Day: September 28, 2021

APPOINTMENT : Oyo State Muslim Community commends Makinde on religious equity

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The Muslim Community of Oyo State has commended the Oyo State Governor Engr. Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde on the religious balancing of his newly reconstituted Cabinet,”This is the ‘Omoluabi’ spirit. A statement jointly signed by Chairman,Alhaji Ishaq Kunle Sanni and Secretary-General,Alhaji Murisiku Abidemi Siyanbade said; “We had earlier complained to His Excellency, the Governor on: (i) persecution and oppression of Muslims by the Christian Management at TESCOM and by some School Principals; …

Gov Sule flags off free medical outreach for 6000 patients, 300 surgeries

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Nasarawa State Governor, Engineer Abdullahi Sule, has flagged off a mega free medical outreach that will provide free medical care for 6000 patients, with medical doctors to undertake over 300 surgeries.   Engineer Sule flagged off the outreach at a ceremony that held at the premises of the Dalhatu Araf Specialists Hospital (DASH), in Lafia, on Tuesday. The medical outreach, which is been carried out as part of activities marking the 25th anniversary of the creation of Nasarawa State, is in conjunction with the Doctors on the Move Africa (DOTMA),…

These 5 Foods Can Increase Your Risk Of Developing Cancerous Cells

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The proverbial saying, “You are what you eat” holds great relevance when you are looking to improve your health condition and switching to clean eating habits. If you eat healthily, you will automatically feel energetic and fit. But if the food on your plate is high in trans fat and refined products, then sluggishness and health problems are inevitable.   Unhealthy eating habits and poor food choices can lead to myriad liver, kidney and heart-related diseases. While some can be treated if detected on time, others like cancer can turn…

5 ways you can control your blood pressure

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High blood pressure or hypertension is a dangerous condition that affects millions of people across the globe. It is a state in which the blood pressure against the wall of arteries rises to a dangerous level, which over time can damage the heart and give way to heart problems like stroke and heart attack. Once detected, the condition should not be left untreated, else it can turn fatal. Luckily, there are numerous ways to control the blood pressure level. Medication is just one way, and others are natural remedies that…

Buhari approves 159 new radio, television stations

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President Muhammadu Buhari has approved the establishment of 159 new radio and television stations in Nigeria. This was disclosed in a release signed by the Director-General, National Broadcasting Commission (NBC), Balarabe Ilelah, on Tuesday. “Following the approval granted by the president, NBC has released the list of 159 licenses granted to companies, communities and institutions of higher learning. “The commission was established by the NBC ACT, Cap. N11, Laws of the Federation 2004 with the mandate to regulate and control broadcasting in Nigeria. “Today, there are a total of 625…

Historical Society of Nigeria honours COAS, others

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The Historical Society of Nigeria (HSON) today Tuesday 28th September 2021 conferred Honourary Award of Associate Fellow of Historical Society of Nigeria (AFHSN) on the Chief of Army Staff( COAS) Lt. General Faruk Yahaya for his outstanding leadership of the Nigerian Army. The ceremony which took place at the Nigerian Army Resource Centre (NARC) Asokoro Abuja also had the Commandant Nigerian Defence Academy (NDA), Major General Ibrahim Manu Yusuf and the Director General NARC, Major General Garba Wahab(rtd) as co-recipients. Speaking at the event, the Acting President HSON, Professor Okpeh…

REDAN urges FCTA to provide land for affordable housing

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The Real Estate Developers Association of Nigeria (REDAN) has urged the Federal Capital Development Administration (FCTA) to emulate other states by providing lands for affordable housing in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The move according to REDAN will help reduce the housing deficit in the country. At the moment Lagos, Ogun Bauchi States amongst others have provided land for shelter Afrique 6000 housing initiative which is meant to provide 1000 houses per geopolitical zone in the country via the REDAN RUHI 774 in collaboration with Family Home Fund. The Chairman…

Oyo Govt celebrates 2021 World Tourism Day with Mountaineering

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The Oyo State Government joined the rest of the world for the celebration of the World Tourism Day (WTD) on Monday, September 27, 2021.   Following this established practice, the Pacesetter State played host to stakeholders in the tourism sector at the popular 246 steps Ado-Awaye Hills, Iseyin Local Government, Iseyin.   The Oyo State Governor, Engr. Seyi Makinde seized the occasion to call on investors to join the State Government in promoting Tourism in the State.   He stressed that tourism remained a viable alternative to oil and other…

Oyo Guber Hopeful,Adeduntan congratulates Adelabu@ 51

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The Osi Basorun of Ibadanland and 2023 Oyo State Governorship Contender, Chief Dr. Azeez Popoola Adeduntan has extended his warm greetings to former Deputy Governor, Central Bank of Nigeria, Chief Bayo Adelabu on his 51st birthday.   Adeduntan who conveyed his greetings in a statement issued by his media office in Ibadan extolled the great brotherly virtues of Chief Adelabu. According to the statement, “Chief Dr Adeduntan, who is the President, Adeduntan CardioVascular & Diagnostic Centre(ACDC),Ibadan, Nigeria, sends warm greetings, joining family and friends to celebrate Chief Adelabu who is…