A record of 84,004,084 people Nigerians have registered to vote — an increase of 18 percent from the 2015 election, and as they prepare to cast their votes in the presidential elections, we present the key facts worth noting :
1. The number of candidates is the highest ever in Nigeria’s history of presidential election.
2. The 2019 elections would be the country’s sixth since May 1999 – when the military government handed power over to the democratic government.
3. 73 candidates will be on the ballot in the race to become Nigeria’s president in the February 16 presidential election.
4. There are six female candidates contesting in the election, the highest ever in Nigeria’s history.
5. President Muhammadu Buhari is the oldest candidate at the age of 76 while Chike Ukaegbu of the Advanced Allied Party (AAP) is the youngest at 35.
6. Buhari’s main rival and former vice president under Olusegun Obasanjo, Atiku Abubakar, has made a bid for the presidency five times for four different parties. His last shot at office was in 2015 when he was defeated by then-opposition leader Buhari.
7. President Muhammadu Buhari and his main rival, Atiku Abubakar, are both senior members of the political establishment and come from largely Muslim northern Nigeria.
8. This year, 10 candidates under the age of 40 have out their names forward following the approved bill, #NotTooYoungToRule campaign.
9. This election is considered as the next most democratic election exercise carried out in Nigeria after the country’s first democratic transfer of power in 2007.
10. The election would hold exactly two decades after the end of the military rule.
Nigeria, Africa’s most populous country, is a trendsetter for the continent and her elections are widely watched by the continent and international community. The elections would hold on Saturday, February 23, 2019 nationwide.
Social media influencer, Raymond Igbalodely popularly known as Ray Hushpuppi, has added a Bentley Bentayga to his collection of cars on Thursday.
The Malaysian based big boy took to his Instagram page to show off his newly acquired wheels which was reported to be worth over 350 million naira ($195,000)
He said ;
“bought a Bentley Bentayga for valentine. It’s the best way to celebrate the season of love.”
Hushpuppi never fails to show off his wealth on the internet and is well known for his buoyant spendings and fashionable lifestyle.
His immerse love for the label, Gucci is showcased in his Gucci shoes, clothes and bags which is documented on his Instagram page.
Nigerian singer and multi-winning artist, David Adeleke, popularly known as Davido has surprised his girlfriend, Chioma Rowland with valentine’s gifts.
In a video shared on his Instagram page, Davdo surprised Chioma with a serenade, cakes, a bottle of wine and boxes of chocolate.
It could be said that Davido has mastered the art of gifting his lover, Chioma as in 2018 he bought her a Porshe as her birthday gift that broke the internet.
The singer who met his lover in Babcock University when she was a 300 level student of Economics, was totally in love at first sight. Unlike his two baby mamas, he confirmed his relationship immediately it was speculated and since then, he has been screaming all about her on the internet.
In his interviews,Davido says that he has no problem admitting that he is in love and says that some people have unreasonable fears of speaking about their feelings publicly.
On Sunday night, at the 61st Grammy Awards, Ibra Ake, a Nigerian-American visual artist picked up his first-ever Grammy.
The artist won the award for Best Music Video for producing Childish Gambino’s viral “This is America” music video.
Initially, the nomination of Seun Keti, in the World Music Category was widely celebrated but however, the Afrobeat singer lost out to the Soweto Gospel Choir with their ‘Freedom’ album.
Eventually, Ake got recognized for his work on the critically acclaimed visuals for rapper Childish Gambino’s ‘This is America.’
Ake, who grew up in Nigeria and New Jersey, is also a writer for hit TV show, ‘Atlanta’ which also features Childish Gambino.
Having been introduced to art through animation and drawing, Ake is no stranger to expressing himself through different mediums.
After leaving school and working a full time office job, Ibra was a freelance photographer and landed a gig to shoot Childish Gambino while he was still a rising artist.
Since meeting, the two have collaborated countless times from album covers, music videos, creative direction, production and screenwriting.
Ake took to Twitter after his win in celebration.
”I can’t believe I just won a Grammy. Where’s the catch? Royalty forever.”
Popular singer, Innocent Idibia, fondly called 2face, apologised to his wife, Annie Idibia, for an undisclosed reason on Monday.
The message isn’t coherent as the main issue has not been addressed.
However, from the looks of things, there seems to be trouble in paradise.
On his verified Twitter handle, Tuface admitted that he had made a mess of things and went on to say “sorry” as well as revealing that Annie had tried her best.
“I’m sorry to say that i have fucked up so much. i have fucked up as a role model as a father and as a husband. annie im sorry. i know u tried your best.” “Annie u have been my pillar. efe u have been a wonderful manager and ig bro. my fans have beb …. .m m”
Hours before his tweet, Annie updated her Instagram story that reads: “be picky with who you invest your time in, wasted time is worse than wasted money” to which she commented that the most important lesson is learnt the hard way.
Who would have thought that she was referring to the turmoil in her marriage?
2baba and Annie started dating in 1999 but their relationship hasn’t been a walk in the park.
During their off and on relationship, 2baba got two other women pregnant and in 2012, they finally tied the knot.
Annie has two children for 2face while he has five from the other women.
President Muhammadu Buhari’s suspension of Chief Justice of Nigeria ( CJN ) Justice Walter Onnoghen over alleged failure to fully declare his assets to the Code of Conduct Bureau (CCB) is in order, a poll has revealed.
66 per cent of Nigerians who participated in the poll on the website of The Nation Newspaper backed the action.
Only 31 per cent of respondents faulted the suspension.
Buhari suspended Justice Onnoghen as CJN on January 25 over allegations of non-declaration of assets.
The President immediately swore in Justice Tanko Muhammad to replace Onnoghen in an acting capacity.
A total of 5,689 Nigerians voted in the poll carried out from January 27 to February 8, 2019.
3,863 of them are in support while only 1,820 opposed it. 186 voters abstained from a yes or no response, declaring there were unsure of the legality or otherwise of the action.
The recent alarm on rising global incidence of cancer by the World Health Organisation (WHO) should worry African countries, especially Nigeria, where the disease is most prevalent.
According to WHO, about 10,000 cancer deaths are recorded annually while 250,000 new cases are recorded yearly in Nigeria owing to the shortage of functional cancer control plans.
There are different kinds of cancers that affect different parts of the body and they have varying root causes. While not all cancers can be prevented, living a healthy lifestyle may help to avoid it.
You make choices every day that affect your health, follow our Ten Preventive Methods of Cancer to reduce your risk.
1. Stop using tobacco products
Smoking or chewing tobacco are leading causes of several different types of cancer including lung, colorectal, breast, throat, cervical, bladder, mouth and esophageal.
It’s never too late to quit if you have started smoking. If you don’t smoke, stay away from second-hand smoke.
2. Avoid potentially carcinogenic personal hygiene products
Many cosmetic products contain ingredients that could weaken your immune system, thus, increasing the risk of cancer. Some of these products includes – Talcum powder, antiperspirants and deodorants.
3. Conduct self-exams monthly
Check for skin cancer by examining the skin over your entire body. Look for changes in appearance, especially around moles. For a breast examination, use your fingers to feel your breast to look for lumps and for a testicular examination, look for changes in your testicles.
It is advisable to check for signs in the breast after a week of your menstrual period.
4. Maintain a healthy weight
Obesity is a common risk factor for cancer. Consult your doctor or use a Body Mass Index (BMI) chart to determine an appropriate weight for your height, age, and body type.
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• You can maintain your weight by eating a healthy, balanced diet and exercising daily.
• If you’re struggling to lose weight, you might work with a licensed dietitian to create a diet plan that will work for you.
Additionally, you can hire a trainer to help you build a fitness plan that you enjoy.
5. Avoid exposure to known carcinogens in your environment
You can check lists of carcinogens maintained by The National Toxicology Program, the International Agency for Research on Cancer, and the Environmental Protection Agency. You can also check the American Cancer Society’s website.
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Drinking unsafe water or breathing polluted air can also put you at greater risk of developing cancer and other health problems. Check air and water conditions in your area and take health precautions (such as drinking bottled water or wearing a mask) if necessary.
6. Ask your doctor about the hepatitis B and HPV vaccines
Hepatitis B can contribute to liver cancer, and HPV may cause cervical or other genital cancers. Fortunately, you can get vaccinated against these illnesses.
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• The hepatitis B vaccine is recommended for people who are at high risk for hepatitis B. This includes people who are sexually active with multiple partners, people who have STDs, men who have sex with men, health workers who may contract the illness, and intravenous drug users.
• The HPV vaccine is recommended for girls and boys between the ages of 11 and 12, but it can be administered until age 26.
7. Minimize your cell phone use
It is possible that radio frequency fields from cell phones can increase your risk of brain cancer and other types of cancer.
You can minimize this potential risk by keeping your calls short to no more than 30 minutes per day and using your phone only when you really need it.
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You could also –
• Try to limit direct ear-to-phone contact to no more than 30 minutes per day. You can also limit contact between your phone and other parts of your body by keeping it in a bag instead of in your pocket.
• If you need to make a long phone call, minimize direct contact with your phone by turning on the speaker or using a headset.
8. Avoid sharing needles
STDs also spread through sharing needles, as the illness is present in bodily fluids. For example, you can get HIV, hepatitis B, and hepatitis C by sharing needles. Don’t ever reuse needles or use someone else’s needle.
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9. Protect your skin from sun exposure
Spending a small amount of time in the sun, such as 15 minutes a day, can be healthy for you because it helps your body make vitamin D. However, too much sun can damage your skin and even lead to skin cancer. You can prevent skin cancer by always wearing a sunscreen with at least SPF 30, covering your body with clothing, and staying in the shade.
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It’s best to avoid the sun during the hottest part of the day, which is between 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
10. Practice safe sex and avoid risky behaviours
Sexually transmitted diseases (STDs) can weaken the immune system and contribute greatly to cancer. You can avoid STDs by always using a condom when you have sex. Since condoms can fail, discuss sexual health with your potential partners and get tested regularly.
