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WHO reacts as T.B Joshua heals Coronavirus Patient
The World Health Organization (WHO) has reacted to reports of the General Overseer of the synagogue church of all nations (SCOAN), T.B Joshua healing a Coronavirus patient. A Cameroonian medical doctor Kameni Pierre, who claimed he had suffered Coronavirus, said he received his healing after he called in for prayers during an interactive programme on Emmanuel TV from the isolation center he was placed in. According to Pierre, he displayed his result and ‘vomited out’ the disease while receiving prayers from the Nigerian Pastor. Reacting to this, WHO Director-General, Dr. Tedros Ghebreyesus though questioned Pierre’s healing also agreed that science…
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Fraud: Hushpuppi, Mr Woodberry extradited to US
Alleged internet fraudsters, Hushpuppi and Mr Woodberry have both been extradited to the united states. According to a post shared on the official page of the Dubai Police, FBI’s Director, Christopher Wray thanked the Dubai Police for their cooperation in extraditing the suspected Nigerian internet Fraudsters. “The Director of the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), Christopher Wray has praised the exceptional efforts exerted by the United Arab Emirate, represented bu the Dubai Police General HQ, in combating transnational organised cybercrime including the recent arrest of Raymod Igbalode Abbas, known as “Hushpuppi” and Olalekan Jacon Ponle aka “Woodberry” who were taken…
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Buhari and Hushpuppi are in the same Business – Aisha Yesufu
Aisha Yesufu, co-convener of the BringBackOurGirls campaign group has blasted President Muhammadu Buhari comparing him with alleged internet fraudster, Hushpuppi. Sharing a tweet via her twitter handle, she said Buhari and Hushpuppi are in the same business as they have both defrauded millions of people of their money. “Muhammadu Buhari @MBuhari and Hushpuppi are in the same business. “They both defrauded millions of their money! Where is the 2015 Buhari campaign donations, statement of account? “While Hushpuppi defrauded financially, Buhari defrauded both financially and politically.” she wrote
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School Reopening: Some Pupils already engage in Street trading – Minister of State for Education, Emeka Nwajiuba
Minister of State for Education, Emeka Nwajiuba has spoken ahead of the planned reopening of schools, disclosing that some parents are already engaging their children in street trading following the closure of schools over the Coronavirus pandemic. Speaking on a Channels Television programme on Wednesday evening, the Minister assured parents and teachers that the Federal Government is carrying out adequate measures to ensure the safe resumption of schools for graduating pupils which according to him is not a matter of compulsion. He said the decision was taken so these pupils can have a brief revision before their promotion examinations as…
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Police denies arresting Seyitan who accused D’banj of rape
The Nigerian police has denied claims of arresting Seyitan Babatayo, the lady who accused singer, D’banj, of rape. According to a police source, D’banj reported on three separate occasions at FCID for interrogation and statement, while Seyitan repeatedly refused to show up. Her refusing to show up led to the prompt dispatch of officers by the Force CID to Lagos, to invite her for written statement and interrogation on the alleged rape incident. The police source insisted that there might be a mix up by the legal representative of Seyitan over claims of being arrested and detained by Police operatives…
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Interstate travel: FG gives guidelines for transporters
The federal government has set guidelines for transporters as they engage in interstate travels. According to the minister of state for transportation, Gbemisola Saraki, if the guidelines are not adhered to, the operational permit of the transporters will be withdrawn. The minister pointed out that interstate transport operators should apply and could only operate on confirmation of satisfaction of the defined guidelines by the state ministry of transportation as there would be regular monitoring of implementation and adherence to guidelines. The ministry would also monitor the impact of the measure on safety and minimizing the transmission of COVID-19 through the…
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Atiku sympathizes with Okowa, Akeredolu, Ikpeazu after contracting Covid-19
Former Vice president, Atiku Abubakar has sent a message to Governors undergoing treatment for coronavirus. In a tweet he shared via his Twitter handle, he sympathized with Governor Okowa of Delta State, Governor Akeredolu of Ondo State and Governor Ikpeazu of Abia state, wishing them quick recovery. “My thoughts and prayers and those of my family are with Gov. @IAOkowa, Gov Okezie Ikpeazu and Gov @RotimiAkeredolu and their families and all those currently undergoing treatment for COVID-19. Be strong and get well soon. -AA,” he tweeted.
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FG announces resumption of domestic flights
The Nigerian Government has announced the resumption of domestic flights in the country. According to the minister of Aviation, Hadi Sirika, Abuja and Lagos airports will resume domestic operations on July 8, while the Kano, Port Harcourt, Owerri, and Maiduguri airports would resume on the 11th. Other airports are also expected to resume operations on the 15th. He further stated that those who want to travel out of the country will have to wait a bit longer. ”The flights will commence with the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja and the Murtala Muhammed Airport in Lagos. “The Port Harcourt , Owerri…
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Nigerian Society of Engineers awards Student with highest JAMB score N16M
Egoagwuagwu Agnes Maduafokwa who scored 365 in the last JAMB exam has been awarded a sum of N16,000,000 by the Nigerian society of engineers. Agnes who was the overall best student, at the unveiling of UTME examination engineering candidates, was handed a cheque of sixteen million Naira by the NSE.
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Tinubu’s Daughter, Mc Oluomo, others to supervise FG recruitment of 774,000 Youths
The Lagos state chairman of the National Union of Road Transport Workers(NURTW), Musiliu Akinsanya aka MC Oluomo and Folashade Tinubu-Ojo, daughter of the national leader of the ruling All Progressive Congress(APC), Bola Tinubu have both been appointed into the 20-member committee that will undertake the recruitment of 20,000 youths in Lagos by the federal of government to make up the 774,000 youths to be employed in the country. The Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Mr. Festus Keyamo (SAN), on Monday, inaugurated, by virtual means, the 20-member committees in the 36 States and the FCT that will select the…
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Nigeria is characterized by poor People – Buhari
President Muhammadu Buhari says Nigeria’s population is largely characterized by poor people who lack the basic amenities of life. Speaking on Tuesday at a virtual meeting with members of the presidential economic advisory council (PEAC), he added that more is needed from all sectors to revamp the economy from the current tide. “We are a country characterised by a large population of poor people, serious infrastructure deficit, lack of housing and a vulnerable economy now haunted by the COVID-19 pandemic and collapse of the oil sector and its effect on the gross domestic product (GDP).” he said
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Governor Okowa, Wife test positive for Coronavirus
Delta State Governor, Ifeanyi Okowa, and his wife have tested positive for coronavirus. This comes days after one of his daughters tested positive to the virus He made the announcement on Wednesday via his Twitter handle. “My wife and I have tested positive for COVID-19. We are well and continuing with our isolation/medication. “We thank you all for your continued prayers for us and our daughter”, he tweeted.
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