coronavirus disease

Virus Kills 2 More Nigerians, Lagos Hits Over 100 Cases

Virus Kills 2 More Nigerians, Lagos Hits Over 100 Cases

The deadly Coronavirus disease has killed two more Nigerians, with Lagos cases surpassing 100 mark to set a record in the country.

The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control, NCDC, reports late Friday night that the two new deaths were recorded in Lagos and Edo States, bringing the total figure of those who have so far died of the disease in Nigeria to four.

The NCDC also recorded 11 new cases of Coronavirus in Lagos, taking its toll to 109, while Edo, which previously had four cases now have seven cases with three new addition.

So far, Lagos has discharged 24 …

Keep Your Social Distance From Corruption’ – ICPC Warns

Keep Your Social Distance From Corruption’ – ICPC Warns

The Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) has warned Ministries, Departments and Agencies (MDAs), involved in the management of Coronavirus disease against using the opportunity to divert public funds.

ICPC gave the warning in a statement released on Monday on their twitter account stating that COVID-19 should not be used as an excuse for corruption in any sector of the economy.

The statement read, ”As the nation reels from the effect of COVID-19, ICPC wishes to caution against increase in risky behaviour hinged on critical desire to respond to COVID-19.

CNN Anchor, Chris Cuomo Tests Positive For Coronavirus

CNN Anchor, Chris Cuomo Tests Positive For Coronavirus

Chris Cuomo, CNN anchor and younger brother of Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo of New York, has tested positive for the deadly coronavirus disease.

The 49-year-old made this known on his twitter account on Tuesday, stating that he hoped he doesn’t give it to his kids and his wife, Cristina.

Chris Cuomo said, ”So in these difficult times that seem to be more difficult and complicated by the day, I just found out that am positive for coronavirus.

”I have been exposed to people in recent days who have subsequently tested

Coronavirus - Buhari Can’t Protect Nigerians – Pastor Giwa

Coronavirus: Buhari Can’t Protect Nigerians – Pastor Giwa

The presiding Pastor of Awaiting The Second Coming Of Jesus Christ Ministry, Adewale Giwa has dismissed President Muhammadu Buhari’s promise to protect Nigerians from coronavirus disease.

He wondered how Buhari, who has yet to address Nigerians to assure them like other leaders have done, would adequately ensure they were safe.

Giwa, in a statement on Friday, described Buhari’s statement as disappointing and ridiculous.

“The President who refused to address his citizens since the outbreak of the disease, does that sound well to the good people of Nigeria that he