Massage therapy is one of the oldest healing arts. It induces physiological changes that not only make you feel better but also reduces the blood level of circulating stress hormones and helps to enhance immune function. Massage dates as far back as 3000 B.C. as documented by ancient Chinese records. Ancient Hindus, Persians and Egyptians also used massage therapy to heal many ailments. Part of Hippocrates’ teachings recommended the use of rubbing and friction to treat joint and circulatory problems. In present times, the benefits of massage are varied. Massage is used as a part of physical rehabilitation and has proved beneficial in the treatment of many conditions including low back pain, fatigue, arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, infertility, immune suppression, depression, bursitis and smoking cessation. Massage also helps relieve the stress of everyday living that if left unchecked can lead to illness and diseas

The history of Lagos State would not be complete without the mention of Brigadier-General Mobolaji Johnson. As the first military governor of Lagos State, under General Yakubu Gowon, he ruled and left office with an unblemished record between 1967-1975.

Born in Lagos in 1936, Mobolai Johnson began his educational career at Reagan Memorial Baptist School, Yaba in 1941. From there he proceeded to the popular Hussey College in Warri and finished in 1954. In 1959, he began his military training at the Officer Cadet Training School in Ghana. Several other training followed at Mons Officer Cadet School Aldershot and Royal Military Academy, Sandhurt.

It was fun all the way Penultimate Thursday in Lagos when M-NET, producers of Tinsel, a glamorous soap opera held a launch party for the cast and crew . The party which took place at Meidici in Victoria Island, was aimed at ushering in season three of the programme. Several notable faces in the entertainment and fashion industry graced the event.

By REMI DIAGBARE The Lagoon Restaurant was venue of the maiden edition of ‘Nigeria Wine & Sprit Festival’, organized by Spronks Creations Ltd. The festival’s theme was: ‘From Vineyard to Bottle: The Great Tradition’. It brought together wine makers, distillers, wholesalers, retailers and wine connoisseurs under one roof. The three-day festival was held between 4th […]

The National Executive Committee, NEC, of the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, has dissolved the party’s Reform Forum led by former Senate President and Speaker of the House of Representatives, Senator Ken Nnamani and Aminu Bellon Masari.