Doctor, Nurse Arrested As Patient Allegedly Dies After Abortion

The Ogun Police Command says it has arrested one Dr. Olawale Raji and a nurse, Funmilayo Olusegun, for allegedly carrying out an abortion that led to the death of one Aminat Atisola.

The suspects were reported to have been arrested on Thursday, 26th July, 2018.

The state Police Public Relations Officer, Abimbola Oyeyemi, said their arrest followed a complaint from Bose Kazeem, a resident of Atan, Ota, who is the sister of the deceased.

He said Aminat was two months’ pregnant and had contracted the service of the two suspects who worked in a private hospital for the abortion.

Oyeyemi said that the suspects carried out the illegal abortion in the house of the victim.

He disclosed that trouble started when Aminat developed complications shortly after the abortion was carried out, and that she died as she was being rushed to the Federal Medical Centre, Abeokuta.

Oyeyemi said when the Divisional Police Officer, Onipanu Divisional headquarters of the command at Ota, Sangobiyi Johnson, got the report, he led his team of detectives to the scene where the two medical practitioners were promptly arrested.

He said Aminat’s remains have been deposited in the mortuary of the State General Hospital, Ota, for post mortem examination.

Meanwhile, the state Commissioner for Police, Ahmed Iliyasu, has ordered that the suspects be transferred to homicide section of the State Criminal Investigation and Intelligence Department, Abeokuta, for proper investigation and prosecution.

He warned that “abortion remains illegal and whoever is caught engaging in it without any medical justification will have the law of the land to contend with.”

By Mercy Kukah

Buhari To Honour Imam Who Saved 300 Christians During Plateau Attack

Plateau State Governor Simon Bako Lalong yesterday said President Muhammadu Buhari would honour an 83-year-old Imam, Abdullahi Abubakar, who recently shielded and saved about 300 Christians from attackers in Nghar Yelwa village of Barikin Ladi Local Government of the state. 

Speaking in Jos at the opening of a three-day peace and security conference organized by Plateau State Peace Building Agency, Lalong said Buhari had asked him to bring the imam to Abuja for a national honour and presidential handshake.

He said: “It was only God who knows why he (Imam) did it at that age, it is now for us to study what he did and to also see how we would do to maintain peace.

“Let’s us use his example to maintain peace not only in Plateau, but in Nigeria, because what he did that time not only saved the people of Barikin Ladi, not only of Plateau state but the whole of this country,” he said.


By Mercy Kukah

#MANCRUSHMONDAY

Ahmed Indimi is our #MCM for this week. Ahmed Indimi is the son of one of the richest entrepreneurs in Nigeria and founder and chairman of Oriental Energy, Mohammed Indimi.

Ahmed Indimi was born on the 22nd of November in Borno state. He attended Global International College in Lagos for his degree foundation program and went to complete his Degree in Information
Technology at the American Intercontinental University in Atlanta, USA.

Ahmed holds an MBA in Internet Security at the same Institution where he completed his degree program. His humble and hardworking nature gave him an opportunity to serve as the treasurer of the Student Union Government at the London Campus of the American Intercontinental University.

Ahmed is a hard-working young man who is worth a fortune just like his billionaire father. And for these reasons Ahmed is currently the head of Crude Oil marketing at Oriental Energy Resources. Ahmed can speak several foreign languages, including English and Arabic. 

Ahmed rose to fame after he got married to the daughter of Nigeria’s President Zahra Buhari in December 2016. And together they have a cute son Muhammad named after their fathers.

BY MAIMUNA BAGUDU

55-Year-Old Woman Throws Grandchild Into Well To Teach Daughter-In-law Lesson

A woman identify as Aisha Ibrahim, has been arrested by the police in Niger state for killing her two-year-old grandchild. Aisha was said to have tied her grandchild with a rope and threw her inside a well in their compound at Karaya Fulani Camp in the Rafi local government area of the state. The woman, Northern city news reports committed the crime to get at the mother of the deceased, who is her daughter in-law.

It was gathered that Aisha threw the child into the well, when her son, Bello and his wife left her grandchild in her care to attend a christening at a neighbouring village. Aisha who was said to have been at loggerheads with her daughter-in-law said she threw the child into the well to teach her a lesson.

She lamented that since her son married his wife, there had been a lot of unresolved issues. She said: “I told my husband to tell his son to divorce his wife but he did not listen to me. My daughter-in-law is fond of insulting and assaulting me all the time and the only way I could pay her back was to tie her daughter with the rope and throw her inside a well to die so that she will equally feel the pains and agony I have been going through.

“We have been living in peace as one big family before my son married her; I have 12 children and all of us are living in one compound; she cannot come from somewhere to destroy the family I have suffered for years to keep, it is unacceptable. “It was temptation, I didn’t know when I did it, I can’t just tell but may Allah forgive me. Honestly, it was a wicked act that can never be accepted anywhere in the world," Aisha said. 

Confirming the incident, the spokesperson for Niger police command, Muhammad Abubakar, said the suspect had confessed to the crime and regretted her action. He also said that Aisha would be arraigned in court after investigation.

By Mercy K.

Nigerian Footballer Ahmed Musa Welcome Baby Boy With Wife Juliet

Popular Nigerian footballer and the highest goal scorer who made his country proud at the just concluded World Cup 2018 held in Russia,  just welcomed a bouncing baby boy with his beautiful wife, Juliet Ejue. The football star on Thursday, July 26, took to his social media handle to announce and share a picture of his bouncing baby boy. 

Musa’s post reads:

“I would like to announce to you all that moments ago Allah blessed me with a beautiful baby boy! Words cannot describe this feeling!”

By Mercy K.

Two Women Docked For Allegedly Faking Own Kidnap

Two women, Dorcas Adilewa and Ifeoluwa Olubanjo, were yesterday brought before a Yaba Magistrates’ Court in Lagos for allegedly conspiring to fake the abduction of Adilewa to collect ransom from her family. Adilewa, 19, and Olubanjo, 20, are facing a two-count charge, bordering on conspiracy and kidnap with intent to demand ransom.

According to the prosecutor, ASP Nurudeen Thomas, the two women committed the offences on July 12 at Ketu, near Lagos. He alleged that the women conspired to present Adilewa as being kidnapped in order to collect ransom from her father, Taiwo Adilewa.

“My lord, they made a call, claiming that Adilewa had been kidnapped, demanding ransom from her family. “It was upon further investigation that the police discovered that she was not kidnapped but holed up somewhere with her friend, whom she had planned it with,” Thomas said.

According to him, the offences contravene sections 3 and 6 of the Kidnapping Prohibition Law of Lagos State, 2017. The two women, however, pleaded not guilty to the charges. Magistrate Mrs K.B. Ayeye granted them bail in the sum of N100, 000 with two sureties each in like sum. She said that the sureties must be gainfully employed with their addresses verified by the court.

Ayeye said also that the sureties must reside within the court’s jurisdiction and should show evidence of two years tax payment to the Lagos State Government.

The case was adjourned until Sept. 9 for mention.
(NAN)


By Mercy Kukah

Man Kills Own 67-Year-Old Mother Over Piece Of Land In Anambra

A 42-year-old man identified as Chinedu Ikegwuonu has allegedly killed his 67-year-old mother over a land belonging to his younger brother.

Ikegwuonu was said to have slit the throat of his mother, Madam Bene Ikegwuonu, at her residence in Okpunoeze, Uraugu-Nnewi community, Anambra State

It was gathered that the deceased had returned from the market and while grinding the Ogbono seed she had bought from the market, her son approached from behind and slit her throat.

The suspect, according to sources, allegedly took to his heels after committing the act leaving behind his wife and son.

A family member who pleaded for anonymity said the suspect who returned to Nnewi due to business failure in Aba, Abia state has been having a running battle with his mother over his attempt to take over a piece of land belonging to his younger brother.

The family member said the deceased tried to improve the lot of the suspect to the point of giving him money to raise the foundation of his building from the money she got after the burial of her husband.

The suspect’s wife and son were said to have been arrested by men and officers of Nnewi Central Police Station with the hope that the suspect would come for them.

The spokesman of the police in the state, Haruna Mohammed, who confirmed the incident, said the suspect macheted the deceased on her neck and throat before fleeing with the machete.

Mohammed, in a statement, said the deceased was later rushed to Akwudo hospital where she was confirmed dead.

By Mercy Kukah 

Morning Rituals For a Beautiful Day

Positive attitudes create great days, and the best time to generate positivity is in the morning. In those precious early hours, we establish our mindset for the entire day, so it’s important to treat this critical period with attention and respect. Make time for a mindful morning by trying some of these simple rituals, which can be performed in as little as five minutes. By easing into the morning with purpose, you are able to create a clear head and an open mind, ensuring a day full of positive energy and enthusiasm.
It’s easy, just add these must-dos to your morning schedules and reap the benefits all day long;

Drink a Glass of Warm Lemon Water: Drinking a glass of warm water with lemon first thing in the morning is an excellent way to get your body going. The lemon will help get your digestive system ready for the coming meals, and makes the water tastier. You can add a bit of honey to it as well if you want to cut down on some of the tartness.
Wake Up Earlier: This is priority one because in order to fit in a fantastic morning you’re going to need some extra time compared to your current routine. If you’ve turned into a night owl because of the peace and quiet it affords, you’ll be equally satisfied by the same peace and quiet an early morning provides, and it’s simply a matter of shifting your personal time to the wee hours of the morning rather than late at night. The difference to your body is noticeable.
Scrape Your Tongue: Taking time to scrape your tongue is one morning routine you won’t want to give up once you start it. It helps get rid of morning breath, and also is in line with the rejuvenation process you need to do to make the transition from sleep to wakefulness each day. As a bonus you’ll be able to taste your food better without the film that’s on your tongue even after brushing your teeth.

Do a Stretching Routine: Starting off with just some morning stretches until that becomes a habit is very important, as time goes on, you can start transitioning yourself in doing some yoga and other exercises when you organically start to feel like you could do more than just stretch. When first starting out it doesn’t matter how long you stretch, just as long as you do it. If you only have a few minutes for it, just do a few minutes. You’ll find that as you develop the habit, you’ll end up stretching for longer periods of time, and it will naturally expand on its own without the need to force yourself to do it for a set time.

Listen to Uplifting Music or Audiobook: Starting your morning with music you find beautiful, or a book you find inspirational or motivational, is the perfect way to set yourself up for success. It can give you something to look forward to in the morning, and sets you up with the right mindset to greet the day. You can adjust your music for the type of day you want to have, whether you need something that gets you pumped for an action-packed day, or something more soothing so you can handle a stressful day. The mind is hungry for new tidbits of information it can go to work on, and you should feed it every day, the same way you feed your body. Choose your songs carefully though, as they can get stuck in your head, and if this sort of thing drives you crazy you might be better off listening to a book.
Green Smoothie Time: It’s time to nourish the body with a refreshing green smoothie. The green part of the smoothie is what’s really going to help boost your energy levels in the morning. That’s because it will likely be spinach, kale, or some other leafy green providing phytonutrients, fiber, and minerals. Set a timer for 30 minutes after you drink it and notice how much better you feel.
Meditate for a Few Minutes: Right now you should be in a really happy place, a green smoothie coursing through your digestive system, and all of the helpful things you’ve done should all be having a cumulative effect. There’s no better time to sit and clear your mind for a few minutes than now. There’s also no right way to meditate, so if you’ve tried specific methods and didn’t really like it, it’s time to develop your own personal style. Choose a position that you find comfortable, and decide if you’d like music or not. Just sitting and listening to the silence can be enough for most.

Write Out Your Top 3 for the Day: It is important to write out the three things you really want to get done for the day, and above all always make sure they get done. Once you establish the habit of getting the most important things of the day done, you’ll be able to build up confidence and go for bigger and bigger things.

By Mercy Kukah

#WOMANCRUSHWEDENESDAY

Today on WCW we bring to you a rare gem, she is that rare icon fate invents to stun morality. And she is no other person than Hajiya Maryam Sani Abacha.

Maryam Sani Abacha was the former first lady of Nigeria who was married to former head of state of Nigeria Sani Abacha. She was born on 4th of March 1947 in Kaduna state to Nana Jiddah. Her mum, Nana Jiddah is Kanuri born of a Borno princess with German root. She is also a direct descendant of Sheikh Ibrahim Waidama, an Arab who settled in Kanem-Borno in the 16th and 17th centuries.

You can rightly say Maryam got mixed blood; and that’s where she got beauty from.

Maryam married Sani Abacha in 1965.

There is no such thing in nature or humankind that measures up to her fairness and grace while in office, she was called ‘’The Crusading First Lady’ for her role in the first summit of Africa’s First Ladies in 1997.

As her pet projects while in office as the First lady of Nigeria; she had The African First Ladies Peace Mission, Poverty Alleviation Programme, The National Programme on Immunization, The Family Support Programme, The Family Support Basic Education Programme and the Family Economist Advancement Programme.

Maryam raised the idea of the National Hospitals for Women and Children (NHWC) and later saw to its establishment. The institution is now known as National Hospital Abuja. As First Lady, she raised money and built the hospital within 10 months, which was later commissioned by General Abdulsalami Abubakar on May 21, 1999, a week to handover.

Fashionably, she popularized the use of ‘’Aso Oke’’ during her tenure.

Following the United Nations declaration of 1994 as the International Year of the Family, she launched her private initiative in September 1994, which was called the Family Support Programme (FSP) which replaced the Better Life for Rural Women established by the late First Lady, Maryam Babangida.

Maryam had three daughters and seven sons with her late husband Sani Abacha. Her eldest surviving son is Mohammed Abacha.


BY MAIMUNA BAGUDU

Arsenal legend Thierry Henry strike deal to become club manager

The Arsenal and France legend is ready to lead Villa’s charge back into the Premier League - once he has had reassurances from the Championship club’s mega-wealthy new owners.
Steve Bruce remains in charge at Villa Park. But new majority shareholders Nassef Sawiris and Wes Edens are unconvinced if he is the right man to take the Villans back to the Premier League.
And they have already turned to Henry, who announced after the World Cup he wants to be a full-time manager.
The 40-year-old was Roberto Martinez’s assistant as Belgium reached the semi-finals in Russia but now wants to go it alone as a boss.
A source who is close to the takeover negotiations told Starsport last night Henry had “verbally agreed” to be Villa’s new boss.

By Mercy K.

4 FAMOUS MALE MAKEUP ARTISTS ON INSTAGRAM

Instagram is a great place to showcase your talent and I have found several male makeup artists whose work I adore. Their work is unbelievable and it’s truly an art form. But if you only know female makeup artist running the game, you have been doing some serious slacking.

We are about to school you on this one, these men are doing super well in their fields and have made the saying that ‘’what a man can do a woman can do better’’ to tilt in their favor, one up for these brothers making all the ladies look good on special days and every other day.

Introducing you to all of them would be difficult, but here are the few most famous male makeup artists you absolutely need to know. Ready?............. In no particular order. 

JIDE OF ST OLA: Jide is one makeup artist I admire a lot; his skills are one in a million. He is phenomenal, and his works just speaks for itself. jide is an amazing and talented self-taught makeup artist. Jide is what I call every bride’s best friend. His works takes him everywhere, when i say everywhere, I mean everywhere. Jide is not just a makeup artist but he is a fashion expert, creative director and makeup extraordinaire. He is definitely on our list. Check out his works.

DAVE SUCRE: Known as #GlamDust Dave Sucre is into theatrical, fashion and bridal makeup. Dave Sucre has been doing so well; he even has makeup training sessions at his studios from time to time. Dave is an award-winning makeup artist who is good at what he does. Passion is the word for his amazing works shows how passionate he is about the job. Dave is warm, charming and very stylish. Check out his works.

EZE NNUNU (SUTCHAY): Popularly known as Sutchay. He is also the manager of Dave Sucre’s studio. His works is mostly fashion and beauty makeup. Check out his works.

SIMI JOSH: Simi Josh is a staff of MUD Nigeria; he is the last name on our list to reckon with. He is into every type of makeup there is and we are just happy to see that they are all experts and booming in their fields. Check out his works.

BY MAIMUNA BAGUDU

FASHION ICON OF THE WEEK

Hello ladies today on fashion icon is the handsome and cute grandson of Nigeria’s former President, Shehu Shagari.

Usman is the son of Muktar Shehu Shagari, who is a son of Shehu Shagari, Usman graduated from Regent’s University in London in 2016. Usman Shagari is a fitness enthusiast and instructor, and also recently completed his master’s degree.
Usman’s dress sense is one thing that keeps all the ladies on their toe’s as he knows what to wear and how to wear them. As a fitness instructor, he has an amazing body physic that allows every style comes out in an attractive way. To wrap it all up, his body complexion goes in line with what he wears. Check him out!!!

BY MAIMUNA BAGUDU

What Is Sleep Paralysis

Sleep paralysis is a feeling of being conscious but unable to move. It occurs when a person passes between stages of wakefulness and sleep. During these transitions, you may be unable to move or speak for a few seconds up to a few minutes. Some people may also feel pressure or a sense of choking. Sleep paralysis may accompany other sleep disorders such as narcolepsy. Narcolepsy is an overpowering need to sleep caused by a problem with the brain's ability to regulate sleep.

Sleep paralysis usually occurs at one of two times. If it occurs while you are falling asleep, it's called hypnagogic or predormital sleep paralysis. If it happens as you are waking up, it's called hypnopompic or postdormital sleep paralysis. As you fall asleep, your body slowly relaxes. Usually you become less aware, so you do not notice the change. However, if you remain or become aware while falling asleep, you may notice that you cannot move or speak.

Hypnopompic Sleep Paralysis is when your body alternates between REM (rapid eye movement) and NREM (non-rapid eye movement) sleep. One cycle of REM and NREM sleep lasts about 90 minutes. NREM sleep occurs first and takes up to 75% of your overall sleep time. During NREM sleep, your body relaxes and restores itself. At the end of NREM, your sleep shifts to REM. Your eyes move quickly and dreams occur, but the rest of your body remains very relaxed. Your muscles are "turned off" during REM sleep. If you become aware before the REM cycle has finished, you may notice that you cannot move or speak. 

Up to as many as four out of every ten people may have develop sleep paralysis. This common condition is often first noticed in the teen years. But men and women of any age can have it. Sleep paralysis may run in families. Other factors that may be linked to sleep paralysis
include:
• Lack of sleep
• Sleep schedule that changes
• Mental conditions such as stress or bipolar disorder
• Sleeping on the back
• Other sleep problems such as narcolepsy or nighttime leg cramps
• Use of certain medications such as those for ADHD
• Substance abuse

If you find yourself unable to move or speak for a few seconds or minutes when falling asleep or waking up, then it is likely you have isolated recurrent sleep paralysis. Often there is no need to treat this condition.
Check with your doctor if you have any of these concerns:
• You feel anxious about your symptoms
• Your symptoms leave you very tired during the day
• Your symptoms keep you up during the night
Your doctor may want to gather more information about your sleep health by doing any of the following:
• Ask you to describe your symptoms and keep a sleep diary for a few weeks
• Discuss your health history, including any known sleep disorders or any family history of sleep disorders
• Refer you to a sleep specialist for further evaluation
• Conduct overnight sleep studies or daytime nap studies to make sure you do not have another sleep disorder

It is important to note that most people need no treatment for sleep paralysis. Treating any underlying conditions such as narcolepsy may help if you are anxious or unable to sleep well.
To help control sleep paralysis, start by making sure you get enough sleep and always do what you can to relieve stress in your life especially just before bedtime. Try new sleeping positions if you sleep on your back. And be sure to see your doctor if sleep paralysis routinely prevents you from getting a good night's sleep.

By Mercy Kukah

#MANCRUSHMONDAY

This week on #MCM, we will be crushing on a young and talented Nigerian footballer, who is considered as one of the most recognizable faces in international football; Shehu Abdullahi.
Shehu Abdullahi is a Nigerian footballer who plays for Nigerian national team as a midfielder and represents Turkish football club Bursaspor alongside players like Leon Balogun and Kenneth Omerolo.

Abdullahi was born on the 12th of March 1993 which makes him 25 years as at this time. Abdullahi was born and brought up in Kano with his parents and siblings. Shehu abdullahi is one of the inspiring names from the world of football and he has been able to impress his viewers and the general public by showing off his skills on the field. 

Shehu Abdullahi’s football career started when he joined the youth academy of Plateau United and played until 2012. He later moved to Kano Pillars on the 1st of January 2012 and played for two years with the club. 

Abdullahi then made his move to Al-Qadisiya on 19th of July 2014 with the release clause of 480 thousand euro along with the team. Abdullahi won Kuwait super cup in 2014-2015 and later left the club after scoring a goal in 7 games in 2015.

Abdullahi then switched to Uniao Madeira signing a two-year deal in July 2015. Before ending his career in the team, he bagged 1 goal and played 28 games. In 2016, Abdullahi transferred to Anorthosis Famagusta agreeing to a two-year deal. He remained in the club for two successive seasons bagging 3 goals in 48 appearances.

Currently, Shehu Abdullahi is playing for Bursaspor with whom he signed on 24th January 2018.
Abdullahi has done so very well by representing his national team in U-20, and U-23 team tournaments. He played 21 games for the U-21 team and 9 games for the U-23 team. He was called up to the senior team on 11th of January 2014.

Abdullahi also played 2014 African Nations Championship. And on 5th of August 2016, he launched his Olympic career under Coach Samson Siasia. Up till now, Abdullahi has been capped 12times for his national team of Nigeria.

Shehu Abdullahi is earning a good amount of salary through his career and has made a huge impact in the world of football. Summing up, he has a net worth estimated to be around $300, 00 roughly. He also makes an annual salary in the region of 50,000 euro with the weekly wages of 1k euro which he receives from his current club, Bursaspor. Putting some light into his personal life, Abdullahi is married to his beautiful wife Sumayya Mustapha. Summaya Mustapha is a beautician by
profession and they both have a son together and the family is living happily without any conflict or divorce.

BY MAIMUNA BAGUDU

Black Cumin Seed - The Seed With Great Healing Potentials

Black cumin seed is a part of the buttercup family, the seeds are dark, thin and crescent shaped. The seed has a remarkable healing properties that make it one of the most powerful medicinal plants known to man.

Habbatus Sauda, as it is popularly called among Muslims who are familiar with the seed, is the Arabic name. Its relevance was first underlined about fifteen centuries ago and was described as a cure for all diseases, except death. This amazing seed has been used over the years to cure various ailments and diseases. Oil can be extracted from the seed and both the seed and the oil have been found to be very therapeutically effective. The seed and oil are also used in cosmetics to improve skin and hair texture.

Even though the black cumin seed is not common in Nigeria, it is widely used among Muslims as medicine for various diseases. Regular consumption of this seed or oil can help prevent the growth and spread of colon cancer cells; the seed is also use in preventing and treating many other types of cancer. It helps stimulate the activity of neutrophil granulocytes which is the most abundant type of white blood cells in the body, which are responsible for targeting cancer cells and eliminating them before they can develop into tumors. It also stimulates the production of bone marrow cells of the immune system, protects normal cells from the damaging effects of viral diseases and increases the number of antibody producing B cells. The black cumin seed can be sprinkled whole or ground up on food; the oil can also be used on salads and other dishes.

Black cumin seed can be use in treating the following ailment;

Heart Issues: Black cumin seed oil shows some great results in improving your overall heart health. It can reduce bad or LDL cholesterol, lower blood pressure and reduce the risk of heart attacks.

Type II Diabetes: Consuming black seed oil aids people to stabilize blood sugar level, improves insulin resistance and promotes cell functions. Black seed extracts help inhibit the absorption of glucose in the intestine and improve glucose tolerance; a compound found in black seeds increases the insulin sensitivity of liver cells, which helps prevent type 2 diabetes.

Epilepsy: Black seeds have anti compulsive properties and can reduce the frequency of seizures in people, especially children, who are diagnosed with epilepsy.


Asthma: The oil can aid people with asthma. Some studies even claim it to be more potential than the conventional medicine to reduce the asthmatic effect on the airways. The anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial properties of black seed oil relax bronchial muscles and help people fight acute asthma attacks and coughs. You could massage the oil straight on your chest, or add a teaspoon to a cup of ginger tea to find instant relieve.

MRSA: Methicillin –resistant staphylococcus aureus, is an antibiotic resistant bacterium that causes many deaths. Most infections occur in people who have been hospitalized or had surgery or dialysis. Black seeds strong anti-bacterial properties show some great and promising results in killing these deadly and resistant bacteria.

Cold and Flu: Due to its anti-inflammatory, antiviral and anti bacterial properties, black seeds are an effective treatment to cure flu and colds. They soothe a sore throat, reduce fever and ease digestive issues such as nausea, stomach upset and cramps. When you feel any of such symptoms, mix ½ teaspoon of fresh ginger with ½ teaspoon of black seed oil, use twice a day until symptoms disappear.

Toothaches: The black seed oil fights bacteria and cures inflammation, making it a great treatment to ease toothaches.

Poisoning: Black seeds are brain friendly. Study shows that it can protect and even reverse damage to the brain due to lead poisoning.

Treat Hair loss: The oil helps reduce hair loss. Its powerful antioxidant and antimicrobial properties help strengthen hair follicles, which reduces hair loss. Its anti fungal property prevents infections that cause hair loss. It also has a moisturizing quality that protects hair from damage, speeds up hair growth and promotes healthy hair. You can mix equal amounts of black seed oil and olive oil, warm the mixture and rub it on any bald patches; wait for at least 30 minutes, then wash your hair with shampoo. Repeat this process twice a week to fight hair loss.


By: Mercy K.

WOMEN-KNOW WHO YOU ARE!!!

Knowing who you are is the most important thing in life and as women become more comfortable in their own way, they can do amazing things. With the combination of ‘’confidence, style and personality’’ women show what I call real beauty. The questions that keep knocking in every woman’s head are;

• What does it mean to be ‘’beautiful’’?
• What does ‘’beauty’’ truly mean in the sense of age, especially for women who are at the prime of their lives?
• What’s the true meaning behind having confidence, style and personality in regards to age?
Let us now analyze these one by one.

1. Confidence: Means the ability to hold your head up high and bother not about what others think. It’s the ability in you not involving or tolerating doubt. Strong hold and belief in yourself will give reflection of others being able to trust your ability. Confidence is an important trait for a woman and it has to come from within you. Because as time grows we grow older and face lots of challenges; which seem to boost our confidence and self esteem. It’s so true to that saying that age makes you stronger, never to be knocked down.

2. Style: Is the way a woman carries herself with clothes, accessories, and physical appearance. ‘’Style’’ also refers to the general attitude conveyed through movement, words of mouth and eye
contact. Only when all of these are put together can there be a strong, independent female vibes that encompasses attitude and beauty. While clothes and physical appearance are related to visible
beauty, it’s the underlying side of beauty that really comes with age. Style is learned not immediately present from the word-go. It’s this learned elements of life experience that radiates the true beauty from within.


3. Personality: compared to style and confidence, personality is the most standardised element of a person. It encompasses the traits you’re born with and the way you understand things about the world which changes over time. However, personality always seems to stay with you as something that is essentially who you really are, the way you interact with others, vies yourself, and take on the world all rolled into one.

Personality can have positive and negative traits, yet in the end, they always seem to balance each other out. A person’s personality is a connection to their beauty. While beauty is a combination of the
good traits you have and exhibit, as well as the ability to show them off and wear them like you would your favorite outfit; gracefully with a smile. Being who you are is important and it’s a pride.


4. Knowing who you are: knowing who you are and where you’re going are two of the most important parts of life and as women become more comfortable in their own way, they can do amazing things. Girls, if you get one thing out of this piece, then you shouldn’t worry about what others think or say as long as the good in you is visible and of value. It’s in your soul, your mind and in the heart to live a life that pleases you so the talk of good never cease. Go out and get what you want because you’re worth it in the end.



BY MAIMUNA BAGUDU