Juventus forward Paulo Dybala has confirmed he and his girlfriend Oriana Sabatin have tested positive for coronavirus, though he says neither of them are displaying any symptoms.
The Argentina international was tested for the disease last week and is currently self-isolating at home.
“Hi everyone, I just wanted to inform you that we have received the results for the Covid-19 test and both Oriana and I have tested positive,” Dybala posted on Twitter.
“Luckily we are in perfect condition. Thanks for your messages.”
A statement on the Juventus website read: “Paulo Dybala has undergone medical tests that revealed a positive result for Coronavirus-Covid 19. He has been in voluntary home isolation since Wednesday, March 11.
“He will continue to be monitored, following the usual regime. He is well and is asymptomatic.”
Dybala is the third Juventus player to test positive for the coronavirus after Daniele Rugani and Blaise Matuidi.
Award winning actress, Bukunmi Oluwashina has reacted to reports that she is a lesbian.
The Nollywood thespian debunked the rumours saying that even though she dresses like a Tomboy she is not in any way a lesbian and that she has numerous boyfriends.
The actress who recently became a producer cum director after she worked on her personal project titled “Traffic”, made the statement in a chat with newsmen.
She said;
“Tom boy does not mean you are a lesbian, as a matter of fact, I don’t get to keep girlfriends (Female friends) closer like I do keep my boy friends. The closest people around me are all guys, plenty. And all we do is to discuss business not prick (Laughs). Productive conversation is the only thing that can get me addicted to someone. I’m not that romantic like people think. I’m a freaking introvert”.
“But When its time for you all to meet my man, when he shows up, you probably see him. Not promising though because I love a private life. I always don’t like talking about or posting the most beautiful part of my life on the media, because people ruin beautiful things. I kinda have anthropophobia. But God would help me when that time comes sha. The most important thing now is hustle”, she added.
Onyinyechi Nmecha, a recent Computer Science graduate of Nnamdi Azikwe University (UNIZIK) took to her Facebook page to share her inspiring story.. and it’d bring you close to tearrs!
Onyinyechi says she was the Best Graduating student from Computer Science in UNIZIK, and she’s sharing her story with hopes it’d inspire someone.
“About a week ago, I was joined by families, friends and well wishers to celebrate the 14th Convocation ceremony of Nnamdi Azikiwe University Awka .The event to me was not just to participate in the Convocation ceremony but also celebrate myself and and everyone who contributed in the journey as I was awarded the best graduating student from my department (Computer Science Department).While family and friends + the entire Zuckerville was celebrating me, I was busy reflecting on not just what has past but also what’s ahead of me.
The journey from being a sales girl to finding myself at NAU prescience, Mbaukwu to joining other 2015 freshers to being a bunkie at Unizik female hostel, to building a Technology platform focused on changing the educational sector accross the globe starting from Africa, to finding myself at Florida, United States of America to being the #BGS from my department.I have pondered on so many #To-Dos including what the future holds for nwa Nmecha.
I counted my blessings and couldn’t name the ones to come, I remembered thousands of friends who stood behind me as I walked through the journey of who I am today. Indeed I have the best of friends. I counted and recounted the doors shut before me, opportunities missed and the ones I couldn’t attempt.With lots of expectations from family and the society, I know I have gotten myself into something bigger than the little picture I have painted but I trust with God, I can do all things through him that strengthens me.
The younger siblings are looking up to big sis, the entire community are hopeful, the church is waiting for the return, I couldn’t hold but become #RadicallyIntentional.Special thanks to God almighty, my ever loving parents and siblings, my super supportive lecturers especially Solu Onyesolu, my office supermen and women, the Extraclass Team, the ZuckerFam, Hon. Maria Ude Nwachi, Hon. Nonso Smart Okafor, Chu KA, Pascal Okeke, Chukwunonso Nzekwe, the Abịa State government, the Tony Elumelu Foundation, My Bigger Boss Jide Awe, The Nigeria Association of Computer Science Students (NACOSS National), The Nigeria Computer Society (NCS), the Computer Professionals of Nigeria (CPN), the Young Innovators of Nigeria (YIN), the Startup Anambra Team, the YALI Anambra team, and so many of you too numerous to mention.Chukwu goziere m unu niile.
Thank you for your wishes and prayers. God bless you once again.As the journey to becoming a new me just began, I am intentionally focused on creating this new version but also trusting God for what he can do.#LetsKeepBuilding#OnyinyechiNmech“
A Nigerian man has been confirmed dead while preparing for his wedding today March 21 in Jos, Plateau State capital.
Recounting how the incident occurred, an eyewitness said the deceased identified as Samuel Yarling had gone to pick his wedding suit at his sister’s house at about 12am but slumped and sustained a slight bruise on his head.
Samuel was treated at a nearby patent medicine store before leaving for a guest house where he was expected to sleep in. However upon arriving the guest house, he began vomiting uncontrollably. Samuel who was then rushed to Bingham University Teaching Hospital for treatment, was confirmed dead on arrival.
Samuel Yarling was preparing to marry his bride, Miss Helen Weze, a nurse who according to the family is currently on admission at the Bingham University Teaching Hospital (BHUT) after going into shock on learning about her soon-to-be husband’s death. The couple’s wedding was scheduled to hold at ECWA Seminary Church Faringada, Jos.
Meanwhile late Samuel’s friends have taken to Facebook to mourn his death.
Nathaniel Audu wrote;
Samuel Yarling was my colleague while at the Airtel Customer Care Centre. He was a jovial jolly good fellow. We kept in touch even after ‘retiring’ from the call center we chatted and often joked about life and marriage. Recently his pre-wedding pictures sprung up and i was super happy for him. I teased him and we laughed after which i wished him well.
Today was meant to be one of his happiest days but as fate would have it, he slummed and died today while getting ready for the great event.
Its been a day of sober reflection. Life is empty. Life is full of mysteries. May God heal and console all those grieving around the world.
May he grant us the wisdom to number our days and be straight in our dealings. Indeed this is not our home.
Macky Moses wrote;
WHAT A WORLD! A groom-to-be, Mr Samuel Yarling, of Lamingo, Jos, has reportedly died on his wedding day leaving his bride-to-be and both families devastated. The wedding which was slated for March 21 been today,at the ECWA Church Seminary, had sent two families into mourning after the sudden death of the groom.
Late Yarling was set to marry his beautiful damsel, Miss Helen Weze, a nurse, who according to the family is currently on admission at the Bingham University Teaching Hospital (BHUT) after going into shock, on learning about her soon-to-be husband’s death.
The federal government has barred international flights from coming into the country hours after the Minister of Health Osagie Ehanire announced that 10 new cases of coronavirus has been confirmed, bringing to the total cases in the country to 22 (two have been discharged).
Recall LIB reported earlier that in a bid to curb the spread of coronavirus, the federal government ordered the closure of three international airports in the country. The affected airports are Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano; Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu; and the Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa.
However following the confirmation of 10 cases of coronavirus in the country today March 21, the federal government has also barred international flights from coming into Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja effective Monday March 23 to April 23 2020.
This was confirmed in a statement released today by the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) and signed by Musa Nuhu (NCAA Director General).
The statement reads;
“Further to our earlier letter on restriction of international flights into Nigeria, we wish to inform you that effective Monday 23 March at 2300Z to 23 April at 2300z, Murtala Muhammed Airport, Lagos (DNMM) and Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport Abuja (DNAA) will be closed to international flights,” the statement read.
“This is in addition to the closure of Mallam Aminu Kano International Airport, Kano (DNKN); Akanu Ibiam International Airport, Enugu (DNEN); and Port Harcourt International Airport, Omagwa (DNPO) effective Saturday, 21 March at 2300Z.
“Henceforth, all airports in Nigeria are closed to all incoming international flights with the exception of emergency and essential flights.”
NCAA further revealed that domestic flights would continue operations at all airports across the nation.
This is sad! According to reports making the rounds, veteran Yoruba film maker, Gbenga Ajumoko has reportedly lost his life to the cold hands of death.
This is coming after he was reportedly down with a chronic ailment.
Recall that on October, last year, it was reported that the thespian was critically ill. The Ogun state born actor was hospitalized in Sagamu Remo where he was reportedly diagnosed with diabetes and Hypertension which got his two kidneys affected.
His demise is a big shock to the Nollywood industry, especially the Yoruba aspect. May his soul rest in peace, amen.
It was a tale of Joy turning into Sorrow as a Groom reportedly slumped and died on his wedding day in Jos, Plateau State.
The deceased’s friend took to facebook to eulogize the late groom and it was really a sad one.
His post reads ;
Samuel Yarling was my colleague while at the Airtel Customer Care Centre. He was a jovial jolly good fellow. We kept in touch even after ‘retiring’ from the call center we chatted and often joked about life and marriage. Recently his pre-wedding pictures sprung up and i was super happy for him. I teased him and we laughed after which i wished him well.
Today was meant to be one of his happiest days but as fate would have it, he slummed and died today while getting ready for the great event.
Its been a day of sober reflection. Life is empty. Life is full of mysteries. May God heal and console all those grieving around the world.
May he grant us the wisdom to number our days and be straight in our dealings. Indeed this is not our home.
Days ago, Social media was buzzing about the news of a certain man/Nigerian celebrity who had symptoms of coronavirus, but attended the 7th edition of the AMVCA, last weekend.
Now, a certain Nigerian man has now gone public with his side of the story.
Yesterday, there were reports about how a certain documentary producer, Ifeoma Chukwuogo warned of a suspected case of coronavirus who may have attended the AMVCA and interacted with a number of Nigerian cebrities.
According to her, the man who flew in from the United Kingdom showed symptoms of corronavirus, and he has refused to get himself tested.
Now, the said guy, identified as Seun O, has confirmed that he has been feeling unwell since Sunday March 15, barely a day after self-isolating.
Seun disclosed that he was referred to the Lagos State Government after he went to Lagoon hospital in Victoria Island to get tested.
He also confirmed that screenshots of a Whatsapp chat which has gone viral online was a conversation he had with a friend.
See the whatsapp conversation below;
Serving an update, the documentary photographer said a medical team was sent over by the NCDC to get him tested after he spoke to Lagos State Commissioner for health.
A search on his Instagram page also confirmed that he attended the 2020 AMVCA. Here is a photo of him and commediene Wofai Fada at the awards below;
There was pandemonium recently at the Nigerian Immigration office, Alagbon Close, Lagos, after a Chinese woman fell down and started vomiting in the public.
Police officers, military personnel, passport seekers, officers of the Immigration and visitors reportedly ran away from the scene without looking back.
According to the Sun, the incident was as if death had visited the place.
The lady was said to have come to the operations department for some visa issues wearing.
She was also said to have come on Thursday but she could not finish with what she came to do so she repeated her visit on Friday.
Coming back on Friday, she was said to have removed her mask and she was being attended to , she started feeling dizzy ,fell down and started coughing and vomiting.
Everybody, both security personnel, workers and visitors ran away not looking back.
The staff said the worst thing was that the health emergency failed to respond to the emergency even after they had promised that they were coming as they held the Chinese woman.
Nigeria’s capital, Abuja, has recorded three cases of COVID-19.
According to a report by THE PUNCH, the index case is an official of the Federal Inland Revenue Service and was one of the passengers on the British Airways’ flight that landed on March 13, 2020.
It was learnt that two other cases of COVID-19 were confirmed.
A medical doctor told The PUNCH that the three patients had been moved to the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital.
He said, “The bad news is that three samples from the FCT (Federal Capital Territory) suspected cases tested positive for coronavirus. We have got in touch with the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital and we are moving them immediately. We will give more details as soon as possible concerning their flights, contact tracing, and other protocols.
“COVID-19 is in Abuja now. One of the passengers on the British Airways’ flight works with the FIRS and he is among those who tested positive. His wife tested negative. We are hoping that all biometric sign-in at the FIRS headquarters in Wuse Zone 5 stops with immediate effect.”
Confirming the incident, NCDC via their official twitter account wrote; “@Fmohnigeria has confirmed 10 new cases of #COVID19 in #Nigeria. Of the 10 new cases, 3 are in the Federal Capital Territory and 7 are in Lagos. 9 out of the 10 cases have travel history outside Nigeria in the last one week. The 10th case is a close contact of a confirmed case”
All new cases have mild to moderate symptoms, and are being managed at the University of Abuja Teaching Hospital and Infectious Disease Hospital, Lagos.
We urge the public to remain calm and adhere to social distancing and other measures in place
Nigerian Artist, Seun has finally submitted himself to the Nigerian Center for Disease Control, NCDC, in order to get tested for Covid19.
”About to get tested,” he wrote as he shared the video on his social media page.
See video below ;
Recall on 19th, March 2020, controversial investigate journalist, Kemi Olunloyo revealed that one of the Nigerian celebrities at the AMVCA tested positive for CoronaVirus.
”If U attended #AMVCA2020 and a V.I nightclub last weekend PLS #StayHome at least 7-14 days and #selfquarantine urself. Fever, chills, coughing, sneezing pls get tested, wear mask and stay safe. Isolate yourself, wash hands and pls Celebrities DON’T CALL ME! #CoronaVirusNigeria,”She wrote on twitter.
A BIG Nigerian Celebrity has tested positive for #Covid19. Just like the foreign ones announced, wait for the MSM. Fans don't like me talking about their fave Celebrities. They ask me to mind my business so pls WASH YOUR HANDS and stay away from Celebrities #CoronaVirusUpdate
Nigerian Footballer, Odion Ighalo’s wife Sonia has reverted to her maiden name “Adesuwa”, weeks after she shaded her husband over his sister’s death.
Sonia ignited speculation of a marital crisis after she dropped shades via her Instastory, in which she alleged that her husband staged a party barely a week after he lost his sister.
Though she quelled claims of going through a divorce with her footballer husband via an Instatory post which read “to those of u panicking….Jude and I are still traditionally and above all legally married, No leave no transfer”, she has however reverted to her maiden name after he ignored her birthday yesterday, March 20.
Sonia whose Instagram handle was @sjighalo24 before now, now goes with @desuwa30 on same social media platform.
Nollywood actress Olaitan Sugar has taken to social media to curse her ex-boyfriend, Segun Mayanna, after the latter commented on her Instagram post.
The actress had taken to her page in search of a lady she acted with in past years, and interestingly her ex-boyfriend took to the comment section of the post to blast her.
”Please who knows her whereabouts? I don’t know why i can’t just get my mind off her, funny enough i never met her but i love her and i remember casting her for my first movie in 2012 AREMO ITE but unfortunately all efforts in reaching out to her proved abortive. I just hope she’s doing well ? Pls help reach out to her ? “
Responding to her, the man identified as Segun wrote:
You no know any of her family members? She is a wise woman unlike you that advertise herself on the social media, she is on a low key building her home, no distractions.
In her response to his comment, the actress revealed that the man is pain just because she refused his proposal and he has been stalking her all the time.
Former Minister of Education, Oby Ezekwesili has asked Nigerians to brace up and begin to practice financial prudence as the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic ‘will be severe in Nigeria.’
Taking to her twitter handle, the former Vice President of the World Bank, wrote
”Brace up, Fellow Citizens. Brace up. The economic impact of the #CoronaVirusPandemic will be severe on our country. But do not despair. Make sound personal and household financial choices. Rearrange and realign personal and family Priorities immediately. Keep the Faith’.’
As part of measures to contain the spread of Coronavirus in the state, the Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has ordered the immediate closure of nightclubs, bars and other social gatherings.
Governor Sanwo-Olu gave the directive today when he spoke at a press briefing. He said following extensive consultations with various religious leaders, the state government has also directed immediate suspension of gatherings of not more than 50 people.
He advised Lagosians to avoid any form of gathering either academic, social, family, professional, political or religious.
This means that gatherings around our event centres and clubs, both day clubs and night clubs, bars etc are also affected by this directive,” he said.
The West African Examinations Council (WAEC) in Nigeria has postponed the conduct of the West African Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE) for school candidates, 2020, until further notice. It was earlier scheduled to commence on April 6, 2020.
A statement released by the council’s Head of National Office in Nigeria, Patrick Areghan, on Friday March 20th, said the decision was as a result of the impact of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and the “serious implications” it has for the conduct of the WASSCE for school candidates.
“This decision is a demonstration of the organisation’s concern and support for the various protocols being put in place by the Federal and State Governments of Nigeria and the governments of the other member countries ti check the spread of the disease,” the statement in part read
Nollywood actress, Uche Elendu has asked her fans and followers on Social media to make peace with God and calm their panic over the spread of the novel Corona Virus.
The single mother of two shared her concern over the level of unsafeness of everyone who is liable to contract the deadly virus.
Uche Elendu shared the image above and wrote ;
“This is unexplainable but if you’ve suffered for something that is absolutely no fault of yours, then you can relate. We blamed HIV on sexual misconduct, kidney issues .. that one don use cigar kill himself, cancer, haa that one too dey chop processed foods, Now corona virus… that one dey shake hands?? ??Guys lets wake up to reality, the signs are there, we all need to make peace with God and be positive instead of creating panic. Wash your hands thoroughly Use hand sanitizers..
Stay hydrated. Observe social distance..Dont shake hands or hugs. PRAY PRAY PRAY PRAY. May the good lord see us through this? .”
Everyone worldwide is feeling the heat in the wake of the coronavirus pandemic.
Tiwa Savage has said she’s going back to her sex toys, after spending previous nights alone.
Taking to her Instagram story, the singer wrote, “No cuddle buddy. Lonely nights. Time to charge them toys”
Meanwhile, Daddy Freeze wants you all to know that the greatest miracle ever conceived on earth is science.
The OAP took to his Instagram to diss Nigerians who are obsessed with ‘deliverance healing houses’, noting that religion has now taken a back seat during this time of coronavirus pandemic.
“All the deliverance healing houses are closed, while the real healing houses–the hospitals, are open! It is now clear that medical science is the greatest ‘healing’ miracle,” he wrote.
Singer, Waje took to her Instagram to make a surprising announcement, saying she is going on self-isolation over fears she might have the virus.
This comes after investigative journalist, Kemi Olunloyo made a revelations made a top celebrity in Nigeria has tested positive to Coronavirus.
Recall that Kemi Olunloyo warned Nigerians and celebrities who attended the recent AMVCA award night and a night club Victoria Island to isolate themselves immediately, because of the top celebrity in Nigeria who tested positive to Coronavirus.
After the report, singer Waje who attended the award night took to social media to declare to her teeming fans that she is embarking on self-isolation.
She shared a video explaining the reasons she is on self-isolation, with the caption:
“Self isolation?
Well no reason to panic, just help me tag people that deliver groceries so I can buy a few things.
Better safe than sorry. holidaymode #staysafe and #washyourhands”.
A Video making the rounds on social media shows the moment popular clergyman, Odumeje, visited a shopping mall in Enugu and caused a major frenzy.
At a time when Nigerians and indeed the entire World are being advised to practice Social Distancing, it would not be expected to see a large gathering of people – However for shoppers at a mall in Enugu, they didn’t go by those rules.
Odumeje seemingly showed his benevolent side as he sprayed raw cash in the air and it caused a scene as the shoppers sought to grab as much as they could lay their hands on.
Reacting to the information going round, that a popular celebrity photographer who attended African Magic Viewers Choice Awards has tested positive to Coronavirus, Big Brother Naija 2018 housemate, Alex Unusual whose real name is Alexandra Sandra Asogwa Amuche has called out the colleagues she hugged at the event night.
The news of the celebrity with Coronavirus attending AMVCA was first made public by controversial journalist, Kemi Olunloyo, before another lady, added that Nollywood needs to shut down and those that attended #amvca2020 advised to self isolate.
On that note, Alex Unusual took to Instagram to express her fears and worries.
Alex shared quite a classy video and wrote, “l Sneaking in now that people are asleep to say something because my own always puts me in trouble when people are awake ?. I would have shut up o but, ??I forcefully stayed home yesterday and I almost lost my sanity to boredom which lit a “justdoit candle in my brain. This is me walking into this weekend with no fear because I heard Coro bobo attended #amvca2020 . Can’t tell how true it is but I know I didn’t leave my room except to that corridor to “smark pishure” and when I sneaked back into my car with my one toe and drove straight home. I didn’t go close to the hall neither did I step into the party and so did many of our celebrirrrrriiieess so don’t even face me ?. Although I had an after parrry in my room with my parrry rice and Aladdin. See darlings, let’s just stay clean and safe. #socialdistancing ??. #stayathomechallenge Day 1.Forgive me @medlinboss for wasting this dress. Meanwhile, dm @medlincouturecollection dress available for order. Wait wait wait ??. I said hi to people before I got to my room ??♀️. Even in the elevator!!!!! Oh my God !! I’m self isolating ??♀️??♀️??♀️. #myamvca vlog will be on Youtube soon sha. If you troll me this night, you are either a witch or a wizard or both. *drops mic ? *. Ehen , @nancyisimeofficial did I hug or shake or wave ? @beverly_osu did I …….??. I can’t even remember who and who I hugged. I even went for @swankyjerry ‘s and met party. Mtchew , what am I even saying?, I’m not going out again ???#coronavirus”
Veteran Nollywood actress, Shan George is no stranger to controversies and scandals, but she continues to soar in her endeavours.
The beautiful movie icon, who was recently appointed by the governor of Cross River State to be the Chairman of the Callywood Board had been married thrice and divorced.
Although a grandmother, the 49 year old actress shares her marriage fears when asked if she has plans to give marriage another shot.
“Marriage! Hmmm..to be very fair, one of the reasons that would make me not to consider marrying again is because I am scared. I am an only child and all my life, I have always defended myself by myself, because it was just me. When people bully me, I man up and challenge them. So, right now, little things that seem like a threat to me, I could possibly overreact. It might have to take someone who truly sees me as a sister for anything marriage to happen again. I am just scared, let me carry my cartons of trouble and maintain my lane,”
Former BBNaija housemate, Diane Yashim, better known as Diane Russet, has been one of the most daring former housemates in social circles.
In a recent interview with The Punch, the actress who recently turned 24 revealed that she once “hated God” because of some of the trying times she faced after the death of her father.
She said, “My mother’s prayers have been working for me. I didn’t know that the love I’m getting was going to be so overwhelming and I’m surprised about everything.
“I remember crying more than I prayed. I remember questioning God and for a couple of years, I hated God if that makes any sense. It was difficult for me to get back to where I was with God because I struggled to pray. You know, I lost my dad.
“School wasn’t going fine and I had a lot of setbacks. But looking at things now, I feel that I had to have gone through that phase to be where I am today. That’s why I appreciate things now and I won’t trade my journey so far for anything now.
“My mum has been really supportive because she believes in me. She understands why I’m passionate about my career and has never complained that I’m overdoing things. It’s been all positive vibes from her and even people in the northern part of the country (where I come from) have been very supportive, to my surprise.”
Also speaking relationship with other ex-housemates, Diane Russet said, “I am friends with all the housemates; together, we are a ‘vibe’. We act like brothers and sisters and care for one another. I personally have a genuine love for all the ex- housemates. All that happened at my birthday bash was just us having fun as we had always done while in the house.”
“I found a sister I never had in Mercy Eke. Initially, I didn’t think I would be close to her but I can’t help loving her; she’s really a nice person. She pushes and inspires me to do things that I didn’t know I could do.”
President Buhari has reiterated the commitment of his administration to the welfare of Nigerians especially with the current happenings around the world.
Speaking while receiving the management of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) in State House, President Buhari said:
“I am pleased that you are working with the Ministry of Health on protecting our citizens from Covid-19 virus. You must work to guarantee the safety and security of our pilgrims. As a government, this is now a key priority for us. I therefore enjoin you to ensure that adequate medical provisions and other welfare requirements are afforded our pilgrims,” he said.
The President expressed his delight with the operations of the Commission so far especially, the reduction to up to 15 per cent in Hajj fares.
“I am pleased to hear of the progress you have made thus far especially in reducing Hajj fares by up to 15 per cent. I am also impressed that you are still working to further bring down the cost next year. This is commendable now especially with the recent global events that have impacted on the economy. Such savings will be timely and most welcome to the pilgrims as well as to Nigeria’s economy,” he said.
“However, as you assess and reduce these costs, you must ensure that quality service and comfort are provided for our pilgrims as these are the core mandates of your Commission and must remain your primary goal,” he said.
The Anambra state police command have arrested 75-year- old man, Raphael Mbanyereude aka Papa Okoye, pictured above, for allegedly defiling two sisters aged two and four in Okija, Ihiala Local government area of Anambra state.
In a statement released today Friday March 20th, the spokesperson of the state police command, Haruna Mohammed, said the aged man was arrested following a report by the mother. He said the Commissioner of Police, John Abang, has ordered for immediate transfer of the case to the State CID for discreet investigation.
“On the 17/3/2020 at about 11:am, following a formal complaint, Police operatives attached to Okija Division arrested one Raphael Mbanyereude alias (Papa Okoye)’m’ aged 75years of Okija in Ihiala Local Government Area of Anambra State. Suspect allegedly had unlawful carnal knowledge with two minors all females, aged 2 and four years(Children of same parent) respectively.
The dastardly act was discovered by the Children’s mother when she saw her children crying and holding their private parts. She then became curious and checked only to discover water coming out and their private parts became reddish as well.
Meanwhile, victims were taken to the hospital for medical examination where laceration of their hymen was confirmed.Suspect has voluntary confessed to the crime. The CP enjoins parents to strictly monitor their children in order to avert similar ugly incidents.” the statement read
The Italian man who brought the deadly COVID-19 virus to Nigeria has been discharged after testing negative for the virus.
This was disclosed by Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu on Friday night on his verified twitter handle. Sanwo-Olu wrote:
As the COVID-19 Incident Commander for Lagos State, I am glad to inform you that the index case, the Italian gentleman is now negative.
Through a combined effort of Lagos State, Ogun State and Federal Health Authorities, we were able to limit the transmission of the virus to a single contact.
This involved aggressive contact tracing and containment strategies. However we now have several new imported cases and we hope to apply the same contact tracing strategy along with social distancing to slow down the outbreak which may be brewing from these new cases.
The index patient consented to donating one unit of white blood (otherwise called plasma) before he was discharged today. The blood plasma is rich in antibody proteins that target #COVID19 virus.
The white blood plasma is frozen in our Bio-bank and will be useful in handling new cases.
The blood plasma will be beneficial for the treatment of new patients in the absence of a defined therapeutic drug for #COVID19 yet.
The index patient appreciated the exceptional care and support given to him by staff of the mainland infectious Disease Hospital,Yaba, all members of the EOC / @followlasg.
The EOC team was extremely happy to bid the patient farewell.
Once again, we would like to convey the enthusiasm of our team to do the very best possible in handling incidents of Coronavirus.
The Lagos State government says hospitals in the state have begun receiving patients suffering from Chloroquine overdose. Recall that US President Donald Trump announced on Thursday March 19th that the drug is a possible cure for Coronavirus. Some Nigerians immediately rushed to the pharmacists to purchase and drink Chloroquine as a preventive measure.
The Lagos State government, through the Senior Special Assistant (SSA) on Health, Dr. Oreoluwa Finnih was quoted by the Chief Press Secretary to the governor, Mr Gboyega Akosile, as saying that some hospitals in the state are now treating patients who took too many quantities of chloroquine, leading to poisoning. Finnih urged residents of the state to desist from the massive consumption of chloroquine in the hope of curing coronavirus, adding that the best to do is to visit hospitals.
The tweet from the Press Secretary reads ;
Please note: Hospitals Now Receiving Patients Suffering From Chloroquine Poisoning, Says Gov @jidesanwoolu’s SSA on Health, Dr @Oreoluwa_Finnih. She urged people against massive consumption of Chloroquine as a measure to fight #coronavirus.”
The Commissioner for Health in the state, Professor Akin Abayomi, also spoke at a press briefing where he stated that no evidence yet to back up claims of Chlorquine being effective in the treatment of Coronavirus
