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Nigeria Breaking News, Today, Friday, 24th, April, 2020
This is a round-up of some-breaking news in Nigeria, Today, Friday, 24th, April 2020.
President Buhari Sends Ramadan Message To Nigerians As Fasting Begins On Friday
Buhari in his Ramadan message, however, warned Muslims to desist from activities that encourage grouping and congregating as they observe this year’s holy month of Ramadan due to the ravaging coronavirus.
Sultan Of Sokoto Declares Friday 1st Of Ramadan
The Sultan of Sokoto and Chairman Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs, Alhaji Abubakar Saad III, has announced the sighting of Ramadan crescent on Thursday.
Alhaji Abubakar noted that Friday will be the 1st day of Ramadan.
‘Why There May Be More Deaths In Kano’ – Aliyu
Dr. Sani Aliyu, the National Coordinator, Presidential Task Force on Coronavirus, has revealed why there may be more deaths in Kano State.
He further stated that the Federal Government is yet to ascertain the number of people that have died from COVID-19 in the state.
COVID-19: Abdulrazaq Extends Lockdown As Kwara Gets New Cases
Governor AbdulRahman AbdulRazaq of Kwara has extended the lockdown imposed on the state by another 14 days, to further prevent the spread of COVID-19.
Naija News understands that the governor made the announcement on Thursday the state recorded two new cases of COVID-19. The governor also flagged-off of biometric registration of transporters who are slated to receive soft loans to cushion the effects of the COVID-19 lockdown.
I Have The Solution To Coronavirus – Olumba Olumba
