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Month: May 2024

Health benefits of castor oil on body and skin

Recently, the health benefits of castor oil have been trending on social media. Castor oil is made from the seeds of the castor bean plant. Some people apply a castor oil “pack”—a towel immersed in castor oil—to their skin. Others claim rubbing castor oil directly into their stomach or belly button helps with digestion, eases…

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Dengue outbreaks reach 7.6 million across 90 countries, Americas hit hardest

Dengue is a life-threatening viral disease spread by mosquitoes in tropical and subtropical regions. The number of dengue cases worldwide has been increasing over the past five years, with a particularly alarming situation in the Americas this year. This is according to a new report released by the World Health Organisation (WHO). The WHO said…

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7 common childhood illnesses and how to deal with them

With proper care, most childhood illnesses can be managed at home. As parents, we always want to keep our children healthy and happy. However, kids are prone to catching various illnesses as they grow. Knowing how to handle common childhood illnesses can help you provide the best care for your child and reduce anxiety during…

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EFCC arrests woman for hawking naira notes in Lagos

The woman was caught hawking naira notes, and was dragged to court afterwards. The Economic and Financial Crimes Crimes Commission (EFCC), in a statement, disclosed that it has secured the conviction of a woman identified as Bilikis Adeyinka. Adeyinka, according to the anti-graft agency, was arrested and convicted for hawking naira notes in the Ikeja…

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Soyinka considers reapplying for US Green Card after Trump’s verdict

In 2016, Soyinka had vowed to destroy his US green card if Trump won the presidential election. Winner of the 1986 Nobel Prize for Literature, Professor Wole Soyinka has indicated he might reapply for permanent residency in the United States after former US President Donald Trump’s recent conviction. Trump was found guilty on Thursday, May…

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Governor Otu pays off ₦55 billion inherited debt in 12 months

The governor achieved this through prudent management of resources. Gov. Bassey Otu of Cross River has said that since the assumption of office on May 29, 2023, a total of ₦55 billion had been paid to offset debts and contractual obligations. Addressing newsmen at a dinner to give his administration’s stewardship, on Thursday night in…

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Borno communities given ‘leave or die’ notice by ISWAP

Reports confirmed that fighters from the Islamic State West Africa Province (ISWAP) killed at least 15 fishermen and injured numerous others on Sunday, May 26. Four days after killing fifteen fishermen in the Tumbun Rogo community, terrorists from the Islamic State – West Africa Province (ISWAP) have warned the residents of Kukawa LGA to leave…

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Kizz Daniel releases new single ‘Double’ dedicated to his wife

The new single, marks a significant milestone in Kizz Daniel’s career as he embraces themes of love and family while continuing to deliver chart-topping hits. Renowned music sensation, Daniel Anidugbe, a.k.a Kizz Daniel, has released his latest single, ‘Double’, a heartfelt dedication to his wife, Marian. Marian stars as the vixen in the accompanying music…

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Police dismiss ‘rumour’ about Ado Bayero leading Friday prayer in Kano

Kano residents are urged to volunteer credible information on the movement of dubious characters for prompt security action. The Kano State Police Command has urged residents to ignore false information circulating on social media that Alhaji Aminu Bayero, the 15th Emir would lead the Friday prayers at the Central Mosque. The Commissioner of Police, Usaini…

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Governor Bago reduces Abdulkadir Kure University tuition fee by 50%

The reduction is aimed at alleviating the current compounding financial hardships on students and parents. The Niger Government has slashed the tuition fees of its university of education (Abdulkadir Kure University) by 50%, toward reducing the burden of fuel subsidy removal on the students and their parents. This is contained in a statement signed by…

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