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It is not a rare thing for top government officials and officers to have immunity from being prosecuted for criminal offences civil crimes in the world; it helps them to avoid unnecessary distractions in the discharge of their duties.

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According to the Nigerian constitution, Nigerian Presidents and governors are exempted from being tried for any wrong doing, as long as they are still in office. The same is not the case for the legislative arm of the country.

Nigerian senators and members of the House of Representatives at the moment will be tried, and may be jailed if found guilty of any crime. The lawmakers aren’t happy about this, and want to eat the same cake enjoyed by the executive and judiciary arms of government.

Nigerian Senators, months ago introduced the idea of amending the constitution and passing a law that top officials of the national assembly enjoy immunity. They discussed at length, bickered and argued amongst themselves over the issue.

A bill to this effect was recently introduced, and passed, during a raucous session at the House of Representatives. This is despite calls from several sections of the country against the action. The bill is set to be read the second time at the chamber before being passed to the Senate for ratification.

In a country riddled by widespread corruption and fraud, this isn't the way forward and here are five reasons why:

1. Abuse of Power: Nigerians are notorious for abuse of power, lawmakers are not an exemption. Nigerian lawmakers are perceived to be corrupt both home and abroad. The legislators are known to have dubious means of making money through contracts awarded for projects. Immunity for lawmakers will arm them with more confidence to loot, and then flee the country when their tenure is done, like ex-Nigerian Ministers and Governors.

2. Previous Criminal Records: As human rights lawyer, Femi Falana, puts it, “no serious nation can grant immunity to legislators who have been linked with criminal diversion of public funds, forgery and rape.” Nigerian lawmakers don’t need immunity to carry out their legislative duties. It’s hard to see how a lawmaker needs immunity to create laws that’ll move the nation forward and ensure proper governance. Senators should be tasked with creating laws, not trying to protect themselves when they break it.

3. The Senators are representatives of the people. Giving them immunity is tantamount to giving Nigerians immunity as well. They enjoy immunity within the corridors of the National Assembly and that should be enough for them.

4. If there will be immunity for the national assembly top leaders, it shouldn't come at this time when the 8th assembly is characterized with fraud and irregularities. Armed with immunity this time, will jeopardize various judicial actions against the leaders of the Senate.

5. Immunity will erode one major tenet of democracy which is accountability. Their constituents will not be able to hold them responsible for decisions Immunity will consequently make them the most powerful arm of government as the other arms; executive, judiciary will not be able to check them. this will also erode the democratic feature of checks and balances .
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The country is grappling with so many issues that need pressing solutions, this should be the debate at the assembly quarters than waggling of tongues over immunity.

Source: https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/nigeria-5-strong-reasons-why-nass-leaders-should-not-get-immunity.217105/

Mallam Garba Shehu, the Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity on Monday made an appeal to BringBackOurGirls, BBOG, ‘not to waver in their support for the government in the war against terrorism and in the ongoing effort to free all Nigerian citizens taken captive by the Boko Haram terrorist group.’

Though not total, the present administration has done fairly better than the immediate past government of Dr. Goodluck Jonathan.

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Here are 10 reasons why.

1. Nigerian military, with more sophisticated weapons and government support have launched series of successful attacks on Sambisa Forest, a stronghold of the Boko Haram terrorist group and other encampments.

2. President Buhari shortly after assuming power ordered the relocation of the Military Command Centre from Abuja to Maiduguri with immediate effect. “The command centre will be relocated to Maiduguri and remain until Boko Haram is completely subdued. But we can not claim to have defeated Boko Haram without rescuing the Chibok girls and all other innocent persons held hostage by insurgents.” Although the Presidency has not achieved all its set targets, many successes have been recorded.

3. Records from the Army show that about 15,000 captives, mostly women and children have been rescued from the terrorists from February to date.

4. Dozens of communities that were previously under the control of the terrorists have been liberated, allowing thousands of previously displaced citizens to return home and resume their normal lives. The latest of this is the reopening of the Maiduguri-Gamboru road after 3-year closure.

5. In addition, thousands of women and children freed from captivity have been reunited with their families.

6. The Buhari-led government carried the citizens along in the fight against the insurgents. The successes and downfall of the Nigerian military is well reported in the media.

7. Nigeria has provided $21million to the Task Force since June 2015 and is committed to an additional $79 million USD, bringing the total of Nigeria’s commitment to the Task Force to 100 million USD.

8. Buhari in June 2015 was able to secure $5m support from USA for the fight against the terrorists in the sub-region. The U.S Government further announced an additional $40 million USD for humanitarian assistance in the sub-region.

9. Recruitment of additional 10,000 persons into the Nigeria Police Force is ongoing. The recruitment will address the manpower gap which currently exists in the Nigeria Police, subsequently not only enhancing security in North-east but the whole country.

10. The army now have a more secured border to ensure that fleeing insurgents are tracked down.

Source: https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/10-ways-president-buhari-is-more-successful-than-jonathan-in-fighting-boko-haram.217008/

The gory scene of the street hawker that was crushed by a speeding oncoming truck yesterday sent chills down the spines of Nigerians. Media reports have it that the young man met his untimely death after being chased by men of the Kick Against Indiscipline (KAI), a Lagos state government environmental task force.

The deceased was scampering for his dear life, and the huge fine (N10, 000) that would be imposed on him for making for a living in a petty way. He was allegedly hit by the Bus Rapid Transport (BRT).

The government, however, explained in a statement by the Commissioner for Information and Strategy, Steve Ayorinde, that it was a truck belonging to a soft drink company that unfortunately knocked the hawker down and not a BRT bus as erroneously thought.

According to Ayorinde, “It wasn’t any of our buses that killed him (hawker); it was a soft drink company truck that unfortunately crushed the boy while he was trying to escape from KAI officers who were on patrol trying to rid the street of street hawkers and traders. The Lagos State Government would like to use this opportunity to further reiterate that it would not relent in ridding the state of illegality, street trading and hawking,”

The young man's death is not a new case in Nigeria. Street traders are everyday faced with myriad of untold hardships while trying to get their wares across to potential buyers. If not death, some of them suffer being trampled on by vehicle wheels, some being hit by over-speeding drivers while trying to catch up (with goods in their hands) with their buyers for money of purchased items.

The defence of the state government is clear: that they are trying to rid a mega, but commercial city like Lagos of the menace of street hawking, child trafficking, and social vices. True, we've had cases of hoodlums who disguise as traders to strip people off their possessions.

However, being civilly responsible behoves on environmental officials to exercise their duty with sense of caution and humanity – as street trading is a commercial part of our tradition.

Taking it back to the good old days, where shouts about products or a melodious tune would let potential customers know what wares street traders had to offer as they made their way from street to street. This manner of trading makes goods available at the door steps of buyers and this has not in any way faded into oblivion as civilization crept in.

They are seen on the highways, in bus garages, in public transports, etc. Their manner of trade cannot be totally eradicated in our society – that is overshadowed with corruption, gross misconduct of public officials, unemployment among others. Government officials cannot claim they have not patronised these street traders in one way or the other.

These resourceful youths count their profit at the end of the day and channel the money towards their upkeep, perhaps towards their education.

The trading activity, for some, does not in any way disturb them from going to school or alter their dreams. And in fact, our people see nothing bad in it since it is an integral part of our culture. In fact, many great men in Nigeria have stories to tell on how they traded in the street to survive.

Some buyers prefer to get their needs from street traders not because of their busy schedules, but because these traders sell at cheaper rates, and create a friendly relationship with their customers for long-term transactions. Their productive effort is about creating value for people, not merely maximizing profits.

Our governments should recognize that the mere act of buying and selling communicate an important knowledge: the satisfaction for ordinary people to trade without fear will pave way to life-sustaining flourishing.

The death of the young man is a constant reminder that with no other means to survive, street traders will continue to work hard to make a honest living. It is also a call on government to gear up to being responsible for the lives of ordinary citizens, and not blaming the rot on legislations that may continually claim the lives of young, innocent, and aspiring citizens.

Lagos state government led by Dr. Akinwunmi Ambode should call state para-military officials to order in delivery of their constitutional duties and ensure adequate training and re-training of those officers at intervals. The government should also sincerely compensate the family of the deceased.

Source: https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/lagos-kai-street-traders-and-the-rest-of-us.215869/

True, opposition should be the people's watchdog keeping the government on its toes and forcing it to follow the right democratic path. Opposition parties are also expected to play the oversight role by ensuring that the actions of government are in the best interest of the people. Role of opposition in a democracy is much more creative and crucial rather than opposition for the sake of opposition. Its main role is to expose weakness in government policies and remain a vigilant watchdog over the action and inaction of the government.

This is not the case in Nigeria, opposition parties are victims of dictates of the incumbent government. They are subjected to all forms of restrictions, that are sometimes not in tandem with the true ethics of the law. Below are some of these challenges.
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1. “Illegal” Arrest And Prosecution: Just as it is the case with Femi Fani-Kayode and some other allegedly corrupt political figures, opposition party members are constantly quizzed over mismanagement of funds, and some other crime-related offences that they could easily have by-passed when in government.

2. Reduced Federal Allocation: Especially with states that do not have representatives at the federal level, they are cut short of federal government benefits accruable. This results in the inabilities of these states to pay its workers, and execute capital projects, hereby depending on their Internally Generated Revenues.

3. Restrictions: Opposition party members in Nigeria continue to be victims of legal and political restrictions designed by the incumbent regimes. For instance, reports had it that the controversial Ekiti State governor, Ayo Fayose of the Peoples Democratic Party and his Rivers state counterpart, Nyesome Wike have recently been slammed with travel ban by the APC-led Federal Government. This is not healthy in a true democratic process, as the Section 308 of the Constitution that gives the president immunity also provides the governors with same leverage.

Also recently is the freeze of Governor Ayo Fayose's personal bank account by Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, and as well as the shut down of Ben Bruce's Lagos Galleria by AMCON. Ben Bruce is a Bayelsa-born PDP Senator.

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Last week, the Indigenous People of Biafra, IPOB, called on the federal government of Nigeria and British Prime Minister, David Cameron to organize a referendum with the slogan; ‘BIAFREXIT’ for the secession of the south-east region into the Republic of Biafra.


In a quick reaction to this, Senator Ben Murray Bruce on Monday advised pro-Biafra agitators to tread with caution. Quoting him: “Brexit (has already) hit the British Economy hard. I’m sure they’ll recover. But what does it mean for Nigeria? It means we are better as one nation.”

How right is Mr Bruce? Here are 10 reasons why a Biafra Republic may not work out even if secession succeeds.

1. Leadership: The African continent is in a constant milieu of bad leadership at every level of governance. This variable realistically cannot be counted out in the sojourn of any third world country and a Biafra republic will not be left out.

2. System of Government: Will it be federal or unitary, presidential or parliamentary, a strong centre or a confederation? ‘Biafrans’ will have strong and diverse opinions about this. These diversity if not properly managed may culminate in total breakdown.

3. Militancy Will Continue: An average Pro-Biafran will argue that secession is the one and only solution to their problems, the necessary and sufficient condition to end series of attacks by militants. To a far extent however, these notions are wrong and untrue. The aim of militancy goes beyond agitations and boils down to individual agenda of a few. In addition, since it worked in Nigeria, it will become an instrument which will be employed often by agitators. This will surely contribute to a fall of such republic.

4. Leadership Tussle: The road to independence may be the same road to impotency of a Biafra Republic. Prominent among the agitators today are; Nnamdi Kanu, the Okahs etc. Prominent politicians in the region may jostle for different political positions and serve as godfathers. Leadership tussle if degenerated may cause friction and subsequently perpetuate hostility which will affect negatively.

5. Over Reliance On Oil: Just like its ‘mother country’ Nigeria, Biafra Republic will continue to rely solely on oil. However, if not properly managed coupled with the fact that developed nations are doing all it could to alternate oil, such reliance may halt a ‘promising Biafra government.’

Continue here https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/biafrexit-10-reasons-why-biafra-republic-may-not-work-out.215667/

The recent trend of happenings in Nigeria's political space has left everyone to conclusively say the country is a joke! Especially with the law makers, ever since the inauguration of the 8th Assembly in June 2015, the National Assembly activities have been marred with a lot of flaws than praises. These do not mean well for a striving nation like ours.

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1. Lazy Lawmaking: The Nigerian Senate on Thursday, 23 June embarked on a 17-day holiday. Senate President Bukola Saraki announced the resumption to be Tuesday 12th July, 2016. It would be recalled that in May 2016, the senate was shut, and adjourned plenary for one week to enable members of the Peoples Democratic Party, in the chamber, to attend the party congresses.

2. Hasty Passage of Bills: Nigerian Senate under the leadership of Dr. Bukola Saraki on Tuesday, June 14, began consideration to alter the 1999 constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, passing 13 bills for second reading in seven minutes.

The decision was taken on the floor of the Senate during plenary as it was referred to the committee on constitutional review chaired by Ike Ekweremadu, the deputy Senate president. This seems to be the trend with the Nigerian Senate as it in June 2015 passed 46 bills into law in less than ten minutes under the leadership of Senator David Mark.

3. Purchased Expensive Vehicles: The Nigerian Senate under the leadership of Dr. Bukola Saraki purchased Toyota LXR V8 Land Cruisers for 36 of its 109 members. The vehicle cost N36.5 million for each. The move by the Senate leadership to acquire these exotic SUVs for senators drew the fury of Nigerians when former President Olusegun Obasanjo wrote a letter to the federal lawmakers in December. In the same month, President Buhari also faulted the move in his maiden presidential media chat. However, the lawmakers ignored the advice and went ahead to acquire the cars in April at twice the market price at the whooping cost of N36.5m each. This came at a time when the nation is battling with a terrible economy, and states' inability to pay their workforce. The reason for the purchase of these vehicles cannot be totally justified when these senators already have exotic cars.

4. A Divided House: A house that is divided against itself cannot stand. Just recently, the All Progressives Congress and Labour Party law makers in the Nigerian Senate passed a vote of confidence on President Muhammadu Buhari's administration. The Peoples Democratic Party senators vowed to discontinue cooperation with the APC-led Federal Government. With such a sharp divide in the nation's law-making body, this may spell doom when debating sensible policies.

5. Sex Scandal: Three Lawmakers have recently been alleged of a sex scandal in the United States, consequently leading to the canceellation of their visas to enter the country. The affected members – Mr. Mohammed Garba-Gololo (Bauchi State); Mr. Terse Gbillah (Benue State), and Mr. Samuel Ikon (Cross River State) – allegedly committed the act during a recent trip to the US to participate in the International Visitor Leadership Programme on Good Governance organised by the US Government. The US Department of State and the Cleveland Council on World Affairs says Mohammed Garba Gololo allegedly grabbed a housekeeper in his hotel room and solicited her for sex while Mark Terseer Gbillah and Samuel Ikon allegedly requested that hotel parking attendants assist them to solicit prostitutes. Though the alleged House of Representatives members have denied the allegation, telling the United States to present proofs but the allegation is disgraceful as it sounds for Nigerian lawmakers.

Continue here https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/9-reasons-why-nigerias-8th-assembly-is-a-joke.215357/

“Everyone wins when children — and especially girls – have access to education. An educated girl is likely to increase her personal earning potential and prepare herself for a productive and fulfilling life, as well as reduce poverty in the whole community. Investing in girls’ education also helps delay early marriage and parenthood. Our booming economies in Africa need more female engineers, teachers and doctors to prosper and sustain growth.” – Angelique Kidjo.


Millions of Nigerian girls have access to university education, however the challenges faced in the system diminishes the quality of education they get. Nigerian girls are constantly faced with a myriad of challenges which make the university environment a dangerous place. Here are 4 reasons why Nigerian universities are unsafe for girls:

1. Gender discrimination

Nigerian universities do not offer equal opportunities to boys and girls. This discrimination is visible right from the admission process, example: The proportion of girls who apply for core science courses and the proportion who get in.

Also, in the school environment there's rarely equal opportunity for both sexes. Some Nigerian universities do not allow girls to contest for all the seats in the student union government. Specific seats which are often insignificant are reserved for the girls.

Lecturers also play a big role in gender discrimination. They occasionally lend support to the idealism that girls ought to serve the boys. When conflict arises between males and females they are quick to reprimand the girls with, “don't you know he's a man?”

2. Sexual Harassment

Sexual Harassment of ladies is one of the biggest issues in Nigerian universities today, Ladies face harassment from both male colleagues and lecturers who believe a woman's body is theirs for the asking.

Girls fail courses, drop out in droves or bag extra years when they try to resist sexual harassment from lecturers. Even where evidence of harassment is presented to management, they still prefer to support one of their own (the lecturer). Girls are blamed for getting harassed.

If a girl is raped and she dares report, her image is dragged through the mud. Even when rape case is between two students you hear questions like, ‘haven't you done it before [haven’t you had sex before]? ’, ‘why did you go there?’ thrown at the girl. Butt grabbing and sneer comments which constitute sexual harassment in saner climes are laughed off in Nigeria.

Continue Here: https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/4-reasons-nigerian-universities-are-a-dangerous-place-for-girls.215140/

The return to democracy in 1999 was welcomed by the greater majority of Nigerians as well as the international community. The Peoples Democratic Party prides itself as a big umbrella that shields the Nigerian populace from rain, sun, and untold hardships. But all do not seem well for the erstwhile ruling party considering the prolonged leadership tussle and centrifugal developments within its fold, especially when Nigerians ousted them out of the federal seat last year.


No doubt, the party needs to clean some mess, but here are 10 reasons why the party supporters should have a re-think on throwing weight behind the green-white-red party.

1. A major setback for the PDP over the years is the substantial loss of those powerful and influential founding fathers to rival political parties. The ugly phenomenon began towards the end of former President Olusegun Obasanjo's tenure, whose perceived unnecessary overbearing influence led to an implosion within the then ruling PDP.

The emotional and physical attachment most of PDP founding fathers have for the party seem to have diminished. For instance, former Senate President, Senator Ken Nnamani, who served in the National Assembly during the Obasanjo administration called it quits with the PDP.

2. PDP is no longer a national party. The party appears to have suffered a serious deficit in the quantum of real power brokers across majority of the six geopolitical zones in the country. It is only the South-East and the South-South that the PDP apparently can boast of having a relative firm grip, though it has two governors in the South-West , as well as two out of the 19 governors in the northern part of the country. The wound inflicted by the exit of five governors elected on its platform preparatory to the 2015 general election, has not healed.

3. The infamous slogan of the PDP "share the money" did not drop from the thin-air. The Peoples Democratic Party allegedly facilitated massive massive looting, flouting of the law, which are major jabs on the economy.

4. Lack of internal democracy: The PDP has failed to institutionalize internal democracy within the party not to talk of the country as a whole.

5. The PDP has failed to give equal chance to all its members to aspire for any electable offices, with majority of its party congresses and conventions ending up in scandals.

Continue at https://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/10-reasons-pdp-supporters-need-another-umbrella.215047/

There is still a lot of goodwill for the President Mohammadu Buhari-led government, but this is quickly fading as we hear the distant drums of the 2019 elections and the positioning of APC members for the highest office in the land. The president now has less than 3 years to put the right structures in place to save Nigerians and Nigeria. We hope for the best.

Judging from the issues surrounding the APC-led administration, here are 12 quick reasons President Buhari is not Nigeria's messiah.

1. President Buhari does not appear to have plans to unify the country in any way shape of form.

2. The President appears not to have a grasp of the current political dynamics in the country and seems to believe he can work alone or with one or two associates to fix Nigeria. The budget issue is a wake-up call.

3. APC is now the refuge for most of the people that plunged the country into darkness since 1999. It seems to be the place of faux-repentance for those hoping to hold on to their wealth by pledging allegiance to the new king.

4. Limited communication in all areas. Does not feel Nigeria need explanation for anything the government does. It appears his mandate is clear - he has been elected to dictate the way forward for Nigeria and Nigerians. This is not open to discussion.

5. This is probably the most unprepared government in Nigerian history. It took 6 months to announce ministers and even though we are over year down the line, we now have no clear expectations from any minister (maybe that is by design).

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PentiumPro:
You write very good English but yet very deficient in basic economics

His deficiency in Economics made him ask that question. Why not answer him instead of pointing out his deficiencies?

olaniyanibukun0:
Sheyman my padi...... U made FP!!!!!!!!!!!




*tears cloth, jumps from medical floor in awo block 7. Where's Banky? Runs towards reading room *....... I swear, I sabi sheyman (SeyiAyorinde) Na my seat partner for department. ;DSheyman my padi...... U made FP!!!!!!!!!!!




*tears cloth, jumps from medical floor in awo block 7. Where's Banky? Runs towards reading room *....... I swear, I sabi sheyman (SeyiAyorinde) Na my seat partner for department.

You don drink gegemu this early morning

I read about the sufferings of a woman in Katsina after suffering from the Stevens-Johnsn Syndrome here https://www.nairaland.com/3138906/woman-suffers-stevens-johnson-syndrome-katsina

I decided to put up this article so others can learn and know more about the deadly skin condition

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is a rare, albeit potentially life-threatening adverse drug reaction that often affects the skin and mucous membranes. First described in 1922 by Albert Stevens and Frank Johnson, it has been a medical emergency often requiring weeks to months of hospitalization in the intensive care or burns unit. Recently, SJS came into the spotlight in Nigeria when the Honourable Minister of Health, Professor Isaac Adewole drew public attention to two newly diagnosed cases, one of whom had already died while the other one was hospitalized at the National Hospital, Abuja. The minister consequently advised the general public to shun self-medication, a practice that is very rampant among Nigerians.

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According to a skin specialist, Dr Olanrewaju Falodun, the incidence of this deadly syndrome is high in Africa on account of extensive use of herbal preparations coupled with high HIV prevalence. It's also worthy of note that Stevens-Johnson syndrome appears to affect more women than men.

In order to stay safe from this condition, some facts you need to be familiar with are highlighted here.


1. What causes Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Although the exact cause of this condition cannot be identified in 25-50% of cases, self-medication and infections are the major culprits while cancers may also be responsible for few cases. Some of the drugs that have been linked with SJS include, but are not limited to common pain relievers such as paracetamol, ibuprofen and naproxen; antibiotics such as penicillin; anticonvulsants and antipsychotics as well as anti-gout medications such as allopurinol. In the same vein, infections such as Herpes simplex or zoster, HIV, hepatitis and pneumonia may cause Stevens-Johnson Syndrome.


2. Who is at risk of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

Any person who has had the condition in the past is at risk of a recurrence, especially if they use the same drug again. Also, if someone in your immediate family has had SJS, you may be susceptible. Similarly, persons who have viral infections such as viral pneumonia, HIV, hepatitis and herpes tend to be at a higher risk. Lastly, it has been discovered that individuals who have a gene called HLA-B 1502 may readily develop SJS if they take certain anticonvulsants or antipsychotics.


3. What are the symptoms of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

If you have SJS, several days before the actual rashes appear, you may develop fever, cough, runny nose, sore mouth and throat, burning sensation in the eyes as well as tiredness. The typical symptoms of SJS include red or purple itchy, rapidly spreading skin rashes that ultimately lead to blisters and ulcers on the skin and mucous membranes of the mouth, eyes, nose and genitals. The affected person may also have a swollen tongue and face as well as painful shedding of the skin.


4. How is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome diagnosed?

Stevens-Johnson Syndrome is suspected from a good history including medications used or any recent viral infections coupled with physical examination of the rashes. To confirm the diagnosis, your physician may also take a biopsy of the rash for histological analysis.


5. How is Stevens-Johnson Syndrome treated?

Immediately after hospital admission, all nonessential medications will be stopped while nutritional and fluid replacement is started to compensate for the significant fluid loss from denuded skin. Furthermore, wound care involving wet compresses to soothe healing blisters, debridement and medicated dressing is done. Other aspects of care include antitetanus prophylaxis, analgesics to relieve pain, antihistamines for itching as well as antibiotics to control infection. In the same vein, steroid creams may be applied to the skin to control inflammation.


6. What are the complications of Stevens-Johnson Syndrome?

If not promptly treated, SJS can result in secondary bacterial skin infection which may eventually spread to the bloodstream leading to sepsis, shock or organ failure. Also, the rash in SJS may lead to conjuctivitis and in severe cases, extensive tissue damage, scarring and blindness. Lastly, in rare cases, SJS has been linked to inflammation of internal organs such as the kidneys, heart, lungs and liver.


Source: http://www.nigerianbulletin.com/threads/stevens-johnson-syndrome-causes-symptoms-and-treatment-of-the-deadly-skin-condition.213272/

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Rebekkah:
Please I want to buy about 20kg of Crayfish. if you have an idea of the price in this place let me know. quote me. thanks.

All right. I'm not sure if they sell per kilo though. I think it's per bag. I will confirm and get back to you.

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Congratulations dear. I wish you all the best. Na boy e go be

I stay in Apapa and I have been to Tomaro island a lot of times. Truly no electricity nor standard social amenities but it is a place to be for lovers of quiet, nature, water, sand and beaches. They've got all those in abundance. Fish and crayfish is abundant too. The island is mainly inhabited by the Ilaje ethnic group...very nice and warm set of people.

@maleeks... I'm interested in the trip ...

@jaymichaels.. Nice one. There's a Foursquare church at Tomaro/Itun Agan near that celestial/cherubim and that big football pitch ... Was part of those that started the church

Johan Cruyff, the man credited with reinventing modern soccer, has died aged 68. The former player and manager of Spanish giants Barcelona and the Netherlands' most successful club Ajax, had been battling lung cancer.

Cruyff is considered one of the most influential individuals in the last century, his Dutch team that finished runners up in 1974 referred to as playing "total football."

A statement on his official website read: "On March 24 2016 Johan Cruyff died peacefully in Barcelona, surrounded by his family after a hard fought battle with cancer. "It's with great sadness that we ask you to respect the family's privacy during their time of grief."

Source : http://edition.cnn.com/2016/03/24/football/football-johan-cruyff-death/index.html?sr=twcnni032416football-johan-cruyff-death1257PMStoryLink&linkId=22643588

It's his business. Who would want to blame someone that wants to surpass his father's legacies...

In other news, these pigs are happy. And they want you to be happy too....

The caption just ruined the beauty and the innocence of the picture

daphid25:
Spectranet moving like a train

But Smile is da best

Thanks

donTbone:
In terms of speed and efficiency...
i'd pick swift...


Cost, i'd pick spectranet


In my own view, in terms of
quick response to probs,
SWIFT is better!

Thank you bro

Good day everyone. Please, I work around Lekki in Lagos and I want to subscribe to one of the two ISP's above. I need internet facilities in my office which would cater for about 5 users. For those that are conversant with the two of them, which one would you advise I use in terms of speed, efficiency and cost. Thank you