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Flood submerges Fed varsity Lafia halls
By Kayode Sanni-Arewa
Floodwaters have submerged some lecture halls at the Faculty of Arts, Federal University of Lafia, in Nasarawa State, disrupting lectures in the affected departments.
Some 200-level students, speaking on the condition of anonymity, expressed their frustration. They reported that the floods have severely disrupted their studies, making it difficult to hold lectures in the flooded halls.
One student said, “We are going through a difficult time. Our examinations are fast approaching, and our lecturers are struggling to conduct classes in these conditions.”
Students highlighted that some lectures had to be rescheduled, and many had to stand outside the lecture halls due to overcrowding and floodwater inside.
They appealed to both federal and state governments to urgently address the situation, especially with second-semester exams approaching. They warned that without immediate action, the structural integrity of the university buildings could be compromised.
The students criticised the placement of some university buildings in low-lying areas and urged the federal government to send land surveyors to address the persistent flooding issues.
However, the Nasarawa State government is taking steps to mitigate the effects of floods in vulnerable tertiary institutions across the state.
The Commissioner for Special Duties on Humanitarian Services and NGOs, Princess Margaret Elayo, disclosed this after inspecting the Multi-purpose Hall of the Faculty of Arts, which was heavily impacted by the flood.
Princess Elayo expressed concern over the situation and assured the university management of government support, urging students to remain calm as efforts are already underway to address the issue.
During her visit, Princess Elayo inspected several submerged lecture halls, including those for English and Literary Studies, History and International Studies within the Faculty of Arts. She also visited the Faculty of Sciences, Faculty of Social Sciences, and the Faculty of Visual and Creative Arts.
“The purpose of my visit is to gather first-hand information and to assess the extent of the damage caused by the floods,” she said.
She promised to engage with the Nasarawa State Emergency Management Agency (NASEMA) to explore possible solutions and ensure the swift return of students to their normal academic activities.
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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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