The Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, Anambra state through the faculty of pharmaceutical sciences announces the discovery of a possible lead towards developing a drug for COVID-19. This, they made public through their official bulletin. COVID-19 Drug Discovery April 27, 2020 Nnamdi Azikiwe UniversityCOVID-19 Drug Discovery 1. What did we do? We identified 9 existing drugs,
Senegal Making Africa proud with their approach to COVID-19
Until a COVID-19 vaccine is ready, the West African nation is employing affordable and widespread testing as a strategy to flatten the curve. Without much of a health budget, Senegal is being championed for controlling the novel coronavirus. From early-detection mobile kits to 3D-printed ventilators, the West African nation is demonstrating a possible model in
Raymond Dokpesi Jnr. of DAAR Communications tests positive for COVID-19 as Atiku-Abubakar’s Son Recovers
Raymond Dokpesi Jnr, chairman of DAAR Communications Plc, has tested positive for coronavirus. He disclosed this in a short message to members of staff in Abuja, AIT reported on Monday evening. Dokpesi was said to have been self-isolating in the past week, before he developed malaria symptoms and started coughing. He reportedly contacted the Nigerian
Key points from Buhari’s COVID-19 speech
The President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Muhammadu Buhari had addressed Nigerians after a 14day lockdown in some parts of Nigeria due to the Covid-19 pandemic. If you missed the full Speech, click HERE However, not too many Nigerians were patient enough to listen to the Pre-recorded speech by the President or could decipher the
Full Broadcast on COVID-19 by President Buhari
ADDRESS BY H.E. MUHAMMADU BUHARI PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE CUMULATIVE LOCKDOWN ORDER OF LAGOS AND OGUN STATES AS WELL AS THE FEDERAL CAPITAL TERRITORY ON COVID- 19 PANDEMIC AT THE STATE HOUSE, ABUJA MONDAY, 27th APRIL, 2020 1. Fellow Nigerians 2. I will start by commending you all for the
Breaking : Police Arrest the Killers of The late Catholic Seminarian, Nnadi Michael
The Nigeria Police force has announced the arrest of the killers of the catholic Seminarian, Nnadi Michael of the Good Shepherd catholic seminary, Kaduna. You’d recall that Jkcyno news reported extensively on how some catholic Seminarians were kidnapped and eventually murdered one of them after releasing others. Read Everything about the incendent HERE However, The Men
#COVID-19 : Kano residents lament as Ganduje seemingly Abandons them
Amidst the massive death toll recorded in kano state within few days, the people of kano are being forced to express their fears and disappointment with their government and even the presidency. It would be recalled that Kano state gave Muhammadu Buhari the highest vote during the presidential election and hence, they expected the presidency
#COVID-19 : Kano state reportedly loses 6 prominent personalities
#COVID-19 : something is seriously not right with kano state as many deaths are being recorded on the daily.. The Kano State Government has confirmed 74 new cases of coronavirus in the state. Governor Umar Ganduje made this known on Saturday. Speaking at a press briefing,, Ganduje said out of 489 samples, 74 tested positive.
#COVID-19 : Lagos state government orders Mass Burial to decongest Mortuary
LAGOS STATE GOVERNOR, BABAJIDE SANWO-OLU’S COVID-19 BRIEFING THIS EVENING i. Federal Government will state if the Lockdown will be relaxed Or not. ii. Wearing of Facial Mask is now Compulsory in Lagos State. iii. Lagos State Government will commence the distribution of FREE facial mask from tomorrow, Sunday. But Note: The Free Facial Mask from
#COVID-19 : Churches To Re-Open In Anambra, Lockdown Eased.
By Ejike Abana (ABS Government House Correspondent) Government of Anambra state has relaxed the lockdown in the state to allow churches hold services. Governor Obiano who made this known during a statewide broadcast stressed that worshipers must wear face masks and enforce all WHO guidelines during worship, including, regular hand washing, avoiding handshakes, application