Month: March 2022

HEALTH BENEFITS OF SENNA ALATA POPULARLY KNOWN AS CANDLESTICK PLANT, RINGWORM SCRUB

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Senna Alata also known as Cassia Alata is a medicinal tree. It has fungicidal, laxative and purgative properties. It is very effective for treating Ringworm and fungal infections of the Skin. The leaves of the plant are laxative. Consumption of leaves treats Constipation and purifies the blood. A decoction of leaves treats Biliousness and Hypertension. Some people also use it for treating typhiod. It is also used to cure Pile/Hemorrhoids The leaves are best for treating Skin diseases. It can be used in tincture, poultice and powder form. It is…

Those who attack me do so out of ignorance, mischief, malice – Femi Adesina

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Presidential spokesman, Femi Adesina, became a household name at the then Weekend Concord long before 2002 when he was invited to be part of the formidable team that formed The Sun Newspapers, of which he was pioneer editor. He rose to become the Managing Director/Editor-in-Chief of the company as well as President, Nigeria Guild of Editors (NGE). In 2015, he was appointed by President Muhammadu Buhari as his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity. In a chat with Chioma Okezie-Okeh of Saturday Sun, he shares his experience as the presidential…

IGP says ‘NPF Rescue Me’ App Upgraded …. charges Nigerians to take Advantage of its Crime Reportage Feature

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The Inspector-General of Police, IGP Usman Alkali Baba has confirmed an upgrade of the Nigeria Police Force crime reporting mobile application known as ‘NPF Rescue Me’ application which is valuable to effectively report emergencies, criminal activities, and professional misconducts of police officers, for rapid and immediate reaction by operatives of the Nigeria Police Force. The IGP emphasized that the NPF Rescue Me App, which is a great improvement, redefines security and personalizes policing, enabling android and ios users to download the app from the various app stores, registering with their…

Jemgbagh Traditional Rulers,Elders okay Ortom for Benue North West Senate seat

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The chances of Governor Samuel Ortom to be elected Senator in the 2023 general elections have become brighter with his unanimous endorsement by the political and traditional leadership of Jemgbagh intermediate area.   This was the outcome of the consultation by the Governor and his team after an elaborate meeting with Jemgbagh leaders in Gboko Saturday, March 26th, 2022 in continuation of his aspiration to represent the Benue North West Senatorial district.   Governor Ortom, led by members of MINDA PDP Elders Forum met with Jemgbagh Traditional Rulers and PDP…

ADEBAYO SHITTU : THE MAN FOR THE JOB

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When former Minister of Communication, Adebayo Shittu, signified his intention to join the fray of those jostling to run the affairs of the All Progressives Congress(APC) heirarchy specifically as the National Secretary of the party, it became evident to keen observers that the party was in for a bout of good administrative tenure whilst its fortune in the Southwest, especially Oyo State where Shittu hails from would enjoy a boost moreso in the forthcoming general elections. Shittu, a successful businessman, proven administrator and astute lawyer has had a very impactful…

Niger Police nabs 2 suspects for Kidnapping, Banditry,recovers fire Arms

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Nigeria Police Force,Niger State command on 19th March,2022 at about 0100hrs, received information that suspected kidnappers invaded Tundun-wada village via Kaboji, Ukachi and Magama villages, Mashegu LGA.   According to the police,the hoodlums abducted two victims from both Ukachi and Magama villages of Mashegu LGA to unknown hideout. Upon the receipt of this information, Police tactical teams attached to Mashegu Division in collaboration with the local vigilante members were mobilized and trailed the hoodlums into the forest, based on credible intelligence on their movement.   The team discovered the temporary…

Senate investigates how defunct DPR illegally awarded OML 46 to Halkin Oil, despite Buhari’s directives

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The Nigerian Senate is investigating how OML 46 was illegally awarded to Halkin Exploration and Production Company Limited, by the defunct Department of Petroleum Resources (DPR), in contravention of Presidential directive. The Senate Committee on Ethics, Privileges and Public Petitions, while interfacing with the groups involved at a public hearing on Tuesday, 22nd March, 2022, was informed that, after the revocation of the oil field, the presidency intervened, considered the numerous petitions from the various marginal owners and directed that the fields be rewarded on discretionary basis with preference to…

N5.2B claim by Petitioner not our headache, Police counsel tells IIP-SARS

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Counsel to the Nigeria police, Mr. Fidelis Ogobe has told the Independent Investigative Panel on Human Rights Violations by the defunct SARS and other Units of the Nigerian Police Force that Nigeria Police will not oppose the N5.2 billion naira claim by a petitioner, Ifechukwu Okolie, provided he can prove his case of unlawful arrest ,detention and extra judicial killing beyond reasonable doubt.   The police lawyer noted that no amount of money can be enough for the loss of life of any individual even as he however prayed the…

Gov Sani Bello describes ARC-P as a complimentary initiative for wellbeing of Youth ,Vulnerable Children

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Niger State Governor ,Abubakar Sani Bello has promised to accord all the necessary support for the success of At Risk Children Project ARC-P in the state.   Governor Sani Bello gave the assurance when he received a delegation in charge of the project led by the Special Adviser to the President on Social Investment, Hajiya Maryam Uwais in Abuja.   The Governor described the initiative as complementary the to state government’s commitment towards the wellbeing of vulnerable children and youth.   He commended the Federal Government for coming up with…

Friday Sermon: A Strong Message To The Nigerian Muslims And Non-Muslims By Imam Murtadha Gusau

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In the name of Allah, the Most Gracious, the Most Merciful All praise is due to Allah, the Lord of all creation—may He extol the Messenger in the highest company of Angels and send His peace and blessings upon him—likewise upon his family, Companions, and true followers. Fellow Nigerians! I urge the Nigerian clerics, scholars, Imams, Pastors, and all religious leaders to fear Allah/God and avoid inciting comments in the name of politics, and to devise strategies on how to ensure peaceful coexistence between Muslims and Christians in the country.…