BREAKING: Truck Carrying Dynamite Explodes in Akure, Destroys Church, Houses

NewsBREAKING: Truck Carrying Dynamite Explodes in Akure, Destroys Church, Houses

PilotnewsMarch 28, 2020

A truck loaded with dynamite exploded on the Akure-Owo highway on Saturday, destroying a school, church and some houses. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), however, reports that no life was lost in the incident which occurred at about 1:00am. NAN also reports that the severity of the blast had cut the Akure-Owo expressway in two. Undie Adie, the Commissioner of Police in the state, told newsmen at the scene of the incident that the...

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Trump Signs $2.2T Coronavirus Stimulus Package After Swift Congressional Votes

NewsTrump Signs $2.2T Coronavirus Stimulus Package After Swift Congressional Votes

PilotnewsMarch 27, 2020

President Donald Trump signed an unprecedented $2.2 trillion economic rescue package into law Friday, after swift and near-unanimous action by Congress this week to support businesses, rush resources to overburdened health care providers and help struggling families during the deepening coronavirus epidemic. Acting with unity and resolve unseen since the 9/11 attacks, Washington moved urgently to stem an economic free fall caused by widespread restrictions meant to slow the spread of the virus that have...

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Why Nigerians are Unsympathetic to Buhari and Kyari

CoronavirusNigeriaOpinionWhy Nigerians are Unsympathetic to Buhari and Kyari

PilotnewsMarch 27, 2020

Many Nigerians are actually very passive, they don’t care at all until whatever the issue maybe gets to their doorstep, so many wishful thinkers and misfortune gloaters, leaving their main responsibility completely unattended to. Since the news of Abba Kyari — President Buhari’s Chief of Staff, who tested positive for coronavirus leaked, most Nigerians have been literally jubilating over that as if it is a straight jackpot and a guarantee to a better Nigeria, but...

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Living through the Pandemic—Another Hectic Day

CoronavirusLifestyleNigeriaLiving through the Pandemic—Another Hectic Day

PilotnewsMarch 27, 2020

It’s another Friday Morning in the bustling city of Lagos, but this particular Friday is the 6th day since the Lagos State Government enforced a directive on social gatherings. This follows after a growing number of positively tested cases within the state. On the streets, people are seen walking about their normal activities with some others waiting outside of their porches. Following a directive from the State Government that all markets and stores be closed,...

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BREAKING: NNPC, 33 Partners Donate $30m to Support FG’s COVID-19 Intervention

CoronavirusNewsNigeriaBREAKING: NNPC, 33 Partners Donate $30m to Support FG’s COVID-19 Intervention

PilotnewsMarch 27, 2020

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation (NNPC), with 33 partners have donated 30 million dollars to support the federal government’s efforts at curbing the spread of Coronavirus also known as COVID-19. The Group Managing Director of the Corporation, Malam Mele Kyari, made this known during a Live Streaming news conference, in Abuja, on Friday. “In recognition of the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on the Nigerian population and economy, the Nigeria oil and gas industry under...

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BREAKING: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Tests Positive for Coronavirus. What Happens Now?

CoronavirusWorld NewsBREAKING: British Prime Minister Boris Johnson Tests Positive for Coronavirus. What Happens Now?

PilotnewsMarch 27, 2020

British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has tested positive for coronavirus but will continue to lead the nation’s response to the pandemic from self-isolation. Johnson said he had developed “mild symptoms” — a temperature and a persistent cough — and after taking a test on the advice of the U.K.’s chief medical officer, had tested positive. The Prime Minister said on Friday he is working from home and will be self-isolating following his diagnosis — in...

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Sir (Dr) Emeka Offor: The Man, His Empire and His Good Deeds

LifestyleNewsNigeriaSir (Dr) Emeka Offor: The Man, His Empire and His Good Deeds

Adeola Oladipupo (Correspondent)March 27, 2020

Sir Emeka Offor is the Executive Vice Chairman of Nigeria-based Chrome Group of Companies, founded in 1993. With over 30 years of experience in business, he is described by many as a savvy, audacious and energetic entrepreneur. The West African Pilot explores the exemplary world of The Man, His Empire and His Good Deeds. Born in Kafanchan, Kaduna State on the 10th of February 1959 to the late Chief Benneth Offor (Nnakaibeya) and Mrs. Comfort Offor...

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COVID-19: I Am Not Praying For Abba Kyari, I Am Not in the Faith Business

ColumnsNigeriaOpinionCOVID-19: I Am Not Praying For Abba Kyari, I Am Not in the Faith Business

PilotnewsMarch 26, 2020

I do not pray for predators. I pray for the victims and allow God to sort out their oppressors. How He does that is not my business.  While quarantined in our homes, we have been praying against the devastations of the COVID-19. But I have always been specific about who I pray for. I am not praying for Ruthless politicians or elected representatives who have consistently worked hard in ensuring a weak or nonexistent health system, thus...

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COVID-19: US aircraft carrier grounded as ‘dozens’ sick with virus

CoronavirusWorldCOVID-19: US aircraft carrier grounded as ‘dozens’ sick with virus

PilotnewsMarch 26, 2020

The Navy says an outbreak of COVID-19 infections aboard an aircraft carrier in the Pacific has forced it to divert to Guam so that all 5,000 aboard will undergo testing. The acting secretary of the Navy, Thomas Modly, told reporters the sailors were aboard the USS Theodore Roosevelt, which remains “operationally capable.” Even so, other officials said the number of infected sailors has risen sharply, from three reported initially to “dozens” as of Thursday. Modly...

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Lawan, Gbajabiamila Meet Ministers on Planned 2020 Budget Review

CoronavirusEconomyNigeriaLawan, Gbajabiamila Meet Ministers on Planned 2020 Budget Review

PilotnewsMarch 26, 2020

The leadership of the National Assembly on Wednesday met with some ministers and heads of agencies of Federal Government to brainstorm on the impact of COVID-19 pandemic on the Nigerian economy. Ezrel Tabiowo, Special Assistant, Press to President of Senate, Ahmad Lawan in a statement, indicated that the meeting focused on a planned review of the 2020 budget. It also focused on Medium Term Expenditure Framework (MTEF) and Fiscal Strategy Paper (FSP) passed in 2019....

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