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Nigeria Confirms 67 Mpox Cases Across 23 States Amid Efforts to Strengthen Detection and Prevention

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Nigeria Confirms 67 Mpox Cases Across 23 States Amid Efforts to Strengthen Detection and Prevention....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Nigeria has confirmed 67 cases of Mpox from 1,031 suspected cases spread across 23 states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), according to the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC). The announcement was made during a briefing held in Abuja on Wednesday, highlighting the nation’s ongoing efforts to tackle the viral zoonotic disease.

The confirmed cases of Mpox have been recorded in the following states: Akwa Ibom (8), Enugu (8), Bayelsa (6), Cross River (5), Benue (4), Plateau (4), Delta (4), FCT (3), Imo (3), Lagos (3), Rivers (2), Abia (2), Osun (2), Anambra (2), Ogun (2), Kaduna (1), Gombe (1), Edo (1), Niger (1), Ebonyi (1), Nasarawa (1), Kebbi (1), and Oyo (1).

Surveillance and Prevention Efforts Intensified

Speaking at the briefing, NCDC Director General, Dr. Jide Idris, emphasized the agency’s commitment to improving Mpox surveillance across states to ensure accurate detection and timely responses. “We are working closely with the port health authority to prevent the importation of Clade I of Mpox into the country,” Idris said, adding that authorities are collaborating with border states to fortify preventive measures.

He also mentioned the agency’s work to optimize laboratory testing capabilities. “We have laboratories across the country, but not all are equipped to test for Mpox. We are enhancing lab infrastructure to avoid the need for transporting samples between states,” Idris explained. Additionally, the NCDC is engaged in creating public awareness to curb the spread of the virus.

Mpox Transmission and Symptoms

Mpox, a rare viral zoonotic disease, is endemic in parts of Central and West Africa. Transmission occurs through direct contact with infected animals—such as monkeys, squirrels, and rodents—or their body fluids. Human-to-human transmission is primarily through direct contact with an infected person or contaminated materials, including bedding and clothing.

Symptoms of Mpox include fever, headache, muscle aches, weakness, and swollen lymph nodes. The disease is characterized by a distinctive rash, which typically begins on the face and spreads to other parts of the body. The rash can also affect the palms, soles, and genital areas, making sexual contact a possible route of transmission.

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“Let Me Bury My Son!”—Imprisoned Blessing CEO Cries Out In Heartbreaking Audio From Custody

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Controversial Nigerian relationship expert Blessing Okoro, widely known as Blessing CEO, has reportedly suffered the tragic loss of her second son, Bryan, while currently in custody.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Amira Agiye, CEO of the Isaamira Love Foundation, announced the heartbreaking news on Friday, making an urgent public appeal for support. Agiye emphasized the additional pain caused by Blessing CEO’s detention, which prevents her from personally attending to the situation.

Agiye stated that she is making this appeal with Blessing CEO’s full authorization and consent, urging Nigerians to show compassion despite any existing controversies surrounding her case.

Details of the Appeal

According to Agiye, financial assistance is urgently required to secure Blessing CEO’s freedom and address outstanding obligations.

“It is sad to announce to you all that Blessing CEO just lost her second son. I understand that people might have different opinions about her and the circumstances surrounding her case. And like everyone of us, she deserves compassion and an opportunity for redemption,” Agiye stated.

She continued: “She needs ₦20 million to meet the bail requirements. She also needs ₦36 million to pay the people she owes who brought the case against her.”

Agiye implored the public to set aside differences to aid the grieving mother, adding, “Please, Nigerians, let’s forgive her for the sake of that boy who is still in the mortuary.”

Blessing CEO Heard in Voice Note

In a voice recording played by Agiye, Blessing CEO reportedly spoke from custody regarding the loss of her son, expressing a desperate hope for release so she could mourn him.

“My second son, Bryan, was full of life. While in custody, I lost Bryan. I pray this turns out positive so I can leave this place, pick up the pieces of my life and pay my respects to him,” she said.

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I Have No Plans Of Getting Married – Osita Iheme Opens Up At 43.

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Beloved Nollywood actor Osita Iheme, popularly known as ‘Pawpaw’, has revealed that he currently has no plans to walk down the aisle.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

In an interview with Naija FM, the 43-year-old icon stated that his priorities have shifted toward living a peaceful life and supporting his extended family. He emphasized that he already considers his siblings’ children to be his own and finds fulfillment in his current familial role.

Reflecting on his life choices, Iheme said, “I’m already 43, I have no plans of getting married. I just want to live my life and help those closer to me. My brothers and sisters have children, whom I consider mine.”

A Legendary Career

Born on February 20, 1982, in Abia State and hailing from Mbaitoli, Imo State, Osita Iheme discovered his passion for acting at a young age, starting in church dramas before entering the professional industry.

He rose to widespread fame in the early 2000s, cementing his status in Nollywood history alongside his on-screen partner, Chinedu Ikedieze, popularly known as ‘Aki’. Their iconic 2002 comedy film, Aki na Ukwa, launched one of the most celebrated and enduring partnerships in the Nigerian film industry.

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“Leave The South To Complete Its 8 Years!”—Shehu Sani Challenges Opposition To Field Heavyweights In 2027

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Former Kaduna Central Senator, Shehu Sani, has advocated that the Southern region should be permitted to complete a full eight-year presidential tenure before power shifts back to the North in 2031.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HERE▶

Speaking on Channels Television’s Politics Today, Sani clarified that while rotational presidency is not explicitly written into the Nigerian Constitution, upholding it serves the interests of equity, justice, peace, and national unity. He drew comparisons to former President Muhammadu Buhari’s eight years in office (2015–2023), noting that the South did not mount a serious challenge to unseat him during that period.

Key Positions Shared by Shehu Sani:

  • Call for Southern Candidates: Sani urged all political parties to field Southern heavyweights for the 2027 presidential election.

  • Party-Specific Suggestions: He specifically proposed that the African Democratic Congress (ADC) should field Rotimi Amaechi, the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) should field Peter Obi, and the Allied Peoples Movement (APM) should field Seyi Makinde to slug it out for a single four-year term.

  • Atiku’s Constitutional Right: Sani emphasized that his stance does not bar former Vice President Atiku Abubakar from contesting, noting that Atiku possesses the constitutional right to run for any election.

  • The Fate of Rotation: He warned that if Atiku wins in 2027, it would effectively signal the permanent end of rotational presidency in Nigeria and spark bitter resentment from the Southern region.

  • A Smooth Path for 2031: Sani concluded that allowing the South its full eight years would pave the way for an unchallengeable Northern transition by 2031.

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