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The father of a newborn baby, Kayode Alatise, caused a stir at the Otunba Tunwase National Paediatric Centre, Ijebu-Ode, Ogun State, on Wednesday over the alleged “disappearance” of his baby’s placenta. Alatise alleged that the hospital management told him on Monday when his wife, Falilat, delivered their first baby that the placenta was missing. He caused commotion as he threatened doctors and nurses at the centre located along the Sagamu-Benin Expressway. The father of the baby insisted that neither him nor his wife was given the baby’s placenta, adding he rejected the placenta the hospital later attempted to return to him because he was not sure it was actually his baby’s own. He said, “We were referred to this hospital, and when we got here they demanded N230,000 for caesarian section. I was told that if I did not pay N50,000 deposit, they would not commence surgery. I begged them that night, but they said they would not do the operation until I paid. Before I got the ...

Uti Nwachukwu has finally broken the silence on his relationship status. For some time, the entertainer who has  been associated with Eku Edewor as a gay has finally proven his critics wrong by confirming his relationship with  R&B singer Seun Oni who is better known as Saeon. He has been silent over who he is dating until now that he  has decided to clear the air. He reveals: “It is true that I and Saeon are seeing each other and we are taking it one step at a time.  I don’t know how it came to the knowledge of the public. Saeon likes her privacy just like me too’ Though, Saeon has not denied or confirmed the story “She only said ‘It is out there already, I don’t want to confirm or deny anything. I am only focused on my music . I’m releasing a song which features Wizkid and that’s my only concern for now.” However, a source said they are not dating: ‘Uti is not dating Saeon, he is just trying to show off so people will  ...

Davido has been associated with a lot of ladies, not to blame him, he is young and handsome and got the money  like Justin Bieber and Wizkid, ladies will always get close to him and the desperate ones will want to take their  crush a little further by implicating him…However, Davido still got a lot to do with these ladies behaviours, just  this January, a lady from the Caribbean, hot and sexy Sunshine Haye had said Davido is the father of his unborn twins. Just as we are trying to investigate if this story was true, we caught him kissing a model and video vixen, Faith  who came to Nigeria for her valentine, well, it is not the first time things like this is happening to the ‘Skelewu  crooner’, he had it hot last year when Pendo, a controversial lady from Kenya captured him sleeping …Whatever  that happened we do not know but Davido is tired of these allegations from ladies. In a simple explanation , Davido took care of the r...

There’s no question that being a celebrity comes with a lot of fantastic perks. There’s fame, fortune, luxury vacations, exotic cars, mansions, private jets if possible, yachts and just generally getting special treatment everywhere you go.Here, we take a look at some of the super-rich Nigerian celebs who are rocking the boat. Kanu Nwankwo- Just as his football career was about to pick up in 1993, after a wonderful performance at the U-17 World Championships, Kanu Nwankwo was diagnosed of suffering from a heart related ailment which many football lovers thought would cut shot his dream of becoming a superstar. But miraculously, he survived the surgeon’s knife and today he is one of the influential footballers of all time. The retired footballer fondly called Papilo today sits atop a multibillion business empire. With the bulk of it in real estate and the hospitality industry, he is also a philanthropist especially with his Kanu Heart Foundation which caters fo...

Are you bothered by the subtle but growing smell coming from your shoes and feet? Foot smell could be caused by any number of things: overuse of one pair of shoes, bacterial or fungal infection, or lack of aeration, among others. If you want to be rid of that tangy, musky, foul smell coming from your nice kicks, look no further. Read on for a discussion of how to keep your shoes from stinking. 1) Baking Soda Deodorize with baking soda. Sprinkle a bit into your shoes every night when you take them off. Before you put your shoes on in the morning, take the shoes outside and clap the soles together to get rid of excess powder. 2) Using Insoles or Linings Odor-controlling insoles can be cut to fit the shape of your sole, and come in several different colors. These work well for sandals, high heels or open-toed shoes. Secure the insole with small strips of double-sided tape or dabs of rubber cement. These will help the insole stay in place while keeping it easily removable. 3)...

Dental floss helps to prevent gum disease by getting rid of pieces of food and plaque from between your teeth. Plaque is a sticky substance made of bacteria. If it builds up, the bacteria can irritate the gums and cause inflammation (swelling). If your dentist advises you to clean between your teeth (interdental cleaning), they may recommend using dental floss. How to use dental floss Dental floss is a thin, soft thread made of nylon or plastic which removes food and plaque from between your teeth. If you use dental floss incorrectly, it can damage your gums. You should therefore follow your dentist’s advice about using dental floss, including how often you should use it. The tips below may also help. 1) Cut off a section of floss about 45cm (18 inches) long. Wind it around the middle fingers of each hand. 2) Grip the floss with your thumb and forefinger of each hand, so that the floss between your hands is about 2.5-5cm (1-2 inches) long. Pull it tight so you ...

Have you ever considered changing your breakfast to a bowl of fruits? Not only is it easy to prepare, it is sweet to the taste buds and it is readily available. Though most are aware of the many nutritious wonders of fruits and vegetables, they are yet to tap into it. Fruits are naturally grown and produced edible foods that help the body fight almost all diseases by boosting its immunity to combat infections and afflictions. But the question is, do you see fruit as an optional meal or a snack you take every other day or month? If the answer is yes, experts say a diet lacking in fruits makes one vulnerable to sickness and diseases. According to them, a diet rich in fruits can lower blood pressure, reduce risk of heart disease and stroke, prevent some types of cancers, lower the blood sugar, as well as risk of eye and digestive problems. Consultant Nutritionist, Dr. Segun Oluremi, says unlike what was believed in the past, fruits are not meant for people who are obese, ...

The Lagos State Government has rolled out a dress code for its female workers with a directive that none of them should wear clothes, such as miniskirts,  that  expose their cleavages, body shape and other sensitive female body parts. The decision was taken as a result of worsening cases of indecent dressing among female public servants at the  state secretariat, Alausa, Ikeja. A circular issued by the Head of Service (HoS), Mrs. Josephine Williams, dated  February 7, 2014 has been sent to all government ministries, departments and agencies (MDAs) calling on all directors of Finance and Administration (DFAs) to immediately enforce the new dress code. The circular said a similar directive was issued through the HoS in 2005 in a circular number 113 mandating public servants to dress properly and decently to the office and official functions. The government warned that it would begin to take drastic and punitive measures against recalcitrant public servants...

The upgraded Nigerian driver’s licence is recognised in the United States and Europe, the Federal Road Safety Commission (FRSC) said on Thursday. The Lagos Sector Commander of the FRSC, Mr. Chidi Nkwonta, told the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Lagos that three states in the U.S and seven countries in Europe accept the licence. According to him, the licence is recognised in Maryland, Washington DC and California in the U.S as well as Germany, Turkey, Switzerland, Poland, Spain, Austria and Sweden in Europe. “Maryland accepts Nigerian driver’s licence provided it verifies that it is genuine, Washington accepts Nigerian driver’s licence, and California too. “We have seven countries already in Europe that accept our driver’s licence, and we are working on other countries in Europe, “ Nkwonta said. The commander added that the FRSC was working hard to make sure that the Nigerian driver’s licence is accepted in all states in the U.S. He said the data base and identity of...

THERE are clear indications that the fight against the dreaded Boko Haram is far from being won as the sect leader,  Abubakar Shekau, yesterday in a new video threatened to kill more prominent Nigerians. Shekau, whose acclaimed death is still being trailed by controversy, threatened to kill former Military Head of States, Generals Ibrahim Babangida and Muhammadu Buhari. Other personalities on the list of Boko Haram are Kano State governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso and his Borno State counterpart, Kashim Shettima, a former governor of Kano State, Mallam Ibrahim Shekarau and Alhaji Ado Bayero. This is coming barely a month after a respected cleric, Sheik Auwal Albani, was killed in Zaria. Shekau, who was dressed in military combat attire, admitted that the sect killed Sheik Albani while his subordinates fired AK 47. He also vowed to go after one Sheik Yaya Jingir based in Plateau State along with many others because they are supporting democracy and are infidels. “W...