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The minister for transportation, Hon Chibuike Amaechi has charged Nigerians to use the Easter Celebration to exhibit love, forgiveness and humility. The minister in a message accredited to him appealed to Christians to also use this period and make necessary sacrifice that will keep all safe and secured for tomorrow. Reacting on the wide spread of Covid-19, he averred that "God lies the solution to our worries". "I want to let you know that I stand with everyone working to ensure that we defeat Coronavirus. This deadly pandemic is real & does not discriminate. These difficult, challenging & anxious times will test our faith & resolve, but we must remember that in God lies the  solution to all our worries. As we work together to beat this deadly virus, let us remain strong & resolute in our belief that God is still on the throne. As Christians celebrate the Crucifixion & rise of our lord Jesus Christ, with hearts filled with love, peace, hum

This report says a 15-member medical team from China have arrived the Nnamdi Azikiwe International Airport, Abuja to curtail the wide spread of the Conoravirus in the nation. For placement of news and adverts email  newspointersblog@gmail.com They were received by the Minister of Health, Osagie Ehanire. The personnel, who are experts in infectious diseases, respiratory illness, intensive care, cardiology, neurology, general surgery and anesthesiology, arrived with 16-ton test kits, ventilators, disinfection machine, disposable medical masks, drugs, infrared thermometer and other items ordered by the Federal Government. Under the directive of the Embassy of China in Nigeria and in response to the Federal Government’s request, the team will also share with their Nigerian counterparts effective methods on COVID-19 containment. They are to commence their stay in Nigeria by spending 14 days in quarantine.

The Hon. Asita Honourable led Board of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA) has donated some ambulance vehicles and other healthcare essentials to LAGOS, DELTA and RIVERS states. We gathered that the gesture was in support of the fight against Coronavirus pandemic in the respective states. In the meantime, commendations have started coming the way of Hon Asita for remembering Rivers State in times of need. details later....

A foremost Nigerian Nollywood actor  Funke Akindele-Bello & AbdulRasheed Bello (JJC Skills) have been sentenced to - 2 weeks community service - 100k fine - 14 days isolation (place to be determined by LMOH) - Educate people on need to comply with the rules.  - Submit all party attendees names   What's your take on this judgment?