To Boost Healthcare, Anambra Government Plans to Deploy Drones

HealthNewsNigeriaTechnologyTo Boost Healthcare, Anambra Government Plans to Deploy Drones

PilotnewsFebruary 23, 2020

The Anambra State Government on Saturday, said plans were underway to commence the deployment of drug drone technology service delivery in hard-to-reach communities across the state. Dr Vincent Okpala, state Commissioner for Health who made the disclosure in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Awka, said it would improve healthcare delivery in the state. Okpala said: “There are many hard-to-reach communities in the state, places like Enugu Otu, Nkpunado Aguleri, Ezi...

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Nollywood to premiere star-studded movie “Stepping into Maggie’s Shoe” in UK

EntertainmentFilmNewsNollywood to premiere star-studded movie “Stepping into Maggie’s Shoe” in UK

PilotnewsFebruary 19, 2020

Plans have been concluded for the premiere of Nollywood film “Stepping into Maggie’s Shoe” (SIMS) in the United Kingdom (UK) and other European Countries from March 20. Dr Malcolm Benson, President, UK Nollywood Producers Guild, who disclosed this in a statement issued on Wednesday from UK stated that the film would be premiered in London at the Odeon IMAX Greenwich. Benson stated that the faith-based movie directed by Mr David Okeowo is about love, forgiveness,...

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Senate calls for mandatory health insurance scheme for all Nigerians

HealthNigeriaWellnessSenate calls for mandatory health insurance scheme for all Nigerians

PilotnewsFebruary 17, 2020

The Senate on Monday called for the provision of mandatory health insurance scheme for all categories of Nigerians. The Chairman, Senate Committee on Health Sen. Ibrahim Oloriegbe made the call in Abuja at a one-day public hearing to consider two health bills. The bills are Bill for an Act to repeal the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS) Act 2004, and to enact the National Health Insurance Commission Bill 2019. The second bill is a Bill...

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Lagos to launch maiden Eko City Farmers’ Market Feb. 23

EconomyFoodNewsLagos to launch maiden Eko City Farmers’ Market Feb. 23

PilotnewsFebruary 16, 2020

A new farmers’ market where Lagosians can buy fresh farm produce at farm gate prices will open at Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS) next Sunday. Lagos State Commissioner for Agriculture, Gbolahan Lawal, told newsmen on Sunday that the Eko City Farmers’ Market, debuting on Feb. 23 at TBS, would subsequently hold on last Sunday of every month. He noted that the Eko City Farmers’ Markets was a platform where the best of Lagos farmers would meet...

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Tuberculosis is deadly but could be prevented

HealthLifestyleTuberculosis is deadly but could be prevented

PilotnewsFebruary 16, 2020

Dealing with Tuberculosis head-on may not just be enough. Here are an expert explanation of the realities of this deadly diseases, and  of course some active prevention tips. It is the objective of this feature article to attempt an in depth understanding of the disease “Tuberculosis” from the following perspectives: Strategies for prevention Overview of the disease Tuberculosis Symptoms and signs of active TB Causes of B. Strategies for T.B prevention In a nutshell, global...

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Your vagina should smell and if your man doesn’t like it DUMP him!

HealthWellnessYour vagina should smell and if your man doesn’t like it DUMP him!

PilotnewsFebruary 15, 2020

Leading gynecologist urges women to ditch ‘abusive’ partners who complain about their natural odor Dr Jen Gunter says men complaining about your natural smell is a ‘form of abuse’ The Canadian gynecologist revealed she once dumped a boyfriend for this Has warned intimate hygiene products upset natural pH balance of intimate bits This leaves you at a greater risk of infections and actually increase bad smells  Mayo Clinic experts explain when you should see a...

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Nigerian-American filmmakers making waves: Spotlight on Spirit Awards Nominees

EntertainmentFilmNewsNigerian-American filmmakers making waves: Spotlight on Spirit Awards Nominees

PilotnewsFebruary 15, 2020

By Janell Lockett – Entertainment Reporter The 2020 Film Independent Spirit Awards aired live on the IFC channel on February 8th and deftly hosted by Aubrey Plaza. Among the nominees for Best Director is Nigerian-American Filmmaker Julius Onah. Julius directed the film Luce which stars Octavia Spencer, Naomi Watts, and Tim Roth, and it is a story about a young, black, high school standout, the white parents who adopted him from Eritrea, and the teacher...

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Your Partner’s Body Scent Could Help You Sleep Well – Study

HealthNewsYour Partner’s Body Scent Could Help You Sleep Well – Study

Adeola Oladipupo (Correspondent)February 15, 2020

The smell of your partner could help put an end to the struggle to sleep, a new study shows. The research conducted by the University of British Colombia, showed that participants who were exposed to the scent of their romantic partners over the night, had better sleep experience even though their partners were not present. Scientists arrived at the findings after examining sleep data of 155 people recruited for the study. Each participant was asked...

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Nigeria: Death toll from Lassa fever outbreak jumps to 70

HealthNewsNigeriaNigeria: Death toll from Lassa fever outbreak jumps to 70

PilotnewsFebruary 13, 2020

Authorities say number of suspected cases increased from more than 700 to 1,708 as Nigeria grapples with epidemic The death toll in Nigeria from an outbreak of Lassa fever has risen to 70 as confirmed cases shot up, according to authorities. The National Centre for Disease Control (NCDC), the Nigerian agency responsible for the management of disease outbreaks, said in its week six update on Thursday that eight new deaths from Lassa fever were reported...

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ENUGU: ESHA Urges State government to convert old house of assembly to museum/tourist center

NewsNigeriaTravelENUGU: ESHA Urges State government to convert old house of assembly to museum/tourist center

PilotnewsFebruary 11, 2020

By Ije Ulasi                                             Enugu state House of Assembly urges the Enugu State Government to convert the old House of Assembly building near the Ultra-Modern Secretariat building to Museum/tourist center. Hon. Chukwuka Eneh, member representing Udi South constituency and sponsor of the motion, stated that “The old legislative building is set to be a tourist...

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