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First Case Of UK Covid-19 Strain Reported In Nigeria
The Presidential Task Force (PTF) on COVID-19 says the B117 variant of COVID-19 first reported in the United Kingdom has been found in Nigeria. Boss Mustapha, PTF chairman and secretary to the government of the federation, made this known at the PTF briefing in Abuja, on Monday, January 25. “Over the last few weeks, the…
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UK To Fine Lockdown Violators Up To £6,400
UK Home Secretary, Priti Patel, has announced fresh £800 fines and £6,400 for repeat offenders caught attending illegal house parties during the nationwide lockdown. This new measures have been launched with the hope that it helps the curb the spread of the new British variant hence affecting the high rates of Covid-19 cases in the…
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UK Tightens Travel Restrictions Amid Fear Of Brazil Covid Variant
The UK has banned travel from South America and Portugal over reports of the spread of a new Brazilian variant of coronavirus. According to Transport Secretary, Grant Shapps, the urgent decision would take effect from 4 am on today, Friday, January 15. While announcing the 16 banned destinations over Twitter, Mr Shapps also explained that…