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Eating healthy doesn’t have to be complicated or expensive. Nigeria is blessed with a wide range of nutrient-packed foods that are great for maintaining a balanced diet. Whether you’re trying to lose weight, improve your heart health, or boost your immune system, these Nigerian superfoods can help you on your journey to a healthier lifestyle. 1. Okra Rich in fiber, vitamin C, and folate, okra is a powerful vegetable commonly used in Nigerian soups. It helps with digestion, lowers cholesterol, and controls blood sugar levels, making it ideal for people managing diabetes. Okra is also packed with antioxidants that protect…

In today’s fast-paced world, mental health is a pressing issue, with many Nigerians experiencing stress, anxiety, and depression due to economic challenges, social pressures, and fast urbanization. While counseling and medication are important, fitness plays a pivotal role in improving mental health. 1. Exercise Releases “Feel-Good” Hormones Regular physical activity, such as running, walking, or engaging in fitness classes, helps release endorphins—chemicals in the brain that act as natural painkillers and mood elevators. Nigerians often lead busy lives, but even a 20-minute daily walk can significantly reduce stress levels and enhance mental clarity. 2. Fitness Reduces Stress The hustle and…

The Federal Government, through the Minister of Finance and Coordinating Minister of the Economy, Mr. Wale Edun, has clarified that the Value-Added Tax (VAT) rate in Nigeria remains at 7.5%. This announcement comes in response to widespread rumors suggesting a possible hike in VAT from 7.5% to 10%, which had sparked concerns among businesses and the public. In a statement released on Monday, Mr. Edun firmly dismissed the reports as unfounded and assured Nigerians that the government has not altered the current VAT rate. “The current VAT rate is 7.5% and this is what the government is charging on a…

Yenagoa, Benin City, Jos, Nigeria – As Nigeria inches closer to crucial elections and contends with long-standing governance issues, the political landscape is marked by both challenges and promises. From the internal strife within the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to campaign promises in Edo State and broader concerns about governance, the nation is at a critical juncture. This analysis explores three key stories shaping Nigeria’s political discourse. 1. PDP’s Internal Crisis: A Test of Resilience Governor Douye Diri of Bayelsa State has projected optimism amidst the ongoing crisis within the national leadership of the PDP. At a recent state congress…

Raheem Sterling has officially completed a sensational move to Arsenal, marking one of the most significant transfers of the summer window. The former Chelsea forward has signed a long-term deal with the Gunners, bringing his wealth of experience and goal-scoring prowess to Mikel Arteta’s squad. A Major Coup for Arsenal Sterling’s move to Arsenal is seen as a major statement of intent by the North London club. The 29-year-old forward, who has won multiple Premier League titles with Manchester City and made a significant impact at Chelsea, is expected to be a key figure in Arsenal’s quest to challenge for…

The Nigeria Customs Service, Federal Operations Unit Zone A, Ikeja, Lagos State, on Wednesday, confirmed the killing of a smuggler in the Badagry area of the state. The spokesperson for the unit, Theophilus Duniya, who confirmed the development in a statement on Wednesday, said the deceased and his gang members attacked both the officers of the NCS and the army while smuggling foreign parboiled rice and vehicles along the area. According to the statement, the customs officers and the soldiers intercepted the smugglers operating around the waterside in Badagry, Lagos State, and during the interception, the suspect and his gang…

The National Secretary of the All Progressives Congress, Senator Ajibola Basiru, has described the 45 million membership strength of the party as a fabrication which, he said, was deployed as a tool for fighting causes unknown to the present leadership. Basiru, speaking at the opening session of the e-membership registration and ‘Train-the-Trainer’ workshop in Abuja, on Wednesday, said the 2023 election, where the APC presidential candidate, Bola Tinubu (now president) struggled to amass less than 10 million votes to coast home to victory, showed the figure was a mere fabrication. The Caretaker/Extraordinary Convention Committee of the APC, headed by Governor…

National Assembly workers, under the Parliamentary Staff Association of Nigeria, have opened the Assembly gates to allow lawmakers, staff, and visitors to access the complex. The gates were opened on Tuesday afternoon following the news that the Nigeria Labour Congress and Trade Union Congress had suspended their strike for one week to allow for further negotiation with the Federal Government. PASAN had locked the gates on Monday in solidarity with the NLC and TUC, who called the strike to push for a new minimum wage for workers in the country. On Monday, the Secretary to the Government of the Federation,…

The equity market has sustained its bearish trend as investors lost N38.24bn on Tuesday. The market capitalisation and the all-share index dropped by 0.1 per cent to close at N56.03tn and 99,051.02 basis points respectively. Bearish activity dominated the day’s trade, with the exchange recording more decliners (22) than gainers (17). Leading the gainer’s chart at the close of trading are Nigerian breweries with an appreciation of 10.00 per cent to close at N28.60, Presco plc with 9.99 per cent to close at N293.90 and Oando Plc which gained 9.65per cent to close at N14.20. Among the notable decliners are…

The ruling All Progressives Congress said the electronic registration of its members nationwide will start on Wednesday and the exercise will be inaugurated by its National Chairman, Dr Abdullahi Ganduje. This was disclosed in a statement issued in Abuja on Tuesday by the party’s National Publicity Secretary, Felix Morka. Morka noted that Ganduje will be accompanied by two serving ministers in President Bola Tinubu’s administration and party leaders to the opening of the ‘Train the Trainer’ Workshop slated for Abuja. He identified the two dignitaries as the Minister of Innovation, Science, and Technology, Chief Uche Nnaji, and his counterpart in…