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Vegetables, foods rich in Vitamin K can reduce risk of dementia

A new study has revealed consuming vegetables and other foods rich in Vitamin K can help to reduce the risk of dementia.

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Sickle Cell Foundation opposes creation of Sickle Cell agency, faults Bill

The Sickle Cell Foundation, a non-governmental organisation dedicated to the proper care and control of sickle cell disease in Nigeria, has kicked against the bill seeking for the establishment of a Sickle Cell agency.

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Expert warns Children with Type 1 Diabetes not on Insulin may go blind

A Paediatric Endocrinologist at the Lagos University Teaching Hospital, Idi-Araba, Dr. Elizabeth Oyenusi, has advised parents that have children living with Type 1 diabetes to ensure they take their insulin regularly.

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Cross River govt to Vaccinate 900,000 Children against Polio

The Cross River State Government says no fewer than 900,000 children between the ages of 0-59 months have been targeted for vaccination against poliomyelitis Type 2.

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Third Vessel Lost In Strait Of Hormuz

The GFS Pride and Cape Dao sank near the Strait of Hormuz within 24 hours of projectile strikes, as Iran escalates attacks on shipping and Brent stays above $100. Two commercial ships — a container vessel and a dry bulk carrier — sank within 24 hours of each...

Red Sea Crisis: How Much Is Africa Paying for a War It Isn’t Fighting?

LN247’s The Agenda examines the economic consequences of disrupted shipping routes, maritime security threats and the need for Africa to strengthen its economic resilience. The Red Sea crisis is raising important questions about Africa’s exposure to international conflicts and the impact of maritime insecurity on global trade. As...

Kenya Raises Petrol by 6%, Diesel 4.5% As Iran War Hits Pump Prices

Kenya's EPRA raised petrol 6% and diesel 4.5% for October 15–November 14, with Nairobi diesel hitting KSh 227.76. Kerosene jumped 14.9%. Here's the full breakdown. Kenya raises fuel prices as the Middle East war reaches the pump Kenya's Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA) raised maximum retail fuel prices...