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The Kano State Government says it has conducted 4,735 Coronavirus (COVID-19) samples test since the outbreak of the pandemic. The state Ministry of Health disclosed this via its verified Twitter account @KNSMOH on Monday in Kano. “A total of 4,735 samples of COVID-19 were tested in Kano State.” It disclosed that three new confirmed cases of the virus were confirmed, 40 patients discharged and two deaths recorded in the state as at May 31. Accordingly, the state recorded a total of 954 confirmed coronavirus cases of which 669 were active, 240 discharged and 45 deaths. The ministry urged residents of the state to observe safety protocols, personal hygiene and use of face mask, hand washing as well as social distancing to stem further spread of the pandemic. It also called for prayers for a quick end to the pandemic.Bauchi records another death, discharges six more coronavirus patients share this story with friends

Ayemoba told the police during interrogation that he had been sleeping with his daughters since his wife died about seven years ago.    Peter Ayemoba According to The Nation, a 50-year-old father, Peter Ayemoba, has been arrested by the police for having carnal knowledge of his two daughters. Ayemoba told the police during interrogation that he had been sleeping with his daughters since his wife died about seven years ago. He said that sleeping with his daughters made him to feel close to his late wife, adding that the romps he had with them allowed them to bond more. Ayemoba said:  “I started sleeping with my daughters about seven years ago when I lost my wife in 2013. “The death of my wife got me so confused that I did not even know when I started sleeping with my daughters. “In fact, I don’t know what has come over me. “The death of my wife devastated me to the point that I did not know what I was doing. “I suspect that somebody placed a curse on me, because what I have done in the

Ibrahim Magu, the acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has reacted to the arrest of Nigerian Instagram celebrity, Ramon Abbas, also known as Hushpuppi. Magu distanced EFCC from Hushpuppi’s arrest, saying the commission was not involved in it. Recall that International Police, Interpol, had a few days ago reportedly arrested Hushpuppi in Dubai, United Arab Emirate, UAE. Interpol in connection with the Federal Bureau of Investigation, FBI, had arrested Hushpuppi over alleged fraud. He was accused of hacking into the United States, US, unemployed database and defrauding them of over $100 million meant for Native Americans in the battle against the coronavirus. Hushpuppi’s arrest had drawn mixed reactions  from Nigerians. While some condemned him others were sympathetic. Interpol, however, confirmed the arrest  of Hushpuppi, saying the Instagram celebrity would be extradited to Nigeria to face fraud charges. However, the EFCC Chairman in a chat with TVC Ne

Denrele Edun has shared some really stylish photos on social media to celebrate his 39th birthday.    Denrele Edun Popular Nigerian media personality, Denrele Edun is celebrating his 39th birthday today, June 13.  To mark the day, he shared these stylish new photos of himself on social media to the amazement of fans. He captioned one of the photos:  'HAPPY 39TH BIRTHDAY TO ME; YES, EMI! Don't let the outlandish hair & flamboyant clothes fool you, Don't Underestimate me and Overestimate yourself... WEREY NI MI O! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO DENRELE: THE DEFINITION OF EXTRAORDINARY!' He captioned another:  "39 and Swaggin' It! HAPPY BIRTHDAY TO THIS ICONOCLAST; SEXY on 50 SHADES of AMAZING that ain't been invented yet! Yes, ME! DENRELE EDUN TOH GALLANT! Not a single hint of "white" on my hair! I'm AGELESS AND TIMELESS! Did a lil throwback to my Cultural and Dramatic days in Secondary School; 1996 SSS2 3rd Term, I lipsynced to Aaliyah's #BackAndFor

With the latest development, over 1,300 samples tested positive within 48 hours, it has been reported.    File photo Nigeria recorded 627 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, bringing the country’s total to 15,181 confirmed infections. Friday’s figure is slightly below that of Thursday, 681, Nigeria’s highest daily toll. According to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the cases for Friday were recorded across 22 states and the federal capital territory (FCT). With the latest development, over 1,300 samples tested positive within 48 hours. While 12 new deaths were recorded, the number of recoveries rose from 4,494 to 4,891 patients. A total of 397 persons were discharged in the last 24 hours, the highest ever daily recovery in the country. Lagos maintained its increase in number of new cases on Friday with 229 new infections, while FCT which recorded no case for Thursday, had the second highest new cases with 65 infections. Abia also recorded a spike in its figure with 54 new COVID

The Police in Adamawa has confirmed the alleged killing of 18 suspected kidnappers by thunderstorm in neighbouring Republic of Cameron and not in the state. This is contained in a statement signed by the spokesman of the state police command, SP Suleiman Nguroje, on Saturday in Yola. The police command is reacting to viral social media reports on Friday that thunderstorm had killed 18 kidnappers in Toungo Local Government Area of Adamawa. Nguroje said the alleged killing was not in Nigeria but it occurred in neighbouring Cameroun village called “Pawati”. “The attention of Adamawa State Police Command is drawn over a publication “Cross Border Banditry, Thunderstorm kill 18 Kidnappers in Toungo, Adamawa Border Community. “In order to keep the record straight such incident never happened anywhere in Toungo, Adamawa State as alleged but in Pawati Forest, somewhere in Cameroun Republic. “It’s not in dispute that Toungo Local Government is bordering with villages under Cameroun Republic whic

👉 It's another opportunity to learn and appreciate the beauty of Nature..  👉 1. TYPHOID FEVER:  Get unripe pawpaw, unripe pineapple, ginger, lime orange and Lipton tea.  👉Cut into pieces, boil with fermented corn water for one hour.  Take one glass cup 3 times daily for one week.  👉 2. STOMACH ULCER:  Get 7-8 unripe plantain, peel them, cut them to pieces and pound. Put everything inside a plastic container, fill it with one gallon of water.  Allow it to ferment for three days.  Take one cup 2 times a day for one week.  👉 3. ASTHMA:  Get some seeds of mango, cut it into pieces and keep under the sun to dry. Grind to powder. Put one spoon of the powder into a glass cup of water, stir it and drink. Once in a day for 3-4 weeks . 👉 4. RHEUMATISM / ARTHRITIS:   Get 5 seeds of English pear (Avocado pear), cut into pieces and dry under the sun, grind to powder.  Mix with a glass of honey to form paste.  Take one spoon,3 times daily until the 6 days. 👉 5. HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE :  Get

1. Fight Cancer According to an investigation directed by the University of Guelph, red onions are the best in destroying bosom and colon cancer cells. These onions have elevated levels of quercetin and anthocyanin – two intensifies that add to this trademark. Onions actuate the pathways that incite the cancer cells to execute themselves. They make the earth troublesome for cancer cells to convey, and this inhibits their development. It was likewise discovered that individuals with the most elevated utilization of onions had the least cancer rates. As a preventative measure, you can have your burgers embellished with red onions. 2. Improve Heart Health The flavonoids in red onions can add to heart health. Onions are likewise rich in organosulfurs, which can help prevent heart disease. According to one Argentine investigation, intake of the organosulfur mixes found in onions can cut the danger of cardiovascular disease. Onions contain thiosulfinates that go about as common blood thinner

Politics / BY Nwafor Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State. …As APC disqualifies him, Ogiemwonyi, Iduoriyekemwen …Cites discrepancies in Gov’s certificates, names …Obaseki shuns appeal, says his disqualification, a mockery of democratic process …As Ize-Iyamu, Odubu, Obazee scale hurdle …Oyegun blows hot, says party would be punished in Edo …Go on appeal, Oshiomhole tasks Obaseki, others …Obaseki will win the guber election – Ojezue By Dapo Akinrefon; Omeiza Ajayi; Gabriel Enogholase & Ozioruva Aliu Governor Godwin Obaseki of Edo State was last night weighing different options and considering the party he would bear their flag in the September governorship election after the Prof. Jonathan Ayuba-led Screening Committee of the All Progressives Congress APC for the Edo state Governorship primary election disqualified him, as well as Engr. Chris Ogiemwonyi and Hon. Matthew Iduoriyekemwen. Sources close to the governor said a final decision would be taken today even as some politicians i

News / BY Nwafor President Buhari By Clifford Ndujihe, Dapo Akinrefon & Dirisu Yakubu Nigerians yesterday reacted to President Muhammadu Buhari’s Democracy Day broadcast,with some showering him praises while others gave him hard knocks. It didn’t address our problems — Afenifere The pan-Yoruba socio-political organisation, Afenifere, said it was more of a campaign outing because it failed to address the issues confronting the country. Afenifere National Publicity Secretary, Mr. Yinka Odumakin said: “The speech of the President on June 12 is more of a campaign outing. Where he should be giving reports of achievements, it was about declarations of intentions and promises of action. If you have failed to address corruption, security and economy in five years, what magic do you want to perform in one year? One year because the last two years would be about the politics of next elections. We do not see any concrete steps on the ground for future success. All we see leads to failure.” Op