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Story: THE CHRONICLES OF ADEKUNLE
THE CHRONICLES OF ADEKUNLE. This is the most thrilling story you will ever read. We all know about the story of Adekunle, the boy whose decision would change the whole world. This chronicles is the life history of Adekunle before he traveled to the world of the beyond. The story of Adekunle as written in the book "The Other Side " still remains the most thrilling adventure tale. The chronicles of Adekunle is a story that after you finish reading; you will not forget too quickly. Before I begin : PLEASE note that READER'S DISCRETION IS ADVICED. Start: What is Life? If it is not the beginning of a Journey. Who am I? That is the question we all ask ourselves, when it seems that life as we perceive it to be is not what we thought. What is my destiny? That is the reason we are all here. We have to find out. Long ago. Not that long ago but long enough to a period when the world still believes in spirits and technology hasn’t taken mu...
Two die as Kogi records 10 suspected cases of Lassa Fever
The Kogi State Government on Wednesday said it recorded 10 suspected cases of Lassa fever between January and May 2019. The Kogi State Commissioner for Health, Dr Saka Haruna disclosed this at a media briefing on flood, Lassa fever and other epidemic-prone diseases in Lokoja. Giving a breakdown of the outbreak, Dr Haruna disclosed that, out of the cases, four were tested positive. He noted that three were recorded in Ibaji Local Government area while the remaining one was in Ijumu LGA. The commissioner who spoke through the Special Adviser to the Governor on Health Matters, Dr Ahmed Attah confirmed the death of two persons. While explaining that efforts were already in place to curb the epidemic in the current rainy season, Dr Haruna maintained that the state government in collaboration with the Centre for Disease Control have doubled their efforts towards curtailing the epidemic in Kogi State. “One of the patients from Ijumu LGA tested positive and died on her w...
NAFDAC alerts Nigerians on fake cold caplets in circulation
The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) on Thursday alerted the public on the circulation of a fake mixagrip cold caplets in Gombe state. A statement issued by Prof Moji Adeyeye, Director General of NAFDAC in Abuja, said that the fake drugs were discovered during routine surveillance in Gombe metropolis. Adeyeye added that they were found to be without name and address of the manufacturer. “During routine surveillance in Gombe, NAFDAC discovered the circulation of fake mixagrip caplets. “The drugs were without the name and address of the manufacturer, instead, it was just written manufactured in India for Afrowell Exports Mumbai, India. “Other important features accompanying the pack include: Code No. -MH/DRUGS/MH/101063A; Batch No. – V18635; Manufacturing date – 10/2018 with Expiry date reading 09/2021,” Adeyeye disclosed. She explained that the genuine product was manufactured in Nigeria by Orange Kalbe Limited with address at 66...
FG warns Nigerians over use of calcium carbide to ripen fruits, food items
The Federal Competition and Consumer Protection Commission (FCCPC), formerly CPC, on Friday announced that it had received credible information that chemicals are used as forced and artificial ripening agents for fruits, vegetables, and other food items. It said of particular note is the use of calcium carbide to hasten the ripening of oranges and mangoes. Calcium carbide (CaC2) is a chemical compound containing arsenic and phosphorus, which have been scientifically proven to contain harmful carcinogenic properties that are harmful and capable of serious adverse effects and possible fatalities associated with consumption of food containing them. A statement signed by Babatunde Irukera, FCCPC Chief Executive, advised consumers, retailers, farmers, and others in the produce value and distribution chain to desist from the harmful practice and to be vigilant in order to prevent consumption of artificially ripened produce using CaC2. “The Commission is collaborating with o...
Poisoning Of OAU Dam, Act Of Genocide – Obafemi Awolowo University Management
The management of Obafemi Awolowo University (OAU), Ile-Ife, has described the poisoning of its dam by suspected hoodlums as an act of genocide against members of the institution. Recalls that some aggrieved indigenes of Ile-Ife, who claimed ownership of some portions of the university land, had on April 3 invaded the university and allegedly poisoned the institution’s dam with a chemical. Mr Abiodun Olanrewaju, the university’s Public Relation Officer, who conducted journalists round the disputed land and the dam within the school’s premises, on Wednesday, said the poisoning of the dam was genocidal. Olanrewaju said the chemical used in poisoning the dam, which was the only source of water for the university, killed all the aquatic animals in it.
SKIN CARE: 7 FORBIDEN THINGS YOU SHOULD’NT DO IF YOU HAVE ACNE
SKIN CARE: 7 FORBIDEN THINGS YOU SHOULD’NT DO IF YOU HAVE ACNE. 7 FORBIDEN THINGS YOU SHOULD’NT DO IF YOU HAVE ACNE. No one loves having acne. As much as we hate this, sadly, everyone has acne at some point in their lives. Acne comes in different forms; nodules, whiteheads, blackheads, etc. But one thing that is common with all types of acne is that it destroys our facial look. One thing is sure: You cannot have acne and act like it’s not there. Something has to be done about it. But you have to be careful not to do the wrong thing to avoid making things worse. Here is a list of things you should never do if you have acne 1. DON’T PICK AT YOUR SKIN It is normal that when you notice a tiny bump on your face, the next impulsive thing to do is touch it. You start picking at it or pinching it. All these only worsen the acne. In fact, the only time you are allowed to touch the acne is when you want to apply an anti-acne treatment. Apart from that, keep ...