53-year-old farmer arrested for allegedly raping 13-year-old in Ekiti
By Rotimi Ojomoyela A 52-year-old farmer is currently cooling his heels in Police custody at Igogo-Ekiti, Moba Local government Area, for allegedly raping a 13-year-old girl. The teenager who resides with her grandmother in the agrarian town was sent on an errand when she met the farmer who offered her some corn. On getting home, […]
Study claims Vitamin D levels may impact COVID-19 mortality rates
Researchers have discovered a strong correlation between vitamin D deficiency and mortality rates from the novel COVID-19 virus, a new study reveals. A research team led by Northwestern University analyzed data from hospitals and clinics across China, France, Germany, Italy, Iran, South Korea, Spain, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and the United States. ALSO READ: My life […]
COVID-19: Man who sneaked into Osun from Kano tests positive
By Shina Abubakar – Osogbo Osun State Government has confirmed that a male Kano State returnee has tested positive for coronavirus in the state, bringing the total active cases to three. A statement by the State Commissioner for Health, Dr Rafiu Isamotu on Saturday stated that the man was isolated after sneaking into the state […]
Interstate movement: FRSC turns back 791 vehicles from Lagos, Ogun boundaries
The Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), says it has turned back 791 vehicles from Ogun and Lagos States’ boundaries within five days while enforcing the Federal Government’s restrictions on interstate movements. Mr Samuel Obayemi, FRSC Zonal Commanding Officer in charge of the two states, disclosed this is in an interview with the News Agency of […]
Robertson regrets disrespecting “the best player that’s ever played this game”
Liverpool defender Andy Robertson has surprisingly admitted that he regrets ruffling Lionel Messi’s hair during their epic 4-0 victory over Barcelona in the Champions League last season. Barcelona looked set to make the Champions League final after securing a 3-0 lead after the semi-final, first leg at the Camp Nou, but a trademark Anfield European […]
China admits coronavirus exposed ‘shortcomings’ in healthcare system
The coronavirus outbreak exposed “shortcomings” in China’s public healthcare system, a top health official admitted Saturday, saying that reforms are underway to improve the country’s disease prevention and control mechanisms. China has faced criticism both at home and abroad for downplaying the virus and concealing information about the outbreak when it first emerged in the […]
