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#MeToo founder, Tarana Burke details her partner’s ‘scary’ Coronavirus battle

10Apr

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#MeToo founder, Tarana Burke details her partner’s ‘scary’ Coronavirus battle

Tarana Burke, the American civil rights activist and founder of the Me Too movement, has disclosed that her partner has been diagnosed with Coronavirus. At the age of 46, Burke shared her partner's "scary" battle with the disease through a detailed Twitter thread in an effort to assist others amidst the ongoing global pandemic. She revealed that both she and her partner were exposed in mid-March, and even though her test results came back negative, her partner's test was positive for Coronavirus. Read her post below.

Details of #MeToo founder, Tarana Burke’s partner’s frightening battle with Coronavirus

10Apr

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Details of #MeToo founder, Tarana Burke’s partner’s frightening battle with Coronavirus

The partner of Tarana Burke, the American civil rights activist and founder of the Me Too movement, has been diagnosed with Coronavirus. During a detailed Twitter thread, Burke, 46, shared information about her partner's "scary" struggle with the disease, aiming to provide support as the pandemic continues to spread globally. According to the activist, both she and her partner were exposed in mid-March. When they underwent testing for Coronavirus, her test yielded a negative result, while her partner's test came back positive. Refer to her post below.

A Nigerian Muslim man criticizes men who post images of their wives without Hijab and Niqab on social media, saying “She’s for you alone not for public”

10Apr

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A Nigerian Muslim man criticizes men who post images of their wives without Hijab and Niqab on social media, saying “She’s for you alone not for public”

A man from Kogi State, Abu Bilal Bin Adam, has criticized men who share photos of their wives without Hijab on social media. Bin Adam with his wife at her NYSC POP early March He took to Facebook on Friday to share a screenshot of a quote about Muslims "living Islam." The quote reads, "Has not the time come for us Muslims to wake up and actually start living Islam instead of just wearing it as a label." He urged Muslim men to refrain from posting photos of their wives without Hijab and Niqab, emphasizing that they belong to their husbands alone, not the public. "Your Wife is not well Covered and you're posting her pictures on social Media. No Hijab, No Niqab and you think is proper? Please stop posting such. She's for you alone not for public. May we not die until ALlaah is...

"She's for you alone not for public" – Nigerian Muslim man criticizes men for sharing photos of their wives without Hijab and Niqqab on social media

10Apr

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"She's for you alone not for public" – Nigerian Muslim man criticizes men for sharing photos of their wives without Hijab and Niqqab on social media

A Muslim man named Abu Bilal Bin Adam from Kogi State has expressed his disapproval of men sharing pictures of their wives without Hijab on social media. Bin Adam with his wife at her NYSC POP early March On Friday, the University of Abuja graduate posted a screenshot of a quote about Muslims ''living Islam'' on his Facebook page. "Has not the time come for us Muslims to wake up and truly start living Islam rather than just wearing it as a label?" it reads. He urged Muslim men to refrain from sharing photos of their wives without Hijab and Niqqab as they are meant for private viewing, not for the public. "Your Wife is not well Covered and you're posting her pictures on social Media. No Hijab, No Niqqab and you think is proper? Please stop posting such. She's for you alo...

Nigerian diplomat in China, Anozie Maduabuchi Cyril allegedly assaulted after condemning the poor treatment of Nigerians in China (video)

10Apr

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Nigerian diplomat in China, Anozie Maduabuchi Cyril allegedly assaulted after condemning the poor treatment of Nigerians in China (video)

The video purportedly showing an assault on Nigerian diplomat Anozie Maduabuchi Cyril in China after he spoke out against the mistreatment of Nigerians amid the coronavirus pandemic has caused a stir. Activist Segun "Segalinks" Awosanya condemned the Nigerian presidency for allowing such ill-treatment. See the full story in the video below. Nigeria's Consul-General in Guangzhou, China, Mr Anozie Maduabuchi Cyril, reportedly faced attack after he criticized Chinese authorities for mistreating Nigerians during the coronavirus pandemic. His stance against the mistreatment of Nigerians in China was commended after he confronted Chinese authorities in Guangzhou following a video that went viral, showing Nigerians being evicted from their hotels and apartments. He accused Chinese offi...

Houseparty: NairaMarley, Babatunde Gbadamosi, write apology letters to Gov. Sanwo-Olu, for violating the social distancing order

10Apr

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Houseparty: NairaMarley, Babatunde Gbadamosi, write apology letters to Gov. Sanwo-Olu, for violating the social distancing order

Singer Azeez Fashola aka Naira Marley and politician, Babatunde Gbadamosi, have tendered apology letters to Lagos state governor, Sanwo-Olu for violating the social distancing order of the state when they attended the house party organised by actress Funke Akindele and her hubby, JJCSkillz, on Sunday April 5. Recall that Naira Marley, Gbadamosi and his wife, Folashade, were arraigned before the Magistrate Court 1 on Wednesday April 8 by the state government but the charges against them were dropped on condition that they would apologise to the President and the state governor. They were also mandated to sign an undertaking to comply with all regulations relating to COVID-19 pandemic, and also to go on self-isolation for 14 days in order to protect others that they may come in cont...

Presidential Pardon Granted to Ambrose Alli – Family Responds

10Apr

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Presidential Pardon Granted to Ambrose Alli – Family Responds

The family of Ambrose Alli has released a statement in response to the posthumous presidential pardon granted by President Muhammadu Buhari. Alli had been sentenced to 100 years in prison by a military tribunal during Buhari's regime, on allegations of misappropriating N983,000 in funds for a road project. Ambrose Alli's son, Andrew, expressed the family's disbelief in his father's alleged offence and conveyed gratitude to Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State for facilitating the pardon. “We are aware of the announcement concerning the pardon of my father, Professor Ambrose Alli, made by the Government, via its social media pages. "Although we are yet to receive any direct official communication on this matter, we are pleased to hear that our fathe...

Coronavirus: Man who claims to be a soldier begs after being caught breaking lockdown order in Abuja by taskforce officials (video)

10Apr

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Coronavirus: Man who claims to be a soldier begs after being caught breaking lockdown order in Abuja by taskforce officials (video)

In Abuja, a man claiming to be a soldier was apprehended by taskforce officials for violating the lockdown order imposed by President Buhari to combat the spread of the Coronavirus. The individual, who failed to show his ID card when confronted by the taskforce officials, was observed urging his passengers to disembark from the vehicle in an apparent attempt to evade responsibility for the offense. President Buhari had decreed a 14-day ban on movement in Lagos, Ogun, and Abuja to mitigate the transmission of the Coronavirus. A video posted online captures the moment when the alleged soldier, dressed in civilian clothes, pleaded profusely with the taskforce officials after being caught transporting passengers to an undisclosed location. Below is the video of the incident: Source: In...

Zambian government revokes license of popular TV station for ‘refusing to air free coronavirus-awareness adverts’

10Apr

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Zambian government revokes license of popular TV station for ‘refusing to air free coronavirus-awareness adverts’

The license of a prominent Zambian TV station has been revoked by the government due to its refusal to broadcast free coronavirus-awareness adverts. Prime TV has reportedly declined to air these adverts, leading to the decision to revoke its license. Josephine Mapoma, Director-General of the Independent Broadcasting Authority, cited the decision as necessary in the interest of public safety and stated that the TV station has the right to appeal to the ministry of information and broadcasting services. The cancellation was made under the provisions of the IBA (amendment) Act of 2010. Owner of Prime Television and chairperson of the Zambia Independent Broadcasters Association, Gerald Shiwa, alleged that media owners were reluctant to air the advertisements due to outstanding advertising deb...

"I'm a pastor and I'm saddened by this"- Bishop Feb Idahosa calls out Rivers State government for relaxing the lockdown order for Easter celebration

10Apr

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"I'm a pastor and I'm saddened by this"- Bishop Feb Idahosa calls out Rivers State government for relaxing the lockdown order for Easter celebration

The decision by the Rivers State government to relax the lockdown order for Easter celebration has been criticized by Bishop Feb Idahosa. He expressed his concerns, stating that it is unwise as it may render the efforts done so far in enforcing the sit-at-home order ineffective. The President of Benson Idahosa University also emphasized the risk of attending Easter day service while the threat of Coronavirus still looms. Expressing his disappointment on Twitter, he emphasized that the decision to allow all churches and mosques to gather in full force is a bad idea, especially amid the COVID-19 threat. He stressed the importance of learning from history and science to avoid making the same mistakes. Bishop Feb Idahosa also shared his sentiments on Instagram, highlighting the need to exer...