The heart is a vital organ that plays a crucial role in our overall well-being. It is responsible for pumping oxygen-rich blood to various parts of the body, ensuring proper functioning of all systems. However, many of us unknowingly make mistakes that can slowly damage our heart over time. In …

Disease prevention and cardiovascular health are two difficulties that affect a sizable percentage of the world’s population, and both can be helped by eating more vegetables. It has been reported that certain vegetables can help in the fight against heart disease, and I will inform you about these veggies according …

Diabetes, as defined by the World Health Organization, is a chronic metabolic ailment characterized by elevated blood sugar levels that can lead to severe damage to various organs over time. It’s a challenging condition to handle for many individuals. However, Emmanuel Adeyinka, an 87-year-old who has battled diabetes for nearly half …

Former militant leader, Asari Dokubo, has stated that if the government commissions him and his group of boys, they will go into Niger Republic and defeat the junta. In a video that has gone viral, Asari was seen boasting that he and his boys have everything it takes to defeat …

On Tuesday, 8th August 2023, the Deputy Chief Executive Officer of Middle Belt Development Authority visited various examination centres where candidates in the Kwadaso Constituency are writing the Basic Education Certificate Examination. At each centre, he donated branded pens to all the candidates and wished them good luck. While urging …

At least 27 people from sub-Saharan Africa have died in recent days after being expelled from Tunisia towards the Libya border and abandoned in the desert in relentless heat, according to Libyan authorities. Libyan border guards found the bodies “in the desert [in] a vast area to the south of …

The World Bank has suspended any future funding for projects in Uganda, citing human rights violations from the recent enactment of the anti-homosexuality law. A statement from the Bank says further funding is being frozen until authorities in Uganda provide adequate policy to protect minorities, including the lesbian, gay, bisexual, …

The Minister of Education, Dr Yaw Osei Adutwum, has instructed the Ghana Education Service (GES) to take disciplinary action against the headteacher of Buduatta DA Junior High School. This decision comes after allegations that the headteacher, Richard Ahunyagbe, misappropriated funds intended for the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE) registration of certain …

We Africans must know that every power pays homage to where it comes from and in every military rule the guns are more respected than citizens. In autocratic rule the interest of that one person is paramount than the interest of the citizens. In democracy, power belongs to the people, …

A British Airways (BA) flight was forced to return to the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) in Nairobi on Monday after being in the skies for two hours following the closure of Niger’s airspace by the junta on Sunday. The airline confirmed the incident saying that flight BA64, which left …

A group of 60 medical specialists from the US will land here on Saturday to undertake surgeries to patients risking disability from dislocated joints due to arthritis It is the courtesy of ‘Mama Samia Love’, an initiative by President Samia Suluhu Hassan to provide medical treatment to people in the …

Niger’s military government has rejected the latest diplomatic mission from African countries aimed at restoring constitutional order after a July 26 coup, resisting pressure from the United States and United Nations to come to the negotiating table. The African Union (AU) planned to send a joint mission with representatives of …

Niger’s military coup leaders led by General Abdourahmane Tchiani, have appointed Ali Mahaman Lamine Zeine a new Prime Minister for the country. According to a news report by asaaseradio.com, the announcement was made by the military leaders on the evening of Monday, August 7, 2023, through a statement broadcast on …

Gari(eba) and related products are cassava-derived staples in Nigerian and Ghanaian cuisine. While carbohydrate-rich, they are inexpensive and easily accessible sources of essential nutrients. The question most people with diabetes ask is whether they can eat eba. I herein explain in this article. Eba, diabetes and science One older human …

Prostate health is very important to men due to the many roles the prostate plays. Hence, there is a need to research local remedies and delicacies that could support the prostate. Most of these remedies are in our kitchen and farm. One such unexplored one is palm nut soup. Why …

HIV is an infection that weakens the immune system of its hosts. The final stage of immunodeficiency sickness is known as acquired immune deficiency syndrome (AIDS). HIV attacks the body’s immune system by destroying white blood cells. Diseases including tuberculosis, infections, and various forms of cancer are facilitated by this. …

Eating raw eggs can be a quick way to get a lot of protein. If you are consuming raw eggs, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) recommends using pasteurized eggs. These eggs have been heated up enough to kill the Salmonella bacteria that was potentially inside. According to WebMD”, …

Entering your 50s marks a crucial phase of life when health becomes a top priority. By undergoing regular medical tests, you can prevent potential health issues, catch diseases early, and ensure a healthier and more fulfilling life. According to WebMD, we will delve into the essential medical tests that both …

It is crucial to prioritise and safeguard your sleep on a daily basis, as getting less than seven hours of sleep on a consistent basis might put your health and safety at danger. QA aaa The importance of getting a good night’s sleep for your health cannot be overstated. It’s …

African foresters want a change in government policies to allow easier trade in timber, taking advantage of available forests and to weed out exploitative trade routes. They argue that archaic laws are, in fact, fuelling illegal harvesting and sale of trees which in turn cause losses to revenue agencies. This …

European carriers have reported disruptions and suspended flights across the African continent on Monday after Niger’s military government closed its airspace on Sunday. The military government is bracing for a response from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) after ignoring its deadline to reinstate the country’s ousted President …

Two people were shot in separate incidents during the taxi strike in Cape Town on Monday morning. Police spokesperson Brigadier Novela Potelwa said the first death occurred when a motorist fired shots at “assailants” who appeared to have been stoning vehicles. “An individual was shot dead and three others injured …

Although many people believe that mainly men get infected with HIV/AIDS, women are getting infected at a faster rate than men, especially in developing countries, and suffer more from the adverse impact of AIDS. As of mid-1996, the Joint UN Program on AIDS estimated that more than 10 million of …

West African power house Economic Community of West African States, (ECOWAS) has directed Nigeria in a show of support to the democratically-elected government of President Mohammed Bazoum to shut its border with Niger Republic following the military coup that ousted him. In a press statement to news men globally, the …

A male student of the University of Energy and Natural Resources (UENR) was nearly lynched by fellow students after being mistaken for a thief. According to Accra-based UTV’s Bono regional reporter, William Arthur, the victim, identified as William Thompson Jnr, a third-year BSC Information Technology student, was waiting for a …

The former president of Ivory Coast, Henri Konan Bedie, has passed away at the age of 89, according to a BBC report. Mr Bedie served as the country’s second head of state following the death of Felix Houphouet-Boigny in 1993. His presidency was marred by allegations of widespread corruption and …

First Deputy Speaker of Parliament, Joesph Osei-Owusu has expressed a contrary view over the prosecution of the culprit involved in the Adisadel College assault. The Deputy Speaker who was speaking at the 10th-anniversary celebration of Fettehman Senior High School suggests the matter could have been handled by the school’s authorities …

People who spend most of their time up at night tend to be drowsy during the day, and this is often encouraged. However, there are others who obtain a sufficient amount of sleep at night but who nap excessively during the day, a behaviour that has been linked to increased …

A Zimbabwean church is at the brink of splitting after its bishop allegedly sent n*de pictures and proposed love to his nephew’s wife. It was gathered that Bishop Lyphet Matenda Mugaviri of the Zion Christian Church Kumuka Kwavakafa Nhaudzashe asked for love from Olinda Mashavave, the wife of Lesly Mugaviri, …

The Russian Government is to allocate more than US$90 million as assistance to lower Africa’s debt burden. The aid, announced at the Second Summit of the Russia-Africa Economic and Humanitarian Forum, is to help the continent to tackle its debt issues. African countries’ debt issues before the East European giant …