Tuesday, 28 February 2017

THE AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF OKRA



Okra which is otherwise referred to as bhindi or ladies fingers in some parts of the world is a flowering plant with seed pods and it has got a scientific name which is  Abelmoschus esculentus. With its increasing popularity in different parts of the world, okra is used in dishes as an ingredient in soup and as side dishes.

Tips to growing healthy teeth




    Maintaining healthy and beautiful teeth is essential if you must keep a smile free look, aside being cautioned to desist from eating sugar, there are other ways in which you can keep  your teeth healthy and beautiful, hence making healthy eating an ideal and essential tip to maintaining a perfect dentition.

You’ve got to consume healthy foods that are of a quality and maintain some consistency with them. Foods such as vegetables, legumes, fruits and nuts which contains anti-oxidants with the capacity to fight inflammation and bacteria in the body are necessary for consumption.others includes:

EASY TIPS TO HELP CUT DOWN ON A FAT BELLY



     You love to play football and you really enjoy the sport but whenever you score, you wish you could just pull off your shirt but Alas you have these embarrassing fat belly that won’t let you do so. In the case of women, they don’t feel too good when they put on dresses that will reveal there body a bit because they do not have a slim belly.

Its the main reason youths visits the gym to stay fit and cut down on some belly fat. Sometimes its even prescribed by the doctors to eat more food to enhance the body fat and all that but too much of it has some adverse effects on the body system.

keeping to ones fitness schedule, eating the right food will help too but one might one to reduce or cut down on the belly fat within 24 hours.

Not to worry because I have got some few tips or what i call shortcuts to help you with that.

The Voice Nigeria Winner, A’rese, Debuts Music Video


      Rising star A’rese released the visual to accompany her sultry single ‘UWE NO’ which features fast rising rapper, Ladi Poe.

Egypt parliament expels Member of Parliament



   Egypt's parliament has expelled an MP who was an outspoken critic of the government's human rights record.

Senate renames Benin Airport in honour of late Oba Erediauwa


   The local airport in Edo State, known as ‘Benin Airport’ is to be renamed ‘Oba Erediauwa Airport.
This was sequel to a motion moved on the floor of the Senate today by the Senator representing Edo South, Mathew Urhoghide and seconded by Senator Jeremiah Oseni  representing Plateau South.

Yekini Kazeem insists on home recordfor El Kanemi Warriors





   El Kanemi Warriors goalkeeper, YekiniKazeem says his side will uphold the Maiduguri Warriors’ home invincibility in the on-going top-flight against Sunshine Stars.

US Department of Justice drop long-standing opposition to a key aspect of Texas' voter ID law



    US Department of Justice has dropped its long-standing opposition to a key aspect of Texas' voter ID law.

Google Sues Uber Over Self-Driving Car




  Google and Uber who started off as partners are now rivals. These two opponents are in a serious legal battle to control the future of transportation.

The Google self-driving-car group, now called Waymo, accused Uber of using stolen technology to facilitate its own autonomous-car development.

Efe Ambrose returns to Celtic



  

    Nigerian defender Efe Ambrose has made a return to Scottish champions Celtic following the collapse of his move to English second tier side Blackburn Rovers.

MI Abaga unveils “The Love EP" artwork


  

     Chocolate City rapper and boss MI Abaga has disclosed the venue of his "Love" EP listening.
In association with The British Council, the Hip-Hop head is to hold the performance on Thursday, March 2, at the Amphi-theatre, Freedom Park, Lagos by 7pm, with an entry fee of N2,000.

Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly approve loan request of N1.9 billion to enable the state government pay its counterpart fund



   The Akwa Ibom State House of Assembly has approved a loan request of N1.9 billion to enable the state government pay its counterpart fund for the provision of infrastructure in public schools.

Federal Government to build gas industrial park in Niger Delta





    Following consultations with stakeholders in the Niger Delta region, Acting President Yemi Osinbajosays a plan to establish a gas industrial park valued at about $20billion in the region has begun.

Facebook commend Dr. Bukola Saraki, for opening up the activities of the 8th National Assembly through daily Facebook Live Video streaming



  

    World’s most popular social media platform, Facebook, is commending Nigeria’s Senate President, Dr. Bukola Saraki, for opening up the activities of the 8th National Assembly through various channels, especially the daily Facebook Live Video streaming of Senate plenary sittings.

SEE GOBE : Taxi Driver Welcomes a ‘Chinese’ Baby Boy With His Wife Who Works As A Maid In A Chinese Company


   A youthful couple in Lusaka, Zambia has welcomed a beautiful baby boy into their family.. Mr Fabio Phiri a Taxi Driver and his wife Priscilla Phiri a Maid at China Engineering and Construction limited have thanked God for blessing them with a beautiful baby boy .

I will not receive salary until workers are paid - Akeredolu

   
  

   The Ondo State Governor, Mr Rotimi Akeredolu has vowed that he would not collect any salary until the issue of the state workers salaries ‎were resolved.

Arms scam: Obanikoro’s wife loses Abuja mansion to FG

    Federal Capital Territory High Court, sitting in Jabi, Abuja, has ordered that Alhaja Moroophat Obanikoro, the wife of a former Minister of State for Defence, Senator Musiliu Obanikoro, should forfeit her property pending the outcome of investigations into her husband and children.

1984 Michael Jackson won a record of eight Grammy awards



      The 26th Annual Grammy Awards were held on February 28, 1984 at Shrine Auditorium, Los Angeles, and were broadcast live on American television. They recognized accomplishments by musicians from the year 1983. Michael Jackson won a record eight awards during the show.

Man Returns N900,000 Mistakenly Paid Into His Bank Account To EFCC

 

   The Commission stated this when Dr. Aliyu Usman Tilde, an academician, columnist and writer returned a draft of N900, 000.00, (Nine Hundred Thousand Naira Only), to the Gombe Zonal office of the EFCC. The amount was mistakenly paid into his account.

Senate Confirms Billionaire Wilbur Ross To Be President Trump’s Secretary Of Commerce

 

    The green light comes nearly three months after Trump first tapped the famed investor for his cabinet and four weeks after a Senate committee unanimously voted in favor of his nomination.

Marvin Boss Don Jazzy Pays N95,000 Tuition Fee For A Twitter User

 

    A Twitter user pleaded with him for financial assistance, telling him that he was about to be expelled from school for not paying his tuition fees. Don jazzy then replied the user asking how much the school fees is.

Niger state government to continue payment for students writing WAEC




   

   Following Governor Abubakar Bello’s threat to stop the payment of WAEC and National Examinations Council fees for students over poor academic performances, Fatima Madugu, the Commissioner for Education, is assuring that Niger state government will continue to pay fees for students writing the West African Senior School Certificate Examination, WAEC, in the state.

National Stadium, Surulere get face-lift




    To assess the level of work to be done at the National Stadium Surulere, Minister of Sports, Solomon Dalung and Governor Akinwunmi Ambode of Lagos State  are billed to go for inspection of the arena on Wednesday.

2face Idibia makes donation to refugees

 




     Nigerian music star, Innocent Idibia, popularly known as 2Face, has contributed 3.5 million Naira to the activities of the UN Refugee Agency.

Enugu state government tasks residents on anti-flooding measures



   As this year’s raining season approaches, Enugu State Waste Management Authority is urging residents to clean-up drainages in their neighbourhoods to avoid flooding.

Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority gets five directors



  
 

   Five new Directors and one General Manager for the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority, NCAA, have been appointed by the federal government. 

Military Pensioners receive identification cards



    Combo identification cards for military pensioners in Borno, Cross River, Ekiti, Katsina, Lagos, Osun, Yobe and Zamfara States are ready for collection from February 27 to March 3.

South Korea opposition seeks interim leader's impeachment



    Opposition parties in South Korea say they will seek the impeachment of the acting president, Hwang Kyo-ahn, over his decisions on the country's corruption scandal.

Monday, 27 February 2017

Iraqi forces take control of Mosul Bridge




   Iraqi military says it has retaken a bridge across the River Tigris in Mosul, after driving back Islamic State, IS, militants in the city's south-west.

Nigeria Wrestling Federation begins 2018 Commonwealth Games preparation



     The Nigeria Wrestling Federation, NWF says it is beginning preparations for the 2018 Commonwealth Games with a training tour in Finland for two of its female wrestlers.

National Youth Service Corp evolves new strategy to monitor corps members



   National Youth Service Corps , NYSC,  has begun evolvement of new strategy for effective monitoring of corps members in their places of primary assignments with a view to prevent sharp practices.

The movie Moonlight’ wins best picture at the Oscar’s




  

    African-American coming-of-age tale “Moonlight” won the Oscar for best picture beating favorite “La La Land” after an embarrassing onstage mistake over the announcement.

Gael Nofria makes new allegations about fraudulent party financing



   Gael Nofria former aide to the French far-right presidential candidate, Marine Le Pen, has made new allegations about fraudulent party financing.

Zlatan Ibrahimovic casts doubt on his Manchester United future despite EFL Cup-winning double at Wembley

The Swede scored a dramatic late goal to beat Southampton on Sunday


Zlatan Ibrahimovic has admitted he does not know if he will be at Manchester United next season.

The striker, whose 87th-minute goal sealed United a dramatic 3-2 EFL Cup final win over Southampton on Sunday, is out of contract at the end of this season.

Oscars 2017 Red Carpet Photos

   

    Stars came for the 2017 Oscars. From Taraji P Henson,Halle Berrry ,Charlize Theron Jessica Biel,Nicole Kidman,Dakota Johnson ,the red carpet was an endless display of awesome outfits.
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FIFA President to visit Ghana today on a one-day working visit



  

   FIFA President, Gianni Infantino will visit Ghana today on a one-day working visit that includes a meeting with the country’s President, Nana Akuffo-Addo

Indian army cancels recruitment exams after leak

    Indian army has cancelled recruitment exams in six centres in the west of the country after question papers were reportedly leaked.
Tests were scheduled across India but those at Kamptee, Nagpur, Ahmednagar, Ahmedabad, Goa and Kirkee have now been delayed.

Corporate Affairs Commission reduces business registration to 60 days



   Time-frame in registering businesses in Nigeria is being made easier, as Corporate Affairs Commission, CAC, has reduced the required number of forms from seven to one.

Nigeria Football Federation holds mandatory emergency meeting

   A mandatory emergency meeting with the executive board members of the Nigeria Football Federation to discuss the position of Nigeria with regards to the March 16 election into the Executive Committee of CAF.

Photos- 2 Chinese arrested,company sealed over importation of fake and substandard tyres worth N5bn

 

  Two Chinese have been arrested for their involvement in the importation of fake and substandard tyres worth N5 billion into the country

Complete Nominee List; Vodafone Ghana Music Awards 2017

  

   The 2017 edition of the Vodafone Ghana Music Awards is here again and have announced this year’s nominees at the exquisite Kempinski Gold Coast Hotel in Accra.

     This years event would not only be celebrating Ghana’s music but also it’s 60 years of independence as the event is tagged “CELEBRATING 60-years of GH MUSIC”.

See complete list below;

Man Utd Beat Southampton 3-2 To Clinch EFL Cup

   

   Zlatan Ibrahimovic's late winner secured the EFL Cup and gave Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho his first cup since his summer appointment, as brave Southampton were beaten at Wembley. The English Football League Cup is now in the coffers of United. FYI, it was called the FA Cup before it was changed to EFL. 

Kaduna State Pension Bureau to commence payment of pension benefits of 2017 retirees on Tuesday

    Kaduna State Pension Bureau, is set to commence payment of pension benefits of 2017 retirees on Tuesday.

Ukraine conflict: US condemns threat to Russian monitors

    The US state department has condemned an incident in eastern Ukraine where pro-Russian rebels held civilian monitors at gunpoint.

Bayelsa State Governor task beneficiaries of his scholarship scheme on hard work and excellence

   Bayelsa State Governor, Seriake Dickson, has tasked beneficiaries of his scholarship scheme on hard work and excellence.

Acting President Yem iOsinbajo congratulate Shehu Shagari, on his 92nd birthday



   

   Acting President Yemi Osinbajo,has congratulated former President and elder statesman, Shehu Shagari, on his 92nd birthday.

Nigerian Army emerge overall winner of the 2017 National Open Boxing Championship

  
  
    The Nigerian Army has emerged the overall winner of the 2017 National Open Boxing Championship.

FG makes major review of the visa processes for foreigners



     A major review of the visa processes for foreigners who wish to visit Nigeria for business and tourism purposes has been made by the Federal Government.

Governor of Ebonyi State elected as the Chairman of South-East Governors’ Forum


   Governor Dave Umahi of Ebonyi State has been elected as the Chairman of South-East Governors’ Forum, journalists report.

Sunday, 26 February 2017

Governor Akeredolu assures Sunshine Stars over entitlements




   Players and officials of Sunshine Stars have received reassurances from the Executive Governor of Ondo State, OlurotimiAkeredolu, over the outstanding financial entitlements due to them.

Governor Obaseki commends Federal Government for releasing intervention fund




   Governor  of Edo State, Godwin Obaseki  has commended the Federal Government for releasing 1.5 million dollars “Save a Million lives” intervention fund to the state, noting that the fund, geared towards improving maternal and child health, would be well-spent.

Federal Government mandates Agencies to Aid Export Promotion



    In a bid to boost export trade and foreign earnings, the Federal Government has mandated the Nigerian Investment Promotion Commission and the Presidential Enabling Business Environment Council to join  the existing export agencies.

Federal Government to curb the growing menace of kidnapping

    A fresh initiative by the Federal Government to curb the growing menace of kidnapping across the country is on the way.

Australia and Indonesia restore full military ties



    Australia and Indonesia have restored full military ties less than two months after Indonesia suspended co-operation overthe offensive teaching material found at an Australian base.

TIPS TO PREVENTING BAD BREATH



     Our mouth is a vital part of our body; it is a storehouse for the teeth and tongue and a passage for food, taking care of the mouth is really important. Bad breath stems from various factors that include gum problems, digestive problems and improper teeth brushing.

Halitosis affects family relationships and it can result in a certain degree of isolation from friends and families. Nevertheless, here are some easy tips to combating with halitosis.

5 Reasons You Should Not Stop Working Out

                                                          

Consistency is the key

   We’ve all been through it. You work out regularly for months or even years, then one day, you have an incident. You’re injured, and thus unable to continue your workout for a few days. After a while, your injury heals but you, for one reason or another are unable to continue your routine and you stop working out or you just keep pushing your resumption forward.

This adorable throwback photo of Uti Nwachukwu




Uti Nwachukwu shared this photo of himself as a baby .

Kano To Conduct Mass Wedding For 1520 Couples Today



     The Kano State Government yesterday said it had concluded plans for the mass wedding of 1,520 prospective couples scheduled to hold today, February 26, 2017.

Edo Speaker escapes assassination

   Speaker of Edo State House of Assembly, Mr Justin Okonoboh, Friday evening escaped an assassination attempt in Igueben Local Government Area of the state.

Saturday, 25 February 2017

Mexico warns US over border wall funding






    Mexico has warned the US against imposing a unilateral tax on Mexican imports to finance a border wall, saying it could respond in kind.

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa challenge political office holders to use their positions to make the country better



  

    Governor Ifeanyi  Okowa has challenged political office holders to use their positions to make the country better.

International donors promise to give over 200 billion Naira to help prevent famine to Northeast Nigeria and the Lake Chad




   Efforts to return normalcy to Northeast Nigeria and the Lake Chad region received a boost yesterday, after international donors promised to give over 200 billion Naira to help prevent famine.

Shaqiri returns for Stoke ahead of Spurs



    Stoke City midfielder Xherdan Shaqiri is back to full fitness ahead of his team's Premier League trip to Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday while defender Geoff Cameron is also back in contention after a long injury layoff, manager Mark Hughes has said.

‘Mr And Mrs Revolution’ Set For Release



    
   The award-winning 2011/2012 movie ‘Mr. and Mrs.’ Is set to make a come- back with the title, ‘Mr and Mrs Revolution’.

FG Appoints 3 New Directors, General Manager For FAAN

 




   The Federal Government has appointed three new Directors and a General Manager for the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN). A statement signed by FAAN’s Acting General Manager, Mr Henrietta Yakubu, disclosed this on Friday in Abuja.

US President, Trump Bans New York Times, CNN, LAT From Briefing

  
    US President, Donald Trump have really beaten more than he can chew this time as he barred New York Times, CNN and other media outfits from attending Friday White House briefing, citing an escalation in the relationship between the media and the young Trump administration.

Frozen chicken not good for consumption- FG tells Nigerians

  

   Nigerians have been warned by the Federal Government against the consumption of frozen chicken as such process chicken causes kidney and other diseases.

FG Sacks Directors Of NCAA

 

  All 10 directors at the Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) have been removed on the orders of the Federal Government.

Friday, 24 February 2017

How to handle quarrels & conflicts in marriage


How to handle quarrels & conflicts in marriage (Lk. 17:1-4, Col. 3:18-19).

What is conflict? To some people it means battleground & warfare. In Webster’s dictionary, it means disagreement, emotional tension resulting from incompatible minor needs of life. Two partners in a relationship can have conflict & the following are reasons for it:

HEALTH BENEFITS OF A MANGO




  You never know the benefits attached to the consumption of a fruit as yummy as a Mango  until you bite into its succulent skin and  enjoy the luscious taste that accompanies every bite.

Here are the amazing benefits to enjoy when you include Mangoes in your diet regularly.

THINGS TO KNOW ABOUT YOUR KIDS AND SUGAR





RECOMMENDATIONS OF SUGAR ACCORDING TO SOME ORGANIZATIONS

    According to American Heart Association Kids should have 6 teaspoons or less of added sugar a day, This is the same recommendation that the organization recommend for adult women, its applicable to all children between ages 2 and 18.

Nigeria to partner with Ghana for 40th anniversary of FESTAC



  

   Nigeria will collaborate with Ghana to celebrate the forthcoming 40th anniversary of the second world Festival of Black African Arts and Culture, FESTAC, amid pomp and funfare.

136 diplomats and relatives seek Germany asylum



   Germany says it has received 136 asylum requests from Turks holding diplomatic passports since the July coup attempt against the Turkish president.

Music star Rihanna named Harvard humanitarian of the year

 

   Rihanna has been named Harvard University’s Humanitarian of the Year. The singer is set to collect the prize on Harvard's campus next week in honour of her philanthropic endeavours in her native country of Barbados and beyond.

CAF Election: NFF drums fresh support for Pinnick



   The nation’s soccer governing body, NFF yesterday reechoed her support for Amaju Pinnick, the youthful president of the soccer federation, who is vying for a place on the executive board of Confederation of African Football, CAF.

Air Peace to start flight operations from Lagos to Abuja and Sokoto on March 1

   Air Peace, one of Nigeria’s domestic airlines, is to start flight operations from Lagos to Abuja and Sokoto on March 1.

Governor Ifeanyi Okowa urge teachers to inculcate high moral standards in children

  




    TO ensure a better future for Nigeria, Governor Ifeanyi Okowa has urged teachers to inculcate high moral standards in children for the future of the nation.

Rotimi Akeredolu sworn in as governor of Ondo



  
   Ondo state is in a celebration mood today, following the swearing in of Rotimi Akeredolu as the governor of the state.

PHOTOS- Seyi Shay unveiled as Gionee brand ambassador


   

   Seyi shay will be the face of Gionee at celebration sand promotional events, trade displays, exhibitions and launch of new Gionee phone models into the Nigeria mobile phone market.The choice of her was because of  her success over the years in the Nigeria music industry and for being an inspiration to millions of Nigerians.
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PHOTOS- 2Baba Shares Throwback Picture Of Him & Kcee


    Back in the days of these two young stars..................Nice

NYSC acquire 35 hectares of land for building of Skill Acquisition centre in Issele-Uku, Delta State


    In line with its Skill Acquisition and Entrepreneurship Development, SAED, National Youths Service Corps, NYSC, has acquired 35 hectares of land for the building of a Skill Acquisition centre in Issele-Uku, Delta State.

Donald Trump to expand its nuclear arsenal

 
  U. S President, Donald Trump, wants the United States to expand its nuclear arsenal, in his first comments on the issue since taking office.

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