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Heatwave: Drink plenty water, resident doctors issue safety tips

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5 months ago

February 17, 2024

The Nigerian Association of Resident Doctors has issued health safety guidelines for the heatwave currently being experienced in parts of the country.

The association made the advisory in a message posted via its X handle on Saturday.

The advisory, titled, ‘Stay safe in the heatwave,’ read, “As temperatures soar, it’s crucial to stay vigilant and take care of ourselves.”

The association warns “that the extreme temperatures could provoke ill health, endanger eutherian and may cause death. Staying safe in hot weather is essential for your well-being. Let us look out for each other and take the necessary precautions to stay healthy.”

The tips are as follows:

Stay hydrated: Drink plenty of water throughout the day to stay hydrated. Avoid excessive caffeine and alcohol, as they can contribute to dehydration.
Wear loose, light-weight and light-coloured to help your body stay cool.

Seek shade: Limit your time outdoors during the hottest part of the day, typically between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. If you must be outside, seek shade whenever possible.
Take cool showers or baths as they can help lower your body temperature and provide relief from the heat.

Know the signs of heat-related illnesses: Be aware of symptoms such as dizziness, nausea, headache, rapid heartbeats and confusion. Seek medical attention immediately if you or someone you know experiences these symptoms.

The Nigerian Meteorological Agency had said that the excessive heat being experienced in the country presently would remain for a while.

NiMET disclosed this in its weather and climate update posted on its official X page on Wednesday.

The agency, in the post, also outlined the weather implications and guided the public on how to manage the situation.

“Air Temperatures hit 41°C over the North and 39°C over the South with model projections indicating temperatures to remain high in the coming days,” NiMET said.

The agency listed the implications of the heat, noting, “This could also cause fainting; chickenpox disease, measles, heat rash, weakness of the body, slight fever, and dry lips; heat-related illnesses; respiratory issues; and increased vulnerability to chronic conditions.”

However, NiMET advised citizens to ensure adequate fluid intake. seek shade, use fans, and wear light, breathable clothing to reduce exposure to high temperatures, amongst others.

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Senate confirms death of Senator Ifeanyi Ubah

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43 mins ago

July 27, 2024

Austin Ojomah

Senate spokesperson, Yemi Adaramodu has confirmed the death of the Senator representing Anambra South, Ifeanyi Ubah.

Senator Ubah who recently defected from the Young Progressives Party, YPP to the ruling All Progressives Congress, APC died in a London hotel in United Kingdom two days after leaving Nigeria.

Ubah who contested the 2014 Governorship election in Anambra State under the Labour Party, LP died at the age of 52 reportedly of cardiac arrest.

The Chairman, Senate Committee on Petroleum Downstream was in London to attend his son’s graduation.

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Just in: Nigerian Senator, Ubah reportedly dies in London

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2 hours ago

July 27, 2024

Austin Ojomah

The Senator representing Anambra South Senatorial district and an oil mogul, Ifeanyi Ubah is reportedly dead.

According to monitored reports, he passed on in London.

Details as to what caused his death are yet unknown.

Details shortly…

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After 6 months relaxation in Kuje prison, Bobrisky set to regain freedom as netizens react

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2 hours ago

July 27, 2024

Austin Ojomah

Popular cross-dresser Idris Olanrewaju Okuneye, popularly known as Bobrisky, is expected to regain his freedom on Monday after completing a six-month jail term for abusing naira notes.

Recall that Justice Abimbola Awogboro of the Federal High Court, Lagos, stated that the judgment would serve as a deterrent to others who are fond of abusing and mutilating naira.

Before the sentence, the judge asked Bobrisky about his sex, to which he quickly replied that he is a man.

The judge ruled that the jail term would commence on March 24, 2024, the day of his arrest.

Netizens have taken to their various social media platforms to express their opinions about Bobrisky’s return to society.

See some of the reactions below:

Labeh Albert Jadoncy: “Shame go catch am we have the video he told the judge he was a man patiently waiting for senior man’s return”

Emma Nuella:”Lagos people will be the happiest! Their mummy is about to be released”

Onifade Temitope Busayo: “So he can come out to continue his rubbi$H…….I hope he had passed through good training”

Enkay Enykay: “No be to come out be the koko, shey him go dey act normal? I mean shey him go dey dress as man??? If not let him go back. After all ever since wey him no dey we get peace!”

Benjamin Utoro: “I think he was just trying to escape the responsibility of being a man in Nigeria”

Maryjane Rita: “I don miss Bobrisky oooo they should release him for me”

Edna Nkechinyere Wolugboms: “So soon! Pls allow him a little more so his brain can be reset. Since his stay a lot of all this he/she people have reduce now in Nigeria.”

Linda Ogbata: “Hope the bwess and Nyash are still intact?”

Eze B Blessing Vivian: “Wow I’m happy he’s coming out. But my problem now is ,if he come out and stay one week in his house.. he’ll be like I was happy and having fun there but is cos I miss you guys I told my man I want to come home”

MEKO KO Comedy: “Since they took her to prison I haven’t slept well… You can see I really miss him, I hope she’s fine?”

Osazee Edosa: “Come out to do what
To mislead the youth again
To show to us that God made a mistake for being a man. He should just remain there”