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Being Newly-weds is a beautiful feeling. However, making it work is a totally different hustle. These are the 4 habits newly-weds should cultivate for marital bliss.

There is that unidentifiable fire and warm taste within you. You just want the whole world to know you are happy to have found the love of your life. We feel it too, but if you are looking to have a blissful marriage, there is still work to do. The next four habits are more for you, not your significant other. Granted a young marriage can only last when the two people agree to make it work.

Practice the idea of relating.

Relating is the way you two connect. It is time to move from the idea of having a husband that is solely yours to actually relating with him. We all are generally self-centered and not others oriented. We all love connecting, as long as it is on our terms. Relate with him!

Work on your personal growth

Try not to expect your spouse to be more than what you are not to him. If you don’t listen to him, don’t expect him to do the same. If he isn’t doing what you want, you do it to him first. If you like roses and he isn’t sending you some, send to him first and then maybe leave a note in it saying, “I wish you do send me roses too”

Have staying power

Try not to jump off the marriage train, at the first sight of conflict or unhappiness. Being married is not all a smooth ride filled with elation. There are bumps and each varies in intensity and depth.

Learn to iron things out as newly-weds

Always wanting to be right is not the way to go when it comes to making a marriage work. Try to practice compromise. Anyone will tell you it isn’t easy to do, but most successful couples had to do it.

https://www.nigerialog.com/family/4-habits-newly-weds-should-cultivate-for-marital-bliss/new/#new

Here are lifestyle and behavioural changes to expect once a you and boo become husband and wife.

To be married to a wonderful husband or a great wife is a goal for many people. But what you may not realise is that your old life as a single guy will not seamlessly roll into your new life as a married person.

You may know already, and it’s possible that you don’t; but here are five ways your lifestyle changes when you tie the knot:

1. More reserved, less extroverted

When people become married, they tend to become less outgoing and somehow become the type to stay more at home.

A recent German study, in which researchers looked at personality changes among nearly 15,000 people over a period of four years shows this.

Jule Specht at the University of Münster and her colleagues found that wedded participants showed decreases in the traits of extroversion and openness to experience as compared with the others who were yet unmarried and ‘free’ to do as they please.

This inability to spontaneously up and leave in search of momentary delights and experiences can be traced to the fact that once married, people would become more focused on their

2. Better at forgiveness

In 2017, a team of Dutch psychologists led by Tila Pronk at Tilburg University claimed that that two of the most important marital traits are self-control and forgiveness.

Having the ability to bite your tongue, hold back your words and restrain for saying hurtful things even when you really have it at the tip of your tongue… it is one of the biggest features married people often find themselves learning unconsciously.

For the benefit of the longevity of the marriage, this trait of restraint, alongside forgiveness, is one of the things required of married folks.

The dutch researchers recruited 199 newlywed couples and, within three months of their wedding, measured how forgiving each partner was, discovering that the newly-weds exhibited increase in forgiveness and self-control over the course of the study.

3. More responsibility

The threshold for commitment to your partner and being responsible for them increases once you become married to them.

Dating and courtship would have slightly prepared you for this, but never will it be heavily on you as it'll be after you've tied the knot and you and your partner's lives become merged into one.

https://www.nigerialog.com/family/3-lifestyle-changes-to-expect-when-you-tie-the-knot/new/#new

If you want to prove that you love someone, here are a few things you can keep in mind to do just that:

1. Be truthful. Be truthful about your feelings and voice your thoughts. The easiest way to prove that you love someone is by expressing your opinions about this special person.

2. A shoulder to lean on. Stand by your lover, in the good times, and more so in the bad times. All of us have our ups and downs in life. Be the shoulder to lean on and give your partner the courage and strength to take the next step by letting them know that you’re right by their side.

3. Sex and lust. While infatuation revolves around sex and lust, love doesn’t. Love is a deeper emotion that transcends physical appearances. If you truly believe that you like your partner for who they are as a person, and not because of how much they arouse you, that’s true love.

4. Don’t be materialistic. Money is fickle. It’s true that money can give you a lot of happiness, but your love should not flicker with the winds of wealth.

5. Romantic gestures. Indulging in happy romantic gestures is one of the sweetest ways to let someone know that you truly love them. It’ll make your partner feel loved and you’ll feel warm and happy on the inside.

6. Unconditional love. Love your partner unconditionally and selflessly. Put their needs before yours, and focus on their happiness more than your own. Unconditional love is tricky though and these expressions of selfless love should never be one-sided in the relationship, or it would eventually lead to a painful breakup.

https://www.nigerialog.com/romance/6-ways-to-prove-that-you-love-someone/new/#new

Although its consumption is legal in some countries, tobacco kills many of its users when used exactly as intended by its manufacturers . This statement affirms the popular catchphrase that ‘smokers are liable to die young ’.
The World Health Organisation Global Report on Trends in Tobacco Smoking 2000- 2025 noted that tobacco use is currently responsible for the death of about six million people across the world annually , with many of these deaths occurring among the people between ages of 25 and 40 .
Apart from outright death, other ‘rewards’ for include some terrible diseases and health conditions from smoking.
As the world marks the World No Tobacco Day today (Thursday), we take a look at seven of the most dreadful diseases caused or aggravated by smoking.

Heart Disease
Smoking damages the arteries to the heart either by obstructing and tightening the arteries , which means less blood and oxygen flow to the heart . This increases the risk of heart attacks and diseases. Each year, tobacco smoking accounts for around approximately 20 % of all heart disease deaths.

Stroke
Smoking does not only damage the arteries to cause heart attacks or diseases, it can also set off stroke . A stroke happens when the blood supply to the brain is temporarily blocked . Brain cells are deprived of oxygen and start to die . A stroke can cause paralysis, slurred speech , altered brain function and death.

Lung Cancer
The deadliest type of cancer is the lung cancer, which claims several lives . According to a report , 87 % of people who died of lung cancer are caused by cigarette smoking .

Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease ( COPD )
COPD is a disruptive lung disease that makes it hard to breathe which can result in a serious long -term disability and early death. COPD starts by making it hard to be active until the patient is unable to carry out his day -to- day activities. About 80 percent of all COPD is caused by cigarette smoking.

Asthma
Asthma is a chronic lung disease that makes it hard to breathe . It affects more than 10 million Nigerians – according to Prof . Erhabor , a Managing Director , Asthma and Chest Care Foundation. Because cigarette smoke irritates air passages, it can cause sudden and severe asthma attacks.

Infertility and Ectopic Pregnancy
Female smokers have their fertility chances at stake. Smoking reduces fertility in women , which makes it more difficult to get pregnant . Smoking also causes ectopic pregnancy in women , which is when a fertilized egg implants somewhere other than the uterus . The egg can ’t survive and, if left untreated , can be life -threatening for the mother .

Blindness , Cataracts and Age-Related Macular Degeneration
One of the signals of a high smoker is the red eyes , which suggests that the eyes are not comfortable with the smoke. Smoking can make one go blind . It is the leading cause of blindness in adults ages 65 and older. It damages eyes and can result in loss of vision just as it can cause age - related macular degeneration .

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/world-no-tobacco-day-seven-diseases-caused-by-smoking/new/#new

The traditional Nigerian woman is believed to be modest in her appearance as well as her manners .
However , in this present day where most women are becoming feminist and demanding equal rights in all spheres , they believe they have the right to do as they please with and to their bodies.
The current fashion trend of going braless, which isn ’t so new to the western world , is now being embraced and adopted by our Nigerian women . Nigerian women , amongst many other reasons , say they do this because they have the right to their bodies and no one has the right to tell them what to do.

When asked why they go out braless , most say it’s because bras are usually uncomfortable for them . Some say it’ s because some outfits don’t look good with bras . Some say they have really small breasts and wearing a bra makes no difference . Others say they just love the freedom that comes with going braless.
We all agree that everyone has a right to decide what to do with their own bodies. However , most Nigerians still consider that as indecent and provocative dressing and believe women should still appear modestly dressed amidst all trends and styles .
The popular saying of “ dress how you want to be addressed ” would apply here for the Nigerian woman . Dress to suit the occasion . Dress formally when necessary and dress casually when appropriate .
Has this trend come to stay ? Are we ready for this ?

https://www.nigerialog.com/random-thoughts/has-the-braless-fashion-trend-come-to-stay/new/#new

You probably have a lot of friends, now you are staring at all their pictures and wondering who should be your wing girls. Choosing who will stand up with you on your big day may seem daunting, but don’t worry—we’re here to walk you through the steps. So take a deep breath, we promise it’s not as tough as it seems.
Relax. Choosing your bridesmaids needn’t be a nightmare. Prioritizing what’s important is the key to arriving at a list that pleases everyone—even you. So what’s on your priority list?

1. Decide on the number of Bridesmaid you want.
This is the first step. You need to decide (with your man) how many people each you’re to bring on the bridal party. Once you have a figure, start penning down names as they pop into your head. From that Bunkie back in Uni to that girl you met at Shoprite… It’s normal for random people to pop up in your head due to the excitement. Go girl! You’re getting married!

2. Narrow down the choice.
Write an exhaustive list of everyone you’ll like to have on your train, and then narrow down to say top 10. This will be your second list but not final.

3. Think about the responsibilities and their competence
Do you want slay queens or conservative girls? Dancers? Size 8? Can they stand for long? Do they relate well with people? Are they cordial with your man? All these questions will need to be answered before you decide on who to settle for.

4. The lifestyle and current situation of those you intend to ask
Be conscious of your friends currently life situations. Is there one of your intending Bridesmaids nursing a baby? You already know that is a disaster, right? Or another that just lost her job (better still, just got a job in another city). Will they be available to attend to your demands and needs (which will be a lot!)?

5. Shortlist your finalists
Make a final list by shortlisting. Cross out names on the list as you go.

6. Be sure before you ask
Once you ask, there is no going back. Are you cordial enough with this person? Does this person have the patience a good bridesmaid need in case you become a bridezilla? Consider how they’d fit in with the rest of your bridal party. If you don’t think they’d mesh with your people, leave them off the list.

Now pop the question! Ask them to be your Bridesmaids.

https://www.nigerialog.com/random-thoughts/how-to-choose-your-bridesmaids-6-things-to-consider/new/#new

The fourth largest city in Mexico , Puebla has become one tourist destination to visit . Built at the intersection of two rivers , the city has strong religious roots and there are stunning churches on every corner .
If you ever happen to visit Mexico soon,here are some things you can do in Puebla :

Go church- seeing
First of all , you’ll want to see some of those spectacular churches in all their architectural glory . The central Church of Santos Domingo is most notable for its over - the -top Baroque -style Capilla del Rosario , dripping with all the gold in the world. The Templo de San Francisco is a bright-yellow structure that pays homage to local hero Blessed Sebastian of Aparicio . Puebla Cathedral , with its stunning black limestone front and stunning gold organ , is the second -tallest church in the country .


Visit the museum
Known for its stunning Baroque architecture , Puebla is home to the International Museum of the Baroque . The 2016 museum gives visitors a useful background on Baroque art and shows off classic examples .

Get historical at the library
Visit the Biblioteca Palafoxiana , widely considered as the first public library in Mexico . It consists of a 17 th- century book collection and reading room .

Purchase pottery
Talavera pottery is one of Puebla ’s proudest exports. The mud is baked, glazed, and hand - painted , most traditionally in blue and white patterns. Even the local Starbucks has Talavera-style decor . Head to Uriarte to buy items and souvenirs. The shop is home to the country ’s largest Talavara producer . You can buy or preorder tableware , vases , tiles and so on .

Sample a local dish
Some of Mexico ’ s most loved foods have origins in Puebla , especially mole poblano . The spicy chocolate dish was reportedly invented by a Poblano woman who was trying to clean out her pantry.

https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/best-things-to-do-in-puebla-mexico/new/#new

Without a doubt, the greatest failure we have registered as a nation is the failure to provide uninterrupted electricity to Nigerian businesses and homes. The power sector has seen many cosmetic changes in the past, many of which, of course, did not improve the reliability or availability of electricity to the country.

I have never hidden my belief and confidence in the discipline and integrity of the Nigerian military to deliver on mission objectives. The problem we’ve had in our military has been as a result of leadership failures at the top of the country’s political leadership over the years. But make no mistake, our military has the potential, if challenged, mobilized, and provided with the funding and political support to deliver uninterrupted power supply to the country.

There are many reasons why this may succeed, the most important of which is that the military has a solid top-down command structure where accountability is very easy to ascertain. If a particular power station, or a particular transmission line fails, it would be very easy to go to the officer in charge of that particular infrastructure and get an honest situation report. That report can either lead to assistance to, or replacement of the officer with another more competent officer for that very electric infrastructure.

Our country is in such a critical infrastructure mess because of this power issue and the situation does seem to have an end in sight.

A friend from Ghana supplied my family with “Dawadawa” that, in my opinion, passes international standards of packaging. This “Dawadawa” was so well packaged in cans that it doesn’t even smell!
After a cursory inspection of the product, it dawned on me that it could only have been produced in a country with steady power supply. The friend said that the main selling point of the Ghanaian packaged Dawadawa is that it doesn’t smell, but that could only have been produced in a place with reliable electricity. Again, because I know that Nigeria produces Dawadawa more than Ghana, I felt bad, again, for Nigeria.

The point here is that we should remove some of our most critical public infrastructure from the “all comers” area, and hand them over to our military to run and ensure that they work as intended. I would also even like our military to be given the contract to deliver world class hospitals in the 6 geopolitical zones of Nigeria.

In the military, failure leads to real career consequences for an officer. And the funding can easily be accounted for because officers can be dishonourably discharged from the military, or even court marshaled. A dismissed officer can also be tried and jailed in civilian courts if they committed economic or financial crimes in the assigned project. The point is that military officers have a whole lot to lose (and only the few competent and trusted ones are even assigned to projects anyway), than politicians who simply come from nowhere, with or without the backgrounds, to be trusted with an infrastructure whose efficiency consequence can be a matter of life and death to real people.

The privatization should be critically examined to find a way to hand the entire thing (even if by seconding the companies with our military personnel) to the military.

Some of our political problems may even start to melt away if our people suddenly start getting 24 hour electricity supply for 365 days of each year. We don’t really know other problems that may disappear if we solve this power supply problem with a military efficiency and dispatch.

A humble opinion.

https://www.nigerialog.com/military/maybe-we-should-hand-over-electricity-supply-to-the-nigerian-military-for-now/

Honey is a natural humectant that will moisturize and hydrate skin.

Popular kitchen spice, turmeric can be used as a skin-brightening face mask. When combined with other ingredients such as raw milk and honey can do wonders for your skin.

Raw milk is great for softening rough skin and hydrating dry skin.

Honey is a natural humectant that will moisturize and hydrate skin. This amazing combo will boost your skin cells and give them the gentle nourishing treatment they deserve.

Ingredients:

1/4 teaspoon turmeric powder

1 teaspoon milk

1 teaspoon honey

Directions:

Use a gentle facial cleanser to remove all traces of makeup.

Gently wash your face with warm water to open up pores and allow the nutrients to sink in. Pat your face dry before using this mask.

Mix the above ingredients thoroughly in a small bowl.

Using clean fingertips, slather a thin amount of the turmeric face mask onto your face. Sit for five to 10 minutes or until the face mask dries up completely.

Rinse off with cool water and a mild facial cleanser or an all-natural homemade honey facial cleanser.

https://www.nigerialog.com/beauty/how-to-use-honey-and-raw-milk-for-glowing-skin/new/#new

President Muhammadu Buhari has said that he will, in few days, sign into law the ‘Not too young to run’ bill.

The President made this promise in a nationwide broadcast in commemoration of the nation’s Democracy Day early on Tuesday.

He said, “In few days to come, I will be joined by many promising young Nigerians to sign into law the ‘Not too young to run’ bill”

The bill, which is part of the process to amend the 1999 Constitution, seeks to reduce the minimum age requirement for elective positions in the country.

It was first passed by the Senate and the House of Representatives in July 2017. Many state houses of assembly in the country have also passed the bill.

President Buhari also advised all and sundry to be law-abiding as the country enters into another election season.

He said, “The upcoming months will usher us into another season of general elections. Let me use this opportunity to urge us all to conduct ourselves, our wards and our constituencies with the utmost sense of fairness, justice and peaceful co-existence such that we will have not only hitch-free elections but also a credible and violence-free process.”

The President, who reiterated that the fight against graft remained his administration’s primary objective, vowed not to relent in killing corruption before it did an irreparable damage to the nation.

He said, “The second primary objective of this administration is to fight corruption headlong. Like I have always said, if we don’t kill corruption, corruption will destroy the country. Three years into this administration, Nigerians and the international community have begun to applaud our policies and determination to fight corruption. We are more than ever before determined to win this war, however hard the road is. I, therefore, appeal to all well-meaning Nigerians to continue to support us in this fight.

“Various policy measures already put in place to stem the tide of corrupt practices are yielding remarkable results. Some of these key reform policies include: Treasury Single Account, which has realised billions of naira being saved from the maintenance fee payable to banks. N200bn has also been saved from the elimination of ghost workers in public service.”

President Buhari noted that the whistle-blowing policy had helped the government to recover over N500bn.

He added, “The Presidential Initiative on Continuous Audit, set up with a mandate to validate controls, assess risks, prune personnel costs and ensure compliance with Public Financial Management reforms, has helped to identify and remove over 52,000 ghost workers from the Federal Government’s MDAs Payroll.

“The Voluntary Asset and Income Declaration Scheme aimed at expanding tax education and awareness has offered the opportunity for tax defaulters to regularise their status in order to enjoy the amnesty of forgiveness on overdue interest, penalties and the assurance of non-prosecution or subject to tax investigations.”

He explained that the Sovereign Wealth Fund project portfolio had been expanded with an injection of $650m so as to strengthen its investment in local infrastructure, power, health, reconstruction of the Abuja-Kano Road, Lagos-Ibadan Expressway, East-West Road (Section V) and the Mambilla hydro-electric power project as well as the construction of the 2nd Niger Bridge.”

Speaking further on the anti-graft war, Buhari noted that the fight against corruption, through the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission and the Independent Corrupt Practices and other related offences Commission, had resulted in the recovery of billions of naira, as well as the forfeiture of various forms of assets.

He said, “We have retained the services of one of the world’s leading assets tracing firms to investigate and trace assets globally. This is in addition to the exploitation of provisions of existing treaties, conventions as well as bilateral agreements with multilateral bodies and nations. Nigeria has also signed Mutual Legal Assistance Agreements to ensure that there is no hiding place for fugitives.”

Buhari added that through prudent spending and blocking of leakages, the nation’s foreign reserves had improved to $47.5bn as of May, 2018, as against $29.6bn in 2015.

The inflationary rate, he added, had consistently declined every month since January, 2017.

The President, who applauded women for their contributions to national development and advancement of democracy, also urged Nigerians to avoid hatred and intolerance.

This, he said, would help the country to achieve its developmental objectives in an atmosphere of harmony and peaceful co-existence.

He listed his achievements in the last three years to include increase food security programme built around self-sufficiency and minimisation of import dependency.

Specifically, he said rice importation had been cut down by 90 per cent, which he noted had a direct impact on foreign reserves.

Others, he said, included Social Investment Programmes, Home Grown School Feeding Programme, and Conditional Cash Transfer where underprivileged Nigerians were given N5, 000 per month.

The President described the commemoration of 2018 Democracy Day, which is the third anniversary of his administration, as a celebration of freedom for Nigerians.

He said the celebration was also a recommitment by his government to keep its promise to lead Nigeria into a new era of justice and prosperity.

Buhari admitted that his administration had faced challenges in the journey of three years while Nigerians stood by his government in achieving its three cardinal points.

He said, “Today marks the 19th year of our nascent democracy and the 3rd Anniversary of this administration. I am thankful to Almighty God for bringing us thus far.

“This administration came at a time that Nigerians needed change, the change we promised and the change we continue to deliver.

“We have faced a lot of challenges on this journey and Nigerians have stood by us in achieving the three cardinal points of this administration namely; security, corruption and the economy.

“The commemoration of this year’s Democracy Day is a celebration of freedom, a salute to the resilience and determination of Nigerians and a recommitment by Government to keep its promise to lead Nigeria into a new era of justice and prosperity.”

https://www.nigerialog.com/politics/ill-sign-not-too-young-to-run-bill-in-few-days-buhari/new/#new

As we celebrate Children ’s Day , we have compiled a list of places in Lagos where you and your kids can have a thrilling time .

Amusement parks
Visiting an amusement park is a good one if you have adventurous kids or you are adventurous . You get to go on so many fun and amazing rides that give you that adrenalin rush . Most amusement parks will offer a Children ’ s Day package you can hop on .
Apapa Amusement Park has been recently renovated and has a lot of indoor and outdoor games and food courts. It ’s on the cheaper end compared to Hi- Impact Planet . Hi-Impact Planet is a theme park on the Lagos - Ibadan expressway . Like Disneyland , it is the first of its kind in Nigeria .

Beaches
This is for water lovers . Living in a place like Lagos is perfect for this experience and we all know visiting the beach is always a good idea . Go horse riding and take beautiful pictures with your family.
Atican Beach is one beach that is very safe and family friendly . There is a private playground made for kids and you can lodge at the Atican Hotel .

Omu Resort
This is a fun spot for families . It is a combination of adventure , nature and history. It has an amusement park , quad bikes , zoo , go -kart course , wax museum , mini nature golf , horse -riding , archery , water park , sea world, fun rides and much more .

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https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/five-places-to-visit-in-lagos-where-you-can-have-fun-with-your-children/new/#new

Children learn the most from their parents and the adults they grow up around . As a responsible parent , taking care of your child ’s health and teaching them to follow healthy habits is very essential.

In commemoration of Children ’s Day , here are a few tips to make your kids health conscious . Building this foundation will , in turn, make them healthy adults and also positively influence their friends at home and at school .

1 . Don ’ t skip breakfast
Breakfast is the most important meal of the day . A breakfast complete with all food groups will help your kid stay energetic throughout the day . Try to find a meal that pairs fruits , proteins, carbohydrates and vegetables . Also , limit the amount of junk food your kids eat .

2 . Wash hands always
Hand-washing tops the list when it comes to getting your child into healthy habits . Teach your kids to wash their hands properly with soap . Also show them to rinse well with water after using the bathroom , after playing outdoors and before eating food .

3 . Teach toilet manners
Toilet train your kids and teach them how to handle their bathroom efforts . Educate them on the need to wash hands after using the toilet and to flush when done .

4 . Be active
In this digital world , it is not rare to see kids being stuck to television sets and gadgets . Children and adolescents need a total of 60 minutes of physical activity every day . Inactivity leads to obesity .
To curb this trend , encourage your kids to find joy in outdoor activities and sports. Take a walk , go swimming or ride a bike. Encourage your kids to try group activities , such as team sports or martial arts. Involve your child in active chores around the house and make it fun .

5 . Organise family time
Having family time enables you to connect with your kids and catch up on their lives . Sadly , it is something parents miss out on nowadays. Create time to have dinner and talk with your kids without the distraction of TV , phones or computers.

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https://www.nigerialog.com/health/10-healthy-habits-for-your-kids/new/#new

Check this list, if you are guilty of any of these signs, you might be having a serious spending issue.

Ever wonder how your salary develops wings and disappears quickly as soon as you receive it?
Or how your purse, pocket and everywhere you keep your money develops holes and leak away your hard earned money.

If you truly wonder how this happens, you might not really get it. But see, there is no wing or hole anywhere. The only explanation for this is that you have spending issues.

Spending problem can seriously affect your personal finance. It can injure your effort to gain financial freedom and condemn you to a financial wreck...if care is not taken.

This is why it is important you acknowledge these issues if you find yourself borrowing before payday.

These are three common signs that tell you have a serious spending problem.

1. When you have to hide your new purchases because you're owing.


One of the signs that you have a very serious spending issue comes when you begin to hide your new purchases from your friends.

It is understandable to hide it because you don't want them to come begging you to borrow them your new shoes, bags or dress.

However, it becomes a spending problem when you have a debt hanging on your neck and instead of settling it, you wish to satisfy your impulse.

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https://www.nigerialog.com/business/if-you-do-these-3-things-you-have-a-serious-spending-problem/new/#new

The World Health Organisation estimates that over 39 million people are blind and another 246 million people are suffering from low vision .
Glaucoma , a group of related eye diseases that damage the optic nerve , is one of the main causes of blindness around the world.
In the eye , there is a clear fluid which passes through the anterior chamber . When it builds up, it leads to an increase in eye pressure , thereby causing eye damage . This damage can lead to glaucoma .

There are two types of glaucoma : the unsuspecting open -angle and acute -angle closure glaucoma .
Open- angle glaucoma comes with no symptoms . People who have this usually do not notice a problem with their vision until the disease becomes full blown. People with glaucoma notice they have decreased vision as if they need to squint like they are looking through a tunnel .

A person with acute - angle closure , on the other hand , experiences headaches , eye redness , Glaucomatous halos and eye pain .

A study finds that glaucoma and blood pressure are strongly linked . This link is called Ocular perfusion pressure . When there is high pressure in the eye , the possibility of blood delivering oxygen to the eye and to remove unwanted products is significantly reduced.
Some studies have shown that as much as 40 % of people with normal eye range still end up having glaucoma while the reverse can also be the case for those with high eye pressure . This is because glaucoma is determined by how much pressure a person’s optic nerve can carry .

Because you cannot be too sure , a visit to the hospital for eye exams can help keep your eyes in check and slow down the progression of the disease.

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/glaucoma-a-critical-look-at-the-leading-cause-of-blindness/new/#new

The Biafra Zionists Federation ( BZF ) has said the Federal Government was trying to intimidate its members from carrying out their plans to declare Biafra Republic on May 30 by deploying fighter jets in the zone .
It declared that no amount of fighter jets deployed against the zone would stop the group from announcing Biafra and occupying the Enugu State Government House , which it said , was the designated headquarters of Biafra on May 30 .
The Guardian learnt that air surveillance by the joint patrol of Army and Police had increased in the zone since Monday ; fuelling fears of possible clashes in the event of security breaches .
BZF leader , Mazi Benjamin Onwuka , told journalists in Enugu that the group was prepared to face any kind of security apparatuses that may be deployed to frustrate the exercise .
He called on Biafrans to assemble at the Enugu Government House on May 30 , asking Governor Ifeanyi Ugwuanyi to steer clear of controversy “by vacating office before that date .”
He said already the , “fighter jets deployed for that purpose are hovering everywhere in Enugu State and southeast . The agenda is simple , to intimidate and instill fear in us and in our members .
“But, we want to make it clear that we cannot be intimidated ; that era
is gone . Should anything happen to any of our members on that day all those involved will pay dearly for it.
“Nigeria and President Muhammadu Buhari are already in panic. You can see them flying fighter jets all over . This is intimidation . They have failed ,” he said .
Onwuka equally said his group expects “all Biafrans to observe a public holiday on May 30 , adding: “Nigeria will not escape independence of Biafra on May
30 th, if they arrest us , they have dug their hole . If they don’t arrest us , the announcement will be made .
Meanwhile, no fewer than 32 members of the Ralph Uwazuruike - led Biafra Independent Movement ( BIM) have been remanded in prison for illegal procession and possession of ornaments belonging to the group .
The affected members , who include 30 males and two females, were arrested at various locations in Enugu on Tuesday during a procession to mark the Biafra Day celebration .
The Police arraigned them before an Enugu Magistrate Court presided over by S . Okoro for breaching section 41 of the criminal code , laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria .
The Police said in Enugu yesterday that it would not tolerate any breach to peace and security.
State Commissioner of Police , Danmallam Mohammed , therefore , warned pro- Biafra agitators planning showdown on May 30 to beware , stressing that the command would not compromise the security of the state.

https://www.nigerialog.com/politics/well-declare-biafras-independence-on-may-30/new/#new

LAGOS State government on Wednesday said the much anticipated the Embedded Power Supply Project will commence by July 2018, noting that all is now set for the take-off of the programme, a brain child of the present administration, targeted towards generating 3,000 megawatts electricity for the state within the next three to five years.
Commissioner for Energy, Mr. Olawale Oluwo, disclosed this at the ongoing annual Ministerial Press Briefing held at Bagauda Kaltho Press Centre in Alausa to mark the third anniversary of Governor Akinwunmi Ambode’s administration.
According to him, the project when it takes off would commence the journey to deregulate Nigeria’s power sector from Lagos State and ultimately achieve energy security for the state.
“Our Power Reform Programme which is the Embedded Power Project, all things being equal, will take off in July 2018. The House passed the law in January and the governor signed the bill into law in February. The implementation committee is already working and a lot of work has been going on the field and everywhere. We would do our Expression of Interest sometime in June and that process will kick-start this project,” the commissioner said.
Oluwo said the 13 locations for the pilot phase of the programme was currently awaiting approval of the State Executive Council and would be released soon.
He said that the power and gas sectors reforms were key interventions of the Governor Ambode led administration to correct the structural challenges in the power sector and gradually position the state for 24-hour power supply.
The commissioner said that apart from the reforms in the power sector, the state government had begun implementation of other sectoral reforms, including the downstream petroleum sector, the gas sector as well as the solid minerals sector and regulatory reforms.

“The essence of all this is that we want to give Lagos, energy security and to achieve this, you must have security of electricity, gas and petroleum products,” he said.
Oluwo said that when the reforms were fully implemented in the next three to five years, the state’s reliance on gas from the Niger Delta region would be less critical to the state’s economy.
“The overall objective of the gas reform is to open the Lagos gas market to local and international players in order to make the Niger Delta gas less critical to future of Lagos economy (the ultimate goal is to make Lagos State to be fully independent of Niger Delta gas in three to five years,” he said.
Oluwo said plans were already in the pipeline to increase gas supply to Lagos from the present 500 million standard cubic feet (scf) per day to approximately 1.25billion scf per day in three to five years, adding that the state would soon sign long-term off-take contracts for gas found in any oil field in Lagos to power the Lagos economy.
He said seven agencies would be driving the reform in the gas sector as plans had been concluded for the reticulation of gas to homes starting from Ikoyi, Victoria Island and Ikeja GRA.

https://www.nigerialog.com/metro/lagos-to-begin-embedded-power-project-in-july-2018/new/#new

Having a loyal friend makes life more complete. Women cannot do without a girlfriend to share with her little secrets, nights, gossips or hangouts.

Below are the kinds of friends a woman needs to make her life charming:

Top on the list is a cheer leader girlfriend. This type of girlfriend is always happy and takes life in a positive way. This friend will help out of that moodiness, sadness and insecurity you may be experiencing. Your special occasions such as friendship anniversary and birthday date are always on her mind.

College ride is another type of girlfriend a woman needs. You meet her on the first day of enrollment in first year. You experience certain life lessons together which bonds you and makes your friendship stronger. She will always support your ambitions and dreams.

Partner in crime is another type of girlfriend a woman needs. She is always there for you any moment you need a plus one for an event. Despite not talking to each other on daily basis, she always checks up o you and responds immediately.

Co-worker girlfriend is another type of girlfriend you can’t miss. You will meet this friend at work place. She is always there to add some life to those stressful work moments.

She updates you on gossips from work and motivates you to soldier on at work. Because she understands pressure at work, she will invite you for a drink to relax your mind.

Lastly, the rock girlfriend. She gives you all the time and listens to your problems. She gives advice and helps you make wise decisions no matter how the tough the situation.

Since she understands you well, she will boost your emotional spirits and help you recover from any stress.

https://www.nigerialog.com/romance/types-of-girlfriends-every-woman-needs/new/#new

The start of a relationship is always special. You are excited to get to know this person but you are also a tad nervous about how things will turn out.

It is natural to feel a mix of emotions when you are just getting to know someone but there are some mistakes that you really need to avoid during this period.Here are some of them:

1. Not respecting his or her personal space: Spending all your free time together might seem like the sane thing to do right now, but you also need to give, and get some space of your own in return.

No matter how the relationship shapes up, you do need to give your own self priority, and not just spend every waking minute together.

2. Cutting off from friends and family: You are happy and you want to be together all the time, but that doesn’t mean you need to cut your friends and family out.

You can be in a relationship and still have your own set of friends and family that you continue giving priority to. Remember they were here first.

3. Not accepting the problems: The start of the relationship is the worst time to have a fight because arguments mean that not everything is perfect.

While you may like to keep up the pretense of living the perfect life just a little longer, arguments and problems are part of the relationship.

Instead of brushing them aside or ignoring them, acknowledge them and work towards solving your differences early on.

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Being a bad friend or encountering a bad friend is what we expect at one point in our lives as social beings. Over time, friends happen to become much comfortable with us just like it happens when you are in a relationship. We do expect that good friendship requires honesty, support, and respect but sometimes reverse is what we rip from friendship. This is how you can tell your friend is fake:

You may have encountered a friend who only shows up to you only when he/she needs your help for his/her own convenience! Beware of them because you are only being used but you won’t get that help when you need it from him/her.

We expect a good friend to be much comfortable enough to share with you some of his/her confidential information that he/she feel you should know. Unfortunately, after sharing the information, you take the information outside to people who should not know. Trust will be broken and that’s not healthy in friendship.

In day to day life, we encounter friends who never show up when you urgently need them! This happens especially during a baby shower for anew born, wedding or any other ceremony. It is important to be always there for your friend especially when you don’t have a busy schedule and show your support. You are likely to lose your friends for never showing up all the time!

Lastly, we encounter the kind of friends who like acting clueless or escaping to pay small bills each time you get in a restaurant or any refreshment place. This behavior is common among friends who fake that they are always broke. You are likely to lose a friend because of this terrible habit because he/she will feel you are only using them!

https://www.nigerialog.com/family/this-is-how-you-can-tell-you-are-having-fake-friends/new/#new

A relationship is a two- way street . Everywhere we turn , there are tons of advice for women on how to keep their man happy and satisfied . This is great , but what about the men ? Who is providing them with advice on making the woman they love happy and keeping her satisfied ?
You say she’ s the wind beneath your sails , the delight of your eyes and the still waters by which you lay down. Remember , actions speak louder than words. Don ’t believe the lie that it’s impossible to know what women want. You can make her happy and treat her like the queen that she is .
Here are a couple of tips to please the woman in your life as well as make sure she keeps falling head over heels for you.

Love her in the way she wants to be loved
Start by asking questions and taking notes . If she loves to hear you say how much you love her, then doing things for her without verbally expressing your love won ’t cut it. If she loves having you around and basking in your company, buying her gifts won ’t fill her love tank . So it’s not enough to express love ; make sure the love you’ re giving is actually touching the right spots.

Respect her
We ’re often told that what men need the most is respect and what women need the most is love . Does this mean that men don ’t need to love and women don’t need to respect ? Certainly not! Mutual respect is as essential to a healthy relationship as passion is, and should be preserved .

Take care of yourself
In the beginning , when you were trying to win her, you always took the time to look sharp and smell good. There ’ s no reason to stop now or let yourself go. Every woman appreciates a man who takes care of his body . So , eat right , exercise and keep looking like the hunk she fell in love with .

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Nigerians have dishes indigenous to them, there are however several dishes that are found in various household.

Here are 5 soups every Nigerian or foreigner looking to acquaint themselves with Nigerian culture should know how to make.

Okro soup

This is the most basic Nigerian soup and really easy to make making it a favourite among bachelors.

Egusi soup

Egusi soup can be eaten with rice and swallow but requires more effort. You can add vegetables to spice it up a little.

Most Nigerian egusi soup recipes are made using melon seeds, palm oil, vegetables (bitter leaf or any other of our choice) and other condiments. Egusi soup is best enjoyed with pounded yam, eba, semo/wheat or amala.

Ogbono soup

Ogbono soup is eaten widely across Nigeria. Also known as Draw Soup, Ogbono is slimy in nature and helps your swallow slide down.

Some people like their Ogbono soup plain others would add vegetables to it.

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Every household is familiar with Vaseline, especially as children.

There are several reasons why Vaseline remains classic and not just for children. Consider these creative uses of petroleum jelly, especially if you have dry skin. People with oily skin might need to find another alternative, lighter oils to prevent breakouts, especially for the face.

Moisturizer

Vaseline works wonders as a moisturizer for dry skin. For best results, apply it after washing your face at night. You will wake up with moisturized skin.

Prevents flaking

Flaky, peeling skin can benefit one from a soft coat of Vaseline, especially the peeling skin at the elbows and knees.

Exfoliating

Vaseline can go very well with sugar, baking soda or other exfoliating agents for skin. Again, it should be noted that Vaseline is best for dry skin. People with oily skin should consider lighter oils like coconut or olive oil for exfoliating.

Vaseline can also work for lip exfoliating when used with sugar. It also goes very well as a lip balm.

Blister prevention

You know those shoes that cause blisters on your feet? Try rubbing Vaseline in the places where there are usually blisters before putting on the shoes to prevent blisters.

https://www.nigerialog.com/beauty/the-many-uses-of-vaseline/new/#new

Have you fallen victim of fake money before? This is how you can identify fake Naira note next time.

Many people have fallen victims of fake money because they don't know how to identify the counterfeit of their national currency.

The truth is, anybody can be a victim if you don't know the differences between a real Naira note and its counterfeit.

Identifying these differences does not require a university degree, you only need to conduct a simple test when you doubt the quality of a Naira note.

Carrying out these five simple tips on a Naira note will help you to differentiate a fake Naira from a genuine one.

1. Check the texture

If the texture of the money is soft, so soft that it gives you a concern, and the image in it looks dull, you can reject it and ask for another Naira note from whoever gives it to you.

2. Use water or other liquid

Conmen produce fake money. And the colours they use in printing counterfeits are soluble in water and some other liquids.

If you have a doubt about a note, immerse it in water or petrol and scrub it gently. If it's a fake money, its colours will wash off like an artwork painted with watercolour.

Again, once you immerse it in water, the paper becomes messed. it will get rough and look more like a paper mache. However, the real note won't look like this when immersed in water or any liquid.

3. Check the gold foil

The N1000 note has a gold foil on the right side, just beside the CBN governor's signature. If you scratch the gold foil of a fake note it will peel off while that of original note doesn't peel.

4. Check the ribbon/thread

There is a thread which looks like a ribbon on all Naira notes, running from the top to the bottom.

In real notes, this thread can be felt. It is more noticeable on old Naira notes. However, in fake notes, there’s something that looks like the thread but it’s not.

What is there is just straight line painting that looks the thread in original notes. If you scratch the painting, it'll peel off like the solver panel on recharge cards.

5. Use mercury bulbs

Some features of the paper Naira notes cannot be seen with naked eyes. These features are only in original Naira notes, and one cannot see them except with the help of mercury bulbs.

For instance, if a real N1000 note is placed under the rays from a mercury bulb, it'll show a glowing 1000 (in numbers) written across the note. The same applies to smaller denominations.

https://www.nigerialog.com/business/5-easy-ways-to-identify-fake-nigerian-currency/new/#new

The Coalition of Northern Groups on Monday in Kaduna asked President Muhammadu Buhari and former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar, who are above 70 years, not to contest the presidency of the country in 2019.

The group said such leaders were responsible for where the country found itself, adding that the country should be led by young Nigerians that could take it to the Promised Land.

The CNG’s position was contained in a communiqué it issued shortly after the end of a two-day summit which was held at the Arewa House, Kaduna on Monday.

The coalition gave the Ndigbo a notice to leave the North last year . It however withdrew the notice to quit months later.

Over 30 groups including the Nastura Ashir Sharif ‘s Arewa Citizens Action for Change); ShettimaYerima’s Arewa Youth Consultative Forum; Aminu Adam’s Arewa Youth Development Foundation; Alfred Solomon’s Arewa Students Forum; Abdul-Azeez Suleiman-led Northern Emancipation Network and the Northern Youth Vanguard led by Joshua Viashman, form the coalition.

However, while fielding questions from journalists, a leader of the group and the National President of the AYCF, Alhaji Shettima Yerima, said it was the belief of the coalition, that though it was the right of Buhari and Atiku to contest, it was left for Nigerians to decide their fate.

Yerima said on behalf of the CNG, “We advise him (Buhari) that we still have people within our generation who have integrity who are very competent and also have capacity to lead. We are advising him not to contest but if he chooses to go ahead to contest, Nigerians will go ahead to decide. This is our own opinion and advice to somebody whom we feel is a father to us. Anybody above 70 years should not contest.”

When asked whether the advice had been extended to Atiku , he said, “ it extends to anybody above that age (70).”

But the Presidency has challenged the Coalition of Northern Groups to cite the section of the nation’s constitution that stipulates that those above 70 years cannot contest the presidential seat.

The Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, Garba Shehu, gave the challenge in an interview in reaction to the northern coalition’s call that Buhari and Atiku, who are above 70 years, should not contest the presidency of the country in 2019.

He said the country was being governed by law, hence nobody’s constitutional right could be abridged for no just cause.

The presidential spokesman said, “Let them tell us the section of the constitution that stops those above 70 years from contesting. As you know, the country is governed by law and the President has not breached any law by showing interest in the race.

“If they want to contest, they are free to come out and do so. The President is not stopping anybody from contesting against him.”

Attempts to get a reaction from former Vice-President Atiku Abubakar were unsuccessful.

Calls to the mobile telephone number of his Media Adviser, Paul Ibe, indicated that it was switched off. A response to a text message sent to him on the subject was being awaited as of the time (8:45 pm) of filing this report.

A communiqué read on behalf of the CNG by its spokesman, Alhaji Abdul-Azeez Suleiman, said the summit basically centered on restructuring of the country as being clamoured by some Nigerians.

The coalition said it opted for a holistic “restructuring” of the country.

It lamented the attitude of northern political leaders to the contentious issue of restructuring of the country.

The CNG also dismissed both the Northern Governors’ Forum Committee on Restructuring and the Governor Nasir el-Rufai’s Committee on Restructuring by the APC-led government, saying that Nigeria neither belonged to the APC nor the PDP.


https://www.nigerialog.com/politics/buhari-atiku-shouldnt-contest-presidency-in-2019-northern-coalition/new/#new

Diabetes is a life -long disease in which the body cannot produce insulin or cannot use the insulin it produces . Insulin is the key hormone involved in the storage and controlled release of glucose in the blood . Glucose , a sugar , is transported into the muscles and fat cells with the help of insulin for use as energy . Without insulin , glucose remains in the blood which over time can cause serious health problems such as heart disease , vision loss and kidney disease .
Diabetes affects about 400 million people worldwide today and about 50 % of these people are undiagnosed . This number is expected to reach about 500 million people by 2040 . It is the eighth leading cause of death worldwide and is usually irreversible . Although patients can lead a reasonably normal lifestyle , its late complications result in reduced life expectancy and major health costs .
There isn’t a cure yet for diabetes , but there are available therapeutic options that limit disease and reduce complications. These options include healthy lifestyle habits , taking medicine, self -management education, and keeping appointments with your healthcare team .

Types of Diabetes
There are three main types of diabetes : type 1 , type 2 , and gestational diabetes ( diabetes while pregnant ) .

Type 1 diabetes
This is usually diagnosed in children , teens and young adults . If you have type 1 diabetes , you’ll need to take insulin every day to survive. The body’ s immune system attacks and destroys the cells that produce insulin thereby stopping production . About five percent of the people who have diabetes have type 1 . Currently , there are no documented ways to prevent this .

Type 2 diabetes
This is usually diagnosed in adults ( though increasingly in children, teens, older people and a result of one’s lifestyle ) . It accounts for 90 % of all cases of diabetes . The initial problem in Type 2 diabetes is the resistance to the action of insulin. Thereafter, your body is unable to produce enough insulin to keep blood sugar at normal levels . You may not notice any symptoms , so it is important to get your blood sugar tested if you ’re at risk.

Gestational diabetes
This develops in pregnant women who have never had diabetes . During pregnancy , some women have such high levels of blood glucose that their body is unable to produce enough insulin to absorb it all . Gestational diabetes usually goes away after your baby is born but increases your risk for type 2 diabetes later in life . If you have gestational diabetes , your baby could be at higher risk for health complications.

Prediabetes
Another entity that is even equally sinister but less talked about regarding poor glucose control is prediabetes.
It is a serious health condition where blood sugar levels are higher than normal , but not high enough yet to be diagnosed as diabetes . Many people have pre -diabetes , and 90 % of them don’t know they have it.
If your blood sugar level is above the normal range , your risk of developing full- blown diabetes is increased . It is very important for diabetes to be diagnosed as early as possible because it will get progressively worse if left untreated .

https://www.nigerialog.com/health/a-look-at-diabetes-and-its-types/new/#new

Thrifty people know that skincare , and self -care in general , does not have to mean emptying your entire bank account. This is why we are always on the lookout for things that are more than they seem, although not in a sinister way .
These food items , which you probably have in your kitchen, will up your beauty game .

Bananas
Banana is a great hair conditioner . Mash up one or two ripe bananas and add some honey when you have run out of hair products . It also helps to calm itchy scalp and heal dandruff outbreaks .
Banana peel is also a great skin care remedy. Rubbing the inside of the banana peel on your face will not only prevent and cure pimples but also firm up the skin and reduces scars.

Baking Soda
This all -rounder can be used as a toothpaste alternative for whitening teeth . It is great for exfoliating skin , especially when used with honey . Mixed with some water , it is an excellent shampoo . Having a can of this in your kitchen is like having a handyman around .

Okra
You know how dry hair is almost a norm? Tangles keep building up and sometimes have to be cut off. This is the bane of everyone who has kinky hair texture out there . Maybe you’re not flush enough to buy an expensive leave -in , a detangler for wash day , or styling mousse. Okra will come to your rescue .
Have fresh , ripe okras, blended and the pulpy fibrous part sieved out . The remaining slimy fluid is good for styling, moisturising or detangling your hair for maximum slippage.

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Around the world, some sort of mysterious activity is going on daily.
They keep scientists searching for answers and the rest of us astounded by the secrets and mysteries the world continues to reveal.

So, when people try to convince you there's nothing new under the sun, direct them to this article.

1. Relampago del Catatumbo, Ologa, Venezuela

The southwestern corner of Lake Maracaibo in Venezuela has the world's highest frequency of lightning activity.

More than 200 nights per year, with peaks in May and October, lightning flashes fill the sky. Sometimes 25 or more flashes per minute. To put that in perspective: The National Weather Service classifies anything over 12 strikes per minute as "excessive." Named for the Catatumbo River, which flows from Colombia into Lake Maracaibo, the Relampago de Catatumbo, or Catatumbo Lighting, has become a highlight for travellers who spend their nights wide awake and wide-eyed watching the spectacle.

2. Longyearbyen, Norway

From April 20 to August 23, the sun never sets over Svalbard, a Norwegian island that lies north of Greenland in the Arctic Sea.

This phenomenon plays havoc with everyone's body clocks.

3. Magnetic Hill, Moncton, New Brunswick

The Magnetic Hill is an example of a gravity hill, a type of optical illusion created by rising and descending terrain. It is located at the northwestern edge of the city of Moncton in the Canadian province of New Brunswick.

To experience Magnetic Hill today, drivers must pay a fee to drive their cars to the end of the road. When a car is placed in neutral, it will begin to roll backwards, apparently uphill. Observers will also note that water in the adjacent drainage ditches also seemingly runs “uphill.”

4. Surtsey, Iceland
Before 1963, the Icelandic island of Surtsey didn't exist. Then, an underwater volcano in the Westman Islands (Vestmannaeyjar) erupted, and when the activity settled down in 1967, what remained was an island where no island had been before.

5. Eternal Flame Falls, New York
Behind the cascade of a small waterfall in the Chestnut Ridge Park in suburban Buffalo, New York, visitors are treated to a flickering golden flame. Fueled by what geologists call a macroseep of natural gas from the Earth below. A geological fault in the shale allows about 1 kilogram of methane gas per day to escape to the surface, where, at some point, possibly the early 20th century, a visitor had the idea to set it alight and it's been burning ever since.

https://www.nigerialog.com/travel/5-mysterious-locations-around-the-world/new/#new

Hold on to these scriptures whenever fear comes calling.

They are:

1. Hebrews 13:6 - 
"So we can confidently say, "The Lord is my helper; I will not fear; what can man do to me?"

2. John 14:27 - 
"Peace I leave with you; my peace I give to you. Not as the world gives do I give to you. Let not your hearts be troubled, neither let them be afraid."

3. Deuteronomy 31:6 - 
"Be strong and courageous. Do not fear or be in dread of them, for it is the Lord your God who goes with you. He will not leave you or forsake you."

4. 1 Peter 5:7 - 
"Give all your worries and cares to God, for he cares about you."

5. Psalm 56:3 - 
"When I am afraid, I put my trust in you."

6. Psalm 94:19 - 
"When my anxieties multiply, your comforting calms me down."

7. 2 Timothy 1:7 - 
"For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline."

https://www.nigerialog.com/religion/7-powerful-bible-verses-to-study-when-you-are-scared/new/#new

When it comes to fruits and vegetables, it is very easy to make a mistake.
It may be in the way you store them or even what condition you buy them in.

These habits may seem harmless but some of them may make your fruits and veggies lose their nutritional value, taste or could even end up being a waste of your money in the long run.

Check out the five common mistakes most people tend to make with their fruits and vegetables.

1.Buying fruits that are underripe
Not all fruits get to ripen after being bought. There are some that do not ripen and end up only maturing.

Examples of such fruits include strawberries, grapes and cashew nuts.

2.Washing your food before storing it
A lot of fruits and vegetables come with a lot of dirt so it would only make sense to clean them before storing them in the fridge. This however causes a production of excess moisture which can encourage bacteria to grow and decay on your fruits.

3.Storing vegetables in plastic bags
Avoid using plastic bags to store vegetables in the freezer. Plastic bags are not very breathable and your veggies need to breathe. Unpack your vegetables from the bags as soon as they get home.

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It seems like everywhere you look there’s a story about sexual abuse on a child victim. And every child, be it male or female, can be affected. In fact, no child is too young to be a victim to evil predators. So, how do you protect your children?
1. Build strong communication from a young age
Talk to your children starting at a very young age – even when they are not able to talk back. As they grow, ask them questions about their interests. Learn what’s going on in their lives. Encourage them to talk to you by not judging everything they say. Create an atmosphere where all questions are answered and you are always available to talk. Hence, they will know to come to you if something worrying happens to them.

2. Know the signs
Is your loud and bubbly child suddenly withdrawn for days at a time? This is one of the signs of sexual abuse. Watch for behavioral changes like if your normally shy child suddenly starts having a temper or your little talkative barely says a word at mealtimes anymore.

3. Know the statistics
Children are more likely to be molested by a family member (parents, uncles, cousins), than by a stranger. So no one gets your automatic trust. Be very watchful. If your child suddenly becomes terrified of visiting a particular person, don’t ignore this.

4. Have the talk
From the point your child begins to recognize his/her private parts (when he/she starts to express toilet needs), you should start talking. Make your child understand that under no circumstances is anyone supposed to touch them in these areas. Then as they grow up, talk about sex and the dangers of engaging in it too young (STDs, unwanted pregnancy, etc).

5. Protect them
No matter how young your child is, this is not a safe enough world that you bath them outside or post naked pictures of them on social media. Protect their decency and dress them appropriately. Predators are everywhere and they should never be given the chance to lewdly stare at your children.

https://www.nigerialog.com/family/5-ways-to-prevent-your-children-from-becoming-victims-of-sexual-abuse/new/#new

You want all your children to get along and be happy, right? Here are ways to ensure that happens.

Start from the beginning
Sometimes, when you have a newborn, you may feel the need to focus all your attention on him/her. But if you have other kids, this should not happen. This is actually the time your older child needs you the most. He wants to know he has not been replaced and pushing him away to spend more time with the maid while you focus on the newborn is when that feeling of jealousy will begin.

Don’t spoil them
Spoilt children become jealous children. Don’t overdo it with all the gifts and attention. This will make them feel entitled and envious because they will always want more.

Give them all the same level of physical attention
If you hug one, you must hug the other. Snuggle with all your children and make them feel equally as important to and loved by you.

Compliment them both
A lot of parents have this habit of following a compliment of one child with a criticism of the other. This should not always go together. If one child does a good job at something, compliment them but also compliment the other for something else he/she is good at. If you have to scold, simply scold one child and try not to drive your point home by using that time to compliment the other child.


https://www.nigerialog.com/family/how-you-can-prevent-resentment-and-jealousy-among-your-children/new/#new

This question is very much open and depends on the culture of a people. The cultural specificity of this, and others like it, is part of why it makes little sense for marriage to be universalized, or for every nation to adopt a one size fits all marriage rules and styles. People should always be free to adopt whichever system that best speaks to their individual or group realities and situations.

In Eritrea for example, women retain their fathers name (and even paternal ancestral name) regardless of marital status. In parts of Igboland of old (prior to the European colonization of that part of Africa), children took the last names of their mothers if the fathers had more than one wife. Till today, descendants of certain clans in Igboland are maternally chronicled. And this is in an ethnic group that is generally paternal.

To the Igbo, it made little sense to subsume every child born to a polygamous man to just his own name. Each wife in the marriage was recognized in genealogy if she had children. Genealogy is critical to the Igbo because they believe that certain traits (physical or behavioural) are transferred genetically from generation to generation.

So when they enquire after a person’s family, they want to narrow it down to the woman that bore the child proper.

The only women whose names were lost in genealogy were the monogamously married ones whose children automatically adopted the husband’s last names.

Western marriage system is monogamous and hence carries with it the automatic adoption of paternal last names. That automatic adoption of last name is being increasingly challenged these days though, but it doesn’t seem to have much propping except on the argument that men and women are equal.
The retention of maternal names in individual identification has been retained in America though where an individual’s mother’s maiden names are used to identify the individual.


In the end, it should be desirable for a child to bear a last name that can genetically identify him or her: to connect him or her to blood (or genetic) relations. Last names should not be exotic or issue of style because the ramifications of possible misuse or abuse, are serious.

Appropriate last names should play a reliable role in genetic identification process, at least to help society to forestall possible incidence of inadvertent inbreeding.

https://www.nigerialog.com/family/should-married-women-adopt-their-husbands-last-name/