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
COVID-19, Lagos The Lagos State Government said that it had carried out a total of 197,000 COVID-19 tests since the outbreak of the disease in the state, out of which 26,000 tested positive. “We are ramping up testing, we have now recently surpassed the 3,000 tests per day mark, and we will keep raising this … Read more
Fever The acting Commissioner for Health in Ondo State, Dr Jibayo Adeyeye, has reiterated government’s commitment to eradicating Lassa fever, which he described as deadlier than COVID-19. Adeyeye said this during the road walk sensitisation on eradication of Lassa fever in Owo, Owo Local Government Area of the state. He said that in spite of … Read more
The Lagos state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has proscribed street parties and carnivals in the state over upsurge in COVID-19 cases. Eko Hot Blog reports that the proscription of the activities is contained in a statement on Friday evening. There has been an increase in COVID-19 cases across the country. On Thursday, Nigeria recorded over 1,000 … Read more
Akwa Ibom State Government has announced that about 48 persons have tested positive for coronavirus in the State in less than two weeks. The state government also cautioned people of Akwa Ibom against flouting the safety precautions given by the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, saying the non-adherence to such protocols may lead to another … Read more
Governor of Sokoto State, Aminu Tambuwal, is self-isolating after coming in contact with a person who tested positive for COVID-19, Eko Hot Blog reports. The governor disclosed this known via his official Twitter handle @AWTambuwal, adding that he had undergone a COVID-19 test. “Gov @AWTambuwal goes into isolation after coming in contact with someone who … Read more
The federal government on Thursday expressed worry over the sharp increase in new COVID-19 infections and is seeking additional measures to manage the situation. The concerns were raised during the National Economic Council meeting presided over by Vice President Yemi Osinbajo. Nigeria, in recent weeks, has witnessed a spike in new infections of the deadly … 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
Gov. Simon Lalong Gov. Simon Lalong of Plateau has tested positive for Coronavirus (COVID-19). Dr Makut Macham, Director of Press and Public Affairs to the governor, disclosed this in a statement on Thursday in Jos, Eko hot blog gathered. According to Macham, the development followed COVID-19 test conducted on the governor and members of his … Read more
COVID-19 The Federal Government on Thursday, urged Nigerians to endeavour to adhere to COVID-19 protocols to prevent spread of the disease in the country. The Minister of Environment, Dr Mohammad Abubakar, made the call in Abuja while briefing the newsmen on the second waves of COVID-19 pandemic in the country, Eko hot blog gathered. Abubakar … Read more
France’s president Emmanuel Macron on Thursday tested positive for coronavirus. Eko Hot Blog reports that the announcement of Macron position COVID-19 diagnosis was contained in short statement from the presidency. According to the statement, the 42-year-old was tested after showing early symptoms and the result returned positive. The statement, however, didn’t divulge details of the … 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
French President, Emmanuel Macron has tested positive for coronavirus. The presidential Elysee Palace confirmed this on Thursday. The Presidency said Macron took COVID-19 test after symptoms appeared. Macron will now, in accordance with national regulations, “self isolate for seven days. He will continue to work and carry out his activities remotely,” it said. “The President … Read more
By Ademola Orunbon As part of efforts to prepare ahead for the local government elections, the Ogun State government has charged the staffers of the Ogun state Independent Electoral Commission (OGSIEC) to embrace attitudinal change towards work and be a Covid-19 compliant by wearing nose mask, washing of hands and uses of hands sanitizers at … 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
INEC The Independent Electoral Commission (INEC), says it plans to review its regulations and guidelines for political parties to accommodate COVID-19 protocols. INEC Deputy Director, Election and Monitoring Shehu Wahab said this at the opening of a retreat on COVID-19 protocol for officials on Wednesday in Kano. Read Also: ART: Assisted Reproductive Technology The News … 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
Jaja Clinic, a health facility in university of Ibadan, has been shut down. Eko Hot Blog understands that the decision to halt operations in the clinic is sequel to the positive COVID-19 status of one of its patients. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the institution said the clinic would be shut down for one … 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 Chief Justice of Nigeria (CJN), Tanko Muhammad has tested positive for COVID-19. It was disclosed on Tuesday in Abuja by a member of the Supreme Court, Justice Ibrahim Saulawa. Saulawa made the disclosure at the unveiling of the national headquarters of the Muslim Lawyers’ Association of Nigeria (MULAN) in Abuja. Ekohotblog gathered that the … Read more