In the fourth episode of her ‘Discovering Princess Shyngle’ vlog, Gambian actress, Princess Shyngle revealed that it was when she woke up and saw blood all over her bed that she realized she had lost her child.
In the video, shared on her YouTube page, she says,
“Everything happens for a reason and as much as the devil wants me to be angry with God right now, I won’t.”.
She went on to say, while in profuse tears,
“I lost my baby, she’s gone, The most painful thing on planet earth is to lose your child, whether the child is alive and you lose it, or the child is in your tummy when you lose it, it is the same pain.”
I know my baby is watching over me in heaven and that’s why she came for me to know her.
The actress went on to reveal that her man, Federic has been trying to call and reach her from jail, she said he’s been starving himself and trying to commit suicide.
“I messed up, but I still love him. When somebody is the love of your life, no matter how hard you try, you can’t just get over them just like that. I thought I could, but I can’t so I’m gonna unblock him and hear what he has to say”.
In course of her video, her husband, Federic calls Shyngle and apologizes for everything he has put her through. He asks for her forgiveness and says it’s his fault she’s had to deal with everything she’s going through. He thanks her for forgiving him, and promises to do her right.
The actress just went on to encourage anyone who’s going through something or going through ‘it’ to be strong. She says nothing is perfect, no perfect relationship, no perfect life, everybody is fighting a battle.
She also noted that she could have presented a perfect life of being in the States and engaged to her man, but she chose to share her story.
The founder and Senior Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre, Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo has asked Christians around the world to stay away from theories and claims of 5G being the Antichrist.
Pastor Ashimolowo, who admitted that he is not a scientist but a Pastor, stated that anytime there is a major shock around the world the church thinks it is the Antichrist. He went on to recount how the church thought Napoleon, Benito Mussolini, Hitler and many others were the Antichrist.
He also threw a shade at Pastor Chris who he said he is disappointed in for putting out a graph to show a link between 5G, Coronavirus and the Antichrist. He adviced everyone to stay indoors amid the lockdown over Coronavirus outbreak.
He concluded by stating that the world is facing a pandemic which Jesus spoke of in Mathew 24:8.
Former Lagos Governorship aspirant, Babatunde Gbadamosi has also apologized after he was spotted at a house party that actress, Funke Akindele organized for her husband, JJC Skillz 43rd birthday at their residence in Amen Estate in Lagos on Saturday, April 4.
It was earlier reported that the actress was arrested for violating the Lagos State Government’s order, which barred a public gathering of more 25 people.
Gbadamosi who was also spotted in the crowded house party, stated that he thought they were only going to see Funke Akindele and JJC’s family and staff at their house.
He however said he suffered a lapse in judgement after an unmentioned celebrity turned up with a number of people with him.
The former Governorship aspirant who disclosed that he supports the social distancing policy that has been put out by healthcare officials to curb the spread of Corona virus, added that everyone who attended the party is a resident of the estate.
The Nigeria Center for Disease Control NCDC and Dettol Nigeria, have both reacted after the Lagos state police command this evening arrested actress, Funke Akindele-Bello, for violating the Lockdown order in Lagos state.
Funke Akindele
Recall the Lagos State Government, in its effort to contain the spread of coronavirus, banned any gathering of more than 20 persons. However, Funke Akindele, who was used by the aforementioned to sensitize her fans and Nigerians on good practices that can help curb the pandemic, seemed to have flouted the rules after she held a houseparty to celebrate her husband, JJC Skillz birthday.
She was picked up by men of the Lagos state police command this evening while her husband, singer Naira Marley have been asked to come forward for questioning.
Shortly after the news of her arrest broke, Dettol Nigeria on its Twiter page, said as a responsible organization, it does not condone any breach of the guidelines on Covid-19 and are concerned about the turn of events. NCDC on its part said it has not engaged brand ambassdors as part of its response to COVID-19.
Dettol in a statement on its social media page stressed that the advert with Funke Akindele is a collaboration to help NCDC educate communities about the spread of Coronavirus.
The tweet read: “The NCDC partnered with Dettol on a public service message to educate our communities about preventive measures against COVID-19. Funke is not a brand ambassador of the NCDC.
“As a responsible organization and brand Dettol does not condone any breach of the guidelines on Covid-19. As an organization we are concerned at the turn of events.
“We will continue to support NCDC and the Nigerian govt to fight COVID-19.”
NCDC in a post on its Twitter page said the agency has not engaged any brand ambassador as part of its response to Covid-19.
The tweet read:
“As an agency of the Federal Government of Nigeria, NCDC has not engaged brand ambassadors as part of our response to Covid-19.
“We continue to emphasise that all Nigerians maintain social distancing to prevent the spread of #COVID19.Stay home and stay safe.”
Nollywood actress, Funke Akindele-Bello who was apprehended on Sunday, 5th of April by the Lagos state police command for disobeying the social distancing order given by the government, spent the night at the State Criminal Investigation Department SCID office in Panti, Lagos.
A police source confirmed that the actress’s husband, Abdulrasheed Bello aka JJC Skillz, who wasn’t available when she was picked up at their home, turned himself in and is currently with her in Panti.
The police source, who spoke to LIB, revealed that added that they would be arraigned in court this morning.
Nigerian singer, Naira Marley and some other guests at the party who the police have asked to report at the SCID for questioning are still being awaited.
The Lagos Infection Diseases Regulations 2020, prescribes a jail term of one month or N100,000 fine or both for any one found guilty of hosting gatherings or flouting the lockdown order.
The regulation act in part reads,
“Where there is a violation of a closedown or stay-at-home order, security agencies shall have the power to arrest without warrant and may detain any person, who violates the closedown or stay-at-home order, for at least 48 hours.
“Where the arrested person is found guilty, the person is liable to a fine of N100,000 or one month imprisonment or three months’ community service.”
Popular Nigerian author, Chiamanda Adichie has taken to her IG page to pen her thoughts on the Coronavirus pandemic the entire world is currently battling to contain.
Reflecting on the Coronavirus pandemic, Adichie disclosed that she is now reminded everyday of how fragile and breakable humans are. She disclosed that she is uneasy each time her husband who is a doctor leaves for work and each time her daughter coughs.
Read her post below ;
Last week, my family suffered a devastating tragedy, the very sudden death of my closest aunt, from a brain aneurysm. One day she was well and happy and the next day she was gone. Our time is filled with pain whose cause still does not feel fully true. We cry and yet we feel as though she is not really gone.??
??
And it is more surreal to grieve a sudden death in these strange times when the world has shut down, places once full are empty, heavy with the ghosts of silent gatherings, and across the world people are dying alone. Coronavirus is a menace in the air, a menace inside our heads. Every day I am reminded of how fragile, how breakable we are.??
??
My husband is a doctor and each morning when he leaves for work, I worry. My daughter coughs and I worry. My throat itches and I worry. On Facetime I watch my elderly parents. I admonish them gently: Don’t let people come to the house. Don’t read the rubbish news on whatsapp.??
??
This is a time to cope in the best way we can. There are moments when our spirits will sag. Moments when we will feel tired after doing absolutely nothing. But how can we not? The world as it is today is foreign to us. It would be strange not to be shaken to our core.??
??
I cannot imagine thinking of over-achieving, or of accomplishing more than usual, when all around you the world as you know it has changed, perhaps never to return to what it used to be. And yet we must continue to go on day by day. We must choose to live. And to do so we can set small goals. Like drink more water, if you’ve spent the past ten years wanting to be more hydrated. Like learn something every day, no matter how small. Like call loved ones – not text them, call them. Like help someone – with a small cash transfer, an encouraging message, a shared laugh.??
??
I believe in allowing myself to feel what I feel. But endless negative feelings are enervating. And so to manage it I give myself time to feel what I am feeling – an hour, or two, or three, or four – and then when the time is up, I try to push my mind into a different territory. It doesn’t always work. But it’s worth trying for when it does work.?
In these pandemic-blighted times, living with a medical professional who so far has diagnosed two positive cases, in an American state being told to brace itself for an onslaught of more cases, my goal is to feel anxiety but not allow it fester into paranoia. And what helps me is knowledge. The news can be emotionally exhausting, and can inflame anxiety, but it is important for me to educate myself. I am always careful about my news sources, and I always keep in mind that there is much still unknown about this coronavirus. I will share links to articles in my stories. ??? ???
And I make an effort not to read only about the coronavirus. I have just started reading ‘Selected Poems’ by Kenneth Fearing and a wonderfully honest memoir, ‘Minor Feelings: An Asian American Reckoning’ by Cathy Park Hong. ??? ???
I am listening to the great Bill Withers, may he rest in peace.??? ??? ???
I wish you all strength and as many moments of tranquility as possible. ???
Nigerian photographer, Seun O, who underwent a Coronavirus test after attending the 7th edition of the AMVCA weeks ago and confirmed that he tested positive for Coronavirus has been discharged after recovering from the disease.
The Documentary photographer who shared his recovery story on Instagram, appreciated everyone for their support while he was a patient at Yaba Isolation Center where he received treatment.
Seun wrote;
The elephant has left the building. #covid19defeated Firstly all glory belongs to God. I want to thank everybody that has shown support, stood in the gap in prayer, offered messages of encouragement. I miss my #LagosCovidGang2020 (ward mates) already. I can’t wait till they are all out. Thank you @lagosstategovt Special thanks to Prof Akin Abayomi the Commisioner of Health, what a great man.
Thank you to everyone at IDH Yaba my favourite health care professionals. Most importantly it is time for us to beat this together. Everyone stay home and stay safe. Let’s practice social distancing and good personal hygiene. God bless you all.
According to a new statement released, he is being admitted on his doctor’s advice.
He is reported to be in an NHS hospital in London where he will stay for “as long as needed”.
The statement reads in part
“On the advice of his doctor, the Prime Minister has tonight been admitted to hospital for tests. This is a precautionary step, as the Prime Minister continues to have persistent symptoms of coronavirus 10 days after testing positive for the virus.”
Oyo State Governor, Seyi Makinde has fully recovered and tested negative for coronavirus barely a week after he announced that he tested positive.
Sharing an update on his social media page, the Governor wrote ;
I am deeply moved by your prayers and support throughout this period. I am so thankful. This evening, I received my second negative test result for COVID-19. I especially thank Prof Temitope Alonge, who acted in my stead as Head of the Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force.
I am also grateful to all members of the Task Force for their cooperation during this time. I will be resuming my responsibility as Head of the Task Force from tomorrow.
I am deeply moved by your prayers and support throughout this period. I am so thankful. This evening, I received my second negative test result for COVID-19. I especially thank Prof Temitope Alonge, who acted in my stead as Head of the Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force. pic.twitter.com/p0Tn1iH0H1
Ubi Franklin has seemingly sent a scathing verbal attack down the way of reality star, Tacha after she lambasted him earlier on Sunday for talking down on her on his IG Live Session.
Ubi had revealed that Tacha had once begged him to use his connections to help her get into the Big Brother Naija house buy after he said he didn’t have she started insulting him.
The Music executive also opened up to Mercy that Tacha was one of the persons he NEVER wanted in the house.
In retaliation, Tacha took to her own IG live to blast Ubi, telling him to concentrate on his children and pay up the people he owes money. She also accused him of using her name to gain relevance.
On the latest update of the back and forth between Ubi and Tacha, the former has sent a subtle shade at the latter, referencing the infamous ‘body odor’ that the reality star is alleged to have.
Popular Instagram sensation, Fatherdmw has in a new interview, revealed how singer, Davido turned his life around as a bike-guy in Lekki who ran errands for the singer and his team.
According to Fatherdmw, he had to disguise as a woman to escape from Maiduguri to avoid being indoctrinated into Boko Haram before he met Davido who he used to run errands for in Lekki area of Lagos state.
In his interview, he revealed that he one day told Davido that he had no bike of his own and he said the singer bought him a brand new bike to start his own business.
He revealed during the interview that he later informed the OBO boss that he wanted to go to school but when he was asked for his documents, he revealed they were all in his hometown and would take him 2 days by road to get there.
He further revealed that the “Risky crooner” paid his school fees and booked a flight which he took to his village (his first time ever travelling by air).
Nollywood Actress, Funke Akindele has seemingly reacted following her arrest by the Lagos State Police for violating a lockdown order on Coronavirus.
The mother of two sent tongues wagging on Sunday after being spotted in a viral video hosting a crowded birthday party for her husband, JJC Skillz on his 43rd birthday.
Recall Yabaleftonline reported that the actress was arrested for violating restriction orders in Lagos. (Read Here)
However after her arrest, Funke wrote in a tweet she posted by 7:58pm;
The Government of Abia State has expressed sympathy over the death of a medical doctor who hailed from the state in the United States.
Dr Caleb Anya is among three Nigerians who have been confirmed to have died of the novel disease in America.
In a statement by Commissioner for Information in Abia on Sunday, John Kalu, the government said,
https://www.yabaleftonline.ng/tag/“Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, the government and entire people of our state mourn with the family, friends and relations of the late Dr Anya as well as the people of Ohafia where he hails from.
“His loss reminds us of the risk health workers in our state and globally take daily to protect the rest of us and we use this opportunity to once more salute their courage and sense of sacrificial service to others.
“Our prayer is that the Almighty God will continue to protect all of them even as we all work harder daily to provide those at the frontline of the battle against COVID-19 and other infectious diseases with necessary personal protective equipment to keep them safe.
“May the soul of Dr Caleb Anya and others who have lost their lives in this pandemic rest in the bosom of the Lord.”
In new confirmed reports, Nigerian actress, Funke Akindele Bello has been arrested by the Lagos State Police command over hosting a house party amid the Covid-19 lockdown order in the state.
Her arrest comes after a video of her and her husband throwing a birthday house party in their home made waves across the internet.
The video has since caused a serious stir on social media with a lot of people calling for the arrest of the actress, her husband and every other person who partook in the social gathering.
In a new report, the Lagos State Public Relations Officer, Bala Elkana, confirms that the actress has been taken to the State Criminal Investigation Department, Panti, Yaba.
“Yes, we have (arrested) Funke Akindele and we are looking for the others. She has been taken to SCID.”
were the words claimed to have been said by the PRO
It’s been revealed that authorities arrived in the estate where the actress lives —Amen Estate off Lekki-Epe Expressway— in about three patrol vehicles.
Though, Funke Akindele —who is an ambassador for the Nigerian Centre for Disease Control, NCDC and Dettol— has since apologized on her social media platforms, a statement from the spokesperson of the police command affirms her arrest.
The statement reads,
Funke Akindele arrested for violating restriction orders in Lagos
The Attention of Lagos State Police Command was drawn to a viral video showing a large number of persons mainly in the entertainment industry in an Estate, along Ajah, Ibeju-Lekki axis, Lagos celebrating a birthday party organised by Funke Akindele Bello and her husband.
Police detectives from the State CID Yaba were promptly drafted to the location.
Funke Akindele was arrested.
The statement also states that the police is in search for her hubby and Nigerian singer, Naira Marley.
Investigation is ongoing, efforts are intensified to arrest the remaining persons in the video, among whom are Azeez Fashola a.k.a Naira Marley and Abdul Rasheed Bello a.k.a. JJC Skillz.
They are in their best interests urged to report at the State CID Yaba on Monday 6th April, 2020 or risk being declared wanted.
The Lagos State Government had ordered that in light of the Corona Virus, there shouldn’t be more than 25 persons in a gathering as violation of this order has its penalties.
In the video of Funke Akindele and her husband, a number of people —including Naira Marley— which looked like they exceeded 25, were seen in the celebrity couple’s house.
The video caused a serious stir on social media as fans of the actress were disappointed that she being who she is, violated the law. Funke made a video apologizing for her and her husband’s misdemeanour, though stating that precautions were made before the house party.
A 23-year-old lady identified as Rejoice has committed suicide in the Mpape area of the Federal Capital Territory, Abuja, by drinking Sniper.
The incident, which occurred on Saturday, threw the entire area into confusion as neighbours battled to save her life.
SaharaReporters gathered that the deceased discovered that her boyfriend was having an affair with another lady and decided to take her own life out of anger.
It was also gathered that the deceased had always threatened to kill herself over the unfaithfulness of her boyfriend.
A resident of the area disclosed that Rejoice had been having financial difficulties to cater for her child, who she had for another man.
Her body was said to have been found in the bathroom and immediately rushed to a nearby hospital where she was confirmed dead on arrival.
Spokesperson for the FCT Police Command, Anjuguri Manzal, could not be reached when contacted by SaharaReporters as calls to his mobile numbers were not answered.
Nigeria’s billionaire businessmen, Femi Otedola, has called out Nigerians who are yet to fulfill their pledges to the COVID-19 relief fund.
Femi Otedola calls out individuals who are yet to fulfill their pledges to the COVID-19 Relief fund
Recall that immediately after the outbreak of Coronavirus in Nigeria, many wealthy Nigerians came out to publicly make donations towards the fight of the pandemic.
The account was set up at the Central Bank of Nigeria under the Private Sector Coalition Against COVID-19.
A list of the Nigerians who have fullfilled their pledges has been released. Posting the list on his IG page, Otedola who last year made a whooping N5 billion donation to the Save The Children Fund, called on others who are yet to redeem their pledges to do so.
He wrote:
Matching words with action is the hallmark of Integrity, hence my fufillment of my 1 Billion Naira Donation which has been published above by the Central Bank of Nigeria. My word is my bond and this has always been the bedrock on which my life is based. I salute the other contributors listed above who have honoured their pledge and call on those who are yet to fulfill their own pledges to this noble cause that will undoubtedly save lives …F.Ote”
See the list of Nigerians who have redeemed their pledge below.
Celebrity Bar Man, Cubana Chief Priest has shared his thoughts on the impact the coronavirus lockdown would have on marriages and families in general.
The self-acclaimed celebrity bar man is of the opinion that smart wives would use the opportunity to mend their marriages and as a result, the side-chics would suffer.
One of the post reads ;
Families are healing, sidechicks are worried, after this corona – Stay at home, most of their men won’t return again because the smart wife’s have used this opportunity to work on their man and give them joy, peace of mind and happinesss thereby taking their men back.
Men don finally know say family na all we got, this is like the longest time Marriages have been faithful, kids have spent the longest time ever with both parents.
In new reports, Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu has announced the recovery and discharge of five more patients of Covid-19 in the state.
The governor, who hours ago, revealed that one person had recovered and been discharged from the Isolation centre in Lagos, took to his social media page moments ago to announce the discharge of five more patients today, Sunday, 5th of April, 2020.
According to Sanwo-Olu, the discharged patients include a five year old. He wrote on his page,
Dear Lagosians, yesterday I announced the discharge of one more patient from our Infectious Disease Hospital, Yaba.
Today, I am happy to inform you that five more patients comprising two males and three females including a 10 year old girl have tested negative twice to #COVID19
These 5 patients have been discharged to reunite with their families. This brings to a total of 29, the number of patients who have fully recovered and have been discharged from our facility at Yaba.
Although, there is a strong indication that the State is winning the battle against #COVID19, it is imperative that we remain steadfast to curtail the spread.
I strongly advise that we continue to observe #Social_Distancing. Let us #StayHomeStaySafe to #SaveLives
I want to also use this opportunity to advise Lagosians against stigmatizing the discharged patients. We need to do all we can to support them to get over the experience as soon as possible.
Once again, I wish to thank our frontline health workers, members of the Lagos State Health Family and the Emergency Operation Centre for all their hardwork. You all have been nothing short of amazing.
In new photos and videos circulating the internet, it’s been reported that over 50 people have been arrested for violating the lockdown order given by the South African government.
A group of people played guests to a wedding in Enseleni, KwaZulu-Natal South Africa after the government of the country had asked all citizens to remain home to curb the spread of the Covid-19.
The wedding was in course when local authorities disrupted it and arrested everyone in attendance including the pastor who was officiating the matrimonial ceremony.
A post on Facebook that gave the report of the arrest alongside photos reads,
50 PEOPLE ARRESTED IN ENSELENI WEDDING DURING THE NATIONAL LOCKDOWN
The first week of the 21 Days of the National Lockdown has seen about 67 people arrested for not complying with the regulations as set by the national government to stop the Coronavirus spread.Today Police arrested 50 people who were attending a wedding including the Pastor.
In light of the lockdown order issued by the government to curb and contain the spread of the Corona Virus Disease, a lot social events have had to be put on hold or canceled due to the directive.
There’s been many cases of local authorities disrupting social gatherings as people have been warned not to engage in such so this couple look like they had to improvise and carry on with their wedding.
In a photo shared on Facebook by user, Tony Matinjah a groom and a bride are seen wearing their wedding ring inside what looks like a living room and according to Matinjah, we’re seeing the couple have their wedding ceremony inside a living room.
The user shared the photo with the caption,
Couples that got married in a living room in Taraba State.
Kindly wish them well.
You don’t need to postpone that wedding just yet.
#StaySafe #SitAtHome #HML #Wedding
A 36 year old man has reportedly died of novel Coronavirus in Lagos state. His death was announced by Lagos Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, on Twitter Sunday April 5.
According to the Commissioner, the deceased passed away on Saturday April 4 in a private facility. His tweet reads
We lost a #COVID19 patient ; a 36 year old Nigerian, male who died in a private facility on 4th April, 2020. Total number of #COVID19 patients who have died are now 2
One case was evacuated bringing total evacuated to 2 Let’s #StaySafe #ForAGreaterLagos
The death of this 36 year old makes the total mortality count, five cases in the country with over 190 active cases as at the time of filing this report.
The Lagos state police command have in a recent operation arrested a suspected ruitualist, one 30-year-old Dona Asogba in the Ikorodu area of the state.
A statement released by the police command spokesperson, Bala Elkana on Sunday April 5, stated that the suspect was arrested after residents of Panuse area, Okoafo in Ikorodu reported at Morogbo Police Station that Asogbo and his alleged accomplice, Peter Alogbo who is currently at large, have turned an uncompleted building in the community into a rituals’ den and that their activities has instill fear and panic in the community.
Bala revealed that a team of Police officers led by the Divisional Police Officer visited the scene. Items found in the uncompleted building include a mini size wooden coffin and all sorts of fetish items in their shrine.
The police spokesperson said investigation is still ongoing as efforts are being made to arrest the fleeing accomplice.
Popular Nigerian hitmaker, Patoranking has melted hearts online with a video of himself with his daughter that was shared on his social media page.
The singer, while sharing the video said to put his daughter, Wilmer to sleep, he’d have to pretend to also be asleep before she goes to sleep too.
But in this video, Wilmer wrapped her tiny little hands around him, probably conscious of the fact that he might leave her as soon as she falls asleep, so to make sure that doesn’t happens, she wraps her hands around him for assurance.
Realizing that his trick won’t work this time, the singer asks how he can leave the situation… he wrote,
I Pretend to be asleep So Wilmer can sleep ? Now she’s sleeping with her arms around Me ? meaning daddy You must sleep ?? How do I leave now? I thought I was wise ????
A Nigerian nurse in the United States who recovered from the dreaded Coronavirus, has opened up about her ordeal before recovering from the virus.
May Toba, a Nigerian United States-based nurse, mother of two and quite elated survivor of the Coronavirus, has relived her wrestle and recovery from the deadly disease.
She starts by saying,
People who are able to go to the hospital on time stand a better chance of surviving, but the thing is that they are asking people to self-quarantine because since it’s a virus, it will run its course and go by itself. Where it becomes complicated for many people is when they now have underlying illnesses like diabetes, asthma, cardiac problems, and pneumonia. I am diabetic, that’s what made mine worse.”
According to May, her Covid-19 ordeal all started with a temperature…
“I was having a bit of temperature; I own a thermometer, so I checked myself and found that it was 38.4. Usually, temperature is supposed to be between 35 and 37.5. I checked the first day, took paracetamol; I kept monitoring it daily and it kept increasing.
“The next day, I decided to go shopping with my son. I didn’t isolate because, to be honest, I was in denial that it could be Coronavirus. I thought it was common cold and general body weakness. By this time, people in London were panic-buying. Everybody was rushing to buy tissues and other things. So, I went shopping with my son, so that if London shuts down over the weekend, we would have food at home.
“I live in South-East London, so as we got to Woolich, I was short of breath and also couldn’t walk long distance without stopping to sit somewhere.
When we got home, I asked my son to offload the things we bought, that I needed to go to the hospital because I was having signs of COVID-19.
I drove down to the hospital where I work. I work in Accident and Emergency and we are the front-liners. Everything comes through our doors.
“On getting there, my colleague said to me: ‘May, you should know better. These are flu-like symptoms. Why don’t you just stay at home for seven days instead of coming to the hospital?’ I told her I wasn’t feeling right at all and that if I was, I wouldn’t come to the hospital.
“Being that I work in the hospital, they rushed me straight, took my samples, and did all my blood tests and x-rays. The COVID-19 test takes 48 hours before the result comes out. They started diagnosing it through the patient’s x-ray. When they do your chest x-ray, they can see from your lungs if there’s fluid in the lungs.
They detected fluid in my lungs and saw that it had started collapsing already. The doctor immediately told me that he’s going to intubate me and place me on a ventilator to allow my lungs rest. I agreed and was injected. That was the last I knew of what happened until four days later.
“According to my colleagues, I was incubated and sent to ICU. I woke up four days later and was told the water in my lungs had already dried up and the blood test had become better. They did another swab and it was negative, that’s how I was discharged.
When she was asked if she can trace how she got infected, May said,
“On the 13th, I worked with COVID-19 people. My matron and I were trying to see if it was on that shift I contracted it. I still think it was that shift; because that day, we had about five COVID-19 patients and we weren’t properly dressed at the time, because the WHO hadn’t told us what to wear.
It was the week I was sick that they now decoded that anybody attending to patients with any form of respiratory illness should gown up.
“I would say my symptoms took five days to show because I worked on the 13th and was admitted at the hospital on the 19th. But, you never can tell with this virus. I could have contracted it on the train on my way to work; it could have been brought home from school by any of my children. But I’m grateful to God that he didn’t allow COVID-19 kill me while trying to save others.
Asked if she had her children tested, May answered in the negative,
“They didn’t have to be tested because they don’t have any underlying illness and they have not shown symptoms. The government said there is no need for them to be tested. Sadly, a 13-year-old died in London yesterday and he didn’t have any underlying illness. He’s the youngest that has died in London so far. Every day, the death toll is keeps rising.”
Nollywood actress Mercy Aigbe, is feeling the effects of the coronavirus pandemic and she has offered a prayer for the plague to pass.
According to the mother of two, the virus is no respecter of anyone, rich or poor.
She wrote on her IG Page ;
”This Corona Virus is the great equalizer, it doesn’t know the rich or the poor! The young or old! The fat or skinny! The beautiful or ugly! The white or black! … etc , cos truth is we are all in this together and all equal before God!… Father lord pls take away this plague, heal our lands oh lord ? #stayhomestaysafe”
Nollywood Actress, Funke Akindele has taken to her Instagram page to apologize to her fans and friends for hosting a house party despite the lockdown order amid the coronavirus pandemic.
She explained that she’ll never intentionally mislead anybody in this perilous times.
She however stood her ground that everybody that was present at the party was part of the filming cast/crew of a project that’d been in works before the lockdown (Naira Marley included).
Funke added that Naira Marley insisted on staying behind even after the Government announced the lockdown.
She concluded by apologizing and promising to practice what she preaches.
Sharing the video which was over 3 Minutes, she wrote ;
Dear Friends, I really have to do this!!
I hear you all and I acknowledge all your honest feedback.
I also thank you for your concerns, well wishes and calls. I am sorry and hope this video offers some explanation.
Nigerian Singer, Davido has reacted to the large donations that have been made to curb the spread of coronavirus in Nigeria, asking the government to put the funds to good use.
On Friday, contributions to the Private Sector Coalition Against COVID-19 (CACOVID) set up by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) to raise funds to combat Coronavirus hit N19.488 billion up from the N15.325 billion earlier collected.
Reacting to the donations received so far, Davido whose fiancee and mother of his son, Chioma recently tested positive to the virus, shared a breakdown of the donations on his instagram page and wrote :
‘❤️ to everyone else that contributed !! Now let’s make sure the government puts these funds to good use !!!.
A 36-year-old man, Bryan Indimuli has been confirmed dead after being stabbed by his 25-year-old wife, Joy Indeche at their residence in Ikoli Village in Malava Constituency, Kakamega County of Kenya.
Father of the deceased, John Indimuli said the incident occurred after his son complained that Indeche tripped over a chair and the ugali (maize porridge eaten in east and central Africa) she was carrying fell on the floor.
He said;
“My son suspected his wife had taken alcohol, hence her wobbly feet, which led to her tripping over and resulting in the fall of the ugali”
Following her husband’s attempt to cane her, Indeche picked a kitchen knife and drove it into his abdomen repeatedly. The lady stabbed her husband multiple times before turning the kitchen knife on herself. She is currently fighting for her life at Kakamega County Referral Hospital, where she was rushed to by their neighbours.
Ikoli Assistant Chief Walter Moses Namutali said;
“Her intestines were ripped out.”
John Indimuli admitted that his son’s marriage was filled with unending conflicts. He told K24TV;
“One year ago, the two had gone separate ways before reuniting. My son had married Indeche when she had a daughter from a previous relationship. The two would, thereafter, got a son together.”
Mzee Indimuli, a police officer in Busia County revealed that they buried the deceased on Saturday night, in compliance with the county government’s directive on burials during this period of COVID-19 crisis.
