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The leader of Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) Mazi Nnamdi Kanu has commenced the distribution of food palliatives to indigenes in the old Eastern region of the country as part of efforts to ameliorate their sufferings over the COVID-19 lockdown.

ABN TV gathered that media houses in Abia State have also benefitted from the food palliatives.

Speaking with our correspondent on Thursday, Nnamdi Kanu who was represented by his brother, Prince Emmanuel Kanu said Mazi Kanu is touched by the difficulties the people are passing through this time as a result of the restriction of movements across the Eastern States and beyond.

He added that there is no discrimination in the distribution of items made available for his brother to cushion the effect of the stay-at-home order across the Eastern zone, saying "enemies will benefit as well".

According to Prince Kanu, physically challenged people, the aged and vulnerable were given priority in the distribution of the palliatives across the benefitting states.

On why he selected media houses in the list of beneficiaries, Prince Kanu said the palliatives will serve as morale booster for journalists whom he said have staked their lives in updating members of the public on progress made by the state government to combat the COVID-19 pandemic.

He stated that efforts are ongoing to make available more food items to cover more beneficiaries.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-nnamdi-kanu-flags-off-distribution-of-food-palliatives-says-even-enemies-will-benefit/

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The Abia state governor, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu has extended the restriction of movements order in the state to curb the spread of COVID-19 from Monday, April 20, 2020.

This is the second time the state government is extending the lockdown.

In a release signed by the Commissioner for Information, Chief John Okiyi Kalu on Friday and made available to ABN TV, this extension is following the advice of medical experts and a painstaking review of the coronavirus situation with the state COVID-19 Inter-Ministerial Committee and in the state's continued determination to protect Abians from the pandemic while also ensuring that the effect of preventive measures on the people is alleviated.

"The window of two days, Saturday, April 18 and Sunday, April 19, 2020, is for our people to restock while the total lockdown resumes on Monday, April 20, 2020.

"Abians are expected to use the two-day restocking window to acquire face masks as it is now compulsory to wear face masks before leaving home.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-again-ikpeazu-extends-lockdown-in-abia/

A husband and father, Mr. Patrick Ufere has said the period of restriction of movements across the country to prevent the spread of coronavirus (COVID-19) may miraculously be the answered prayer many families who are in search of fruit of the womb are looking for.

He also said it has provided millions of families the opportunity to develop a strong bond.
In a chat with ABN TV on Thursday, Mr. Ufere a staff of Abia State Polytechnic emphasised that due to tight work and academic schedules, parents, children and other family members do not enjoy quality time with each other at home.

According to him, apart from assisting his wife with domestic chores, the lockdown period has drawn him more closer to his children, enabling him to understand their character and capabilities, their strengths and weaknesses.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/lockdown-time-may-miraculously-assist-families-in-search-of-fruit-of-womb-nigerian-man/

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Following the restriction of movements order by Abia state government, the state governor, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu has again called on citizens and residents of the State to ensure total compliance.

The Governor in a statement signed by the Commissioner for Homeland Security, Prince Dan Okoli on Wednesday warned that defaulters risk arrest and prosecution.

He emphasized that only those on essential duty which include, properly identified food items haulages, petroleum product tankers, medical and pharmaceutical products, journalists and communication company staff and security personnel on duty are allowed movements.

"Following the renewed directive of the Governor of Abia State, Okezie Victor Ikpeazu (Ph.D.) to the Ministry of Homeland Security to ensure total lockdown of all entry and exit points into Abia State, the Ministry of Homeland Security hereby advises all Abians, motorists and pedestrians to stay clear of all entry and exit boundary points, henceforth, in total compliance with the Executive Order of the Governor.

"The Ministry of Homeland Security has deployed its personnel to man all the borders and will arrest and handover any defaulter of such a directive for immediate prosecution.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/lockdown-stay-clear-of-abia-borders-ikpeazu-warns-residents/

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Hundreds of road users were on Wednesday held to a standstill at the Umuikaa, Isiala Ngwa South LGA Abia state axis of Enugu-Port Harcourt expressway as youths took to the street in protest over the killing of a commercial driver by an official of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC), Isiala Ngwa Division whose identity could not be ascertained at the moment of filing this report.

Our correspondent gathered that the commercial driver carrying perishable and non-perishable food items reportedly had an argument with the NSCDC personnel over issues said to border on money.

An eyewitness said while the argument was still on, the driver attempted to drive off, a situation that triggered the anger of the NSCDC officer, leading him to shoot the driver.

The situation however did not go down well with the youths of the area who attempted lynching the NSCDC official.

The suspect, who narrowly escaped death, ran into a police station in the area for safety.

According to an eyewitness: “The driver carrying tomatoes among other food items approached the Civil Defence checkpoint where they (NSCDC) were enforcing the order of the governor (Ikpeazu) on COVID-19 after they flagged him down.

“We didn’t know what they were discussing initially, but when temper started flaring, the driver was accusing him (NSCDC) personnel of extortion.

“The driver said that he can’t give him more than what he has given (bribe) to him (the NSCDC official), insisting that the restriction order doesn’t affect drivers carrying food items.

“When the temper was high, we left and were watching the drama from afar.

“The driver tried driving off and the next thing we heard was a gunshot. We all ran away and by the time we came back, we saw the driver in the pool of his blood.

“The gunshot attracted people in the area and seeing what happened, the youths and others blocked the express in protest.”

The Public Relations Officer of NSCDC Abia State Command, Ndukwe Aguiyi could not be reached for comments.

But a source in the command, who craved anonymity, said they had already contacted the Isiala Ngwa Division under whose jurisdiction the incident happened to furnish the Headquarter with information over the incident.

The source stated that the command had already set up an investigative committee on the matter, adding that the command doesn’t condone any act of indiscipline and unprofessional behavior among its personnel.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/lockdown-anger-as-civil-defence-officer-kills-commercial-driver-in-abia-graphic-photo/

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As part of his efforts to minimize the challenges of the Abia COVID-19 lockdown enforcement team, the Director ABN TV, Mr. Ifeanyi Okali has commenced the daily distribution of free drinking water to them even as the sunshine scourges in the state.

In a chat with newsmen on Tuesday, he said he appreciates the enormous challenges the team and others on essential duty face especially at a time many shops in the state remain under lock and key as a result of the lockdown to prevent the spread of coronavirus.

He said he will continue this exercise in Umuahia and environs until the restriction of movements is lifted.

The beneficiaries which also include security agents at strategic points in Umuahia City centre and others on essential duty expressed gratitude over the gesture.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/covid-19-abn-tv-boss-commences-daily-distribution-of-drinking-water-to-abia-taskforce-team-photos/

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Mr. Victor Ikwuemesi, the Chairman of the defunct Sosoliso Airline died today in London, United Kingdom few days after he was diagnosed for coronavirus pandemic.

A source close to the family confided in our correspondent that Ikwuemesi was admitted to an unnamed London hospital after a brief illness.

He later tested positive for COVID-19 in the result that was released today (Tuesday He was in Intensive Care Unit (ICU) on oxygen since he arrived at the London hospital.

The source added: ”But when the oxygen was removed for him to eat he couldn’t breathe on his own.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-sosoliso-airline-chairman-victor-ikwuemesi-dies-of-covid-19-in-london/

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The Abia state government has announced the readiness to commence the fumigation of public places including, churches, schools, offices, markets, public buildings, etc. between Monday and Tuesday respectively.

This is following the end of the relaxation of lockdown which commenced 6 am Friday - 2 pm Sunday, April 12, 2020 to enable Abians and residents to celebrate Easter.

In a release signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Chris Ezem made available to ABN TV, the 7-day lockdown extension which took effect on Wednesday 8th day of April, 2020 before the lockdown grace continues from 2 pm Sunday, 12th April to end on Friday, 17th April 2020.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-abia-govt-to-commence-fumigation-of-public-place-monday-as-relaxation-of-lockdown-ends/

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No fewer than a thousand Abians on Saturday benefitted from free cooking gas program rolled out by Enugu State-born, Dr. Basil Ogbuanu, the MD/CEO Second Coming Gas Limited, Headquarters in Lagos State.

Mr. Ogbuanu had on Thursday announced his readiness to offer free gas to 4,375 estimated at N5.5 million as a measure to cushion the effect of the restriction of movements in Abia imposed by the state government to curtail the spread of coronavirus.

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Second Coming Gas limited branches in Abia State are located at Lodu Ndume, Ibeku and Mgbaja Ossah Ibeku all in Umuahia North Local Government Area.

ABN TV gathered that the beneficiaries were full of gratitude to the organisation for the gesture.

Members of the COVID-19 Committee and the Commissioner for Information in the state were also on ground to ensure a smooth running of the exercise.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-over-1000-beneficiaries-emerge-as-organisation-dispenses-free-cooking-gas-to-abians/

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As Christians prepare to celebrate Easter on Sunday, the Abia state governor, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu has temporarily relaxed the extended lockdown to contain the spread of coronavirus in the state with conditions.

He said while worshippers are free to move around within the hours of 6 am on Friday, April 10 (Good Friday) and 2 pm on Sunday, April 12 (Easter Sunday),2020, they must observe all conditions attached to the slight relaxation, maintaining that weddings, burials and other social gatherings in the state remain banned till the expiration of the lockdown.

In a release signed and made available to ABN TV by the Secretary to the State Government and Chairman of the COVID-19 Committee, Barr. Chris Ezem, the governor charged Christians and Muslims in the state to use the opportunity to pray for God's mercy and intervention in the state in particular and country at large.

"In view of the impending Easter Celebrations, the Governor of Abia State, Okezie Ikpeazu, PhD has magnanimously approved a relaxation of the extended 7 Day Lockdown in the State.

"Accordingly, there would be free movement of people within the State ONLY between the hours of 6 am on Friday, April 10(Good Friday) and 2 pm on Sunday, April 12(Easter Sunday),2020.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-ikpeazu-reels-our-conditions-as-abia-relaxes-lockdown-to-celebrate-easter/

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The popular Nigerian football star, Samuel Chukwueze has expressed willingness to partner ABN TV and Radio in reaching out to widows and vulnerable groups in Abia State to improve their standard of living.

The Foundation also extolled the professionalism of the media platform especially regarding touching the lives of the grassroots people through reportage of their development-related issues.

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In a visit to ABN corporate headquarters on Tuesday, a delegation led by the footballer's mother, Mrs. Chukwueze said her son is passionate about the welfare of vulnerable people in the society, soliciting the collaboration of ABN in reaching this group.

In his remark, the Director ABN, Ifeanyi Okali expressed gratitude for the visit, emphasising that Chukwueze has through his chosen career brought joy to many across the world and Nigeria in particular.

He said the platform is always willing to broker partnerships with individuals and groups regarding touching the lives of the rural community.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-samuel-chukwueze-foundation-to-partner-abn-on-community-outreach-photos-video/

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The Abia state governor, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu has approved the extension the state-wide lockdown by seven days to curtail the spread of coronavirus.

This extension in a statement signed by the Secretary to the State Government, Barr. Chris Ezem made available to ABN TV, will take effect from Wednesday, April 8, 2020.

The state government said the extension is necessary to confirm that the state is indeed free of the virus, explaining that the normal incubation period for the virus is 14 days.

The governor also expressed regret over the inconveniences and hardship the people face over the lockdown, saying it is for the betterment of the people of the State.

"Government is aware of the hardship and inconvenience this situation has brought upon our people. But it is better to live with temporary inconvenience than to expose ourselves to this disease in search of comfort.

"The NCDC is still tracking over 2000 suspected cases across the country. While these persons are not from Abia, this is a time that calls for extra vigilance.

"Within this period, Government will continue to distribute some food items, sanitizers and face masks which commenced officially today".

He also urged the various bodies in charge of the enforcement of the lockdown to continue to ensure that no chances are left for the disease to be imported into the state.

"Government hereby directs all the various enforcement teams at the State and Local Government levels as well as all security agencies to continue the enforcement of the directives on lockdown at the borders, markets, Transport operators, Religious Groups and all forms of public gathering.

"Transition Committee Chairmen of Local Government Areas and Security Operatives are directed to remain vigilant.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-lockdown-abia-govt-gives-7-days-extension/

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As part of its corporate social responsibility, popular online medium, ABN TV and Radio has donated Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) equipment to journalists in Abia State even as they carry on with their duties this lockdown period.

Handing over the equipment comprising hand sanitizers and gloves, the Director ABN, Mr. Ifeanyi Okali said journalists need all the support they can muster now in ensuring their safety even as they go about informing people on the deadly COVID-19.

He extolled their doggedness and patriotism in remaining committed to carrying out their assignments.

Receiving the PPEs, the Abia state chapter chairman of Nigeria Union of Journalists (NUJ) Mr. John Emejuo expressed gratitude with the kind gesture.

He said this is the kind of support the media practitioners need at this time to help them offer their best, calling on other individuals and organisations to emulate ABN.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-media-house-donates-personal-protective-equipment-to-journalists-in-abia-photos/

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Despite being in detention, a road construction intervention project attracted by the senator representing Abia North, Dr. Orji Uzor Kalu will soon be opened for public use.

The road located in Acha Ozara in Isuikwuato LGA Abia state according to ABN TV's findings commenced last year.

The project sponsored by NDDC is currently at its asphalt laying stage, ready for use soon.

The former governor who has since appealed his conviction by a Federal High Court in Lagos on corruption-related charges had earlier assured his constituents that his absence will not affect his assignment as their representative.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-orji-kalus-road-intervention-project-in-isuikwuato-near-completion-photos/

Boris Johnson is still battling coronavirus in intensive care today with 'no change' in his condition overnight - amid a wave of support from across the nation.

Mr. Johnson was moved to ICU at St Thomas' Hospital in central London and given oxygen after his health deteriorated sharply over just two hours, leaving doctors fearing he will need a ventilator.

The 55-year-old was transferred to intensive care at 7 pm because of breathing difficulties - forcing him to 'deputise' Foreign Secretary Dominic Raab to take the reins of government.

In a round of broadcast interviews this morning, Cabinet minister Michael Gove said Mr. Johnson was getting the 'best care'.

'As we speak the PM is in intensive care being looked after by his medical team receiving the very, very best care from the team in St Thomas's and our hopes and prayers are with him and with his family,' he told BBC Breakfast.

Mr. Gove played down concerns that the government will be paralysed with the leader out of action.

'The Cabinet is the supreme decision-making body,' he said.

The Queen is being kept informed about Mr. Johnson's condition, while Mr. Raab will chair a meeting of the government coronavirus task force this morning.

The PM's sharp downturn came 11 days after he first suffered coronavirus symptoms and went into isolation. He looked increasingly unwell when glimpsed in public and in 'selfie' videos posted on social media, and ministers were then shocked by his grim appearance at a Zoom conference on Sunday.

Downing Street sources confirmed Mr. Johnson is not yet on a ventilator - but was moved to intensive care to be near one if needed. Some medical experts forecasting this course of action is now 'very likely'.

Two-thirds of patients in intensive care with coronavirus are sedated and put on a ventilator within 24 hours of arriving as the illness attacks their lungs.

But last night one doctor told The Times Mr. Johnson was conscious and had not been intubated - the process of putting a tube in the windpipe to aid breathing. He was said to have required around four litres of oxygen rather than the 15 litres used by an average COVID-19 ICU patient.

Only two hours before his move to intensive care, No10 was insisting Mr. Johnson was still spearheading the government's coronavirus response, despite de facto deputy Mr. Raab chairing the morning crisis meeting.

Yet shortly after the Foreign Secretary left the Number 10 podium following the daily 5 pm press briefing, Mr. Johnson, 55, suffered breathing problems.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-no-change-in-boris-johnsons-condition-remains-in-intensive-care/

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The blood sample of a two-year-old girl who showed what appeared like symptoms of coronavirus and that of a 27-year-old lady sent to NCDC has finally emerged.

The results in a statement signed and made available to ABN TV by Onyebuchi Ememanka, Chief Press Secretary to Governor Okezie Ikpeazu are negative.

"Governor Okezie Ikpeazu has just received the results of two samples sent from Abia to the NCDC Test Facility in Ebonyi State.

"The first is that of a two-year-old girl while the other is a 27-year-old lady. They earlier showed what looked like symptoms of the disease whereupon their samples were taken for examination at the test facility.

"To the glory of God Almighty, both tests returned NEGATIVE" he said.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-two-new-suspected-cases-in-abia-test-negative-for-covid-19/

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The Abia state governor, Dr. Okezie Victor Ikpeazu has cautioned traders in the state against open trading in markets or anywhere around the state over fear of coronavirus.

The governor warns that those who flout this order stand the risk of being arrested and prosecuted by the security agencies.

In a release signed and made available to ABN TV by the Commissioner for Trade and Investment, Rt. Hon. Cosmos Ndukwe Ph.D., the governor insisted that no market in the state has been exonerated in the lockdown order.

"The Ministry of Trade and Investment is worried that traders in various relief and rural markets have continued to trade despite the huge risk of exposure to the deadly coronavirus.

"All those violating government orders by trading in markets are by this announcement warned that law enforcement agents have been detailed to arrest and prosecute defaulters henceforth.

"Markets, irrespective of where they situate or their size have not been exempted from the lockdown. You are advised to obey this simple order for your health and orders" he said.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/covid-19-trade-and-be-prosecuted-ikpeazu-warns-abia-businessmen/

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The composer of the Biafra national anthem, Mazi Charles Okereke has described Ndigbo as true Nigerians, saying they are qualified and have the capacity to lead the country in 2023.

In an interview with ABN TV on Friday, Mr. Okereke said Ndigbo are found everywhere across the globe where they identify with their host countries and help in developing it.

He said Ndigbo must support each other in achieving the presidency and avoid making enemies as the race for 2023 approaches.
Mr. Okereke explained that the Igbo have for long been marginalized, appealing that they should be supported in getting the presidency in 2023.

With the title, “Cry of A Biafran Child” his song was later renamed Biafra national anthem.
Mr. Okereke, an indigene of Bende local government area of Abia state said he composed the song at the age of 14 in 1970 when Biafra officially surrendered.

The song won the African Union anthem competition in 2003 on behalf of Nigeria, a feat for which he said he was not recognized by the country and his state, Abia.

"The Nigerian civil war ended on January 12, 1970. I was there when it ended", Okereke said.

BELOW IS THE HISTORY OF "ALL HAIL BIAFRA" [Narration by Chief Charles O. Okereke ]

Read more at: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/igbos-are-the-true-nigerians-mazi-okereke/

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As research continues in tackling the coronavirus holding nations by the jugular, the Abia State University Uturu (ABSU) has reportedly developed a Geographical Tracking Device and live COVID-19 risk map for the state and country at large.

In a release signed by the Chief Press Secretary to Governor Okezie Ikpeazu, Onyebuchi Ememanka this is in addition to the hand sanitizers and face masks the institution had earlier produced which he said meets WHO standard.

"Still basking in the euphoria of the production of ABSU Hand Sanitizers and Nose Masks that meet World Health Organization and International Standards, the Centre for Epidemiology and Climate Research, Abia State University led by the Head of Department, Geography and Planning, Dr. Felix Ike, has developed a Geographical Tracking Device and Live COVID-19 Risk Map for Abia State and Nigeria.

"These are products of capacity building and quality leadership of the Governor and Visitor to the University, Okezie Victor Ikpeazu, Ph.D., whom the University had earlier branded a Scholar-in-Governance and who had challenged the University to make Industry of her Research Activities," he said.

According to him, the University has concluded research on Geographical tracking and mapping of COVID-19 in Nigeria, Production of Live Risk Map for COVID-19 in Nigeria, Production of Live COVID-19 Risk Map for Abia State and Development of COVID-19 Early Warning System (EWS) for Aba and Umuahia, Abia State.

He added that these will assist in monitoring the movement of the Disease in Abia State and Nigeria, as well as, assist planners in checking any impending threat by the Disease in the State and Nigeria.

"The Centre has also developed COVID-19 Hotspots Map at all Borders/Entry points in Abia State, using the Delta-T Automatic Weather Station situated in Abia State University, which was imported from Cambridge, United Kingdom, one of its kind in West Africa, as well as, the Geographic Information System / Remote Sensing Laboratory.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/covid-19-abia-state-university-develops-geographical-tracking-device-risk-map-for-nigeria/

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As the nation remains in lockdown in prevention of the spread of coronavirus, there was suspicion in Abia few days ago about the status of a lady said to be coughing in Umuahia, the state capital.

The state Commissioner for Information, John Okiyi Kalu in clarifying the status of the lady in a statement on Sunday said she is negative.

"The sample of the Umuobasi Street, Umuahia, woman sent to NCDC for testing has returned and it returned a negative result.

"The pleasant implication of this is that as at today, there is no confirmed case of COVID-19 in Abia State.

"To GOD be the GLORY!" he said.

He also appealed to Abians to continue to observe the measures that will prevent the outbreak of the disease in the state, warning that those not on essential duty should remain in their homes.

"Let all hands continue to be on deck to stop this virus from coming to our state. Wash your hands regularly, maintain the recommended social distance and, please, stay at home. If you suspect that you or anyone known to you may have contracted the virus, please call 0700 2242 362 and we will take it up from there.

"If your job is to enforce stay at home order or protect our borders, please don’t take blood money by doing the wrong thing. If you are not among those exempted from movement, stay at home to avoid unnecessary harassment by enforcers.

"We know that this lockdown period is not easy on our hardworking people but it is a necessary sacrifice we all must make to stop this virus from ravaging our people. Make the sacrifice so that all of us will be alive to celebrate God’s faithfulness.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-covid-19-sample-test-in-abia-negative-commissioner-for-information/

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An officer of the Nigerian Police Force identified as Inspector Amadi Kingdom was in the early hours of Saturday shot dead in Umuahia, the Abia state capital.

The incident which took place at Ochendu bye-pass junction, left residents in confusion, leading them to scamper for safety.

A source who spoke to ABN TV on the condition of anonymity said the assailants accosted the slain officer around 5 am while on his way from night duty.

He said the assailants who were apparently on a robbery operation shot the policeman on the stomach and made away with his weapon.

The late security officer was attached to the State police headquarters in Bende road.

When contacted, the Abia state Police Public Relations Officer denied knowledge of the incident.

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The NIGERIA Union of Journalists National Secretariat says it is alarmed by the decision of the Federal Government to bring Chinese Medical doctors to Nigeria to fight COVID-19, despite the fact that Nigerian doctors are doing exceptionally well in fighting the outbreak, warning that it will be counterproductive to bring in Chinese doctors.

In a release jointly signed by the National President, Chris Isiguzo and the National Secretary, Shuaibu Usman Leman and made available to ABN TV on Saturday, the union called on the federal government not to be deceived by what it called charade that China contained the virus in Wuhan, saying there is more to it than China is telling the world.

"While some have applauded the way and manner China contained the virus in Wuhan- the only Chinese city to be so affected, we hasten to note that there is more to this charade than is being let out by the Chinese authorities, and we reject a situation where Nigeria will be used as a Guinea pig for any experiment.

"It is pertinent to plead with the Federal Government to stop this Medical team from coming to Nigeria because of the Italian example where there was an inexplicable spike in COVID-19 related deaths when the Chinese doctors arrived in the country.

"The FG should as a matter of urgent concern investigate the allegation that what is happening today is associated with the launching of the 5G communication network, as Nigerians are becoming more agitated over the issue which cannot be swept under the carpet.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/covid-19-stop-chinese-medical-team-from-coming-to-nigeria-nuj-cautions-fg/

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A crazed knifeman stabbed two people to death and injured seven others outside a bakery in France.

The assailant is said to have shouted 'Allahu Akbar' before knifing 'at least nine people' who were queuing to go into the bakery in Romans-sur-Isère, southern France, local media reports.

The attack comes on France's third week of lockdown due to the coronavirus, which has killed more than 6,500 people in the country alone.

The suspect - a Sudanese national in his thirties - was arrested at the scene.

France’s National Anti-Terrorism Prosecutor's Office is investigating.

Source: https://abntv.ng/2020/04/breaking-sudanese-stabs-2-to-death-injures-7-in-france-after-shouting-allahu-akbar/

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