Former Vice President, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, yesterday kept mum over President Goodluck Jonathan’s reported criticism of Nigerian politicians playing ethnic cards for the purpose of realising their ambitions but said “these are unusual timesâ€.
I sit back these days and wonder why telling lies seems to be in vogue. When I was growing up, it was a shameful thing to lie; and, if you were caught, you are on your own, because there’s a probability that one of your parents will expose you and get all the other [...]
Members of the Northern Political Leaders’ Forum, the new group championing the retention of the geo-political zoning arrangement in the country ahead of next year’s presidential elections have intensified efforts to bring to fruition its resolutions of penultimate Thursday’s meeting, Sunday Vanguard can reveal.
The 36 State Governors in the country have rejected the proposal by the National Assembly (NASS) that Nigerians seeking elective officers must possess a minimum of Ordinary National Diploma (OND). They have also rejected financial autonomy for the legislature in the states.
New research shows that the secret to defying age is what you eat! This approach to skin care may seem boring as the switch to an anti-aging, pro-skin diet does not achieve overnight results. As we get older and become more susceptible to oxidative stress, the importance of nutrition in relation to skin health [...]
The United Nations, UN has disclosed that Nigeria is now a major importer of forest products with an overall 3.5 % deforestation rate.
In 2002, the imports of forest products alone cost the $123 million even though Nigeria has abundant forest resources.
I get a lot of inquiries from women who burn with every touch-up. I cannot emphasize enough, the importance of planning when your scalp is sensitive. If your scalp reacts adversely to chemical cream Relaxer, you must plan ahead, so that the scalp is calm before chemical application and therefore less likely to be traumatized by the relaxing agent. Accept your sensitivity, embrace it. Do not compare your situation with any other. Yes, your friend may be able to go swimming for an hour or two, visit her stylist on the way from the pool for a touch-up with super strength Relaxer, and NOT burn; truth is your friend is not you!
Bangles has a long history of enhancing grace and beauty in women. Bangles have survived the tests of time. The tradition of wearing bangles in India began in ancient times, and continues today, with women wearing gold or glass bangles in pairs, one or more on each arm. Till date they continue to be a mark of beauty and elegance. Their vibrant colours, patterns, musical jingle, tinkling sound and traditional value have ensured the reason they have remained an all time accessory for women
Former Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) Mr. Michael Aondoakaa has said that he does not pose any security threat and that he has not been banned from travelling to the United States (US).
One of the season’s hot trend is the blazer. It is a must-have. Blazers have been an important part of a woman’s wardrobe for decades and that includes the 1980’s when shoulder pads was in vogue. The key to working this fashion piece is to ensure you get one that fits you perfectly.
You find yourself having a “bad day.†Things are just not going right. You feel frustrated, uneasy, and even miserable. Do you have to continue to spiral further into difficulty or can you shift your energy to feel better?
You have more power to think and feel well than you might yet understand.
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The Black Stars of Ghana yesterday beat the United States 2-1 in a round of 16 match played at the Royal Bafokeng Stadium in Rustenburg, South Africa to cruise into the quarter finals of the World Cup thus keeping Africa’s flag flying after five other countries, Algeria, Cote d’Ivoire, Cameroon, Nigeria and host, South Africa crashed out in the first round.
President Barack Obama, whose father was Kenyan, will host a 50th anniversary celebration of 18 African nations’ independence in Washington this summer, senior U.S. officials said on Friday.
The Police in Abuja on Friday rescued a British Citizen, Mr. Ian Weaver, who was abducted last Tuesday, at about 11. 45 pm while on his way to Sheraton Hotels, with the abductors demanding the sum of $3million dollars as ransom for his release.
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