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Dr Nusirat Elelu, the Executive Secretary of the Kwara State Primary Healthcare Development Agency, stated this during a meeting of the State Task Force on Immunisation on Monday in Ilorin, adding that the patients had already been isolated. She explained that one of the viruses was classified as an orphan virus, noting that “this has placed Kwara among high-risk areas. An orphan virus is a virus that is not associated with a disease but may possess pathogenicity.’’ According to her, two rounds of targeted Local Response Immunisation were conducted as an outbreak response. She explained that “the agency has introduced…

Lady narrates how her boyfriend who has a health condition landed in the hospital after she broke up with him. According to the lady known as @The_Barr_OluT she once dated a guy who had a high blood pressure. Lady. She noted that during their relationship, whenever they had a fight, he would often complain about chest pain. When she finally decided to end things with him, she was shocked to hear that he was in a coma. The lady however noted that he survived the incident, thankfully. Her words … “I once dated someone with blood pressure issues. Like really…

This statement comes amid the controversy surrounding Alex Ikwechegh, a House of Representatives member, accused of assaulting a Bolt driver in Abuja. According to reports, the altercation arose when Abuwatseya asked the lawmaker to collect a snail delivery from his vehicle. The demand reportedly enraged Ikwechegh, who considered the request disrespectful, repeatedly reminding the driver of his social status and threatening serious consequences. “Do you know who I am? I can make this man disappear from the whole of Nigeria, and nothing will happen,” Ikwechegh allegedly stated in the video, adding, “I am not going to call my policemen to…

Manchester City star Rodri Hernandez made history on Monday night, becoming the 2024 Ballon d’Or winner. The Spanish midfielder edged out favoured Real Madrid duo Vinicius Junior and Jude Bellingham to the prestigious award. His role going 74 consecutive games unbeaten, helped City win the Premier League last season. His brilliance also inspired Spain to win the Euro 2024, beating England in the final. Rodri wins the Ballon d’Or 2024 – Getty image He played six out of seven games for the Spanish team in the competition. In consolation, Real Madrid were named the Men’s Club of the Year, and…

The Federal Capital Territory (FCT) Police Command confirmed the arrest of an Abia State lawmaker, Alex Mascot Ikwechegh, for allegedly assaulting a Bolt driver. The police statement, issued by spokesperson Josephine Adeh, reveals that Ikwechegh is currently under interrogation at Maitama Police Station. The altercation reportedly began when Bolt driver Stephen Abuwatseya, was delivering a package to Ikwechegh. According to the police, “Preliminary investigations indicate that Mr. Abuwatseya was delivering a package to Hon. Ikwechegh when a dispute arose concerning the method of delivery. During this altercation, Mr. Abuwatseya was reportedly physically assaulted.” Further highlighting the lawmaker’s dismissive attitude, police…

But did you know there are more varieties of rice than just the common white and brown types? Each type of rice has its own unique taste, colour, and nutritional benefits. Here’s a look at six kinds of rice you might not know about: 1. Purple rice Purple rice gets its deep, rich colour from antioxidants called anthocyanins, which are also found in berries. This rice is slightly chewy and is packed with fibre, iron, and vitamin E, which can support heart health and reduce inflammation. Its high antioxidant content can also help protect cells from damage, making it one…

Famous musician, KCee drags Flavour for refering to him as a copycat after he released a song that is rumoured to be similar to Flavour’s hit track. The drama had started when KCee released his new song, which some fans opined to be similar to Flavour’s ‘Doings’. KCee. Following this Flavour had taken to his Twitter page to throw a slight shade as he spoke about someone copying too much. “Copy copy akaria,” he lamented. Although Flavour hadn’t mentioned any names, KCee took to his X page to throw heavy shades at Flavor. Flavour. He noted that the style of…

Justice Inyang Ekwo granted the application after it was moved by Saraki’s counsel, Tunde Afe-Babalola, SAN, and was not opposed by the defence lawyers. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Justice Ekwo had, on January 25, struck out the two suits filed by Saraki against the anti-graft agency and others for lack of diligent prosecution. The ex-Senate president had filed the suits marked: FHC/ABJ/CS/507/2019 and FHC/ABJ/CS/508/2019 at the FHC on May 10, 2019. In the suits, the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF), Inspector-General (I-G) of Police and State Security Service (SSS) are 1st to 3rd defendants respectively. Others…

A 2019 study highlighted that the risk of bloodstream infection increases more than seven times for patients who do not receive antibiotics promptly after consulting a doctor for a UTI. Because leggings fit snugly against the crotch, friction can occur around the urethra during exercise. As sweat builds, this moisture becomes trapped, creating an ideal environment for bacterial growth. Post-workout activewear, often made from synthetic materials like nylon, isn’t breathable, which harbours bacteria that can travel up the urethra, the tube that carries urine out of the body. This is especially true if bacteria from the rectum or vagina spread…

The minister of Works, Engr. David Umahi has revealed that the pressure on Naira in the foreign exchange market, coupled with the removal of the fuel subsidy, has significantly impacted the federal government’s earlier projections regarding the funding needed to complete inherited ongoing road projects across the nation. These economic challenges have led to increased costs and budgetary constraints, making it more difficult for the government to allocate sufficient resources for these critical infrastructure developments. David Umahi According to Umahi, the government may need to reassess its financial strategies and seek alternative funding sources to ensure that these vital road…