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Second Wave Thousands of Nigerians have taken to social media to bemoan the resurgence of the novel coronavirus which has consequently crippled social and economic activities around the world during the yuletide season. As earlier reported by Eko Hot Blog, the novel coronavirus, otherwise referred to as COVID-19 has been the running theme in the … Read more
Talks are ongoing between the World Health Organisation (WHO) and the United Kingdom (UK) over a new, and more virulent, strain of the coronavirus. Eko Hot Blog reports that the WHO Representative to Russia, Melita Vujnovic, announced the development on Monday. She said the global health body had been in consultation with UK since December … Read more
The latest figures provided by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) confirms that Nigeria has recorded a total of 78,434 COVID-19 cases. In its latest case update dated December 20, the NCDC Reports that 501 new confirmed cases and 3 additional deaths. The 501 new cases were reported from 15 states — Lagos (218), … Read more
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed that Nigeria’s total confirmed cases of COVID-19 has risen to 77,933. In its latest case update dated December 19, the NCDC reported 920 new infections and six COVID-19-related deaths. Read also: NCDC Reports 930 New Cases Of COVID-19, Total Now 75,062 The new cases were recorded … Read more
United States President, Donald Trump has spoken with French President Emmanuel Macron to wish him a speedy recovery from the coronavirus. In the conversation, which according to the White House took place Thursday, Trump “wished President Macron a speedy recovery and quick return to his full duties. “President Trump also extended his best wishes for … Read more
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed that the country’s COVID-19 infections tally has risen to 77,013. In its latest case update dated December 18, the top diseases agency reports 806 new cases and 11 fatalities. According to the NCDC, the new COVID-19 cases were recorded in 26 states — Lagos (287), FCT … Read more
The Nigeria Centre For Disease Control (NCDC), on Wednesday, disclosed that it recorded 1,145 new COVID-19 cases. In its latest case update dated December 17, the top diseases agency also recorded one death. This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Nigeria to 76,207 with 67,110 persons discharged while the death toll stands at … Read more
The Governor of Niger State, Abubakar Bello, has ordered that all civil servants stay at home from December 21, 2020 following an increase in the number of COVID-19 cases recorded in the state. According to the governor, the decision is aimed at averting a second wave of the COVID-19 pandemic. The Governor’s directive was contained … Read more
The Nigeria Centre For Disease Control (NCDC), on Wednesday, disclosed that it recorded 930 new cases of the Coronavirus disease across the country. This brings the total number of confirmed cases in Nigeria to 75,062 with 66,775 persons discharged while the death toll stands at 1,200. Read also: COVID-19: NCDC Confirms 758 New Cases As … Read more
The World Health Organization (WHO), on Wednesday, warn of a “further resurgence” of the Coronavirus in early 2021, as it urged families to wear face masks during this year’s Christmas gatherings. The UN health organisation said in a statement that while some “fragile progress” had been made, “Covid-19 transmission across the European region remains widespread … Read more
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has disclosed that Nigeria now has a total of 74,132 confirmed cases of the Coronavirus disease. In its latest case update dated December 15, 2020, the NCDC said 758 new confirmed cases and 3 deaths were recorded in Nigeria. The 758 new cases were recorded in 19 states: … Read more
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has reported 201 new confirmed cases of the Coronavirus in Nigeria bringing the total number of reported cases to 73,374. Eko Hot Blog gathers that in its latest case update dated December 14, 2020, no deaths were recorded in Nigeria, having carried out a total daily test of … Read more
A new variant of the Coronavirus disease has been found growing faster in some parts of England. Health Secretary, Matt Hancock said at least 60 different local authorities had recorded Coronavirus infections caused by the new variant. He said the World Health Organization had been notified and UK scientists were doing detailed studies. He said … Read more
German Chancellor Angela Merkel, on Sunday, said Germany will go into a “hard” national lockdown, starting next week and continuing through the Christmas period, as part of stricter measures to stem a wave of coronavirus cases. CNN reports that as of next Wednesday, all non-essential shops, services and schools will close until January 10, and … Read more
A second wave of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19) seems to be hitting Nigeria as the country continues to record significant increase in number of daily infections. The latest case update provided by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) reported that 617 new confirmed COVID-19 cases and 4 deaths were recorded in Nigeria on Saturday, … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has tested positive for coronavirus. The state health commissioner, Akin Abayomi announced on Saturday. Akin Abayomi said the Governor is currently experiencing “mild symptoms and fatigue typical of a mild case of COVID-19.” READ ALSO:BREAKING: 600 Students Kidnapped As Gunmen Invade School In Kastina He added that Sanwo-Olu is receiving … Read more
Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, is self-isolating after some of his close aides and a family member tested positive for COVID-19, Eko Hot Blog can confirm. El-Rufai announced the development in a short video on Friday and explained that he decided to go into self-isolation as a precautionary move that complies with the standard COVID-19 … Read more
The World Bank has warned that the economic impact of the COVID-19 may send personal incomes back four decades, Eko Hot Blog reports. According to a World Bank report, Africa’s most populous country will have to enact a series of potentially politically unpopular reforms in order to avoid a prolonged recession. The report stated that … Read more
Lagos State Governor, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has gone into self-isolation after one of his close aides tested positive for COVID-19 on Thursday. According to a statement by the state Commissioner for Health, Professor Akin Abayomi, the unnamed aide was said to have tested positive, making the governor to decide to go into self-isolation from today, … Read more
United States President-Elect, Joe Biden has set a goal of 100 million Covid vaccinations in his first 100 days in office, BBC reports. He said his first months in office would not end the outbreak but gave few details on rollout strategy and promised to change the course of COVID-19. Introducing his health team for … Read more