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'We know what is right and what is wrong we just want to find another word that isn't right or wrong to justify our wrongs' a crazy guy once said that.

Nairalandian:
I feel this is lie.
But if it's true, kudo's to him.

I still seriously think it's a lie.
I don't trust all this incompetent olopka cops

if he is telling a lie i believe we are in the country where some nut job would openly come out to say he isn't.

KnowledgeVault:
Interesting.. Looking at number 10

awesome man.

1. THE ASMAT TRIBE, NEW GUINEA


As if human cannibalism wasn't terrifying enough,though they are widely known for the quality of their wood sculptures, they are also notorious for their traditional practises of headhunting and cannibalism. Asmat did not only hunt for skulls, they also worshipped them. The skulls of the deceased were stripped of the brain and the eyes and nasal parts were closed up in order to prevent evil spirits to enter or exit the body. Skulls that were modified and decorated in this way, were displayed by the Asmat in a honourable place in their long homes.

Besides the fact that the Asmat were head-hunters, they also “hunted for names”. They believed that when they killed a man and ate him, they take his power and become him.

Every person was named after someone deceased, or after a killed enemy.

A child was sometimes given a name only ten years after it was born, and after its village set out to kill a man from an enemy village nearby.

2. NORTH SENTINEL ISLAND


North Sentinel island is situated in the Andaman Islands and is considered one of the most dangerous places in the world for tourists to visit. The native people of this place have been living in their traditional way and have denied all possible ways to connect with the outer world. The tribal people living on this island are not used to outside people and could result to hostility if they feel threatened.
recall a US national was killed when he tried to go on a missionary trip, he was shot down by bows and arrows.

Another reason why people are asked not to visit the place because of the safety of the tribal community. They have absolutely no immunity and tourists can carry some disease-causing germs and may spread it to the whole community.

3. THE GATES OF HELL

The Turkmenistan Darvaza Gas Crater is known as the “Gates of Hell.” It is a natural gas field within an underground cave; Geologists set it on fire to prevent methane gas from spreading, and it has been burning since 1971. It is located in the middle of the Karakum Desert, about 260 kilometers north of Turkmenistan’s capital, near the village of Derweze, Ashgabat.

The gas reserve that has been discovered here is one of the World’s most extensive natural gasses. Locals gave the name “Door to hell” to the area, referring to the explosion, boiling mud, and orange flames in the large crater, 70 meters (230 ft) in diameter. The hot spots spread across an area 60 meters (200ft) long and roughly 20 meters (66 ft) deep. Which is why it ranks top 3 for us.

4. DANAKIL DESERT


what's worst than a desert? a volcanic active desert i would say. One of the most uninhabited environments in the World is the Danakil Desert in East Africa. With temperatures that regularly exceed 50°C (122°F), volcanoes and geysers that spew toxic gas, the Danakil Desert is not an easily accessible location for travel enthusiasts. Your physical health can take a massive hit even if you stay there for a short period of time.

The most adverse effects occur due to the presence of high concentration of poisoning vapors of sulfur in the region. This region is a volcanically active area and on top of that, to increase the risk, the air temperature in the desert rarely falls below 50 degrees Celsius. Thereby making the Danakil desert one of the most dangerous areas in the world.

5. SKELETON COAST


Skeleton Coast is spread across the south of Angola to the north of Namibia. It stretches from the Kunene River (south) to the Swakop River. The skeleton coast ranks in the list of “the deadliest places on earth” because of it’s harsh climate, and it offers almost zero chance of survival. The weather, hot winds, and lack of food, and water makes it difficult for travelers to explore this silent place.

Apart from harsh climatic conditions, the area is filled with bones of numerous animals (bones of whales, elephants, turtles, seals, etc.), giving a sour appearance to the place. Apart from natural conditions, human threats (gang violence and robbery) make it unfit for tourists to explore the place. Undoubtedly, it is among the most dangerous places on Earth.

6. DEATH VALLEY


Death Valley is a desert valley on the California and Nevada border with extreme heat. It is known as one of the hottest places across the world. There are only a few deserts in the Middle East and Africa, approaching peak temperatures during the summer which can give competition to the Death Valley. The hottest place on Earth had its hottest month record in July 2018. The average temperature, including overnight lows, was 108.1°F. For four days in a row, the daily highs hit a temperature of 127°F, it’s the highest recorded temperature.

A band of settlers lived here in the winters around 1849-1850 and gave Death Valley its forbidden name. While only one person died here, as far as we know, they all thought this valley would be their cemetery. They were saved by two of their young men who had learned to be scouts, William Lewis Manly and John Rogers. As the men climbed over the Panamint Mountains from the valley, one of the men turned and looked back, saying, “goodbye, Death Valley” earning its place in the top dangerous places in the world.

7. OYMYAKON


Oymyakon is a small village located in the Oymyakonsky district in Russia. This place is considered to be one of the most dangerous places because of its extreme climatic condition. The severe temperature makes it impossible for life to sustain in this region. The temperature drops to as low as -40 degrees Celsius (-90 degree Fahrenheit), making it impossible for tourists or travelers to visit the place safely as not many can survive this temperature.

Apart from the cold, people do not visit this place as no vegetables are available and nothing can be grown, so the lack of food is another major issue. Only about 500 people have managed to settle down in this place and survive the bitter cold, but i am still sure if some of us get a free pass , this place can be home sweet home.

8. LAKE NATRON

Let’s not allow the ring of salt marshes along the edge of Lake Natron fool us. This lake is better known as one of the most inhospitable areas on Earth. North Tanzania’s Lake Natron looks and acts a lot like a lake of fire. The lake’s high levels of Natron (sodium carbonate decahydrate) make its waters corrosive to human skin and eyes, sometimes reaching a ph level of over 12.

The lake also contains red-colored bacteria, resulting in its unique pink-red hues. Even if most species cannot handle the 120-degree lake water, cyanobacteria have made Natron their home and turned the lake its trademark reds and oranges. Surprisingly, 2.5 million Lesser Flamingos call Lake Natron their home, considering that it is one of their only breeding grounds, further making the protection of the lake a priority for the climate.

9. SNAKE ISLAND


There is an island about 25 miles off Brazil’s coast where no local would ever dare to walk. There are rumors that the last fisherman who strayed too close to his shores was found drifting in his boat days later, lifeless in a blood pool.

The mysterious island is known as Ilha da Queimada Grande, and setting foot there is reportedly so dangerous that the Brazilian government has made it illegal for anyone to visit. The island’s threat comes in the form of the golden lancehead snakes – a pit viper species and one of the world’s deadliest serpents.

so you are thinking of going on a honeymoon or just want to test out your new international passport out and you decided to pick a place bcause you guts tell you it sounds like a cool place to be, well i hope its none of these places because this is our official new year top 10 most dangerous places.


10. DEATH ROAD


North Yungas Road is known as the “Death Road” for all the right reasons that you can guess. Driving up or down this 43-mile (69-kilometer) switchback is extremely dangerous because of fog, landslides, waterfalls and cliffs falling 2,000 feet (610 meters) in each turn. Until 1994, almost 300 drivers were killed every year, justifying its nickname and putting it in the list of the most dangerous places to visit in the world.

The road extends far enough to connect the Amazon rainforest to the capital city, surrounded by mountainous terrain. This means that merchants were not unusual to cram into trucks and buses trying to sell their wood and crops in the area. The hairpin turns, however, were not wide enough for each vehicle — further leading many trucks to go down with people and their livelihoods.

Bornsinner7:
Something is wrong with this celebrities

This Yul guy smoked Benin weed..

Children molesting themselves in boarding school is never a problem of Nigeria.. There are numerous problems in Nigeria that need tackling.. insecurity for instance..

make i talk your problem?

1. NAGLERIA FOWLERI ALIAS THE BRAIN EATING AMOEBA

Relax guys its not a nigeria parasite lol but it sounds like it.

Naegleria is an amoeba (a single-celled organism) found in the soil and warm bodies of water, including lakes, ponds, rivers, swimming pools, and hot springs. Although several species of this amoeba exist, only one is known to actively infect humans: Naegleria Fowleri (Brain-Eating Amoeba). The amoeba is considered extremely dangerous to humans, and often enters the body through the nose.

This commonly occurs when individuals are swimming or diving in warm bodies of water, as the sudden entry of water into the nose allows the amoeba to travel deep into the nasal cavity, where it begins to actively move towards the brain. Although infections for this parasite are extremely rare (affecting only 34 people in the United States during the last ten years), experts agree that infections appear to be on the rise, worldwide, with the summer months being the primary time of infection (due to the presence of warmer waters).

the parasite is known to cause “Primary Amebic Meningoencephalitis” (PAM) – a brain infection that rapidly destroys brain tissue. Initial symptoms are very similar to bacterial meningitis, and include severe headache, nausea, vomiting, and fevers. As the infection progresses, advanced symptoms include stiff neck, lack of coordination, confusion, seizures, and hallucinations as the infection begins to cause severe brain swelling. After the first signs of the parasite begin, death usually follows within five days.

2. MALARIA


we are very familair with this one sure but do you know Malaria is a mosquito-based disease caused by four different parasites known as Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium vivax, Plasmodium ovale, and Plasmodium malaria. The parasites are known to actively infect mosquitos which, in turn, transmit the disease to humans when they are bitten. Although less common, malaria may also be spread via blood transfusions, organ transplants, or through the sharing of contaminated needles. Following initial infection, an incubation period of approximately seven to thirty days follows before the first symptoms begin. In other species of malaria, the first symptoms may not appear for several months (upwards of a year). As a result, diagnosing malaria, particularly in its inchoate phases, is relatively difficult for doctors. Currently two variants of the disease are recognized: uncomplicated and severe. In uncomplicated cases, symptoms last only six to ten hours and include fever, chills, headache, nausea, vomiting, malaise, and severe sweating. In severe malaria, however, the disease is known to attack the body’s vital organs and blood stream, causing severe anemia (due to the destruction of red blood cells), loss of consciousness, seizures, coma, and neurological abnormalities. Other issues include hypoglycemia, metabolic acidosis, severe respiratory distress (ARDS), hemoglobinuria (presence of hemoglobin in urine), cerebral malaria, as well as acute kidney failure.

3. ACANTHAMOEBA


Acanthamoeba is an extremely dangerous amoeba parasite found in soil, air, ponds, lakes, and oceans worldwide. The parasite is known to cause Acanthamoeba Keratitis (which is a rare but serious infection of the eye that can result in permanent blindness), as well as GAE - Granulomatous Amebic Encephalitis (Brain and Spinal Cord Infection), or “Disseminated Infection.” Left untreated, the amoeba is capable of affecting the skin and central nervous systems of its host with deadly consequences.

Although most people are exposed to the Acanthamoeba during their lifetimes, only a very few people will become ill after their exposure. Although little is known about the parasite, researchers believe that it infects humans through the nasal passageways, eyes, or ulcerated/broken skin. Depending on the infection, diagnosis of the parasite is often quite difficult, and is usually not noticed until the infection reaches advanced stages. In individuals with GAE, swelling and inflammation of the lungs, sinuses, and brain are common, along with loss of coordination, mental duress, fever, muscle weakness, paralysis, double vision, and a host of various neurological problems.

4. SCHISTOSOMA


Schistosoma, also know as “Blood Flukes,” are parasitic flatworms from the genus trematodes. Blood Flukes derive from freshwater snails, and are commonly found in ponds, lakes, and standing bodies of water. Humans commonly contract the parasite after wading into infected water. Once in, the flukes attach themselves to the skin, and literally drill their way into the body; entering blood vessels until they make their way to the intestinal tract of their host. From there, the Blood Fluke begins producing large numbers of eggs, which are flushed out of the body (via stool), and hatch later in fresh water. Although the eggs are incapable of hatching inside their human host, on occasion the eggs get swept towards the liver where they cause severe inflammation and swelling. Symptoms are relatively rare for Blood Fluke infections, making diagnosis difficult.

Depending on the species of the Blood Fluke, humans can develop a wide range of issues, however, including fever, cough, abdominal cramps/pain, diarrhea, hepatosplenomegaly (swelling of the liver and spleen, as well as eosinophilia (high-levels of white blood cells).

It is important to note that these symptoms derive from the body’s reaction to the eggs, rather than the worms themselves.

5. WHIPWORMS

Whipworms are a soil-based parasite known to infect approximately 604 to 795 million people per year, worldwide. Similar to hookworms, whipworms are primarily transmitted to humans via contaminated soil. Vegetables, fruits, and dirty hands/fingers are often the primary transmitters of the parasite’s eggs, which enter humans through the mouth if proper hygiene is not followed regularly. Upon entering the body, whipworms take up residence in the large intestine causing either light or heavy infections over time. In light infections, individuals are usually asymptomatic; however, in cases of heavy infection, the most common symptom of whipworms includes painful bowel movements that contain a mixture of mucus, blood, and water (cdc.gov). In more serious infections, bloody diarrhea, extreme nausea, vomiting, headaches, and severe weight loss are also common, along with rectal prolapse, and appendicitis. In children, the effects of whipworms are often the most serious, and can impede cognitive growth and development, as well as anemia, and nutritional deficiency. Although the number of deaths caused from the parasite are currently unknown, it is estimated that whipworm-related deaths are around the same number as hookworms, approximately 62,000 per year, worldwide.

6. THE HOOKWORMS


Hookworms are parasitic worms that are known to infect the small intestine of humans. Currently, there are two species of the parasite known to infect humans, including the Ancylostoma duodenale and Necator americanus. The parasite is primarily found in the soil of warm and moist climates; particularly in areas where sanitation levels are below standard. For this reason, walking barefoot on contaminated ground remains the primary transmitter for this disease, as the larvae attaches itself to the body and penetrates through the skin. After infection, common symptoms include itching and localized rashes. However, these symptoms are usually short-lived, as light infections rarely produce additional complications. In cases of serious infections, individuals are known to experience non-specific symptoms including abdominal pain, diarrhea, weight loss, lethargy, loss of appetite, and anemia. Advanced symptoms also include extreme weight loss, cardiac failure, and indigestion, vomiting, and the development of protein deficiencies. Infections in children are most problematic, as the physical and cognitive development of the child can be greatly affected by the presence of hookworms in their bodies

7. THE TAPE WORM


The Tapeworm is a flat, segmented worm known to reside in the intestinal tract of animals, and is believed to infect livestock after the consumption of contaminated water. These parasites are then spread to humans after consuming raw or uncooked meat from infected animals (including pigs, fish, and cows). Although easily treated, long-term infection can cause life-threatening conditions for humans as the worm continues to grow; blocking intestinal ducts, causing seizures, muscle and eye damage, as well severe damage to vital organs within the body. In more advanced cases, the tapeworm is also capable of entering other parts of the body, causing severe damage to an individual’s heart, liver, and brain. The Tapeworm thrives in the human body by absorbing key nutrients through their skin. Although most tapeworms are relatively small (1/250 of an inch), some have reached astounding lengths of nearly 50 feet (15.23 meters). Although deaths are relatively rare in the United States, the World Health Organization (WHO) estimates that nearly 50,000 people die from tapeworm infections (and their complications) each year, worldwide.

8. FILARIAL WORM


Filariasis is a parasitic disease caused by several species of filarial worms (also known as roundworms). The worms are commonly spread via mosquito bites, where they enter the blood stream of their new host and actively attack the lymphatic system. Although many individuals experience no symptoms upon initial infection, others develop severe swelling of the arms, breasts, legs, and genitals known as elephantiasis. Although rarely fatal, the worm’s impairment of the lymphatic system causes severe disabilities causing extreme pain and often times social exclusion throughout third-world countries (as the individuals are usually stigmatized by local communities).

9. TOXOPLASMA GONDII


Toxoplasma Gondii is a highly infectious parasite known to cause toxoplasmosis.
The disease is common in uncooked food, but is found predominantly in cat feces. The disease can be spread to adults and children who come into contact with fecal matter, with pregnant women being among the most susceptible to infection. For this reason, pregnant women are often encouraged to avoid cats during their pregnancy, as toxoplasmosis can be given to unborn babies causing severe complications (known as congenital toxoplasmosis).

It is estimated that nearly half of the world’s population is infected with the parasite at some point in their life, with approximately 11-percent of the American population affected annually (most unaware of their infection). There are also 200,000 new cases of congenital toxoplasmosis diagnosed each year.

After being infected, diagnosis of the parasite is difficult to obtain as the disease possesses no obvious symptoms aside from a mild flu-like illness a few weeks after infection. Infection is known to have three separate stages, including “Acute Toxoplasmosis,” “Latent Toxoplasmosis,” and “Cutaneous Toxoplasmosis.” However, in healthy adults, symptoms rarely present themselves as the body’s immune system is usually able to suppress the parasite enough to prevent sudden illness

what you don't know can't harm you...very wrong for these guys, they are the carriers of some of the world's deadliest diseases and also very disturbing botanical names

for these guys size is not a problem,this is our official countdown for the most terrible, dangerous and deadliest parasites.


10. Pinworms

Popularly referred to as THREAD WORMS is a parasitic disease known to cause enterobiasis (or pinworm infection). Found worldwide, the Pinworm is one of the most common parasitic infections in North America, Western Europe, and Oceania. The parasite itself is a thin, white worm known scientifically as the Enterobius vermicularis. The worm is usually the length of a staple and is known to infect the colon and rectum of humans. Although all individuals (regardless of age, sex, or race) are susceptible to the disease, researchers have discovered that children are at the highest risk of infection. Because Pinworms are spread via the fecal-oral route, children (particularly those in childcare centers) are at a much higher risk of infection as finger-sucking and nail-biting are more common in this age group. Common symptoms of the parasite include severe itching around the anal/rectum region (particularly at night), abdominal pain, irritability, nausea, weight loss, and the presence of small worms around the rectal area. In more severe cases, pinworms can even enter into the urinary tract causing infections and difficulties with urination

Elijahrona:
Hello WriterX

Your list is great, but not scientific. In your list, you missed the likes of the octopus

thanks for the observation, will always do my best to ensure the list is accurate and precise.

eddyghali:
Raven is clevest that's why it was used in G.O.T

i realized its significance soon after i published this. good one.

jesmond3945:
this thing way you talk is very loaded especially in naija, you must keep on coming back till your breakthrough

that is it, thats just it.
many of us lack patient and our egos is another thing, i am pretty sure none of this guys would stand to be insulted but hey i have been there , it is not nice but the most important thing is achieving what you set out to achieve.

my time go come, i just know i just got to work hard.

i once wrote a 140 pages movie in two days my area had no light so i had to go to a barbing saloon and sat on the floor because of course there was no chair i could use not minding i wrote the script to be bought for 3k las las i had to sell, i hadn't eaten for a day hahaha, hearing the alert on my phone was like hearing a beautiful music many of us are going through hell daily sometimes i don't blame those who do the wrong things just to make it but what is a guy to do when he is brought up with ideas and morally upright standards hahaha i am thinking of writing my experiences as a book meh my life is my greatest story yet unwritten. lol e go beta one day, don't relent , keep pushing is all i can tell myself .

Dbrainiac1:
Dogs

even hyenas are proven to be extremely smart as well but these are not just smart animals , the top ten picks the smartest ten definitely dogs might go in for a top 15 of course

Herbephe1:
What's about tortoise? animal all the story I've hearing about tortoise smartness nah ;Dfalse ne

na so we see am oh

1. THE RAVENS




Not the one eyed raven please (G.O.T) just the actual birds who are extremely smart in fact They are also extremely resourceful animals that have been known to multi-task.

Researchers from Canada and Scotland have shown that ravens use complex and precise logic to understand their surroundings in a way that may surpass the ability of the great apes. When presented with food that could only be attained by completing a series of complicated tasks, the ravens figured out how to reach the treats on their own without assistance from the researchers.


WATCH OUT FOR OUR NEXT TOP TEN.

2. THE DOLPHINS


I know most of us have been waiting for these guys to make an entrance at our number one but surprisingly the dolphin ranks second.

Dolphins are well-documented as intelligent animals. They can recognize themselves in a mirror and communicate with each other. Their large brain is structured for awareness and emotion, and dolphin brains are even more structurally complex than those of humans. According to Emory University dolphin expert Lori Marino, dolphins have larger brains than any other animal relative to the size of their bodies. Only humans have brains that are bigger