10 things you need to know this Sunday morning

Good morning! Here is today’s summary from Nigerian Newspapers 1. Oil business magnate and the Managing Director of Capital Oil and Gas Limited, Dr. Ifeanyi Patrick Ubah yesterday formally dumped the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, for the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA. Ubah also declared his support for the Governor of Anambra state and candidate of the All Progressives Grand Alliance, APGA in the November 18 Governorship Election, Chief Willie Obiano. 2. The presidency Saturday released the full list of all the appointees of President Muhammadu Buhari. The release, according to Buhari’s media aide, Femi Adesina, was in response to the recent media report that 81 of the 100 appointments made by Buhari were from the North, while the other regions shared the remaining 19 appointments. 3. A First Republic Minister of Aviation, Mbazulike Amaechi has faulted the manner with which President Muhammadu Buhari handled Nnamdi Kanu and his Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, secessionist group. The 88-year-old and the only surviving member of the pre-independence Zikist, said President Buhari handled the Nnamdi Kanu’s issue with his deep hatred for Igbo people, insisting that the President has personal hatred for Igbos. 4. A socio-political group, G42 Imo Liberation Forum, has warned the Okorocha government to desist from “waste of tax payers’ money”. The group said it received information that the administration is set to spend N850m on erecting a tree ahead of Christmas celebration. 5. Former Minister of Aviation, Femi Fani-Kayode, has lamented the tragic events that happen to those who occupy Nigeria’s number one seat and their loved ones or individuals who show interest in the position, saying the death of Jide Tinubu was tragic. According to him, one year and six months before the 2019 presidential election, Asiwaju Ahmed Bola Tinubu, former Governor of Lagos state, APC National Leader, Buhari’s closest and most powerful ally in southern Nigeria and a man who, it is rumoured, ​h​imself has presidential ambition lost his first son. 6. Twin explosions ‎rocked Enugu Saturday morning as residents filled out to cast their votes in the Local Government election which held in the State. The explosions occurred simultaneously at Coal Camp in Enugu North Local Government Area and Obeagu in Enugu-South Council Area. 7. Nigerian Air Force (NAF) yesterday bombarded Boko Haram terrorists holding a meeting inside Sambisa forest. Air Commodore, Olatokunbo Adesanya, Director of Public Relations and Information, said the fighter jets conducted an air interdiction mission on a large structure in Talala, a location in Sambisa occupied by Boko Haram. 8. Kogi State Governor, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has snubbed the ongoing 2017 edition of Kabba Day over fear of been attacked by angry youths in the area. It was gathered that the governor was already in Kabba to attend the annual occasion before news filtered around that some youths at the same occasion which the governor was to attend attacked Senator Dino Melaye, lawmaker representing Kogi West in the National Assembly. 9. The Vice President of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Prof Yemi Osinbajo, yesterday said that Nigeria will be destroyed easily if the country is separated into tiny countries. According to him, the country is better together; stronger together than separated, noting that there was nothing to be gained by being separated. 10. On the foreign scene, Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe on Saturday threatened to sack his deputy, Emmerson Mnangagwa. He made the declaration at a rally where his wife Grace was booed by some party supporters.

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This Will Surprise You – Checkout The 7 Surprising Benefits Of Drinking ‘Hot Water’

It has become an everyday ritual for you to kick off your day with a hot cup of coffee or tea to warm your body. When you drink water, you prefer it cold. But do you know that regularly drinking very warm water, especially in the morning has a handful of benefits? Well, if you don’t, read on to discover the surprising benefits of drinking hot water! 1. Shed weight If you are trying to shed a few kilos, then endeavour to drink a glass of hot water and lemon in the morning. Besides this, hot water will also help to break down the body fat. 2. Improves blood circulation When you drink hot water, the fat deposits in the body are eliminated. This flushes out the toxins that are circulating throughout the body and then enhances blood circulation. 3. Aids digestion Hot water can dissolve things you’ve eaten that your body might have had difficulty digesting. 4. Relieves nasal and throat congestion Drinking hot water is a natural way to deal with colds, coughs and a sore throat. It helps to remove phlegm from the respiratory tract. As such, it can offer relief from a sore throat. It also helps in clearing nasal congestion. 5. Menstrual pains Hot water can also help in reducing menstrual pains. The heat of the water has a calming and soothing effect on the abdominal muscles, which eventually can help to cure cramps. 6. Prevents premature ageing Toxins make the body to age faster. One of the ways to get rid of toxins and detoxify your body is by drinking hot water. So, know that hot water can delay the ageing process. 7. Constipation Drinking very warm water in the morning on an empty stomach can help improve bowel movements and aid constipation while breaking down foods as they smoothly pass through the intestines. This will help return your body back to normal functioning.

Houses In No. 4 Are Cheap – Checkout The 5 Best Places To Live In Lagos

Currently planning on moving or buying a house in Lagos? Then you should consider this places in Lagos, especially if you have kids. We’ll be ranking this based on schools, crime and safety, accessibility, quiet and peaceful domain and ideal environment for families. 1. Ikoyi Ikoyi is one of the best neighbourhoods on the coveted Lagos Island. It has some great schools and plenty of choices to make a pick from, from nursery through secondary. Crime and safety rank favourably, and the quiet and peaceful feel of the place makes for just the ideal environment for families. 2. Yaba Yaba located on Lagos mainland is known as the Silicon Valley of Nigeria. Majority of internet start-ups like Co-Creation hub, Andela and others has turned Yaba to one of the most sought-after locations. Yaba may not be better than many places in terms of housing and economics, but it has good public schools and generally an ideal environment for families. The nightlife is unlike any other, with trendy eateries, hip bars and stylish clubs aplenty. It also accommodates major schools in Lagos like The University of Lagos located in Akoka, Queens College and Yaba College of Technology making Yaba a place for the younger generation. 3. Ikeja Ikeja is regarded as the central business district of Lagos. It houses most government parastatals with both the Governor’s office and government house located in Ikeja. Ikeja is also a highly industrial area with several companies and really good schools. Let’s not fail to mention the Government Residential Areas that are very conducive for your children. 4. Magodo Although Magodo lies toward the outskirts of Lagos in close proximity to Ikeja and Ojodu Berger. Magodo is basically a residential area that is known to be home to some affluent people of society. It may not be better than many places in terms of accessibility, but it has good public schools and generally an ideal environment for families. 5. Lekki – Ajah Lekki to Ajah axis is another area in Lagos that offers an excellent setting for families looking to settle in the state. Ajah might sound like some remote middle-of-nowhere place, but it actually does offer some great employment opportunities. When you throw in additional perks such as friendly residents, great schools and jobs that are just around the corner, and top-notch medical facilities, you couldn’t wish for more.

A Must Know – See The 4 Things Most People Don’t Know About Africa

There is so much about Africa that many don’t know, even some of those who are from and live in Africa. Here are the 4 things most people don’t know about Africa. See below:- 1. Africa Is Home To One Of The Oldest Universities In The World The University of Timbuktu is one of the oldest universities in the world, established in 982 CE. After Timbuktu was occupied in the 1591 Battle of Tondibi, the University went into decline and many of the University’s scholars were killed or exiled. 2. The World’s Biggest Frog Is Found In Equatorial Guinea And Cameroon The world’s biggest frog, also called the Goliath Frog or Conraua Goliath, which can grow up to a foot long and weighs up to 8lb, has a small habitat range in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea. The number of this species has dwindled over the years because of habitat destruction and its collection for food and pet trade. The frogs have now been classified as an ‘endangered species’. 3. Sudan Has More Than 200 Pyramids, Which Is Double The Number Found In Egypt The Nubian pyramids in Sudan were built by the rulers of the ancient Kushite kingdom. The pyramids are recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Approximately 255 pyramids were constructed at the three sites in Nubia (Kerma, Napata and Meroe) over a period of some hundred years. The Meroe pyramids, which were part of the Nubian Kingdom of Kush, are believed to be up to 4,600 years old. 4. Africa Is The Only Continent To Extend From The Northern Temperate Zone To The Southern Temperate Zone Africa is considered the world’s hottest continent and the second driest continent after Australia. It is four times the size of Europe, and its straighter shores means it has a shorter overall coastline.

Checkout 5 Beautiful Countries To Go This Christmas Without Spending More Than N100k

Information is power. You don’t really need One Million Naira or more before you go on vacation. As a matter of fact, there are a variety of ways to have a sweet vacation without breaking the bank. You can travel out of Nigeria with as little as N100k and enjoy yourself. See where you can travel to below:- 1. Grand Popo, Benin Nothing as beautiful as the ocean and relaxing in a beach house. Escape to your neighbourhood country the Benin Republic and journey to the beautiful Grand Popo for almost nothing. Three nights in this luxurious place can cost N48,000 and less. 2. Lome, Togo Lomé is the capital of Togo, in West Africa and it’s known for its palm-lined Atlantic coastline. Sweet Sweet Lome is a must visit place. Not only is their currency lower than the Naira, food is cheap and hotels are cheaper! Escape Nigeria and go hide at the luxurious beaches of Lome and sample their local foods. 3. Jayz Lodge, Ghana Enjoy walking up a canopy and an adrenaline-filled zip line experience at Ghana’s Jayz lodge. For less than N100,000 take yourself and friends on a road trip to Koforidua, Ghana and enjoy a thrilling experience. 4. Cameroon With high mountains, incredible waterfalls, wide hiking space, bubbling wildlife among other attractions, Cameroon has so much to offer. Cameroon is another great destination if you are vacationing on a budget. Food is cheap, hotels are for next to nothing. Basically, life is chilled in Cameroon. 5. Liberia Around Monrovia are palm-lined beaches like Silver and CeCe. Along the coast, beach towns include the port of Buchanan, as well as laid-back Robertsport, known for its strong surf.

No 3 Will Shock You – Checkout The 4 Things Igbo People Can’t Just Do Without

Igbo Kwenu! The Igbo people are an ethnic group native to the southeastern and some part of the south central Nigeria. They are an interesting people with a culturally rich heritage and are indeed admirable. 1. Gatherings For their gatherings, the Igbos prefer a silent and quiet environment. Some might assume that this might make their gatherings dull, but this is totally not the case. The Igbos have a way of making themselves happy even amidst the silence and quietness through some philosophical type discussions, sharing drinks and basically privately relating within themselves, family members and a couple of friends. 2. Appreciation Igbo women are typically raised to be bold and somewhat comfortable with their sexuality. If an Igbo woman likes a man, it will show in no time in the way she relates with him and behaves around him. However, if an Igbo woman doesn’t like a man, she is unlikely to turn him down harshly rather she will continue to be a friend to the man, pet his head, keep him at arm’s length while still giving him just the right amount of attention to know she appreciates his affection towards her. 3. Proverbs There is hardly a Nigerian tribe that loves the use of proverbs like the Igbos. The use of proverbs seems to be embedded in the very foundation of the culture of the Igbo people. Even when there are fights, especially amongst themselves, they are not accustomed to getting physical. They will typically raise their voices and very sternly make their points and end by delivering threats to one another which are usually in form of proverbs before walking away. 4. Business The Igbos are arguably the most business savvy tribe in the country. When it comes to entrepreneurial ventures, they are known to take the front seat. There is a common saying: “Give an Igbo man one thousand naira and he will make a million out of it”. Though this might not be true in every circumstance, you have to admit that there is hardly a group of people more business and entrepreneurially inclined as the Igbos. This is because Igbos seem to be the ones with the larger propensity for risk taking that business and entrepreneurial ventures involve.

Must See – 5 Real Things That Make Lagos Different From Other Nigerian Cities

Eko a.k.a (Lagos) is a city of many sides. You find the good, the bad and the ugly like most global metropolitan centers and this makes Lagos an exciting place to be. Any first time visitor to the state will always marvel at the way Lagosians survive and when they experience this, they wouldn’t want to return to the places they came from. They want more. This kind of enthralling, eye-catching and heart-thumping experiences are absent in other Nigeria cities. 1. Lagos Have South-Easterners Representing Them In The House Of Assembly Lagos is the only state in Nigeria where you have people whose ancestry cannot be traced to the Yoruba heritage representing them in a position as high as the National Assembly. This is why Lagos is regarded as Nigeria’s melting pot. Many expect that very soon, the city will have a non-Yoruba governor at the helm of State affairs especially as the metropolis plans to become a mega city by 2020. 2. The Expensive House Rent Renting a house in Lagos is expensive. Whether in the highbrow areas or the hinterland, the price of rent is one of the highest in West Africa and the main culprits are the agents who hike the prices, leaving residents hapless. Interestingly, the same amount of money you can use to rent a flat in Lagos can get you a bungalow in Abeokuta. 3. The Hustle On The Highway Is Real On the highway, you can buy ingredients to prepare a tasty pot of soup without even visiting the market. Not only ingredients but also other household items. The constant presence of hawkers is one of the many things that makes the city unique. Many people say if you work hard in Lagos, you will survive. Well…this is actually true. 4. The Partying And Night Crawling Despite all the hustling, the stress of traffic, and tension of working a 9am to 5pm job; Lagosians are still a lot cheerful as they never hesitate to enjoy themselves to the fullest whenever they have the chance. This why bars and nightclubs frequented by fun seekers are always filled out in the evenings. 5. Lagosians Love Their Gala And Lacasera Lagos is like no other city when it comes to street food. From suya, to kilishi, fried yam, akara (beancake), boiled plantain, roasted corn and not forgetting Gala and Lacasera, which is every one’s favourite nibble in traffic. It is what many people on a hot afternoon or an evening after work in Lagos buy when they are hungry.

Very Important Notice to UNILAG Prospective Students

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Now Available – MOUAU School Fees Schedule for the 2017/2018 Academic Session

Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike, MOUAU school fees schedule for the 2017/2018 academic session. This is to inform all the undergraduate (both fresh and returning) students of the Michael Okpara University of Agriculture, Umudike (MOUAU) that the university management has released the school fees schedule for 2017/2018 academic session. See: MOUAU Academic Calendar MOUAU SCHOOL FEES. Fresh Students. ACCEPTANCE FEE ₦20,000.00 OTHER REGISTRATION CHARGES FOR ALL COLLEGES ₦ 41,000.00 NEW HOSTEL ₦50,000.00 NOTE: REMITA CHARGE OF ₦500 WILL BE ADDED TO THE ABOVE CHARGES Returning Students REGISTRATION CHARGES SIWES VET MEDICINE ₦35,500 CEET/COLPAS/COLNAS/CASE/CAFST ₦33,500 ₦34,300 COLMAS/CASAP/CCSS/CAERSE/CNREM/CGCS ₦31,500 ₦32,300 NEW HOSTEL (OPTIONAL) ₦50,000 OLD HOSTEL (OPTIONAL) ₦10,000