The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 221 new coronavirus infections, the country’s highest figure in one week. This is the first time since September 9 that Nigeria will record more than 200 new positive samples in its daily count of COVID-19 cases. Before Friday, the cases had dropped to as low as 79 infections on September 13 …

Nigeria’s total figure of coronavirus infections surpassed 56,000 on Friday as 188 new cases were confirmed in 18 states and the federal capital territory (FCT). The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) confirmed the new cases in its update for September 11, 2020. Lagos topped the list of states with 47 new infections, followed by Enugu with 25, and Plateau …

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 296 new coronavirus infections in 14 states and the federal capital territory (FCT). The agency announced the new cases in its update for September 8, 2020. The Tuesday figure is the highest so far in September, as a drop in the number of recoveries, as well as a spike in the …

Nigeria on Monday recorded 562 COVID-19 cases, bringing total infections reported to 37,225. The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control made this known via its Twitter handle, noting that 15,333 patients have been discharged upon treatment and recovery from 35 states and the Federal Capital Territory Abuja. It added that 801 associated fatalities have been recorded so far. The NCDC gave …

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 556 new cases of COVID-19 in the country, bringing the total number to 36,663. The NCDC made the announcement on Sunday night via its Twitter handle. “On the 19th of July 2020, 556 new confirmed cases and 11 deaths were recorded in Nigeria. Till date, 36663 cases have been confirmed, 15105 …

The war against insurgence in the North-East is far from over, but it was reported that no fewer than 356 soldiers and other theaters of operation have applied for voluntary retirement. The news which was first reported by the Punch, cited that the soldiers applied to the Chief of Army Staff, Lt Gen Tukur Buratai, citing the loss of interest …

Nigeria records 454 new cases of the novel COVID-19 which took the total infection case to 27,564, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) said on Friday. Nigeria recorded 626 cases yesterday, but it reduced to 454 today. The death rate also rises to 628 from 616. According to the health agency, Lagos state recorded the highest number with 87 as …

Nigeria record new cases of the novel COVID-19 which took the total infection case to 25,694, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) said on Tuesday. Nigeria recorded 566 cases yesterday, but it reduced to 561 today. The death rate also rises to 590 from 573. According to the health agency, Lagos state recorded the highest number with 200 as it …

Nigeria today have recorded 566 new cases of the deadly COVID-19 which took the total infection case to 25,133, the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) said on Monday night. Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) has confirmed 566 new cases in Nigeria, bringing the total number of cases to 25,133. Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) is Nigeria’s leading …

Nollywood veteran and renowned comedian, Mr Ibu, whose real name was John Okafor, has sadly passed away at the age of 62. The actor, known for his infectious smile and rib-tickling performances, left an indelible mark on the world of Nigerian cinema. Reports indicate that Mr Ibu breathed his last at Evercare hospital, sparking an outpouring of condolences from fans …