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http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Tare Youdeowei LAGOS —Founder Zaria Mimano Foundation, Zaria Aba Mimano, yesterday, in Lagos, reiterated the need for Nigeria’s health sector to have, not only a facelift, but a complete overhaul, in the interest of the country.    “An economy is only as strong as the health of its people. The thing is; the health and  economic performance of a people are interlinked. Healthier countries have wealthier economies. And the truth is that poverty, mainly through infant malnourishment and mortality, adversely affects life expectancy.” Proffering a solution, Mimano, who is the founder of Aba Oil, said:  “Investment in health should be the priority of every responsible government, agreeably there are challenges like ageing population, growing prevalence of chronic illnesses and high cost of vital health technologies, but what is the use of anything if the population cannot get basic health care. Quality health care should not be the preserve of t...

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http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Tare Youdeowei LAGOS —Founder Zaria Mimano Foundation, Zaria Aba Mimano, yesterday, in Lagos, reiterated the need for Nigeria’s health sector to have, not only a facelift, but a complete overhaul, in the interest of the country.    “An economy is only as strong as the health of its people. The thing is; the health and  economic performance of a people are interlinked. Healthier countries have wealthier economies. And the truth is that poverty, mainly through infant malnourishment and mortality, adversely affects life expectancy.” Proffering a solution, Mimano, who is the founder of Aba Oil, said:  “Investment in health should be the priority of every responsible government, agreeably there are challenges like ageing population, growing prevalence of chronic illnesses and high cost of vital health technologies, but what is the use of anything if the population cannot get basic health care. Quality health care should not be the preserve of t...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dear Bunmi, I met my husband five years ago when he was separated from his wife. As soon as his divorce went through, we got married and his 16-year-old son now lives with us. He rarely sees his mother and she seldom calls him. They also have a 17-year-old daughter who opted to live with her mother. I’ve always been pleasant to her when she calls, yet she refuses to meet me. Her brother accepts me, so why can’t she? I’ve lost the will to be nice to her. After her calls, my husband tells me what she’s been up to, but I can’t be bothered to show any interest. His ex-wife has now started to ring him more often. She always wants him to solve one problem or the other, especially about their daughter. She was the one who caused an end to the marriage. In a few weeks, the daughter will be IS and she’s made plans for an elaborate birthday party in her house. His ex and their daughter are always asking for money and my husband is too soft to say no, despite knowing how...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J DearBunmi, I broke up with my boyfriend early last year after a miserable period of the relationship virtually grinding to a halt. In the past, after a break-up, I always bounced back, but this time, I can’t-I’ve started to resent my job.and my flat suddenly feels lonely. I’ve lost interest in finding a replacement, yet I know I have to claw my way out of this depressing pit. I’m 34 and have some good friends. How can I get my life back? Saudat, by e-mail.   Dear Saudat, I’m afraid you’re in the thick of grieving for a lost love, which is natural. According to experts, there are four official break-up stages. Stage one is denial: when you know the relationship is over but you don’t admit it. Stage two is depression, as you realise it really is over. Stage three is anger, and finally stage four is acceptance, when you can sincerely wish your ex well, and start dating again. You’re at stage two. Just allow yourself to feel sad. You could spend your whol...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Dear Bunmi, I like spending my free time with my boyfriend of seven months, but he always makes excuses to go off doing other things. He prefers to help his friends with their problems than staying with me. If we do spend time together, his mind is not always there and he seems on edge. It’s as if I’m being punished for something. Do you think he still cares? Folakemi, by e-mail.   Dear Folakemi, You’re ignoring the obvious here – that your boyfriend simply isn’t as interested as you would want him to be. If he were, he would be more relaxed in your company than off it. And he wouldn’t find excuses for not spending his free time with you. You need to ask yourself the possibility of his seeing someone else – that would explain his being edgy. Plainly put, you may love him, but he doesn’t love you. So, however much this truth hurts, you’d be happier and more fulfilled without him. The post He cares more for his friends appeared first on Vanguard News ....

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J DearBunmi, I’m in my mid-30s, and just out of a relationship that I thought would have ended in marnage. Now I’m convinced that I might never marry and start a family. A few of my friends are in the same boat and one or two have opted for having children out of wedlock. I find myself jealous of younger women who are married with children. Will my time ever come? Irene, by e-mail.   Dear Irene, Following a major disappointment like you’ve currently experienced, you need to allow yourself time to feel sad, disillusioned and even angry. Don’t rush through these emotions because you think you need to hurry up and find another partner. Instead, use this post-break-up period to get your feelings in order. Reach out to your family and friends. Make sure you’re taking good care of yourself, eating well, exercising regularly and getting enough sleep. When you’re feeling reasonably stable and secure, sit down and re-examine your assumptions about marriage and it...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J By Elizabeth Uwandu Nigerian indigenous company, Student Accomodat8, SA8, over the next five years is providing 15,000 bed spaces under an initiative tagged “Purpose Built Student Accommodation, PBSA,” for tertiary institutions in Nigeria and West Africa. The Chief Executive Officer, SA8, Mr Abayomi Onasanya, said the  projects are being rolled out to improve the health and welfare of Nigerian universities. He said only with a healthy, convenient and comfortable  student accommodation could students be expected to put in their best. “Our flagship design to build hostels kicked off at Olabisi Onabanjo University. This first design made up of four residential blocks centered around a vision that is home to value added service facilities that will be delivered  October 2017 and serve as home to 384 students of the university. “In 2016, we also delivered our pilot project ‘Pine Housé’, a renovated 18-room hostel on Herbert Macaulay Road close t...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J ……seeks recall of suspended Judges By Ikechukwu Nnochiri ABUJA – As the country marks its Democracy Day, the Nigerian Bar Association, NBA, yesterday, scored the administration of President Muhammadu Buhari low on respect of the rule of law and court orders. The legal body, at a world press conference it held in Abuja to commemorate the 2017 Democracy Day, said it was “appalled at the continued detention of certain individuals in blatant disobedience to court orders”. Speaking through its National President, Mr. Abubakar Mahmoud, SAN, NBA, which is the umbrella body of legal practitioners in the country, said: “Amongst these individuals are Sheik Ibrahim El-Zakzaky and his wife and also Colonel Sambo Dasuki the former National Security Adviser. “Whilst we recognise the seriousness of the charges on which these individuals are held, we nevertheless view their continued detention as unjustified and contrary to the express court orders. “We call on the governme...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J Nigerian musical star Damini Ebunoluwa Ogulu popularly called Burna Boy has been reported banned from performing in event in the United State. The report according to leadership said that Burna Boy was banned from performing at any event, venue or any form of recording any where in USA & CANADA by US Supreme Federal Court in New York unless he settles with the New York based promotion company Vibesland Entertainment, LLC founded by Promoter/Producer Niyi Fatogun. Burna Boy was sued by Vibesland Entertainment, LLC, on allegations that he signed a contract for 2016 USA & Canada Tour, failed to turn up, postponed the tour which put the promoter Vibesland Entertainment, LLC, in serious debt in the United States. Vibesland Entertainment, LLC, was said to have invested up to $25,000 US Dollars in preparation and facilitating the tour. The issue started after the promoter, Vibesland Entertainment, LLC, obtained USA Work Permit approval visa for Burna Boy, the...

http://ift.tt/eA8V8J The Niger government said on Saturday that 5, 000 hectares of land would be cultivated under the value chain for rice and sorghum. Alhaji Kabiru Musa, the state’s Commissioner for Agriculture and Rural Development, made this known during the inauguration of 2017 FADAMA III Additional Financing (AF) at Kuchita in Lavun Local Government Area of the state. He said, “The 2017 wet season farming will involve cultivation of 5, 000 hectares of land under the two crop value chains of rice and sorghum across the state.” The News Agency of Nigeria reports that there are 5, 000 farmers participating in the ongoing FADAMA III AF in the state. Musa said that the state government would give priority to the agricultural sector toward diversifying its economy. He said that government has provided effective extension services and agricultural inputs such as fertilisers and provided rural access roads and mini-tractors (power tillers). “Mr Governor just launched the 2017 wet ...