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Nurses at Ikorodu General Hospital use nylon apron — NANNM

Nurses at Ikorodu General Hospital use nylon apron — NANNM

The Lagos State chapter of the National Association of Nigerian Nurses and Midwives has alleged shortage of Personal Protective Equipment for nurses and other healthcare workers in the state. They alleged that in their “collective battle to contain the COVID-19 global pandemic, many nurses are exposed to unnecessary risks as the PPE is not readily…

FG explains why lockdown can’t be relaxed as cases hit 1,095

FG explains why lockdown can’t be relaxed as cases hit 1,095

The Federal Government, through the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control, has explained why the lockdown measure should not be relaxed amid efforts to contain the coronavirus pandemic. The President, Major General Muhammadu Buhari (retd), had on March 29 ordered a lockdown of the Federal Capital Territory, Lagos and Ogun states for 14 days to curb…

COVID-19 pandemic humbled me –Tiwa Savage

COVID-19 pandemic humbled me –Tiwa Savage

Earlier in the week, singer, Tiwa Savage, had an Instagram Live session, during which she sang and rubbed minds with her fans. During the chat, the ‘Attention’ singer spoke on how the COVID-19 crisis had humbled her. She said, “This is a really weird time for everyone. Whether you are rich or famous; it affects…

Lagos records 80 new cases, total now 657

Lagos records 80 new cases, total now 657

Lagos State on Friday recorded 80 new confirmed cases of coronavirus, highest to be reported in any Nigerian state in 24 hours. This brings the total number of confirmed cases in the state to 657, The PUNCH reports. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control made this known via its website. It also said at least…