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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
FIFA Approves Temporary Use of 5 Substitutes in Matches
World football governing body, FIFA has approved the use of five substitutions by teams during a football game. This means teams will be allowed up to five substitutions per match
UAE to Fund Stem-Cell Treatment for COVID-19 Patients
Crown Prince of Abu Dhabi,Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed, has directed that all treatment costs be covered for cases of Coronavirus through stem cell therapy. The UAE will now bear the
Church vs Tradition: CAN Youth Wing Leader Calls Odumeje to Order
ThankGod Emeh. Founder of Mountain of Holy Ghost Intervention Deliverance Ministry, Onitsha, Anambra State, Prophet Chukwuemeka Ohanemere popularly known as Odumeje has been called to retrace his steps and unwarranted
COVID-19 : Medical Laboratory Scientists Donate 200 Vials of VTM, Other Items to Imo Govt
Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists of Nigeria, AMLSN, Imo State branch, had donated 200 Vials of Viral Transport Medium, VTM, to the State Government. The Laboratory Scientists also donated 35,000mls
Imo COVID-19 Task Force to Tighten Surveillance Along State’s Boundary
The Imo State Covid-19 Task Force on Thursday promised to tighten surveillance along the state’s boundary to check illegal movements of people in and out of the state. Dr Success
5 Dead, Hundreds in Hospital After Gas Leak at India Chemical Plant
At least five people have been killed and several hundred hospitalised after a gas leak at a chemicals plant on the east coast of India, police said Thursday. They said
US Officials Warn Against “COVID-19 Parties”, says Lot Are Yet Unknown About the Virus
Officials in the northwestern US state of Washington on Wednesday expressed concern over reports of people organizing “COVID-19 parties” to intentionally spread the virus. “Gathering in groups in the midst
Bundesliga to Restart on May 15 After Merkel Gives Approval
The Bundesliga will resume on May 15, the German league confirmed Wednesday, after Chancellor Angela Merkel and state leaders gave the green light to restart behind closed doors following weeks
IMF Marks Kenya, Uganda as Latest to Receive Help Against Pandemic
The IMF on Wednesday approved a $739 million emergency loan for Kenya and $491.5 million for Uganda, as the East African countries deal with the coronavirus pandemic. Both face severe
