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The World Health Organisation, WHO, has revealed the likely source of the new outbreak of Ebola virus in Republic of Congo. Director-General, Dr.Tedros Ghebreyesus on Wednesday debunked reports that the new outbreak is linked to the previous outbreak in the region. According to him, the new Ebola virus is likely from an animal source. Tedros said this during a virtual press briefing on Wednesday. He disclosed that investigations were still ongoing to determine the source of the new outbreak of Ebola. Tedros said “Genetic sequencing from new Ebola cases in Democratic Republic of Congo has revealed that the outbreak is not linked to north kivu or the 2018 equetor outbreak, investigations are ongoing to understand the source but likely a new introduction from an animal source.” DAILY POST recalls that WHO had on Tuesday confirmed  eight fresh cases of Ebola Virus Disease (EVD)  in Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The agency reported that the cases were recorded in Wangata heal...

The Head, Clinical Psychology Department, Federal Neuro-Psychiatric Hospital, Yaba, Lagos, Dr Tayo Ajirotutu; a United States-based Child, Adolescent & Adult Psychiatrist, Dr Stella Bassey-Okoronkwo and other individuals have called for more awareness on mental illness in Nigeria, saying suicide incidents have continued to rise especially during COVID-19 pandemic. They also urged the government at all levels to ensure schools, have at least, one psychologist on their staff list emphasizing, that the ideal would be the duo of a counsellor and mental health practitioner, adding that religious bodies should also create a mental health unit manned by mental health experts at their religious centres in order to reduce the rate of suicide in the country. Speaking at the inaugural virtual meeting of a non-governmental organization, Suicide Is No Solution (SINS) with the theme: “Talking Suicide 1.0: Causes, Signs and Prevention,” the experts called for the review of the law punishing indiv...

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, Nnamdi Kanu, has revealed how the actions of family members of President Muhammadu Buhari, had backed the claim that the man in Aso Villa, is actually Jubril of Sudan. In a broadcast from Israel via Radio Biafra yesterday, Kanu said that the action of Wife of the President, Aisha Buhari and his son, Yusuf towards him, showed he was a stranger to them. Part of Kanu’s radio broadcast read, “Fourth, since February last year, one notices a profound distance when in public between Jibril and Buhari’s family members, especially Buhari’s wife, Aisha and son Yusuf. “Whereas, Aisha appears to be studiedly aloof from Jibril, Yusuf was photographed awkwardly shaking Jibril’s hand after he returned from his long stay at a German hospital, where he had been admitted and treated for injuries stemming from his bike accident. “Fifth, Buhari was a very tall person, noticeably taller than other equally tall public officials such Senate President Sarak...

Bayer Leverkusen sporting director, Rudi Voller, has ruled out any possibility of midfielder, Kai Havertz leaving the club amid interest from Premier League giant, Chelsea. Chelsea is reported to have started negotiations with Leverkusen about a potential transfer of the Germany international this summer’s transfer window. The Blues owner, Roman Abramovich, is willing to give manager, Frank Lampard, significant backing in the transfer market this summer. Reacting to the development, Voller insisted that Leverkusen is doing everything possible to keep the 20-year-old beyond this summer. “We have not given up hope that he will stay with us,” Voller told ARD. “We try to give him every possibility that he can call up his qualities. “He did an outstanding job in the second half of the season.” Havertz who is under contract at Leverkusen until June 2022, has also attracted interest from a host of top European clubs, including Liverpool and Manchester United.          ...

By David Royal The University of Ibadan (UI) has confirmed that Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki graduated from the institution in 1979 with a Second Class Honours (Lower Division). This was confirmed in a statement by the university’s Registrar, Mrs Olubunmi Faluyi, who said that Godwin Nogheghase Obaseki, studied Classics. The statement also revealed that the Governor gained admission to the university in 1976. “Records of his admission and graduation are intact in the archives of the university.” the statement said.                                 Source https://www.vanguardngr.com/2020/06/ui-confirms-obaseki-graduated-from-the-institution-in-1979/

Ray Hushpuppi known for his extravagant lifestyle on Instagram has been reportedly arrested by Interpol.    Ray Hushpuppi   Flambouyant Nigerian big boy, Ray Hushpuppi has been reportedly arrested by International police in Dubai for fraud.   According to information released by Kemi Olunloyo, he was arrested yesterday night alongside a colleague, Woodberry.   There are speculations but nothing can be confirmed. Sharing the news, Kemi wrote:   "#BREAKING Nigerian socialites Ray HushPuppi and Woodberry reportedly ARRESTED by @INTERPOL_HQ tonight in Dubai, UAE. Details soon     #Kemitalks" The Viral Trendz @TheViralTrendz -- Nigerian socialites and IG celebrities - Hushpuppi - Mr Woodbery - and 15 others have reportedly been nabbed by - Interpol - and the FBI in Dubai over allege $35million fraud. 1/3 More below 442 6:58 AM - Jun 10, 2020 Twitter Ads info and privacy 223 people are talking about this Baby Styno @baby_styno So Nigerian alleged...

In a piece titled: "A lion in the sea: The battle for Chevron Netherlands", Paddy Adenuga, the son of multi-billionaire businessman, Mike Adenuga shares the story of how he came close to buying Chevron Oil and Gas company in Netherland at age 29, without his family help.    Paddy Adenuga   It was October 2013, two years had passed since I had left the family business in Lagos, Nigeria and moved to London, England to start my own oil trading company. My time in the family business, as a director in the telecoms division and upstream oil & gas company was challenging to say the least but engaging and ultimately rewarding. However, I have never felt comfortable with sitting back and getting a golden pass through life. Whilst the easy thing to do was to be a “good boy and good son” and enjoy all the luxuries of being in a family business – I decided that striking it out on my own once again was the best course of action.   I’ve always loved the oil & gas business...

Cancer patients have cried out, revealing how the emergence of COVID-19 has affected them.    Photo credit: Healthwise In general, the COVID-19 outbreak in Nigeria has been a great source of frustration for sick people in desperate need of health care; but cancer patients seem to fare worse, as many hospitals keep postponing scheduled surgeries. LARA ADEJORO details the experience of such patients, among whom are 16-year-old Tomiwa Osisanya and 20-year-old Marvelous Oguru Tomiwa Osisanya, 16, was meant to have his surgery in the first week of May but the plans changed. His surgery was put off because of concerns about the spread of COVID-19. Tomiwa’s parents had eagerly looked forward to the surgery for their son who had craniopharyngioma. According to a professor of surgery and surgical oncologist at the Abia State University Teaching Hospital, Aba, Charles Adeyinka Adisa, a craniopharyngioma is a rare type of brain tumour derived from pituitary gland embryonic tissue that oc...