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NZUKO Aro Praises Hon. Nkole Over Fulfillment Of Promises, Stimulus Package

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A pan-Arochukwu socio-cultural group, NZUKO Aro has hailed the member representing Arochukwu/Ohafia federal Constituency of Abia State over the fulfillment of his promises to his Constituency and for offering stimulus package to cushion the effect of the restriction of movements in the area.

The group in a statement signed by the President General, Mazi George Ezuma said the lawmaker has exhibited uncommon benevolence even as thanks them on behalf of Nzuko Aro.

“Hon. Uko Nkole, you have been consistent with the execution of your promises to your constituency. You have exhibited an uncommon benevolence to one of your constituents, Arochukwu to tackle Corona-Virus.

“On behalf of Umu-Aro, I have the honour and privilege to express our profound gratitude to you.

“As you are not in platform, these and more would form the content of an official letter to you.

“God bless you.” he said.

Edo Sets Up Mobile Courts To Try COVID-19 Regulations Offenders

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The Edo State Government has set up mobile courts to try violators of the Edo State Dangerous Infectious Diseases Regulations 2020, signed into law by Governor Godwin Obaseki, to curb the spread of coronavirus in the state.

A statement by the Chief Registrar, High Court of Justice, Edo State, Idemudia Aziegbemhin, said the state’s judiciary constituted the mobile courts to determine cases arising from violations of the provisions of the regulation.

The statement said, “Sequel to the signing into law of the Edo State Dangerous Infectious Diseases (Emergency Prevention) Regulations 2020 and pursuant to its provisions and guidelines issued thereto, as well as toward the enforcement of the aforesaid provisions, the general public, especially stakeholders in the Criminal Justice Administration sector, is hereby informed that the Honourable, the Chief Judge of Edo State, Hon. Justice E. A. Edigin, has constituted the Edo State Dangerous Infectious Diseases (Emergency Prevention) Mobile Courts 2020 to determine cases arising from violations of the provisions of the said regulation.

“To this end, five Chief Magistrates (Special Grade) have been mandated to preside over the designated courts in Oredo, Ikpoba-Okha, and Egor Local Governments. In addition, the most senior magistrate in other local governments in Edo South, Edo Central and Edo North in Edo State are also constituted as mobile courts in their jurisdictions for this purpose.”

Buhari To Address Nigerians At 7pm Today

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The President, Muhammadu Buhari, will address Nigerians at 7pm today (Monday).

This was contained in a statement by
Special Adviser to the President on Media and Publicity, Femi Adesina.

Though the statement gave no hint on what the President would be speaking on, The PUNCH gathered that it may not be unconnected with the coronavirus disease in Nigeria.

Following the increasing cases of the virus, the retired general had ordered a shutdown of Lagos, Abuja and Ogun State since March 31.

On Saturday, Buhari had urged Nigerians to stay at home and to wash their hands to help save lives, but gave no indication of whether the official confinement period would be extended past Monday.

The statement issued on Monday read, “President Muhammadu Buhari will broadcast to the nation Monday, April 13, 2020 at 7pm.

“Television, radio and other electronic media outlets are enjoined to hook up to the network services of the Nigerian Television Authority and Federal Radio Corporation of Nigeria respectively for the broadcast.”

As of 09:10 pm on April 12, 323 confirmed cases of #COVID-19 have been reported in Nigeria.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control said of the 323 cases, 85 patients have been discharged while 10 died.

NIMR Receive Potential COVID-19 Drug Samples From Herbal Practitioners

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The Nigeria Institute for Medical Research says it received three ‘drug specimens’ for the novel coronavirus pandemic from some notable herbal practitioners in the country.

The institute said this came in the wake of a claim by a professor of pharmacognosy, Prof. Maurice Iwu, that he had found a potential cure for the virus.

Speaking Director-General of the institute, Prof. Babatunde Salako, after Iwu’s claim that he had found a cure, the institute had been inundated with requests from three persons with similar claims.

“To further show their level of seriousness, they sent down specimens of the drugs.

“But there is no way we can give patients such drugs in this outbreak. This is not the time to test such drugs.

“Besides, these are medicines whose origin we don’t even know and there is no report of it being tried elsewhere before.

“I am not trying to disclaim the track record of those who produced them.

“I know they have track records in producing herbal medicines, but you can only experiment with those drugs outside outbreaks,” he stressed.

According to him, the world is still grappling with the pandemic as nobody is sure when the scourge would be over.

He was, however, optimistic that the recovery rate of COVID-19 survivors in Nigeria and the rest of the world is a promising indication that the virus would soon be a thing of the past.

“Nobody can specifically tell how long the coronavirus pandemic will last. But what is sure is that it will come and go. It also depends on our public health’s approach to it.

“With the recent lockdown to curb its spread of the virus, I think we are already on the last lap.

“If we say the human body is capable of taking care of mild infection within four weeks and we don’t go about spreading it, it will take care of itself.

“It means you won’t be able to infect others. If this is observed everywhere, it means that soon enough we won’t be talking about the virus any longer.

“But as it is, the virus has the ability to be infective. Only one person can infect between two to four people.

“The reason why the number is increasing was because people are still moving about and infecting others.

“Therefore, the lockdown is the last option that has to be taken before it gets out of hand,” he noted.

Asked when could possibly happen if the current lockdown imposed by the federal government fails to achieve its purpose, Salako shook his head slowly and muttered ‘There is nothing else to do.’

“In Italy, there was nothing they didn’t do. I think the virus was everywhere and had reached the maximum infection.

“For us in Nigeria, the earlier we carry out the lockdown in States where we recorded infection, the better.

“Also, States yet to record a case are strongly advised to be preparing as if they had it yesterday.

“Otherwise if they are basking in the euphoria of not having coronavirus case, it will bump on them one day and they will start running helter-skelter,” he warned.

COVID-19: Condom Scarcity Looms As Demand Increase

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The world’s biggest maker of condoms, Karex Berhad, has warned of a global shortage as supply falls by almost 50 per cent.

The manufacturer also disclosed that its stockpile is set to last for just another two months.

According to Forbes, Karex produces five billion condoms a year, accounting for roughly 15 per cent of the world market.

Group Chief Executive Officer at Malaysia-based Karex Berhad, Goh Miah Kiat, revealed this to Bloomberg in an interview.

Kiat also warned that condoms could get a lot more expensive as a result.

The CEO said demands have been growing at ‘double digits’ as governments around the world issued stay-at-home notices and many people abstain from having children due to the uncertain future.

“I would definitely say this is an unprecedented stage; we have never seen such a disruption.

“We are still paying all our workers’ full salaries, but workers only come in half the time, so, generally, there will be a cost increase,” he added.

The company said it only restarted its factories on Friday after a week-long closure, working with just half its workforce to comply with a lockdown that Malaysia imposed to contain the spread of the coronavirus.

The company said condoms are mainly made in China and India, which are both heavily impacted by the pandemic.

11 Important Things You Should Check In Your Car Regularly

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Cars indeed need lots of care and maintenance for effective return.

An early morning car check is so important, no doubt that some mornings come with lots of rush to meet up with one appointment or the other, a quick car check before hitting the road is very important.

Who wakes up in the morning without brushing and bathing proceeds for a meeting?

This is very rare as one would always want to appear fresh and stunning and smell nice even as they attend to official activities.

As it is to humans, so also it is in cars it is important you carry out various checks.

Here are a few things to check out before hitting the road;
1. Fluids Level
It is advised that you check car fluids regularly, this is one fact that one should be very conscious of as a little leak somewhere can in no time reduce its gauge/ level. All fluids should be checked as it is unfit to drive a car with a low level of brake fluid, windshield washer or Engine oil.

2. Lights
Road safety marshals are always in the lookout for drivers with broken light and other light related issues. The brake light is very important as it is the communication line between you and other drivers. You must have proper working light for a night drive. A proper check on the lights of your vehicle is essential. Kindly ensure the lights of your car are in good shape both for safety and to avoid issues with road safety personnel.

3. Windscreen wiper
A windscreen wiper popularly known as the “Wiper” is a device that is responsible for removing rain, snow, ice, from the front of a vehicle (windscreen). Wipers are of 3 types; Conventional, flat and hybrid. Wipers enhance clear visuals for a car. It is important to have a properly working wiper in case of rain or any other environmental issues. Check to see if the wiper clears the water from the windscreen without leaving lines as that can impair your vision.

4. Wheels and tires
Tires issues are one of the most experienced driving issues today due to the state of our roads, it is also one of the most important components for a safe drive and connects you to your location through the road. It is important that you check out the tire pressure, because of tire inflation as tires can be deflated even while not on the road and ensure you pulp if need be, also check the surface for notable damages. Carry out a proper check on your tire pressure and tire treads. Always ensure that you carry along a fully inflated spare, this will do you a lot of good as you drive.

5. Adjust the seat to your comfort
Distractions should be avoided when driving, and one such distraction is trying to adjust the seat to suit your comfort as your drive. All adjustments should be done before the journey commences, this is a conscious way to avoid road accidents.

6. Check out Brake Pads
Often we hear of brake pad failures, I do not doubt that issues relating to cars might at times spring up unexpectedly, but a routine check on your vehicle’s brake pad will do you better and should be replaced as soon as a fault is discerned. Ensure your hand brake is in healthy working conditions.

7. Listen to the sound of your engine
The sound of the engine of one’s car can go a long way in telling what shape the car is. Start the car and concentrate fully on the noise from the engine, an alternating sound might need a mechanic to check it out.

8. Side Mirror
Ensure that your side mirrors are set properly to give an active and perfect view as you drive as the views around you are to be inspected while you drive.

9. Steering
Do a quick steering test to confirm the condition of your steering even though the steering test is best carried out while driving.

10. Check out fuel level
At times people run out of fuel in places where there’s no fuel station, to avoid such, it is advisable for one to check the full level, that way you map out strategies on topping up the fuel level rather than car stopping in the middle of the journey because it’s out of fuel.

11. Have a test drive
Do a test drive to ensure the car is in proper shape and fit for the day. You must pay attention to the sound it gives most especially as you engage the brakes

Have a fire extinguisher in good shape, check out sign directions and ensure you use your seat belt while driving.

How Painter Killed 69-Year-Old Woman After Finding N2 Million In Her Account

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A painter is currently in police net in Ibadan, the Oyo State capital, after he allegedly killed a 69-year-old retiree following the discovery by him that the woman has over N2 million in her bank account.

The painter, Niyi Abegunde, was said to have killed the woman, Evangelist (Mrs) Grace Ajibola, a lady evangelist with the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Oke Imole, Agbeni, Ibadan, in the morning of Tuesday, March 17, in the Johnson Awe area of Oluyole Estate where the woman had been living since 1975 after which he fled with the woman’s Automated Teller Machine (ATM) card, one phone and some other valuables.

According to reports, the woman engaged the services of the painter in November 2019 and due to the good job he did, she took a liking to him and since then, he had always been a regular face in the house, sometimes attending vigils organised by the woman on the third Monday of every month.

The woman also used to send him on errands, even with her car.

Mrs Ajibola was said to have asked him a week earlier to help her withdraw some amounts from her account in a first-generation bank in the Apata area of Ibadan.

But the painter, after withdrawing the money, decided to check her account balance and he was said to have found over N2 million in it.

So on Tuesday, March 17, he was said to have come to the house after the young girl living with the woman had gone to school, descended on the woman and strangled her to death.

He eventually locked the door of the house after taking the phone and the ATM card and fled.

According to reports, he had already withdrawn the sum of N120,000 from the account before policemen were informed about the murder of the old woman.

Policemen were eventually able to get details of the transaction made by the man on the close Circuit Television (CCTV) of the bank.

The men of the Special Anti-Robbery Squad in Dugbe then launched a manhunt for him and he was arrested in a hideout in Akure, the Ondo State capital, on Wednesday, March 25.

A senior police source who did not want his name mentioned disclosed the arrest of Abegunde, saying he is currently giving useful information about the incident.

Evangelist (Mrs) Grace Ajibola, a lady evangelist with the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC),

UI Lecturer Writes Paper On How To Boost Immunity, Prevent COVID-19

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Idayat Gbadamosi, an associate professor at the University of Ibadan, has written a yet-to-be-published paper on possible herbal ways of preventing the novel coronavirus disease (COVID-19).

Gbadamosi, a well-published expert in ethnobotany and medicinal plants, says her publication is “targeted towards boosting the immune system to help fight the coronavirus,” clearly stating that it is “not by any means a cure for COVID-19 infection”.

The reader, who has been published in the New York Science Journal and the European Journal of Medicinal Plants, argues that “while countries such as the USA and Europe are battling with insufficient testing equipment and space, Nigerians should turn to nature and explore the benefits of medicinal plants as immune boosters and anti-infectives with a view to mitigating the spread of COVID-19 infection”.

Based on her expertise, Gbadamosi says “the prevention of infectious diseases relies on the use of botanical detoxifiers, immune-boosting remedies, natural antioxidants, plant haematinics, and spices”.

“Based on the fact that COVID-19 is a viral infection, the use of antiviral medicinal plants might be useful in its prevention and management.”

Working with the symptoms of COVID-19 infection, which includes fever, cough, body pain, flu, cold and shortness of breath, Gbadamosi proposed “plants with antimalarial effect, a cough remedy, herbal analgesic, and medicinal plants” that could be useful in the prevention of the COVID-19 infection.

In the paper shared with TheCable, some of her recommendations include:

Botanical detoxifiers: Two botanicals that are valuable detoxifiers are Neem (Azadirachta indica) and Turmeric (Curcuma domestica). Neem is a plant best known for its ability to cleanse the skin, the liver and controls blood sugar. It is readily available in Nigeria and it has a vast array of healing properties. It gently purifies the blood and promotes healthy blood circulation.

Turmeric is the king of all spices with powerful antioxidant properties. It has an array of pharmacological effects in the treatment of arthritis, rheumatism, cancer, obesity, infections, etc. It contains curcuminoids and it is a free-radicals fighter. Daily consumption of turmeric could prevent many degenerative diseases. Turmeric could be made bioavailable if prepared as a powder in combination with Aframomum melegueta (Guinea pepper).

Herbal immune boosters: Guava (Psidium guajava) leaf, mango (Mangifera indica) stem bark and leaf, lemon grass (Cymbopogon citratus) leaf, ginger (Zingiber officinale) rhizome, garlic (Allium sativum) bulb and cinnamon (Cinnamomum zeylanicum) stem bark are immune-boosting herbs that can be prepared in powdered form or as a decoction for oral administration. Generally, spices other than pepper are rich in antioxidants, antimicrobials; they also have anticancer properties.

Research has confirmed that eating a small amount of ginger (Zingiber officinale) daily for 11 days or more can reduce muscle pain and inflammation; ginger also aids digestion. Generally spicing food up a little adds more than just flavour. Other useful spices are onions (Allium species), black pepper (Piper guineense), guinea pepper, clove (Syzygium aromaticum) and green onions (Allium ascalonicum).

As an example, an immune-boosting recipe is as follows: Prepare a decoction of powdered turmeric (125 g), ginger (20 g), garlic (2 g), guinea pepper (a pinch), clove (a pinch), black pepper (a pinch) and coconut water (5 cups) by boiling for 20 minutes. Allow the extract to cool and filter using a fine sieve. Then add lemon (4 teaspoons) and honey (teaspoons) to the extract. Drink ½ teacup of the extract before breakfast or in between meals once daily. One preparation can last for a week if refrigerated.

Natural antioxidants: Fruits and vegetables have antioxidant properties. In addition to vitamins A and C, they contain a polyphenol (quercetin) that have strong H+ donating activity. Phenolic acids generally act as antioxidants by trapping free radicals and some plant-derived compounds are better antioxidants than BHA (Butylated Hydroxyl Anisole).

Consequently, natural antioxidants may be useful in the treatment and prevention of chronic infections and diseases. Some Nigerian vegetables are bitter leaf (Vernonia amygdalina), jute mallow (Corchorus olitorius), spinach (Senecio biafrae), African lettuce (Launnaea taraxacifolia), and pumpkin plant (Telfaria occidentalis). The message is let food be your medicine and medicine be your food.

Plant haematinics: Sorghum bicolor leaf (red guinea corn) and Theobroma cacao stem bark (Cacao tree) are used in combination as haematinics for the treatment of anaemia, menstrual disorder and other blood-related infections and diseases. The tonic is prepared in the form of decoction, in which the two plant materials are washed thoroughly and boiled in clean water for 20 minutes. The extract can be taken orally after food.

Antiviral botanicals: The indigenous people of Nigeria are knowledgeable in the management of viral infections. Cassia fistula (purging cassia), Phyllanthus amarus (stonebreaker), Lagenaria breviflorus (wild colocynth), Citrullus colocynthis (bitter apple) and Syzygium aromatic (clove) are used for the management and treatment of viral diseases.

Although there is a scarcity of information on scientific validation of antiviral activity of medicinal plants, information on the antiviral activity of some of the above named is available in literature. The plants are prepared as powder, decoction and infusion for therapeutic purposes.

Antimalaria and analgesic herbs: Chincona officinalis (red cinchona) stem bark, Nauclea latifolia (African peach) root, Alstonia boonei (stoolwood) root, and Morinda lucida (brimstone tree) root and leaf are used as antimalaria remedy. Chincona officinalis and other Chincona species contain quinine (hydroxychloroquine and chloroquine) and other alkaloids that are effective for the treatment of malaria fever.

The remedy is usually prepared as decoction or tincture for oral administration. Microdesmis puberula and Calliandra portoricensis (powderpuff) are used as analgesic in malaria, arthritis and rheumatism.

Herbal cough remedy: Garcinia kola (bitter kola) and Bryophyllum pinnatum (miracle leaf) are used traditionally for the treatment of cough. G. kola seeds are soaked in lemon juice in a bottle. One teaspoonful of the remedy is taken three times daily after food.

The leaves of B. pinnatum are put in hot water to make tender and squeezed. Add honey to the leaf juice and drink 100ml of the remedy two times daily after food.

Herbs for respiratory tract infections: Spondias mombin (yellow mombin), Garcinia kola, Calotropis procera (apple of Sodom), Nymphaea lotus (water lily) and Abrus precatorius (water lily) are used for the management and treatment of respiratory tract infections.

The remedies are prepared as leaf juice, infusion, decoction and traditional soup for therapeutic purposes.

As an example, an infusion of bitter kola and garlic in clean water is used for the management of respiratory tract infections.

Oyakhilome Relinquish Claim On 5G, Cites Health Risk

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The founder of Christ Embassy, Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has backtracked on his claim that the introduction of 5G network was responsible for the coronavirus pandemic.

Oyakhilome had controversially alleged that 5G – the fifth generation of wireless communications technologies supporting cellular data networks – was initiated to facilitate a “new world order.”

The comments had generated heated debate among Nigerians, with the Senior Pastor of Kingsway International Christian Centre, Matthew Ashimolowo, criticising pastors, who he did not name, for presenting false information with respect to the pandemic.

But Oyakhilome, in a video shared on social media on Sunday, stated that he was only opposed to the initiative because of its perceived health risks and the seeming silence of authorised regulators to address its advantages and disadvantages.

He said, “I have to look at my calling as a priority and I’m into the healing ministry. You may be a pastor or a minister and not be into the healing ministry, this may not concern you.

“I’m a science and technology enthusiast. I love technology.

“Just studying the capabilities of the 5G makes me, like, ‘Wow! I’d like to go on it like tomorrow morning. I’d like to start it right away.’

“But at the same time, I’m into healing; I know what it means for people to be sick.

“I meet with sick people all the time.

“And so, no matter how interested I am in the 5G, I’m going to put health first.

“Are there health risks? What are the health implications?

“Those are my concerns and I became even more concerned when I found out that regulators didn’t seem to care much in looking into the details and the cause of the independent scientists and experts, medical doctors.

“If there are health risks, they should be fixed.

“We want to go on extraordinary technology but we must also consider all the health implications,” he added

COVID-19: Nigeria’s Testing Capacity very low – Experts

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Alex Enemanna
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Some professional associations in the health sector on Sunday said Nigeria must step up its testing capacity to successfully battle the spread of COVID-19.

The groups, including the Nigerian Medical Association, the Medical and Dental Consultants Association of Nigeria and the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives, said it was not enough for the federal and state governments to impose lockdown on citizens without ensuring that those who had been infected with the virus were fished out and tested.

President Muhammadu Buhari had, on March 29, ordered lockdown in the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos and Ogun state to trace and treat people that had contracted coronavirus.

Some state governments, including Osun,  Rivers, Katsina and Kwara, on their own also ordered the lockdown of their states.

According to Worldometer, as of 10 pm on Sunday, Nigeria had tested 5,000 people, while 37,954  persons were tested in Ghana.

On the other hand, South Africa had tested 80,085 of its citizens.

The World Health Organisation had, last week said there was an urgent need to increase COVID-19 testing in Africa. It advised that testing must go beyond cities.

When COVID-19 was first recorded in the country on February 27, Nigeria had five centres, where the virus could be tested.

The centres were increased to 10 the next Friday.

 

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