March 2020

Coronavirus, Punishment To US, Europe – Zimbabwe Minister

Coronavirus, Punishment To US, Europe – Zimbabwe Minister

March 15, 2020 1:29 pm
Zimbabwe’s defence minister Oppah Muchinguri has described the coronavirus pandemic as a “punishment” to the US and Europe.

Muchinguri said this while speaking at a rally in the northern town of Chinhoyi on Saturday.

According to her, it’s a punishment to Europe for imposing sanctions against members of the ruling regime over human rights abuses.

She said: “Coronavirus is the work of God punishing countries who imposed sanctions on us.

“They are now staying indoors. Their economies are screaming just like they did to our economy.”

Muchinguri added that COVID-19 would teach US President Donald Trump that “he is

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Onitsha Bridgehead Market Laments On Fake Drug Cartels

Onitsha Bridgehead Market Laments On Fake Drug Cartels

March 15, 2020 1:29 pm

Traders in the once banned popular Onitsha drug market, at the Niger Bridgehead have raised alarm over plans by fake drug dealers to take over the market and return to business.

Some traders in the market under the aegis of Concerned Bridgehead Drugs Market Traders Association raised the alarm during a press conference in Onitsha at the weekend, saying that fake drug barons were trying to use the opportunity of the upcoming election in the market to return to business by foisting one of them as a leader.

The group led by Ignatius Akuma, a popular drug dealer in …

Black Sunday In Lagos - Many Dead, 70 Buildings Destroyed

Black Sunday In Lagos: Many Dead, 70 Buildings Destroyed

March 15, 2020 1:28 pm

Many people have been feared dead and over 70 houses destroyed in Sunday’s pipeline explosion which rocked Abule Ado area of Ojo, Lagos, Southwest Nigeria.

A massive explosion was heard on Sunday morning, accompanied with thick smokes and balls of fire. The explosion shook several houses miles away from the scene.

Emergency management officials were seen evacuating the remains of several dead victims.

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The headquarters of the Lagos Province 3 of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) located on 24 Road, Festac Town, Lagos was burnt along with over 70 …

Breaking - Houses Collapse As Explosion Rocks Lagos

Breaking: Houses Collapse As Explosion Rocks Lagos

March 15, 2020 7:02 am
Some residents of Lagos State were on Sunday morning thrown into confusion following an explosion.

 

Africa Daily News learnt that several houses were shaken by the explosion, while some collapsed at Abule-Ado junction.

It was learnt that the explosion came from Abule-Ado junction, Amuwo Odofin local government, Lagos.

Read Also: Breaking: Mighty Pipeline Explosion Rocks Lagos

The cause of the explosion has however, not be ascertained as at the time of filing this report.

Confirming the explosion, the Federal Service took to its Twitter page advising resident to stay away from the affected site.

The agency assured that its

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North-West Gov Is Sponsoring Banditry In The Zone - APC

APC Crisis: Giadom Has Resigned From NWC – Yekini Nabena

March 15, 2020 7:02 am

Yekini Nabena, Deputy National Publicity Secretary, of the All Progressives Congress (APC), on Saturday, said that the Deputy National Secretary of the party, Chief Victor Giadom, is not a member of the party’s National Working Committee (NWC).

He said Giadom officially resigned his position in the National Working Committee (NWC) to contest as running mate to the party’s 2019 governorship candidate in Rivers State, Tonye Cole.

Giadom, who is now the Acting National Secretary of the party, had last week called for an emergency National Executive Committee (NEC) meeting scheduled for Tuesday.

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Zenith Bank Set To Acquire Union Bank

Zenith Bank Set To Acquire Union Bank

March 15, 2020 6:43 am

Zenith Bank Plc has reportedly been given the green light to merge or acquire Union Bank Nigeria Plc. Nairametrics got wind of this from a reliable source. We understand talks are currently ongoing between the banks and a tentative arrangement may have been reached to commence due diligence.

Zenith Bank is Nigeria’s largest bank by profits and second by total assets and could increase its size significantly further with a potential acquisition or merger of this magnitude.

Why the merger: It is not immediately clear why both banks will be considering a merger, however, Union Bank owners Atlas Mara with …

Racist Chinese Restaurant In Lagos sealed

Racist Chinese Restaurant In Lagos sealed

March 15, 2020 6:42 am

The Nigerian government on Saturday sealed Haufei Restaurant & Mall for what some citizens have called racism.

This was as a result of a social media outcry after a video of them refusing to serve Nigerians went viral. This prompted further investigations and closure of the restaurant.

The restauant is located in highbrow Victoria Island, Lagos.

The owners had been reported to authorities for denying Nigerians their services.

The Federal Competition & Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), in a Twitter post, said the staff of the restaurant confirmed that they do not sell to Nigerians.

They stated further stated that it

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Osinbajo Visits Late Escort Rider’s Family

Osinbajo Visits Late Escort Rider’s Family

March 15, 2020 6:41 am

Vice President Yemi Osinbajo on Saturday, mourned the death of Insp. Ali Gomina. The deceased was an escort rider attached to his office.

Gomina died in an auto accident along the Abuja Airport road as he led the vice president’s convoy on Friday.

His remains were buried immediately in accordance with Islamic rites.

The VP visited Gui Community in FCT, to condole with the family.

Osinbajo was received by the leader of the community, Alhaji Alhassan Yussuf.

Osinbajo’s spokesperson, Laolu Akande, spoke to newsmen after the visit.

“He decided to come

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Coronavirus - Donald Trump’s Test Result Now Out

Coronavirus: Donald Trump’s Test Result Now Out

March 15, 2020 6:24 am
United States President, Donald Trump has tested negative for the deadly coronavirus.

Trump who recently held a meeting with Brazilian officials who tested positive to the virus, was tested for the virus on Saturday.

CNN reports that a statement from the White House said Trump took the test after coming into recent contact with two individuals who have tested positive for the virus.

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“Last night after an in-depth discussion with the President regarding COVID-19 testing, he elected to proceed,” it read.
Trump’s doctor, Sean P. Conley also maintained that the result

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Full List Of Winners At AMVCA 2020

Full List Of Winners At AMVCA 2020

March 15, 2020 6:24 am

The 7th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award, AMVCA, held at the Eko expo hall, Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos, where Africa’s top movie stars and filmmakers were recognized for their exceptional work and contribution to the industry.

On-air personality, IK Osakioduwa was the host, alongside a new female co-host, Kenya’s Amina Abdi Rabar.

Awards were presented in 28 categories, with seven categories open to public voting and 21 being categories decided by the AMVCA panel of judges with the inclusion of a new category, The AMVCA  MultiChoice Talent Factory Award.

Here is the complete …

Living In Bondage Wins Big At AMVCA, King Of Boys Snubbed

Living In Bondage Wins Big At AMVCA, King Of Boys Snubbed

March 15, 2020 6:23 am
Charles Okpaleke’s “Living In Bondage: Breaking Free” was the biggest winner of the night with a total of seven awards, at the just concluded 7th edition of the Africa Magic Viewers’ Choice Award, AMVCA, held at the Eko expo hall, Eko Hotel and Suites, Victoria Island, Lagos.

‘Living in Bondage’ secured 7 awards out of 11 nominations including Best Overall Movie, Best Movie West Africa, Best Director, Best Writer in a Movie among others.

‘Elevator Baby’ followed with 3 wins and ‘God Calling’ came close with 2 wins. The industry merit award went to seasoned TV and filmmaker, Peter Igho.…

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