1. Nigeria Confirms 20 New COVID-19 Cases, Total Infections Now 343
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has announced 20 new positive cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in the country.
2. CBN Reacts To Alleged Loan Charges During COVID-19
The Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) says the bank does not charge any fee on COVID-19 loan application as claimed in false reports circulated on social media.
3. FG Will Give Food Packages To States For COVID-19 Relief- Minister
Minister of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development, Mrs Sadiya Umar-Farouk, has said that the Federal Government will now work with state governments and hand over food relief meant to cushion the effects of COVID-19 on the poor and vulnerable.
4. Lockdown Disaster: Man Kills Wife With ‘Strange’ Blow
A farmer, Mr. Eric Olowokande has killed his wife, Mojere with a deadly blow.
5. COVID-19: Edo Govt Sets Up New Testing Facilities
The Edo State Government has secured two additional testing facilities at the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH) and the Stella Obasanjo Hospital, Benin City, as part of increased efforts to detect and manage COVID-19 cases in the state.
6. COVID-19: President Ramaphosa Appoints Okonjo-Iweala As Special Envoy Of African Union
The Chairperson of the African Union, President of the Republic of South Africa His Excellency Cyril Ramaphosa has appointed Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, Dr Donald Kaberuka, Mr Tidjane Thiam and Mr Trevor Manuel as Special Envoys of the African Union to mobilise international support for Africa’s efforts to address the economic challenges African countries will face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
7. Social Distancing Important During Ramadan – PTF Coordinator
The National Coordinator of the Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19, Dr Sani Aliyu, says restriction measures like social distancing, and wearing of face masks need to continue during the period of Ramadan, which is around the corner.
A yet-to-be identified taxi driver has expressed his grievances over the lockdown imposed by President Muhammadu Buhari to curb the spread of Coronavirus.
9. Coronavirus: LASEPA Visits Oloja Of Epe, Preaches Social Distancing
The Director-General, Lagos State Safety Commission (LSC), Mr. Lanre Mojola and the General Manager, LASEPA, Dr. Dolapo Fasawe, have urged Lagosians to continue to comply with the social distancing, basic hygiene practices and restriction on public gathering.
10. Easter Celebration: Buratai Hosts Troops To Easter Luncheon
The Chief of Army Staff (COAS) Lt Gen TY Buratai had Special Easter luncheon with troops of Theatre Command Operation LAFIYA DOLE (TC OPLD) on Monday at the Army Special Super Camp Ngamdu in Kaga Local Government Area of Borno State.
11. Father Impregnates 15-Year-Old Daughter, Says “She Is Too Beautiful For Any Man To Enjoy”
A 48-year-old farmer and petty trader, Theddius Audu reportedly impregnated his 15-year-old daughter Justina in Wuyeya, a village under Assakio, Lafia Local Government Area of Nasarawa State.
12. Anambra COVID-19 Index Case Found
The COVID-19 index case in Anambra State who absconded on Sunday has been found. Anambra State Commissioner for Health, Dr Vincent Okpala, on Monday said the COVID-19 index case in the state was found in a hideout.
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