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Scientists create Self-destructive mosquitoes

Jun 27, 2018 topnews

In desperate bid to eradicate malaria, Bill Gates has donated $4.1 million to a lab creating mosquitoes that self-destruct by producing offspring that dies before reaching adulthood. Scientists at British biotech firm Oxitec are infecting female mosquitoes (the only ones that bite) with a hereditary gene that means their offspring cannot survive outside a lab. They have seen success with Aedes aegypti mosquitoes, which spread Zika, reducing their populations in some regions by up to 90 percent. But now, they plan to identify a new gene to infect malaria-carrying Anopheles mosquitoes,…

Woman dumps her 12-day-old baby in pit latrine

Jun 27, 2018 topnews

Amudalat Taiwo, aged 21, has been arrested by the Ogun State police command, for dumping her 12-day-old baby inside a pit toilet. The incident occurred on June 20, at 28, Isheri Street Ilaro. Taiwo was said to have thrown the baby into the pit because she could not cater for the newborn. It was gathered that Taiwo was apprehended following reports from her landlord, Oshunshina Olawale, who went to urinate at the wee hours of the day only to hear cries of a baby inside the latrine. Olawale was said…

Fayemi accuses Fayose of producing election materials in Govt House

Jun 27, 2018 topnews

Dr. Kayode Fayemi, APC candidate for the forthcoming Ekiti state gubernatorial election, has accused Governor Ayodele Fayose of producing sensitive election materials at the Government House. Fayemi in Ado Ekiti on Tuesday said the governor in conjunction with some named officials of the electoral body were plotting to compromise the July 14 election. The former minister of Mines and Steel development listed three officials of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC of collaborating with the governor in the alleged plot. While calling on the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to call its…

Oby Ezekwesili assaulted by Presidential Guards

Jun 27, 2018 topnews

Former Minister of Education, Dr Oby Ezekwesili was allegedly assaulted yesterday by security operatives attached to the State House in Abuja, alongside members of the #Bring Back Our Girls BBOG movement during a protest denouncing the perceived indifference of the Federal Government to the wave of killings across the country. The protesters had earlier disclosed of their readiness to march on to the State House, but they were stopped by armed security operatives at the gate of the villa. In a petition addressed to President Muhammadu Buhari, Ezekwesili said: “Having…

Senator Abaribe released on bail

Jun 27, 2018 topnews

Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe, lawmaker representing the Abia South Senatorial District, has been released on bail by the Department of State Services (DSS). Abaribe’s lawyer, Chukwuma-Machukwu Ume, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, confirmed the release. Asked if there was any condition attached to the bail, Ume said, “No condition except that he should be showing up from time to time. There is nothing more.” A statement issued by the media aide read, “About 6.32pm on Tuesday, June 26, 2018, Senator Enyinnaya Abaribe walked into freedom after five days in the DSS…

Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde Listed Among Members of Oscars

Jun 27, 2018 topnews

Veteran Nollywood actress, Omotola Jalade-Ekeinde, popularly known as ‘Omosexy’ was on Monday alongside other international actors such as Tiffany Haddash, Daniel Kaluuya, Jada Pinkett Smith, invited to become a member of the Academy of Motion Pictures Arts and Science popularly known as the Oscars. Reports reveal that Omosexy is listed among the record-breaking 928 members to be admitted this year. The Academy invites notable industry professionals ranging from Actors to Writers, and two categories, Members-at-Large and Associates to accommodate individuals who have no defined branches in motion picture. It is…

Super Eagles Crash Out of Russia 2018 After Rojo Stunner

Jun 26, 2018 topnews

Lionel Messi’s Argentina will be in the World Cup’s knockout rounds, but it was Marcos Rojo who was the unlikeliest of heroes. Marcos Rojo was Argentina’s unlikely hero as his stunning late winner secured a 2-1 defeat of Nigeria that keeps Lionel Messi’s side in the World Cup. The Super Eagles were heading through to the last 16 at Argentina’s expense with four minutes to go of the final Group D game, but Rojo’s sensational low volley saved Jorge Sampaoli’s men and set up a showdown with France in the…

Kidnapped teenage girls lament -We sleep with more than 15 men each daily and given N500

Jun 26, 2018 topnews

Two teenage girls that were raped, tortured and videotaped by five men in Ondo town, Ondo state were again kidnapped and forced into prostitution by the wife of one of the suspected rapist. Narrating their ordeal, the teenage girls alleged that they were forced to sleep with more than 15 men daily and paid N500 each by the owner of the hotel in Ogun state. The whereabouts of the teenage girls had remained unknown since the first day they appeared in court for the case. The suspects who are in…

Plateau killings was in retaliation for lost 300 cows — Miyetti Allah

Jun 26, 2018 topnews

The attacks on some communities in Plateau State as been described by Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria, MACBAN, as an act of retaliation over the killing of 300 cows belonging to its members. Suspected herdsmen had on Saturday night, through Sunday, attacked Riyom, Barakin Ladi and Jos South local government areas of the state, killing over 100 persons, though the Police confirmed 86. Miyetti Allah’s statement came yesterday, as fresh attacks on Kwi village in Riyom local government area claimed one more life in the early hours, despite…

Persistent stress can lead to blindness -study

Jun 26, 2018 topnews

Existing research as well as a new analysis of clinical reports suggests that “stress is both consequence and cause of vision loss.” The findings indicate that clinicians should refrain from adding any unnecessary stress to their patients, and that reducing stress may help to restore vision. Prolonged stress may lead to a range of eye health issues, as well as worsening existing ones, suggests a new study. When a person loses their eyesight, they may experience a high level of mental stress in the form of worries and anxiety about…