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Month: September 2024

Here’s why going on a diet can be very harmful

Going on a diet can sometimes do more harm than good. When we hear the word “diet,” we think about losing weight quickly, fitting into those old jeans, or looking good for a special event. In simple terms, a diet is any eating plan where you try to control what you eat to lose weight….

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FCT traders, commuters lament fuel price hike will increase food costs

The PMS increase will hike transportation fares which would make it difficult for workers to resume work promptly and be productive. Some traders and commuters in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) have frowned at the increase in the pump price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) by the NNPC Ltd. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)…

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Ibadan man charged with defaming police officer on Facebook, WhatsApp

The man is facing charge of defamation and breach of peace. The police in Ibadan on Tuesday arraigned a 39-year-old man, Ganiyu Abiola, for alleged defamation of the character of a police officer through Facebook and WhatsApp. Abiola, whose address was not provided, is facing a two-count charge of defamation and breach of peace before…

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Nigerian graduate who failed WAEC 17 times urges review of exam age policy

A mental health advocate added that restricting teenagers under 18 years from sitting for the examinations will have negative consequences. Dr Emmanuel Ahmadu, a Nigerian graduate, who failed WASSCE 17 times, has called on the Federal Government to reconsider its policy stopping students below 18 years of age from sitting for the ‘O’ Level examination….

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Biggest tech company layoffs in Africa

Jumia laid off 900 employees in a single event — more than any other tech company in Africa. The global tech industry has recently witnessed a wave of layoffs triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic and the harsh economic climate. Apart from the economic crunch, the massive layoffs in the tech industry have been traced to…

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Group condemns Wike’s threats against governors supporting Gov Fubara

The group stated that security agencies should have invited Wike fot interrogation. One Rivers Initiative (ORI), a Pan-Rivers Group, has condemned the threat by FCT Minister Nyesom Wike to destabilise states whose governors support Gov. Siminalayi Fubara in the Rivers political impasse. Victor Burubo, Director, Media and Publicity, ORI, during a news conference in Abuja…

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5 ways you can save money on food

Saving money on food is possible, even in a tough economy. In today’s tough economy, many Nigerians are finding it harder to make ends meet, especially when it comes to putting food on the table. The cost of living is rising, and the prices of basic food items seem to increase daily. This situation has…

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5 children arrested for suspected murder of 80-year-old man at UK park

According to the police, the assault happened close to the park entrance, and a group of young people fled the scene before emergency services arrived. Five children, including three, aged 12, have been arrested in the United Kingdom on suspicion of killing an 80-year-old man, who died following a “serious” assault at a park. Leicestershire…

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Good news as FG declares food items, rents, others tax-free

The Federal Government clarified that services perceived as non-essential, like taxi hires, will remain taxable as they cater to a more affluent segment of the population. The Federal Government is set to remove taxes on essential goods and services, including food, public transportation, and house rents, in a move to alleviate Nigerians’ financial burden. This…

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Can HIV-positive couples have healthy children?

Is there a possibility of bringing healthy, HIV-negative children into the world? For couples where one or both partners are HIV-positive, concerns about passing the virus to their children can be overwhelming. Fortunately, advancements in medical science have made it possible for HIV-positive couples to have healthy, HIV-negative children. Here’s everything you need to know…

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