All professional and amateur competitions that were scheduled to take place between February 7 and February 12 have been postponed, according to a TFF announcement following the earthquake disaster. The TFF announcement is as follows: “Due to the earthquakes that took place in our country on February 6, 2023, a …
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Negative health effects of drinking too much alcohol
You won’t necessarily feel alcohol’s impact on your body right away, but it starts from the moment you take your first sip. If you drink, you’ve probably had some experience with alcohol’s effects, from the warm buzz that kicks in quickly to the not-so-pleasant wine headache, or the hangover that shows …
Read More »Twitter outage sees users told they are over daily tweet limit
Some Twitter users were unable to tweet on Wednesday after the website experienced technical problems. Account holders received a message saying: “You are over the daily limit for sending Tweets.” The outage-tracking website DownDetector reported the glitch at just before 22:00 GMT. Elon Musk has slashed Twitter’s workforce over the …
Read More »6 Food Items that Can Trigger Headaches
What foods do you eat? It’s a crucial question to ask yourself because the answer may provide insight into your health problems. For instance, certain foods may frequently result in headaches. Some foods appear to be healthy for the body, yet appearances and flavors can be deceiving. Your favorite cheese …
Read More »Signs That Indicate You Need To Go For STDs Test
Most s£xually transmitted diseases are spread when a person has s£x with someone who already has the disease. The Mayo Clinic says that some STDs aren’t too bad, but others could be very bad for your health if you don’t get rid of them. We’ll look at some of the most common signs and …
Read More »Everyday Habits That Can Put You At A Greater Risk Of Cervical Cancer As A Woman
Cancer of the cervix, the lower part of the uterus that opens into the vagina, is known as cervical cancer. Although it is the fourth most common cancer in women worldwide, it is one of the most preventable and treatable forms of the disease. This article will go over some …
Read More »Signs Your Sugar Level Is High And Foods You Should Eat
High blood sugar, also known as hyperglycemia, is a condition that occurs when the level of glucose in the bloodstream becomes too high. Elevated sugar levels can lead to serious health problems, including type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and stroke. Here are some signs that your sugar level is high: …
Read More »Don’t Use Our Health Facilities To Treat Gays With Leaking Pampers – Military Boss
He said this at his headquarters in Bwizibwera where he was handing over various projects to people living in Mbarara District. The deputy commander of Uganda’s land forces, Major General Francis Takirwa, has said that homosexuality in the country is unnatural, shameful and not okay. He also told people working …
Read More »Common Habits/Practices That Causes Breast Cancer In Women
Globally, according to WHO, breast cancer is the leading cause of cancer morbidity and mortality among women and has become a major cause for public health concern. Studies show that genetic mutations and damage to DNA can cause breast cancer development when the cells within the breast tissues grow uncontrollably and …
Read More »Common Bladder Problems in Men and How To Treat Them
According to Heathline, Bladder problems are a common occurrence in both men and women. In men, the most common bladder problems are urinary incontinence, urinary tract infections, and an enlarged prostate gland. The following provides an overview of these problems and discusses how they can be treated. Unintentional urine loss is …
Read More »Mauritius, the only African country ranked as a ‘full democracy’ – EIU report
The island nation of Mauritius is Africa’s only fully democratic country according to the 2022 Democracy Index, an annual report by the Economic Intelligence Unit (EIU). The country ranked ahead of France, Spain and South Korea on the list of full democracies which numbered 24 across the world. The Democracy …
Read More »24-year-old woman allegedly burning her cousin and boyfriend to death in suspected love triangle
A 24-year-old woman suspected to have set ablaze an apartment in Kampala, Uganda, killing two people has been charged in court and remanded to prison. Susan Kaitesi was arraigned before Nabweru Chief Magistrate?s Court and charged with two counts of murder and another count of arson. She?s accused of burning …
Read More »6 brain-boosting foods to add to your diet for sharp memory
What you eat has a significant impact on your body and health. Very few people, however, know that what you consume also affects your energy level, mood, and memory. A healthy well-balanced diet can do wonders for your brain health. Eating healthy foods encourages good blood flow to the brain. …
Read More »How to win elections in Nigeria!
To start with, election candidacy ought not to be an impromptu decision. For inspiration, we may have to turn to Western civilization for succour. After all, our social structures and institutions are patterned after theirs. In the United Kingdom, as in other saner climes, young men and women who participate …
Read More »At least 34 people killed in clashes in Somaliland
At least 34 people have been killed in fighting in Somalia’s northern breakaway region of Somaliland, two doctors at a public hospital in the town of Laascaanood say. Fighting broke out in eastern Somaliland on Monday morning between forces from the region, which declared its independence in 1991, and fighters …
Read More »Family of Thomas Sankara boycotts burial plans
The remains of late Burkina Faso President Thomas Sankara are to be buried where a memorial to him already stands, but his family is boycotting the ceremony and says the site is “inadequate for all the burden it contains”. “We believed and continue to believe that it is fundamental that a space …
Read More »40 Ejuraman SHS students injured after collapse of makeshift dining hall
About 40 students of the Ejuraman Senior High School in the Ashanti Region have sustained varying degrees of injuries following the collapse of a makeshift structure serving as a dining hall. The incident according to a report by Myjoyonline.com occurred on Monday, February 6, 2023, after a rainfall. The collapse …
Read More »‘I want to die’ – Hepatitis B patient recounts ordeal
With a protruding stomach and swollen feet, Yaa Adjeiwaa, sat on a bench in front of an uncompleted building, every morning, reminiscing her once vibrant life. She is forced to stay indoors and watch her life waste away. “I cry every night for death, I just want to die because …
Read More »Brainy but needy orphan gets sponsorship to study pharmacy at KNUST
The 19-year-old orphan science student who obtained 7As and B3 in West Africa Senior Secondary School Certificate (WASSCE) but ended up selling tomatoes and onions on the streets of Koforidua due to financial challenges has gained admission on sponsorship to pursue Doctor of Pharmacy program at Kwame Nkrumah University of …
Read More »Sankara to be reburied later this month
Burkina Faso’s transition government has announced that the remains of President Thomas Sankara and his 12 companions assassinated on 15 October 1987 will be reburied later this month, at the Thomas Sankara Memorial in the capital, Ouagadougou. This decision is the result of consultations within the Armed Forces, the families …
Read More »Military storms UDS City campus in Tamale after NEDCo staff held hostage for disconnection over GHS 447,000 debt
Armed military personnel on Thursday intervened in a standoff between staff of Northern Electricity Distribution Company (NEDCo) and some management of the University for Development Studies City Campus in Tamale. This occurred when personnel from the Northern Electricity Distribution Company disconnected the University over failure to settle years of debt, …
Read More »Meet the first African professor to have taught at the University of Ghana
He was Ghana’s Prime Minister from 1969 to 1972 and is credited with his efforts to restore civilian government to Ghana following military rule. Dr. Kofi Abrefa Busia achieved many strides in education which appeared to have been his first love before his full conversion into politics. In this piece, we explore …
Read More »Reasons behind sharp pain in men testicles
Are you aware that there are certain reasons why a man may feel sharp pain in his testicles? The balls are extremely significant organs in a man’s body since they promote or generate testosterone and also aid in the development and storage of sperm cells, therefore any changes in the …
Read More »Sugar’s Impact on Vaginal Health
Sugar consumption has a significant impact on vaginal health. Here are some of the ways sugar affects the female genitalia: Yeast Infections: According to Healthline, consuming large amounts of sugar can increase the growth of Candida albicans, a type of yeast that can cause vaginal yeast infections. Yeast thrives on sugar, and when …
Read More »Ladies: What It Means To Have A Tight Vagina
Accrding to Healthline, If you’re having pain during penetration, a “tight” vagina could be an indicator of a more serious problem. When you’re aroused, your vaginal muscles loosen up on their own. Your vagina won’t loosen, lubricate itself, or stretch if you aren’t in the mood for or physically able to …
Read More »People Who Will Likely Have Urine Odor And How To Stop It
Urine has a natural odor that is unique to everyone. From time to time, you may observe that your urine smells stronger than it usually does. You may not need to be anxious about this. But in some cases, having strong or usual urine odor could be a result of …
Read More »Man, 42, Arrested For Raping A Mad Woman
Laison Chitumbwi, 42, has been taken into custody on suspicion of raping his mentally ill neighbor. According to reports, the accused sneaks into the mad woman’s house whenever she is alone and rapes her. The accused’s arrest was confirmed by Investigator Luckmore Chakanza of the Harare Police Department, and the …
Read More »NHIA unhappy about reports of illegal fees being charged at healthcare facilities
The Upper East Regional Director of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA), Kasimu Abudulai, has bemoaned increasing reports of clients being asked to pay illegal charges when they visit healthcare facilities in the region. He said some members of the public in the region, who are beneficiaries of the National …
Read More »I set my wife ablaze because of hunger — Man tells Police
A 46-year-old man, Hassan Azeez has been arrested by men of Ogun State Police Command, for pouring petrol on his wife and setting her ablaze. The command spokesman, Abimbola Oyeyemi, in a statement issued in Abeokuta yesterday, said the suspect was arrested following a report lodged at Ibogun divisional headquarters …
Read More »Story of Fela’s smoking contest with Shabba Ranks resurfaces, netizens react
The reported smoking contest between legendary singers, Fela Anikulapo Kuti and Rexton Rawlston Fernando Gordon who is also known as Shaba Ranks has generated some reactions on social media. It was reported that in 1992 when Shabba Ranks came to Nigeria to perform at a concert, he decided to visit …
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