Heartbreaking: Woman’s Last Goodbye to Mother via FaceTime Before Covid-19 Death
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Heartbreaking: Woman’s Last Goodbye to Mother via FaceTime Before Covid-19 Death

Sharing the emotional experience, a woman recounted the poignant moment she bid her mother farewell over FaceTime before the latter succumbed to Covid-19, with the assistance of a nurse at a hospital in Washington. Michelle Bennett was informed by medical staff that she couldn't be physically present with her 75-year-old mother, Carolann Christine Gann, who had contracted the virus at Swedish Issaquah hospital in Washington. Fearing that her mother might not survive the illness, Bennett was deeply concerned about not being able to say her final goodbyes to her ailing mother. On March 26, nurse Tatyana, recognizing that Gann's condition was rapidly deteriorating, took the initiative to facilitate a farewell call between Bennett and her mother via FaceTime using her personal cell phone...
Heartbreaking story of a daughter saying goodbye to her mother over FaceTime before she lost her battle with COVID-19
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Heartbreaking story of a daughter saying goodbye to her mother over FaceTime before she lost her battle with COVID-19

One woman shared a heart-wrenching experience of getting to bid farewell to her mother over FaceTime just before she succumbed to Coronavirus, all made possible by the assistance of a nurse at a Washington hospital.   Michelle Bennett was informed by medical staff that she couldn't be physically present with her 75-year-old mother, Carolann Christine Gann, who had contracted COVID-19 at Swedish Issaquah hospital in Washington. Worried that her mother might not survive the disease, Michelle was fearful of not being able to say her final goodbyes to her ailing mom.   On March 26, a nurse named Tatyana, recognizing Gann's deteriorating condition, took the initiative to put on protective gear and used her personal cell phone to facilitate a FaceTime farewell between Bennett and her mot...
'Former Super Eagles star Julius Aghahowa explains why he chose to become an agent over coaching after retirement'
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'Former Super Eagles star Julius Aghahowa explains why he chose to become an agent over coaching after retirement'

Julius Aghahowa, former Wigan and Super Eagles of Nigeria star striker, has shared his reasons for not pursuing a coaching career like many footballers after retiring from the sport. Despite the trend of former Super Eagles players such as Austin Eguavoen, Samson Siasia, Christian Chukwu, Stephen Keshi, and more recently, Joseph Yobo transitioning into coaching roles, Aghahowa, known for his somersaults during his playing days, has chosen not to follow suit. He cited the "poor treatment" experienced by Nigerian coaches as a major factor in his decision.                               Aghahowa highlighted the issue of unpaid salaries, referring to the cases of coaches like Christian Chukwu and Stephen Keshi, w...
Riot Breaks Out in Kaduna Prison Over Suspected Coronavirus Case
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Riot Breaks Out in Kaduna Prison Over Suspected Coronavirus Case

Today, on March 31, inmates at the Medium Custodial Centre in Kaduna sparked a riot due to rumors of a suspected COVID-19 case within the facility.   The prisoners sought release from the congested centre after claims emerged of an awaiting trial inmate infecting two others with Coronavirus.   According to The Nation, the center's personnel had a challenging time, resorting to firing shots to quell the inmates' agitation.   Sanusi Muazu Danmusa, the Controller of the Kaduna Command of the Correctional Centre, dismissed allegations of a Coronavirus-infected inmate at the facility, attributing today's unrest to a "mere misunderstanding."    Danmusa clarified, saying;   “We only had a mere misunderstanding and we have resolved it. Our environment is now peaceful and calm.” “There is n...
Riot Erupts in Kaduna Prison Due to Suspected Coronavirus Case
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Riot Erupts in Kaduna Prison Due to Suspected Coronavirus Case

Today, March 31, inmates of Medium Custodial Centre in Kaduna engaged in a riot over a rumored suspected case of COVID-19 at the facility. The prisoners demanded release from the congested center, alleging that an awaiting trial inmate had infected two other inmates with Coronavirus. According to reports by The Nation, the personnel of the center had a tough time, including firing shots to calm the fraying nerves of the inmates. The Controller of the Kaduna Command of the Correctional Centre, Sanusi Muazu Danmusa, however, dismissed claims of an infected inmate, describing today's uprising as a "mere misunderstanding". He said: “We only had a mere misunderstanding and we have resolved it. Our environment is now peaceful and calm....
IGP Adamu Mohammed and 11 other police officers receive negative Coronavirus test results
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IGP Adamu Mohammed and 11 other police officers receive negative Coronavirus test results

The results of the Coronavirus tests conducted on the Inspector General of Police, Adamu Mohammed, and 11 other police officers have returned negative. According to a statement from the Force Spokesperson, DCP Frank Mba, the IGP and the police officers submitted their samples for testing last Friday, and the results confirmed that they were not infected. The list of police officers who tested negative includes Principal Staff Officer to the IGP, Idowu Owohunwa; Head of the Force Technical Intelligence Unit, Lanre Ogunlowo; Personal Physician to the IGP, Dr. Nonye Welle, and others like the Medical Officer, Police Clinic at the Force Headquarters, Dr. Titus Adegbite; Secretary to the IGP, Moses Jolugbo, and five other close aides to the police boss. Empha...
IGP Adamu Mohammed and 11 other police officers receive negative test results for Coronavirus
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IGP Adamu Mohammed and 11 other police officers receive negative test results for Coronavirus

The results of the Coronavirus tests conducted on the Inspector General of Police, Adamu Mohammed, and 11 other police officers have returned negative. In a statement, the Force Spokesperson, DCP Frank Mba, disclosed that the IGP and the police officers working with him submitted their samples on Friday the previous week, and the test results came back negative. The police officers tested include Principal Staff Officer to the IGP, Idowu Owohunwa; Head of the Force Technical Intelligence Unit, Lanre Ogunlowo; Personal Physician to the IGP, Dr Nonye Welle. Other individuals tested are the Medical Officer at the Police Clinic in the Force Headquarters, Dr Titus Adegbite; Secretary to the IGP, Moses Jolugbo; and five other close aides to the police boss. The IGP, who urged polic...
Breaking News: President Putin at Risk as Physician He Met Tests Positive for Coronavirus (Photos)
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Breaking News: President Putin at Risk as Physician He Met Tests Positive for Coronavirus (Photos)

A major health concern has arisen for President Vladimir Putin following the diagnosis of Russia's top Coronavirus doctor, Denis Protsenko, with COVID-19. This comes just one week after Protsenko met and shook hands with the Russian leader. Protsenko, 44, who heads the Konnunarka infectious disease hospital, welcomed Putin last week. Both were pictured in close proximity and even shook hands twice without protective gear.   A meeting reportedly took place in Protsenko's office with other top officials, including Russian deputy premier Tatiana Golikova, 54, who is responsible for Russia's coronavirus policy. On Tuesday, Protsenko announced on his Facebook page that he had tested positive for coronavirus. He wrote: 'Dear friends, I am very moved by your concern. Yes indeed I ha...
Breaking News: President Putin Faces Major Health Scare as Physician He Met Tests Positive for COVID-19 (See Photos)
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Breaking News: President Putin Faces Major Health Scare as Physician He Met Tests Positive for COVID-19 (See Photos)

President Vladimir Putin is now facing a major health concern after a top Russian Coronavirus doctor tested positive for COVID-19, just one week after their meeting and handshake. Denis Protsenko, the 44-year-old head of Konnunarka infectious disease hospital, was visited by Putin last week, and the two were photographed in close proximity while shaking hands without protective gear.   A meeting took place in Protsenko's office with other top officials, including Russian deputy premier Tatiana Golikova, 54, who is responsible for Russia's coronavirus policy. On Tuesday, Chief doctor of Kommunarka hospital Denis Protsenko announced on his Facebook page that he has tested positive for coronavirus. He wrote: 'Dear friends, I am very moved by your concern. Yes indeed I have been...
Update on CoS Abba Kyari’s Health from Lagos Health Commissioner, Prof Abayomi
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Update on CoS Abba Kyari’s Health from Lagos Health Commissioner, Prof Abayomi

Lagos State Commissioner for Health, Akin Abayomi has provided an update on the health status of President Buhari's Chief of Staff, Abba Kyari who tested positive for Coronavirus last week. Abayomi revealed that he is unaware of Mr. Kyari’s current location, but mentioned that the Chief of Staff appears to be well and happy based on their recent WhatsApp conversation. While responding to questions from journalists on Tuesday March 31, the Commissioner shared, “I’m not aware of the Chief of Staff’s itinerary, so I don’t know where he is. We exchange messages on WhatsApp but from WhatsApp, you can’t tell where somebody is. We are exchanging information but I haven’t asked him for his location. He seems well and happy and we are exchanging information on ...