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SDP throws weight behind Nationwide Protest Against Economic Hardship
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
As Nigerians count days towards the forth coming Nationwide protest against the economic hardship in the country, the leadership of the Social Democratic Party, SDP has endosorsed the protest, describing It as timely in the interest of the Nigerian masses
Speaking with news men in Abuja on Wednesday, the National Chairman of the opposition Party, Alhaji Shehu Musa Gabam, called on the citizens do so peacefully so as to avoid being highjacked .
Alhaji Gabam while expressing total support for the protest urged security agencies to be civil in responding to the yearnings of Nigerians saying that the struggle for a better Nigeria ” is the responsibility of all irrespective of political differences and dispositions”.
According to him, to the citizens of Nigeria. SDP appeals to every citizen coming out to ventilate their displeasure in the rallies to do so peacefully.
“Being conscious of the fact that we have no other country except Nigeria. we in the Social Democratic Party support the protest,We also call on all security agencies to be civil in responding to the yearnings and concerns of millions of Nigerians.
“They must stay aware that the protesters are their brothers and sisters not enemies of the state. We believe in the welfare and the future of the country.
“Security agents must remember that we share the same markets, hospitals, the burden of school fees, bills and other groceries which means the same burden of responsibility by implication.
“The struggle for a better Nigeria is the responsibility of all irrespective of our political differences and dispositions.”
The SDP Chairman said the Party would continue to call on the government to stand with the people and fight for a better Nigeria where everyone has access to opportunities, justice and prosperity.
According to him, “we support this rally and its demand for improved economic policies that benefit all Nigerians not just a select few; increased investment in education, healthcare and infrastructure; massive investment in the agricultural sector that would increase food production and farming methods; provision of a more comprehensive healthcare plan that caters to the needs of unique and multilayers of the country; and an end to corruption and impunity. respect for human rights and the rule of law.
“We urge the government to listen to the voices of its citizens and take concrete steps to address our grievances.
“We would continue to call on the government to stand with the people and fight for a better Nigeria where everyone has access to opportunities, justice and prosperity.
“Together let us demand a government that works for all Nigerians, not just a privileged few. Let us march together towards a brighter future where our children can grow and strive with dignity,”
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See Photos of World’s Tallest and Shortest Women Meet for Afternoon Tea in London
The world’s tallest woman and the world’s shortest woman met for the first time this week, sipping tea from china cups — and bonding over what they have in common while celebrating their differences.
Jyoti Amge, shortest woman, and Rumeysa Gelgi, tallest woman, meet for the first time and share afternoon tea
Rumeysa Gelgi, from Turkey, stands at 7 feet and 0.7 inches, while Jyoti Amge, from India, is 2 feet and 0.7 inches.
Jyoti Amge, shortest woman, and Rumeysa Gelgi, tallest woman, meet for the first time and share afternoon tea
Jyoti Amge, shortest woman, and Rumeysa Gelgi, tallest woman, meet for the first time and share afternoon tea
Jyoti Amge, shortest woman, and Rumeysa Gelgi, tallest woman, meet for the first time and share afternoon tea
“You’re so beautiful,” said Gelgi, 27. “Thank you — you too,” replied Amge, 30.
Their meeting, over afternoon tea at London’s Savoy Hotel on Tuesday, came ahead of Guinness World Records Day, which is held annually in November to mark record-breaking achievements and encourage people to attempt records. The pair have been honored as “World Record icons” in the 70th anniversary edition of the Guinness World Records book.
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“Meeting Jyoti for the first time was wonderful,” Gelgi said in a release Wednesday. “She’s the most gorgeous lady. I was waiting to meet her for a long time.”
Gelgi said the pair bonded over their love for makeup, jewelry and doing their nails.
Video footage showed them sitting down for tea, cakes and sandwiches stacked next to them, with the London Eye visible from the window.
Amge said in the release that she was “so happy to look up” and see the world’s tallest woman, whom she called “good-natured.” She added that it was difficult at times for the pair to make eye contact “due to our height difference.”
“Guinness World Records is all about celebrating differences,” its editor in chief, Craig Glenday, said in a statement ahead of Guinness World Record Day, which is on Thursday.
“By bringing together these two amazing, iconic women, they can share their perspectives on life with each other and, also, with us,” Glenday said.
Gelgi’s record-breaking height is due to a rare genetic condition called Weaver syndrome, which causes rapid growth, according to the National Organization for Rare Disorders.
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The primary symptom is growth and bone development that occurs faster than usual, making those affected taller than average. People with Weaver syndrome may have rigid muscles and difficulty extending their elbows or knees.
Gelgi used a walking aid for support during the pair’s meeting. Her case of Weaver syndrome was the 27th ever diagnosed and the first in Turkey, according to Guinness World Records.
Weaver syndrome is generally caused by changes in the EZH2 gene, according to the NORD, though the organization notes that some people with Weaver syndrome do not have a mutation in the gene.
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Amge, an actor who played the character of Ma Petite in the television series “American Horror Story,” has a genetic growth disorder that occurs in the early stages of fetal development, known as achondroplasia.
According to Johns Hopkins, the condition causes shorter bones, abnormally shaped bones and shorter stature. While the genetic defect can be passed from parent to child, in about 80 percent of cases, achondroplasia results from a spontaneous mutation that occurs in the developing embryo.
On Thursday, Gelgi shared photos on Instagram of the two exploring London despite the cold weather, posing side by side in front of Tower Bridge.
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