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PoliticsRe: Army To Give N500,000 To Anybody That Gives Information On Suicide Bomber by godin: 7:23pm On Jan 17, 2017
una de find scape goat....kolewerk
BusinessRe: 5 Dirty Businesses In Nigeria That Fetch Big Profit by godin: 10:11am On Jan 14, 2017
419 nko
EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:50pm On Jan 13, 2017
11.lalasticlala The most venomous snake known in nairaland

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:48pm On Jan 13, 2017
10. Fierce Snake or Inland Taipan
While I did say that I would not include multiple sub-species in this list, the incredible Inland Taipan deserves a spot of its own. It has the most toxic venom of any land snake in the world. The maximum yield recorded for one bite is 110mg, enough to kill about 100 humans, or 250,000 mice! With an LD/50 of 0.03mg/kg, it is 10 times as venomous as the Mojave Rattlesnake, and 50 times more than the common Cobra. Fortunately, the Inland Taipan is not particularly aggressive and is rarely encountered by humans in the wild. No fatalities have ever been recorded, though it could potentially kill an adult human within 45 minutes.

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:46pm On Jan 13, 2017
9. eastern brown snake
Don’t let the innocuous name of this snake fool you, 1/14,000 of an ounce of its venom is enough to kill an adult human. Coming in a variety of species, the Eastern Brown snake is the most venomous. Unfortunately, its preferred habitat is also along the major population centers of Australia. The Brown snake is fast moving, can be aggressive under certain circumstances and has been known to chase aggressors and repeatedly strike at them. Even juveniles can kill a human. The venom contains both neurotoxins and blood coagulants. Fortunately for humans, less than half of bites contain venom and they prefer not to bite if at all possible. They react only to movement, so stand very still if you ever encounter one in the wild.

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:44pm On Jan 13, 2017
8.Blue Krait
The Malayan or Blue Krait is, by far, the most deadly of this species. Found throughout South East Asia and Indonesia, 50% of bites from the deadly Blue Krait are fatal, even with the administration of antivenin. Kraits hunt and kill other snakes, even cannibalizing other Kraits. They are a nocturnal breed, and are more aggressive under the cover of darkness. However, overall they are quite timid and will often attempt to hide rather than fight. The venom is a neurotoxin, 16 times more potent than that of a Cobra. It quickly induces muscle paralysis by preventing the ability of nerve endings to properly release the chemical that sends the message to the next nerve. This is followed by a period of massive over excitation (cramps, tremors, spasms), which finally tails off to paralysis. Fortunately, bites from Kraits are rare due to their nocturnal nature. Before the development of antivenin, the fatality rate was a whopping 85%. Even if antivenin is administered in time, you are far from assured survival. Death usually occurs within 6-12 hours of a Krait bite. Even if patients make it to a hospital, permanent coma and even brain death from hypoxia may occur, given potentially long transport times to get medical care.

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:42pm On Jan 13, 2017
7.taipan
Another entry from Australia, the venom in a Taipan is strong enough to kill up to 12,000 guinea pigs. The venom clots the victim’s blood, blocking arteries or veins. It is also highly neurotoxic. Before the advent of an antivenin, there are no known survivors of a Taipan bite, and death typically occurs within an hour. Even with successful administration of antivenin, most victims will have an extensive stay in intensive care. It has been likened to the African Black Mamba in morphology, ecology and behavior

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:41pm On Jan 13, 2017
6. black mamba
The feared Black Mamba is found throughout many parts of the African continent. They are known to be highly aggressive, and strike with deadly precision. They are also the fastest land snake in the world, capable of reaching speeds of up to 20km/h. These fearsome snakes can strike up to 12 times in a row. A single bite is capable of killing anywhere from 10-25 adults. The venom is a fast acting neurotoxin. Its bite delivers about 100–120 mg of venom, on average; however, it can deliver up to 400 mg. If the venom reaches a vein, 0.25 mg/kg is sufficient to kill a human in 50% of cases. The initial symptom of the bite is local pain in the bite area, although not as severe as snakes with hemotoxins. The victim then experiences a tingling sensation in the mouth and extremities, double vision, tunnel vision, severe confusion, fever, excessive salivation (including foaming of the mouth and nose) and pronounced ataxia (lack of muscle control). If the victim does not receive medical attention, symptoms rapidly progress to severe abdominal pain, nausea and vomiting, pallor, shock, nephrotoxicity, cardio toxicity and paralysis. Eventually, the victim experiences convulsions, respiratory arrest, coma and then death. Without antivenin, the mortality rate is nearly 100%, among the highest of all venomous snakes. Depending on the nature of the bite, death can result at any time between 15 minutes and 3 hours

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:39pm On Jan 13, 2017
5. tiger snake
Found in Australia, the Tiger snake has a very potent neurotoxic venom. Death from a bite can occur within 30 minutes, but usually takes 6-24 hours. Prior to the development of antivenin, the fatality rate from Tiger snakes was 60-70%. Symptoms can include localized pain in the foot and neck region, tingling, numbness and sweating, followed by a fairly rapid onset of breathing difficulties and paralysis. The Tiger snake will generally flee if encountered, but can become aggressive when cornered. It strikes with unerring accuracy.

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:38pm On Jan 13, 2017
4. Philippine cobras
Most species of Cobra would not make this list; however the Philippine Cobra is the exception. Drop for drop, its venom is the most deadly of all the Cobra species, and they are capable of spitting it up to 3 metres. The venom is a neurotoxin which affects cardiac and respiratory function, and can cause neurotoxicity, respiratory paralysis and death in thirty minutes. The bite causes only minimal tissue damage. The neurotoxins interrupt the transmission of nerve signals by binding to the neuro-muscular junctions near the muscles. The symptoms might include headache, nausea, vomiting, abdominal pain, diarrhea, dizziness, collapse and convulsions.

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:36pm On Jan 13, 2017
3. vipers
Vipers are found throughout most of the world, but arguably the most venomous is the Saw Scaled Viper and the Chain Viper, found primarily in the Middle East and Central Asia, particularly India, China and South East Asia. Vipers are quick tempered and generally nocturnal, often active after rains. They are also very fast. Most of these species have venom that cause symptoms that begin with pain at the site of the bite, immediately followed by swelling of the affected extremity. Bleeding is a common symptom, especially from the gums. There is a drop in blood pressure and the heart rate falls. Blistering occurs at the site of the bite, developing along the affected limb in severe cases. Necrosis is usually superficial and limited to the muscles near the bite, but may be severe in extreme cases. Vomiting and facial swelling occurs in about one-third of all cases. Severe pain may last for 2-4 weeks. Often, local swelling peaks within 48-72 hours, involving the affected limb. Discoloration may occur throughout the swollen area as red blood cells and plasma leak into muscle tissue. Death from septicaemia, respiratory or cardiac failure may occur 1 to 14 days post-bite, or even later

EducationRe: Top 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:35pm On Jan 13, 2017
2. death adder
The appropriately named Death Adder is found in Australia and New Guinea. They actually hunt and kill other snakes, including some on this list, usually via ambush. Death Adders look quite similar to vipers, in that they have triangular shaped heads and short, squat bodies. They typically inject around 40-100mg of venom with an LD of 0.4mg-0.5mg/kg. An untreated Death Adder bite is one of the most dangerous in the world. The venom is a neurotoxin. A bite causes paralysis and can cause death within 6 hours, due to respiratory failure. Symptoms generally peak within 24-48 hours. Antivenin is very successful in treating a bite from a Death Adder, particularly due to the relatively slow progression of symptoms, but before its development, a Death Adder bite had a fatality rate of 50%. With the quickest strike in the world, a Death Adder can go from strike position to striking and back again within 0.13 of a second.

EducationTop 10 Most Venomous Snakes by godin(op): 6:34pm On Jan 13, 2017
1. Rattlesnakes
The only snake from the Americas on the list, the Rattlesnake is easily identifiable by the tell tale rattle on the end of its tail. They are actually a part of the Pit Viper family, and are capable of striking at up to 2/3rd their body length. The Eastern Diamondback in considered the most venomous species in North America. Surprisingly, juveniles are considered more dangerous than adults, due to their inability to control the amount of venom injected. Most species of rattlesnakes have hemotoxic venom, destroying tissue, degenerating organs and causing coagulopathy (disrupted blood clotting). Some degree of permanent scarring is very likely in the event of a venomous bite, even with prompt, effective treatment, and can lead to the loss of a limb or death. Difficulty breathing, paralysis, drooling and massive hemorrhaging are also common symptoms. Thus, a rattlesnake bite is always a potentially fatal injury. Untreated rattlesnake bites, especially from larger species, are very often fatal. However, antivenin, when applied in time, reduces the death rate to less than 4%

Foreign AffairsRe: The Gambia President-Elect; Adam Barrow Is Alive - Gambian Journalist, Camara by godin: 7:40pm On Jan 04, 2017
MAN UNITED MANAGERS SINCE 1986; (1) Sir Alex Ferguson. (2) David Moyes (3) Louis Van Gaal (4) Jose Mourinho ....................................................................... ARSENAL MANAGERS SINCE1986; (1) Gerge Graham (2) Bruce Rioch (3) Arsene Wenger ............................................................... CHELSEA MANAGERS SINCE 1986; (1) bobby Campbell (2) Jan Borterfield (3) David Webb (4) Glenn Hoddle (5) Ruud Gullit (6) Gianluca Vialla (7) Ray Wilkins (cool Claudio Ranieri (9) Jose Mourinho (10) Avran Grant (11) Felip Scolari (12) Ray Wilkins (13) Guus hidink (14) Carlos Ancelotti (15) Andrew Villas Boas (16) Robert Di Matteo (17) Rafael Benitez (18) Jose Mourinho (19) Guus hidink (20) Antonio Conte ***More Managers Than Trophiescheesycheesycheesy The question is, can we still call this Chelsea a football club?
SportsRe: Dairus Isaiah, A Nigerian Street Basketballer Suffering From Vitiligo by godin: 3:23pm On Dec 27, 2016
Dear Phcn mánager, its like your staff on duty today is sleeping..... We have been having light since morning and i cannot do anything because i have just been seeing movies upandan instead of going to the Cinema or washing my dirty clothes. Please do something about it before you People Will say the light have spoil for Over usage.
Thanks alot for understanding.
Patriotic Nigerian.
RomanceRe: Man Proposes To His Girl Again After She Misplaced First Engagement Ring by godin: 1:56pm On Dec 25, 2016
OK

CrimeCamera Caption Moment Russia Ambarssador Was Shot Dead In Turkey by godin(op): 10:23am On Dec 20, 2016
Russia's ambassador to Turkey has been assassinated by an off-duty police officer in front of terrified witnesses allegedly in retaliation for the crisis in
Aleppo .
The gunman - smartly dressed in a black suit and tie - reportedly shouted "Allahu Akbar" and said in Turkish "We die in Aleppo, you die here" after shooting Ambassador Andrei Karlov in the back.
The attacker was fatally shot by police after killing Mr Karlov and wounding three others in what Russia's Foreign Ministry has called "an act of terrorism".
Mr Karlov, 62, was delivering a speech at an art gallery in the capital of Ankara when he was shot from behind in an attack caught on camera, and then shot at least once more at close range as he lay on the floor.

HealthRe: Is It Possible To Be Depressed And Not Know It by godin: 12:52pm On Dec 19, 2016
yes buhari is depressed and he doesn't know
CelebritiesRe: Seun Egbegbe Leaves For Malaysia After Phone Theft Saga by godin: 3:45pm On Dec 16, 2016
fortunechy:
Full name.......Okeke ifeoma Vivian Tattoos.............. No Piercing............... Yes Nickname............. No Pet name................ No Married.................... Not yet Birthday..................... 12 January Divorce....................... No Children..................... None Shot a gun................. Nope Flown on a plane...... Yes Cried over someone..... No Fell in Love..................... Once Watched someone give birth... Yes Watched someone die...............yes Ridden in an ambulance.......... Nah Sang karaoke............................ Nah Rode on a motorcycle............ Yeah Rode on horse......................... Yeah Surgeries................................. No Stayed in a hospital............... Yes Donated blood........................ No Smoked weed.......................... No Drank alcohol.......................... Yes Broken someone's heart........ Yes Have a crush on someone..... No Dating.................. Yes
una don carry dis thing come here
BusinessRe: Christmas: Excitement In Cross River As 'abakaliki Rice' Sells For N14,500 by godin: 11:42am On Dec 13, 2016
AfonjaStinks:

IPOB feeding Afonjas and Zombies since 1934
Have you no sense
SportsRe: First Ever Biafra Football Clubs Play Against Each Other by godin(op): 9:49pm On Dec 11, 2016
more pic

SportsFirst Ever Biafra Football Clubs Play Against Each Other by godin(op): 9:47pm On Dec 11, 2016
The World Stood Still On Tuesday The 29th Of November 2016, When The Two Formidable Biafran Football Clubs In Malaysia (IPOB Kuala Lumpur And IPOB Penang Football Clubs) In An Enthralling Game Of Football Slugged It Out In Their First Ever Official Biafran Football March Played Between The Two Clubs In Kuala Lumpur (KL) Malaysia,
Cross section of the Bifarn Squad Before their March on 29 November 2016 in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
The world stood still on Tuesday the 29th of November 2016, when the two formidable Biafran football clubs in Malaysia (IPOB Kuala Lumpur and IPOB Penang football clubs) in an enthralling game of football slugged it out in their first ever official Biafran Football March played between the two clubs in Kuala Lumpur (KL) Malaysia,
The March which was played in Kuala Lumpur and hosted by Biafrans in KL saw Team Penang beat their host 2-nill; each of the goals came during the first and second half of the game, respectively. Meanwhile, the IPOB Team Kuala Lumpur were looking forward to clinching the first winning position of the series but their hope was dashed when they eventually ended up losing 0-2 to their guest in the early minutes of the second half. The Penang Biafra football team were obviously in control of the pace of the game from the beginning to the end of the March. Meanwhile the game was played in a very thrilling and brotherly atmosphere and it ended without any injuries to any side.
OFFICIALS OF THE GAME: From the right; IPOB Football club head coach and National Leader IPOB Malaysia Mr Obilo
Cross section of the Bifarn Squad Before their March on 29 November 2016 in Kuala Lumpur Malaysia
Some Die-hard IPOB Fans Posed for a short during the March in Kuala Lumpur on 29 November 2016

CrimeRe: Rival Cult Members Arrested In Osun. Photos by godin: 7:36pm On Dec 09, 2016
awon omo oshi
Nairaland GeneralRe: Beggar Gifts Groundnut Oil To Lady Who Usually Gives Her Token On A Daily Basis by godin: 1:10pm On Dec 09, 2016
princeofpeace22:
No drink am ooooooh angry Na love portion

Quote me and die angry

European Football (EPL, UEFA, La Liga)Re: Zorya Vs Manchester United: Europa League (0 - 2) On 8th December 2016 by godin: 8:44pm On Dec 08, 2016
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Nairaland GeneralRe: Mad Cow Attacks And Injures Butcher That Was Hired To Kill It For Wedding -Video by godin: 3:58pm On Dec 08, 2016
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