You are born for a purpose (II)
We saw that if your life will count you must understand you are born for a purpose. “Having a purpose is the difference between making a living and making a life. Your life has meaning and it’s in living out God’s purpose that your highest fulfilment will be found. “Your purpose becomes your inner motivator, turning on the ignition switch in your brain to transcend the noise in your life and focus on what matters most.” – Victor StrecherBeloved, for your life to count you must live for purpose, live on purpose and live with purpose. “I am here for a purpose and that purpose is to grow into a mountain, not to shrink to a grain of sand.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 07, 2022 20:40 UTC
7 things to consider while choosing a new school for your children
7 things to consider while choosing a new school for your childrenEducation is one of the best gifts you can ever give to your child. What exactly do you need to consider while choosing a school for your children? School feesConsidering Nigeria’s economic situation, it is very essential to analyze the area of school fees properly. LocationThis is another important factor to consider while choosing a school for your children. Level of disciplineWhile choosing a school, choose a school with a proper and normal level of discipline.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 07, 2022 02:42 UTC
8 ways to boost your sales as a business owner
This article will give you insight on how to boost your sales and growth. Know your customersTo boost your sales, you must know your customers intimately. This is why you should give your best while rendering services to your existing customers. Give out premium giftsAdding free gifts to your products while sending them out to your customers helps boost sales. It attracts more new customers and also maximizes the number of existing customers.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 07, 2022 02:27 UTC
When to test for covid
I was recently exposed to my roommate who was later diagnosed with COVID-19 infection. Although I don’t have any complaints, I want to know if it is necessary for me to go for a COVID test. People can also greatly reduce their risk of transmitting the virus by assuming they are positive until they have a negative test. They can also self-isolate even with a negative test if they develop any symptoms. You might be surprised that these little efforts can go a long way in helping you build a better and outstanding relationship…Edo Police to investigate
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 06, 2022 18:23 UTC
Misconduct: Board suspends radiographer for 2 years
1 The Disciplinary Committee of the Radiographers Registration Board of Nigeria (RRBN), has suspended one Dr Anthony Ugwu, for two years over alleged professional misconduct. 4 The Registrar said the board heard and determined a case against Ugwu, who was found guilty of contravening the code of conduct. 7 The registrar said that Ugwu was also ordered by the disciplinary committee to pay N1million to offset the incidentals incurred by the board. 8 He said that Ugwu refused to honour invitations by the Investigative Panel and Disciplinary Committee of the board and had allegedly posted several derogatory remarks about the board to a fellow senior colleague. 9 Okeji said Ugwu also had circulated an official letter of the board not addressed to him on the social media.
Source:The Guardian
August 06, 2022 15:43 UTC
Children risk malnutrition with open defecation
OPEN defecation is the human practice of defecating outside (in the open) rather than into a toilet. Lack of sanitation, and particularly open defecation contributes to the incidence of many waterborne diseases. She spoke at the one-day media dialogue on the launch of open defecation free (ODF) Roadmap in Oyo State, in Ibadan. Dr Babatunde Ogunbosin, a consultant paediatrician at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan stated “open defecation has a lot to do with diarrhoea diseases. Howbeit, the Chairman of RUWASSA, Mr Najim Omirinde said that the open defecation campaign to start in the state will jumpstart Oyo state’s journey towards ending open defecation while it also stops children from being affected by the negative impact of the exercise.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 06, 2022 06:24 UTC
What causes hunchback?
If not, I want to know what can make someone have a hunchback and how to treat such cases. Some people can be born with the problem (Congenital) due to a problem with the bone, muscles or ligaments. An infection such as Tuberculosis can also cause Kyphosis especially at very a young age. The degeneration of the disks between the Vertebrae in old age can lead to the collapse of the spine and kyphosis. The treatment of Kyphosis is dependent on the cause and ranges from medications, physiotherapy to surgery.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 06, 2022 05:48 UTC
The Heat: Lebanon at a crossroads
More than 200 people were killed – thousands wounded. Two years later, the emotional toll on the families lingers, while the case remains unsolved. We spoke with Lebanese Minister of Foreign Affairs and Emigrants Abdallah Bou Habib. He’s currently a non-resident Senior Fellow at the Atlantic Council and Arab Center in Washington, DC. Nadim Mohsen is a political commentator and lecturer at Lebanese American University where he focuses on philosophy and cultural studies.
Source:The Guardian
August 05, 2022 22:50 UTC
Mádé Kuti promotes peace in new release, ‘No more wars’
Grammy nominee and Africa’s rising Afrobeat singer, Mádé Kuti, has released a brand new single (via Partisan Records) off his forthcoming album. ‘No more Wars’ marks the young Mádé Kuti’s first musical release after the completion of the tour of U.S. with his dad, Femi Kuti and the Positive Force. ‘No more Wars’ was composed, arranged and authored by Mádé Kuti. Speaking on the release of “No more wars,” Mádé explains: “‘No More Wars’ is entirely about temper, control, and focus. With the release of this single and his forthcoming album, Mádé Kuti is set to once again remind Nigerians and his international audience of his lyrical prowess, vocal dexterity, and multi-instrumental abilities.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 05, 2022 16:59 UTC
Police train 324 personnel in IED technique
IGP Alkali spoke at the Police Mobile Force Training College, Ende Hills in Nasarawa Eggon Local Government Area of Nasarawa State on Thursday, during the graduation ceremony of 324 police personnel who were trained in Explosive Ordinance Disposal – Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear technique. He explained that the 324 personnel who are attached to the EOD-CBRN Command of the Nigeria Police Force, were trained to effectively perform Improved Explosive Devices disposal. While urging the 324 newly trained personnel to work closely with other security agencies in order to swiftly tackle crime in the country, CP Shettima warned the personnel against engaging in corrupt practices adding that, anyone found wanting will be sanctioned according to the laid down laws. “In view of the current security challenges, I urge you all to have a cordial working relationship with other security agencies at all times. The Nigeria Police Force had on July 7th, 2022, graduated 192 personnel who were also trained in Explosive Ordinance Disposal – Chemical Biological Radiological Nuclear technique, at the same training college in Nasarawa state.
Source:Punch
August 05, 2022 09:36 UTC
Lagos completes 2022 hajj operation
THE Lagos State government, on Wednesday, completed the 2022 hajj operation with the arrival of the last batch of pilgrims from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The state pilgrims had begun their journey back home after the completion of the hajj rites with the first batch of 430 pilgrims on Sunday, July 17, 2022. The fifth batch with 10 pilgrims returned on Sunday, July 31, 2022 while the sixth and final batch of 36 pilgrims arrived on Wednesday, August 3. They also appreciated the Amir-ul-Hajj and Commissioner for Home Affairs, Prince Anofiu Elegushi, the chairman and other officials of the welfare board for ensuring that they were comfortable in the holy land. They commended the state government for its stride and expressed the hope that the state would sustain its status in hajj operation.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 05, 2022 09:30 UTC
Anambra headquarters of gully erosion in Africa
An environmental expert and Head, Climate Change Education and Action Programme, Elochukwu Ezenekwe, has said that Anambra State remains the worst hit by climate change in Africa. Ezenekwe also stated that Anambra had suffered the worst damage from climate change impacts in Nigeria and sub-Saharan Africa. While calling for an urgent need to declare a climate change emergency, he said Anambra State is suffering from flooding and is also the headquarters of gully erosion in Africa. He said, “Climate change hits us in Africa through various extreme weather and climate-related events that include drought, flooding and gully erosion. “But for gully erosion, the damage is comprehensive and total.
Source:Punch
August 05, 2022 01:00 UTC
FG, Google collaborate to tackle hate speech, disinformation on YouTube channels
The Federal Government and Google are collaborating to curb the excesses of subversive YouTube channels which are used to spread hate and disinformation against the country. “We want Google to look into how to tackle the use of private and unlisted YouTube channels and YouTube live streams by proscribed groups and terrorist organizations. Channels and emails containing names of proscribed groups and their affiliates should not be allowed on Google platforms,” he said. The Minister however observed that those platforms are also used by unscrupulous persons or groups for subversive and nefarious activities. Alhaji Mohammed said the Federal Nigerian Government recently proposed a “Code of Practice for Interactive Computer Service Platforms/ Internet Intermediaries” in an attempt to provide a framework for collaboratively protecting Nigerian users of Internet platforms.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 05, 2022 00:13 UTC
Zoe Newson takes gold in para powerlifting as late Nigerian duo are disqualified
Nigeria’s perfect para powerlifting Commonwealth Games record was ended when two of their athletes were disqualified for turning up late for an event won by England’s Zoe Newson. Tokyo Paralympic champion Latifat Tijani and Onyinyechi Mark were among the favourites to win women’s lightweight gold at Birmingham 2022. Zoe Newson (right) celebrates her para powerlifting gold medal with silver medallist and England teammate Olivia Broome (right) at the 2022 Commonwealth Games (Bradley Collyer/PA)“You have to trust your own people when they tell you this, and this is not the first time. It was an English one-two in the Women's Lightweight Para Powerlifting Final. “I think I found out they had been disqualified about half an hour before the start,” said Newson, 30, who won Commonwealth bronze on the Gold Coast four years ago.
Source:The Guardian
August 04, 2022 18:33 UTC
China fires missiles near Taiwan after Pelosi visit
Taiwan said China launched 11 ballistic missiles into waters around Taiwan’s north-east and south-west coasts. (BBC)Japan said five Chinese missiles landed in its waters as well, calling for an “immediate stop” to the exercises. China saw the visit, by the US house speaker Mrs Pelosi, as a challenge to its claims of sovereignty over Taiwan. China and Taiwan: A really simple guideWhat is the ‘One China’ policy? Taiwan’s ministry of foreign affairs accused China of “following the example of North Korea in wilfully test-firing missiles into waters near other countries”.
Source:Nigerian Tribune
August 04, 2022 16:55 UTC