over 100 countries have joined the solidarity clinical trial, with more than 1,200 patients being randomized from the first five countries to assess the safety and efficacy of drug combinations. During a press conference on Friday, May 1, Braka also shared that 89 vaccines are being developed globally, including seven in clinical evaluation, and several therapeutics are in clinical trials. She stated that "Nigeria has also expressed interest to be part of this solidarity trial and efforts are underway to start the process in Nigeria too." ...

Nigerian Evangelist Nwabueze Franklin Kelechi, Allegedly Commits Suicide in Malaysia

2May

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Nigerian Evangelist Nwabueze Franklin Kelechi, Allegedly Commits Suicide in Malaysia

A Nigerian evangelist has died after he allegedly committed suicide in Malaysia. Evangelist Nwabueze Franklin Kelechi, of CRM (Charismatic Renewal Ministries), allegedly died after jumping from his apartment at Skyvilla, Serdang, Selangor in Malaysia. The incident happened on Thursday morning, April 30. Ernest Ugonna Nwabueze, the younger brother of the deceased, said he received a call at about 11:30am on April 30 from a friend who informed him that a man believed to be his brother jumped from a two storey building. Ernest rushed to the scene and found that it was indeed his brother. He then called the police and the body of the Evangelist was moved to the morgue.

Community Transmission in Kano Reaches 80% – Presidential Task Force

2May

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Community Transmission in Kano Reaches 80% – Presidential Task Force

The head of the presidential task force on Coronavirus in Kano state, Nasiru Gwarzo, revealed that the rate of community transmission in the state has now reached 80 percent. In an interview with BBC Hausa, Gwarzo stated that about 80 percent of the samples collected from communities in the state tested positive for Coronavirus. The PTF official acknowledged the increased testing capacity in Kano state and emphasized the urgent need for intervention as the disease continues to spread across various areas. Gwarzo remarked, “When about 100 samples are delivered, there are five to ten that are positive (for coronavirus). But now, when 100 samples are returned, about 80 are coronavirus cases.” On May 1, Kano became the second worst-hit state with 311 confirmed cases of Coronavirus.

32 year old actor Timini Egbuson's 19-year-old girlfriend, Lydia, shares loved up video days after their relationship became a trending topic on social media

2May

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32 year old actor Timini Egbuson's 19-year-old girlfriend, Lydia, shares loved up video days after their relationship became a trending topic on social media

Timini Egbuson's girlfriend, Lydia has shared a loved up video, days after her romantic relationship with the actor made it to public space. The 32-year-old actor and his 19-year-old girlfriend's relationship had triggered a debate on social media which centered on their age difference. Here is the video which captured Timini and Lydia's lovey-dovey moment below; View this post on Instagram Timini’s alleged 19-year-old girlfriend, Lydia shares a loved up video days after their alleged affair became a trending topic on social media A post shared by Lindaikejiblog (@lindaikejiblogofficial) on May 2, 2020 at 7:21am PDT

Nigerian man allegedly commits suicide in Malaysia

2May

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Nigerian man allegedly commits suicide in Malaysia

The demise of a Nigerian man in Malaysia is being linked to suicide. Nwabueze Franklin Kelechi reportedly passed away after jumping from his apartment at Skyvilla, Serdang, Selangor in Malaysia. The incident occurred on April 30, and Ernest Ugonna Nwabueze, the deceased's younger brother, received a distressing call from a friend informing him of the tragic event. Ernest rushed to the scene, identified his brother, and contacted the authorities, who subsequently moved the body to the morgue. Allegedly, the deceased was facing challenging times prior to his death.

Covid 19: Innovative Human Disinfection Walkway Launched by Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd

2May

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Covid 19: Innovative Human Disinfection Walkway Launched by Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd

In collaboration with international environmental management consultant Prof. Edem Eniang, Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd has introduced a harmless human disinfection walkway as part of its efforts to further combat the spread of Covid-19. A video demonstrating the harmless human disinfection walkway is available below. For more information, you can contact Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd via Email: [email protected] Or Call: 07088881313, 07088833362

<a href="https://newsnownigeria.ng/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Covid-19-Jamub-Energy-Nigeria-Ltd-Launches-Harmless-Human-Disinfection.jpg">Covid 19: Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd Launches Harmless Human Disinfection Walkway</a>

2May

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Covid 19: Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd Launches Harmless Human Disinfection Walkway

Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd, in partnership with international environmental management consultant Prof. Edem Eniang, has unveiled a harmless human disinfection walkway as part of its efforts to help contain the spread of Covid-19. The video below illustrates an example of the harmless human disinfection walkway To contact Jamub Energy Nigeria Ltd, email [email protected] or call 07088881313, 07088833362

"I want you all to help me fight" Mother of dancer who died cries out after discovering there's someone impersonating her online to collect donations (video)

2May

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"I want you all to help me fight" Mother of dancer who died cries out after discovering there's someone impersonating her online to collect donations (video)

The mother of a deceased dancer has made a plea for help after discovering that someone is impersonating her online to collect donations. Professional dancer, Picture Kodak, passed away recently, and her imposter has been deceiving people into making donations. Kodak's mother, Blessing Ike, expressed her frustration in an online video where she emphasized that she has not posted any account number for donations. She urged people to stop encouraging the fraudster and appealed for support in fighting this deceitful act. The late dancer died after being reportedly electrocuted while charging her phone at a video director's residence. The mother's emotional plea is depicted in a video shared below.