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Serena Eager To Return After Lockdown Break
US superstar Serena Williams says she’s ready to play “real tennis” after the enforced rest of coronavirus quarantine. “I really look forward to getting back on the court,” the 23-time
Premier League Players Agrees to Face Strict New Training Protocols
Premier League players are set to be subjected to a strict testing regime if they are to return to training amid the coronavirus pandemic, according to British media reports. The
China Launches Virus App with Green or Red Light, Ticket to Everywhere
To enter many offices, restaurants, parks or malls in China nowadays, people must show their status on an app that determines whether they are a coronavirus threat. There is often
COVID-19: Manufacturers Seek 5% Interest Rate
The Chief Executive Officers of manufacturing Concerns in Nigeria have called on the government to consider five percent interest rate on loans for five to seven years for manufacturers investing
Trump Rules Out Renegotiating China Trade Deal
US President Donald Trump on Monday ruled out renegotiating the trade agreement signed with China. “I’m not interested in that,” Trump told reporters when asked about reports that China was
30 Suspected Almajiris Intercepted In Ogun State
Operatives of the Ogun state Traffic Compliance and Enforcement Agency, TRACE says it intercepted a truck loaded with about 30 Almajiris at Joju area of Ado,odo/ ota local government area
COVID-19: Kano Extends Lockdown By One Week
Kano state government has extended the lockdown order by one week to help further combat the spread of the novel COVID-19 pandemic. The state commissioner for information, Muhammad Garba, made
We Are Grooming Yobo For Managerial Role – Amaju
President of the Nigeria Football Federation, Amaju Pinnick, has disclosed that Joseph Yobo is being prepared for a future role as the Super Eagles manager. Mr Pinnick noted that the
Coronavirus Lockdowns Could Spark Rise in HIV Infections, Experts Warn
If lockdowns and stay-at-home orders are succeeding in slowing the spread of the coronavirus, health experts warn that the measures could unintentionally undermine efforts to contain another potentially deadly disease:
Congo President Tshisekedi’s Top Aide Goes On Trial For Corruption
A powerful top aide to DR Congo’s President Felix Tshisekedi went on trial for corruption on Monday, a case without precedent in the vast African country. Tshisekedi’s chief of staff
‘Stay away’ – German Fans Warned Ahead of Bundesliga Restart
The Bundesliga returns on Saturday in empty stadiums, but German fans are being warned to stay away and authorities have warned matches could be halted if too many supporters gather
Chinese Hacking Vaccine Research -US
The US Federal Bureau of Investigation and cybersecurity experts believe Chinese hackers are trying to steal research on developing a vaccine against coronavirus, two newspapers reported Monday. The FBI and
Serie A Set for Team Training on May 18 With Adjusted Protocol – Govt
Serie A clubs can return to team training from May 18 if they make adjustments to medical protocols, the Italian government announced on Monday. The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) met
Ibrahimovic Returns to AC Milan
AC Milan star Zlatan Ibrahimovic returned to Italy on Monday after two months in his native Sweden, as Serie A prepares to resume group training in a week’s time. Ibrahimovic
Trump Dismisses Concern Over Virus Spreading in White House
US President Donald Trump on Monday dismissed concerns over the possible spread of coronavirus in the White House but said he may limit contact with Vice President Mike Pence. Trump,
COVID-19: Imo Health Commissioner Confirms 3rd Virus Case, Advise Imolites to Always Stay Safe
ThankGod Emeh. Imolites are charged to always stay safe during the global pandemic to help fight the virus even as they go about their daily activities occasioned by lockdown easing.
India to ‘Gradually’ Restart Rail Operations in Lockdown Easing
One of the world’s largest train networks will “gradually” restart operations from Tuesday as India eases its coronavirus lockdown, as the number of cases passed 60,000 with more than 2,000
China Records Dozen New Cases of Virus Infections After a Month
China reported a new cluster of coronavirus cases in Wuhan Monday after a month without fresh infections at the pandemic’s global epicentre, as a northeastern city was placed under lockdown.
Kano COVID-19 Index Case Discharged After Testing Negative Twice
Kano COVID-19 index case, Ambassador Kabiru Rabiu has been discharged after testing negative twice. The state coordinator of the COVID-19 rapid response, Tijjani Hussaini confirmed this to Channels Television. Ambassador
COVID19: US VP Pence Not In Quarantine, Spokesman Reveals
US Vice President Mike Pence is not in quarantine and has tested negative to COVID-19, his spokesman said Sunday, after a close aide was confirmed to have been infected. Pence
UK Wary as France, Spain Ease Virus Lockdowns
Millions of people in France and Spain were set to embrace a relaxation of stay-at-home rules on Monday, but Britain extended its lockdown as countries plot their way tentatively through
Obama Describes Handling of Covid-19 as Chaotic
Former President Barack Obama described President Donald Trump’s handling of the coronavirus pandemic as “chaotic” in a conference call with former members of his administration. Obama has largely kept out
Iran Warship Accidentally ‘Hit by Missile’ During Exercises
An Iranian warship was accidentally hit by a missile during exercises in the Gulf of Oman, killing at least one, state television said Monday, amid tensions with the US in
Baptist Women charged on Virtue at Mothering Sunday
Ikenna Orioha, OWERRI. Baptist women are charged to uphold Godliness and good conduct in order to live fruitfully with their families at all times. President, lmo Baptist Conference, Rev. Uzoma
Gov Wike Blows Hot, Demolishes 2 Hotels for Violating Lockdown Order
Two hotels in Rivers State have been demolished for allegedly violating the lockdown order for the control of corona virus. Governor Nyesom Wike supervised the demolition in Alode and Onne
