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Olusegun Obasanjo bags Master’s Degree in Theology
Former President, Olusegun Obasanjo, today in Abuja bagged a Master’s Degree in Theology at the fifth convocation of the National Open University of Nigeria (NOUN).
The Vice-Chancellor of the University, Prof. Vincent Tenebe, said in his address at the ceremony that Obasanjo was among other notable Nigerians in the list of the 10,653 graduands in which 15 of them made first class honours.
Tenebe listed other outstanding graduands as the Emir of Hadejia, Jigawa State, Alhaji Adamu Abubakar and the traditional ruler of Awgu, Enugu State, Igwe Felix Okechukwu.
Others were over 70 years Rear Admiral Orisha, (Rtd), who bagged fist class in Mathematics and a
78-year-old, Chief Femi Balogun, who bagged LL.B from the School of Law.
The vice-chancellor also listed a blind student, Mr Obinna Bede, who bagged a Bachelor of Arts (English), degree and Udo Effiong, who had the highest cumulative point in first class grade of 4.71.
It is interesting to note that Obasanjo will be graduating with a Master’s Degree (MA-Christian Theology) having met the requirements for the award during this convocation.
“Having been given the admission to study MA/PhD in Christian Theology, Obasanjo will continue with his Ph.D fully. This is very unique considering his age and commitments; he also made a very good cumulative grade point,’’ the VC said.
NAN reports that Chief Obasanjo received the award by proxy as he was said to unavoidably absent.
Idowu Philips alias Iya Rainbow’s Daughter, Lola dies of Ulcer attack
This is definitely not the best of time for veteran Yoruba actress, Idowu Philips popularly known as Iya Rainbow. She lost her daughter into the cold hands of death last week.
The lady known as Lola was confirmed dead at Tomade Hospital, a private health Centre in Ojodu Berger Metropolitan area of Lagos.
According to what we gathered, Lola suffered from Ulcer attack at exactly 11:45 pm on the 14th of January and she was rushed to the hospital by her husband known as Osborne before she was declared dead the next morning.
She was said to be planning to get out of Nigeria to the United States of America before she met her waterloo.
May her soul rest.
Denrele Edun Sustains Head Injury At Movie Location
Denrele Edun sustained a head injury at a movie location. He was supposed to drop into a faint in a scene but fell on a metallic object that pierced his face just near his eyebrows.
The controversial, TV personality was able to share his experience on Instagram with pictures shoeing him bleeding heavily from the injury.
Read his narration of the incident below:
They say that true artists suffer for their craft, but perhaps no artist has suffered like myself on this hustle of mine!
All in a bid to make my acting more convincing, I was supposed to drop into a faint in the very first scene of the movie “PEPPER SOUP” but I guess I miscalculated and fell hard on a metallic object on the floor that pierced my face. I kinda blacked out for a few seconds and felt something warm running down my face…Truth is, a blood vessel just a lil above my right eye (an inch away from my eyebrow bone) was burst open and it was hard to control the bleeding!
The production team was stunned and scared at the same time. They almost called off the production but I refused!
THE SHOW MUST GO ON!
And I finished this job with all the grace, strength, resilience and amazing character interpretation that I could muster!
First case of Lassa fever recorded in Ekiti
The first case of Lassa fever has been reported in Ekiti state. The state Commissioner for Health, Dr Olurotimi Ojo, who made this known to newsmen in Ado-Ekiti today January 18th, said the index case which involves a student nurse was confirmed over the weekend.
“Over the weekend, the state confirmed a case of Lassa fever that is being managed at the Federal Teaching Hospital, Ido Ekiti.
The patient is stable and had commenced treatment. Immediately the patient was diagnosed and confirmed, the management began the process of contact tracing. Once you have an index case, there is tendency of having a primary case and possible spread and this could be dangerous. The doctors are handling the situation and monitoring the situation very closely. So, nobody has been quarantined after the contact tracing."he saidLassa Fever is transmitted by infected rodents. Over 40 persons have died from the hemorrhagic fever since its outbreak in Nigeria last November.
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This Is What Happens If You Rub Your Lips with a Tea Bag. The Result – Spectacular!
If you are dealing with dry and chapped lips this winter season, this quick and efficient method will take the place of all lip balms you’ve been using so far. And, the only thing you need is a teabag!
Quick treatment of chapped lips
Soak a green tea teabag in warm water, squeeze out the excess water and hold or gently rub the teabag over your lips for 5 minutes.
Providing you do this every day, you can significantly increase the hydration of your lips.
Using this green tea coating method will instantly improve the state of your lips. Plus, this also works on cold sores due to the tightening effect of green tea.
Why does it work?
Green tea is one of the most popular medicinal plants of today. It’s been the subject of a number of scientific studies, many of which have confirmed its effectiveness and great health benefits for various diseases and health conditions. Green tea is also widely used in the cosmetic industry, especially in anti-aging products.
Green tea has healing properties because of which it works so well on the skin, including the lips. It is believed that green tea improves natural resistance to UV rays. Green tea not only improves the effectiveness of sunscreen, but it helps alleviate sunburns as well. Its strong anti-inflammatory properties soothe and cool sensitive skin, protecting it from further irritation. In addition, the caffeine content in green tea stimulates circulation and promotes detoxification.
The compound EGCG in green tea reactivates skin cells that die due to unhealthy habits, exposure to sunlight and pollution. Plus, it contains high levels of the most powerful antioxidants which delay premature aging by fighting free radicals and healing damaged cells. Also, these antioxidants inhibit enzymes that damage collagen, which is essential for elasticity and smoothness of the skin.
Moreover, catechins in green tea have strong antibacterial properties that reduce acne by regulating hormone imbalance. They also possess anti-inflammatory properties that reduce redness and inflammation, thus promoting faster healing.
Since green tea is so beneficial for the skin, we offer here two face-mask recipes that use this amazing ingredient as their base.
Anti-aging mask
Mix 3 tablespoons of full-fat yogurt with a tablespoon of minced green tea. Leave on your face for 20 minutes and then rinse. Apply a moisturizer as usual.
Anti-acne mask
Mix a tablespoon of honey and a spoonful of minced green tea. Leave on your face for 30 minutes and then rinse.
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See Beautiful Photos of Musician 9ice and His New Woman
In six years, 9ice now has 4 kids from 3 baby mamas. I don't know if he's married this fine lady in private but he shared lovely photos of her and their daughter to mark his birthday. See more...
. I wish you the best and look at the little girl , I guess she is more than happy, lot of swags
SHOCKING: Sambo Dasuki Used Arms Money To Buy Assets (See Revelations)
The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has said the immediate past National Security Adviser, Col. Sambo Dasuki (retd.), compromised the security of the nation and committing economic sabotage through diversion of another N32bn meant for the purchase of arms into private enjoyment.
The commission, which also gave more details about the alleged diversion of funds meant for the purchase of arms to fir Boko Haram by the office of the NSA during Dasuki’s tenure, said they now have documents showing that the ex-NSA gave the approval for the release of the funds to the accounts of private companies and individuals.
The fresh details are mind-blowing and shocking...
EFCC’s lawyer, Rotimi Jacobs (SAN), told Justice Yusuf Baba of the FCT High Court in Maitama, Abuja, while opposing new bail applications filed by Dasuki and his co-accused persons, who are being prosecuted on 19 counts of conspiracy, criminal breach of trust and dishonest misappropriation of the money.
The other accused persons, who had pleaded not guilty to all the 19 counts on Monday, are a former Director of Finance and Administration in the Office of the NSA, Shuaibu Salisu, and a former Director of the Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation, Aminu Baba-Kusa, and two companies.
The two companies, in which Baba-Kusa are their directors, are Acacia Holdings Limited and Reliance Referral Hospital Limited.
Jacobs (SAN, who said the accused persons were still under investigation for other “aspects of the case”, added that the EFCC is still tracing more assets linked to the proceeds of the diversion of the funds.
The EFCC also revealed that Dasuki had purchased houses in London and Dubai with the proceeds of the funds meant for purchase of arms for soldiers battling the killer group, Boko Haram.
The prosecution also alleged in its counter-affidavit that Dasuki transferred huge sums of money to companies whose identities were still being traced, adding that he transferred large sums of money outside Nigeria to acquire "several assets in Dubai and London."
Its counter-affidavit also read, “That our investigation also revealed that the applicant transferred large sums of monies outside Nigeria and he acquired several assets in Dubai and London with these funds.”
The defence lawyers, representing the accused persons – Ahmed Raji (SAN) for Dasuki, A. U. Mustapha for Salisu, and Solomon Umoh (SAN) for Baba-Kusa and his companies – had, while moving their respective bail applications, claimed that the charges filed before the court did not indicate that the money in question was meant for the procurement of arms.
But Jacobs (SAN), in picking holes in the lawyers’ contention, referred the judge to pages 14 to 58 of the prosecution’s proof of evidence, which he said contained documents detailing the approval of the former NSA for the release of various sums of money to individuals and private companies for the procurement of arms.
Jacobs (SAN) said, “In our proof of evidence, we mentioned security money meant for purchase of arms. We also mentioned security equipment, but they decided not to look at it.
"Page 14 to page 58 of our proof of evidence showed approval for the supply of security equipment, satellite and arms. All the charges we filed were based on funds approved for the purchase of arms.”
According to the charges, Dasuki, Salisu and Senior Special Assistant, Domestic Affairs to Goodluck Jonathan, Waripamowei Dudafa, released N10bn to the PDP to bribe presidential primary delegates.
N2.1bn was also paid into the account of DAAR Investment and Holding Company Limited, controlled by one Raymond Dokpesi for the funding of media propaganda for Jonathan against opposition.
The sum of N1.45bn was also paid to Acacia Holdings Limited, controlled by Baba-Kusa, for 'prayers'.
Again, the sum of N750m was allegedly paid to Reliance Referral Hospital Limited in favour of Baba-Kusa for prayers.
Belsha Nigeria Limited, controlled by Bello Matanwalle, was also said to have received N380m to support some members of the House of Reps for their re-election campaign.
General Hydrocarbons Ltd controlled by Thisday publisher, Nduka Obaigbena was also said to have received N670m for “energy consulting”. And several other funny names to move Nigeria's money.
EFCC affidavit read in part, “That the charges being alleged against the defendant/applicant (Dasuki) border on economic sabotage that strikes at the very foundation of Nigeria well-being and existence.
“That it is in the interest of justice to put the applicant in protective custody so as to shield him from a possible attack by the relatives of the innocent soldiers, who lost their lives due to lack of adequate equipment; innocent soldiers who lost their lives due to lack of adequate facilities caused by the diversion of the funds meant for that purpose.
“Apart from the cases that are pending against the applicant, he’s also being investigated in respect of other criminal allegations.”
My Boyfriend proposed & I accepted, then he started doing this
I am a lady that is days away from turning 30. I am beautiful, intelligent, fun loving and smart. My story has been a very interesting and sad one... I was born with a deformity of not being able to bear a child.
N.B. I have never done an abortion so please don’t think it’s because of recklessness I have damaged my womb. I have dated three guys, two of whom I told about my situation. I left the third, I couldn’t tell him because I was scared, so I acted up and gave him attitude, then he left too.
I am currently engaged to a guy a friend hooked me up with, that claims he loves me but I really doubt it. I told him about my situation and he accepted...
he made a huge proposal after I told him, and it went viral, to show to the world how he loves me.
But here is the real deal, he doesn’t show me he cares. I am abused at the slightest opportunity. Calling me names I have never been called. He cheats on me so much that it breaks my heart, currently he is sleeping with the house-help which he can’t hide anymore. He even brings some of his girls home and I just look and cry my eyes out when am alone.
He makes me feel worthless. First of all I mustn’t talk to my friends when he is around if not he gets jealous. He asked me to close up my Facebook, Instagram, BlackBerry messages, WhatsApp and delete all my contacts because he doesn’t want me talking to anyone…we don’t even go out as couple, he doesn’t take me anywhere.
I am not allowed to work anymore cos he said his wife won’t work. I had a very lucrative job back in my country and he made me quit. I really do not have much savings but I had 25,000 USD which I have given to him on loan and I doubt if he will ever pay. My family back home depends on me. I have been working my ass out to support the family but I always had a lonely and sad night… In my quest to find happiness I find myself here. Now I can’t support my family, I don’t even have a dime to my name and I’m in a strange country with no one to talk to. I am even too broke to go make my hair in the salon, I have learnt how to make my hair myself now. Same me that goes to the best salon back home, wears the best clothes and now I have been reduced to nothing.
Because I don’t have anymore money to give to him he sees me as a dull girl. That I am not smart at all... I called home last month and the last money I had was used to get me air ticket to leave here after a very big fight... But after finding out about it he begged me to stay and I did.
His way of life I can’t deal…he poses to be very rich, which I really don’t care if he is rich or broke because I know I can survive without a man’s money. But he lives in debt around that I am ashamed of moving around. We have been arrested once because he was owing someone. He lives a fake life and it breaks my heart because I’m one of the realest girls you can know. In a bid to cover up, once he gets little money he shops for clothes and wrist watches and gives people money to show off, without even paying up some debts.
He doesn’t want to go see my parents, he wants to send money home for my bride price to be done back home and we won’t attend. I have always dreamt of been a bride, I am very beautiful and I dream of how a beautiful bride I will be.
Now what should I do? I feel so ashamed to even go back home with no money attached to my name. The stigma of getting engaged and dumped? Or stay with this man that makes my life unbearable? If I leave who will ever marry me with my health issue? I hear lots of people say marriage is not always blissful, is it always like this? Should I stay and build this which I doubt will work? If I stay, how do I cope with him sleeping with househelps and everything under skirts...
Please I need a realistic way out of this mess.
- by a sister in need of help
Man climbs, stays on Lagos high-tension tower for three hours
Tragedy was averted in Lagos on Friday when an unidentified man mounted an electricity transmission tower.
The incident occurred at Powerline Street, Calvary Bus Stop in Egbe-Idimu Local Council Development Area.
Punch gathered that the man wandered around the vicinity in the early hours of the day before stopping at the foot of the tower at about 2pm.
Eyewitnesses said he removed some totems tied to the tower by a vigilance group and mounted it to the top despite warnings from residents and passers-by.
A resident, Mr. Kazeem Oyebola, who said the man did not look like a mentally challenged person, added that his responses showed he was on a suicide mission.
He stated, “He was not mad at all. He was coherent when he talked except for some vague statements he made. He had a mission and it was to kill himself for some unknown reasons.”
Also, a yam seller in the area who identified herself as Iya Bose said she was scared when the man in his late thirties climbed the tower.
Another resident, identified as Odunayo, who sells alcoholic drinks in the area, said the man covered himself with a wrapper.
She added that many felt the tower climber wanted cheap publicity or had an intention to “carry out a diabolical assignment particularly as he wore red knickers.”
Our correspondent learnt that the incident attracted a crowd and some of them had to climb the tower to see if they could get him down.
A community leader in the area, Mr. Alao Salami, said when he sensed that the man was not ready to disembark from the tower after about three hours he had to alert the police at the Idimu Police Station.
An official with an electricity distribution firm who did not want his name in print told SUNDAY PUNCH that the only way the man could have survived electrocution was because there was no electricity in the wires.
When our correspondent visited Idimu Police Divisional Headquarters, the Divisional Police Officer, Mr. James Sonekan, refused to comment on the matter.
He said he was not authorised to make an official statement on the matter.
Amazing ! How I hurriedly married my wife after another man proposed — Ejike Okoye tells his beautiful love story
Nollywood actor, Ejike Okoye, has been married to Ify, a program analyst and financial expert, for 14 years. They share their love story with Spice below:
How and when did you meet your wife?
Ejike: I met my wife in the early 90s while I was in secondary school and I have been a friend of her family ever since. We started out just as good friends but with no strings attached. I watched her grow up and realised that she was reserved and homely. Also, she was her parents’ favourite; she always kept the house clean, helped out in the kitchen and never missed any of her daily chores. She had high moral standards unlike most teenagers her age. She has remained God-fearing till date. She also ensured that I ate each time I visited their house back then. She possessed all the qualities of a good wife right from the first day I met her.
What were your first impressions of your husband?
Ify: My husband has been a friend of my family years before we got married. He showed a lot of care to my younger siblings and I, without making advances at us. He usually took us out to parties, the swimming pool, confectionaries and other fun spots. He has remained a nice guy and a handsome gentleman.
How did you propose to her?
Ejike: We grew so fond of each other in no time and also understood each other perfectly. My wife could read me like no one else and she also inspired me. I approached her directly and she wasn’t surprised because she already knew my intentions. She was very happy when I proposed to her.
Ify: He proposed to me over the phone and I was very happy. The engagement ring came afterwards.
How long did it take to woo her?
Ejike: It didn’t take me long to woo her because God had already destined us to be together. We knew we loved each other long before we even met.
How long did you court your wife?
Ify: Our friendship started during our secondary school days but I was still in primary school when he started coming over to our house. There was no form of intimacy until we decided to get married to each other.
At what point did you decide to marry her?
Ejike: It felt as though we were both dying in silence. We knew we wanted each other but neither of us wanted to give it a shot at first. I guess it’s because we were used to each other as family friends. We didn’t express our love for each other until a man came to seek her hand in marriage. That was when the love, care and passion came to light and ever since then it has continued to grow.
Is he as romantic as he is being portrayed in movies?
Ify: Absolutely! My husband is a very romantic and caring gentle man. I don’t think it has anything to do with the fact that he is an actor. I knew him long before he ventured into acting even though we weren’t dating at the time. I don’t think acting plays any role in an individual’s love life. It has to do with the individuals involved.
Were you comfortable with him becoming an actor?
Did: Yes I was. There was no cause for alarm.
How have you coped with his schedules and female fans?
Ify: As a wife and a mother, I pay attention to my husband and children. In addition, I love, respect and submit to my husband. We do everything and have fun together as a wonderful family. He balances his
work and his family life perfectly. His absence is always brief and has never been felt that much. An
average man or woman with blood flowing in his or her veins would naturally be jealous. Nobody wants to share his or her partner but I don’t let that interfere with our friendship, marriage and commitments. I trust my husband a lot. My Christian faith also goes a long way and God has been my strength and companion.
How do you constantly reassure your wife of your fidelity?
Ejike: Communication is one of the most important aspects of a healthy marriage. I am always open to my wife in all ramifications especially when a woman makes passes at me. I always reassure her that I will never let any woman to come in between us. The most important aspect of a relationship is actively making it as fulfilling as it can be at all times. Whilst I’m aware that it takes a considerable amount of time to get to a level of complete ease and trust in a relationship, the best temporary measure is to simply suppress any insecurity you may have as soon as they arise. It will let your partner know that you trust them, which in turn will emotionally pull them closer to you rather than push them away.
In what ways do you get each other angry?
Ejike: No marriage is perfect; the only perfect being I know is God. I get my wife angry sometimes but I apologise after a while. Sometimes it takes a day or two. I will not elaborate on how I got my wife angry but I learn from the mistake and not to let it happen again. Our love grows stronger after apologising.
Ify: Every marriage has its ups and downs but don’t let it linger for a long time. If you are wrong, apologise. It will not make or break you. It can only amount to a healthy relationship. The reasons behind most celebrity marriage breakup could be lack of love, peace, understanding and most importantly the inability to forgive and forget.
Do you have access to each other’s phones and social media accounts?
Ify: We make use of each other’s phone without any restrictions but with permission. Our phones don’t have passwords. Social media accounts technically have passwords but I never cared to ask my husband for his password because I don’t think it is necessary. Also, I am not a fan of social media. I only have a Facebook account, which I visit once or twice a month. It’s all about trust.
How do you spend time as a couple?
Ify: We balance our work with our family and at the same time optimise the time we have together. We go on vacation, visit fun places and forget everything about work. Sometimes, I surprise him with vacation packages. I always prepare his favourite meal, which is Eba andEgusi soup. My husband cooks too and sometimes serves me breakfast in bed. I am always happy whenever he does that.
What is the secret behind the success of your union?
Ify: The secret to a successful marriage is praying and ministering the word of God together as a couple. Understanding and communicating with each other is also important in a marriage and having Jesus Christ, as the overall head of your household is the only way you can have a successful marriage.
What advice do you have for intending couples?
Ify: They must really seek God with all their heart before they make any commitment. They must also let the Lord direct their footsteps. Marriage is like an institution; intending couples should be able to study each other especially those in a long-term relationship before getting married. Couples should give each other attention and respect themselves. They should not forget remarkable dates like birthdays, wedding anniversaries and never fail to express their love for each other.
Do you operate a joint bank account?
Ejike: Absolutely, we have foreign and domestic joint accounts. God joined us together as one, so we do things together. I advise couples to do the same because they never know what tomorrow holds.
What pet names do you call each other?
Ejike: I call my wife Ify or Baby and she calls me Eji, Getsmart or Baby.
Apple OS Technology exposes Lagos-based armed robbers
A girl was robbed at Ajah Roundabout in Lagos, last week. Her bag was taken from her and in it was her iPhone, which she had integrated to an iCloud account, linked to her iPad, which wasn't stolen.
And this was unknown to the robbers.
They took several pictures with the phone and the pictures were automatically uploaded to the victim's iCloud account, which she accesses through her iPad.
The phone has likely been sold to the couple whose pictures appear at the bottom of the collage about.
According to the victim's iPhone tracker, the current location of the phone is somewhere around Itanotun and Olorunsogo streets in Ikorodu Lagos.
She released these pictures to see if they could help in tracking down the thieves.
Manchester United Captain Wayne Rooney breaks Thierry Henry's English Premier League record of 175 goals for one team
Manchester United captain Wayne Rooney is now a premier league legend after breaking the record for the highest number of goals scored by a player in the English Premier League with his superb effort against Liverpool this evening.
This comes just days after his brace helped the Red Devils stumble to a 3-3 draw against Premier League side Newcastle United.Rooney went ahead of Thierry Henry's record of 175 Premier League goals for a single club.He has scored five times in United's four January fixtures and adding to his career total of 242 career goals for the Manchester club.
Military Leader Tompolo alarms to the President 'They' want to kill me
Former Niger Delta warlord, Government Ekpemupolo, alias Tompolo, has alleged that there are plans by defectors from PDP in Delta and Bayelsa states to kill him.
According to Tribune, Tompolo made the allegation in a letter he wroteto President Buhari. In the letter, Tompolo reportedly said the PDP defectors, who are now members of the APC, from Warri South West Local Government Area of the state had resolved to link him to the renewed vandalism of oil installations in the state.
He alleged that the APC new comers were planning against him in connivance with a lawyer attached to the EFCC who is also a member of the APC. He also questioned the moral rights of the EFCC counsel handling the alleged N13 billion land fraud in which he is involved in.
According to him, the EFCC lawyer who is after him was doing so because he (Tompolo) rejected an offer to buy choice properties from him.
"The crux of this letter is to let you know that they are dubious, mischievous, desperate, pretentious, manipulative and corrupt, therefore they do not share the same vision and mission with you as well as do not believe in good governance," he stated.
Former President Goodluck Jonathan ran CBN like Idi-Amin – Soludo
Former Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria, Charles Soludo, has said former President Goodluck Jonathan ran the apex bank like the former Uganda dictator, Idi-Amin. Speaking in an interview in the current Business Edition of The Interview, Soludo described the recent revelations from the arms deal scandal as startling. He said the Central bank under the last administration was “the ATM of the Presidency,”.
“Imagine a scenario where a president can order the CBN to create an intervention fund for national stability and CBN literally ‘prints’ say, N3 trillion, and doles it out cash to the Presidency to prosecute an election campaign or for just about anything he fancies. It is a scary thought. We are going down a dangerous path that ruins the economy. I don’t know any other country where such is tolerated, except perhaps what I watched in a movie about Idi Amin and his governor of central bank.”
Buhari arrives Abu Dhabi for the World Future Energy summit
President Buhari who is attending the World Future Energy Summit in Abu Dhabi as a special guest of honour was received at the Presidential Wing of the Abu Dhabi International Airport United Arab Emirates by Sheikh Sultan Bin Zayed and the Ambassador of Nigeria to UAE Amb. Ibrahim Auwalu. More photos after the cut...
Lagos state government allays fears on outbreak of Lassa fever
The Lagos State Government on Saturday called on residents to remain calm over the outbreak of Lassa fever, just as it assured that it is doing everything possible to curtail the spread of the virus in the State.
Addressing journalists at the Alausa Secretariat, on the first case of the disease recorded in the State, Commissioner for Health, Dr. Jide Idris said in line with international standards, 92 persons who had direct and indirect contact with the index case are currently being followed-up.
Idris confirmed that the index case, a 25-year-old male undergraduate of the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State, was reported to have fallen ill after arriving in Lagos and was taken to Ahmmadiyyah Hospital, Ojokoro on January 9 with complaint of fever, sore throats and difficulty in swallowing.
He said the patient was subsequently placed on admission for six days and was thereafter referred by the said private hospital to the Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH) on January 14, 2016 owing to the fact that the fever was persistent and his condition was not improving.
According to Idris, the patient was confirmed as a case of Lassa fever on January 15, at LUTH, and is currently being managed to the extent that his condition is now stable.
Idris added that 15 in-patients who were admitted alongside the index case as well as 25 health workers who attended to them have been placed on compulsory 21 days monitoring, and that the phone numbers and addresses of the persons in that category have also been collected for proper tracking.
Any of the persons in that category with temperature above 38.5, according to Idris, would be isolated so as to prevent the spread of the disease, while they have also been advised on the need to maintain little or no contact with others, at least for now.
The Commissioner said: “Though Lassa fever and Ebola Virus Disease belong to the same Viral Hemorrhagic fever group, Lassa fever is milder and can be treated and cured if defected early. Therefore, any persistent fever should be reported to the nearest public health facility.
“Residents are urged to watch out for the signs and symptoms of Lassa fever which typically occur with incubation period of 1-3 weeks after the patient comes into contact with the virus. Early symptoms of the disease include fever, headache, chills, diarrheas, nausea, vomiting, sore throat, backache, and joint pains.
“Late symptoms include bleeding from the eyes, ears and nose, bleeding from the mouth and rectum, eye swelling, swelling of the genitals and rashes all over the body that often contain blood. It could progress to coma, shock and death,” he said.
While stating that drugs and other materials have been prepositioned at the designated facilities across the State, Idris said isolation centres have equally been prepared to manage suspected and confirmed cases, adding that the State Government is fully prepared to manage the situation and as such people should not panic for whatever reasons.
On steps to be taken to prevent the spread of the disease, Idris urged residents to “avoid contact with rats, ensure proper collection and disposal of waste, cover all foods including left-overs and water properly, wash their hands properly before and after cooking of foods, block all rat hideouts and store food items in rodent-proof containers.”
Wizkid and Dammy Krane settles rift at Obafemi Martin's home
The football star shared the photo above and wrote "It all started at my party on Thursday at Quilox and settled here at my house @wizkidayo and@big_daddy_krane are cool ".
