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Tension rises as Mpox outbreak surges, remains uncontrolled in Africa
Tension rises as the Mpox outbreak surges, remains uncontrolled in Africa, Dr Jean Kaseya, Director General of Africa CDC, disclosed this during a weekly briefing on the outbreak. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Mpox, formerly known as monkeypox, is a viral disease caused by the monkeypox virus.
It shares similarities with smallpox but is generally less severe. Mpox symptoms include fever, rash, and swollen lymph nodes. The disease spreads from animals to humans and between humans through close contact, respiratory droplets, and contaminated objects.
In 2022, the World Health Organisation (WHO) and other health bodies renamed monkeypox to “Mpox” to reduce the stigma and discrimination associated with the original name. WHO also declared the recent outbreak a public health emergency of international concern after a new variant was identified.
“We can say today that Mpox is not under control in Africa. We still have an increase in cases, which is worrying for all of us,” Kaseya said.
He said that within one week, 2,912 new cases were documented compared to the previous week, with Morocco reporting its first case, confirming the spread of the disease in all four regions of the continent.
“So far, 15 of the 55 member states of the African Union have reported cases. We still have people dying from Mpox in Africa. In one week, we lost 14 people,” he stated.
He added that in countries such as Cameroon and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), two strains of the virus are circulating. However, he said that due to insufficient surveillance and testing systems, it was unclear whether the same applied to other nations.
“Rwanda has initiated a vaccination campaign, while the DRC, the epicenter of the outbreak, plans to begin vaccinations in early October,” he added.
NAN recalls that as of the end of week 35 in 2024, a total of 26,544 cases, including 5,732 confirmed cases and 724 deaths, were reported from 15 African Union member states across all five regions of Africa. The continent’s case fatality rate (CFR) stood at 2.73%.
Africa CDC data revealed a 177% surge in Mpox cases and a 38.5% increase in deaths compared to the same period in 2023. Vaccine doses had been delivered to the DRC by the European Union, along with 50,000 doses from the United States.
European nations have pledged several hundred thousand more doses, while Japan has promised three million doses. Outside Africa, Mpox cases have been detected in countries such as Pakistan, the Philippines, Sweden, and Thailand.
On August 14, WHO declared Mpox a global public health emergency due to rising cases of the new Clade 1b strain. Meanwhile, Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, had secured 500,000 doses of the Mpox vaccine to supply African countries impacted by the outbreak.
Also, Nigeria recently received a donation of 10,000 doses of the Jynneos Mpox vaccine from the United States government.
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Harvesters Pastor Bola Idowu – Harvesters Pastor Bola Idowu…
Harvesters Pastor Bola Idowu – Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the…
Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Center (HICC), has been released from police custody following significant interventions from Aso Rock Villa and prominent clerics.
Idowu, under investigation for alleged fraud amounting to ₦1.5 billion, was held by the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) in Abuja.
According to Sahara Reporters, Pastor Idowu was released late on Tuesday evening, December 3, after pressures mounted from powerful individuals, including presidential officials and influential religious leaders.
“Pastor Bolaji was released late into the evening after big pastors and President Tinubu’s Aso Villa intervened in the matter,” a senior police source disclosed.
The pastor was reportedly asked to repay the funds traced to his account within two weeks. The controversy stems from a real estate fraud scheme allegedly involving one of Idowu’s pastors.
Investigations revealed billions of naira linked to the scheme were traced from the church’s account to Idowu’s personal account.
Initially, police sources had indicated Idowu would spend the night in custody.
“The case emanated from one of his pastors who duped several people in a real estate scheme,” another insider revealed.
Pastor Idowu, known for his “Next Level Prayers” platform, has overseen HICC’s growth since its inception in 2003.
The church, with over 70,000 worshippers worldwide, operates in Nigeria, the UK, and the US.
While his release marks a reprieve, the financial allegations remain unresolved, and scrutiny persists.
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Oromoni family mourns double – Oromoni family mourns double…
Oromoni family mourns double – The Oromoni family, already…
The Oromoni family, already grappling with the loss of their son Sylvester Oromoni in 2021, has suffered another devastating blow with the passing of his mother, Rosemary Oromoni.
A family source disclosed that Rosemary succumbed to an illness linked to intermittent blood pressure complications in late November.
Her death follows years of emotional and legal turmoil for the family after the tragic death of Sylvester, a 12-year-old Dowen College student.
Sylvester’s death on November 30, 2021, captured national attention when his family alleged he was bullied and poisoned at the Lagos-based school.
Conflicting autopsy reports complicated the case, with initial findings pointing to chemical intoxication, while a subsequent autopsy attributed his death to natural causes linked to an ankle injury.
In April 2024, a coroner ruled that Sylvester’s death resulted from parental and medical negligence, exonerating Dowen College and its staff.
Five accused students—Favour Benjamin, Michael Kashamu, Edward Begue, Ansel Temile, and Kenneth Inyang—were cleared of all charges and released from a juvenile home in 2022.
The Oromoni family’s ordeal has left a lasting mark on public consciousness, with Rosemary’s death adding a sombre chapter to their relentless fight for justice.
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Harvesters Pastor Bolaji Idowu – Harvesters Pastor Bolaji Idowu…
Harvesters Pastor Bolaji Idowu – Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the…
Pastor Bolaji Idowu, the Lead Pastor of Harvesters International Christian Centre (HICC), is currently in police custody over allegations of real estate fraud and money laundering.
Operatives of the Force Criminal Investigation Department (FCID) detained him in Abuja, where he is reportedly being interrogated.
A top police source confirmed the arrest, stating, “Pastor Bolaji Idowu, popularly known as the ‘Next-Level Prayer Conference’ pastor, is under investigation for alleged fraudulent real estate activities and money laundering.”
Another source added, “He is at the FCID Abuja as we speak.”
Pastor Idowu founded the church in December 2003. Over the years, HICC has grown significantly, establishing branches across Nigeria, the United Kingdom, and the United States.
The church’s website boasts of attracting over 70,000 worshippers both online and onsite. Known for his “Next Level Prayers” platform, Pastor Idowu encourages participants worldwide to deepen their prayer lives.
The allegations, however, have cast a shadow over his ministry’s reputation. As the investigation unfolds, the case has sparked widespread curiosity and concern among the church’s large congregation and the general public.
The police have yet to release an official statement, and Pastor Idowu’s representatives remain silent on the matter.
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