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WHO fears ‘silent’ virus epidemic unless Africa prioritises testing
Africa has so far been spared the worst impact of the coronavirus, but the World Health Organisation is worried the continent could face a “silent epidemic” if its leaders do not prioritise testing for it, a WHO envoy said on Monday.
WHO dumps hydroxychloroquine as drug for coronavirus
World Health Organisation said it has suspended a clinical trial of the anti-malaria drug, hydroxychloroquine in coronavirus patients.
German minister backs Donald Trump on WHO criticism
German Health Minister Jens Spahn has supported the U.S President Donald Trump’s criticism of the World Health Organisation (WHO).
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Coronavirus: WHO advises on healthy diets
Eating healthy diet is important during the COVID-19 pandemic as food and drink can affect the body’s ability to prevent, fight and recover from infections, says the World Health Organisation (WHO).
Military kills 200 bandits in Katsina, 35 terrorists in Borno
The Armed Forces of Nigeria (AFN) on Sunday said that the air component of its Operation Hadarin Daji has neutralised about 200 armed bandits in Katsina State.
South East governors reject new community policing conditions by police chief
The South East Governors Forum has expressed dismay that the Inspector General of Police allegedly reneged on its agreements on practice and composition for establishment of community policing in the zone.
China ‘open’ to international effort to identify coronavirus source – minister
China is “open” to international cooperation to identify the source of the novel coronavirus, but any investigation must be led by the World Health Organization and “free of political interference”, China’s foreign minister said Sunday.
Wuhan lab had three live bat coronaviruses – state media
The Chinese virology institute in the city where COVID-19 first emerged has three live strains of bat coronavirus on-site, but none match the new contagion wreaking chaos across the world, its director has said.
Uganda blocks 38 foreign truckers as virus cases rise
At least 23 more Ugandans have tested positive for Covid-19 as the country’s confirmed cases rose to 198 on Saturday.
WHO: South America a new coronavirus epicentre, Africa reaches 100,000 cases
South America has become a new epicentre of the COVID-19 pandemic with Brazil hardest-hit, while cases are rising in some African countries that so far have a relatively low death toll, the World Health Organization (WHO) said on Friday.
Sokoto coronavirus taskforce implores Muslims to abide by Sultan’s directives
The Sokoto State Chairman Taskforce against COVID-19, Dr Muhammed Ali Inname, has urged residents of the state to take cognizance of social distance and other medical experts advice while celebrating this year’s eid-el-Fitri festival.
China reports no new coronavirus cases in 24 hours
China on Saturday reported zero new coronavirus infections for the first time since it started reporting data in January, a day after Communist Party leaders celebrated “major achievements” in the virus fight.
UN: Disrupted vaccinations pose deadly threat to 80 million children
The coronavirus pandemic is putting tens of millions of children’s lives at risk by disrupting routine vaccination programmes, the World Health Organisation and UNICEF said Friday.
South Africa coronavirus infections top 20,000, nearly 400 deaths
Coronavirus infections in South Africa surged past 20,000 with close to 400 deaths, Health Minister Zweli Mkhize said on Friday.
Nigeria warns as residents buy hydroxychloroquine in large quantities
The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 has warned Nigerians against large purchase of hydroxychloroquine to treat COVID-19, saying the drug had not been certified for use.
Lagos conducts 16,000 coronavirus tests
The Lagos State Government says it has conducted about 16, 000 COVID-19 tests at a cost of N40, 000 to N50, 000 per test.
WHO: Africa’s confirmed coronavirus cases top 95,000
The World Health Organisation (WHO) on Thursday reported that COVID-19 cases in Africa as at May 21, had risen to over 95, 000.
Coronavirus vaccines should be classified as a global public good – WHO chief
The World Health Organisation has advised countries that COVID-19 vaccines should be classified as a global public good.
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INEC to pilot use of electronic voting machines soon – chair
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Terrorists raze down 90 houses, church, shops in Borno
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South Korea reopen schools
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Eid-el-Fitr: Speaker Gbajabiamila greets Muslims, urges prayers against coronavirus
The Speaker of the House of Representatives, Femi Gbajabiamila, has congratulated Nigerian Muslims for concluding this year’s Ramadan fast and marking Eid-el-Fitr peacefully.