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Catholic Archbishop Ask FG To Consider Herbal Remedies For COVID-19

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Alex Enemanna
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Alfred Martins, Catholic archbishop of Lagos Diocese, has called on the federal government to consider herbal remedies in the quest of a cure for COVID-19.

The Catholic Archbishop made the appeal during a press conference held at the Holy Cross Cathedral hall in Lagos, on Wednesday.

He said Herbal Remedies are known for its potency against several diseases.

Martins said Madagascar’s herbal solution is an indication that Nigeria can develop its own remedy through traditional means.

“Herbal medicine has its healing effect and I think it is important that the government gives local practitioners and researchers opportunities to research into the use of our local herbal roots and come up with remedies from them for this Coronavirus pandemic,” he said.

“We have heard these local remedies curing different types of diseases before, and it is only appropriate that they are given a chance to prove their efficacy at this point in time.

“We understand that there is a need for test and validation of local herbs. Madagascar has developed its own and was embraced by the Federal Government.

Read Also: Sixty Percent Of Coronavirus Cases In Rivers Are Oil Workers – Wike

“That has created the urgency for our government to pay attention to the development and promotion of our own indigenous herbal products and remedies offered by others that will lead to an end to COVID-19 pandemic in our country.”

The archbishop called on the government to intensify efforts in the distribution of palliatives to citizens.

He prayed that normalcy should be restored and the world is healed of the pandemic.

The herbal remedy Madagascar has been using to treat COVID-19 patients has reached Nigeria.

President Muhammadu Buhari, who received portions of the drug from Guinea Bissau President Umaro Sissoco Embalo on Saturday, said the drug must be verified before use.

Although there has been the development of some herbal solutions for the infection, the World Health Organisation (WHO) has warned people to steer clear of unscientific claims suggesting a cure for COVID-19.

https://abntv.com.ng/2020/05/rwanda-deploy-robots-that-can-screen-150-people-per-minute-in-fight-against-covid-19/

Sixty Percent Of Coronavirus Cases In Rivers Are Oil Workers – Wike

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Alex Enemanna
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Governor Nyesom Ezenwo Wike has stated that Sixty percent of coronavirus cases recorded in the state are from oil workers returning from rigs.

ABN TV reveals that Governor Wike disclosed this today when the Management Team of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited paid him a courtesy visit at Government House, Port Harcourt.

He stated that it is for this reason that the state government has insisted that oil workers coming into the state must be tested to confirm their coronavirus status as oil workers make up to sixty percent of COVID-19 cases in the state.

The State Chief Executive noted that oil remains the mainstay of the economy and that government actions are not targeted at anybody or organisation.

He recalled that recently the Nigeria Airforce Base, Port Harcourt also quarantined fourteen oil workers out which three tested positive.

READ ALSO: Nollywood Actress, Emilia Dike Slumps, Dies In Enugu

“It’s not in anybody’s interest to deny people to carry out their official duties.  Oil is the mainstay of the economy of Nigeria and without it, we that are in this part of the country will find it difficult to function.

“My concern is that companies should always notify the government of workers they are bringing into the state so that our health officials can monitor them.

“So all that we are saying is that we should work together. But people bring in politics that Rivers State is difficult, they don’t want any oil exploration, that is because people want to play politics.

“People say we don’t want foodstuff and livestock to come into the State. That is not correct. What we are saying is that human beings should not be hidden with these items, ” he stated.

The Governor lauded Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited for the support to the state government in its fight against COVID 19, pointing out that he will always ensure that the lives of Rivers people are protected.

Earlier, the Executive Director of Mobil Producing Nigeria Unlimited, Mr Udobong Ntia commended the State Governor for measures put in place to contain the spread of COVID 19 in the state, particularly the increase in testing.

He noted measures also put in place by the company to fight the virus and donated  RNA COVID 19 Testing Kits and hospital beds to the state government.

Mr Ntia assured the State Governor of the company’s commitment to supporting his effort in providing safety and good health to the people of the state.

https://abntv.com.ng/2020/05/uniport-student-sentenced-to-death-by-hanging-for-murder-of-8-year-old-girl/

Nollywood Actress, Emilia Dike Slumps, Dies In Enugu

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Alex Enemanna
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Nollywood actress, Emilia Dike, has reportedly slumped and died in Enugu state on Wednesday, May 20.

Nollywood Movie Director, Okechukwu Oku, announced her passing on his Instagram page.

”Why is death taking the best people???? I’m confused oooo. Just filmed with Mama here on my 2 last projects, excited to release it and this horrible news today.

“A woman with a heart of gold, Aah noooo. Will miss you Mrs Emilia Dike. Nollywood has lost a gem in you. This is messed up” he wrote

 

Nollywood actress, Emilia Dike slumps and dies in Enugu

 

Nollywood Actors and Actresses, Uche Ogbodo, Anita Joseph, Belinda Effah, Ken Erics and others have expressed shock at the news of her passing.

Read Also: We Will Continue To Repatriate Almajirai – Northern Governors

 

Nollywood actress, Emilia Dike slumps and dies in Enugu

Nollywood actress, Emilia Dike slumps and dies in Enugu

 

Dike featured in movies such as Ignorant couples, Dust of yesterday, Kings Guard, Where Money Never Sleep 1 and 2, and many more.

https://abntv.com.ng/2020/05/whos-next-to-die-7-year-old-boy-asks-dad-after-mum-and-grandma-died-of-covid-19/

 

We Will Continue To Repatriate Almajirai – Northern Governors

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Alex Enemanna
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Governors from the 19 States in the North under the aegis of the Northern Governors’ Forum have resolved to continue with the exercise with strict compliance to laid down protocols.

This decision was made despite the call by some members of the National Assembly that almajirai should not be repatriated to their respective States due to the increasing cases of coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

The Governors urged that they should all strictly follow laid down protocols for profiling, quarantining, testing, transportation, handing and taking over as well as reintegration of the almajirai.

The Governors spoke during their 4th teleconference meeting on Wednesday to review the region’s COVID-19 response and deliberate on other matters relating to its progress and development.

Presided over by its Chairman and Governor of Plateau State, Simon Lalong, the Forum acknowledged and commended “the intervention of the Federal Government following their request to President Muhammadu Buhari for the deployment of more security personnel to the region to tackle banditry, kidnapping, insurgency, and other crimes which are threatening livelihoods and preventing farmers from going to their farms.”

Read Also: “A Gnomish Heir From A Lunatic Dynasty” – Senator Shehu Sani Replies El-Rufai’s Son In Twitter War

On the profiling and evacuation of Almajiris, the Forum noted that “So far, there has been appreciable progress as many States have transferred Almajiris to other States and also received their citizens without any problem.”

The Governors, according to a statement by Lalong’s Director of Press and Public Affairs, Makut Macham also maintained their earlier decision to purchase COVID-19 Mobile Testing vans which have already been ordered to boost testing of more citizens, especially in the rural areas.

On enforcing the closure of inter-state boundary roads, the Governors again expressed disappointment that “despite several measures taken, including Presidential orders, there are still violations where people move from one state to another through compromise and use of illegal routes” and vowed to continue to “take further measures to protect their people including the deployment of members of their cabinets and civil servants where necessary.”

The Forum further resolved to continue their appeal to the Federal Government for support to deal with the Corona Virus pandemic, as “the Northern Region now has about 54% of the national cases and 70 per cent of new infections.”

https://abntv.com.ng/2020/05/un-chief-antonio-guterres-praises-africas-efforts-to-stem-covid-19/

“A Gnomish Heir From A Lunatic Dynasty” – Senator Shehu Sani Replies El-Rufai’s Son In Twitter War

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Alex Enemanna
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Senator Shehu Sani and Bashir, son of Kaduna state governor, Nasir El-Rufai, had a mild drama on Twitter this evening.

Trouble started when Senator Shehu Sani earlier today, shared the photo below mimicking politicians on how they relate with people pre and post-elections.

 

Bashir whose father is a political rival of Senator  Sani, made his own collage to mock the Senator. See below

Read Also: Uzodinma Signs Executive Order Reducing Telecoms Companies’ Right Of Way

 

Senator Sani did not like Bashir’s post and fired back at him by referring to him as a ”Gnomish Heir from a Lunatic Dynasty”. Bashir also left a reply for the Senator. See their exchange below

 

 

Uzodinma Signs Executive Order Reducing Telecoms Companies’ Right Of Way

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Alex Enemanna
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The Imo State Governor, Hope Uzodinma, has signed an Executive order which significantly reduces the Right of Way (ROW) of telecommunication companies in the State from N4500 to N145 per meter in tandem with Federal Government policy.

ABN TV reports that According to Governor Uzodinma, the reduction was a manifestation of the government’s determination to spur the telecommunication companies to further invest in broadband infrastructure and trigger ancillary on-line services, especially in the field of education.

READ ALSO: Wike Relaxes Lockdown In Port Harcourt And Obio/Akpor

He noted in a statement on Wednesday that his government is hopeful that this drastic Right Of Way reduction from N4500 of the broadband ROW to N145 per linear meter of fibre will accelerate the deployment of affordable and reliable modern high-speed connectivity in the State.

The Executive order urged telecommunication companies to note that the State plays host to vibrant and youthful demography located in many tertiary institutions, who form the bulk of the end-users of their products.

https://abntv.com.ng/2020/05/alleged-n7-65bn-fraud-court-fixes-june-2-to-hear-orji-kalus-application-for-immediate-release/

 

Wike Relaxes Lockdown In Port Harcourt And Obio/Akpor

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Alex Enemanna
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Rivers State Government has suspended the total lockdown exercise in Obio/Akpor and Port Harcourt Local Government Areas for six days, with effect from Thursday, 21st May 2020.

ABN TV reports that Governor Nyesom Wike stated this on Wednesday in a State-wide broadcast.

“Residents and visitors of Port Harcourt And Obio/Akpor local government areas can, therefore, go out of their homes for their lawful businesses from tomorrow morning, that is, Thursday, May 21 until 8.00 p.m., Tuesday 26th of May 2020, when the lockdown will be restored and maintained until further notice.

“It is important to emphasize that the relaxation only allows for free human and vehicular movements and the opening of limited businesses, such as banks, supermarkets, shopping malls and grocery shops.

“All land, sea and air exit and entry borders and routes into Rivers State shall remain closed.

“Similarly, all open markets, motor parks, hotels, bars, night clubs, in-service restaurants and barbers’ shops must remain shut.

“Religious gatherings of more than 50 persons remain prohibited.

“All public weddings, burials and other social gatherings also remain prohibited.

” Private and commercial vehicles, including tricycles must continue to limit the number of passengers to two persons only.

“The wearing of face masks or coverings in public spaces, including commercial and private vehicles remains compulsory as those who contravene would be arrested and summarily dealt with as the law demands,” he stated.

The Governor enjoined all residents to continue to maintain social distancing in every space, including within vehicles, bank premises and shopping places as required by the subsisting regulations.

He warned that those who refuse to comply with these duly established orders and restrictions would be arrested and prosecuted, as usual, for deliberately endangering themselves and the lives of others in the face of this deadly virus.

Read Also: Nigeria Records 284 New Cases Of Coronavirus, Total Now 6677

Governor Wike reassured residents of the state that his government was determined more than ever do everything to fight against the spread of COVID-19 pandemic in Rivers State.

“We, therefore, urge residents not to panic even with the increasing number of positive cases, which is only indicative of the expanded testing now taking place in the State.

“Before long, we will flatten the curve, gradually lift the restrictions, restore normalcy and open up the State fully for business.

“But until then, we will continue to ask for is your patience, cooperation and religious compliance with the established measures to curb the spread of this virus.

“And so, for those, who have nothing to do outside their homes, please stay at home and stay safe. Let us also try to ensure that we keep and protect the most vulnerable persons among us, especially the aged and those with serious underlying health conditions from this virus,” he said.

The Governor expressed appreciation to all those who are in the frontlines supporting the efforts of the State Government in several ways to mitigate the spread of this virus in our State.

https://abntv.com.ng/2020/05/dont-wear-face-masks-if-you-are-asthmatic-say-experts/

BREAKING: Nigeria Records 284 New Cases Of Coronavirus, Total Now 6677

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ABN TV EDITOR
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Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), on Wednesday, has announced 284 more new cases of coronavirus (COVID-19), making the number of confirmed cases in Nigeria rise to 6677.

The NCDC made this known via its verified Twitter handle on Wednesday night.

“284 new cases of #COVID19; 199-Lagos, 26-Rivers, 19-Oyo, 8-FCT, 8-Borno, 7-Plateau, 6-Jigawa, 5-Kano, 2-Abia, 1-Ekiti,1-Delta, 1-Kwara,1-Taraba,” NCDC tweeted.

“6677 cases of #COVID19 in Nigeria, Discharged: 1840 Deaths: 200.”

The centre also claimed that eight cases were, on 18th of May, erroneously announced for Zamfara.

“On the 18th of May, 8 new cases in Zamfara were erroneously announced

“Therefore, as at the 20th of May 2020, Zamfara has recorded a total of 76 confirmed cases

“We apologise to @Zamfara_state for this error and reiterate our commitment to accurate & transparent reporting of data.”

Beware Of Coronavirus Fraudsters, EFCC Chairman Warns

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ABN TV EDITOR
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The Acting Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, Ibrahim Magu, has advised Nigerians to be wary of fraudsters using the ravaging coronavirus pandemic to defraud unsuspecting victims.

According to Magu, fraudsters are on the prowl promising innocent Nigerians access to palliatives from the government, in a bid to manipulate their banking details against them.

“Do not accept calls from an unknown person purporting to be in charge of distribution of palliatives on behalf of the federal government or asking you to send details of your bank account”, he said.

Also Read: EFCC arrests landlord for housing Internet fraudsters

In a release signed by the Head, Media & Publicity of the commission Dele Oyewale made available to ABN TV, Magu, who spoke through Philips Stephanie, Head, Advance Fee Fraud, AFF Section, Makurdi Office of the EFCC, called on financial institutions and Designated Non-Financial Institutions, DFNIs, to always apply due diligence in handling online financial transactions to stem the growing rate of cybercrime in the country.

He explained further that there are regulations from Central Bank of Nigeria, CBN, guiding the operations of the, Point of Sales (PoS) operators.

He stressed the need for financial institutions and DNFIs to always ensure that they keep to the dictates of the law in their operations and warned that the EFCC would not tolerate any breach of extant laws.

The EFCC boss lamented the impact of cybercrime on the economy, stressing that it was a crime with multiplier effects. “People are losing their jobs on a daily basis as a result of cybercrime“, he said.

Abia Police Talk Tough On Non-Use Of Face Mask, Vow To Arrest Fake Taskforce Members

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ABN TV EDITOR
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The Abia State Police Command has expressed dissatisfaction with the violation of the rule on mandatory use of face mask in public places among people of the State, a measure put in place to curb the spread of coronavirus.

The command, therefore, warned that henceforth, anyone caught in a public place without face mask will be arrested and arraigned before the mobile courts set up by the state government.

Also Read: We Never Recovered 5,000 Guns From Aba Mosque, Says Abia CP

In a release signed by the Public Relations Officer of the command, SP Geoffrey Ogbonna, and made available to ABN TV on Wednesday, it reminded Abians of the importance of wearing face masks when going outside and when interfacing with others outside their homes.

“The Federal Government as well as the state Government have made it compulsory for Keke operators, drivers, passengers, and indeed the public to wear face mask once they are leaving their places of abode.

“The Nigeria Police Abia State Command has mandated her officers and men to arrest anyone seen in the public places, Keke and Buses without wearing face mask for prosecution in the Mobile Courts set up by the State Government.

“Parents and stakeholders should warn their wards to stop self-appointment as task force members. They have been using the platform to extort money from illegal travelers because the ban on Inter-State movement is still in force.

Also Read: Abia Mobile Court: Violators Of Lockdown To Engage In Community Service, Fine Payment

“About 16 Suspects who were seen extorting money and allowing vehicles to pass the border were arrested.

“All should endeavour to accept responsibilities and stay safe.”

Abia Police Talk Tough On Non-Use Of Face Mask, Vow To Arrest Fake Taskforce Members

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