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Oyo Govt. To Synergize With FG, Stakeholders On Tourism Development

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Oyo Govt Seals Off Five Clinics Over Alleged Unprofessional Practices

Oyo State Government has promised to collaborate with the Federal Government and other stakeholders on development of tourist potentials in the State, adding that it is poised to make the state a hub of tourism in Nigeria. Commissioner of Information, Culture & Tourism, Dr. Wasiu Olatunbosun stated this at the Old Oyo National park, during … Read more

We Need N1.6B Emergency Fund To Fight Coronavirus- NCDC

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The Nigerian Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has revealed about N1.6billion emergency funding is needed to strengthen Coronavirus (COVID19) response activities. The Deputy Director in charge of Special Duties, Dr. Pricilla Ibekwe, noted this yesterday at a press conference presided over by the Minister of Health, Dr. Osagie Ehanire, she said the emergency fund, if … Read more

Coronavirus: Samsung Moves Smartphone Production To Vietnam

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Samsung Electronics announced on Friday that it would temporarily move some of its smartphone productions from South Korea to Vietnam, as it has been forced to close its factory in the Asian country. The company’s spokeswoman said that the group had to suspend its operations at the factory in the Southern city of Gumi in South Korean … Read more

There’s Nothing Wrong With Dating Younger Guys- Toyin Alausa

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Nollywood actress, Toyin Alausa has revealed that she doesn’t object dating younger men, as long as there are good intentions in the relationship. Toyin Alausa mother of one said she can date men who are younger than her. In an interview with Broadway TV, the 41-year-old added that love is not enough in marriage. “Every … Read more

Meet Adunola Osinuga, Biden’s Points Woman In Texas

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When Joe Biden, now frontrunner in the race to pick a Democratic candidate to compete with Donald Trump, came to the atrium of the science building at Texas Southern University in Houston, Texas to campaign last Monday, his introduction was made by a female student. “We saw in South Carolina the power that voters of … Read more

Court Fixes April 24 To Rule On Forfeiture Of Saraki’s Lagos Properties

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The Federal High Court sitting in Lagos has fixed April 24, for its ruling on the final forfeiture of two properties belonging to a former President of the Senate, Dr. Bukola Saraki. The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), is seeking the final forfeiture to the Federal Government of Dr. Saraki’s properties situated at 17 … Read more

Gunmen Abduct Three LG Councillors In Zamfara

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Politician, District Head, 2 Others Abducted In Niger State

Zamfara Police Command on Thursday confirmed the abduction of three supervisory councillors of Gummi Local Council in the state. The Command’s Public Relations Officer, SP Shehu Mohammed confirmed the development to newsmen in Gusau. He, however, said that “all three have been released. “We are still gathering details and we will make it public after … Read more

Coronavirus: California Declares Emergency After Death

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California has declared a state of emergency after announcing its first coronavirus death, bringing the US death toll from the disease to 11. A 71-year-old man, who died in a hospital near Sacramento, had underlying health conditions and had been on a cruise ship, said officials. The White House moved on Wednesday to expand testing … Read more

Just In: S’Africa Confirms First Case Of Deadly Coronavirus

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South Africa’s Health Minister on Thursday confirmed the country’s first case of the deadly Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. “The National Institute for Communicable Diseases confirmed that a suspected case of COVID-19 has tested positive,” the country’s health minister, Zweli Mkhize said. “The patient is a 38-year-old male who traveled to Italy with his wife. They were … Read more

Abia: Gov. Ikpeazu Seeks Partnership With AfDB To Turn State Into Industrial Hub

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Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has met with African Development Bank President Akinwumi Adesina in Abidjan, Cote d’Ivoire to discuss investment in various sectors in Abia to help boost job creation. “Our vision is to leverage the capacity of our people to become the SME capital of Nigeria. Our people are industrious and innovative. For instance, our … Read more

#CoronavirusUpdates: James Bond’s “No Time To Die” Postponed

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James Bond

No Time to Die, an upcoming James Bond movie release date is now delayed for seven months due to fears of the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19). No Time to Die which was supposed to premiere in April 2020 will now open in November this year. No Time to Die was initially scheduled to premiere in … Read more

Heritage Bank: 7 Years Of Creating Heritage Wealth For Nigerians

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Heritage Bank: 7 Years Of Creating Heritage Wealth For Nigerians

One of the fastest-growing financial service providers in Nigeria, Heritage Bank Plc, is celebrating 7 years of its existence. Established with an excellent service culture hinged on partnering with customer to create wealth, the lender has continued to provide seamless banking experience, accurate and relevant information to its customers across Nigeria. For Heritage Bank, it’s … Read more

Breaking: Emir Sanusi In Fresh Trouble

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Emir Sanusi, the Emir of Kano in northern Nigeria, is in fresh trouble as the Kano State House of Assembly has set up an eight-man committee to investigate alleged violations of culture and traditions as well as religious norms of Kano against Emir Muhammad Sanusi II. Ekohotblog reports that the committee on public petition was mandated … Read more

2023 And Tinubu’s Rumoured Interest By Abiodun Komolafe

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Asiwaju Ahmed Tinubu

Rumours are rumours! But, if, indeed, there is any substance or element of truth in the rumoured presidential ambition of Bola Ahmed Tinubu, then, he will have to take some serious steps for it to become a reality. Charity, they say, begins at home! For him to be sellable to the majority of Nigerians, Tinubu must metamorphose … Read more

Super Tuesday: Biden Wins 9 States, Sanders Takes California

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A resurgent Joe Biden swept at least nine states on Super Tuesday in a stunning comeback that transformed the Democratic nomination race into a two-man contest against Bernie Sanders. The former vice-president won the key state of Texas — the second-biggest prize of the night — along with Massachusetts in the northeast, Minnesota in the … Read more

List Of Countries Where Coronavirus Have Been Confirmed

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The outbreak of coronavirus which was first noticed in Chinese City of Wuhan at the end of 2019, has now been confirmed in 75 other countries.

While Iran has recorded the highest death toll outside China, Iran rose to 66, WHO has also announced that the number of new cases outside China rose nine times higher than those inside the Asian country in the last 24 hours.

More than 3,100 people have died globally and over 90,000 have been infected since the outbreak of the deadly disease, leading to a declaration of public health emergency of international concern by the World Health Organization (WHO).

In mainland China, more than 80,100 cases of the virus and over 2,900 deaths have been recorded, with majority of the patients coming from Hubei province.

Here is a full list of the 75 countries where coronavirus has been confirmed in outside mainland China as at 12:00am on Tuesday March 3;

1. Afghanistan (1 case)

2. Algeria (2 cases)

3. Andorra (1 case)

4. Armenia (1 case)

5. Australia (35 cases, 1 death)

6. Austria (10 cases)

7. Bahrain (49 cases)

8. Belarus (1 case)

9. Belgium (1 case)

10. Brazil (2 cases)

11. Cambodia (1 case)

12. Canada (24 cases)

13. Croatia (6 cases)

14. Czech Republic (5 cases)

15. Denmark (3 cases)

16. Dominican Republic (1 case)

17. Ecuador (7 cases)

18. Egypt (2 cases)

19. Estonia (1 case)

20. Finland (3 cases)

21. France (130 cases, 2 deaths)

22. Georgia (1 case)

23. Germany (158 cases)

24. Gibraltar (1 case)

25. Greece (7 cases)

26. Hong Kong (100 cases, 2 deaths)

27. Iceland (3 case)

28. India (6 cases)

29. Indonesia (2 cases)

30. Iran (1,501 cases, 66 deaths)

31. Iraq (26 cases)

32. Ireland (1 case)

33. Israel (12 cases)

34. Italy (2,036 cases, 52 deaths)

35. Japan (974 cases, 12 deaths)

36. Jordan (1 case)

37. Kuwait (56 cases)

38. Latvia (1 case)

39. Lebanon (13 cases)

40. Lithuania (1 case)

41. Luxembourg (1 case)

42. Macao (10 cases)

43. Malaysia (25 cases)

44. Mexico (5 cases)

45. Monaco (1 case)

46. Nepal (1 case)

47. Netherlands (7 cases)

48. New Zealand (1 case)

49. Nigeria (1 case)

50. North Macedonia (1 case)

51. Norway (15 cases)

52. Oman (6 cases)

53. Pakistan (5 cases)

54. Philippines (3 cases, 1 death)

55. Portugal (2 cases)

56. Qatar (7 cases)

57. Romania (3 cases)

58. Russia (6 cases)

59. San Marino (1 case)

60. Saudi Arabia (1 case)

61. Senegal (1 case)

62. Singapore (108 cases)

63. South Korea (5,186 cases, 29 deaths)

64. Spain (73 cases)

65. Sri Lanka (1 case)

66. Sweden (13 cases)

67. Switzerland (18 cases)

68. Taiwan (41 cases, 1 death)

69. Thailand (42 cases, 1 death)

70. Tunisia (1 case)

71. Ukraine (1 case)

72. United Arab Emirates (21 cases)

73. United Kingdom (40 cases)

74. United States (105 cases*, 6 deaths)

75. Vietnam (16 cases)

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FIRS Targets Trillions In Tax From Oil, Gas Companies

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FIRS Records N4.8trn 10-year Revenue Shortfall

The Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS) said it would rake in four trillion naira as tax revenue from the extractive sector of the Nigerian economy in the 2020 fiscal year. The FIRS made this known in a statement issued by Abdullahi Ahmad, Director, Communications and Liaison Department in the service in Abuja on Tuesday. The … Read more

KWAM1At63: 8 Things You Never Knew About K1 De Ultimate

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King of fuji music, King Wasiu Ayinde Olasunkanmi Adegoroye Marshal (KWAM1) popularly known as K1 De Ultimate clocks 63. Ekohotblog understands K1 De Ultimate popularized the his genre of music from the works of the fuji creator himself, Ayinde Barrister. Below are 8 things you never knew about the K1 DE Ultimate. K1 De Ultimate … Read more

Just In: Coronavirus Result Of Quarantined Chinese In Lagos Airport Released

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Coronavirus result of the Chinese man who was quarantined following his arrival at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos, Nigeria’s commercial city, has emerged. Ekohotblog reports that the Lagos State Health Commissioner, Prof. Akin Abayomi the quarantined Chinese tested negative to CoronaVirus (COVIDー19). This online news platform understands that the Lagos State Health Commissioner confirmed … Read more

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