Cancer warning signs
Bitrus (by SMS)Many of the warning signs for cancer are also the same warning signs for any kind of illness. One of the first signs many lung cancer patients remember noticing is the inability to catch their breath. In addition, cancer cells thrive in an acidic environment but cease to exist in Alkaline environments.Frequent fevers or infections can be signs of leukemia, a cancer of the blood cells that starts in the bone marrow. Trouble swallowing is most commonly associated with esophageal or throat cancer, and is sometimes one of the first signs of lung cancer, too. Feeling full and unable to eat is another warning sign for cancer.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 19, 2023 11:47 UTC
Work permit delays Akpom Eredivisie debut
Ajax new signing, Chuba Akpom, will miss Saturday’s (today) Eredivisie clash against Excelsior at the Van Donge & De Roo Stadion in Rotterdam, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. The four-time European champions finished third in the Dutch Eredivisie in 2022/23, 13 points behind champions and fierce rivals Feyenoord, but started this campaign with a 4-1 win over Heracles Almelo last weekend. According to Dutch daily newspaper, Algemeen Dagblad, the former Middlesbrough striker is yet to be granted a work permit in Holland. It was the ex-Arsenal striker’s best career return, with a total of 106 goals in 309 senior matches. Everyone knows what I think of (Middlesbrough boss) Michael Carrick, and I’m sure success is just around the corner.
Source:Punch
August 19, 2023 11:24 UTC
Don’t scrap N’Delta Affairs ministry, PANDEF tells Tinubu
The Pan Niger Delta Forum has expressed fear that the administration of President Bola Tinubu may have sidelined the affairs of the Niger Delta following the exclusion of the Ministry of Niger Delta Affairs during the recently designation of portfolios to ministers-designates. “The government has over the years squandered the resources of the Niger Delta, and of course, the dedication of infrastructure, particularly rural infrastructure in the Niger Delta is worse. “As we speak, major federal roads in the Niger Delta are almost not motorable. So, there is nothing to show that we earn so much money from oil, particularly in the Niger Delta. Of course, you can recite a recent statement by the President concerning powerful individuals, unelected powerful individuals who control the oil scam, importation scam,” he added.
Source:Punch
August 19, 2023 10:19 UTC
Politics - Adeleke responds to controversial SSA appointments, says APC created offices - Punch Newspaper
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Source:Punch
August 19, 2023 08:37 UTC
Lai Oso: Farewell to an ace journalist, a scholar and humanist, By Umaru A. Pate
Professor Lai Oso’s death has robbed me of a respectable scholar and friend. From the messages, it was evident that Lai Oso was a truly good man who meant many things to many people. My relationship with Professor Lai Oso was a long and fruitful one, which blossomed to that of a senior brother and transcended family and professional lines. Without doubt, Lai Oso was a thoroughbred scholar who understood and promoted high quality communication scholarship in Nigeria. Social relevance and public interest must be the main criteria in news selection and editorial judgement.”We shall continue to remember Lai Oso.
Source:The Guardian
August 19, 2023 08:06 UTC
Fast food and my health
I love Fast food a lot. However, I have read of how Fast food can damage a person’s health. Greg (by SMS)Consuming fast food regularly can lead to various health risks, including obesity, high blood pressure, type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and an increased risk of stroke. These foods are often high in calories, unhealthy fats, sodium, and added sugars, while lacking essential nutrients. Regular fast food consumption can also contribute to poor digestion, inflammation, and negatively impact overall health in the long run.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 19, 2023 05:47 UTC
Dutch ruling conservatives say ready to govern with far right | The Guardian Nigeria News - Nigeria and World News
The Netherlands’ ruling liberal conservatives of outgoing Prime Minister Mark Rutte declared Friday they would be ready to govern alongside Geert Wilders’ far right movement after an early general election in November. Dutch voters will elect a new parliament on November 22 after last week’s collapse of Rutte’s four-party coalition led by his centre-right VVD over a bitter argument about asylum seeker policy. He said last month he would quit politics altogether after 13 years at the helm which made him his country’s longest-serving prime minister. Wilders dubbed the development “good news” in a post to X, formerly Twitter, as Dutch voters go to the polls some 15 months earlier than scheduled. Rutte’s government imploded after the policy highlighted what he conceded were “insurmountable” differences between coalition partners.
Source:The Guardian
August 19, 2023 05:37 UTC
10 months after, NEMA denies $1m USAID donation for flood victims
Director-General of National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), Mr Mustapha Ahmed, on Friday, disclosed that the Agency did not receive any $1 million donation from the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), for the support of flood victims in 2022. Mr Ahmed gave the clarification in Abuja during the visit of Governor Dauda Lawal of Zamfara. Recall that the US Embassy had via a statement issued by the US Ambassador, Mary Beth Leonard in October 2022 announced the donation. The US had explained that the unusually heavy rainfall, which resulted in flooding, had affected nearly 2.8 million people across the country. It added that many homes had been damaged or completely destroyed, displacing millions of persons.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 18, 2023 22:38 UTC
#BBNaijaAllStars: I’d rather die than watch Mercy win — Ike
During a candid discussion among BBNaija housemates Ike, Doyin, and Kiddwaya, the topic of relationships within the season emerged. Kiddwaya initiated the conversation by asking Ike about his stance on his former flame, Mercy. In response, Ike made it clear that he’s not inclined to pursue any romantic interests this season. Ike went on to express his strong emotions regarding his past experience with Mercy. Ike even went as far as stating that Mercy took the money from his mouth, therefore, he can never forgive her and he’ll sabotage Mercy till the end as he’ll rather die than have her win the money.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 18, 2023 22:22 UTC
EFCC arrests 28 for internet fraud in Enugu
Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) operatives have arrested 28 suspected internet fraudsters in a sting operation in Enugu. EFCC spokesperson Wilson Uwujaren said this in a statement on Friday in Abuja. According to him, items recovered from the suspects include nine exotic cars, 44 mobile phones, seven personal computers, and one international passport. He said the suspects had made useful statements and would be charged to court upon conclusion of investigations. “Also arrested are: Kenechukwu Barry, Ibe Chisom, Felix Nwaeze, Daniel John, Somtochukwu Zadok, Ugochukwu Amoke and Chukwudi Charles,” he said.
Source:The Guardian
August 18, 2023 17:50 UTC
Regional diplomacy in Niger crisis sheds light on Nigeria ties
Photo by STEFANO RELLANDINI / AFP via Getty ImagesReligious leaders and politicians in northern Nigeria have opened back-door channels in a frantic attempt to stave off military intervention in coup-stricken Niger. The crisis has sparked fears for ancient cultural, social and commercial links that bind southern Niger with seven border states in northern Nigeria — Katsina, Sokoto, Zamfara, Kebbi, Jigawa, Borno and Yobe. But visits by representatives from northern Nigeria have also helped swing the pendulum back towards diplomacy. But concern in northern Nigeria of a potentially catastrophic intervention is heaping pressure on him to exercise restraint. On 5 August, all 58 Nigerian senators across party lines from the north denounced planned military intervention in Niger, warning of dire consequences for seven border states.
Source:The Guardian
August 18, 2023 15:25 UTC
Qatar begins construction of 500,000 housing units for less privileged in Kaduna
Qatar has commenced the construction of 500,000 housing units for less privileged residents of Kaduna State, North-west Nigeria. The Mega Economic City project was officially inaugurated by Qatar’s Ambassador to Nigeria, Ali Bin Ghanem Al-Hajri on Wednesday in Kaduna. Mr Al-Hajiri commended the state’s governor Uba Sani for his support for the successful launch of the project – Qatar Sanabil Project. Aside from the construction of the housing units, Qatar Charity has also pledged an array of interventions and empowerment programmes for the less privileged across Kaduna, the official said. The governor said the project extends beyond housing, it also provides clinics, shops, poultry farms, and farmlands for the rainy season and irrigation farming.
Source:The Guardian
August 18, 2023 15:22 UTC
Mercedes-Benz recalls vehicles in China over fuel pump issue
German luxury carmaker Mercedes-Benz’s struggles with faulty fuel pumps have continued, with Chinese regulators on Friday announcing the recall of 231,249 Mercedes-Benz vehicles. The recall in China followed a similar major vehicle recall in the U.S., of up to 143,000 vehicles in June. Chinese regulators said the fuel pumps of the affected vehicles could pose a safety risk in the event of a failure. According to the announcement, the affected vehicles include cars from Mercedes-Benz’s AMG high-performance sports car sub-brand as well as SUV models of the GLE and GLC types. YOU SHOULD NOT MISS THESE HEADLINES FROM NIGERIAN TRIBUNESpeaker Abbas condemns Zaria killings, seeks immediate investigationThe Speaker of the House of Representatives, Hon.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 18, 2023 15:14 UTC
Stakeholders commit to strengthening financial management of IFAD projects in Africa
The International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) in partnership with the Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development and Federal Ministry of Finance organised a regional training workshop for IFAD-funded projects to support the effective implementation of major financial management and fiduciary reforms for the projects. IFAD further stated that the primary aim of the training workshop was to strengthen the capacity of stakeholders with a view to improving the quality of financial management of IFAD-financed projects and programmes. IFAD West and Central Africa Senior Regional Financial Management Department Officer, Mr Radu Damianov, stressed his appreciation for the active participation of all stakeholders which was critical for achieving the objectives of the 3-day workshop. Mr Daminanov indicated that the Financial Management Department in partnership with the Regional and Country offices will provide continuous technical advice to participants to accelerate the implementation of the financial reforms. After the receipt of the training certificates, participants committed to implementing the financial management best practices and tools shared during this regional workshop to enhance project efficiency, reporting and value for money.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 18, 2023 14:25 UTC
Courteville empowers entrepreneurs in MSME roadshow
Twenty young entrepreneurs have been rewarded with N100,000 each during a Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises roadshow across three South Western states – Lagos, Oyo and Ogun states. This was according to a statement by the host, Dr Dipo Awojide, a Strategy, Change and Organisational Development Consultant, on Thursday. The statement noted that the roadshow focused on enhancing the knowledge, skills and confidence of young people who are looking to start a business or those looking to grow their existing business. It stated, “The overreaching aim of the MSME Roadshow was to enhance entrepreneurship, promote MSME development and help to create more jobs for young people across these states.”It added, “Courtesy of a donation by Dr Adebola Akindele, GMD, Courteville Plc, 20 young entrepreneurs went home with N100, 000 each to support their small business ventures. MSMEs remain critical drivers of sustained economic and social development across Nigeria.”The roadshow featured a number of speakers, such as Dr Adebola Akindele, GMD, Courteville Plc; Afolabi Imoukhuede, Lead, MCS Consulting; Victor Afolabi, Founder Eko Innovation; Ajayi Oluwatobi, Founder, Nord Motors; Ireayomide Oladunjoye, and others.
Source:Punch
August 18, 2023 13:50 UTC