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Below we list the relationship behaviours that you should really leave behind in 2018 if you want a happier relationship in 2019.
The year 2018 is coming to an end and so must certain things
For all the beautiful romantic memories created in the through fantastic weddings and relationships that started and blossomed, there are also certain issues and patterns that should no longer exist in relationships but continue to.
Below we list the relationship behaviours that you should really leave behind in 2018 if you intend to get into a relationship in 2019 or if you’re looking to create a better, stronger bond with your partner in the coming year.

1. Expecting your significant other to read your mind
Stop expecting your man or woman [especially man] to know everything that's on your mind. That's just setting yourself up for disappointment. One would expect that this would have become public knowledge already but apparently not.
Quit the habit and leave it for the teenagers. Your man is not a mindreader so communicate.

2. Outsider’s influence in your relationship
One of the commonest things in relationships in 2018 is further rise of relationship issues going on to social media without being addressed first by both parties involved. Instead of speaking to their girlfriends and boyfriends, a lot of people preferred the involvement of outsiders on social media.
As explained in this piece here, your partner should be the person you try to fix your relationship issues with, not some outsider with a relationship page on social media.

3. Entitlement
Just stop it. In 2019, let’s all learn to relate with the people we love from a place of healthy expectation. Keep your expectations healthy, keep it reasonable. Give as you would love to get. Do not feel entitled to more than what your station or position in your partner’s life warrants. Don’t be a boyfriend expecting husband benefits. Don’t be a girlfriend expecting wife benefits.

4. Going after the other woman when your partner cheats
Let’s do better in 2019. Be wiser. When your partner cheats, is they who cheated on you who should feel the venom of your anger, outrage, resentment and bitterness, not the other person who doesn’t owe you so much duty of care.

5. Breaking up via text messages
Or Instagram DM. Or Twitter DM. Or even on Facebook.
Learn to be a little more respectful in 2019, that the relationship failed should not be the reason why you resort to disrespect for your partner. At some point before the love soured, you thought the world of that man or woman so give them a little respect even if it is for that one last time.
As much as you can, always try to end things with a face-to-face conversation and if you can, give them the closure needed to make the new a little easy to swallow.

https://www.nigerialog.com/romance/bad-relationship-habits-to-leave-behind-in-2018/new/#new

Lovers’ fights are kind of inevitable so it’s OK if you and your bae get the occasional arguments, the occasional difference of opinions that need to be argued out and all.
Trashing out issues so as to become a more harmonious couple is cool, but even cooler than that is the need to be sure that the arguments and fights do not occur too frequently or too unnecessarily. That fights can be good for your relationship is not reason to overdo them. This can cause a strain on your relationship and can drain all the positivity in it.
To learn how to avoid unnecessary fights with your girlfriend, see the tips below:

1. Timing
Bringing up a right concern at the wrong time might derail the conversation away from the real issue onto something else. You may have a legit reason to be angry but by venting that anger at a wrong time, the argument could shift from your original concern to issues like your insensitivity to her mood and her feeling.
You do not want that. So it is important to realise that there is a time to argue and there is a time to not.

2. Cut down on the blame game
If you often say things like ‘what’s wrong with
you ?’ or ‘why would you do that?’ or ‘how did you think that would be a good idea?’ you set your partner up to defend herself, and create a battle of you versus her. It is an unnecessary situation to create all the times when you can ask in a way that allows conversation and explanation instead of defense.

3. Understand her
She’s going to have issues, upsets, and priorities that seem monumental to her, but ludicrous to you but you dare not dismiss these things. If it means something to her, let it mean something to you, too.
Saying things like ‘I don’t understand what the big deal is’ or ‘you’re overreacting’ will make her feel isolated and would cause resentment and bring about issues that could easily have been done away with.

4. Avoid repeats
It is fast going to become a cycle if you apologise and go right back to doing that thing she complained about. Nobody needs that. Just cut out the repetition and get your act right.

5. Make your wishes known expressly
Communication is very important and yet again its application will be very useful here. Every time you get the opportunity to deal with issues and reach compromises on differing opinions and wishes, make sure to voice your feelings clearly so as to ensure that you and her on the same page, and so that you don’t get back to the same issue in the future without a knowledge of how you both feel as a couple about it.
Every opportunity you get to deal with a new issue, come together to decide what your joint stance is on it. That way, when such issue comes up again, you know how to deal with it without having to argue about it again.

https://www.nigerialog.com/romance/for-men-5-ways-to-avoid-unnecessary-fights-with-your-girlfriend/new/#new

The harmattan has brought in its trail dust and dry air. Curiously, in place of what was supposed to be cold weather, there is intense heat, which could lead to dehydration, if not properly handled.
To avoid or minimise the harsh effects of the weather, medical experts have advised that people should avoid unnecessary exposure. They recommend that a lot of water be consumed to counter the dryness and hydrate the body all through the day, and even the night.

Signs of dehydration include yellow urine, headache, muscle cramps, fatigue, less urination, light-headedness and constipation.


Dr. Modupe Akinyinka, Senior lecturer and Consultant Public Health Physician at Department of Community Health and Primary Health Care Lagos State University College of Medicine (LASUCOM stated that during this dry season, the commonest sickness include cough and sneezing.

So, it is essential that adults and children avoid exposing themselves to dust.

She said: “When people are exposed to hot weather, it is certain they will sweat and become dehydrated. Drinking a lot of water helps to ensure the skin has enough fluid to replace the quantity lost as sweat. It is also needed to get rid of toxins in the body.

“The recommended consumption of at least four litres of water daily in normal circumstances should be observed.

But in this hot season, people are advised to take even more, as this keeps the skin soft, helps the kidneys to function maximally, as well as lubricates joints and muscles, thereby reducing the likelihood of fatigue.

“Anybody who takes less than four litres of water a day is not taking enough, which is not good for the body in this hot season.

“Even though people are advised to, as much as possible, limit their exposure to the hot weather, there is always compelling need for people to go in the hot whether due to job demands or emergency situations. Findings have shown that the hot weather is usually intense between 10am and 4pm.”

So, when there is a compelling need to go out in the hot weather, Akinyinka said it would be better for people to wear protective clothing, such as long-sleeve shirts/dresses and hats with broad brims, to protect the face, scalp and ears from the hotness.

“This would help to keep the skin supple and help avoid skin irritations and wrinkles, especially in children, because they have low immunity. In addition, people should avoid going out early in the morning, whether they drive or walk. They should make sure it is dawn before going to places of work.

“It is important for people to remain in the shade as much as possible, especially during the peak hours of the hot weather, to minimise exposure and the tendency to sweat.”

Saying that people should avoid bush burning, which is rampant during this season, Akinyinka noted that the habit makes rodents run into homes for protection.

There, they deposit excreta on floors, tables, beds and foods, which causes Lassa fever. So, there is need to maintain clean environments.

She said: “The foods that are contaminated by rodents include, garri, yam, rice and beans, among others. So, people should cover their foods properly, avoid taking soaked garri that was not well covered. They should not eat foods without properly warming them. People should clean their houses very well to avoid dust in homes, which can lead to infection from dust.”

Former President Association of Resident Doctors in Lagos University Teaching Hospital (LUTH), Dr. Olubunmi Omojowolo, said harmattan has far-reaching medical implication, as it consists of fine dust particles between 0.5 and 10 micrometres.

He said: “The weather affects all exposed surfaces of humans such as the skin, eyes, nose, mouth and the respiratory tract, which directly communicate with the atmosphere. There are so many challenges one could face during this period.

“The skin can become dry during harmattan as a result of the dry wind. When the skin is dry, it becomes wrinkled. The skin can also have cracks, which can degenerate into bruises. People also have a tendency to develop skin rashes during harmattan season, which can also induce itching. They may thereby inadvertently introduce infections to the skin.

“Therefore, people need to be well hydrated during the period, and use emollient creams which help in moisturising the skin. Adequate fluid intake can also prevent heatstroke. If one has bad cracks on the skin, there is the need to wear clothes that would cover the feet and other parts of the body prone to dryness. It is very necessary to wear appropriate cloths.

“The harmattan can also predispose people to asthmatic attacks, sneezing and coughs. There is plenty of dust, pollen and hay fever, which cause irritation, inflammation of the airways and triggers allergic reactions. Crust and dryness in the nostrils may also predispose to epistaxis.

“It is safer sometimes, to wear sunglasses to protect eyes, where the winds are quite dusty and harsh, to prevent infections and irritations. People should observe high level personal hygiene to prevent the spread of such infection as flu, tuberculosis from person to person through sneezing and coughing.”

A Consultant Family Physician Dr. Chukwuma Ogunbor said: “There are other hazards associated with human interaction with the environment during this period. During harmattan, there is an increased tendency to breathe dry air with lots of dusty particles, which leads to increased incidence of sneezing, nose bleeding, cough, catarrh and sore throat. It can also trigger attacks in asthmatic patients.

“To prevent some of these respiratory diseases indoors, we must wash our curtains, clean our windows, fans and air conditioner filters, as well as avoid fluffy rugs or regularly vacuum clean them. It is advisable to drink lots of water during this period. Steam inhalation, with water not too hot to burn the face, helps to smooth the airway. Minor nosebleeds, due to breakage of small blood vessels during aggressive sneezing can heal with little or no first aid, but if it continues, the individual should approach a health facility for care, as there could be other causes that must be arrested. Lozenges helps with sore throat, but one must seek proper health care, if symptoms persist.”

Ogunbor reminded asthmatic patients to always be with their inhaler and those on medications to be compliant.

He said: “Dusty particles in the air can find their way into the eyes and can cause tearing, redness, itching and allergic eye diseases. So, it is advisable to wash eyes with clean water. Non-medicated protective eyeglasses can also be used. Doctors might prescribe simple allergic eye drops to relief uncomplicated allergic eye diseases.

“The harmattan season overlaps with meningitis season. So, with the increased incidence of respiratory diseases, mothers are advised to ensure their children are vaccinated. We must not wait for this period because the positive effects of immunisation are far–reaching and protect against diseases we do not know when they might attack.

“The harmattan haze is also associated with poor visibility occurring during the festive season. With lots of vehicular movements, there is increased rate of road accidents in the early and late part of the day.

“So, motorists and road users are advised to be cautious, drive slowly and use their headlamps. Road emergency teams must be alert to respond to unforeseen circumstances”.

“The harmattan season is associated with known health hazards, most of which can be prevented. Prevention has always remained better than cure. So, everyone must be cautious.”

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/staying-healthy-during-harmattan/new/#new

Guava leaves contain antioxidants, anti-inflammatory agents and antibacterials which make them have an abundance of health benefits.
These leaves are more important than we think.
Among the many health benefits, here are 5 incredible reasons you should place more importance on guava leaves.

1) It cures diarrhea
Drinking any extract of guava leaves helps to treat diarrhea by loosening the bowels, reducing the frequency of stooling and reduce the severity of the diarrhea. You can take guava eave tea, or a capsule of its extract, or adding a few drops of the essential oil to a cup of warm water.

2) Reduces Cholesterol levels
Due to its low saturated fat content, a regular intake of guava leaf can help reduce LDL (bad) cholesterol and triglycerides which can cause adverse health issues.

3) Prevents diabetes
The high fiber content and catechin in guava and its leaves can help control diabetes by slowing down sugar absorption and glucose level in the blood. This hypoglycemic effect on the body may help to prevent type 2 diabetes.

4) Treats cold and catarrh
The high Vitamin C and iron content in guava leaf allows it act as a relief for cold and catarrh. It helps to remove mucus, and disinfects the respiratory tract, throat and lungs.

5) Relieves itchy skin
According to some dermatologists, the anti-bacterial and anti-inflammation properties of guava leaves can help to reduce skin itching and redness. Crush guava leaves into a paste or boil crushed guava leaves till water becomes brown and concentrated. When the mixture cools down, use a cotton ball to apply the juices on the affected areas.

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/the-incredible-health-benefits-of-guava-leaves/new/#new

The Kambari people are an ancient rural community in Niger state, one of the few who still practice nudity.
A reclusive people, the Kambari people pride themselves as being as independent from the government as possible.
Kambari is a remote community in Birnin Amina in Rijau Local Government Area in Niger state where people go about naked. They are a forgotten tribe satisfied with their simple way of life and their lack of governmental support for a sustainable community.

Way of life
The Kambari people do not speak English or Hausa, but speak their native Kambari. They stay in their small communities and only interact with others when they have to go to the farm and market. Nudity as a culture was passed down to them by their ancestors and is a part of them they aren't willing to let go of. However, when they people go to the market to sell their farm produce, the women cover the bottom half of their bodies with wrappers while the men do the same. Donkeys provide the only means of transport for a largely agrarian and nomadic people.

Marriage
In Kambari, marriage is celebrated by slaughtering goats and cows for food while the parents of the bride cook food for the groom. Once the food is eaten, the marriage is contracted. According to the community chief, what attracts men is not the nudity of the women but how they plait their hair, good manners and the tattoos the young women have.

Religion
The Kambari people are not Christians or Muslims like most of northern Nigeria. Instead, they are pagans who worship a god called Magiro. They also believe strongly in witchcraft and magic.

Economy
As part of the Rijua local council area, the Kambari people produce a large percentage of the crops consumed by the entire people of the area. The most popular crops produced are corn, millet, peanuts, beans, and rice. Nearly all of the locals keep chickens and goats for meat while the richer ones have cattle.

https://www.nigerialog.com/culture/meet-the-kambari-people-one-of-the-few-naked-tribes-of-nigeria/new/#new

Having an internship is one of the best ways to gain experience and set up your career as an undergraduate.
Doing an internship can help sell you to future employers and here are five reasons you need to look for one and take it seriously.

1. It helps you set up your career
If you know the type of job you want after graduation, having internships on that job is very important to establish your career goals. This helps you to gain needed skills and relevant experience you'll need to be a valuable employee.

2. It boosts your CV
Prospective employers expect to see a good set of professional skills and experience to the table. This is why they ask for two or three years of experience. Where do they expect you to get experience as a fresh graduate? Internship.
You'll need your internship experience to beef up your CV to impress your prospective employers.

3. You get professional feedback
While you get a lot of feedback as an undergraduate from your lecturers based on your academic performances, you probably haven't received feedback from someone who’s actually working in the field you're being trained on. This is why internship is very important to your career development because you may not get any professional advice or tips from anyone if you don't intern.

4. You learn by observation
Rather than learning about office culture and industry from the classroom, an internship allows you to learn and gain the inside knowledge of the field just by being physically present in an office.
You can learn a lot by participating in meetings and also through your interactions with colleagues.

5. You make valuable connections
Your three months or six months internship will provide you with many valuable connections and you need to take advantage of them. Introduce yourself to as man people as possible. Make friends with them and get their contacts.
After your internship ends, stay in touch with them, you might be the first they will remember when job openings pop up.

https://www.nigerialog.com/career/5-benefits-you'll-gain-from-internship-if-you-take-it-more-seriously/new/#new

There is no silver lining to sweat stains (more like gold-ish). Not only is a sweaty underarm embarrassing but it can also derail your social life. Since you don’t want sweat stains to ruin that favourite shirt or dress, the best way to beat pit stains is to avoid them.

These tips below will help you prevent sweat stains from occurring.


Wear a cheap undershirt

To avoid sweat stains on your favourite clothes, ensure you wear an undershirt to absorb the stain. For fitted and tailored shirts, use sweat pads or sweat guards.

Trim the armpit hair

Armpit hair collects excess sweat, dirt and bacteria causing sweat stains. You can prevent the sweat stains and odour causing bacteria by trimming your armpit hair.

Take it easy with the deodorant

Just like some antiperspirants, deodorant can cause stains on your shirt. Apply lightly and allow it to dry before dressing.

Make strong antiperspirant your best friend

Apply a strong antiperspirant before bedtime and always allow it dry before getting dressed. A strong antiperspirant can prevent bacteria-prone sweat from staining your shirts.

Wash sweaty shirts immediately

Don’t leave a sweaty shirt to dry before washing as the longer you leave a sweaty shirt, the stronger the stain sets in. Hand wash sweaty clothes with a bit more detergent and cold water to get rid of the stain.

https://www.nigerialog.com/beauty/five-simple-tips-to-prevent-sweat-stains/new/#new

As one of the most populous cities in Africa, it is expected that driving and transport would be hectic. Here's a guide to entering public transport in Lagos.
Lagos is the world's third most stressful city to live in, and worse for people who are navigating public transport . You need to know the tips and tricks so you can do it even more smoothly.

1. Don't be a JJC
When you're walking into a bus park or bus stop, look like you know where you are going to, if not you'll make yourself vulnerable to thieves. Even if you don't know where you're going to, discretely ask someone for directions. In the bus, tell the driver the bus stop you want to stop at and keep your ears and eyes peeled.

2. Enter with your change
This is what every conductor shouts, but do we listen? However, if you don't want any trouble, it's better to just enter with your loose change or the exact amount for the bus.

3. Be firm but don't fight with the conductor
In the bus, there are many people who would try to antagonize you for no reason. One, for instance, might be the conductor. Change, busstop, seating arrangements, etc, are points of call whenever a fight wants to break out. If this happens, just be firm in your responses but try not to aggravate the fights. These conductors can be very dangerous, or can just tell you to come down from the bus.

4. Don't doze off
Dozing off in a bus can either make you miss your busstop or worse, make you vulnerable to thieves and pickpockets. Try not to sleep off, unless you're assured that your valuables are safe and you're getting off at the last bus stop.

5. Don't intervene in arrests
Usually, the recklessness of Lagos drivers usually gets them stopped by law enforcement officials such as LASTMA (Lagos State Traffic Management Authority). If this happens, unless you have the right rank to intervene, just stay quietly in the car or come down and board another vehicle.

https://www.nigerialog.com/metro/a-guide-to-entering-public-transport-in-lagos/new/#new

Walking into a Nigerian market, especially any of these listed here, requires a certain skill that has been mastered by mostly mothers.
These markets are so popular around the country that every Nigerian has heard about them at least once, and knows the what is sold in them.
1. Onitsha market (Anambra)
Onitsha main market is considered as West Africa's commercial powerhouse. From imported second-hand clothing to jewelry to industrial equipment, Onitsha has it all in its expansive market, considered the biggest market in terms of item availability and land size.

2. Computer village (Ikeja, Lagos)
According to Omobola Johnson, a former Minister of ICT, computer village contributes about $2 billion to Nigeria's economy annually. The market is considered the IT hub of Nigeria, where both indigenous and famous phone gadgets and accessories are sold.

3. Balogun Market (Marina, Lagos)
Lagos Island Market or Balogun Market, is brimming items as well as people. With Lagos being one of the most populous cities in Africa , visiting the market is one of the most stressful things to do. However, the energy is intoxicating and there are lots of things that can be bought there on a bargain: lace, ankara, fabrics, hair, etc.

4. Ladipo market (Mushin, Lagos)
Ladipo is the largest spare part market in Nigeria in terms of availability, because of the Lagos port. Electrical and mechanical spare parts of any kind, new and old, of any car brand is available here. This is where other vendors come to purchase parts.

5. Ariaria market (Aba, Abia)
Ariaria market is where majority of the "made in Aba" and "made in Nigeria" items are made. From shoes to bags, there is no product or brand replica that you want or are searching for that isn't present here. Although the market has been tagged as selling replicas and inferior goods, there are also indigenous and quality products making their way into the market now.

6. Bodija market (Ibadan, Oyo)
At Bodija, you can purchase wholesale or retail foodstuff of your choice. It has a wide variety of fresh and dried produce sold at cheap prices. People troop in to buy cattle and foodstuff.

7. Oil Mill market (Portharcourt, Rivers)
Oil mill market is known for the crowd of people that troop in every Wednesday to buy everyday foodstuff. You can buy fresh produce at very cheap prices at this market.

8. Zaki biam yam market (Benue)
Benue, the food basket of the nation, is the home to the biggest yam market in Nigeria. Traders from all across the country come to Zaki biam to buy the high quality yams directly from the farmers at the market.

9. Kasuwar kwari (Kano)
Kasuwar Kwari market in Kano has everything clothing and material. This is where people from all over Nigeria, and even west Africa, come to purchase quality handmade tie and dyed fabric at a cheap cost to go sell elsewhere.

10. Alaba International Market (Lagos)
Every Nigerian, at least once in their life, has heard of Alaba market where everything electronics and appliances are sold. This is also one of the biggest markets for Nollywood distribution.

https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.pulse.ng/lifestyle/food-travel-arts-culture/top-10-famous-markets-in-nigeria-and-what-they-are-famous-for-id9192928.html

It’s that time of the year again when the weather changes, decorations get put out and the abroad based (IJGB) crowd comes home for the holidays. Yes, it’s December again!

This period is increasingly busy and packed with events so for Urban dwellers that means more hours in traffic and a whole lot more expenses. Since the 1st of December people all over the internet have started indicating their plans to go all out this period as a way to blow off steam after what we can all agree has been a challenging year and it’s been tagged #DettyDecember.

2018 in retrospect had considerable highs but it also had a lot of low points which include the passing of many admired celebrities like Aretha Franklin, Stan Lee, Avicii among others and the poor state of governance and the economy so it is perfectly understandable why Nigerians want to end the year with a bang!

Many Twitter users have tweeted about their plans to go wild, attend as many concerts and eat as much ‘Christmas rice’ can and cities like Lagos are in no short supply of events and parties to keep even the most energetic person occupied from day 1 to the 31st.

With all our choice artists holding joint and individual shows there is really no limit to the enjoyment this Christmas. As of right now some of our favourites have already held their shows but don’t worry that’s not the end, we still have tons of concerts and events and there’s good news for music lovers because this December ‘The gbedu go enter body’.

While most people have voiced out their plans to ‘Turn Up’ this holiday some others have opted for a quiet cosy indoor Christmas, some due to a need to recover from stress and others due to financial difficulty but none the less we hope 2019 brings a new air of strength, rejuvenation and no more insufficient funds for all.

https://www.nigerialog.com/metro/its-detty-december!/new/#new

Anaemia occurs when your blood does not have enough red blood cells.
This can happen if the body does not make enough red blood cells, bleeding, which causes loss of red blood cells more quickly than they can be replaced or the body destroys red blood cells.

The body makes three types of blood cells- white blood cells to fight infection, platelets to help your blood clot and red blood cells to carry oxygen throughout the body.


Red blood cells contain haemoglobin, an iron-rich protein that gives blood its red colour.

Haemoglobin enables red blood cells to carry oxygen from the lungs to all parts of the body and to carry carbon dioxide from other parts of the body to the lungs so that it can be exhaled.

Most blood cells, including red blood cells, are produced regularly in your bone marrow-a spongy material found within the cavities of many of the large bones.

To produce haemoglobin and red blood cells, the body needs iron, vitamin B-12, folate and other nutrients from the foods we eat.

Causes of anaemia

Different types of anaemia and their causes include:

Iron deficiency anaemia: This is the most common type of anaemia worldwide.

Iron deficiency anaemia is caused by a shortage of iron in the body. Your bone marrow needs iron to make haemoglobin.


Without adequate iron, your body cannot produce enough haemoglobin for red blood cells.

Without iron supplementation, this type of anaemia occurs in many pregnant women.

It is also caused by blood loss, such as from heavy menstrual bleeding, an ulcer, cancer and regular use of some over-the-counter pain relievers, especially aspirin.

Vitamin deficiency anaemia: In addition to iron, the body needs folate and vitamin B-12 to produce enough healthy red blood cells. A diet lacking in these and other key nutrients can cause decreased red blood cell production.

Additionally, some people may consume enough B-12, but their bodies are not able to process the vitamin. This can lead to vitamin deficiency anaemia, also known as pernicious anaemia.

Anaemia of chronic disease- Certain diseases such as cancer, HIV/AIDS, rheumatoid arthritis, kidney disease, Crohn’s disease and other chronic inflammatory diseases can interfere with the production of red blood cells.

Symptoms

Anaemia signs and symptoms vary depending on the cause of the anaemia. They may include: fatigue, weakness, pale or yellowish skin, irregular heartbeats, shortness of breath, dizziness or lightheadedness, chest pain, cold hands and feet, headache.


Risk factors

A diet lacking in certain vitamins- having a diet that is consistently low in iron, vitamin B-12 and folate increases your risk of anaemia.

Intestinal disorders- having an intestinal disorder that affects the absorption of nutrients in your small intestine such as Crohn’s disease and celiac disease puts you at risk of anaemia.

Menstruation: In general, women who have not experienced menopause have a greater risk of iron deficiency anaemia than do men and postmenopausal women. That’s because menstruation causes the loss of red blood cells.

Pregnancy: If you are pregnant and are not taking a multivitamin with folic acid, you are at an increased risk of anaemia.

Treatment


Anaemia treatment depends on the cause.


Iron deficiency anaemia: Treatment for this form of anaemia usually involves taking iron supplements and making changes to your diet.

If the underlying cause of iron deficiency is loss of blood, other than from menstruation, the source of the bleeding must be located and stopped. This may involve surgery.

Vitamin deficiency anaemias: Treatment for folic acid and B-12 deficiency involves dietary supplements and increasing these nutrients in your diet.

If your digestive system has trouble absorbing vitamin B-12 from the food you eat, you may need vitamin B-12 shots.

At first, you may receive the shots every other day. Eventually, you’ll need shots just once a month, which may continue for life, depending on your situation.

Anaemia of chronic disease: There is no specific treatment for this type of anaemia. Doctors focus on treating the underlying disease.

If symptoms become severe, a blood transfusion or injections of synthetic erythropoietin, a hormone normally produced by the kidneys, may help stimulate red blood cell production and ease fatigue.

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/causes-and-treatment-of-anaemia/new/#new

Ingrown hairs and shaving bumps are very uncomfortable for women and men alike. They are itchy, unpleasant to look at and can become inflamed.

Your hair becomes ingrown after you have shaved a part of your body and the hair grows inwards into your skin.

They appear after shaving off the hair on your jawline, armpits, legs and the area around your bikini line.


As you know there are different tools and options available in supermarkets and beauty centres to help you take the hair off your body such as razors (shaving sticks), clippers, hot wax and for those that want to go into a long-term relationship with hairless skin then you can try Laser treatment.

Below are tips to reduce ingrown hairs and maintain smooth skin after a shaving session:

Razors and Shaving Sticks
The trick to reducing bumps and ingrown hair when using a shaving stick is to shave off hairs when your skin is soft and moist like after a long shower.
Shave gently in the direction of your hair growth and use a shaving stick like the Bic Comfort 2 with Aloe Vitamins.

Sugar wax
A sugar wax will be the better option to consider if you go through with a waxing session because unlike regular synthetic wax this organic option is gentler and pulls less on your skin.

It’s less painful and best for sensitive skin as it’s all natural and attaches more to the hair than to the skin. Book an appointment at a traditional beauty spa.

After shaving or waxing apply a thin layer of soothing balm to relieve soreness and prevent irritation, try a cocoa butter balm.

Treating ingrown hair
Do not scrub hard on the bumps that have already been caused by ingrown hairs because that will only cause more skin damage, instead use a chemical exfoliator to remove the dead skin causing blockage, try peeling acids like Alpha Hydroxy Acids (AHAs) and Beta Hydroxy Acids (BHAs).

If you notice a loop of hair that has curled into your skin, use a pair of clean tweezers to remove and redirect the curled hair from your skin.

https://www.nigerialog.com/beauty/how-to-get-rid-of-ingrown-hairs-and-shaving-bumps/new/#new

Everyone’s favourite holiday season is here again because it is the longest holiday time to share special moments with family and it borders on a fresh start (year).

During this season, no one wants to be undervalued. Are you confused on what you will buy to show your love this season? Here are items that will put a smile on their faces:

Go-Classic

Ties are essential in a man’s wardrobe. Not only is it useful during this time when there are surprise events, but it can also be used at all formal events after the season is over.

To add to his overall spice, gift him a classic wallet. He’d be pleased.


Diamonds Are Precious

“Diamonds are a woman’s best friend” but when it is not available, you get something as valuable. A perfume, a set of accessories, a wristwatch or a lovely dress that reduces skin tone will be well appreciated.

Fun-ly

The saying that the child in us never leaves might explain why some adults express enthusiasm at the opportunity to play with a toy. Consider buying a game console or a Lego for a guy and a girl, a doll that can be dressed and made-up.

You might want to add buying a teddy bear or that intellectual game that has always made their eyes widen in awe.


There are little things that beat witnessing your generation visit and waiting at your feet to share hilarious tales. Despite this contentment, you cannot afford to visit them empty-handed.

Put a smile on their faces by getting your grandfather something that appeals to his generation such as a hat or a shirt and a wrapper for your grandmother. You can bet that their mates will not hear the end of it.

Surprise Trips

Take your loved ones on a surprise trip to places of interests across Nigeria. A one-day getaway trip is a brilliant idea especially for those who want to do something unique.

Consider Personalised gifts

The holiday season is the time to exchange gifts with family and loved ones. Get creative by working on personalised gifts such as a DIY Christmas card.

All you need to add is your gel pen to go with your stylised handwriting.

Don’t forget to visit with a bottle of wine.

https://www.nigerialog.com/random-thoughts/gift-ideas-for-everyone-this-holiday-season/new/#new

Marriage is universal, but weddings are unique and so are the customs and traditions surrounding it. While a lot of people try as much as possible to make their wedding stand out, there are cultures that hold traditions which they believe will strengthen the union and bond between the couple and even ward off evil.


Here are 5 weird wedding customs that might shock you.

Shooting the bride
In the Yugur culture in China, grooms shoot the bride with a bow and arrow three times although without the arrowheads. Afterwards, he breaks the arrows to guarantee that their love lasts forever.

Blackening of the Bride
In Scotland, before a girl gets married, her friends engage in throwing all kinds of rubbish on her like milk, dead fish, rotten fruits, spoiled food, mud and tar. And then tie her to a tree. They believe that if she endures the treatment, she is capable of handling anything that comes in the marriage.

Be serious
While weddings are filled with excitement and happiness, in Congo, the couple is not allowed to smile or show any form of joy. They must not smile on the wedding day throughout the ceremony. If they do it means they aren’t serious about the marriage.

Spit on the bride
In Masai, Kenya, after the bride is dressed up to the nines in her finery, her father will spit on her. While in some cultures this spells bad and can even be seen as a curse, here the aim is to ensure that they do not jinx the marriage by being too supportive of the new couple.

Dancing
Imagine dancing with your feet firmly planted to the ground. In Ireland, the bride and groom must dance but their feet must not be lifted. According to a folklore, if the bride lifts her legs while dancing, fairies will come and carry her away.

https://www.nigerialog.com/culture/five-weird-wedding-customs-around-the-world/new/#new

The year is coming to an end but there are still some festivals in Nigeria. These are the colourful festivals left to attend in December.

1. Golibe Festival
For the first time, Onitsha will be hosting the first ever Golibe festival, scheduled for 23rd December 2018 to 1st January 2019 in Onitsha, Anambra state. This is perfect for all the easterners who come back home for the Christmas celebrations. It will feature a family friendly festival of art, culture, music, dance, competitions and master classes with dozens of booths for food and fun activities for all ages.

2. One Lagos Fiesta
One Lagos Fiesta will be holding from the eve of December 24, 2018 till the wee hours of January 1, 2019 at Eko Atlantic City. This year, some of the a-list artistes expected to perform at this year’s OLF include Olamide, Teni, Slimcase, Mr Real, Humblesmith, Blackky, Mr P, Dr. Adewale Ayuba, Saheed Osupa , among many others.

3. Igue Festival
Igue festival is celebrated between Christmas and New Year. It includes the Oba's blessing of the land and his people. The festival originated as a celebration to renew Oba Ewuare 's magical powers. During the Igue ritual season, the Oba is prohibited from being in the presence of any non-native person.

4. Calabar carnival
The Calabar Carnival is the peak of tourism in Cross River, and perhaps the whole of Nigeria. Every December, tourists from all over the world gather for the procession and display of culture and Heritage from Cross River and different parts of Nigeria.

https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/colourful-festivals-to-attend-this-december/new/#new

From hanging out with family to exploring tourist sites in your hometown, there are many reasons why you should spend this season in your hometown.
Christmas and new year in hometowns give a different experience from the fast-paced city lifestyle. It is a time to reconnect with your heritage and enjoy the best that the town has to offer.
1. Escape the city
With all traffic, stress, hustle and bustle of the city, visiting your hometown can be the perfect escape, especially because of the slower-paced environment which you get at literally no cost. This will equip you with the rest you need to resume in January.

2. Catch up with family
Family and friends who are in the village around this time add to the excitement of the visit. This is the time to spend quality time with them and also catch up with all the gist and conversations.

3. Explore tourist sites
For those that grew up in their hometown, tourist sites might not seem so special. However, there are lots to experience around the area and one can even plan hikes and exhibitions to farther tourist attractions. Even a visit to the local market can be exciting.

4. Attend local festivities
Festivals, village weddings, burials, etc are ways to experience the local culture. You can see masquerades, eat free food and get reminded of all the shenanigans that characterise small town life.

5. Eat local delicacies
You will agree that there are some indigenous foods that can only be made by people from your hometown. If you do, then this is the perfect time to catch up with local delicacies made in your hometown. Because of proximity, the food and drinks, such as palm wine, will mostly be fresh, so enjoy!

https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/see-5-reasons-why-you-should-spend-this-season-in-your-hometown/new/#new

The citrus season is here again! Just stroll on the streets and buy a nylon bag full of oranges and tangerines at a cheap price.

Did you know that in the 1800s, that the fruit was called Tangerine because they were imported through the city of Tangier in Morocco?


The yummy fruit, tangerine, has so many health benefits like:

Beneficial for Pregnant Women
Tangerine is a great fruit to be consumed by a pregnant woman has it a good source of vitamin B like folate. A deficiency of folic acid in pregnant women can lead to the birth of underweight infants.

Folate is needed for amino acid metabolism, the formation of red and white blood cells, cell growth and cell division.

Maintain Blood Pressure
This fruit is a rich source of potassium. Potassium helps the body send nerve signals, regulate fluid, regulate muscle contractions and helps to maintain proper blood pressure.

Controls Cholesterol Absorption
Tangerine is a rich source of fibres which helps to control the absorption of cholesterol which in turn cuts the probability of been obese.

Treats Skin Conditions
Tangerine is a good source of vitamin A which helps the skin rebuild tissues. Vitamin A has anti-ageing properties that help to removes any skin ageing symptoms such as wrinkles or pale skin.

Helps To Brighten Skin
A homemade tangerine facial mask can be applied to get a brighter skin. This facial mask helps to remove harmful bacteria and helps to keep the skin soft.

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/top-five-benefits-of-tangerine/new/#new

The Harmattan season is gently seeping in and although the weather feels hot, dry and dusty, the mornings will soon get colder and the air dryer. Here are some style tips to look fabulous while protecting yourself from the harsh harmattan wind.


Long Sleeve shirts

Style maroon pants with a light denim shirt and brown shoes for a casual day out.

Long sleeve shirts will never go out of fashion. Pair this with a skirt, pants or jeans to protect yourself from the chilly morning and the dry weather.

Denim Shirts
These are highly fashionable and can be paired with anything. They can be paired with skirts, corporate pants, and casual chinos. They are also cool on the skin and will not cause discomfort.

Shoes
During the dry weather it is sensible to avoid wearing open toe shoes or sandals because the air is dry and dusty and no matter how you moisturise your feet it still looks like you ran barefoot in the dust. Also the exposed feet will be prone to cracking. Wear covered shoes like ballet flats, boots and moccasin.

Denim
Denim is thick and warm and is appropriate for the chilly mornings. Pair this with shirts and covered shoes. You can throw in sweat shirt if the top you paired it with is light and cool on the skin.

Blazers
Blazers are appropriate for work and play. During the harmattan season they are comfortable and protective against the chilly and dry weather. They are suitable when paired with a dress, Denim and top, pants and shirt. They fit just about anything.

Scarves
This accessory is necessary for the harmattan season because of its fluctuating nature. It is chilly in the morning and sometimes gets hot and dry in the afternoon. A scarf can be worn around the neck in the morning and then ditched when the weather gets hot later in the day.

https://www.nigerialog.com/fashion/comfortable-styles-for-the-harmattan-season/new/#new

It is human nature to brag, so it is not uncommon that now and then we brag about some things (that includes things we shouldn’t even be talking about). More often than not, the things we boast about to look good only makes us look worse to people.

Bragging hurts your shine and your accomplishment is not a badge of honour to flash in people’s faces.

Here are seven things most people brag about that they need to stop.

Being a multi-tasker
When you flaunt you can multi-task in people’s faces, they may see it as your way of saying “I’m constantly distracted.” Research conducted at Stanford University says, “Nobody is good at multitasking”. According to the research, multitasking reduces productivity, takes a toll on your attention and memory. The Stanford team also discovered that heavy multi-taskers also lack insight. The heaviest multitaskers thought they were doing a good job, but, in reality, they performed worse than their peers did.

Being a 24/7 hustler
We get that you are hardworking but we do not need a constant reminder of how much of a workaholic you are constantly. Hustling every day does not guarantee success so if you live by such internet memes like “Grind while they sleep,” “Let them party while you work,” and others, you are doing yourself more harm than good.

Being a perfectionist
Although it is okay to be a perfectionist about some things, studies have shown that perfectionists tend to burn out faster than others do. Being a perfectionist involves setting unrealistic high standards for yourself and in return, you struggle with work done because you never quite measure up.

Never failed
When you boast to people that you have never failed, what you are really saying is “I don’t challenge myself and I’m afraid I can’t handle failure.”

There is a world of difference between trying to succeed and avoiding failure. People who shy away from failing to fail to better themselves and their motivation stem from a desire to fuel their ego rather than a true interest in personal development. Rather than brag about never failing, you can talk about how you have turned your mistakes into opportunities.

Your job
Your loved ones or people you come in contact with don’t want to hear about how great your job is every time they try to have a conversation with you, Just as job fairs are nowhere near as fun as actual fairs, hearing about your awesome place of work is as enjoyable as a mundane workday.

Hardly ever sleeping
We have all met people who talk about how they can efficiently function despite having little or no sleep. When people brag about their ability to be productive with little or no sleep, what they are really saying is, “sleep deprivation is killing me.”
That little sleep and being productive goes hand in hand has been promoted by many successful celebrities and but glorifying a lack of rest is a strange phenomenon. The truth is that your brain needs sufficient sleep to function at its best and sleep deprivation is linked to poor cognitive function. You see why bragging about sleep deprivation is not in your best interest?

https://www.nigerialog.com/random-thoughts/six-things-you-need-to-stop-bragging-about-immediately/new/#new

Everyone consumes water daily and sometime do not realise the amazing benefits of water to the body. Water therapy involves using water to promotes one’s general health from lying in a pool of water to consuming water itself with the primary goal of maintaining and promoting well being.


Studies have shown that drinking water first thing in the morning on an empty stomach purifies the body’s system which helps to restore homeostasis.

Below are helpful tips for water therapy(drinking):

When you wake up in the morning before brushing teeth, drink 4 glasses of water.
Brush your mouth but do not eat or drink anything for 45 minutes.
After 45 minutes you can eat breakfast and drink water
If you do not normally consume a lot of water, you can start with two glasses in the morning then increase your water consumption gradually.

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/tips-on-water-therapy/new/#new

Lagos was the first official capital of Nigeria before the capital was moved to Abuja. See the other states that have claimed to have been capitals and why.
Calabar is the capital city of Cross River state, Nigeria and the tourism capital of Nigeria.
The city was originally named Akwa Akpa, in Efik, but was renamed during the Atlantic slave trade era. The area had some of the first interactions with Europeans as it was a major international seaport in the transportation of palm oil and African slaves. It was named Calabar by the Spanish.

On September 10, 1884, England signed a Treaty of Protection with the King and Chiefs of Akwa Akpa, known to Europeans as Old Calabar, taking control over the entire territory of Calabar.
Calabar is considered as the first capital of Nigeria because it served as the first capital of the Southern Protectorate, the Oil River Protectorate, and Niger Coast Protectorate. This was until the late nineteenth century, when the administrative centre of the Southern protectorate was moved to Lagos in 1906.
After Lagos served as the capital of Nigeria for many years, even after amalgamation and independence, religious and ethnic divisions caused the Nigerian government to begin searching for a capital that seemed neutral to all major ethnic parties and in close proximity to the regions of Nigeria. Lagos was also becoming very overcrowded.
Abuja, then Suleja, was chosen as Nigeria's capital in the early 1970s as it signified national unity. In 1991, after basic structures had been put up, Abuja was declared as the capital of Nigeria.

Other unofficial capitals

Calabar as the first capital of Nigeria is however very controversial. Asaba and Lokoja are also claimed to be unofficial capitals of Nigeria.

Asaba, the current capital of Delta state, is believed to have been where the British colonial masters started their administration. It was also where the British Royal Niger Company preferred to hold its treaties before incorporation.
Lokoja, the current capital of Kogi state, was where the first Governor-general of Nigeria, Lord Frederick Lugard, ruled from, after the Southern protectorates and Northern protectorates were amalgamated to form one Nigeria. It was also where Lady Flora Shaw came up with the name Nigeria.

https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/was-calabar-really-the-first-official-capital-of-nigeria/new/#new

The softness and taste of the sponge cake is a delight to enjoy. With the festive season drawing close, cakes are a yummy idea to have on the food menu. The sponge cake is quite easy to make unlike some other types of cakes.

Did you know that the sponge cake is thought to be one of the first of the non-yeasted cakes, and the earliest attested sponge cake recipe in English is found in a book by the English poet- Gervase Markham?


Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Serving: 2 people

Ingredients
● 6 eggs
● 1 cup granulated sugar
● 1/2 tsp baking powder
● 1 cup all-purpose flour

Note
You can use an electric mixer or a turning stick for mixing the ingredients for the sponge cake.

Method

1. Use an electric mixer fitted with the whisk attachment to beat the 6 eggs for about 1 minute.

2. Add 1 cup sugar to the bowl of the electric mixer and continue beating the egg and sugar for about0 minutes until it becomes thick and fluffy.

3. Whisk together 1 cup flour and 1/2 tsp baking powder then sift this mixture into fluffy egg mixture one third at a time.

4. Fold with a spatula with each addition just until incorporated. Scrape spatula from the bottom to catch any pockets of flour and stop mixing when no streaks of flour remain. Do not over-mix or you will deflate the batter.

5. Divide the mixture evenly between the cake pans.

6. Bake at 350˚F for 25 minutes or until the top of the cake is golden brown.

7. Remove from pan by sliding a thin spatula around the edges.

8. Allow the cake to cool to room temperature then you can slice the cake to eat.

https://www.nigerialog.com/food/easy-steps-to-make-sponge-cake/new/#new

Calabar carnival begins on the first day of December and runs throughout the month. This is peak season in Cross River and everything can easily get overwhelming. Here's how to adequately plan for this year's carnival.
The city of Calabar in Nigeria is one city that comes alive in December. The contrast in visiting this time and any other time in the year is very clear. This is because this is the time when the Calabar Carnival happens. This is the peak of tourism in Cross River state, and perhaps the whole of Nigeria. For the whole of December, tourists from all over the world gather for the procession and display of culture and Heritage from Cross River and different parts of Nigeria.
This year's theme is 'Migration'.

What days to attend
Many activities kick off from the first day of the month, such as the Christmas village. Here, people can eat and drink, purchase carnival souvenirs/items needed for the festival.
Also, the days of the street carnival and towards Christmas are the busiest, making them peak season. It is up to you to decide if you want to visit peak or off-peak season. Check out our guide to travelling during off-season vs peak period.

Lodging
Because of how rowdy it is in Calabar during December, hotels are to be booked as early as possible. In fact, not just any hotel, but hotels close to town. These include: Tinapa Lakeside Hotel, Lush Suites, The Mirage Hotels, etc.

Activities
What most people come to the Calabar carnival for is the street carnival. The street carnival days are packed with people trekking for hours, trying to get as much of the experience as possible.
There's hardly a car in motion, but there are loads of stalls ready to sell water, soda, snacks to attendees. A high point of the carnival is watching the bands perform. Every year, the established bands compete for who can interpret the year's theme as much as possible in their dressing and music.
To round up the carnival, there is usually a Miss Africa pageant featuring participants from across Africa. More activities include: music shows, comedy show, etc. Also, make sure you try the many meals of the area.

https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/how-to-adequately-prepare-for-the-calabar-carnival/new/#new

Jus Soli is Latin for “right of the soil,” which is basically the right of citizenship by birthright. See all the countries that operate Jus Soli.
Jus Soli is a right of citizenship accorded to a child born in a particular country regardless of the nationality of their parents. Though Trump made a blunder by saying only The United States of America offered citizenship by birth, Jus Soli is mostly common in the Americas. This is why many seek immigration into such countries to seek citizenship for their kids.

On the other hand, Jus Sanguinis, "right of blood", is the right of citizenship that children inherit through their parents but not the place of their birth. Almost all European, African, Asian, and Oceanic countries grant their citizenship through the principle of jus sanguinis.
Out the many countries of the world, only 30 countries operate on Jus Soli and these countries have people, especially Nigerians, flocking in to give birth to their children there. Here are the countries that operate Jus Soli.
1. Antigua and Barbuda
2. Argentina
3. Barbados
4. Belize
5. Bolivia
6. Brazil
7. Canada
8. Chile
9. Cuba
10. Dominica
11. Ecuador
12. El Salvador
13. Fiji
14. Grenada
15. Guatemala
16. Guyana
17. Honduras
18. Jamaica
19. Mexico
20. Nicaragua
21. Panama
22. Paraguay
23. Peru
24. Saint Kitts and Nevis
25. Saint Lucia
26. Saint Vincent and the Grenadines
27. Trinidad and Tobago
28. United States
29. Uruguay
30. Venezuela

Exceptions to the rule
Not every country mentioned allows citizenship to everyone at every point in time. Lex Soli is a set of rules meant to regulate the application of jus soli. According to World Atlas, the common lex soli used by many countries is that when a child is born of foreign parents that are on a mission to other countries or are diplomats from other states.
Which of these countries would you like to give birth to your children in?

https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/see-all-the-countries-that-offer-jus-soli-or-birthright-citizenship/new/#new

Similar to Gbegiri soup, this Afiame soup from Edo state is made out of beans.
As Gbegiri is to the Yoruba people, Afiame soup is a delicious beans soup made with spicy ingredients originating from Edo state.
Cooking time
40 minutes

Ingredients
1 cup of beans powder
8 large pieces of Beef
1 large piece of Smoked Fish
3 Scotch Bonnet Peppers
2 medium pieces of Stock Fish
3 cooking spoons of Palm Oil
A handful of chopped Scent leaves
3 pieces of Uda
1/2 cup of Crayfish pieces
A handful of chopped Onions
Seasoning cubes

Instructions

1. Place beef in a pot and season with chopped scotch bonnet peppers, onions and seasoning cubes and bring to boil till beef is soft.

2. When beef is soft, wash the smoked fish and stock fish and add to the pot to cook.

3. Pound the Uda, remove the seeds and add to the pot of boiling meat and fish.

4. Add the crayfish pieces and pour in the palm oil and cook on low heat.

5. In a separate pan, on low heat, stir fry the bean powder till slightly brown.

6. Allow the roasted bean powder to cool then add water slowly and stir till a paste is formed.

7. To the pot of meats, slowly stir in the bean powder paste till all the powder is in the pot.

8. If your soup gets too thick, pour some water to loosen it a bit and allow to simmer.

9. Add the chopped scent leaves to the pot, stir and allow to simmer for about a minute.

Your Afiame soup is ready! Serve with any swallow of choice.

https://www.nigerialog.com/food/how-to-prepare-afiame-soup/new/#new

Do you feel dissatisfied with your current job and feel like switching to another career path? Well, there is nothing wrong with changing your career if you have a genuine reason for it.
However, before you switch to a new career path, it is important you assess your current situation, weigh your career options and go for the one you are certain would give you more job satisfaction and better pay.
Here are three things you should consider before changing your career.

1. Skills
Your skill is what makes you relevant in any career you choose and that is why it is the first thing you should consider before switching to a different career.
You need to know the minimum skill sets the new career requires of you. You also need to know if your current skills are transferable to the new career. If they are, fine, if they are not, you've got to learn.
For instance, if you wish to change from accounting to digital marketing, it is important you first gain digital marketing knowledge and skills. You can prepare yourself for the career change by attending digital marketing seminars or workshops. You can also register for online courses to equip yourself with the basic knowledge of the profession.

2. Ability to acquire the required skill
While you learn about the needed skills for the new career path, you also have to consider your ability to acquire the skills. For instance, if you're not tech savvy and the career path you're switching to is tech-based, you might struggle to develop an interest in that career.
Again, if the new career requires you to have an expensive certification, it might down your interest if you don't have money to get the certificate. This is why it's important you weigh your options before choosing a new career path.

3. Alternative career options
Lastly, after considering the skills you'll need and realize your inability to acquire them, the next step is to make a list of alternative career options you can easily get. This could be similar career paths that can serve as substitutes or totally different paths that you think match your skills.
Above all, changing a career shouldn't be all about changing a work environment. You need to be sure the job you're switching to gives you more happiness and rest of mind than the current one. You also need to find out everything you need to know about the career path and be sure it has better prospects.

https://www.nigerialog.com/career/3-things-to-consider-before-you-change-your-career/new/#new

Food is one of the ways you can immerse yourself in the culture when you travel so this one goes out to foreigners visiting Nigeria.
As a tourist in Nigeria, there are a lot foods that you might encounter that might prove tough when pronouncing. However, these are foods every Nigerian is familiar with.
Food is one of the ways you can immerse yourself in the culture when you travel. Nigerian food, just as in many cultures, is very diverse both in taste and naming origins.
Here are some of the common Nigerian foods and how to pronounce them.

1. Egusi
Pronounced: Eh-goo-see
Egusi soup is a Nigerian staple. It is a soup made from dried and powdered melon seeds and palm oil. It has origins from the eastern part of Nigeria. This was one of the meals Anthony Bourdain had when he was in Nigeria.

2. Fufu
Pronounced: Foo-foo
Fufu is an African cassava meal, made from fermented cassava. It is usually used to eat different kinds of soup such as Egusi, Nsala, Okro, etc.

3. Ewa agoyin
Pronounced: Eh-wah-goh-yeen
Ewa Agoyin is a street food commonly eaten in Lagos and other southern states of Nigeria. It is made of mashed beans and really spicy sauce.

4. Bole
Pronounced: Ball-eh
Bole is a common streetfood in Nigeria. Bole according to the people of Rivers state is roasted plantain with really spicy pepper sauce and fish while to the Yoruba people it is roasted plantain and groundnut.

5. Edikang Ikong
Pronounced: Eh-di-kayi-kon
Edikang Ikong is a vegetable soup that originated among the Efik- Ibibio people of Akwa Ibom State and Cross River State in southeastern Nigeria.

6. Ekpang Nkwukwo
Pronounced: Eh-pan-koo-kuwoh
Another South-South recipe, Ekpang Nkwukwo is a cocoyam dish made with grated cocoyam, water yam, cocoyam leaves and periwinkle.

7. Isiewu
Pronounced: Ee-see-a-woo
Isiewu is a traditional Igbo dish that is made with a goat's head.

8. Tuwo
Pronounced: Two-woh
Tuwo consists of a variety of Nigerian dishes from the northern part of Nigeria. It is a thick pudding prepared from rice or maize flour and served with different types of northern soups like Miyan kuka.

9. Kilishi
Pronounced: Kee-lee-shee
This is beef jerky on steroids. Originating from Hausaland, Kilishi is very spicy, dried form of suya, made from deboned cow, sheep or goat meat.

https://www.nigerialog.com/food/learn-how-to-pronounce-these-famous-nigerian-dishes/new/#new

There are lots of jobs that require social interactions among colleagues and you probably think such jobs are not meant for you because you're an introvert.
See, being an introvert does not mean you can't have a successful career like others.
There are professions that do not require you to have much social interactions with your colleagues and here are some of such jobs.

As an introvert, you'll never have any problem dealing with people if you build your career around any of these five professions.

1. Auditor
With a bachelor’s or master’s degree in accounting, you can have a successful career as an auditor. As an auditor, you only examine financial statements and records, assess financial operations, and prepare tax documents for clients. No need to have much social interaction with the clients.

2. Lab Technician
Being a Lab technician would be a perfect job for you if you wish to work in the medical field but don't have the desire to treat people. As a lab technician, you are attached to a doctor or work for a hospital and you don't have to directly deal with patients.

3. Land Surveyor
Land surveying is another cool job for introverts as it doesn't require them to deal with people. Surveyors measure land boundaries, create detailed maps and official documents of a site using technology like Global Positioning Systems (GPS).

4. Software developer
Software developers are those creative guys that develop applications, which might require a bit of teamwork that can be done virtually. That means you don't have to really relate with your teammates most of the time to design a program.

5. System Administrator
This is the kind of job that makes you the guy behind the scene whose role is to maintain an organization's computer system and keep it up and running.

https://www.nigerialog.com/career/here-are-5-perfect-jobs-for-you-if-you're-an-introvert/new/#new

Statues are just one of the many ways Africans express art and value for culture and individuals.
With reports that India is building the largest statue in the world, we take a look at some of the grandest sculptures in Africa. Among the 7 tallest statues on the continent, Nigeria shows up twice.

1. 161 feet: African Renaissance Monument (Senegal)
At 161 feet (49 m), the bronze African Renaissance Monument stands on top of one of the twin hills of Collines des Mamelles, outside Dakar, as the tallest statue in Africa. Unveiled in 2010, the project was launched by then Senegalese president Abdoulaye Wade who considered it part of Senegal's prestige projects, aimed at providing monuments to herald a new era of African Renaissance.

2. 66 feet: The Great Sphinx of Giza (Egypt)
Sphinx of Giza or just the Sphinx, is a 20.21 m (66.31 ft) high limestone statue of a reclining sphinx, a mythical creature with the body of a lion and the head of a human. Facing directly from West to East, it stands on the Giza Plateau on the west bank of the Nile in Giza, Egypt. The face of the Sphinx is generally believed to represent the Pharoah Khafre.

3. 60 feet: Colossi of Memnon (Egypt)
The Colossi of Memnon, or el-Colossat in Arabic, is actually a pair of massive stone statues of the Pharaoh Amenhotep III. The statues have been standing in the Theban Necropolis for the past 3,400 years (since 1350 BC), at the west side of the River Nile from the modern city.

4. 42 feet: Queen Moremi Statue of Liberty (Nigeria)
Queen Moremi is revered by the Yoruba people as an epitome of selflessness, bravery and wisdom. She has been immortalized in several ways with books about her, public places named after her, and the grandest of all, the Queen Moremi Statue of Liberty, which was erected in 2016 by Oba Ogunwusi in the Ife palace. The 42 feet statue is the tallest statue in Nigeria, and the fourth tallest in Africa.

5. 36 feet: Statue of Ramesses II (Egypt)
The Statue of Ramesses II is a 3,200-year-old figure of Ramesses the second standing. It was discovered in 1820 broken in six pieces, and previous attempts to restore it to original height proved unsuccessful until 1955. It now stands at 11 metres (36 feet) in Giza.

6. 29 feet: Nelson Mandela Statue (South Africa)
The sixth tallest statue in Africa is the bronze statue constructed in honour of the late former South African president and anti-apartheid activist, Nelson Mandela , in June 2013, to bring to a close the official 10-day mourning period for the much loved former state president. The nine-metre-tall bronze statue cost an estimate of R8-million and is located at the Union Buildings in Pretoria. Do not confuse this statue with six-metre-tall Nelson Mandela statue located in Nelson Mandela Square, Johannesburg.

7. 28 feet: Jesus de Greatest (Nigeria)
Of course, we can't talk statues without mentioning Imo state, Nigeria. After a 43-year-old businessman, Obinna Onuoha, had a dream in 1997 to build a giant statue of Jesus, the 'tallest statue of Jesus in Africa' commenced construction in 2013. Unveiled three years later, the statue stands in St. Aloysius Catholic Church, Abajah village in Imo state. The statue was made of white marble and is 8.53 metres (28.0 ft) tall and weighs 40 tons. The largest statue of Jesus in the world is Christ the King statue which stands in Swiebodzin, Poland, at 33 metres (108 ft) tall.

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