LAGOSIANS URGED TO STOP ELECTRICITY WASTAGE AS LSEB TAKES CAMPAIGN TO GRASSROOTS

 It is no longer news that Nigeria does not generate enough electricity needed by its citizens thus rationing of the little generated has left commercialized states like Lagos with a meagre electricity supply of about 1000 megawatts from the national grid. In order to ensure that the state have at least enough electricity for its ever growing economy and citizens, this has made the state government to come up with building of power plants across the state in accordance with the law which will power government institutions within the state thereby the supply from the national grid would all go into use by citizens of the state. It is also in the same vein that the state also began a campaign by the Lagos State Electricity Board under the Ministry of Energy and Mineral resources in all the five divisions of the state tagged; “Conserve Energy Save Money” to sensitise citizens of the state that the little electricity currently supplied to the state can still go a long way in making electricity available to everyone in the state if well use and conserve.

CHOOSING YOUR BEDSIZE AND BEDDINGS

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Imagine you go off to the mall and decide to purchase a bed sheet; you are taken aback by the various sizes available and a little confused what size would fit your bed. You take a wild guess and pick a size you think would work and alas! You get home and it’s the wrong size.

Do you know the dimension of a king size bed? Which is bigger, a queen size or a king size? What is an eastern or western size bed? What is the ideal height of any mattress? What should inform my decision in choosing a particular size?

BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO ART – THE HENRYMOWETA WAY.

Pablo Picasso once said “The purpose of art is washing the dust of daily life off our souls”. This quote is evident as you walk into Herimoweta African Art centre situated on 7, Adebayo Mokuolu Street opposite Hotel Newcastle Anthony Lagos. Stepping into the gallery you are introduced to ‘art’ as a feast of the mind and soul in an ambience in which art lovers and visitors alike can gather and celebrate various works of art.

ALCOHOL AND ITS EFFECTS ON THE LIVER

In many societies alcohol is the most common cause of chronic liver disease. In fact it has become a major source of concern in our communities because it accounts for a high percentage of deaths among the youths especially male within the age range of 25 – 35 years.

HOW DOES ALCOHOL CAUSE LIVER DAMAGE?

Alcohol is metabolised almost exclusively by the liver, alcohol is a powerful inducer of mixed-function enzymes called oxidases and these enzymes break down alcohol into toxins called acetate. Acetate is toxic to the liver cells (hepatocytes); the amount of acetate in the blood depends on the quantity of alcohol ingested therefore persistently high levels of acetate in the blood results in liver damage hence liver disease.

Five years or more than 10 years of drinking is required to produce alcoholic cirrhosis and a steady daily intake is more hazardous than intermittent drinking.

Alcohol causes several lesions in the liver which can occur either singly or in combination and can be seen by the aid of the electron microscope. These include:

Fatty liver (steatosis), Mallory Hyaline, Siderosis, Autoimmune hepatitis, Fibrosis, Cirrhosis and Hepatocellular Carcinoma

Travelers' Choice: World's top 25 hotels

By Marnie Hunter, CNN

(CNN)It doesn't get much better than an overwater bungalow in the Maldives.

Three of the world's top 25 hotels, according to TripAdvisor, embrace this tried-and-true combo for blissful luxury vacationing.

The mammoth travel site announced its TripAdvisor Travelers' Choice awards for hotels Wednesday. More than 8,100 properties in eight regions received recognition in the 13th annual awards, which are based on the quality and quantity of traveler reviews.

Gili Lankanfushi Maldives earned the top global award. Private butler service adds to the pampering at the resort in the North Male Atoll. Maldives resorts Cocoa Island (No. 6) and Constance Moofushi (No. 15) also ranked among the world's best hotels.

Here are the top 25 on the global list:

Ronaldo: Ibrahimovic is the world's best striker

By Miles Chambers

The legendary Brazilian, who was the best attacker in the world during his prime, believes that nobody rivals the PSG No.9 in terms of ruthless efficiency up front.

Brazil legend Ronaldo has labelled Paris Saint-Germain talisman Zlatan Ibrahimovic as the best striker in the world in 2015.

BREAKING NEWS!: Government College Katsina Releases Buhari’s Academic Credentials

After weeks of debate and controversies over the Academic credentials of Gen. Buhari, which some claims he never had. The government college Kastina has today Wednesday, 21st January, 2015 has released his academic credentials.

According to Sahara Reporters, the academic credentials of the presidential candidate of the All Progressives Congress (APC), General Muhammadu Buhari, have been made public.  

Buhari's class photo in 1960

Jim Clancy leaves CNN after 34 years following abusive Twitter exchange with Pro-Israel activists

CNN anchor Jim Clancy has left the network one week after a bizarre exchange with pro-Israel activists on Twitter about the terrorist outrages in Paris, in which he derided his opponents as the “hasbara team” and used a derogatory term for disabled people.

The news was broken by industry publication Adweek, which linked to The Algemeiner‘s extensive reporting of the scandal, noting that Clancy’s departure “comes just days after the veteran journalist had an extended debate via Twitter over the Charlie Hebdo cartoons.”

Election violence fears: Politicians, CEOs move families abroad

Election violence in Nigeria
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Punch newspapers is reporting that  Politicians and CEOs are moving their families abroad over fears of violence that may arise from the coming general election. Read  the report below:

In a bid to avoid being caught up in violence that may erupt after the February 2015 general elections, politicians, many chief executive officers/ chairmen of companies, top businessmen and wealthy Nigerians have started moving their families out of Nigeria.

Over 800 persons, including 10 members of the National Youth Service Corps were reportedly killed in the North during the violence that trailed the 2011 general elections.

How long will Nigerians remain fools? - By Etcetera

From the Soul musician turned writer...enjoy!

In Nigeria, there are three classes of people: The Masses, The Politicians, and The Rich. The masses are the puppets, the politicians the hand that controls the puppets and the rich the hand that controls the politicians. The politicians have the system totally rigged in their favour. 

They have made it compulsory for the masses to vote from a list selected by them knowing that as blind as the masses are, they may never realise they can actually have a choice. In the upcoming presidential election, the masses have been given no choice but to choose between two candidates forced upon them by the politicians. 

Cholera Outbreak Hits Rivers State, Kills 20 In 9 Days

The Commissioner for Health in Rivers State, Dr Sampson Parker, yesterday said cholera outbreak in 11 communities in the state had claimed 20 lives. According to him, the outbreak was reported on the 5^th of January, 2015 and 171 cases as so far been recorded, with 20 deaths in the outbreak.

Boko Haram Kills Woman In Labour, Feared To Be The Deadliest Attack Ever

Boko Haram fighters have killed a woman as she was in labour during what is feared could be the deadliest attack in the militants’ six-year insurgency, Amnesty International claimed on Thursday.

The human rights group said one witness to the assault on Baga, on the shores of Lake Chad in northeast Nigeria, told them the woman was shot by indiscriminate fire that also cut down small children.

“Half of the baby boy (was) out and she died like this,” the unnamed witness was quoted as saying.

Photos: Nigerian Obas Give Their Royal Blessings On Orijin

Royal fathers across Nigeria have joined millions of Nigerians at home and in the diaspora to attest to the fact that Orijin, the modern and contemporary drink from Guinness Nigeria is the fastest selling and the most innovative alcoholic beverage in Nigeria today.

When the Guinness team visited the palaces and kingdoms of these Obas, they were received with royal embrace amidst pomp and fanfare.

150 Were Killed In Baga, Not 2000 Like The International Media Reported- Military

Against what the international media have been reporting, the Director of Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Chris Olukolade, during a press briefing in Abuja yesterday, says 150 people were killed during the attack on Baga on January, 3^rd, 2015 and not 2000 like it is widely circulated.

According to him, Baga had been facing serious threats from the insurgent which has made a lot of residents flee and only very little residents were left. He also said majority of those that died out of the 150 people were the insurgents. Adding that the troops really battled them.

Photos: Lagos Tradional Ruler Who Assaulted Wife Arrested, Speaks

If what the Lagos State Police Public Realtions Officer, DSP Kenneth Nwosu has said is anything to go by, then the ‘baale’ of Ikola Ilumo Community, Chief Abeeb Lawal who assaulted his wife, Bose Lawal, is about to be charged to court. Incase you missed it read here. 

There's a Nigerian that's 125 year old? See his photos

Some guy named Lugard Ekhator is on Facebook claiming that his grand father, Pa Ekhator Onabor, is a super-centenarian - born around 1890, which would make him about 125 years old.

Photos: World leaders march on streets of Paris over Charlie Hebdo killing

World leaders including David Cameron of United Kingdom, Angela Merkel of Germany, Isreal's Benjamin Netanyahu and others joined French president and thousands of France nationals in a solidarity march on the streets of Paris this afternoon to protest the killing of 12 Charlie Hebdo cartoonists. The march began in Place de la République and will end at Place de la Nation. More pics after the cut...

Photos: Kim Kardashian for Voque Australia

The reality star stuns on her first cover for Vogue Australia's February Issue and 3rd for anything Vogue Magazine. Another pic after the cut...

Religious Police In Kano Destroys Thousands Of Beer Bottles

The Kano State Hisbah Board in a statement released today says, it has destroyed 326,151 bottles of beer out of the 363, 853 it confiscated from members of the public in the past three years.

90-year-old asked to bring 1950 appointment letter to get pension!

According to a report in the Punch newspaper, a 90 year old pensioner was asked to bring an appointment letter he was given in 1950 before he gets his pension. Read below:

 

Pa Jacob Kehinde Babajide
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Saudi Blogger Flogged Openly, Gets Jail Term & Ordered To Pay $266,000 For ‘Insulting Islam’

A Saudi Arabian blogger has been publicly flogged after being convicted of cybercrime and insulting Islam, BBCreports. Raif Badawi, who was sentenced to 1,000 lashes and 10 years in jail, was flogged 50 times. 

Stop Peddling the Word of God for profit - Etcetra writes Oyakhilome

Punch columnist, Etcetera in today’s article has written the general overseer of Christ Embassy Church telling him that he blesses God for what he (Oyakhilome) has done for the kingdom of God, but it is not scriptural to charge Christians a particular fee for gaining entrance into the house of God to hear His words which comes out free from him. He also urged Nigerians to keep praying for pastors, gospel artistes an all spiritual leaders. His article after the cut.

Yaya Toure Crowned African Bes For The 4th Time + List Of Winners at GLO CAF Awards 2015

Yaya Toure has been named the African player of the year 2014 at the Glo CAF awards Gala which held last night, Thursday, January 8th, 2015 at Eko Hotel and Suites, in Lagos. This is the 4^th time the Ivoirian player who came along with his wife would be winning the award consistently. See the list of other winners below and see photos of celebrities at the event too.

Photos: Lagos Traditional Ruler Assaults Wife Over Phone Call

A Lagos traditional ruler, Baale Abeeb Lawal, who heads Ikolalumo in Meiran/Ajasa command area Lagos state, has brutally assaulted his wife over a phone conversation on New Year day. It was said that he gave his wife a signal to end a phone conversation she was currently on, but she thought he asked her to lower her voice, so she did. 

David Oyelowo covers Variety magazine with Oprah Winfrey

You know you are going to the top when Brad Pitt sings your name and you know that you're made when you share a magazine cover with legendary talkshow host, Oprah Winfrey.

Abomination!... 25 year old man arrested for raping great grandmother in Ekiti

25 year old Familola Ayodeji (pictured above) has been arrested by the Ekiti state Police command for raping an 85 year old great grandmother on December 25th 2014.

Read Reminisce letter to his fans... says hard work pays!

A letter from music star Reminisce to the fans. Read below...

Floyd Mayweather’s Car Collection in Numbers

 

By Zach Doell

On Monday, boxing superstar Floyd Mayweather posted a photo of his extensive car collection onInstagram, and the Internet has gone all haywire. The caption reads, “Welcome to my toy world! Who wants to come out and play?” We hope that’s an open invitation.

Sony aims for audiophiles with new aluminum Walkman

AFP Relax News

As part of its 2015 International CES press event, Sony has taken the wraps off a new flagship portable music player that could be the perfect device for those that put as high a premium on design as on the quality of their audio playback.

The most dangerous states in America

By Alexander Kent and Thomas C. Frohlich 

The number of violent crimes dropped across the United States by 4.4% in 2013 compared to the year before, according to estimates released by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI). In the last decade, the number of violent crimes declined by nearly 15%.

Enyeama Named Goal Nigeria Player of the Year 2014

Vincent Enyeama has been named the Goal Nigeria Player of the Year 2014, winning the award courtesy of overwhelming votes from readers of the football website.

Borno State Governors calls out Shekau, Describe Him as an Animal.

Governor of Borno state, Kashim Shettima has described the leader of Boko Haram, Abubakar Shekau as a Lunatic who does not deserve any respect. Gov Shettima said this while speaking to state house correspondence after an emergency security meeting between the North Eastern governors, security chiefs and President Jonathan at the state house earlier today

Emir of Kano Not Planning To Marry A 17 Year Old Girl!

Emir of Kano Muhammadu Sanusi has denied reports that he's planning to marry the 17 year old daughter of the Lamido of Adamawa. The Emir, who already has three wives, denied the report to Sahara Reporters via one of his aides.

Akpabio, Jang, Imoke, Suswam, others donate N1billion to PDP while owing workers for months

According to premiumtimes three PDP governors who donated N1 billion to their party the PDP are owing their state workers. read the Report Below:

Terry G Post Picture of his Son on Instagram

Check out the striking resemblance

Terry G and 

I Consulted Pastor Adeboye Before Accepting To Be Buhari’s Running Mate Reveals Osinbajo

According to Ladunlaidi news, APC’s Muhammadu Buhari's running mate for upcoming Presidential Elections in Nigeria, Yemi Osinbajo who also doubles as a pastor in the Redeemed Christian Church Of God, has said he consulted the General Overseer of the church, Pastor E.A Adeboye, before embarking on this journey, Mr Osinbajo who spoke to Kayode Falade said.

Between Love and Respect

By: Adewale John

I have heard a whole lot on these subjects and I think we should shed a little light on it. People of different ages and times have used and are using the words but a handful of them have used it wrongly and have a deep misconception about these subjects. 

‎HUSBAND SCARCITY... a must read!

Saw this on nairaland.com and couldn't resist the urge to
share it. Enjoy: 

This may not be the best time for me to write on this because of misinterpretations, but I can no longer resist the push. "Husband Scarcity" has become one of the challenges faced by many women today. If you go to prayer houses, majority of the intentions are prayer for a life partner. And this calls for concern. 

Roadside food vendors: How safe are they?

By: Victoria Latona

Food safety is a matter of great public health concern worldwide and particularly crucial if the environment in which the food is handled is heavily contaminated. But it is common to see some people either eating or buying cooked food at the road side and unprotected places and this single attitude is having a great effect on the health of the people.

NIGERIAN FASHION INDUSTRY TAKEN TO NEW HEIGHTS AT THE 12TH EDITION OF THE NIGERIA FASHION WEEK

Lexy Mojo-Eyes

Lexy Mojo-Eyes has been in the forefront and a foremost catalyst in the Nigerian and African fashion Industry. He introduced the first major fashion event in Nigeria, The Nigeria Fashion Show, and began by re-orientating Nigerian designers to look inward for all local fabrics, accessories, and designs in their production lines. According to Lexy ‘’If we wish to successfully compete globally in the world stage, then we must look inward for inspiration in our production lines.” Thus it’s no surprise when the 12^th edition of the Nigeria Fashion week took place on the 19^th – 21^st November 2014 in Lagos at the prestigious Lagos Oriental Hotel.

EPL Title Race Hots Up as Tottenham Hotspur Defeat Chelsea in 8 Goal Thriller

Harry Kane starred as Tottenham Hotspur crushed Chelsea 5-3 in a New Year's Day blockbuster to leave Jose Mourinho's side dead-level with Manchester City at the Premier League summit.

JUMP AROUND!

If you are looking to spice up your wardrobe this season, the jumpsuits should definitely be on your list be it playsuits, unitards or boiler suits. These garments that were once restricted to skydivers, engineers and sportsmen have served as a utility one piece garment, and have taken its place in mainstream fashion. From prim and proper play suits of the 50s to the elegant disco inspired 70s styles and even to the boiler suits of the 90s which have returned to the fashion scene presently, the jump suit has continued to played an integral role in women's fashion.

ADD CHARACTER, SYMBOLISM AND STYLE TO YOUR INDOOR SPACE WITH SCULPTURES

Since time immemorial art work has been an important addition to indoor space either at home, office or relaxation spots. Conversely, there are many different styles and forms of art available nowadays. Thus, you need to determine what style of art you are going to incorporate. One of the best options to go for is undoubtedly sculptural artwork. In recent times adding sculptural artwork to indoor spaces has been on the rise lately and will continue to do so as more and more people seek to turn plain and boring indoor spaces into a trendy and exciting one.

NEWLY COMMISSION PARK IN LAGOS OPEN FOR PUBLIC USE

In line with its vision and mission in transforming Lagos into a mega city and providing its citizens with an environment to relax unwind, the Lagos state government under the stewardship of Governor Babatunde Raji Fashola has been erecting parks and garden all over the state since he came into office in 2007.