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Janet Ogundepo Seasoned eye experts have warned mothers against putting breastmilk into the eyes of their children when they have conjunctivitis, popularly known as Apollo. They explained that breastmilk contains a natural sugar called lactose, which feeds the microorganisms causing Apollo, enabling them to thrive and worsening the eye condition. The consultant ophthalmologists decried traditional eye practices, such as applying breastmilk, cow urine or onion juice to the eyes, stating that such practices can cause more harm than good. In separate interviews with PUNCH Healthwise, the experts said several cases of excessive eye discharge and redness had been clinically reported after the…

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has called on the top echelons of the state’s civil service to continue to hold integrity and accountability in high esteem, lead by example, and live up to expectations as they discharge their statutory duties. Abiodun gave the charge on Tuesday while declaring open a five-day training on “Strategic Leadership and Management Course” for top civil servants in the state. The event was held at Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona School of Governance Studies, Olabisi Onabanjo University, Ago Iwoye, Ogun State. Top civil servants at the training included permanent secretaries, principals-general, general managers, clerks of the…

Former Super Eagles captain Mikel Obi has praised Manchester City star Kevin De Bruyne following the announcement of his retirement, Soccernet.ng reports. Last week, De Bruyne announced that he would be leaving Manchester City at the end of the season, and that has generated a buzz in the football world. The Belgian has been a big success for the Cityzens, playing a big role in their most successful era. De Bruyne has spent ten years at Manchester City, and he has provided 106 goals and 176 assists in 414 appearances. However, he has been struggling with injuries and loss of…

A Federal Capital Territory High Court in Abuja on Tuesday awarded the sum of N100m in general damages against Louisville Girls Secondary School, Gwagwalada, for negligence of duty of care which led to the death of a student. Mr Ifeanyi Ikpeatusim had sued the school for negligence that resulted in the death of his 9-year-old daughter, Kamzie, In the suit marked CV/1738/18, Ikpeatusim alleged that the school’s failure to provide adequate medical attention after Kamzie who fell ill shortly after her admission and resumption in the school led to her untimely death. Kamzie, who was admitted as a boarding student…

  Record FA Cup Champions, Arsenal, have featured Nigerian rapper, Odumodublvck, in their promo video ahead of their UEFA Champions League quarter-final clash against Real Madrid, Soccernet.ng reports. The “Declan Rice” Crooner has been in and around the football scene, largely due to his hit song featuring the name of the Arsenal midfielder. The song was used to unveil Rice as an Arsenal player when he joined the Gunners from West Ham two seasons ago. Additionally, Odumodu played in a football charity game hosted by Super Eagles captain William Troost-Ekong last year. The game raised money for the less privileged…

Sodiq Ojuroungbe Nutrition experts have warned that individuals who consume high volumes of salt are at a higher risk of heart attacks and strokes. They noted that recent discoveries reveal that, beyond the well-known link between salt and high blood pressure, damage to the cardiovascular system can begin even before someone develops hypertension. Speaking exclusively with PUNCH Healthwise, the experts explained that the cumulative impact of excess sodium in the diet can alter the body’s vascular system, stiffening the arteries and causing them to lose flexibility. This, they added, could restrict blood flow and lead to long-term cardiovascular issues. Even in…

D’Tigers forward, Devine Eke, says Nigerian champions Rivers Hoopers still have a special place in his heart despite completing a move to Senegal’s ASC Ville de Dakar ahead of the Basketball Africa League Sahara Conference, PUNCH Sports Extra reports. Eke was Hoopers’ fourth signing for the BAL last season, and he combined well with the likes of Kelvin Amayo, Will Perry, and other players to help the Nigerian champions to a third-place finish. The 28-year-old averaged 16.6 points and 11.3 rebounds per game for Hoopers last season, which earned him a place on the All-BAL second team. Ahead of this…

Borussia Dortmund are considering a permanent deal for Chelsea midfielder Carney Chukwuemeka following his impressive performances since joining the Bundesliga side on loan in January, Soccernet.ng reports. The 21-year-old moved to Dortmund on a six-month loan for a reported fee of just under €2.5 million—a significant figure considering his limited game time at Chelsea. Injured at the start of his stint in Germany, Chukwuemeka has quickly caught the eye since returning to fitness, prompting Dortmund officials to explore the option of keeping him beyond the summer. Carney Chukwuemeka scores his first Dortmund goal on his first start pic.twitter.com/ANmMbLgQ0A —…

The Federal Government has marked 700 properties for demolition for the Lagos-Calabar Highway project. Lagos State Controller of Works, Mrs Olukorede Kesha, disclosed this at a stakeholders’ meeting on the ongoing Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway project. According to her, the number was significantly lower than initial estimates. “Instead of having to demolish about 1,500 houses, we took the most economical route. Now we are left with less than 700 houses to be demolished,” she said. She lauded the pace and planning of the project, stating that Section 1 of the Lagos-Calabar Coastal Highway, which is 47 plus 400 kilometres, was…

Vice President Kashim Shettima on Tuesday directed the members and Board of Directors of the Nigerian Independent System Operator Limited to ensure the stability, reliability and security of the national grid. He urged them to maintain the highest standards of integrity and expertise in carrying out their duties of ensuring seamless generation, transmission and distribution of electricity nationwide. Shettima gave the marching orders when he inaugurated the newly constituted Board of Directors of NISO at the Presidential Villa, Abuja. Senior Special Assistant on Media and Communication to the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, revealed details of the meeting in a statement…