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A keloid is a type of raised scar that grows excessively at the site of a healed skin injury. Unlike normal scars, keloids can grow much larger than the original wound and may continue to grow over time.

Key Features of Keloids:

Appearance: Thick, raised, and often shiny or rubbery. Can be pink, red, purple, or darker than surrounding skin.

Texture: Firm or hard to the touch.

Size: May continue to grow well beyond the boundaries of the original wound.

Symptoms: Often painless, but may cause itching, tenderness, or discomfort.

Common Locations: Chest, shoulders, upper back, earlobes, and cheeks.


Causes and Risk Factors:

Causes: Usually develop after skin injuries such as:

Cuts

Surgical incisions

Burns

Acne

Piercings

Insect bites


Risk Factors:

Genetic predisposition

Darker skin tones (more common in people of African, Asian, or Latin descent)

Age (more frequent in people between 10 and 30 years old)



Treatment Options:

Non-surgical:

Corticosteroid injections (to reduce inflammation and size)

Silicone sheets or gels

Cryotherapy (freezing)

Laser therapy

Pressure therapy


Surgical:

Surgical removal (note: high risk of recurrence, often worse if not followed by other therapies)


Emerging Treatments:

Radiation therapy (post-surgical)

Interferon injections

5-fluorouracil (5-FU) injections



Prevention:

Avoid unnecessary skin trauma (e.g., piercings or tattoos if you're prone to keloids).

Use pressure earrings or silicone sheets after surgery or injury.

Early treatment of acne or other skin conditions to avoid scarring.

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This report highlights a deeply tragic and alarming situation in Imo State, reflecting the ongoing security challenges in parts of Nigeria. The brutal nature of the killings, including the targeting of entire families and the use of machetes and firearms, suggests a level of violence that is both systematic and deeply unsettling.

Several key concerns arise from this report:
1. Security Failure: The fact that such attacks continue over multiple days without apparent intervention from security forces raises serious questions about the effectiveness of law enforcement and military operations in the region.
2. Lack of Official Response: The silence from the state police command, even when directly contacted, suggests either a lack of coordination, an attempt to downplay the crisis, or an inability to address the situation effectively.
3. Humanitarian Crisis: The killing of women and children underscores the vulnerability of civilians and the need for urgent humanitarian intervention.
4. Escalation of Violence: If left unchecked, such massacres could lead to further unrest, retaliatory attacks, and displacement of communities.

The Nigerian government must act swiftly to restore security, investigate the perpetrators, and provide relief to affected families. Silence and inaction will only embolden those responsible and worsen the crisis.

Ah, my Man U people, una see wetin Bournemouth use una eyes see for Old Trafford? Dem don turn ‘Theatre of Dreams’ to ‘Cinema of Nightmares’! Imagine Bournemouth knack una 3-0 for una house! Chai, dis no be football again o, na comedy skit.

22 points after 17 matches? Abeg, wetin una dey build for 13th position—foundation for relegation? Abi na ‘Lucky 13’ una dey try unlock?

Make I no lie, una form this season fit make person cry and laugh at the same time. But no vex, hope still dey—next season, abi next two seasons, una fit bounce back. For now, just hold body, e no easy to watch this kind drama every weekend!

N2.23 Trillion Ransom Wahala: Security Don Dey Worse

NBS report show say Nigerians pay N2.23 trillion for ransom between May 2023 and April 2024.

Key Gist:
• 65% of victims pay ransom, averaging N2.67m per incident.
• North-West worst hit with 14.4m cases; rural areas suffer pass urban.
• Low trust in police: only 36.3% of home robberies and few kidnappings get reported.

Major Problems:
1. Slow police response dey force rural areas to rely on vigilantes.
2. Fear of crime high—13% in villages.

Way Forward:
• Improve police response, fund security agencies.
• Empower community policing.
• Address poverty to tackle root cause of crime.

Ransom payments don choke Nigerians. If goment no act now, e go worse.

Nigeria’s Petroleum Import Crisis: N9.1 Trillion Spent in Nine Months Despite Local Refinery Efforts

The National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) report revealing that Nigeria spent N9.1 trillion on refined petroleum imports between January and September 2024 paints a grim picture of the country’s persistent energy challenges. This figure, which doubles the N4.5 trillion recorded in the same period of 2023, raises serious questions about the efficacy of Nigeria’s refining infrastructure and energy policies amid ongoing economic difficulties.

Escalating Petroleum Importation Costs

A closer look at the data indicates a worrying trend:
• Q1 2024: N2.6 trillion
• Q2 2024: N3.2 trillion
• Q3 2024: N3.3 trillion

In stark contrast, the same period in 2023 saw significantly lower expenditures:
• Q1 2023: N1.4 trillion
• Q2 2023: N1.2 trillion
• Q3 2023: N1.9 trillion

The doubling of petroleum importation costs in just one year underscores a worsening dependence on foreign refined products, despite the government’s renewed efforts to revive local refining capacity.

Why Are Local Refineries Not Delivering?

Nigeria’s inability to maximize its local refining capacity is a decades-long problem. Despite announcements that the Port Harcourt Refinery has resumed operations, its true production capacity remains unclear. Questions about its ability to meet domestic demand persist, fueling skepticism about the government’s claims of progress.

At the same time, the much-anticipated Dangote Refinery in Lagos—a $20 billion private investment capable of refining 650,000 barrels per day—has been entangled in disputes over pricing structures. Accusations of inflated costs and policy disagreements have hampered its widespread adoption as a reliable domestic alternative.

Economic Impact of Petroleum Importation

The economic implications of spending N9.1 trillion on refined petroleum imports are far-reaching:
1. Pressure on Foreign Exchange Reserves: Importing refined petroleum requires significant foreign exchange, which strains Nigeria’s already weakened reserves and exacerbates naira depreciation.
2. Inflationary Pressures: The cost of importing petroleum inflates pump prices, which cascades into higher transportation and production costs, fueling inflation across key sectors.
3. Revenue Drain: The funds spent on imports represent a massive revenue outflow that could otherwise be invested in infrastructure, healthcare, and industrial growth.

Policy Failures and Unmet Potential

The recurring energy crisis reflects both structural and policy failures. Nigeria, despite being Africa’s largest crude oil producer, has struggled to achieve self-sufficiency in refining. This failure highlights:
• Inadequate Policy Implementation: Previous turnaround maintenance plans for refineries have yielded little result, marred by corruption and inefficiencies.
• Dependence on Imported Solutions: The reliance on international refiners locks Nigeria into a cycle of vulnerability to global oil price fluctuations and forex challenges.

The Role of Dangote Refinery

The Dangote Refinery, hailed as a potential game-changer, represents a critical private sector effort to address Nigeria’s refining deficit. However, ongoing disputes regarding pricing models and government patronage threaten its ability to integrate fully into Nigeria’s domestic supply chain. Resolving these disputes is essential for the refinery to achieve its intended impact.

Charting a Path Forward

To address this deepening crisis, Nigeria must adopt a multi-pronged strategy:
1. Enhancing Refinery Transparency: The government must provide clear, verifiable data on the Port Harcourt refinery’s production capacity and output.
2. Private Sector Collaboration: Resolving pricing controversies with the Dangote Refinery is critical to ensuring its products are accessible, affordable, and integrated into the supply chain.
3. Strategic Policy Overhaul: Implementing a sustainable refining policy that includes timely investments, maintenance, and transparent governance of state-owned refineries.
4. Diversification of Energy Sources: Accelerating the development of renewable energy solutions to reduce over-reliance on petroleum.

Conclusion

Nigeria’s N9.1 trillion expenditure on petroleum imports in just nine months underscores the urgent need for structural reforms in the energy sector. The disconnect between local refinery operations and the rising cost of imports highlights critical policy and operational failures that must be addressed. With global energy prices volatile and domestic inflation on the rise, achieving refinery self-sufficiency is no longer an option but a necessity. Nigeria must act decisively to break free from its import dependence and leverage its oil wealth for sustainable economic growth.

Ah, the Bolekaja and Molue era—memories that flood the heart with nostalgia, and sometimes with a touch of humor and disbelief. If you ever hopped on one of those Molues, you know exactly what I’m talking about. The sheer chaos of squeezing into an overcrowded bus, with its creaky metal frame and the constant sounds of honking, shouting, and the distinct smell of sweat and street food in the air. It was more than just a mode of transport; it was an experience, a daily adventure that prepared us for anything life threw our way.

Remember those “Bolekaja” rides? For those who don’t, “Bolekaja” was a term used for the ride where you had no choice but to hold on tight to anything you could grasp, as the driver navigated through Lagos traffic like a skilled acrobat. If you didn’t sit by the window, you were in for an uncomfortable ride, with the heat from the engine and the packed seats pushing you closer to a full-blown sauna experience.

The Molue buses, on the other hand, were like mini communities on wheels. Each one had its own vibe, its own rhythm. Some were noisy with conversations and music, others quiet with just the hum of the engine. And the conductors—how could we forget them? Their skill in balancing the chaos while collecting fares was unparalleled, often yelling out destinations with such passion you’d swear they were on a mission to give a performance.

But in the midst of the madness, there was a strange sense of camaraderie. People helped each other find space, shared their stories, and sometimes even forged friendships amidst the noise. The Molue and Bolekaja weren’t just transport—they were a slice of life in Lagos. It was a different world, and if you were lucky, you’d come away with a story, a memory, or maybe a new perspective on the unpredictability of daily life.

How about you? Do you have any unforgettable Bolekaja or Molue experiences that still make you smile—or cringe—when you think about them?

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It’s an time of the year to recognize eminent personalities of the year award.

Kindly assist by voting for my sister MD as the CEO of Mortgage Bank of the Year Award…


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The best thing to do is to do the following;
1. get married
2. Delete all porn related videos and pictures on your phone
3. Try to always stay around people, avoid isolated place
4. Though, it is difficult to adjust to this, stay offline as much as possible
5. Go for deliverance.

This is my opinion and it has really worked for me...

I smell foul, the girl in the pics is Vicky ama

Hmmm we are waiting #teamtobi #tobi_for_the_money