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US Coronavirus death toll exceeds China’s
1Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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US Coronavirus death toll exceeds China’s

The number of coronavirus-related deaths in the United States has now surpassed that of China, according to data released by Johns Hopkins University on Tuesday. The university reported 3,415 deaths in the US, exceeding China's official tally of 3,309. Italy currently holds the highest number of fatalities at 12,428, followed by Spain with 8,269 deaths, and then the United States. The US also leads in the total number of confirmed COVID-19 cases with 175,067, followed by Italy with 105,792, Spain with 94,417, and China with 82,278 cases. Meanwhile, China has reported 48 new cases and one death in the past 24 hours. The global death toll from the coronavirus now stands at 41,072, with over 828,240 confirmed cases in 186 countries and territories. Out of these cases, at least 164,900 are co...
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Coronavirus: Patoranking Raises Concerns about Online Giveaways by Colleagues
1Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus: Patoranking Raises Concerns about Online Giveaways by Colleagues

Nigerian artist Patoranking has criticized his fellow entertainers who have been running online giveaway campaigns amidst the Coronavirus pandemic.   In a tweet, Patoranking urged Nigerian artists to contribute money to support those who are offline and most affected during this time.   He expressed his view in a tweet:   Instead of engaging in online competitions, let's come together and contribute money to support people in the slums and ghettos who are disadvantaged due to the Covid-19 lockdown. They are the ones who truly understand the impact of giveaways.   Patoranking also called out a Twitter user who suggested that entertainers should do online giveaways because "all work and no play makes Jack a fool."   ...
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Coronavirus: Patoranking Calls for Offline Support Amidst Online Giveaways
1Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus: Patoranking Calls for Offline Support Amidst Online Giveaways

Patoranking, the Nigerian dancehall star, has criticized fellow artists for conducting online giveaway campaigns during the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic.   Expressing his views in a tweet, Patoranking emphasized the need for Nigerian artists to financially support individuals who lack online access and are most affected by the current situation.   He tweeted;    Instead of artists competing in online giveaways, why not come together and contribute money to support offline individuals, particularly those in slums and ghettos who are disadvantaged during the Covid-19 lockdown? Wise up.   Patoranking also criticized a Twitter user who suggested that entertainers should conduct online giveaways, stating "all work and no play makes Jack a fool".   
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Man Receives 10-Year Jail Term for Defrauding Job Seeker in the UAE
1Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Man Receives 10-Year Jail Term for Defrauding Job Seeker in the UAE

Following charges of fraud presented before Justice M.S. Sifawa, Chief Judge of the Sokoto State High Court, an internet fraudster, Freedom Inah, has been sentenced to 10 years in jail.   Inah was accused of swindling a job applicant in the UAE of N1,830,250, a charge to which he pleaded "not guilty".    The specific charge reads;    “That you, Freedom Sampson Inah, while acting as a travel agent of Gulf Centre International Travel and Tourism, United Arab Emirate (UAE) and Top Valley Speciality Hospital in UAE; and Nwabueze Uzochukwu Joseph, Peter Ike (now at large), sometime in 2019 at Sokoto, dishonestly induced one Ahmed Jelani to pay N1,435,250.00 into three different accounts including the sum of N395,000 by deceiving him with an offer of appointment with Top Valley Speciality...
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Man Receives 10-Year Jail Term for Scamming UAE Job Applicant
1Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Man Receives 10-Year Jail Term for Scamming UAE Job Applicant

A 10-year jail sentence has been handed to an internet fraudster known as Freedom Inah for fraud charges before Justice M.S. Sifawa, the Chief Judge of the Sokoto State High Court. Inah was accused of defrauding a UAE job applicant of N1,830,250, a charge to which he pleaded "not guilty". The charge against Inah read; “That you, Freedom Sampson Inah, while acting as a travel agent of Gulf Centre International Travel and Tourism, United Arab Emirate (UAE) and Top Valley Speciality Hospital in UAE; and Nwabueze Uzochukwu Joseph, Peter Ike (now at large), sometime in 2019 at Sokoto, dishonestly induced one Ahmed Jelani to pay N1,435,250.00 into three different accounts including the sum of N395,000 by deceiving him with an offer of appointment with Top Valley Speciality Hospital in UA...
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Coronavirus: Countries we are looking up to for assistance also facing challenges – FG
1Apr By Jide SalamiNo Comments
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Coronavirus: Countries we are looking up to for assistance also facing challenges – FG

The Federal Government has revealed that some of the countries it expected to assist Nigeria in combating the Coronavirus pandemic are also encountering their own difficulties. The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Geoffrey Onyeama, made this known during a press conference on Tuesday, March 31. He emphasized that despite these challenges, some of these countries are still willing to collaborate with Nigeria. In addition to gathering insights on combating COVID-19, Onyeama informed the media that Nigeria is maintaining contact with potential aid providers to acquire necessary tools for the pandemic fight. He stressed the need for ventilators, highlighting the shortage in the country and the engagement with various nations to secure them. Moreover, he explained that while some countries are d...
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Prominent Nigerian doctor succumbs to Coronavirus after treating UK COVID-19 patients
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Prominent Nigerian doctor succumbs to Coronavirus after treating UK COVID-19 patients

A distinguished Nigerian doctor practicing in the United Kingdom has passed away after contracting the Coronavirus while providing care to the virus's victims.   Dr. Alfa Saadu's demise was announced on Facebook by former Senate President, Bukola Saraki.   Saraki's Facebook post mourning Dr. Saadu reads: "Inalilahi Wa Ina Ilaehi Rajiun. My condolences go to the family of late Dr. Alfa Sa’adu, the people of Pategi and Kwara State on the death of the foremost medical practitioner who passed away in London this morning (March 31).   "Late Dr. Sa’adu provided leadership for our people in the diaspora as he served for many years as chairman, Kwara State Association of Nigeria (Kwasang UK). Back at home, he was a community leader and traditional office hold...
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Kate Henshaw’s Response to Accusations of Seizing Waiter’s Tips
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Kate Henshaw’s Response to Accusations of Seizing Waiter’s Tips

Upon being accused of money laundering on Twitter, Kate Henshaw promptly addressed the serious allegation.   In a tweet, the actress questioned the quality of the relief package promised by the Lagos state government for vulnerable citizens. A follower responded by accusing her of engaging in worse activities when she was in a position of power. The accusations included money laundering, with the Twitter user threatening to release proof if Henshaw denied it. This prompted Kate Henshaw to respond.   It all started with Kate's tweet: "Please o.. it's day 1 of the National lockdown in Lagos State. I don't want to shout, I am just asking a question. The relief package sent to the households-in-need in Lagos state contains what? I saw a video on IG of those who received theirs and I do...
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Man Arrested for Concealing Guns in a Bag of Garri
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Man Arrested for Concealing Guns in a Bag of Garri

The Niger State Police Command has apprehended a suspect for possessing firearms illegally in Minna. The Commissioner of police in the state, Usman Adamu, announced on Tuesday that upon receiving a tip-off, a team of the SARS operatives attached to the command detained a 25-year-old man named Danjuma Toko from Zuru town in Kebbi. "On 22nd March, 2020 at about 0800hrs, acting on a tip-off, a team of SARS operatives attached to the Command intercepted and arrested one Danjuma Toko 'm' 25yrs of Zuru Kebbi State, at Kontagora park by Mobil Roundabout Minna, in the process of searching his luggage, six locally made revolver short gun with eighteen cartridges concealed in a bag of Garri were recovered." said the commissioner said. Adamu stated that the detainee con...
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Two Weddings in One: Nasarawa State Councillor Marries Two Women on the Same Day
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Two Weddings in One: Nasarawa State Councillor Marries Two Women on the Same Day

On Saturday, March 28th, Ibrahim Oboshi, the councillor for Iwogu ward in Keana council area of Nasarawa state, made history by marrying the love of his life, Nazira Ozegya, and Rabi Akose on the same momentous day.   Oboshi celebrated as he tied the knot with Ozegya at 10am in Keana, at a different location, and with Akoshe in Obi, at a different location at approximately 12 noon on the same day.   After the marriage rites were completed, both women have moved in with him.        
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