Egypt’s Health Ministry has confirmed the first case of the new virus in the North African country. In a statement Friday, Health Ministry spokesman Khaled Mugahed said the person was a “foreigner” who is carrying the virus but not showing any serious symptoms. Officials were able to confirm the case …
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Denying your husband sex can kill him – Counselor Ogochukwu Nweke
When you reject your husband sexually, do you know what that does to him? Well, I’m sure the consequence of death might be the last to come to mind. According to Marriage and Relationship Counselor Ogochukwu Nweke, a woman denying her husband sex can lead to the death of the …
Read More »Supreme Court sacks Bayelsa Gov-elect, Lyon, declares PDP winner
The Supreme Court has nullified the election of Bayelsa State governor-elect, David Lyon and his Deputy, Biobarakuma Degi-Eremienyo. The apex court led by Justice Mary Peter-Odili on Thursday directed the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC to withdraw the Certificate of Return issued to the All Progressives Congress’ candidates who were …
Read More »INEC declares Diri as Bayelsa Governor-elect after closed door meeting
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has declared the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) candidate, Senator Duoye Diri as Governor-elect of Bayelsa state. This was the outcome of a closed-door meeting by INEC top executives.The Supreme Court sacked Chief David Lyon of the All Progressives Congress(APC) because his running mate presented …
Read More »4 feared dead Riffles snatched as Drivers, Police clash
Four persons were feared dead on Thursday following a clash between security agents and protesters, mostly tipper drivers, over the death of a man identified as Frederick, aka Original. The victim was allegedly killed by a police escort. The protest, which started in the morning, escalated later in the day …
Read More »West African CFA franc reform: what’s changing in 2020
Before the Eco can replace the CFA franc, as announced in Abidjan on 21 December 2019, a number of technical, legal and political hurdles must be cleared. The date of the new currency’s introduction is impossible to predict at this time. To date, only the monetary agreement has been finalised. …
Read More »South Sudan ignores reports on oil pollution, birth defects
The oil industry in South Sudan has left a landscape pocked with hundreds of open waste pits, the water and soil contaminated with toxic chemicals and heavy metals, according to four environmental reports obtained by The Associated Press. The reports also describe alarming birth defects, miscarriages and other health problems …
Read More »GES suspends Upper West regional director for misconduct
The Ghana Education Service (GES) has interdicted the Upper West Regional Director of the Service, over allegations of misconduct and corrupt practices. The Director, Duncan Nsor, has been asked to step aside for investigations into allegations of bribery in the appointment of heads of some second-cycle schools in the region. …
Read More »Ghana observes National Mathematics Day today
As today marks Valentine’s Day, Ghanaians are also observing the day as National Mathematics Day. The Ghana Education Service (GES) in collaboration with the Ghana Mathematics Society (GMS) set February 14 as a day to observe this. This is to create awareness of the importance and use of Mathematics in …
Read More »Fever kills 70 in Nigeria, says NCDC
The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has disclosed that 472 cases of Lassa fever have been confirmed, while 70 deaths have been recorded in 92 council areas of 26 states between January and February 9, 2020. It also said no fewer than 14 health workers were affected within the …
Read More »25 NABCO Trainees Get Permanent Jobs In Kpandai District
A total of 25 Nation Builders Corps(NABCO) personnel have gained permanent employment in the Kpandai district of the Northern region. The personnel have therefore exited from the scheme to create employment opportunities for some unemployed youth in the area. The Kpandai District Chief Executive(DCE), Atta Emmanuel Kofi Tatablata , made …
Read More »GES interdicts Upper West Regional Director of Education
The Ghana Education Service has interdicted the Upper West Regional Director of Education, Duncun Nsor with immediate effect after complaints were made about his conduct. According to the GES, the interdiction is to enable the Service to conduct investigations into the allegations leveled again him. In a statement copied to …
Read More »Portugal seizes Isabel dos Santos’ bank accounts
Portugal has ordered the seizure of dozens of bank accounts belonging to Isabel dos Santos, the billionaire businesswoman currently under investigation for fraud in her native Angola. Last week during a state visit by Germany’s Angela Merkel, Angolan President Joao Lourenco said his government was fighting to recover assets taken …
Read More »Two arrest for Attempted to Snatch Baby From Mother’s Back For Rituals
Two old men suspected to be kidnappers have been arrested after they were caught allegedly trying to snatch a baby from her mother’s back in Nigeria. In an account by the mother of the 2-year-old baby, the suspected kidnappers trailed her from Aga area of the town with the hoodlums …
Read More »PHOTOS: Woman allegedly stabs her husband twice in his sleep
A woman allegedly stabbed her husband twice while he was sleeping because she suspected him of having a side chic. Facebook user Chinonso Chibuogwu claimed the incident happened in Owerri, Imo state. He added that the victim is his friend. He said the wife of Mr Jude Mmadu suspected him …
Read More »Pastor impregnates his church member wife of 7 years during special prayer
For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many. And ye shall hear of wars and rumors of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet… Mattew 24:5. (Not Religious bias) …
Read More »Family of 16 burned to death in Nigeria attack
Reports from Nigeria say 16 members of the same family have been burned to death during an attack in north-western Kaduna state. Witnesses said they were locked in a room before their house was set on fire. A number of other people were shot dead when dozens of gunmen arrived …
Read More »Teenagers arrested for stealing the head of a corpse for money rituals
A young man popularly known as Alfa and his accomplices have been arrested after one of them dug into a man’s grave to steal his head for money ritual purposes. Samson, who got the name Alfa after he completed his Islamic studies, came up with the idea after he was handed …
Read More »Malawi poll commissioner admits grave anomalies in annulled vote
A senior member of the Malawi Electoral Commission, MEC, has made damning disclosures over the conduct of the body in the annulled election results. According to commissioner Mary Nkosi, MEC “made a mistake” in declaring Peter Mutharika the winner of the election. According to her the elections had glaring irregularities …
Read More »Over 2million Ghanaian children not protected against polio
It has been revealed that over two million Ghanaian infants are at risk of been infected with poliomyelitis and needed to be vaccinated as early as possible. This was made known in the Upper East Region during a press encounter with the Ghana Health Service(GHS). The delay in the early …
Read More »Woman,20,Arrested For Stealing A Baby
Mulanje Police has arrested a 20 year old woman for stealing a baby girl at Mulanje Hospital,Dorothy Mponda hails from Bango village,T/A Mabuka in Mulanje. Repots indicate that the biological mother is Rhoda Charles(16 years) who is originally from Mozambique, she was receiving antenatal treatment at Mpala Health Centre. Later …
Read More »Nigeria’s roads: ‘My son died in a car accident – now I control traffic’
During her free time, Nigerian Justice Monica Dongban-Mensem controls traffic in the capital, Abuja, eight years after her son was killed in a hit-and-run accident. On the day I met her she was clad in her blue traffic vest, feet spread apart, sweaty arms slicing the air at a frantic …
Read More »SAD: Man Stones His Brother To Death In A Fight Over Failed Business Deal (video)
A heavy fight between two Nigerian relatives led to the death of one in South Africa. The man named Batista stoned his brother Ide, to death over a failed business transaction. A statement by the President, Nigeria Citizens Association South Africa, NICASA, Ben Okoli, said the incident happened in Kempton …
Read More »Man burnt to death for stealing fowl
A middle-aged man simply identified as Victor was in the early hours of yesterday burnt to death by an angry mob at Ekpo Edem in Calabar South LGA for stealing a fowl. The tragic incident occurred at Abitu Avenue by Ekpo Edem beside Living Faith Church at about 5:00 am. …
Read More »Deceased student was not denied exeat – Akenten SHS
The Senior House Master of Dwamena Akenten Senior High School in the Ashanti region Andrew Agyeman has denied reports that the student who reportedly died on campus was denied exeat to seek treatment. He also challenged claims the student died at the dormitory claiming: “We are not in the position …
Read More »What made Nigerian killed brother at Kempton park-South Africa
A Nigerian simply identified as Batista, has killed his cousin, Ide, during a fisticuff over a business transaction in South Africa. A statement by the President Nigeria Citizens Association South Africa, NICASA, Mr. Ben Okoli, said the incident happened in Kempton Park Monday night at 7:30 pm. The statement reads: …
Read More »We’re taking steps to prioritise your security – GHS to health workers
The Ghana Health Service says it is working to ensure the safety of health workers in the country following the suspected murder of a community nurse, Ruth Eshun, at Ayuom in the Ashanti Region. The Service in a statement on Monday said it is shocked by the incident and is …
Read More »National Science and Maths Quiz in danger
The Conference of Heads of Assisted Secondary Schools (CHASS) says it will be difficult for schools to organise their students for this year’s National Science and Maths Quiz (NSMQ) at the regional and national levels as a result of inadequate funds. “We, therefore, wish to inform management that until adequate …
Read More »Govt to provide free Wi-Fi to high schools – Bawumia
Vice President of Ghana, Dr. Mahamudu Bawumia has disclosed that the government intends to provide free Wi-Fi to senior high schools and public universities soon. He said plans are far advanced for the first piloting of this policy, this year. Vice President Dr. Mahamadu Bawumia who was speaking at the …
Read More »Watch! Police Officer Messes Up Amazing Criminal Catching Action
Watch! Police Officer Messes Up Amazing Criminal Catching Action. Police officials in Welkom amazed people with their action when they were catching criminals but one cop messed up the amazing action. Police officials in Welkom amazed people with their action when they were catching criminals but one cop messed up …
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