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  FEDERAL GOVERNMENT LIFTS BAN, CORPERS' NOW ELIGIBLE TO SERVE IN BANKS, AND OTHERS! - 19th November 2024 The Federal Government has lifted the ban restricting the posting of members of the National Youth Service Corps to the public sector, allowing for corpers to now be posted to private sector organisations, including banks and oil and gas companies. According to a memo issued by the Minister for Youth Development, Ayodele Olawande, dated November 18, 2024, the new policy directive will take effect with the commencement of the 2024 Batch ‘C’ Orientation exercise. The previous policy implemented during the tenure of former Minister for Youth and Sports Development, Bolaji Abdullahi, aimed at discouraging private companies from exploiting cheap labour while promoting public sector capa city building, restricted corps members to only four sectors of the economy, including education, agriculture, health, and infrastructure. Olawande said the new policy follows President Bola Ti...

  WHY WE HAVE OUR BEST IDEAS IN THE SHOWER! 🚿 The shower is a unique environment and creativity spot that combines relaxation, mild distraction, and a boost in feel-good chemicals that help create the perfect conditions for your brain to unlock its creative potential. Here are some explanations behind this inspiration: The science behind shower thoughts A study in the journal Psychological Science states that when you let your thoughts wander, you also activate a region of the brain called the “default mode network,” a state where you dwell on your own experiences, ideas, a nd feelings while your mind wanders and processes self-referential and autobiographical information, according to neurologist Marcus Raichle. This ‘default mode network’ is activated while taking a shower, and it is time the brain produces insightful discoveries and original concepts that you might not have otherwise thought about. Relaxed mind and reduced stress Your stress level drops and the body...

  WHY YOU SHOULD EAT EGGS DAILY! *Post 1: Eggs-traordinary Benefits* Eggs are an excellent addition to your daily diet! Here's why: 1. High-quality protein: Eggs provide essential amino acids for muscle growth and repair. 2. Brain health: Choline in eggs supports cognitive function and memory. 3. Eye health: Lutein and zeaxanthin in eggs protect vision and reduce age-related macular degeneration risk. 4. Heart health: Eggs' omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants help lower cholesterol and blood pressure. 5. Versatility: Scrambled, boiled, poached, or made into omelets - eggs fit any meal! Incorporate eggs into your daily routine and reap the benefits! *Post 2: Debunking the Cholesterol Myth* For years, eggs were unfairly villainized for their cholesterol content. But research shows: 1. Dietary cholesterol has minimal impact on blood cholesterol levels. 2. Eggs' cholesterol is balanced by phospholipids, which aid absorption. 3. Egg consumption is associated with improved lipid...

  YOU, YOUR PARTNER AND YOUR PROSPECTIVE IN-LAWS! -DiplomaticBlessing The way your prospective family in-law treats you the first time you visit says a few things; the type of people they are, the level respect they have for your partner and the way your partner has presented you to them. If they are rude or disrespectful to you on your first visit, it’s either they are just rude and disrespectful generally, they don’t respect your partner or your partner has created the impression that you can be disrespected by just anyone, or all of the above. Africans are generally known for their hospitality, so this notion that women need to perform respect, humility and subservience to be accepted by their prospective in-law is deeply rooted in misogyny and we can pretend all we want, but I’ve never heard of any family ordering a male visitor to sweep the house, do the dishes or do laundry on his first visit. They are not even asked to do the “traditionally masculine” tasks like hewing ...

Obasanjo demands leadership change, shorter tenure at INEC   Monday, November 18, 2024   The former military head of state said reforming the electoral system was a key issue for the country, adding that INEC officials need thorough vetting to prevent partisan appointments.   He called for urgent thorough vetting of the INEC chairperson and the entire staff, saying that the vetting exercise should yield dispassionate, non-partisan actors with impeccable reputation ns.   “Nigeria must ensure the appointment of new credible INEC leadership at the federal, state, local government, and municipal—city, town, and village levels—with short tenures—to prevent undesirable political influence and corruption and re-establish trust in the electoral systems by its citizens.   “The INEC chairperson must not only be absolutely above board, but he must also be transparently independent and incorruptible,” Obasanjo said.   According to him, Nigeria must prevent electo...

 SEVEN THINGS DONALD TRUMP SAID HE WOULD DO AS PRESIDENT. 1) Deport undocumented migrants While campaigning, Trump promised the biggest mass deportations of undocumented migrants in US history. He also pledged to complete the building of a wall at the border with Mexico that was started during his first presidency. The number of crossings at the US southern border hit record levels at the end of last year during the Biden-Harris administration, before falling in 2024. Experts have told the BBC that deportations on the scale promised by Trump would face huge legal and logistical challenges - and could slow economic growth. 2) Moves on economy, tax and tariffs Exit poll data has suggested the economy was a key issue for voters. Trump has promised to "end inflation" - which rose to high levels under President Joe Biden before falling again. But a president's power to directly influence prices is limited. He has also promised sweeping tax cuts, extending his overhaul from 201...

BE A GOOD CITIZEN OF NIGERIA: -Essay by Diplomatic Blessing.  Being a good citizen is not just about following laws and regulations, but also about actively contributing to the well-being of society. To be a good citizen, I believe that it is important to be aware of and involved in community matters, to treat others with respect and kindness, and to have a sense of responsibility towards the environment. First and foremost, being a good citizen means being aware of the issues that affect one's community and actively participating in finding solutions. This can be done through attending community meetings and events, volunteering for local organizations, or even just being informed about local news. By staying informed and involved, one can actively contribute to the betterment of society. Personally, I make it a point to stay informed about the current affairs in my community and actively participate in activities that aim to improve the quality of life for everyone. Furthermore, ...

 SOCIAL MEDIA IS THE NEW CURRICULUM VITAE (C.V)! PLEASE READ AND SHARE! Your Curriculum vitae (CV) says you are.... Hardworking. A team player. Competent. Smart. Efficient. Purpose driven. Experienced.  But on social media, you hold opinions that are offensive.  When a woman is raped and killed, your comment is....  "Serves her right. Why was she dating two friends". OR "She got what she deserved. Why was she always wearing skimpy dresses?" When a woman is abused in her marriage and decides to leave, your comment goes thus....  "She just wants to go and sleep around. A woman who leaves her marriage has failed woefully. Any woman who cannot handle the small issue of domestic violence is not a virtuous woman. She deserves to be dealt with." You hide these vile opinions at the seams of the fabric of the internet..... But you are arguing that employers and recruitment companies should not rely on your social media accounts (posts and comments) to decide if the...