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Maret 28, 2020

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BBNaija star Khloe: 'Am loosing my damn mind..Check on me'

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 03:30 AM PDT

Following the "Stay at home" instruction advised by FG in other to curb the spread of the deadly coronavirus disease, former Big Brother Naija housemate, Khloe has taken to Instagram to lament seriously about being isolated.

The dark skinned model in a video was heard complaining bitterly about having to stay at home all day and doing nothing.

According to her, she is about to loose her mind because she did not commit a crime and she is in prison. She added that she desperately wants the whole coronavirus saga to end already.

Zlatan Ibile: I prefer girls that are still staying with their parents

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 03:00 AM PDT

Nigerian singer, Zlatan Ibile, has revealed why he prefers dating girls who are still staying with their parents.

According to "Bolanle" crooner, he prefers them because they are her easier to control.

His words ;

"I prefer girls that still stay under their parents roof than the ones that are independent…. Pensive faceCrying face to control those ones Dey hard like bike wey the gear get fault"

"The bad side now be say quarantine now no go allow them play mummy and daddy with person", he added

Victoria Inyama questions why those reported to have recovered from coronavirus haven’t spoken out about their struggles with the deadly disease

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 02:30 AM PDT

Former Nollywood actress, Victoria Inyama, has asked the Lagos state government to allow those reported to have recovered from the Coronavirus disease, share their experience battling the viral disease.

Inyama made the call while reacting to posts by the Special Assistant to the Lagos state Government on Health, Tunde Ajayi, who disclosed via his Twitter handle that six of the Coronavirus patients in the state have recovered and would be discharged soon.

Inyama while responding to his tweet, asked that the identities of the recovered patients be revealed.

See her comment below.

FG bans inter-state travel and close motor parks in the country over coronavirus

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 02:00 AM PDT

The Federal Government of Nigeria has announced plans to ban inter-state travel and possibly close down motor parks in the country as part of measures to curtail the spread of the Coronavirus.

Minister for Information and Culture, Lai Mohammed said this at an ongoing press briefing in Abuja, on Thursday.

He said: "It is now time for enforcement."

He made the comment in reaction to reports that the number of people who have tested positive to the deadly disease in Nigeria has hit 51.

Koye Kekere-Ekun is now Engaged

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 01:30 AM PDT

He popped the question to his girlfriend, and she said yes!

The excited husband-to-be shared the happy news on Instagram, he with emojis: "💍☺️🙏🏾".

Coronavirus: Shade Okoya after attending an event in UK says in a post "My family and I are fine"

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 01:00 AM PDT

Shade Okoya, the wife of billionaire industrialist and the Aare of Lagos, Chief Razak Akanni Okoya, has taken to social media to dispel rumours that she and her family may be down with the dreaded coronavirus.

The socialite who attended the 80th birthday celebration of Adesola George Oguntade held in London on the March 10, 2020, seems to have set tongues wagging about the possibility of being infected.

Well, in a recent Instagram post, she stated in clear terms that herself and her family, together with everyone who attended the birthday party, are all fine.

She wrote: "To the best of my knowledge and findings none of the guests in attendance have shown any signs or symptoms of the deadly Coronavirus as I text this today , the misinformation being circulated on social media lacks all credibility and its aim is for blackmail purpose only."

See post below:

President Buhari orders release of N10bn grant to Lagos state govt to tackle Coronavirus pandemic

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 12:30 AM PDT

President Buhari has ordered the release of a N10 billion grant to the Lagos state government to battle the rising Coronavirus pandemic in the country.

In a statement released this evening, the President said as part of efforts to fight the ravaging COVID-19, N5 billion has also been released to the Nigeria Center for Disease Control NCDC to equip, expand and provide personnel to its facilities and laboratories across the country.

President Buhari says he has also ordered the immediate closure of International Airports and Land Borders for four weeks in the first instance to enable the government to put up the appropriate policies, processes and infrastructure to cope with suspected and confirmed cases at home, without risking a compounding of the situation with more imported cases.

Read the statement below

Over the last few days I have received extensive briefings on the state of the nation as it relates to the Covid-19 pandemic, from the relevant Federal Government agencies as well as the Lagos State Government.

Accordingly, I approved the following:

The immediate release of a 10 billion Naira grant to Lagos State, which remains the epicentre of the Covid-19 outbreak in Nigeria. This grant will enable Lagos State increase its capacity to control and contain the outbreak, while also supporting other States with capacity building.

The immediate release of a 5 billion Naira special intervention fund to the Nigeria Center for Disease Control (NCDC) to equip, expand and provide personnel to its facilities and laboratories across the country.

The Nigerian Air Force is already making its fleet available to the Presidential Task Force on Covid-19, to enable a better coordinated and more effective response across the country.

To protect our homeland from external exposure, I directed the immediate closure of our International Airports and Land Borders for four weeks in the first instance, to enable us put up the appropriate policies, processes and infrastructure to cope with suspected and confirmed cases at home, without risking a compounding of the situation with more imported cases.

The inconvenience caused by these flight and travel restrictions to our fellow citizens abroad who want to return home is regrettable, but it is necessary for the greater good, and I thank you all for your understanding and cooperation.

I have also directed that only cargo vessels that have been at sea for more than 14 days be allowed to dock in our ports, after the crew have been tested and confirmed disease-free by the Port Health Authorities. This 14-day restriction however does not apply to vessels carrying oil and gas products as by their nature, there is minimal human contact.

We have also suspended the movement of commuter trains to limit the spread of the virus to other parts of the country.

I have directed the NCDC to draft all its recent retirees back into service to beef up our manpower as we respond to the pandemic.

Furthermore, all NCDC staff and experts who are away on training or international assignments are to return immediately. Already the Nigerian Air Force (NAF) are conducting an evacuation mission to bring back some of our specialists in Central Africa, to enable them support the national response.

I commend the monetary policy authorities for their financial intervention to support our entrepreneurs and companies as we go through this difficult time. We are also looking at fiscal measures to minimise the negative impact of this pandemic on the livelihood of millions of Nigerians.

As you are aware we have begun the process of reviewing the federal budget. We shall communicate our fiscal interventions once the budget review process is concluded.

In the meantime, I have directed the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, to work with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria, to ensure that all production of essential items such as food, medical and pharmaceutical products continues unhindered.

We are engaging our international friends and partners to share knowledge and to seek their support in our response to the pandemic. We are grateful for the show of support thus far – we have already started receiving goods and supplies intended to help us scale up our efforts.

Let me specially thank and commend all of the hard and heroic work being done by our medical personnel, the NCDC, Port Health Authorities, Security Agencies, State Governments, and all ad-hoc staff and volunteers.

I urge all Nigerians to be mindful of those among us who seek to spread panic and misinformation, and sow confusion at this time. We must all pay attention only to the relevant government agencies working day and night to make accurate and useful information available to the public.

I will also ask all of us to strictly obey all public health guidelines and instructions issued by the Federal and State health authorities, regarding personal hygiene and social distancing. These guidelines will be updated from time to time as new information and treatments are obtained.

In the meantime, I want to assure all Nigerians, that the Federal Government remains committed to protecting all Nigerians. We seek your full support and cooperation as we go through this very difficult time. Together we will triumph over this pandemic.

Reps take delivery of exotic cars and begin distribution amid coronavirus outbreak

Posted: 28 Mar 2020 12:00 AM PDT

The House of Representatives has started taking delivery of the Toyota Camry 2020 model cars acquired for members as official cars.

According to Punch, some of the cars were sighted by their correspondent at different parking lots within the National Assembly Complex, on Thursday, March 26, 2020.

This comes at a time when Nigeria is battling the coronavirus crisis and Nigerians took to Twitter to blast the move.



See the cars below;

Nigerian footballer Taye Taiwo announces the death of his father

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 11:30 PM PDT

Former internationals have condoled with the team's ex-defender Taiye Taiwo who lost his father on Wednesday. He has since been buried according to Muslim rites.

Former Super Eagles including Yakubu Aiyegbeni, Finidi George, Victor Obinna Nsofor, Peter Osaze Odemwingie, Sunday Stephen among others have sent a condolence messages to the RoPS Rovaniemi of Finland defender .

"May his soul Rest In Peace, amen," Finidi wrote, while Nsofor said, "My condolences bro, take heart."

Former Super Eagles goal poacher, Yakubu Aiyegbeni in his condolence message simply wrote, "RIP", while Stephen said: "Sorry about the loss brother, may he rest on".


The former AC Milan left-back confirmed the passing of his father on his Instagram account.

Sharing a photo of his late father with whom he shared a strong resemblance, he simply wrote, "RIP my father".

Late Salisu spent most of his life working as a welder in Isheri-Olofin area of Lagos and later had the opportunity of seeing his son, Taye become a successful footballer.

He is survived by the former Marseille defender and four other siblings. He had since been buried according to Islamic funeral rites.

Dj Cuppy can’t stop reminding us that she is 27 and single

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 11:00 PM PDT

Popular Nigerian female Disc Jockey, Florence Otedola alias DJ Cuppy announces her "single" relationship status again this month after she noticed that a lot of people have moved their attention from it.

Recall that On February 14th DJ Cuppy sent a friendly reminder to everyone on her Instagram, that she still remains single and searching.

This time around, she spilled some tea about her private life and her relationships. Cuppy shared a video on YouTube in which she revealed the reason she is still single at 27.

In a teaser she posted on Instagram, she said;

"At 26 I am very proud but I have definitely made a few mistakes . I feel like we mustn' t be afraid to make a few mistakes , especially with relationships because it helps us grow."

Teni shares throwback photo of herself when she was slim

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 10:30 PM PDT

Teni Apata popularly known as Teni has taken to Instagram to share a throwback photo of herself when she was still slim as a little girl.

In the photo, she posed with her two sisters who she also tagged their Instagram ID's in the caption of the throwback photo that she shared.


Teni didn't talk about her slim stature in the photo though, she was more concerned with the makeup she was wearing in the throwback photo.

She wrote in the caption;

Who did this make up for me oooooo where did I go wrong ?

Imam of Peace, Mohammad Tawhidi slams Buhari on Twitter, calls him “dictator”

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 10:00 PM PDT

Popular Iranian-born Australia-based Islamic cleric, Mohammad Tawhidi, popularly known as 'Imam of Peace' has mocked Nigerian President, Muhammadu Buhari over the video of him speaking on the Coronavirus pandemic, on Sunday March 22.

The Imam also lashed out at the Prime Minister of Pakistan, Imran Khan who according to him thinks Iran and Japan share a border.

Victor Moses, Former Super Eagles star, flees Italy after observing 14-days quarantine

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:30 AM PDT

Inter Milan player Victor Moses is among has left Italy after observing a 14-day quarantine.

According to L'Equipe, Moses has joined other seven Inter Milan players who left Italy this week after the compulsory 14-day quarantine, Reports from Goal.com also revealed that Antonio Conte's side was forced into self-isolation after some cases of the pandemic were discovered in the league.

The new development of Inter Milan going into self isolation occurred after Juventus defender, Daniel Rugani was diagnosed with coronavirus some days back.

Despite him being an unused substitute in the Derby d'Italia game that ended 2-0 in favour of Juve, he still became a victim of the pandemic.

Moses who has showed no symptoms of the virus, has reportedly returned to his base on Tuesday alongside Romelu Lukaku, Ashley Young, Christian Eriksen and Diego Godin.

Johnny Drille drops his first single of 2020 titles it 'Something Better'

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 07:00 AM PDT


Artist: Johnny Drille

Song Title: Something Better

Genre: R&B

Album: TBA

Date of release: March 26, 2020

Label: MAVIN

Producer: Johnny Drille

Video Director: TBA

Details: Johnny Drille drops his first single of 2020.

Meghan Markle stars in Disneynature’s 'Elephant'

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:30 AM PDT

Disney has confirmed Meghan Markle is starring in upcoming Disneynature documentary

Meghan Markle's first on-screen gig post decision to step down as a senior Royal is a documentary on elephants!

The duchess of Sussex has played the role of a narrator in Disneynature's upcoming documentary titled 'Elephant' set to premiere on Disney+ on April 3, 2020. 'Elephant' follows a family's adventurous and life-changing journey to Africa.


Disney confirmed Markle's role via a teaser video shared on Twitter and captioned: "Two new movies, two unforgettable journeys. Start streaming Disneynature's Elephant, narrated by Meghan, The Duchess of Sussex, and Disneynature's Dolphin Reef, narrated by Natalie Portman, on April 3, only on #DisneyPlus".


According to People, all proceeds from the documentary will be channeled to supporting Elephants Without Borders, a non profit organization protecting elephants across Africa. Back in 2017, Prince Harry and Meghan visited the NGO in Bostwana.

The Royals are officially set to lose their titles from March 31, 2020 after publicly announcing on January 8 that they would be stepping down as senior members of the royal family.

Nollywood star, Dareng passes on

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 06:00 AM PDT

Nigerian actor, Alkali Matthew, popularly known as Dareng of the African Magic series "Halita", has died on set.

Matthew reportedly died on the 24th of March 2020, while filming on a movie set. The main cause of his death is yet to be revealed.

Announcing his death, Dimbo Atiya, founder of familiar grounds media and producer of "sons of the Caliphate", took to her Instagram account on Wednesday to mourn the deceased.


She wrote, "Familiar Grounds Media would like to send our deepest condolences to the family of AKALI MATHEW who played the character of DARENG on the TV Series HALITA.

"He was one of our much-valued cast, who died on the 24th of March 2020.
"This extremely sad event took place suddenly while he was filming on another set for an Epic movie in a village near Keffi.
"This has come as a rude shock to us all and we pray that the Lord will grant his family the fortitude to bear this great loss.

"From all of us at Familiar Grounds we say Rest in Power DARENG."

It was rumored that he died of coronavirus but the news was debunked by Dimbo.

See post below;

Comedian AY: “Covid-19 will have a positive impact on the Nigeria system of government”

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 05:30 AM PDT

Comedian, Ayo Makun popularly referred to as AY comedian explained the goodness the deadly coronavirus disease will bring to Nigeria.

According to the 48 year old, Nigerian government will be forced to provide good health system/ facilities in Nigeria by the time they are forced to go there to get treated from coronavirus.

He suggested that all politicians that have tested positive to corona virus should be taken to public hospitals.

In his words "All the politicians testing positive should be taken to the poor health centers they initially left for the masses. Either we like it or not, the Covid19 will have a positive impact on the Nigeria system of govt, particularly the health sector."

See post below;

Toke Makinwa says "Every female should have a vibrator in 2020"

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 05:00 AM PDT

Toke Makinwa has said every woman should have a vibrator. The media personality said it's unheard of for a woman not to have a vibrator in 2020.

In a new video she shared online, she addressed women, saying: "You deserve orgasms.

"I think every female should have a vibrator. I mean, are you crazy? You don't have one? In 2020? Like, dude, how do you even know what your body needs?"

"I have three types of vibrators I'd advise you to get," she adds, then proceeds to list them.

Covid-19: Rema wish the worst for Nigerian politicians

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:30 AM PDT

On March 22, 2020, Nigerian singer, Rema took to his Twitter page to add his voice to the sweeping state of coronavirus in Nigeria.

In a Tweet, he wrote, "They refused to invest in hospitals because they could fly abroad to get treatments for themselves, now countries borders closed, Karma take the wheel."



This comes after coronavirus continues to eat across the Nigerian ruling and political class. Over the past 48 hours, Abba Kyari, Bauchi State Governor, Bala Muhammed and more Nigerian politicians continue to battle with coronavirus. A lot of Nigerians have seen the event as vindication after years of unfixed degradation has hit the Nigerian healthcare system.

Nigerians are also angry at the laxity of the Nigerian government in managing the coronavirus situation might closing the borders and airports earlier. A lot of Nigerians argue that Nigerian politicians used to be lax towards the Nigerian healthcare systems because they had the luxury of traveling out of the country for quality healthcare.

See post below;

They refused to invest in hospitals because they could fly abroad to get treatments for themselves, now countries borders closed, Karma take the wheel. 🇳🇬💔

#COVID-19: Runtown To Gift 10M To Nigerians As Total Lockdown Looms

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 04:00 AM PDT

Popular singer, Runtown has announced that he will be giving out 10 million naira to Nigerians who have no money to stock up as total lockdown looms.


Rubtown took to his twitter page to ask fans who are financially incapacitated to drop their account details for the giveaway. He further warned those who have money not to drop their details.

It can be recalled that the Lagos state government had yesterday issued a stay at home order following the widespread of coronavirus.

Runtown who seemed to be worried about the welfare of Nigerians wrote;

"HOPE EVERYONE IS STAYING SAFE . TIMES ARE EXTREMELY TOUGH AND I AM CERTAIN THERE ARE PEOPLE WITH NO MONEY TO STOCK UP ON SURVIVAL ESSENTIALS . WILL BE GIVING OUT 10 MILLION NAIRA TO THIS CAUSE . KINDLY DROP YOUR ACCOUNT DETAILS"

NOTE : OBVIOUSLY 10 MILLION NAIRA WOULD NOT GO ROUND, SO IF YOU HAVE OTHER MEANS TO SUSTAIN YOURSELF , RESPECTFULLY DON' T SEND IN YOUR ACCOUNT"

UBA donates N5bn for Coronavirus relief support across Africa; Wizkid reacts

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 03:30 AM PDT


United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA) has announced a donation of over N5 billion ($14 million), through the UBA Foundation, to catalyse a comprehensive pan-African response to the fight against the coronavirus (COVID-19) global pandemic.

The donation will provide significant and much-needed support to Nigeria and 19 other African countries, by supplying relief materials, critical care facilities, and financial support to Governments.


The UBA support programme will be allocated as follows: N1 billion ($2.8 million) to Lagos State Government in Nigeria; N500 million ($1.4 million) to Nigeria's Federal Capital Territory, Abuja; N1 billion ($2.8 million) to the remaining 35 states in Nigeria; N1.5 billion ($4.2 million) to UBA's presence countries in Africa; and N1 billion ($2.8 million) for Medical Centres with equipment and supplies Free Telemedicine call centre facility.

The pan-African bank will fund a medical centre immediately in Lagos, Nigeria, with beds for isolation and ICU facilities, managed and operated in partnership with Heirs Holdings' healthcare subsidiary, Avon Medical Hospital.

In addition, UBA is providing a free telemedicine platform, that is physician-led, to provide direct access to medical advice to citizens, in compliance with social distancing requirements.

UBA Group Chairman Tony O. Elumelu, stated that: "This is a time when we must all play our part. This global epidemic must bring citizens, governments and business leaders together – and quickly. As we see a rapidly increasing number of cases of the coronavirus in Nigeria and Africa, the private sector has to work hand in hand with various Governments, in stemming the spread of the global pandemic".

Wizkid, who is an ambassador for UBA group of company also took to Instagram to confirm the news.

He shared on his page;

Odunlade Adekola reportedly completes the construction of his mansion(Video)

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 03:00 AM PDT


There are reports that Nollywood actor, Odunlade Adekola completed a multimillion naira mansion recently and also had a star-studded housewarming party.

Odunlade Adekola is one of the prominent Yoruba Nollywood Actors in Nigeria. His role in movies most times cracked people up as he is a comic actor. Odunlade Adekola is a brand ambassador to big companies in Nigeria due to his sense of humor and great personality. Having a new house is really a reward for his hardwork.

“We don’t have protective equipment” – Nigerian Health workers cry out

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 02:30 AM PDT

Medical practitioners under the aegis of the National Association of Nigeria Nurses and Midwives (NANNM), have cried out that they are lacking the necessary Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).

The Chairman of the Bauchi State chapter, Ibrahim Maikudi, told pressmen on Wednesday that nurses needed to protect themselves in the course of their duties, hence the need for PPE.

PPE include goggles and protective clothing designed to protect the wearer's body from infection. Maikudi revealed his members could not afford to take risks, considering the novel coronavirus that has been declared a global pandemic by the World Health Organisation (WHO).

He added that the association had mobilised its members to join efforts targeted toward curbing the spread COVID-19.

"While preparing and mobilising our members to be prepared in case they come in contact with patients, we also advised them to take safety measures while discharging their duties.

"We are calling on Bauchi government to provide PPE in the facilities across the state.

Complete list of markets that have been shut down by the Lagos State Government because of corona virus.

Posted: 27 Mar 2020 02:00 AM PDT

The Lagos State Government has effected the closure of some non-essential markets following increased cases of coronavirus in the state.

According to the State Government, the markets that were shut down today March 26, do not sell essential products like food items and medical supplies.



Here is a list of the markets below;

1. GSM village, Airport road, Ikeja.

2. Mandilaz market in Lagos island.

3. Oluwole market in Lagos island.

4. Ogba market.

5. Ladipo Market.

6. Arena market oshodi.

7. Oshodi market.

8. Lawanson market.

9. Kantangua market.

10. Alaba international market.

11. Trade fair market.

12. Igando market, Alimosho, Abule-egba.

13. Ebute ero market.

14. Computer village, Ikeja.

15. Balogun market in Lagos island.

16. Iyana-ipaja.

17. Agege market.

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