Zika Virus: Center for Disease Control Advisory Expanded To 28 Countries

The wide-spread of the mosquito-borne Zika virus has become a global concern, with the World Health Organization declaring it global health emergency on Monday. This is the first time the agency has used that classification since the deadly Ebola outbreak in West Africa.

The Organization, has declared a global health emergency for the fourth time in the agency's history due to the ongoing Zika outbreak. The organization is now releasing recommendations for countries facing a Zika outbreak, including new travel measures.

The recommendations include improving communications so that an affected community is reporting possible cases, increasing surveillance of Zika virus infections and taking measures to control the mosquito population.

Pop Star Adele Tells Donald Trump To Stop Using Her Tunes For His Campaign

Pop star, Adele has become the latest to tell Trump to stop pinching her tunes for his campaign.

Donald Trump who is a fan of Adele, has been using the pop star tunes for his campaign and she (Adele) is no fan of the Republican presidential front runner, and has lashed out on him about using her tunes.

African Leaders To Withdraw Its Membership From ICC

Heads of States at the African Union Summit, have backed a Kenyan proposal pushing for a pullout from the International Criminal Court, leaders said Sunday, repeating claims it unfairly targets the continent. Chad’s President Idriss Deby, elected African Union chairman at the two-day summit, criticised the court for focusing its efforts on African leaders, stating that “Elsewhere in the world, many things happen — many flagrant violations of human rights — but nobody cares.”

Coca-Cola Buys Stake In Nigerian Juice And Dairy Company CHI To Accelerate Push Into Africa

Coca-Cola has acquired a minority stake in Nigerian juice and dairy company, CHI, as it looks to accelerate its push in Africa while expanding its collection with healthier alternatives to carbonated drinks.

The company paid around $240m for a 40 per cent stake in the CHI, which is owned by TGI Group, with plans to purchase the remaining 60 per cent within three years. The deal will help the drinks giant strengthen its modest 3.5 per cent share of the Middle East and Africa’s fragmented $8.03bn juice market.

Catholic Church Clears Air Over Rev. Father Mbaka's Transfer

The Catholic Church on Monday clarified the recent transfer of Father Ejike Mbaka, saying the controversial priest was merely being sent to where he would be more useful to the church.

In its first reaction since the controversy over the transfer broke, the church said the posting was not meant to be punitive.

Pep Guardiola CONFIRMED As The Next Manchester City Manager

Pep Guardiola, Head coach of Bayern Munich FC has been confirmed by Manchester City football club as the next manager to take over from Manuel Pellegrini. In a statement by the club official site which reads "Out of respect for Manuel Pellegrini and the players, the Club wishes to make its decision public to remove the unnecessary burden of speculation.

Manuel, who is fully supportive of the decision to make this communication, is entirely focused on achieving his targets for the season ahead and retains the respect and commitment of all involved with the leadership of the Club". 

josephstrauss.blogspot.com.ngPep Guardiola CONFIRMED As The Next Manchester City Manager

African Union Summit: Donors Pledge $250 Million To Fight Boko Haram

Donors at the African Union summit pledged on Monday $250 million (229 million euros) for the fight against Boko Haram insurgents, AU Peace and Security Council Chief Smail Chergui said. Boko Haram, facing the heat of a military onslaught in Nigeria, has in the past year stepped up cross-border attacks in Niger, Chad and Cameroon, while continuing shooting and suicide assaults on markets, mosques and other mostly civilian targets within Nigeria itself.

Chergui said $110 million came from Nigeria, with the European Union offering 50 million euros, as well as donations from Britain and Switzerland. Chad’s President Idris Deby, the African Union chairman, said it was crucial the money pledged was actually paid to show “our firm commitment in the fight against terrorism.”