• The Federal Ministry of Health confirmed that despite global reports of the newly discovered COVID-19 variant XEC, there have been no signs of the variant in Nigeria
• The ministry made the announcement on Saturday, December 7, following widespread concerns about the variant’s potential impact on global public health
• The variant, first detected in Australia has since spread to 29 countries, with at least 600 confirmed cases in the past four months

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

FCT, Abuja – On Saturday, December 7, the Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare confirmed that there was no evidence of the newly detected COVID-19 variant XEC in Nigeria.

COVID-19 variant XEC: FG urges Nigerians to be calm

The Ministry, in a statement signed by its deputy director, information and public relations, Mr. Alaba Balogun, posted on its website on X, on Saturday, urged Nigerians to remain calm and continue adhering to standard hygiene practices.

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Currently, the COVID-19 variant XEC noted for its increased virulence compared to other strains and recently reported in Australia, has spread to 29 countries.

This has raised fears about its potential impact on healthcare systems worldwide.

However, the ministry emphasised that rigorous surveillance at the country’s entry points and health facilities has shown no signs of the variant within the country.

Read the statement below:

“FEDERAL MINISTRY OF HEALTH & SOCIAL WELFARE PRESS RELEASE RE: LETTER OF CONVEYANCE IN RESPECT OF THE NEWLY DETECTED COVID VARIANT XEC

“You may recall that a newly detected COVID variant XEC, was reported in Australia and has spread to about 29 Countries globally and has shown a more virulence over other circulating strains with concern over its possible impact on service delivery in our Federal Tertiary Hospitals. Legit Post your reply Reply Uninter

“However, the good news is that there is no evidence of COVID variant XEC in Nigeria.

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“In light of the above the general public is advised not to panic but continue with the universal precautions of observing personal hygiene including regular washing of hands. The Federal Ministry of Health and Social Welfare through her agencies has stepped up surveillance including at all entry points to Nigeria.

7. The Federal Government has proactively upgraded our Federal Tertiary Hospitals by establishing Molecular Laboratories, Isolation centers, and intensive care units equipped with ventilators. 8. Since the COVID variant XEC has not been detected in Nigeria, it has therefore become imperative to address and correct the misinformation circulating on social media regarding a supposed resurgence of COVID-19 in the country. We urge the public to disregard the contents of a letter (Ref. No. DHS/INSPDIV/017/VOL.1/46, dated 5th December 2024) that has been widely shared online. Citizens are advised to remain calm, rely on verified. information from official sources, and continue their daily activities as usual.”

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In another development, Legit.ng reported that Nigeria has recorded 1,035 confirmed Lassa fever cases and 380 Cerebrospinal Meningitis cases, resulting in a significant number of deaths across various states.

The Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention (NCDC) emphasizes improved surveillance and community awareness as key factors in identifying these cases.

Dr. Jide Idris, NCDC Director-General, outlines the challenges and preventive measures being undertaken to combat these public health threats.

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• Currently, the southern region and the northern region are divided over President Bola Tinubu’s tax reform bill
• However, on Saturday, December 7, reports disclosed that northern leaders have announced a new strategy to protect the interests of the north
• The League of Northern Democrats (LND) has formed a committee to review the four tax reform bills currently before the National Assembly, and the report is due in one week

Legit.ng journalist Esther Odili has over two years of experience covering political parties and movements.

Amid controversy trailing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s four tax reform bills presented to the National Assembly, some northern leaders have changed strategy to ensure that the reform does not harm the north.

Some northern lawmakers have held a series of meetings on the issue. However, on Friday, December 6, the League of Northern Democrats (LND) inaugurated a technical committee to review the bills’ contents clause-by-clause, identify provisions that are injurious to the North, and suggest alternatives.

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As reported by Vanguard, the committee has one week to handle the task.

At the moment, southern senators, have expressed support for the four tax bills while northern senators, who are opposing the move, have begun consultation.

Interestingly, the Godswill Akpabio-led Senate Senate is proceeding with legislative actions on the bills, and the House of Representatives has suspended actions on the matter but northern lawmakers have continued to counter the move.

Northerners commission independent panel

In what could be described as a new move, the League of Northern Democrats raised a technical panel to look at the proposals with a tooth comb.

This was made known in a statement signed by LND’s Spokesman, Dr. Ladan Salihu and made available to the press on Saturday, December 7.

Although names of members of the committee who are said to be mostly lawyers, accountants and experts in related fields remained anonymous, the panel was given one week to turn in its report.

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Salihu said:

“Given the current raging concerns and controversies on the Tax Reform Bills currently before our National Assembly, the League of Northern Democrats wishes to inform the Northern public that it has inaugurated a distinguished Technical Committee tasked with reviewing the four tax reform bills clause-by-clause so as to reach an informed position on each clause therein.

“Their mandate includes identifying provisions that may be injurious or inequitable, proposing necessary amendments, and ensuring that each clause of the bills upholds the constitutional, religious and cultural norms of our people, while promoting national unity and fairness.

“At the conclusion of its assignment, the committee will publicly present its findings in an electronic and tabular format, effectively communicating its recommendations to policymakers, legislators, the media and the Nigerian public.”

The statement further noted that the northern leaders were worried that the bills could harm the North, if passed.

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Lawmaker suggests Hausa translation for tax reform bill

Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that Honourable Abejide Leke stated that the north will benefit from President Tinubu’s new tax reform bill.

In an interview, Leke stated that the opposition against the bill from the northern region was politically motivated and an attempt to influence public opinion ahead of the 2027 elections.

The Kogi lawmaker suggested that the bill should be translated into Hausa to better address concerns in the northern region, but Nigerians have reacted to his suggestion.

Proofreading by Nkem Ikeke, journalist and copy editor at Legit.ng.

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• A Nigerian lady has shared a video showing how she surprised her boyfriend at his place of work on his birthday
• In a video, she arrived at the mechanic workshop where he works with cake, hamper, footwear and a beautiful photo frame
• Social media users who came across the video did not hesitate to applaud the girlfriend for the thoughtful gesture

A heartwarming display of affection was caught on camera as a Nigerian lady surprised her boyfriend at his workplace on his birthday.

The thoughtful gesture was met with massive scholars on social media, with many praising the lady’s generosity and kindness.

Lady surprises boyfriend at mechanic workshop

In the clip shared on TikTok by @verifiedprechygold, the lady was seen arriving at the mechanic’s workshop where her boyfriend was working, accompanied by a group of helpers carrying an array of gifts.

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The surprise package included a cake, a hamper, a pair of footwear, and a beautifully crafted photo frame.

Her thoughtful gesture was clearly appreciated by her boyfriend whose excitement was overwhelming as he received the gifts.

“How I surprised my babe on his birthday at his place of work,” the video’s caption read.

Reactions as lady surprises boyfriend at workshop

The video sparked reactions from TikTok users who were impressed by the lady’s effort to make her boyfriend’s birthday special.

@dareh said:

“The guy self na old taker see the frame you go know.”

@sweet wahala said:

“At least he is working and not a Yahoo boy enjoy ur relationship dear.”

@success asked:

“Oh God what am I even dating?”

@nobody’s girlfriend said:

“Next year I go supbeans my babe him don too try.”

@BIG AYANFE said:

“Una get mind dey do surprise for man, Because last year I did surprise for my man he’s Asking me where did I see money from. Some guys won’t Even bother to ask there gf where she see money.”

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@_HÕNÔŘÂBLEŁIL~FŘØSH said:

“Moi own babe no go see this won doo na to dey monitor my phone dey look for who use love sticker for me.”

@king_david_osas said:

“See the clean and neat shirt wey your guy wear at his place of work Abi you your guy na yahoo mechanic?”

@Merit ice, the loner commented:

“Hope no be another man hand she collect money do this surprise for her guy.”

@Oma favy added:

“I cried while watching this video cuz I wish I have a man and money so I can also spoil my man.”

Watch the video below:

Lady surprises roadside mechanic boyfriend

Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a lady put a smile on both her lover and his fellow mechanics faces at their workshop as she celebrated her man.

The mechanics at the workshop all shouted with excitement when they saw the birthday cake the lady brought.

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• During a little girl’s photo shoot, a photographer and his staff shouted at the top of their voices to get her attention
• In a hilarious video, all of them including the girl’s mother screamed at intervals when it seemed the girl was beginning to get distracted
• Social media users who came across the video shared their similar experiences during their child’s photo shoot

A hilarious video has surfaced online, showcasing the hilarious method employed by a photographer and his team to capture the attention of a little girl during a photo shoot.

The funny clip showed the photographer, his staff, and even the girl’s mother shouting at the top of their lungs in a bid to keep the child focused.

Funny drama erupts during little girl’s photo shoot

In the video shared on TikTok by @kirapayton16, the girl’s mother, provided a glimpse into the often-chaotic world of child photography.

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The video showed the team’s creative approach to keeping the little girl engaged, with their loud shouts and screams punctuating the air at regular intervals.

In the end, the team’s effort seemed to pay off as the girl’s attention was gradually maintained throughout the shoot.

“If you no craze for baby shoot, make I know why. Full photography Academy turn wolf,” the video’s caption read.

Reactions trail clip from little girl’s photo shoot

The video sparked lots of reactions from TikTok users, many of whom shared their similar experiences of photographing young children.

@Poptartsxx asked:

“What is screaming going to do?”

@Katrina L. Swan said:

“The camera man knows what puts food on his table.”

@Iamjessie said:

“She no send una, even with all this noise.”

@BÄÐ-BØÌ said:

“A guy commented on my post,a girl replied him,he replied again, they were about to fall in love and I deleted my post immediately.”

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@Mildred Beauty Gallery said:

“Urs is even better, my daughter show I, my frnd,and camera man shege. we went for shoot she started sleeping we had to wait for her to finish sleeping b4 we started photoshoots. Kids are funny.”

@Rablink said:

“Photographer will even make the child get scared.”

@Cake Harmony said:

“My brother’s wife started crying during her baby shoot after a whole lot of money.”

@NURSE ADE said:

“Wahala wa ooo these children will bring out part you didn’t know exist in you.”

@user3903741638883 added:

“Omo. I seriously can’t stop laughing to be s mother is not easy ohhh. No wonder they charge higher for 1yr studio dan adult.”

Watch the video below:

Little girl’s photo shoot goes viral

Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a child’s photo shoot session caused a funny drama as the child blatantly refused to stay still.

The child who rocked a fine native outfit, made her mother and the cameraman pass through a tough time after insisting on not taking photos.

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• A Nigerian lady has shared a video of her neighbour who’s a chef treating her to lots of delicious meals
• In a video, she captured different times that the chef arrived at the door of her house to serve her different meals
• While sharing the interesting clip on TikTok, the lady expressed her love and gratitude for her thoughtful neighbour

A Nigerian lady’s heartwarming encounter with her neighbour, a skilled chef, has captured the attention of many online.

The lady’s excitement was evident in a video she shared, showing the numerous occasions on which her neighbour surprised her with sumptuous meals.

Lady gets delicious foods from neighbour

The video, posted on TikTok by @say_raahhhh, was a compilation of various times that the chef neighbour arrived at the lady’s doorstep, bearing trays of mouth-watering dishes.

In the clip, the lady’s delight and gratitude were evident as she accepted each offering, clearly touched by the chef’s kindness.

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“POV: You have a neighbour that is a chef. My chef my life o,” she captioned the video.

Reactions as lady praises kind chef

The TikTok video sparked a wave of admiration and appreciation for the selfless chef, with many viewers expressing their desire for a neighbour like her.

@Warri pikin said:

“Wait oo why she dey stop for gate? She no dey enter house you chop food chop who cook am join.”

@calabar.abujaluxuryhairs said:

“Make nothing make Una quarrel dem go tell you how dey feed you.”

@tonywest777 stated:

“Abeg dey try tag her location abi Na only ceremonial foods she dey cook, put her restaurant address down abeg.”

@rheama said:

“I’m not a chef but I do same for my neighbor in school. I dey serve am morning afternoon and evening food everyday.”

@GLAMMEDBY_VIDO reacted:

“Me and this kind person no fit quarrel ehh. Even if she dey bring the leg for quarrel, I go wear am slippers.”

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@Ogechi added:

“My own neighbors regret knowing, because as a chef na me dey even go chop for there place.”

Watch the video below:

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Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that a lady began enjoying great treats ever since her neighbour moved in next door.

The happy lady revealed that the new neighbour informed her that he was the last born in his family and saw her like a sister.

Source: Legit.ng