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 …
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Niger coup leaders rebuff diplomatic overtures from AU, ECOWAS
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 …
Read More »Niger junta appoints new prime minister
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 …
Read More »Can a diabetic eat eba?
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 …
Read More »Palm nut soup reduces prostate cancer risk, supports brain and menopausal health
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 …
Read More »How long does it take before HIV can be detected through blood test
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. …
Read More »Medical Problems Eating Raw Eggs Can Help Manage
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”, …
Read More »Medical tests men and women in their 50s should go for
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 …
Read More »Best time to go to sleep at night for good health
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 …
Read More »Africa timber trade still stuck in the woods
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 …
Read More »Niger coup complicates routes for European airlines across Africa
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 …
Read More »Cape Town taxi strike: Two people killed, 3 injured and several roads blocked
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 …
Read More »Factors That Increase Women’s Risk Of Getting HIV
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 …
Read More »ECOWAS closes border with Niger Republic
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 …
Read More »University student nearly lynched after being mistaken for a thief
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 …
Read More »Former Ivory Coast President Konan Bedie is dead
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 …
Read More »Adisadel College saga: Case should’ve been settled out of court – Osei Owusu
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 …
Read More »How Does Daytime Sleeping Affect The Heart?
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 …
Read More »Church divided after Bishop allegedly sent nudes to his nephew’s wife
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, …
Read More »Russia to ease Africa’s debt burden, collaborate for development
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 …
Read More »15 companies owned by world’s richest Black billionaire, Aliko Dangote
Aliko Dangote, the world’s richest Black billionaire and founder of Dangote Group, has played a crucial role in shaping Africa’s business landscape and positioning Nigeria as one of the most industrialized countries on the continent. With diverse interests spanning various sectors in Nigeria and across Africa, Dangote’s expansive businesses under …
Read More »Niger soldiers claim power after president’s own guards reportedly seize him
Men in military fatigues claimed to have taken power in Niger after President Mohamed Bazoum was reportedly seized by members of the presidential guard on Wednesday, sparking international condemnation and renewed uncertainty in a volatile part of Africa beset by coups and militant extremism. In a video communique, a man …
Read More »Understanding Diabetes: Causes, types, and management
Diabetes is a chronic metabolic disorder characterized by elevated blood glucose levels resulting from when the pancreas does not produce enough insulin or when the body cannot effectively use the insulin it produces. Insulin is a hormone that regulates blood glucose. This condition can have severe implications for one’s health, …
Read More »Tension in Niger as soldiers blockade presidential palace, ministries
Reports have emerged of soldiers blockading the presidential palace and several ministries in Niger’s capital, Niamey. According to BBC reports, there were no shots fired during the incident, but the motive behind the blockade remains unclear. President Mohamed Bazoum is said to be in his residence with his family, while …
Read More »UK court orders ex-Nigeria governor’s lawyer to pay $36 million
A London court has issued a judgment compelling the lawyer of a former Nigerian governor to pay approximately $36 million (£28 million) for his role in aiding the concealment of illicit funds. Back in 2010, Bhadresh Gohil was found guilty of money laundering, linked to his assistance to the former …
Read More »Adisadel dismisses student over viral video of violent assault on junior
Adisadel College has announced the outright dismissal of a student captured in a viral tape violently assaulting a junior in a dormitory. A statement posted on the school’s Twitter account stated that the culprit, a final year student, will be outrightly dismissed and will only write his final exams with …
Read More »Nigerian jailed 10 years for attempt to smuggle cocaine into Ghana
A Nigerian national based in Brazil, Ernest Nnajuiba Ukechukwu, has been jailed 10 years by an Accra High Court. The judgement was handed down on 13 July 2023 when the court found him guilty for possession and attempted smuggling of cocaine weighing 16568.83 grams into Ghana. He was arrested in …
Read More »Thieves break into Aflao SHS, dismantle transformer, steal underground cables
Some unknown persons have broken into the premises of the Aflao Senior High School (SHS) and dismantled the electricity transformer that feeds the school with power and stolen some components in it. The hoodlums also dug out, cut off and made away with the underground cables to the transformer, leaving …
Read More »South Africa rocked by ‘earthquake-like’ gas explosion
The largest city in South Africa, Johannesburg, was hit by a massive gas explosion on Wednesday, July 19, 2023. Just like an earthquake, the gas explosion ripped streets apart, destroyed structures and left vehicles flying in the air. According to a BBC report, at least one person died as a …
Read More »Court blocks Mugabe ally from Zimbabwe polls
A Zimbabwean court has disqualified a former minister from challenging President Emmerson Mnangagwa in the August 23 election because he lives in exile. High Court judge David Mangota ruled on Wednesday that Saviour Kasukuwere, who has been living in South Africa since the 2017 coup that toppled former ruler Robert …
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