News
One in five Lagosians tested positive in Jan – Sanwo-Olu
- Over 50 person-indoor gathering banned
- Wearing of face mask now compulsory in Lagos
One out of every five Lagos residents who took the COVID-19 test this year was found to be positive, the state governor, Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has said.
He said this on Sunday amid fears of unbearable spike in the virus infection in the state.
Sanwo-Olu, who gave the figure in his monthly coronavirus update for January, announced the prohibition of over 50 people in an indoor gathering except a religious event; just as he insisted that wearing of face mask now a must in Lagos.
He said as of January 29, the state had recorded 47,871 confirmed cases of COVID-19. Of this number, 34,094 have recovered, while 9,856 are currently active.
He explained that over the last 12 months, about 3,988 COVID-related patients had been admitted into the care centres across the state; with a registered fatality rate of approximately 0.63 per cent (301 deaths).
Sanwo-Olu said, “Currently, Lagos State has 21 private and four public health laboratories accredited for COVID-19 testing. So far, a total of 316,801 samples have been tested, with 47,871 diagnosed as positive.
“The test positivity ratio for January 2021 is 24 per cent, which means that one out of every five tests returns positive. This is the highest monthly average recorded in the last six months.
“It should be stressed that testing is free at all Lagos State public health laboratories, for all persons who fall within the case definition — that is, have symptoms such as fever, cough, cold, inability to smell or taste, headaches or general body weakness — or those who have come into close contact with anyone with any of these symptoms. Testing at our public health facilities will continue to remain free but cannot be used for travel purposes. Anyone wishing to test as a requirement for either outbound or inbound travel or other work-related requirements must do so at any of the 21 private laboratories accredited by Lagos State for COVID testing.”
The governor noted that oxygen demand had spiked to between 300 and 400 cylinders per day across state-owned treatment facilities, adding that the government was working hard to ensure that availability and supply “are very easily able to meet and even surpass this demand”.
“To this end, a second oxygen plant is under construction at the Gbagada General Hospital and will come on-stream within the next seven days.
“It is expected that this will boost the in-house capacity and availability of oxygen across state government-managed treatment centres.”
To shore up the state’s containment and management capacity for the virus and its variants, Sanwo-Olu said he had approved N200million to support the ongoing patient management and treatment efforts of two Federal Government treatment centres in the state.
“To this end, LUTH will be receiving N150million and the Federal Medical Centre, Ebute-Meta will be receiving N50 million. These sums will be disbursed on Monday, February 1,” he said.
In line with the COVID-19 Health Protection Regulations 2021 signed last week by President Muhammadu Buhari, the governor directed that “no gathering of more than 50 persons shall hold in an enclosed space, except for religious purposes, in which case the gathering shall not exceed 50 per cent capacity of the space.
“A breach of the provisions of the Presidential Regulations attracts upon summary conviction, a fine or six months imprisonment and or both. Our enforcement agencies have been appropriately tasked to ensure maximum compliance.”
Meanwhile, Governor Sanwo-Olu has directed that no gathering of more than 50 persons will be allowed in an enclosed space, except for religious purposes.
He said it was in line with the COVID-19 Health Protection Regulations 2021 signed last week by the President Muhammadu Buhari.
He said, “The state government has observed with dismay the widespread flagrant disregard and non-adherence to guidelines and protocols aimed at stemming and curbing the tide of infection.
“We particularly note that some event centres have been operating their premises outside the acceptable parameters for operation/usage and continue to be recalcitrant in this regard.
“This is to sound a very serious note of warning that henceforth all those found culpable and in breach of the existing regulations and guidelines would be swiftly and decisively dealt with in full accordance with the provisions of the law.
“Furthermore, and in line with the COVID-19 Health Protection Regulations 2021 signed last week by President Muhammadu Buhari, it is hereby directed that no gathering of more than 50 persons shall hold in an enclosed space, except for religious purposes, in which case the gathering shall not exceed 50 per cent capacity of the space.”
News
Judge absent in Fayose N6.9bn fraud case, matter adjourned to July 1
Judge absent in Fayose N6.9bn fraud case, matter adjourned to July 1
The money laundering trial of a former governor of Ekiti State, Ayodele Fayose, could not proceed on Thursday due to the absence of the trial judge, Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke, of the Federal High Court, Lagos.
Justice Aneke was said to be away on an official assignment and the case was adjourned to July 1 for the continuation of trial.
Fayose is being prosecuted by the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) for an alleged N6.9bn fraud and money laundering.
He was first arraigned on October 22, 2018, before Justice Mojisola Olatotegun, with his company, Spotless Investment Ltd, on an 11 counts bordering on fraud and money laundering offences.
He pleaded not guilty to the charge and was granted bail on October 24, 2018, in the sum of N50m with sureties in like sum.
The defendant was re-arraigned before Justice Chukwujekwu Aneke on July 2, 2019, after the case was withdrawn from Justice Olatoregun, following a petition by the EFCC against the judge.
He also pleaded not guilty to the charge and was allowed to continue on the earlier bail granted, while the case was adjourned for trial.
Fayose was alleged to have received a cash payment of the sum of five million dollars, (about N1.8bn) from the then Minister of State for Defence, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, without going through any financial institution.
He was also alleged to have retained the sum of N300m in his account, with a control of the aggregate sums of about N622m.
Fayose was also accused of procuring De Privateer Ltd and Still Earth Ltd to retain the aggregate sums of N851m.
He was alleged to have used the aggregate sums of about N1.6bn, to acquire properties in Lagos and Abuja.
News
Updated: Unite against Israel for humanity, Fani-Kayode tells Christians, Muslims
Updated: Unite against Israel for humanity, Fani-Kayode tells Christians, Muslims
Former Minister of Aviation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has appealed to Christians and Muslims to unite against Israel, drawing parallels between its actions and those of Nazi Germany.
FFK’s message, shared on various platforms, urged Catholics, Protestants, Shia, and Sunni Muslims to set aside their differences and jointly oppose what he termed as the “evil and demonic agenda” of Zionists and the state of Israel.
In his statement, FFK condemned Israel’s alleged history of carnage, ethnic cleansing, genocide, and mass murder, as well as its purported perpetuation of racism, apartheid, religious intolerance, and injustice. He questioned the legitimacy of Israel’s claim to be God’s chosen people, particularly in light of its perceived disregard for human life and suffering, including the targeting of women, children, and babies.
READ ALSO:
- Elon Musk is $9.8 billion richer in 1 day, despite Tesla’s revenue decline
- BREAKING: Panic at Lagos airport after fire outbreak, flights diverted
- UK University offers £37k scholarships, flight allowances to Nigerians, others
By likening Israel’s actions to those of Nazi Germany, FFK sought to underscore the severity of the situation, accusing the state of accumulating “much blood on its hands” comparable to the atrocities of the past. He distinguished between the historical Israel of King David, which he portrayed as reverent toward God, and the contemporary Israel under leaders like Benjamin Netanyahu, whom he accused of espousing hatred and aligning with evil forces.
Unite against Israel for humanity, Fani-Kayode tells Christians, Muslims
News
BREAKING: Panic at Lagos airport after fire outbreak, flights diverted
BREAKING: Panic at Lagos airport after fire outbreak, flights diverted
Following a fire at the facility, the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) has diverted flight operations from Terminal 1 of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport (MMIA) in Lagos to the D Wing.
The fire outbreak occured at the E54 Passenger Air Bridge at the domestic wing of the Airport.
The incident occurred at 5:29hrs on Thursday, according to a press release issued by Obiageli Orah, FAAN’s head of public affairs and consumer protection.
According to the statement, the fire, however, was brought under control by the Airport Rescue and Firefighting Services (ARFFS) at 06:41hrs while efforts to ventilate the smoke from the building were in progress.
READ ALSO:
- UK University offers £37k scholarships, flight allowances to Nigerians, others
- 119 inmates escape Suleja prison after stormy rain
- Why we withdrew appeal against Kogi court order on Yahaya Bello – EFCC
“At 05:29 hrs, smoke was detected billowing from the E54 Bridge, leading electrical engineers to immediately cut off power to the entire E Wing. The Airport Rescue and Firefighting Services (ARFFS) team was quick to respond, arriving at the scene by 05:30 hrs. Initial suspicions point to sparks from an electrical unit as the cause, but a thorough investigation is ongoing to ascertain the cause of the fire.
“The incident, which had escalated into a fire, was brought under control by 06:41 hrs. Efforts to ventilate the smoke from the building are in progress. In the meantime, all flight operations in Terminal 1 of MMA have been diverted to the D Wing. More details will follow shortly,” Orah stated.
BREAKING: Panic at Lagos airport after fire outbreak, flights diverted
-
Education5 days ago
Why we charge N42m fees for primary school pupils — Charterhouse Lagos
-
News6 days ago
Updated: More trouble for Yahaya Bello as Immigration places him on watch list
-
Auto5 days ago
We expect massive roll-outs of Nigeria-made cars by December 2024 – Minister
-
metro5 days ago
JUST IN : Borrow pit collapses, kills seven Qur’anic school pupils
-
metro3 days ago
How gunmen killed Babcock university lecturer, abducted two – Police
-
International7 days ago
Updated: Tragedy hits Kenya, Defence chief, nine others die in military helicopter crash
-
News4 days ago
We’re not part of Yoruba Nation agitation, says MKO Abiola family
-
Politics5 days ago
Ondo APC primary: Ododo, gov aspirant in open confrontation
You must be logged in to post a comment Login