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Photograph of baby with sealed eye

Photograph of baby with sealed eye

Baby with sealed eye needs help

The young Omonigho family of Ughoton, Okpe Local Government Area of Delta State is facing the challenge of their life to save their heir, who is the second child of their four year marital union. 

Master Emmanuel Oghenetejiri was born four months ago healthy but with an unusual condition, his left eye was completely sealed from birth, this strange condition could drain off the joy of having a new son, and put fear into the young heart of the parents.

But the courageous young family took their new bundle as a blessing and a reason to draw more closer to God. On the eight day, when friends and family gathered for the naming ceremony, several thoughts were on the mind of the people, but like a jolt, Elvis Omonigho and his wife, Blessing Omonigho named their son 'Emmanuel" because they truly know that God was with them.

They became apprehensive on discovering that as the boy is growing the sealed eye is bulging out causing pains and discomfort to the little baby.

Though poor and unemployed, the Omonighos went in search of medical help based on advice given them at the Jeddo Health Centre, place of birth of their son. The search which started at the Ekpan Central hospital continued to Delta State Teaching Hospital, Oghara. There, they were told that solution to their son's problem lies in University College Hospital Ibadan but will cost them N500,000 (five hundred thousand Naira).

The quest to raise the medical bills drove the young parents to seek public help, this led to the visit of Vanguard Newspapers to help call for public assistance.

HOW IT ALL STARTED

I am Elvis Omonigho, I am 31 years old, i married my wife Blessing four years ago, we had a two and half year old daughter and this little boy.

When my wife was pregnant, she was duly registered in the government health centre, also she attends native birth care, they attended to her well but I was surprised that when she delivered the baby (Emmanuel) one of his eyes was sealed completely.

Emmanuel was delivered like that but the eye was not bulging out as it is now, so we were asked at the health centre to go to Ekpan Central hospital. When we got there certain tests were conducted and later we were referred to the Delta State University Teaching Hospital in Oghara. 

At Oghara we started spending money and they told us that for the situation to be resolved; it requires surgery and that can only be done at the University College Hospital Ibadan that it will cost about N500,000, when this was said my heart failed me because there is no work now, things are so hard now. 

THE SEARCH FOR HELP

We made all efforts to get help from the state government but we were being prevented from getting access by government officials that the government is broke, we went to some churches too but there is no help.

So while I was brooding over the situation, someone advised me to seek media help to reach out to good citizens who may be touched to help my son out of his present condition.

I was given assurances that if we can raise the money my son’s life will be saved. I am a bricklayer with no father to assist me. Now it is rainy season and there is no patronage, things are very hard with my family. My son is just four months now.

We have gone to many places to seek for help for our son we went to one hospital in Ekpan where they gave us the UCH Doctor’s number and we called and he promised that they can handle the situation if we can raise the money. All the hospitals we have visited directed us to Ibadan UCH, this is what has given us hope to seek assistance. We have spent so much money looking for solution to this eye problem, even to the point of borrowing, I have ran to meet my relatives for help and even our church it was one of the church members who directed us to you. My son does not have any problems aside the eye issue, he is a very energetic and playful, a very strong boy, we have two kids, a girl and this boy, we have been married for four years now. My wife learnt hair dressing but no money to set her up now.

MOTHER'S PLEA FOR HELP

I am Mrs. Blessing Omonigho, I am 27 years old, a native of Ugbowo in Benin-City. When I gave birth to the baby the eye was sealed but we noticed that as he is growing, the eye is growing out too, I also noticed that the baby is feeling pains in the eye whenever I try to touch it, he will feel pains and want to cry. 

I want the general public to help me with money to save my son, we are almost hopeless, we cannot raise the money by ourselves but I know someone will be touched to help us. I have cried to my family members in Benin-City but no hope as it is rainy season.

My church promised to help but it’s a small congregation and a new one too, they don’t have money, so we have to cry out to the public, we don’t want to lose our son. I believe in God as a Christian and I know that God will raise help from anywhere.

REASON FOR THE NAME

I named the baby Emmanuel Oghenetejiri Omonigho because I know God is with us in this problem, also I feel that the boy is a special child, I don’t know why and how this problem came about, so I have to rely on God, he will not disappoint me. I will be the most happiest father if my baby’s problem is resolved, I will dedicate my full life to the service of God.

 The Omonighos can be reached on 08028271401 and 08056639818

Account number: Emmanuel Omonigho, UBA SAVINGS, 2084561978 

Revealed... the best sex positions to get pregnant - and it's best when he's on top, says fertility

Missionary, wheelbarrow, cowgirl and doggy-style - everyone has their favourite.

But when it comes to sex positions, which are the most effective at helping you get pregnant?

As the pressures of modern day life bite, couples are waiting later and later to start planning their families.

As a result, over the last two decades fertility problems have increased dramatically, with one in four couples planning to have a baby facing problems conceiving.

There is a host of things you can do to help your chances, improving your diet, abstaining from drinking alcohol and restricting your caffeine intake.

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When it comes to the best sex positions to help you get pregnant, Dr Marilyn Glenville, a fertility expert, told Daily Mail Online the key is for the man to be on top

But, fertility expert Dr Marilyn Glenville said the position you and your partner assume during and immediately after having sex, can 'significantly' alter your chances of becoming pregnant.

The reason, she said, lies in passage the sperm take into the vagina, and on to the fallopian tube.

She told Daily Mail Online: 'The man-on-top position has the best chance of getting a woman pregnant.'

But, she cautioned, there are no scientific studies to back up the theory.

'The rationale is that this position allows for deep penetration so the man's sperm can be ejaculated as close to the cervix (the opening of the womb) as possible,' Dr Glenville added.

'This gives the sperm cells a flying start on their long journey.

'The closer they are to the ripe egg waiting in the fallopian tube, several centimetres further up in a woman's body, the more likely they are to reach it.'

She said, logically, any position that goes against gravity, such as the woman on top, or having sex sitting or standing up, 'discourages the sperm's journey upward and is thought to deter conception'. 

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The good in eating green peas

By Lizzie Parry
Eating plenty of green peas, soybeans, corn and blue cheese, could help you live longer by warding off disease, experts have discovered.

The foods, all rich in a compound called spermidine, could help stave off cancer, Alzheimer's and Parkinson's disease, among others.

Scientists at the Weizmann Institute in Israel discovered that spermidine reverses the body's circadian rhythm, making it 'younger' and less prone to the age-related diseases. 

They note that falling levels of polyamines, compounds that are present in all living cells, cause circadian rhythms to slow down. 

This effect was reversed by a dietary supplementation containing spermidine, when given to mice.

Senior author, Dr Gad Asher, said: 'This discovery demonstrates the tight intertwining between circadian clocks and metabolism and opens new possibilities for nutritional interventions that modulate the clock's function.

'Impaired circadian rhythmicity has been linked to a wide variety of age-related diseases, including cancer, Alzheimer,s

9-year old wants justice for slain mother

Mrs. Comfort Indongesit Udoh looked forward with great expectation to the first birthday of her fourth child, Elijah Udoh.  This is because Elijah’s birthday fell on same day with the country’s Independence anniversary, October 1.   Infact, preparation towards the ceremony was reportedly first discussed with her husband two months ago where a conclusion was reached to mark it in a low key with families and friends.

Unfortunately, the D-day came last Thursday but she never lived to witness it, no thanks to a bullet from a Police Corporal attached to the Isheri Osun division which shattered her skull.

The deceased, Mrs Udoh, in the company of her  husband , Mr Godwin Sunday Udoh and their four children:  Mary (12) , Blessing (9), Abraham (7) and Elijah who was then 11 months old, reportedly left their Idimu abode in a tricycle driven by Mr Udoh, on September   16, 2015.

Tricycle operator

Destination was the Gospel of Faith Church  situated in Ijegun to attend a vigil. Time was 11pm.  However , they were accosted by a Police Corporal  along Ijegun Road who allegedly demanded for N2000 from the supposed tricycle operator for driving late.

Explanation by Udoh that the people  in the tricycle were members of his family and not passengers as claimed by the policeman fell on deaf ears.

At that moment, his wife, Idongesit Comfort, who was carrying  their youngest child , Elijah, reportedly alighted  from the tricycle and showed the policeman her Bible, with an explanation that she was not a passenger as assumed , but the operator’s wife.

But the Police Corporal, Musefiu Aremu,  was said to have insisted on getting his money. Apparently angry at his defiance, Udoh reportedly entered  his tricycle, with his wife following behind. But to the shock of all , Corporal Aremu said to have  earlier threatened to shoot if Udoh attempted to move the tricycle from the spot, made true his threat as he released two bullets  from his AK 47 rifle.

One of the bullets reportedly hit Mrs Udoh , who fell off the tricycle with Elijah on her bosom. The bullet was said to have pierced her skull and hit Udoh in the jaw.

While Udoh lived to tell the tale, that unfortunately was not the case with his wife,  as she reportedly died moments before reaching the hospital.

When Vanguard Metro  visited their Idimu residence on October 1, everyone at the birthday party  wore long faces. Rather than celebrating with little Elijah who was apparently oblivious of the tragedy that had befallen his family, guests were seen consoling his father.

Elijah on his part, only allowed fair-skinned women to carry him. This was because his mother was light-skinned. His siblings were withdrawn , still finding it difficult to shake off the incident from their memory.

We want justice: When approached,  nine-
year-old Blessing said: “All we want is justice for my family. I want  government to take care of my family. My father is not working anymore since the incident,as  he is  still undergoing treatment at the  Lagos State University Teaching Hospital”.

Narrating how her mother was shot, she said amidst tears: “ We were all in the    Keke Marwa when we heard the gunshot. Immediately, my mummy fell down; she fell on Elijah. She could not move. Blood was all over her . Elijah was crying from where he was trapped under her. My daddy was shouting: ‘They have killed me ooo’. But no body came to help us. Everybody ran away .

“My elder sister, Mary,  was screaming, calling for help. I was the only one that went and held one of the policemen by the trouser. I was shouting at the top of my voice that ‘you people have killed my mummy. Come and take my mummy to the hospital’. Later some policemen came and brought Elijah out of my mummy’s grip. His body was covered with blood.

Police woman

“My Daddy was taken away while a police woman took us to her house and gave us food and water. She told us to sleep that we would see our mummy and daddy next day. But up till now, we have not seen our mummy”.

Call for huge compensation, speedy trial for perpetrator: Her narration triggered
gusts of emotion as some of them burst into tears. The chair person of Women Arise, a non-governmental  organisation, Dr Joe Odumakin, who organised the birthday party for young Elijah, said in an emotion-laden tone :   “There is no one that  can replace Elijah’s mother but we will do our best to see that justice is done.

The deceased was a mother to four kids.  She was a wife. She was deeply committed to family values. She is not here to celebrate her child today but I am sure that she is here in spirit. She was a great woman who  clutched her son to her bosom while she was dying.

We are calling on  the attention of our Police to know that they are supposed to secure lives and property. The death of Elijah’s mother is grave and nothing can bring her back to life and that is why Women Arise is pleading that they should be our friends. Those who err should be punished. Justice must be done.

The killer of Elijah’s mother has been arrested, tried, arraigned and he is now remanded. On October 19, my team,  the victim’s family and well wishers are going to march in black to the Magistrate Court, Ebute Metta to make sure justice is given to the dead 35-year-old Comfort Idongesit Udoh. The last assignment she did was cuddling her baby and urging her other three children to be calm.

There must be a huge compensation for the family even though we know that no amount of money can buy life. She is still in the mortuary and she deserves a befitting burial. We ask for speedy trial for justice to be done. The Inspector-General of Police, IGP   has promised that the children would  be trained in school by the Force but we want it documented so that when a new IGP comes in,  the agreement can still continue.

“Mr Udoh needs to be adequately treated and given a proper business. The  Marwa must be replaced too because he got  it on hire purchase.  We do not want this to happen again. We want a surveillance team that will be monitoring the police.

We are writing and pleading that the government takes care of the family’s accommodation. Also, a trust fund should be set up for the children and  there should also  be health insurance, especially for Mr Udoh who is still undergoing treatment in Lagos state University Teaching Hospital, LUTH”.

Widower’s lamentation: On his part, 45-year-old              Godwin Sunday Udoh who is still recuperating from the bullet that hit his jaw said with tears in his eyes that his wife’s death had created a vacuum in his heart.

According to him: “Today is a special day in the life of my son. My wife said we were going to celebrate him on this day, October 1, but unfortunately she is no more on this earth to celebrate with us. I want  the Lagos State governor to know that what happened is very painful to my children and I.

Man cuts off own penis over rape allegation

A young man has blamed his manhood for leading him To Molest: so he cut it off.

A man identified as Lekan Daramola, in Oke-Aro area of Ogun State, has decided to cut off his weapon of destruction, after he was accused of serial rape.

According to reports, the 34-year-old man was caught in the act of raping his landlord's 12-year-old daughter and after he was beaten, disgraced and paraded around the town, reportedly used a sharp kitchen knife and cut off his manhood.

A neighbour who was a witness to the bloody scene, narrated the incident:
"This is not the first time brother Lekan was caught in the act. Just last year, he was nabbed while raping a street hawker and the area boys beat him almost to death.
He was caught again on three different occasions and the last time, he lured Baba's (landlord) young daughter into his room and while forcefully having carnal knowledge of the girl, her screams attracted neighbours who broke the door of his room and caught him.

He was given the beating of his life and paraded in the town. In the night, we heard screams in his room and when we rushed there, we found him in a pool of his blood with a bloody knife beside him.

As we were rushing him to a nearby hospital, he confessed that he did not know the spirit that always got into him that made him rape girls and that it was better to cut off his joystick."

EFCC arrest two with many atm cards

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission has arrested two Nigerians with a shocking 556 banking instruments, with which they had been using to commit unsuspecting large scale fraud.

The two men-Jonathan Odu Isikwei and Paschal Onuora Udeh   were picked up operatives of the commission for unlawful possession of   448 travelers’ cheques and 108 Automated Teller Machine (ATM)/Debit cards.

Jonathan Odu Isikwei was found with 448 travelers’ cheques, while Pascal Onuora Udeh, 34, was arrested with 108 ATM cards on his way to China.

A statement issued by the Head of Media and Publicity of the EFCC, Mr. Wilson Uwujaren, said the two suspects would soon appear in court to account for their action.

The statement said: “The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) is set to arraign one Jonathan Odu Isikwei for unlawful possession of 448 travelers’ Cheques.

“Isikwei 51, a native of Igbodo in Aniocha local government area of Delta State, was arrested at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos, by the Operatives of National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) during the outward clearance of passengers on a Belgium- bound flight.

“The case was transferred to the EFCC for further investigation.”

The EFCC gave the details of its investigation into the incidents.

It added: “The 448 travelers’ Cheques recovered from Isikwei were discovered to purportedly belong to four banks in America, Europe and Canada.

“The banks and the travelers’ cheques are – Gun Nebo Inc. (Bank of Nova Scotia)- 117 pieces, Postbank Frankfurt -258 pieces, Safe Federal Credit Union -41 pieces and RBS (Royal Bank of Scotland) -32 pieces.

“All the travellers’   cheques were signed, with some having monetary value written on them. Among the cheques belonging to Safe Federal Credit Union, 27 pieces were blank, while 14 pieces of the cheques have monetary value worth 322,800 US Dollars.

“ (27) pieces of the travellers’ cheques belonging to Gun Nebo Canada Inc. were blank, while 90 pieces of the cheques have monetary value worth 354,300 Canadian Dollars.

“The suspect who claimed he exports dried fish from Nigeria to Belgium, told investigators that he collected the parcel for onward delivery to a friend without any knowledge of the content.”

The EFCC explained how Udeh was intercepted with 108 ATM cards at Murtala Mohammed International Airport, Lagos.

It said: “In a related development, the EFCC is investigating the activities of one Pascal Onuora Udeh.

“The 34-year-old was arrested for being in possession of 108 pieces of Automated Teller Machine (ATM)/Debit cards.

“The suspect, who claimed to be a trader and an undergraduate of Nnamdi Azikiwe University, Awka, is a native of Umudim Village of Obibi, Ochasi Ato, in Orlu local government area of Imo State.”

How to photograph stars

Star trails are pretty cool, there's no doubt about it. A well-executed star trail image gives the viewer a sense of infinity, of the universe on its eternal march through time. But sometimes you don't necessarily want star trails in your photos. They're cool, but they're not what you see with your own eyes when you look up at the sky. Instead, you want to capture the beauty of the night sky as it really is. But here's the problem: it's dark, the stars move, and they move quickly. How can you capture them without a long exposure?
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Seven tips on photography

5. Consider a Monopod and a Bracket

Holding a DSLR and a heavy lens — or perhaps two, depending on the situation — can get heavy. There's not enough room at the end of the runway for tripods, but sometimes you might be able to bring a monopod to support and stabilize your camera. Runway photographers often also mount their speedlights on a bracket, so if you'll be doing a lot of this type of fashion photography, that might be a great addition to your kit.

6. Fast Lenses

You won't be controlling the light level, and may find this is a situation where a fast lens — a lens with a widest aperture of F1.4, F2.0, or F2.8 — may help you keep a fast enough shutter speed to freeze the action. Also, shooting at an aperture like F2.8 or F4 can let you create an image with the model sharply focused and the background thrown out of focus — a good effect in some situations.

7. Take Verticals

Runway photography means vertical shots. You are framing the model from shoes to hat, so turn your camera sideways. As well, this suits the pages of fashion magazines, especially if your goal is the cover. Most DSLR cameras have the option to add a vertical grip — which will make it easy to operate your camera in a vertical position. (Usually, they also let you add a second battery, which may be useful as well. It wouldn't be a good idea to run out of power in the middle of the fashion show.)

Did we mention: get there early, early, early?

To learn more about fashion photography, don't miss our article "Life at the End of the Runway".

A focus on farming

A FOCUS ON FRAMING

BY CHRIS CORRADINO on September 30th, 2015

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The New York Institute of Photography is the world’s largest online photography school, and because we are, we often publish fun and useful photography tips on our photography blog. Please enjoy!

There are occasions when you scout a location and plan well, but the light is just not flattering upon arrival. You can either go home empty handed, or you can work with what’s been presented to make something special.

Framing is one of the most effective ways to take the emphasis off of bad light. By essentially eliminating it with a tight composition, you can bring attention to your subject in a clever way. For the viewer, this provides a sense of three dimensionality, almost as if they’re peering through a window. A small aperture works best for this method as it will keep everything sharp from near to far.

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How to capture animals in action

OW TO CAPTURE ANIMALS IN ACTION

BY CHRIS CORRADINO on September 9th, 2015

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When you locate an interesting subject, it's tempting to immediately shoot a handful of pictures and move on. A better approach however, involves slowing down and watching through the lens while studying the animal's behavior. Rather than settling for a static shot of an elephant standing motionless, wait for a dynamic moment before shooting. Often, it takes a few minutes for an animal to realize you are not a threat to their safety. They will resume their natural activities once calm.

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Oshiomhole condoles Itsekiri Nation

WARRI - EDO State Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole yesterday paid a condolence visit on the  Itsekiri Nation in Warri, Delta State over the passage of the Olu of Warri, HRM. Ogiame Atuwatse II.

He also prayed God to grant the Itsekiri
nation the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

Oshiomhole accompanied by top government functionaries, noted that the late Olu contribution to the
Itsekiri Nation, Warri Kingdom and Nigeria at large is immense.

The Governor noted that the Binis and their Itsekiri brothers can not elaborate on the pains the Olu’s departure has caused.

“We are not in a position to question God’s will or our ancestors but to
pray that God grant his infinite mercy grant on the Warri Kingdom to
bear the irreparable loss.”

In his words, “We value the relationship that exists between us in the spirit of Bendel, we are one, we are with you
in our prayers, the trust and bond that existed between us will continue to grow stronger.”

Oshiomhole prayed God to grant to grant the soul of the departed Olu eternal rest in his bosom.

The Regent of Itsekiri Nation, Prince (Barr.) Eroro Emiko thanked Governor Oshiomhole, pointing out that the presence of the governor and
other eminent Nigerians around the Itsekiris gives them confidence.

"Our hearts are heavy but when we look around and see people like you,
our long journey will be achieveable.”

Earlier in his remark, Chief Brown Mene noted that the departure of the Olu of Warri took the Itsekiri Nation by surprise, insisting that Warri Kingdom has every reason to celebrate because the late monarch made tremendous contributions to his people and Nigeria at large. 

The Akulagba of Warri Kingdom, Chief Ayiri Emami added that Governor Oshiomhole has shown that he is a true brother for coming to mourn with them.

Present at the condolence visit were, Chief .S.S. Rone, Chief Isaac Jemide, Chief .N. Utienyione,, Chief .C.D. Ikomi, Chief Brown Mene, Dr. Duakpenmi Andrew Ayi, Chief (Mrs.) Rita Lori Ogbebor, Prince Ola Emiko, Chief Ayirimi Emami, Prophet Jones Erue, Delta State Chairmanship of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Olorogun Jaro Egbo, and host of others.
                                      

Road accident claims one in Delta

WARRI – TRAGEDY struck Monday evening at Otokuto, Ughelli-South Local Government Area of Delta State as a fatal accident left a married woman dead with two others hospitalized and in critical condition.

The tragic incident according to an eye witness account occurred at about 7pm along the ever busy DSC Expressway near the Otokutu junction as the two vehicles clashed in a head on collision.

Vanguard gathered that the dead woman was cruising in a ash coloured Toyota Camry with Lagos registration number APP 583 AC against traffic in a wrong lane rammed into an oncoming Iveco truck before flying into the pavement and making a u-turn.

Eyewitness said the woman died immediately as her body was shattered from the collision while the driver and another occupant of the truck were seriously injured and are in critical condition.

When Vanguard visited the scene, policemen from the Out-Jeremi police station were seen placing caution signs, just as they engaged husband of the late woman and family members in a chat.

The accident caused serious vehicular traffic with sympathizers discussing the ugly incident, blaming the woman for driving a wrong lane in the express against traffic.

Relatives of the victims were not ready o speak on the incident, just as police in frantic efforts embarked on removing the two vehicles from the road to avert another accidents.

Bodily flesh, blood and other items were seen scattered over the woman’s Camry following the battle to remove the mangled body from the car by cutting the vehicle with axe. The remains of the dead woman has been deposited in a morgue as at the time of filling this report.

Contacted, Delta State Police Public Reltaions Officer, Mrs. Celestina  Kalu, a Deputy Supritendent of Police said, “I have called the Divisional Police Officer in the area, he confirmed it and said he has sent a team to investigate what happened.”

                                                                   

Gay lovers fight over N50,000 in Warri

WARRI - THERE was mild drama on Saturday at Warri/Sapele Road area of Warri as two suspected homosexuals  fought dirty in publicly and exposing their sexual escapades over an alleged N50,000 debt.

The gay lovers were identified as Nwaocha, an undergraduate National Open university of Nigeria, NOUN and Osuji.

The unholy act between Nwaocha a student of the  and Osuji his lover was made public in a heated argument after Osuji claimed he had paid the debt in kind to Nwaocha seven weeks ago.

Investigation revealed that Nwaocha angered by Osuji’s response, demanded for payment and queried 
if it is the same way Osuji pay for the dozens of men he sleeps with regularly.

The argument resulted in the suspected homosexuals engaging themselves
in fisticuffs  before mammoth crowd dashed into the scene for possible
separation.

An eyewitness who spoke said that as the crowd were about venting their anger on the men, Nwaocha feigned a fake phone call and injury and escaped.

Immediately after, Osuji also took an opposite direction in an escape mission
for fear of being lynched by the crowd.

Men of the Nigeria Police on routine patrol stormed the area after
Nwaocha and Osuji have escaped the scene. 

The Police immediately went in pursuit of the fleeing suspected homosexuals at a nearby Chemist shop where it was claimed they went to receive treatment but could not find them but they promised to effect their arrests soon.

Some memory boosters

on't forget to try these surprising memory boosters

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Dr. Roshini Raj, Health magazine's contributing medical editor, stopped by TODAY Wednesday with simple, healthful tips for boosting our memory.

1.Salmon

Fatty fish like salmon are rich in an omega-3 called DHA. "DHA, in particular, is great for the brain," Raj said. "Studies show it improved cognition and memory, so get your salmon."

2. Leafy Greens

Spinach, kale or any vibrant green vegetable should be helpful. They have lutein, beta carotene, folate and vitamin K. "Women who consumed one to two cups actually, their brains were 11 years younger than those who didn't, when it came to cognition and memory," Raj said.

3. Healthy Fats

Anything that is heart-healthy is also good for your brain, Raj said, because the blood vessels in the brain are important in terms of cognition and memory. "Get a handful of nuts," she said. "Be careful, it has some fat in it so if you're watching your waistline, not too many.

Love your brain: 5 ways to protect your memory

Also, try olive oil, which has oleocanthal, another compound that is great for your brain. Research shows it may help reduce the buildup in the brain of amyloid proteins, which are linked to Alzheimer's disease.

4. Mostly Mozart

Pump up the music, especially classical pieces, or any music that is familiar to you and that you enjoy, to help with memory. One study showed that classical music helped with cognition and memory testing.

5. LOL

Do something that makes you laugh. In one study, older people who watched a funny video performed better on tests. "Twenty minutes of something that's going to make you laugh," Raj said, "it's going to help."

6. Meditate

MRI tests performed on people who meditate found positive changes in the brain, including in the memory center, Raj said. To get started, try the 7-7-7 rule: Take 7 seconds to breathe in, 7 seconds to hold the breath, and 7 seconds to release it.

7. Don't Despair

While some people hear that memory starts to decline at age 20, there are certain parts of our memory that can improve with age. Crystallized intelligence, which is the ability to integrate your experience, skills and knowledge, can peak as late as your 60s or 70s. "All hope is not lost," Raj joked.

8. Spell it out

If you can't seem to remember the name of someone you just met, Raj says to spell it in your head three times. Before that, though, pay attention!

"A lot of us aren't even listening the first time," she said, "and that's why we don't remember."

Oshiomhole condoles Itsekiri nation

WARRI - EDO State Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole yesterday paid a condolence visit on the  Itsekiri Nation in Warri, Delta State over the passage of the Olu of Warri, HRM. Ogiame Atuwatse II.

He also prayed God to grant the Itsekiri
nation the fortitude to bear the irreparable loss.

Oshiomhole accompanied by top government functionaries, noted that the late Olu contribution to the
Itsekiri Nation, Warri Kingdom and Nigeria at large is immense.

The Governor noted that the Binis and their Itsekiri brothers can not elaborate on the pains the Olu’s departure has caused.

“We are not in a position to question God’s will or our ancestors but to
pray that God grant his infinite mercy grant on the Warri Kingdom to
bear the irreparable loss.”

In his words, “We value the relationship that exists between us in the spirit of Bendel, we are one, we are with you
in our prayers, the trust and bond that existed between us will continue to grow stronger.”

Oshiomhole prayed God to grant to grant the soul of the departed Olu eternal rest in his bosom.

The Regent of Itsekiri Nation, Prince (Barr.) Eroro Emiko thanked Governor Oshiomhole, pointing out that the presence of the governor and
other eminent Nigerians around the Itsekiris gives them confidence.

"Our hearts are heavy but when we look around and see people like you,
our long journey will be achieveable.”

Earlier in his remark, Chief Brown Mene noted that the departure of the Olu of Warri took the Itsekiri Nation by surprise, insisting that Warri Kingdom has every reason to celebrate because the late monarch made tremendous contributions to his people and Nigeria at large.

The Akulagba of Warri Kingdom, Chief Ayiri Emami added that Governor Oshiomhole has shown that he is a true brother for coming to mourn with them.

Present at the condolence visit were, Chief .S.S. Rone, Chief Isaac Jemide, Chief .N. Utienyione,, Chief .C.D. Ikomi, Chief Brown Mene, Dr. Duakpenmi Andrew Ayi, Chief (Mrs.) Rita Lori Ogbebor, Prince Ola Emiko, Chief Ayirimi Emami, Prophet Jones Erue, Delta State Chairmanship of the All Progressives Congress, APC, Olorogun Jaro Egbo, and host of others.
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Two electrocuted while trying to save others

Residents of Utuh Street, Araromi Quarters at Ketu area of Lagos were plunged into mourning, following the death of a woman while trying to save the lives of her two children. 

The woman, Mrs Bashirat Rauf, was not the only person who died on the fateful day. Another resident identified as Sodiq Saka also died while trying to ensure that others did not die in a fire outbreak.

The fire was said to have started after two high-tension cables fell on a school building in the area, sparking an inferno. Residents who mourned Rauf and Saka also gave thanks to God, saying that many school children would have died but for the Sallah break. 

Surprisingly, Rauf and Saka, who were trying to save people died, while those they tried to save are alive. When our correspondent went to the area, it was gathered that Bashirat’s husband had gone out. A resident, however, attempted to recapture how the woman died on September 24. The resident said: “Bashirat has two kids; a boy and a girl.

The kids were playing outside when the high-tension cables fell and caused fire. The school is close to residential homes. Bashirat ran out of her apartment, screaming for her two kids. 

As she rushed to pick them, she stepped on one of the cables. When people realised that she was electrocuted, they screamed, but there was nothing anybody could have done.

The two kids are still alive. Nothing happened to them, but Bashirat died.” Saka, who many described as a Good Samaritan, was also electrocuted. 

According to some residents, when Saka noticed the raging fire in the school compound, he dashed out of his apartment and frantically searched for a bucket to fetch water.

The thought in his mind was how to arrest the fire from spreading to other buildings. He had already fetched the water and was making his way towards the burning building when he also stepped on a cable. He died instantly. 

Saka’s grieving father, Imam, said: “As a Muslim, I have accepted my fate. There is nothing I can do to bring the dead back to life.

Sodiq was the person who slaughtered the Sallah ram he bought for me on that day. When he was through with the ram, he told me he was going to get something down the street. A few minutes later, someone rushed to tell me that my son had been electrocuted in the neighbourhood.

“I was told that my son only went into the school premises where it was burning to assist in battling the fire, only for him to be electrocuted. What can I do now? Is it possible for me to give birth to a 30-yearold again?” 

The Secretary of Araromi Community Development Association, Mr Wahab Awoyemi, said it was a very sad day for all residents after the community lost two persons in a day.

He said: “We made frantic efforts to rescue both of them, but it was to no avail. We rushed to the Eko Distribution Company office at Mile 12, to switch off the power, but the person who was supposed to switch off the power was not on duty. 

“They (the victims) were later taken to hospital, but pronounced dead by doctors. We want government to come to our aid in the community. We are suffering. We have no accessible road. This affected the timely arrival of firefighters.”