Extended periods of screen time can strain your eyes, leading to discomfort and other issues. Here are three effective strategies to alleviate eye strain and promote eye health: 1. Practice the 20-20-20 Rule To combat eye strain, adhere to the 20-20-20 rule: This technique helps your eye muscles relax and reduces the effects of prolonged […]
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Why Pregnant Women Using Makeup Risk Hypertension: Insights from Gynaecologists
Pregnant women using certain personal care products may be at increased risk of developing hypertension, according to recent warnings from gynaecologists and maternal health experts. This new concern arises from research suggesting that chemicals commonly found in makeup and skincare products can contribute to high blood pressure during pregnancy. Key Findings Expert Opinions Recommendations for […]
Pregnant Women Exposed to Livestock Feed Risk Antibiotic Resistance in Babies
Recent research has highlighted a concerning link between pregnant women exposed to livestock feed and the risk of their babies developing antibiotic-resistant infections. The study, supported by Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, and other researchers, underscores the dangers associated with the presence of colistin—a potent antibiotic—in imported livestock feeds. Key Findings Expert Opinions Summary The study […]
12,000 APC Members Defect to PDP in Ondo State
In a significant political shift ahead of Ondo State’s governorship election, approximately 12,000 members of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) have defected to the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP). This development follows a recent defection of 29 aides and associates of former governor Dr. Olusegun Mimiko from the PDP to the APC. Welcome Address and […]
Abia State to Renovate 200 Health Centers, Recover Public School Assets
The Abia State Government has announced ambitious plans to overhaul 200 Primary Health Centers across the state by the end of this year. Governor Alex Otti’s administration is set to begin renovations in September, aiming for completion within 100 days. Renovation of Health Centers State Commissioner for Information, Okey Kanu, shared details of the initiative […]
SEC Unveils New Initiatives to Drive Capital Market Growth and Attract Listings
The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has introduced a series of new initiatives aimed at boosting activity in Nigeria’s capital market and aligning with the Federal Government’s goal of reaching a $1 trillion economy. At his first post-Capital Market Committee (CMC) press briefing in Lagos, Dr. Emomotimi Agama, the Director-General of SEC, outlined the commission’s […]
CISLAC and Transparency International Urge State Governors to Prioritize Due Diligence in Contracts
Civil Society Legislative Advocacy Centre (CISLAC) and Transparency International Nigeria (TI-Nigeria) have called on state governors to emphasize due diligence and legal consultations before entering into contract agreements. This call follows the recent seizure of three Nigerian presidential jets by a French court due to a contract dispute between the Ogun State Government and the […]
Agency Calls for Urgent Passage of Bill to Establish National Council for Public Assistance
Idealab Agency, a federal body focused on assisting smallholder farmers and micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs) with accessing intervention funds, has urged for the swift passage of a bill to establish the National Council for Public Assistance to Widows, Dependent Children, and Orphans. At a news conference held at the National Assembly on Monday, […]
National Assembly Clerk Reaffirms Dedication to Human Capacity Development
The Clerk of the National Assembly, Alhaji Sani Magaji Tambuwal, has reiterated his commitment to prioritizing human capacity development as part of his mission to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the National Assembly. Speaking at the opening of a four-day capacity-building program for National Assembly staff in Abuja on Monday, Tambuwal emphasized the importance […]
Oyo State Begins Compensation for Ajia Property Owners
The Oyo State Government has started compensating property owners affected by developmental projects in the Ajia Inukan LCDA, Ona Ara Local Government area. During a meeting with the claimants on Monday, the Commissioner for Lands, Housing, and Urban Development, Mr. Williams Akin-Funmilayo, disclosed that the government has earmarked N513,462,446.50 for compensation. The affected properties were […]