Clothingonline9: Ghana has more cases they have open there country so you want us to be on lockdown wen the world is opening has the lockdown create medicine will it give people food ?Has lockdown stopped death What we need is wear protective and move around More people hv died of hunger in past weeks
We are both aware, maybe somewhere in our inner mind, that Nigeria Nigeria's public health atmosphere would have been painted red by now. The US recorded over 2,000 deaths in 24 Hours three days ago. What would you say about that? They have the amenities. The truth is, as little as this "stay at home" may appear to you, it is really helping the essential workers to manage the spread of this virus.
I really understand the frustration that hunger could cause, and I blamed our government for attributing less value to it citizens.
LordviccoDaGuru: The whole thing is not working is better to lift the lockdown
Finally, we have someone who is thinking rightly.
Despite the lockdown, we are constantly experiencing rapid contamination of this disease. The government is complaining about the lack of ICU and inadequate amenities to contain the Virus spread or admit already infected patients, and you think this is the best time to lift the lockdown order?
Let's not act like our caged broilers that long for freedom. We are humans, we are taking this sacrifice to live.
babiepraiz: Hey dear. The materials are scattered here on the thread. I also intend writing but I am having issues reading alone.
Pls are you or anyone here interested in having a study partner or we can create a study group on any app to converse and share ideas, questions and all. Especially with this Lockdown and the plenty free time that has been made available to us.
If you are in you could reply in on this post. I would really love a group of similar minds that are really ready to study.
Thanks guys.
Something similar to this occurred some months ago, when an alternate group was created; Information dissemination became limited and the thread became almost as quiet as the seabed. Eventually, the main aim of the thread was jeopardised.
For the sake of those who's to come, let's work on making this thread a good study ground, and shun study groups that will only be accessible to few.
princefemo01: Hello, I discovered that most US schools have started waving GRE, TOEFL and other exams as a requirement towards Fall 2020 admission. However, after securing admission, is it possible to seek for funding without these exams considering the competition involved in seeking for fund? I need advise.
Thanks.
The GRE might be exempted for Nigeria appliants, but receiving funding without any of these tests is rare. Take the test; it will really worth it at the end of the day.
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Professorcplus: When London wanted to install Street light in 17th century some religious groups says it's against God's plan. But see today used in crusade ground
What's the source of this supposed history? Or could this be another fairytale from a you-kind?
Is it advisable to register for GRE through ETS website? And will I get proof of payments and related docs. on the site and what to take on the exam date?
Yes, it isn't something I would advise you against. Regarding the proof of payment, you will also get it for sure.
On your exam day, you don't have much to take along. International passport and Confirmation email or Authorization voucher (print out) are the two major requirements.
ADDRESS BY H.E. MUHAMMADU BUHARI, PRESIDENT OF THE FEDERAL REPUBLIC OF NIGERIA ON THE #COVID19 PANDEMIC SUNDAY 29TH MARCH, 2020
1. Fellow Nigerians,
2. From the first signs that Coronavirus, or COVID-19 was turning into an epidemic and was officially declared a world-wide emergency, the Federal Government started planning preventive, containment and curative measures in the event the disease hits Nigeria.
3. The whole instruments of government are now mobilized to confront what has now become both a health emergency and an economic crisis.
4. Nigeria, unfortunately, confirmed its first case on 27th February 2020. Since then, we have seen the number of confirmed cases rise slowly.
5. By the morning of March 29th, 2020, the total confirmed cases within Nigeria had risen to ninety-seven.
6. Regrettably, we also had our first fatality, a former employee of PPMC, who died on 23rd March 2020. Our thoughts and prayers are with his family in this very difficult time. We also pray for quick recovery for those infected and undergoing treatment.
7. As of today, COVID-19 has no cure. Scientists around the world are working very hard to develop a vaccine.
8. We are in touch with these institutions as they work towards a solution that will be certified by international and local medical authorities within the shortest possible time.
9. For now, the best and most efficient way to avoid getting infected is through regular hygienic and sanitary practices as well as social distancing.
10. As individuals, we remain the greatest weapon to fight this pandemic. By washing our hands regularly with clean water and soap, disinfecting frequently used surfaces and areas, coughing into a tissue or elbow and strictly adhering to infection prevention control measures in health facilities, we can contain this virus.
11. Since the outbreak was reported in China, our Government has been monitoring the situation closely and studying the various responses adopted by other countries.
12. Indeed, the Director General of the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control (NCDC) was one of ten global health leaders invited by the World Health Organisation to visit China and understudy their response approach. I am personally very proud of Dr Ihekweazu for doing this on behalf of all Nigerians.
13. Since his return, the NCDC has been implementing numerous strategies and programs in Nigeria to ensure that the adverse impact of this virus on our country is minimized. We ask all Nigerians to support the work the Federal Ministry of Health and NCDC are doing, led by the Presidential Task Force.
14. Although we have adopted strategies used globally, our implementation programs have been tailored to reflect our local realities.
15. In Nigeria, we are taking a two-step approach.
16. First, to protect the lives of our fellow Nigerians and residents living here and second, to preserve the livelihoods of workers and business owners to ensure their families get through this very difficult time in dignity and with hope and peace of mind.
17. To date, we have introduced healthcare measures, border security, fiscal and monetary policies in our response. We shall continue to do so as the situation unfolds.
18. Some of these measures will surely cause major inconveniences to many citizens. But these are sacrifices we should all be willing and ready to make for the greater good of our country.
19. In Nigeria’s fight against COVID-19, there is no such thing as an overreaction or an under reaction. It is all about the right reaction by the right agencies and trained experts.
20. Accordingly, as a Government, we will continue to rely on guidance of our medical professionals and experts at the Ministry of Health, NCDC and other relevant agencies through this difficult time.
21. I therefore urge all citizens to adhere to their guidelines as they are released from time to time.
22. As we are all aware, Lagos and Abuja have the majority of confirmed cases in Nigeria. Our focus therefore remains to urgently and drastically contain these cases, and to support other states and regions in the best way we can.
23. This is why we provided an initial intervention of fifteen billion Naira (N15b) to support the national response as we fight to contain and control the spread.
24. We also created a Presidential Task Force (PTF) to develop a workable National Response Strategy that is being reviewed on a daily basis as the requirements change. This strategy takes international best practices but adopts them to suit our unique local circumstances.
25. Our goal is to ensure all States have the right support and manpower to respond immediately.
26. So far, in Lagos and Abuja, we have recruited hundreds of ad-hoc staff to man our call centers and support our tracing and testing efforts.
27. I also requested, through the Nigeria Governors Forum, for all State Governments to nominate Doctors and Nurses who will be trained by the NCDC and Lagos State Government on tactical and operational response to the virus in case it spreads to other states.
28. This training will also include medical representatives from our armed forces, paramilitary and security and intelligence agencies.
29. As a nation, our response must be guided, systematic and professional. There is a need for consistency across the nation. All inconsistencies in policy guidelines between Federal and State agencies will be eliminated.
30. As I mentioned earlier, as at this morning we had ninety-seven confirmed cases. Majority of these are in Lagos and Abuja. All the confirmed cases are getting the necessary medical care.
31. Our agencies are currently working hard to identify cases and people these patients have been in contact with.
32. The few confirmed cases outside Lagos and Abuja are linked to persons who have travelled from these centres.
33. We are therefore working to ensure such inter state and intercity movements are restricted to prevent further spread.
34. Based on the advice of the Federal Ministry of Health and the NCDC, I am directing the cessation of all movements in Lagos and the FCT for an initial period of 14 days with effect from 11pm on Monday, 30th March 2020. This restriction will also apply to Ogun State due to its close proximity to Lagos and the high traffic between the two States.
35. All citizens in these areas are to stay in their homes. Travel to or from other states should be postponed. All businesses and offices within these locations should be fully closed during this period.
36. The Governors of Lagos and Ogun States as well as the Minister of the FCT have been notified. Furthermore, heads of security and intelligence agencies have also been briefed.
37. We will use this containment period to identify, trace and isolate all individuals that have come into contact with confirmed cases. We will ensure the treatment of confirmed cases while restricting further spread to other States.
38. This order does not apply to hospitals and all related medical establishments as well as organizations in health care related manufacturing and distribution.
39. Furthermore, commercial establishments such as;
a. food processing, distribution and retail companies;
b. petroleum distribution and retail entities,
c. power generation, transmission and distribution companies; and
d. private security companies are also exempted.
40. Although these establishments are exempted, access will be restricted and monitored.
41. Workers in telecommunication companies, broadcasters, print and electronic media staff who can prove they are unable to work from home are also exempted.
42. All seaports in Lagos shall remain operational in accordance with the guidelines I issued earlier. Vehicles and drivers conveying essential cargoes from these Ports to other parts of the country will be screened thoroughly before departure by the Ports Health Authority.
43. Furthermore, all vehicles conveying food and other essential humanitarian items into these locations from other parts of the country will also be screened thoroughly before they are allowed to enter these restricted areas.
44. Accordingly, the Hon. Minister of Health is hereby directed to redeploy all Port Health Authority employees previously stationed in the Lagos and Abuja Airports to key roads that serve as entry and exit points to these restricted zones.
45. Movements of all passenger aircraft, both commercial and private jets, are hereby suspended. Special permits will be issued on a needs basis.
46. We are fully aware that such measures will cause much hardship and inconvenience to many citizens. But this is a matter of life and death, if we look at the dreadful daily toll of deaths in Italy, France and Spain.
47. However, we must all see this as our national and patriotic duty to control and contain the spread of this virus. I will therefore ask all of us affected by this order to put aside our personal comfort to safeguard ourselves and fellow human beings. This common enemy can only be controlled if we all come together and obey scientific and medical advice.
48. As we remain ready to enforce these measures, we should see this as our individual contribution in the war against COVID-19. Many other countries have taken far stricter measures in a bid to control the spread of the virus with positive results.
49. For residents of satellite and commuter towns and communities around Lagos and Abuja whose livelihoods will surely be affected by some of these restrictive measures, we shall deploy relief materials to ease their pains in the coming weeks.
50. Furthermore, although schools are closed, I have instructed the Ministry of Humanitarian Affairs, Disaster Management and Social Development to work with State Governments in developing a strategy on how to sustain the school feeding program during this period without compromising our social distancing policies. The Minister will be contacting the affected States and agree on detailed next steps.
51. Furthermore, I have directed that a three month repayment moratorium for all TraderMoni, MarketMoni and FarmerMoni loans be implemented with immediate effect.
52. I have also directed that a similar moratorium be given to all Federal Government funded loans issued by the Bank of Industry, Bank of Agriculture and the Nigeria Export Import Bank.
53. For on-lending facilities using capital from international and multilateral development partners, I have directed our development financial institutions to engage these development partners and negotiate concessions to ease the pains of the borrowers.
54. For the most vulnerable in our society, I have directed that the conditional cash transfers for the next two months be paid immediately. Our Internally displaced persons will also receive two months of food rations in the coming weeks.
55. We also call on all Nigerians to take personal responsibility to support those who are vulnerable within their communities, helping them with whatever they may need.
56. As we all pray for the best possible outcome, we shall continue planning for all eventualities.
57. This is why I directed that all Federal Government Stadia, Pilgrims camps and other facilities be converted to isolation centers and makeshift hospitals.
58. My fellow Nigerians, as a Government, we will avail all necessary resources to support the response and recovery. We remain committed to do whatever it takes to confront COVID-19 in our country.
59. We are very grateful to see the emerging support of the private sector and individuals to the response as well as our development partners.
60. At this point, I will ask that all contributions and donations be coordinated and centralized to ensure efficient and impactful spending. The Presidential Task Force remains the central coordinating body on the COVID-19 response.
61. I want to assure you all that Government Ministries, Departments and Agencies with a role to play in the outbreak response are working hard to bring this virus under control.
62. Every nation in the world is challenged at this time. But we have seen countries where citizens have come together to reduce the spread of the virus.
63. I will therefore implore you again to strictly comply with the guidelines issued and also do your bit to support Government and the most vulnerable in your communities.
64. I will take this opportunity to thank all our public health workforce, health care workers, port health authorities and other essential staff on the frontlines of the response for their dedication and commitment. You are true heroes.
65. I thank you all for listening. May God continue to bless and protect us all. [/b] President Muhammadu Buhari 29th March 2020.
I read the whole transcript, and I would commend the president for these measures. Mr. President, kindly ensure the implementation.
God will definitely heal our planet. This too shall pass. Amen!
kaili: Good morning all, I'm Mikaili. Born and raised in the U.S.
These days, many of us African Americans are waking up to the idea of rebuilding the connection with our long-lost homeland. I happen to be one of those individuals. I was born with 4 African names, raised with a deep cultural understanding, and intentionally surrounded myself with African friends.
I've always felt welcomed by Nigerians (and Africans in general), however, I've heard that other African-Americans have had negative experiences.
NIGERIANS: This is my question for you all.If those of us African-Americans who appreciate your culture begin to visit/relocate in large numbers... would you be bothered by that idea? If so, why?
You mentioned that you are a Journalist and tourist. Is that right? Okay, I will be responding to you from that point of view.
Nigeria is actually a good place to visit. I could recall when my family hosted two of our British relatives who had never been in the country. They were mother and child. The mum is in her 60s, while the lady was 25 as at that time.
We initially thought their visit could be burdensome, considering the need to change our food table, provide basic amenities like constant electricity and air conditioning system, just as it is in the UK.
To cut this whole long story short, Mikaili, hosting these two was the most beautiful thing that happened to us, because they naturalized within few weeks. Astonishingly, their visits were slated for a month; the mum left at the designated time, while the daughter chose to stay back for additional 6 months.
We visited numerous tourist centers, such as Lekki Conservative Centre, New Afrika Shrine, IBB International Golf & Country Club, Erin Ijesha Waterfall, etc. If you are a lover of Camera as I am, you definitely have so much captivating tours to film in Nigeria.
Back to your question, Nigerians are welcoming set of people, especially foreigners. Aside the recent disease outbreak, there will definitely be no reason a Nigerian would be distressed about your supposed decision as African American.
trippletees: i just registered on ets site..will i include the schools i want to send the scores to after the exam or did i miss that part during my registration?
No, you didn't. You can always do that after the exam, on your test day.
Even if she is so,it's in your own place to cover your parents unclothedness not expose it,that's how sensible children honour their parents
It's however sad that at 33 when you are supposed to have/display a certain level of wisdom commensurate with your age,you are displaying the opposite
No Matter how bad your mother is, she's still your mother,you cannot take my own mother or anybody's mother at that
Meanwhile in life we're only given 1 mothers for life.you can marry and replace wives, husbands, boyfriends, girlfriends or colleagues but you can never replace your own mother no Matter how imperfect she is.continue disgracing yourself thinking that you're disgracing your mother,it's until she dies before you know her worth
Yorubas say nkantabani,Lan nani.you care and pamper whatever is irreplaceable so that it will last longer in your hands and it will be more useful to you.
Moreso the way you treat your mom sets the tone for how others will treat her.if you can call her asewo in public,you have no right to get mad when other people call her that because you have indirectly told others how she should be treated and accorded
Sammiel: Greetings to the house. I recently applied to a business school but after completing the application my application checklist has toefl check box unmarked despite the fact that I added the school's Institutional code during my Toefl registration. The school is now telling me to get all items on the checklist sent before a specific deadline. My question now is if I am supposed to inform the school about my having requested that my Toefl scores be sent to them by ETS?
Yes, you should inform your proposed institution.
When did you sit for the exam, and when was your test report provided to you? Moreover, you should also understand that it takes approximately 10 days for your designated school to receive your test report (subsequent days from when your test report was made available).
Ejay99: Hello please I need info on Gre registration dates and where it can be taken in Lagos
Hi Ejay99,
There are preferences that determine seat availability. These criteria include location and date. Therefore, the link below should effectively answer your question.
Limitednow: He said: “I went to the church in the morning at about past 8 am, so while I was seating down, I was listening to the sermon from the man of God. All of a sudden, I had a stomach ache, so I decided to go and use the toilet.
“When I came into the church I was holding a bag which contained some of my items, some of my documents because a day before that day, I went for an event at Ngwamboro, Sabo.
“When we got to the station, they suspected they were fireworks meant for decoration.”
When further queried by the police, he admitted what he had was an explosive device.
He said: “We got it from the event through a lady I told them about and her name is Grace; when she gave it to me, I never knew what the devices were until after my bag was searched that I got to understand what they are. They are explosives.”
Reichel99: Many kids live in worse condition than this. To me I think this is the average naija home. Just because some of us are privileged to live a good life we think this is the worst. There was a time I went to ajegunle in Lagos, I really wept for them.
sammy2flow: Good morning guys I am planning to do my PhD (petroleum engineering )i n the US. Please, can you tell me step by step procedure to follow in order to apply for a school with funding. Thanks
CHOOSING THE RIGHT SCHOOL FOR YOUR POSTGRADUATE STUDIES
When it comes to choice of school, some individuals consider this as an herculean task, and that is why it could be hard to answer the “Why this school?” question, when standing in front of that beast of a VO.
As usual, I will be brief while giving out my tips.
You are welcome to ask your questions as we proceed.
STEP 1 Search for the best set of schools in your field: There are numerous prestigious schools around the world, but each is known for the quality of students it produces (in a particular discipline or more). Now, before choosing an institution that you want to invest your precious time and money into, you should crosscheck it to know if it really worth it. Go on the internet, and then research about its exploit in your field. A website such as https://www.usnews.com is a good tool.
Step 2 Check the cost: There is this saying, “Soup wey sweet, na money kill am.” Meaning, something good costs money. The next thing after listing out the schools that are in line with your goal is to check the tuition to see if you are capable of affording them. If you can’t, there is option of financial aid, especially if you have good academic qualifications. Contact financial aid immediately! Inquire!
STEP 3 Check and confirm you meet each of the school’s academic qualification: This is quite straightforward. Visit the school’s admission eligibility page to see if you meet its admission requirements. Don’t waste application fee!
STEP 4 Apply: You are wondering if it is that simple? Of course, yes, it is as simple as that. Go ahead and apply to that school of your interest, and then follow up with the undergraduate or graduate admission office via phone call or email.
I have taken out of my valuable time to write this short piece, in order to guide someone out there, and I hope you will find this useful.
Sammiel: Greetings to all the great minds on this thread. I wish to find out if I can pay for my 50 dollars application fee with GTbank Master Card? It's very urgent biko...
Yes, you should be able to successfully make your payment.
Fakesammi: Good day house, please I need your help. I'm trying to apply to North Carolina A&T State University and I want to confirm if I need my school to send my official transcript before I can complete the application. Please I'll appreciate any information because the deadline is fast approaching...thanks
Contact the graduate admission office of your proposed institution.
Make use of the email address or phone number provided on their website.
Alternatively, schools do provide their admission requirements that could be easily accessed by interested candidate, so, I will as well suggest that you check the University's eligibility criteria.
Queenellahrose: I’m writing with so much pain in my heart because my only child is giving me lots of trouble. She is 14. Ever since I had her, I cannot conceive again. My husband and I went trough lots of tests we are all okay and perfect so we had to accept that God wanted us to have one daughter for now and we are still believing God for more children. Where do I start we are Nigerian leaving outside of Nigeria (African country) for the past 8 years we also took along my husband niece who is now 17.
My daughter was a very nice and obedient child working hard at school and has always been making us proud but everything changed when she turned 11 years. She started getting in trouble at school, my husband and I are always called for meeting about her not working well and fighting with her classmates and she gets punished almost everyday. We as parents had heart to heart talk. She had made clear that she doesn’t like school and want us to enrolled her at music and dance school. She was only 12. Me and her dad were against it. we had convinced how important education and all we want is the best for her to finish school to have a better job and she can do her music and dance too later.
She was okay and we kept encouraging her and praying for her, things started to get a little bit better even school complained become less. Three week ago I usually leave the house at 6am for work, hubby leaves before me and the kids were still at home getting ready for school and around 11am I received a called from the police asking if I’m mrs o and chi mum I said yes I started panicking because I thought maybe she had an accident or something, the police officer asked me to come at the station.
I rushed there and what I heard broke my heart in pieces. He explained to me that my daughter and niece and other girls were caught at a hotel with boys smoking, drinking and having sex. Actually somebody called the police because they had noticed that under age children entered the hotel which is an offence so when the police came, they had arrested all of them and took them to the station requesting them to give parents details and that’s how they contacted me .
I was ashamed and couldn’t controlled my tears. I wept bitterly because when I thought my two girls are angel in fact they were doing the unthinkable. I bailed both of them and I just hated them I didn’t even talked to them to avoid beating them badly, but later when hubby came I didn’t hide anything from him. He was so angry that he flogged them mercilessly, I felt bad for them but they both deserved it. We took their phones away, tablets and TV in their room and they are banned from going outside apart from school and when they both get back from school they will eat and go and spend the rest of their day in their bedroom until nighttime.
My husband blamed me for everything saying it’s all my fault those girls are becoming bad. The truth is he is the one that has been spoiling them with expensive phones , tablets and designer clothings and pocket money. I was against him pampering them so much because I knew it will come to this but he has always told me he works hard for his children to have better things and now they had become bad, he has put all the blames on me forgetting that it’s all his faults.
We are not in talking terms for three weeks and he is not eating my foods anymore. The whole things just gives me headaches and sleepless night, it’s almost 3am I can’t sleep my head wants to explode with too much thinking.
Discharge her niece, enroll her in an after school music class, get to know who her High School "bestie" is, embrace the friendship or advise her against it, and then have a close watch of your daughter.
She's a good girl, you just don't know your own kid yet.
Please I need a good recommendation for the best place to register and write SAT in Nigeria.
I would prefer a centre around Rivers state or Akwa Ibom state.
Thanks in advance
You don't need an agent to do that for you. Visit College board (the examination body) website to register directly, and you can view the available location closest to you.
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