BREAKING: President Buhari launches war ships in Lagos

According to reports President Muhammadu Buhari arrived Lagos in the early hours of the day, to commission the warship.

A statement by Femi Adesina, a senior special aide to the president on media affairs, affirms the launch ceremony.

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Below is the speech by President Buhari at the commissioning ceremony of Nigerian Naval Ships, Unity, Karaduwa and Tugboat Commander Edwin Ugwu, which held at the Naval Dockyard Victoria Island, Lagos.

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I am delighted to be in your midst today to witness thecommissioning ceremony of Nigerian Navy Ships UNITY and KARADUWA as well as the Nigerian Navy Tugboat COMMANDER EDWIN UGWU, which are about to be added to the Nigerian Navyfleet. The event of today is significant for a number of reasons.

2. First, it is most fulfilling to note that our own engineers at theNigerian Navy Dockyard, Lagos and the Naval Shipyard, PortHarcourt are wholly responsible for the building of the SeawardDefence Boat, Nigerian Navy Ship KARADUWA and the Tugboat COMMANDER EDWIN UGWU, respectively.

It is also worth notingthat NNS UNITY, which is Nigeria’s newest warship, is the second ofsuch acquisitions from the Peoples’ Republic of China and is a productof Nigeria’s growing relationship with China.

3. I take this opportunity to pay tribute to this friendship, especiallyin acknowledgement of the mutually helpful military cooperation, ofwhich the Nigerian Navy has been a major beneficiary. I recall withprofound appreciation the gesture of the Chinese Government indonating an offshore patrol boat to the Navy at the time of takingdelivery of the sister ship of Nigerian Navy Unity last year. 1

4. Hence, I cannot but commend the business dependability ofChina Shipbuilding & Offshore International Company Limited, thebuilders of these Offshore Patrol Vessels for seeing to a conclusiveand successful execution of the contracts. In the same vein, I enjointheir local partners to share in this commendation for their efforts atlocal facilitation.

5. The Nigerian Navy has shown great foresight in nurturing thevision for this ship and her sister ship. It is even more heartwarmingthat you have not confined your efforts to having recourse to foreignsources alone, but have braced up to take your destiny in your ownhands by embarking on aggressive local complement provision toassemble your fleet.

The Federal Government expects no less fromyou as looking inwards is the way to go amidst a uniquely challengingmix of recession and rising acute security concerns.

6. The prevailing situation is not new given the intimate connectionsbetween economic prosperity and security. For a littoral state withhuge dependence on her offshore resources, maritime security is vitalto the nation’s well-being. Today you are afforded increased defencecapacity.

This empowerment also enhances your role as instrumentsof diplomacy and leadership in the region and credible standing on the global stage. The Navy’s impressive strides in the area of continuedfight against maritime security threats like piracy, oil theft, illegalbunkering and pipeline vandalism are well known.

7. As a truly national service, I commend your involvement andcontribution in the on-going fight against insurgency in the North East.

The Navy is also envisaged to play a critical role in upcomingcontinental programmes such as the development of sustainable blueeconomy for Africa adopted and signed by the African Union in October 2016. The commissioning of these platforms is to emboldenyou to sustain and expand your capacity and remit.

8. The Federal Government will continue to provide yourrequirements within the limits of our resources. Our administration isunwavering in prioritizing the commitment, readiness and willingnesstowards strengthening the Navy through improved training, provision of modern equipment, infrastructure and attention to welfare.

I hasten however to remind you that we are at a critical period when thecountry faces dwindling revenues. The moment therefore calls forprudent resource management and patriotic re-dedication. I am accordingly encouraged by the steps you have taken so far.

9. The entrenchment of new policy directives codified in suchfunctional documents as the 2011 - 2020 Transformation Plan, FiveYear Quick Impact Strategic Plan and the Total Spectrum Strategy arecredible guidelines for improved efficiency. I urge you to keep it up.

10. Your Excellencies, distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen,once again I thank you for making this event a memorable one. My gratitude goes to all the friends of Nigeria and the Nigerian Navy for making it a success. I congratulate the leadership of Nigerian Navy, itsofficers, men and civilian staff for their dedication and patriotism.

11. Thank you, God bless you and like it is said in Navy parlance“Onward Together” and wishing you the very best."

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Top Rich Probiotic Foods and it’s Health Benefits

TOP RICH PROBIOTIC FOODS AND ITS BENEFITS.

Probiotics are “live microorganisms, that when administered in adequate amounts, confer a health benefit on the host”.

Through the years, many other definitions have been suggested, but this definition is most broadly accepted in the scientific community.

Why Probiotics?

Scientists are learning more each day about the role of microbes in keeping people healthy and the multitude of health benefits associated with consuming the right type and levels of probiotic microbes.

Research has suggested that probiotic bacteria can:

Improve digestive function

Reduce diarrhea associated with antibiotic therapy

Help reduce the risk of certain acute common infectious diseases

Improve tolerance to lactose

Enhance immune function

Reduce crying time in colicky babies

Some studies also report that certain probiotics can play a role in reducing the development of allergy in children, decrease Helicobacter pylori colonization of the stomach and manage relapse of some inflammatory bowel conditions.

Here are some Top Rich Probiotic Foods and its benefits :-

1. Yogurt

One of the best probiotic foods is live-cultured yogurt, especially handmade. Look for brands made from goat’s milk that have been infused with extra forms of probiotics like lactobacillus or acidophilus. Goat’s milk and cheese are particularly high in probiotics like thermophillus, bifudus, bulgaricus and acidophilus. Be sure to read the ingredients list, as not all yogurt is made equally. Many popular brands are filled with high fructose corn syrup, artificial sweeteners and artificial flavors and are way too close to being a nutritional equivalent of sugary, fatty ice cream.

2. Kefir

Similar to yogurt, this fermented dairy product is a unique combination of goat’s milk and fermented kefir grains. High in lactobacilli and bifidus bacteria, kefir is also rich in antioxidants. Look for a good, organic version at your local health food shop.

3. Sauerkraut

Made from fermented cabbage (and sometimes other vegetables), sauerkraut is not only extremely rich in healthy live cultures, but might also help with reducing allergy symptoms. Sauerkraut is also rich in vitamins B, A, E and C.

4. Dark Chocolate

Probiotics can be added to high-quality dark chocolate, up to four times the amount of probiotics as many forms of dairy. This is only one of the health benefits of chocolate.

5. Microalgae

This refers to super-food ocean-based plants such as spirulina, chorella, and blue-green algae. These probiotic foods have been shown to increase the amount of both Lactobacillus and bifidobacteria in the digestive tract. They also offer the most amount of energetic return, per ounce, for the human system.

6. Miso Soup

Miso is one the main-stays of traditional Japanese medicine and is commonly used in macrobiotic cooking as a digestive regulator. Made from fermented rye, beans, rice or barley, adding a tablespoon of miso to some hot water makes an excellent, quick, probiotic-rich soup, full of lactobacilli and bifidus bacteria.

Beyond its important live cultures, miso is extremely nutrient-dense and believed to help neutralize the effects of environmental pollution, alkalinize the body and stop the effects of carcinogens in the system.

7. Pickles

Believe it or not, the common green pickle is an excellent food source of probiotics. Try making your own home-made pickles in the sun. Here’s a great set of instructions for making your own probiotic-rich dill pickles.

8. Tempeh

A great substitute for meat or tofu, tempeh is a fermented, probiotic-rich grain made from soy beans. A great source of vitamin B12, this vegetarian food can be sauteed, baked or eaten crumbled on salads. If prepared correctly, tempeh is also very low in salt, which makes it an ideal choice for those on a low-sodium diet.

9. Kimchi

An Asian form of pickled sauerkraut, kimchi is an extremely spicy and sour fermented cabbage, typically served alongside meals in Korea. Besides beneficial bacteria, Kimchi is also a great source of beta-carotene, calcium, iron and vitamins A, C, B1 and B2. Kimchi is one of the best probiotic foods you can add to your diet, assuming you can handle the spice, of course.

10. Kombucha Tea

Kombucha is a form of fermented tea that contains a high amount of healthy gut bacteria. This probiotic drink has been used for centuries and is believed to help increase your energy, enhance your well being and maybe even help you lose weight. However, kombucha tea may not be the best fit for everyone, especially those that have had problems with candida.

Thanks for reading Health Article about Top Rich Probiotic Foods and its benefits, kindly share this with your near & dear.

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Pastor who turned cold water into hot water, given chieftaincy title in Niger state

Bishop Sam arriving for the turbaning ceremony













Bishop Sam chatting with NTA's Muhammed Kudu Abubakar who was also turbaned alonside him




Turbaning ceremony

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Imo state governor's wife revealed to be in charge of four state ministries

According to reports from vanguard, the wife of the Imo state governor, Mrs Nneoma Nkechi Okorocha, is currently heading and running four government ministries in the state.

Mrs Okorocha runs four ministries in Imo state

The revelation was made when the correspondent chapel of Imo state, honoured the governor's wife with the 'Most Outstanding Governor's Wife' award in Owerri, Imo state, recently.

The representative of Governor Rochas Okorocha, George Etche who is the Secretary to the state government (SSG), said Mrs Okorocha controls the “Women Affairs, Works, Health, as well as the office of the Secretary to the State Government.”

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Etche also said Mrs Okorocha deserves to be honoured with the 'Nobel peace prize'. He said:

“We should thank God Almighty for giving us Owelle Rochas Okorocha who has offered us free education at all levels. We should also thank God for giving us his wife, Nkechi Okorocha, for putting smiles in the faces of the less privileged in the state. It is difficult to see first ladies do this kind of thing. You see that over 200 widows have gotten houses in Imo State.”

Accepting the award, Mrs Okorocha spoke about her pet project She Needs a Roof Project (SNARP) which is designed to build houses for widows and disadvantaged people in Imo state. She said:

“I am doing this because of humanity. I am pregnant with something. I have a dream one day we will move around communities and we will not find people living in bad condition or in a house without roof.”

She also narrated how a widow died shortly after benefitting from one of their projects:

“Hours we left, she was pointing at the SNARP project, meaning that she should be taken into the house and that night she was taken into the house, on our way that night we were told that mama has joined her ancestors."

Expressing her joy she said:

“I am happy that this award is coming from a group that has key into my vision. The only way Imo can be better is to have a media that can understand they have a part to play in the role of development of the state. I discovered that with Imo journalists there is hope for Imo state.”

Nice one!

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Rivers Rerun: Wike deals police dirty slap, turns down critical request Rivers Rerun: Wike deals police dirty slap, turns down critical request

- Rivers governor, Nyesom Wike, has said he would not have a part in the ongoing investigations of electoral malpractice at the last election rerun

- Wike said he will not assist the police in the investigations concerning fraud in the last election rerun within the state.

- The governor also challenged INEC to release outstanding results

Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers state, has said he will not assist the police in theongoing investigation on electoral fraud carried out during the rerun legislative election in the state.

Wike stated this at the thanksgiving organized by the Peoples Democratic Party, PDP.

The Governor said his decision was based on the negligence of the Police High Command, whom he accused of deliberately ignoring the alarm raised by the state government.

Governor Wike also challenged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), to release result of Rivers South-East to ascertain the winner of the election.

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Meanwhile, Wike has described the alleged audio tape where he threatened an electoral official during the legislative rerun election as crap.

The governor who described the audio recordings as the handiwork of his detractors stated this while speaking with newsmen in Port Harcourt on Saturday, December 17.

“Have I not said it before that if you come to Rivers to rig you should prepare your will? Have I not said it? So what is it about threatening to kill electoral officials?” he said.

He equally added that his party, the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) will challenge the victory of Senator Magnus Abe at the court.

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