The extension of lockdown in Nigeria by President Muhammadu Buhari and the increasing cases of coronavirus are some of the trending stories in the Nigerian press on Tuesday.
The Nation quoting President Buhari reported that the lockdown of Abuja, Lagos and Ogun States would remain in force for another 14 days to contain the spread of novel Coronavirus.
This Day said that Nigeria has recorded 20 new cases of COVID-19, bringing to 343 the total number of confirmed cases in the country.
The Daily Trust said that electricity consumers who are yet to be provided meters in line with the industry’s regulatory directive, have continued to mount pressure on the Nigerian Electricity Regulatory Commission (NERC) over what they termed overbilling above the capped estimated billing template.
The Leadership newspaper quoting President Buhari said it was his sincere wishes to the people of Chibok in northern Borno State, as they hold prayers and thanksgiving services to mark the sixth anniversary of the kidnap of their daughters by Boko Haram terrorists on April 14, 2014.
The Punch said that no fewer than 10 Nigerians, out of the 40 persons subjected to the mandatory COVID-19 test for those who registered in the United Kingdom to return home, have tested positive to the virus.
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