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These are not the best of times for one of the brains behind the newly registered All Progressives Congress, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, as information reaching Paparazzi Magazine suggests that he is at the moment down with the dreaded and incurable Parkinson’s disease.

Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu dropped out of circulation several weeks ago and his absence at this crucial time in the run-off to the 2015 general elections and the consolidation of the newly registered party has raised questions as Nigerians want to know the whereabouts of the man popularly called Jagaban. To douse the anxiety of his followers and shut up critics, the media team of the former Lagos State governor released a statement weeks back claiming that he had gone for surgery of a knee he injured during his active sporting days, which became nagging due to some social and family activities,.

Paparazzi Magazine can however reveal that the real nature of Asiwaju Tinubu’s ailment is Parkinson’s disease which sources say he has been suffering from but has now started progressing to its advance stage.

According our source, Asiwaju Tinubu did not go for any surgery but has to take time off from his very busy political engagements and avoid the Nigerian public because the disease is beginning to advance.

“Asiwaju is suffering from Parkinson’s disease! He did not go for any surgery. He took time off so that he can be out of public glare since the disease is already advancing. It is so bad that he cannot eat in public any longer because his hands will be shaking terribly. The same goes for signing of cheques. It is a bad situation that nobody prays for”, the source said.

Asked what will be the fate of APC in the absence of Tinubu who is believed to be the engine room of the party, the source disclosed that things will naturally take care of themselves as event unfolds.

“It is too early to write Tinubu off; we cannot say he has become a human vegetable and I am sure he can still play some role in APC even with his condition.

Though there is no doubting the fact this is a big blow to the party and it will take a lot of hard work for the party leadership to carry on without Tinubu’s active participation”.

What is Parkinson's Disease?

Low levels of dopamine, a brain chemical (neurotransmitter) involved in controlling movement, cause symptoms of Parkinson's disease. The shortage of this brain chemical occurs when nerve cells in a part of the brain (substantia nigra) that produces dopamine fail and deteriorate. The exact cause of this deterioration is not known.

The links between Parkinson's disease and factors such as genetics, aging, toxins in the environment, and free radicals are all under investigation. Although these studies are beginning to provide some answers, experts do not know the exact cause of the disease.

Studies are ongoing to determine whether there is a genetic cause of Parkinson's disease. Only a small percentage of people with Parkinson's disease have a parent, brother, or sister who has the disease. But abnormal genes do seem to be a factor in a few families where early-onset Parkinson's disease is common.

The type and severity of symptoms experienced by a person with Parkinson's disease vary with each individual and the stage of Parkinson's disease. Symptoms that develop in the early stages of the disease in one person may not develop until later-or not at all-in another person.

Symptoms of Parkinson's disease typically begin appearing between the ages 50 and 60. They develop slowly and often go unnoticed by family, friends, and even the person who has them.

A small number of people have symptoms on only one side of the body that never progress to the other side.

Common Symptoms of Parkinson’s disease
Tremor, or shaking, often in a hand, arm, or leg. Tremor caused by Parkinson's disease occurs when the person is awake and sitting or standing still (resting tremor) and subsides when the person moves the affected body part.
Stiff muscles (rigidity) and aching muscles. One of the most common early signs of Parkinson's disease is a reduced arm swing on one side when the person is walking that is caused by rigid muscles. Rigidity can also affect the muscles of the legs, face, neck, or other parts of the body and may cause muscles to feel tired and achy.

Slow, limited movement (bradykinesia), especially when the person tries to move from a resting position. For instance, it may be difficult to get out of a chair or turn over in bed.

Weakness of face and throat muscles. Talking and swallowing may become more difficult, and the person may choke, cough, or drool. Speech becomes softer and monotonous. Loss of movement in the muscles in the face can cause a fixed, vacant facial expression, often called the "Parkinson's mask."

Difficulty with walking (gait disturbance) and balance (postural instability). A person with Parkinson's disease is likely to take small steps and shuffle with his or her feet close together, bend forward slightly at the waist (stooped posture), and have trouble turning around. Balance and posture problems may result in frequent falls. But these problems usually do not develop until later in the course of the disease.

Tremor is often the first symptom that people with Parkinson's disease or their family members notice. Initially, the tremor may appear in just one arm or leg or only on one side of the body. The tremor also may affect the chin, lips, and tongue. As the disease progresses, the tremor may spread to both sides of the body. But in some cases the tremor remains on just one side.

Emotional and physical stress tend to make the tremor more noticeable. Sleep, complete relaxation, and intentional movement or action usually reduce or stop the tremor.

http://paparazzipress.com.ng/cover/world-exclusive-asiwaju-tinubu-down-with-parkinson-disease

Mogidi2: Tinubu Is Next - Pastor Who Predicted Death Of Patience's Mother by camelus: 2:57pm On Jul 30

“I predicted the death of the mother of the first lady…Tinubu is next” – Pastor Chris Okafor Warns

By Kaymi on July 30, 2013
The General Overseer of Mountain of Liberation And Miracle Ministry, Chris Okafor has said he predicted the death of the mother of the first lady which recently happened.
It was said that the man of God predicted that, there will be death in the President’s household, and it was meant to take away someone close to them mysteriously but could be averted if they showed interest.
He has also advised Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu to beware because some of his strong opponent have vowed to ensure that he will not see May 29, 2015.
Lastly, this one is for the people of Anambra State. Senator Chris Ngige is going to rule you again, the Pastor said.

beeman80: This is obviously a PDP led and sponsored paper.It's very obvious that PDP is loosing out and consequently running out of ideas.This in-idealistic approach spews of disgust.PDP you guys should go and resolve your internal issues and stop wasting tax payers money on a 5th rated magazine (never seen it before anyway).

Tinubu Hale And Hearty —Ajomale

Published on September 11, 2013 by · 16 Comments

Contrary to speculations circulating on the social media that the National Leader of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu, is suffering from Parkinson’s disease, the party’s interim chairman in Lagos State, southwest Nigeria, Chief Henry Oladele Ajomale, said Tinubu is hale and hearty.

Ajomale, in a chat with P.M.NEWS, debunked the allegation and described it as a figment of the imagination of the party leader’s detractors.
He confirmed that Tinubu had undergone a surgery for an accident he suffered on his knee cap, but stated that he is recuperating in London.

“I wonder where those who started the speculation got their information from. There is nothing further from the truth, because the Asiwaju I met and discussed with last week in London was as fit as fiddle.

“In fact, he was upbeat while our discussion on political happenings and the way forward in our country lasted. Besides, he has been in regular contact with his associates and followers back home and all other parts of the world,” Ajomale stated.
Ajomale added that it had become imperative to allay the fears of the members of public as well as their party following the unfounded rumour surrounding his health status.

An American-based online magazine, Paparazzi, recently on the social media alleged that Tinubu was down with the Parkinson’s disease, a degenerative disorder of the central nervous system that is characterised my muscle tremor.
The news, which went viral, has been retailed on other social media platforms, like twitter and facebook, therefore eliciting panic among the teeming supporters of the former Lagos State governor and a man who has come to be known as the leading light of political opposition in Nigeria.

wiilly02: it hurts me 2 no dat nairlanders are this dull....they dnt no what parkinston disease is at al,imagine dat guy sayin 'get well soon' n d oder 1 sayin dat dey can cure it in d village with 5000naira do u tink its ordinary fever? Parkinston disease has no cure....u can only ease d suffering.....within time he wont be able to move his cheek at all.....muhammed ali,stephen hawking 2 mention a few are sufferers of dis deadly disease

Gbawe:
OP would not have missed that rebuttal which confirms that Tinubu is fine and in good health.

Jarus: the front page of that paparazzi makes it look like an anti-Tinubu sponsored campaign (saw the Aregbesola story too).

That notwithstanding, there is obviously something wrong with Tinubu's health. the rumours have been flying for like one year now.

Gbawe:

This is not the first time this same OP has released this same pathetic housewives tale. There has been official rebuttal to it on Nairaland (same as I reproduce below) after the OP posted this same tripe from the same news source only fit to be used as toilet paper. OP would not have missed that rebuttal which confirms that Tinubu is fine and in good health

ThankGod Edeh: I dont want to say that one prophet's prophecy is about to come to pass.

Pygru:
https://www.nairaland.com/1378090/tinubu-next-pastor-predicted-death

Sirniyeh: These our political leaders just like to waste resources. I dont know why they dont believe in our same traditional medicines. The same diseases that affect most aged poor men that they use less than N5000 to cure with our natural herbs. Now spending millions abroad........well recover soon

jjwaterfalls: \




Hope u ar okay

wiilly02: this is stephen hawking suffering 4rm parkinston disease....in case u dnt no him...he was the scientist that originated the BIG BANG theory

Okoro2015:
I wish Tinubu speedy recovery.

There is a force behind GEJ that surprises me. Who will think that anyone with his kind of disposition can go through this unprecedented path and position he is today? Many lion hearted fellows tried with powerful arsenal to no avail what this man effortlessly, in relative term holds on to.

It is on this note that those who wants to snatch power by hook or Crook should rather watch their steps because this guy has unseen hands backing him.

Again I wish Tinubu speedy recovery.

kaorama: These people and their tribalism! See how his kinsmen are refusing to accept the story, but if it was about GEJ or his wife, they would have been wishing them death. And I wonder why saharareporters has not carried the news. Nonsense.

Gbawe:

This is not the first time this same OP has released this same pathetic housewives tale. There has been official rebuttal to it on Nairaland (same as I reproduce below) after the OP posted this same tripe from the same news source only fit to be used as toilet paper. OP would not have missed that rebuttal which confirms that Tinubu is fine and in good health.

OP is just cynically and deliberately 'cashing in' on the fact that some people love working themselves up when the name Tinubu is mentioned. Today, for desperate elements, Tinubu had a stroke tomorrow Kidney failure. This was what the shameless character Beaf used to do,on behalf of his PDP paymasters, when he would spam the forum to death claiming Aregbesola was "down with cancer". Pathetic.

http://pmnewsnigeria.com/2013/09/11/tinubu-hale-and-hearty-ajomale/