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Jordan Peterson once said, "Make your bed." As short and simple as that quote is, it is important. If you wake up daily feeling sad or in a bad mood, sometimes no one's fault but yours. Walk with me. Your habits or daily routine, no matter how small, may affect your mood.

You hear these frequently; stop doomscrolling and resist the urge to check your phone first thing in the morning. This advice may be inconvenient, but it is for your good. Aside from making your bed, here are other habits you should practice:

Wake up at a consistent time

Your day starts the moment you wake up. Yours can be as early as 3 am or 8 am; regardless of what it may be, waking up early is a sign of discipline. Rising early might feel bothersome, but this habit is an effective way to condition your mind. Use an alarm, If you can't wake yourself up at a consistent time.

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Waking up at a consistent time every day can positively impact your health, this includes:

• Good sleep.
• Ability to concentrate more.
• Better digestion.
• Reduced pain.
• Increased productivity

A regular sleep routine can enhance your mood and leave you happier and more content.

Exercise

Exercise is a net positive for you, it's a simple fact backed by science. Interestingly there are multiple types of exercise and going to the gym isn’t compulsory. At home, you can select an exercise routine, simple and slightly difficult, follow the routine and keep your body healthy.

Regular exercise can help improve physical health, and improve mood.

Digital Detox

Giving your time off screen is a good idea. On average, we 3 to 4 hours a day on our phones this means you're exposing yourself to complications like eye strain, depression and anxiety. To keep yourself in a good mood, it can be advisable to take a walk than to watch another TikTok video. Your phone is a good source of information but absorbing information without action is damaging, mentally and emotionally.

J. Cole takes the mature route after dissing Kendrick Lamar on his freestyle, 7 Minute Drill, explaining how terrible the diss track made him feel.

Last month, the world witnessed Kendrick Lamar's rage in his feature on Metro Booming and Future's 'Like That,' the song featured on their joint album WE DON'T TRUST YOU. After the album dropped, rap fans knew the divide it would cause in the game, so they began to compare the diss to Captain America's Civil Wars.

The beef between Drake and Kendrick has always been a few jabs with no actual harm but recently on Drake's First Person Shooter J. Cole referred to himself, Kendrick and J. Cole as the big three - unfortunately that didn't sit well with Kendrick. How did Kendrick Lamar reply, with this:

J Cole took offence to the jab by Kendrick and decided to release a surprise album titled 'Might Delete Later.' On this album, J Cole had something to say to Kendrick, calling it a warning shot.

Realizing what he had done, J. Cole took the mature approach by apologising for the beef. During his show at the Dreamville Festival, Cole called his response  "lame" and "goofy."

"I am so proud of that project except for one part. It's one part of that shit that makes me feel like that's one of the lamest shit I have did in my fucking life," Cole said.

"I was conflicted because I know my heart and I know the two rappers I have been blessed to stand beside...I won't lie to you all, I moved in a way I feel spiritually bad...I try to keep it friendly but at the end of the day when I listen to it and when I see the talk, that shit doesn't sit well with me and it disrupts my spirit."

As an African, if you have family abroad, it is by default that you think they are living comfortably abroad. It's one of the promises we make to ourselves when we apply for visas.

Reality hits differently when we travel and see the world with our eyes, and it is sad that those back home don't see the same thing. A Nigerian TikTok user posted a video called Miss Yusuf.

Miss Yusuf argues why Africans who travel abroad for "greener pastures" remain poor. Her argument points out certain mistakes, including behaviour and perspective.

She claims people create a false perception or identity of themselves when they travel abroad, which makes people back home think they're something they're not.

According to her, when some travel abroad, they include country flags in their names, post pictures with designers, and create false personas that diverge from reality. This makes people think they must be rich, so they bill (ask for money).

They work double but can't keep up to sustain this deceptive lifestyle. While this seems harmless, she warns against living such a life.

Watch the video below:

Here are some replies:

callie_segura said; “This why moving in silence is so important!!!”

chikepaschal said; “IF THEY BILL YOU BLOCK THEM.”

George sh said; “My girlfriend told me to stop all this billing st and focus more on myself and I’m happy I c.”

somethinghungry girl said; “Someone once told me it’s better to spend money on your self and dress up than to save. I just smh.”

Noekie + said; “my parents came in the late 80s in New York. it was no time to be showing off.”

Education is the cornerstone of development, empowering individuals and societies to thrive. It is the process by which the younger generation are prepared for the future and the passing down of the moral values of the society from one generation to another. 

However, in Nigeria, the issue of out-of-school children poses a significant challenge to this fundamental right. Via this article, we will be looking into the state in Nigeria with the highest number of out-of-school children, exploring the factors contributing to this phenomenon and the efforts undertaken to address it.

Education plays a pivotal role in shaping the future of individuals and communities. It not only enhances cognitive abilities but also fosters critical thinking and problem-solving skills essential for socio-economic development.

Factors Contributing to Out-of-School Children

Several factors contribute to the high number of out-of-school children in Nigeria, including poverty, cultural norms, insecurity, and inadequate infrastructure. These challenges greatly affect marginalized communities, hindering access to quality Education.

Here is a list of Ten states in Nigeria with the highest rate of out of school children.

1. Kebbi: 67.6%
2. Sokoto: 66.4%
3. Yobe: 62.9%
4. Zamfara: 61.3%
5. Bauchi: 55.7%
6. Borno: 54.2%
7. Jigawa: 51.1%
8. Gombe: 48%
9. Katsina: 45.9%
10. Niger: 42.8%
11. Kano: 39.2%
12. Taraba: 28.8%
13. Nasarawa: 25.4%
14. Plateau: 23.2%
15. Kwara: 22%
16. Kaduna: 21.9%
17. Adamawa: 21.7%
18. Oyo: 20.9%
19. Ogun: 20.5%
20. Benue: 18.4%
21. Ebonyi: 16.7%
22. Ondo: 13.8%
23. Osun: 12.8%
24. FCT: 12.8%
25. Edo: 11.3%
26. Akwa Ibom: 10.6%
27. Kogi: 10.2%
28. Delta: 9.3%
29. Rivers: 7.7%
30. Cross River: 7.6%
31. Enugu: 7.5%
32. Bayelsa: 7.4%
33. Lagos: 6.4%
34. Abia: 5.6%
35. Ekiti: 5.1%
36. Imo: 5.1%
37. Anambra: 2.9%

Why is it important to address this issue?

Ensuring that every child has access to education is not just a moral obligation but also a crucial step towards building a better society. Education empowers children, equips them with essential skills, and opens up opportunities for a brighter future. By addressing the issue of out-of-school children, we can break the cycle of poverty, reduce social inequalities, and foster economic growth.

Finding Solutions to this problem;

Governments, non-governmental organizations, communities, and individuals must come together to address the barriers to education and create an inclusive and accessible learning environment.

Remember, education is a powerful tool that can transform lives and build a brighter future. Together, we can work towards reducing the number of out-of-school children and creating a society where every child has the opportunity to learn and thrive.

Amongst the numerous ways of finding solution to this grave problem that has been affecting the Nigerian society, an event is being held to curb this problem and some other issues affecting Nigeria at large.

Warri Boys Association

On the 27th April, 2024, Warri Boys Association will be hosting an event to raise one billion naira to help out of school children, rehabilitate drug abusers, skill acquisition and for its multipurpose complex. Location: Radisson Blu Hotel, GRA, Lagos. Call the numbers in the flyer for more info.

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We all agree the internet sometimes can make you feel seen, heard or give voice to the voiceless but with all that benefits comes the risk.

While it is easy to find your community or gain a platform, it is also easy to get destroyed. Stalkers and Hacker constantly monitoring to get every little details about your life or worst - Big Tech!

Tech companies tasked to keep you safe on the internet are looking for data to profit off you. The benefits of the internet or social media can be from being at the top of your class in school or being 6ft under - there are countless stories.

To keep yourself safe and protected online and offline, take your power to your hands. Read carefully and practice these 10 things you shouldn't post on the internet.

1. Your home address

Either written or unwritten, it is a common knowledge that you shouldn't doxx individuals on the internet. For you, that means do not post your home address. Be mindful of the pictures you take, conversations you have, whatever can make it easy for anyone to locate you avoid putting it on the internet.

2. Your current location

Same as the first, it is always advisable to “post where you've been and not where you are.” A lot of people ignorantly think this rule applies to those with ops but here's a shocker we all have ops. Just like they say, better safe than sorry.

3. Full Government Issued ID

The boss level of individual data scrappers are your IDs, specifically those issued by the government. In Nigeria, if someone have your NIN or BVN it is very easy to ruin your life. I just can't fathom all crimes that can be committed with your identity.

4. Passwords

When having conversations in DMs, you can be so moved by the conversation or individual and be compelled to handout your secret password - please don't. These kinds of information need to be shared with extra layer of protection and keep in mind what I told you about government issued ID.

5. Flight Plans/Tickets

Be a Nigerian when it comes to this. Only tell people you've landed hours or days later. It can be a fun and exciting news to let people know you're traveling from a Point A to Point B but this kind of information are better kept secrets. This also involves tickets, don't post images or details of your tickets. When taken travel pictures be mindful the details you end up posting, screen twice of necessary.

6. Intimate Photos

Sadly, we live in a world of leaks; personal data or bedroom photos can easily be leaked as it is easy to share. Unless there’s 100% unbreakable trust it is always advised not to, for any reason share this category of photos.

This is obviously an advice and to all adults, you are capable of making your own decisions as long as you're aware of the risk. Please share to others!

This is to notify the general public that Warri Boys Social and Welfare Society, aka Warri Bays Association Lagos is to be officially launched alongside a One Billion Naira appeal fund raising to build a multipurpose complex in Warri and to be named UNITY HOUSE. The complex will have three units that will be involved with the under listed:

1. Taking children off the street and getting them back to school
2. A drug rehabilitation center for drug addicts
3. A skill acquisition center for the unemployed youths

Date: 27th April 2024

Venue: The Radisson Blu, 38/40 Isaac John Street Ikeja GRA

Time: 12 Noon

EXPECTED AT THE EVENT ARE:

• The Executive Governor of Lagos State

• The Executive Governor of Delta State

• Olorogun Oskar Ibru - The Grand Patron of the Project

• Bishop Anthony Ewehrido - The Arch Bishop of Warri Catholic Diocese

• Rev Fr (Dr) Ognenejode Abaka

In Attendance, we will have

• His Royal Majesty Ogiame Atuwatse 111, The Olu of Warri

• His Royal Highness Oboro-Gbaraun 11, Aketekpe Agadagba, The Pere of Gbaramatu Kingdom

• HRH (Dr) Emmanuel Ekemejewa Sideso Abe 1 The Ovie of Uwvie Kingdom

• His Royal Majesty Ogheneochuko Eyekpimi The Orosuen of Okere/Urhobo Kingdom

• His Royal Majesty Felix Mujakperuo CFR MNI Orhue 1, The Orodje of Okpe Kingdom

Signed: DEDEKU ONOME JON (Secretary Planning Committee)

Contacts for Enquiries:

Dafe Sama - 08035188038

Francis Obeh - 08037259784

Onome Dedeku Jon - 07032214361

Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc (GTCO) has announced dates for the 2024 GTCO "Food and Drink Festival," which is scheduled to take place from Friday, April 26 to Sunday, April 28 at its GTCentre, Oniru, Victoria Island, Lagos. The countdown to the Seventh (7th) edition of the much anticipated culinary festival in Nigeria and Africa at large has begun.
The GTCO Food and Drink Festival is widely regarded as the largest food and drink festival on the continent, bringing millions of food enthusiasts and entrepreneurs in a dynamic celebration of flavours, scents, and cultures that honour Africa's rich and varied culinary tradition.

Through the duration of the three days, guests will be treated to a wide variety of delicious culinary services, ranging from creative global fusion cuisines to classic African food. The festival will also have hundreds of food entrepreneurs displaying an extensive variety of appetizing goods, live culinary demos, and tasting sessions.

Talking about the 2024 GTCO Food and Drink Festival, the Group Chief Executive Officer of Guaranty Trust Holding Company Plc, Segun Agbaje, said, “We are delighted to bring to our customers, exhibitors, and food lovers from across Africa and beyond, another edition of an event that is a celebration of not just food, but of the rich tapestry of cultures and traditions that make African cuisine so unique. Our vision for curating this consumer-focused event is unchanging, particularly in light of the pressures that individuals and businesses are facing at this time. We hope to consistently create memorable moments for everyone, whilst providing a free, vibrant, and commercially viable platform for small food businesses in Nigeria to grow and thrive.”

The GTCO Food and Drink Festival is widely recognized for its family-friendly atmosphere in addition to its gastronomic options. The festival will be a memorable occasion for the whole family thanks to the organizers’ careful selection of kid-friendly events this year. The little ones will be occupied with games, interactive displays, and other activities in a specially created play area. A brand-new, exciting addition to the fair will be a children’s baking workshop. This will provide young, budding cooks a fantastic chance to learn about the pleasures of baking while also encouraging their creativity and self-assurance in the kitchen. In an enjoyable and encouraging setting, kids can let out their inner chef and learn essential cooking skills by creating their own special delicacies or decorating cupcakes and more.

According to the Advanced English dictionary, Life Expectancy refers to an expected time to live as calculated on the basis of statistical probabilities.

Human life expectancy has increased in the past years, but irrespective of this increase, huge disparities exist. Sadly, many African countries find themselves on the lower end of this spectrum. While the average life expectancy for humans has increased significantly on a global scale, there’s still a noticeable gap in average life expectancies between different countries and largely among African countries.

According to the above table, Chad has the lowest life expectancy at 52.5 years, followed by the most populated black country in the world, Nigeria at 52.7 years, and the Central African Republic at 53.9 years.

It is not just luck that determines life expectancy, factors like race, how much money you have, gender, and where you live all play a crucial role in determining your life expectancy.

According to the World Bank, research has it that countries that spend more on healthcare tend to have higher rates of life expectancy. To increase healthy living and increase these expectancies, many countries have emphasized primary health care, including immunization, sanitation, access to safe drinking water, and safe motherhood initiatives.
From the research findings, it was discovered that in Africa, life expectancy varied widely across different countries in the continent due to factors like access to healthcare, economic development, and prevalence of diseases in those countries.

Countries with the Highest Life Expectancy in the World

The countries ranked with the longest expected life spans were countries in Asia and Europe, with Japan, Lichtenstein, Switzerland and South Korea all topping the list at 84 years.

Nigerian rapper and actor Tobechukwu Ejiofor professionally known as Illbliss has described why he took a break from music.

In an interview with HipTV, the rapper revealed his wife had birth complications during the pregnancy of their second daughter.

“We rushed to the hospital and they said it was about to be a miscarriage. I abandoned that album. I just went from one hospital to the other. My child survived but it was a lot of drama. She is three and a half years now. And my first daughter came after eight years of marriage. Two of my kids came to this world very dramatically. So I took time off to be a dad. To just take it all in. Try and spend time and raise these kids," he said. 

He also explained that during this sabbatical with music, he took the opportunity to diversify: “Also, I was trying to find diversification. So I moved into television as well. I had done ‘King Of Boys’ a year before then and I just felt like I needed to produce more; shoot more films, documentaries and get into spaces where I could still express myself artistically without just putting out music. So, I took a break from music. All of these is what has been happening in the last four years.”

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Adekugbe Adetunji Adegbola is a renowned IT professional and specialist. He specialises in web and software development, as well as networking.

Adetunji was born on March 8th, 1980, in Lagos Island, Lagos, Nigeria. Adetunji's childhood dream was to become a doctor, but instead, he found IT, helping individuals, SMEs, and brands in the digital space.

Adekugbe Adegbola hails from Ondo State; his father, Adekugbe Robert, was a banker before he passed away at 82. Adetunji attended Lerato College, Ifako Ijaye, Lagos State, before proceeding to the University of Ilorin, Kwara State, for his degree in B.Edu. Chemistry.

While in school, Adetunji knew the future trajectory, so he sought IT-based knowledge. He taught himself how to code, develop, and design websites, and he also taught himself how to use tools like C#, Asp.net, WordPress, MySQL, and PHP.

In 2003, Adekugbe Adetunji began his career at Class Internet Solutions as a network administrator before freelancing at Lion House as a network/system administrator in April 2011. He exited the company in February 2015.

Since leaving Lion House, Adekugbe Adetunji has gone on a journey to mentor the next generation of IT experts working in companies and institutions like Syncrev Technology, Aptech Computer Education, Nigeria (Centre Manager), and the College of Vocational Study (Computer Science/Engineering Lecturer), while also being a project manager at Programos Software. Currently he serve as the Technical Lead of Techeconomy.

Adekugbe Adegbola is married to Adekugbe Ibironke and is the proud father of Adekugbe Adedayo. Beyond work hours, he partakes in hobbies like reading, researching, football, music, the arts, and travelling.