Many livestock farmers lose animals every year because of nylon (plastic) ingestion, yet few know what really happens inside the animal.
This post explains what it means, how to recognize it early, and what to do before it’s too late.
What Is Nylon Ingestion? Nylon ingestion happens when cows, goats, or sheep eat plastics, nylon bags, ropes, or other non-digestible materials while grazing.
These materials cannot be digested or broken down. They build up inside the rumen (the first stomach), blocking the passage of feed and water.
Once this happens, digestion slows down or stops completely.
Common Causes
– Grazing near refuse dumps or market areas where plastics are scattered.
– Lack of minerals (especially salt and phosphorus) — this causes pica, a condition where animals eat strange things like nylon, stones, or sand.
– Poor waste disposal around the farm.
– Curiosity or boredom, especially in confined animals with nothing to chew.
Symptoms to Watch Out For
You can easily spot a cow suffering from nylon blockage through the following signs:
– Refusal to eat or drink water.
– Bloating or hard, swollen belly.
– Weakness and standing still for long periods.
– No rumination — the cow stops chewing cud.
– Dull eyes and general tiredness.
Once you see these signs, act fast — delay can kill the animal.
Early Home Management (If Caught Early)
If the case is mild or just starting, you can try to loosen the blockage before it becomes serious:
– Give vegetable oil, paraffin oil, or molasses to help soften the materials inside the stomach.
– Provide plenty of roughage (hay or grass) to help move the materials.
– Ensure there’s always salt lick and mineral blocks available to stop mineral deficiency.
– Monitor closely — if there’s no improvement in 24–48 hours, call a vet immediately.
Veterinary Treatment
If the nylon has already caused a complete blockage, home remedies will not work.
A qualified veterinarian can perform a procedure called rumenotomy — a minor surgery to open the rumen and remove the plastics.
After surgery, the vet will give:
– Antibiotics to prevent infection.
– Pain relievers and antiseptic dressing.
– Rest and soft feed for a few days.
Most animals recover fully and resume eating within a week.
Common Mistakes Farmers Make
– Waiting too long before calling a vet.
– Using only antibiotics or herbs when the real problem is a blockage.
– Believing the problem is caused by “village people” or witchcraft.
– Allowing cows to graze freely in dirty areas filled with waste.
– Ignoring the use of mineral and salt blocks.
Prevention Tips
– Keep your grazing areas clean — burn or bury all nylon and plastic waste.
– Provide mineral blocks and salt licks daily.
– Always give roughage to keep digestion normal.
– Observe your animals — when one stops chewing cud, check immediately.
– Have a vet’s contact on standby — a simple rumenotomy can save your cow.
Final Advice
This problem is 100% real and preventable.
Too many farmers lose cows, goats, and sheep to something as small as a nylon bag.
Don’t wait until your animal stops eating — prevention is cheaper than treatment.
If you run a farm, print and paste this guide in your feed store or office.
It can save you thousands of naira and the life of your best cow.
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A 24-year-old was rushed into the hospital last week, gasping for air. He's not a sm0ker, no asthma history. But…
He vapes heavily.
His friends thought he was having a panic attack. He wasn't. His lungs were severely damaged.
The hospital told us that he thought vaping was just "flavoured water vapour" and a safe alternative to cigårettes.
This is a dangerous lie that has become popular in lounges from Lekki to Abuja. Let me be clear: It is NOT water vapour. It's an aerosol filled with tiny, harmful particles.
That clean water in a shisha pipe is not your friend either.
It doesn't filter out the càncer causing substances; it just cools the smoke, which is even more dangerous because it allows you to inhale deeper and hold more po!son in your lungs for longer. The World Health Organization confirms that one shisha session can equal smoking 100 or more cigarettes in terms of smoke inhalation volume.
That young man is now f!ghting for his life. We only pray that the damåge is not so bad that the only option left is a lung trànsplant.
Your lungs are designed for one thing: breathing AIR. They are not an exhaust pipe. The only things you should be inhaling are air and prescribed medications. Full stop.
Dear youths, that posh shisha and vape lifestyle is a fast track to the emergency room. It is the same wahala as smok!ng, just in a different, more expensive package.
Don't let trends and peer pressure, deceive you into destroying the only set of lungs you have. Please.
“When they persecute you in one city, flee to another.” — Matthew 10:23
Jesus was teaching His followers something powerful:
When doors close, don’t stop the mission - just move to the next place.
Many people think persecution means failure, but it doesn’t. It simply means your light is shining in a dark place.
When they reject you, don’t quit - redirect.
God’s work doesn’t end because of rejection; it simply moves forward through you.
The message is clear:
1. Be wise, not reckless.
2. Be peaceful, not fearful.
3. Be persistent, not discouraged.
Even today, this lesson stands strong:
If one path blocks your purpose, take another. Keep spreading truth, love, and hope - because the mission isn’t over until Christ returns.
Matthew 10:34 (NIV)
“Do not suppose that I have come to bring peace to the earth. I did not come to bring peace, but a sword.”
What Did Jesus Mean?
At first glance, this verse can sound surprising. Isn’t Jesus called the Prince of Peace (Isaiah 9:6)?
So why does He now say He didn’t come to bring peace, but a sword?
Jesus wasn’t talking about physical violence or war. The “sword” here is a symbol representing truth that cuts through lies, hypocrisy, and sin, separating right from wrong, light from darkness, and true faith from false comfort.
The Sword of Truth Divides
Jesus’ teachings were radical in His time, and they still are today. When people truly follow Him, they must make choices that often conflict with the world’s values.
That “sword” divides people not because Jesus wants conflict, but because truth exposes everything. Some will welcome it with joy. Others will resist it with anger.
Even families can be divided by it — one person chooses to follow Christ fully, while another rejects Him. That’s exactly what Jesus meant when He said a man’s enemies might be the members of his own household (Matthew 10:35–36).
Following Jesus Comes with a Cost
Right after this verse, Jesus said:
“Anyone who loves their father or mother more than me is not worthy of me… Whoever does not take up their cross and follow me is not worthy of me.” (Matthew 10:37–38)
True discipleship isn’t about comfort — it’s about commitment.
Following Christ means being willing to stand for truth, even when it costs us relationships, popularity, or ease.
But that cost leads to something far greater — eternal life and peace with God.
? Real Peace Comes Through the Sword
The peace Jesus offers is not the absence of conflict; it’s the presence of reconciliation with God.
Before peace can come, sin must be confronted. Before healing, there must be truth. That’s what the sword does — it cuts away what’s false so that real peace can grow.
Conclusions
Matthew 10:34 reminds us that Jesus didn’t come to make everyone comfortable.
He came to transform hearts, even if that transformation causes conflict along the way.
The sword He brings is not one of destruction, but of discernment, conviction, and salvation.
So when you face opposition for standing with Christ, remember — you’re not doing something wrong. You’re living out the very reality Jesus warned about: truth divides before it unites.
Below is a quick reference guide for pig medication — written for Nigerian farmers.
Save it to your phone or note it down in your farm record book. It will help you avoid guesswork and keep your pigs healthy.
1. Piglets (3–5 days old)
Give 2 ml of Iron Dextran (100 mg/ml) by intramuscular (IM) injection.
Target dose is 100 to 200 mg iron per piglet.
Calculation: 200 mg ÷ 100 mg/ml = 2 ml
This is very important - many piglets die from anemia if not given iron.
Inject in the neck or thigh using a clean 21–22 gauge needle.
Iron Dextran strengthens blood and gives the piglet a strong start.
Common brands: Ferrodex, Iron-Dex, Aniferon, Pigferon.
2. At 6–8 weeks
Use Ivermectin 1% (10 mg/ml) – 1 ml for every 33 kg body weight (under the skin).
Target dose: 0.3 mg/kg [10mg/ml ÷ 33kg]
Example: 33 kg × 0.3 mg ÷ 10 mg/ml = 1 ml
It clears worms, mange, and lice.
Repeat every 3–4 months to keep your pigs clean inside and out.
Local brands: Ivomec, Noromectin, Ivermax, Ivomec Super (with clorsulon).
3. Weaners (8–12 weeks)
After weaning, piglets easily get stressed and lose appetite.
Give 1–2 ml multivitamins in the muscle to boost appetite and reduce stress.
Target dose: about 0.5–1 ml per 10 kg body weight.
Example: 20 kg pig × 0.5 ml ÷ 10 kg = 1 ml
Use any good multivitamin injection containing Vitamins A, D3, E and B-complex.
4. Growers (12–20 weeks)
This stage is all about growth, and deworming helps a lot.
Give 5 ml per 50 kg, repeat every 3–4 months.
This improves feed conversion, weight gain, and overall health.
5. Finishers (20 weeks to market)
Normally, they don’t need routine injections unless they fall sick.
If you notice coughing or infections, give Oxytetracycline LA 300 (300 mg/ml).
Target = 20 mg/kg IM (intramuscular).
Example: 50 kg × 20 mg ÷ 300 mg/ml = 3.3 ml.
Give 3.3 ml per 50 kg IM, repeat after 48 hours if needed.
This controls pneumonia, coughing, and other bacterial infections. Note: Stop using it at least 28 days before slaughter.
6. Breeding Sows (before mating and farrowing)
Give Ivermectin 1% (1 ml per 33 kg) and important vaccines such as: Parvovirus vaccine Erysipelas vaccine
These should be given 2–3 weeks before mating.
This protects both the sow and her unborn piglets from infection and stillbirth.
[b]7. Boars (breeding males)[/b]
To keep them active and fertile, give Ivermectin 1% (1 ml/33 kg) every 3–4 months.
Also give 2 ml multivitamins IM monthly to boost fertility and stamina.
[b]Important Notes[/b]
1. Always weigh or estimate your pig’s weight before dosing — don’t guess.
You can use a weighing tape or chart to estimate.
2. Use clean needles and inject properly — most are intramuscular (IM), some subcutaneous (under the skin).
3. Stick to your schedule. Don’t wait till pigs fall sick before treating.
4. Store drugs properly: keep below 25 °C, away from sunlight.
5. If unsure, consult a qualified Veterinary Doctor before giving any medication.
This isn’t just about saving money — it’s about raising stronger, healthier pigs that grow faster, reproduce better, and give you more profit at market.
In 1963, neuroscientist Dr. José Delgado walked into a bullring in Córdoba, Spain. Before him stood Lucero, a 1,200-pound fighting bull—strong, restless, and ready to charge.
Delgado carried no weapon, no shield, only a small remote control in his hand. As Lucero charged toward him, the scientist pressed a button—and the bull stopped. Instantly. Frozen in mid-attack.
The stunned crowd watched as Delgado calmly stood before the halted animal. It looked like magic, but it was science.
The Power Behind the Remote
Delgado had implanted a tiny radio device, called a stimoceiver, into the bull’s brain. This device sent electrical signals to the caudate nucleus, the part of the brain that controls movement.
By sending a pulse at the right moment, Delgado interrupted the bull’s motor commands. Its body obeyed the signal, even though its rage remained. When he released the button, the bull charged again.
He hadn’t changed the bull’s will—only its ability to act. But the message was clear: the brain could be controlled by electricity.
From Healing to Control
Delgado’s goal wasn’t entertainment. He believed brain stimulation could help treat conditions like Parkinson’s disease, epilepsy, and mental illness.
Yet his experiment raised a question that has only grown louder: where is the line between healing and control?
Today, projects like Elon Musk’s Neuralink carry Delgado’s dream forward. Neural implants are being tested to help people walk, see, and communicate again. Some hail this as a triumph of human creativity. Others see something far more troubling—the merging of man, machine, and mind.
The Faith Question
In the Book of Revelation, we read about a time when technology and control will unite under a system known as the mark of the beast—a symbol of submission and ownership. Neural implants may not be that mark, but they remind us how easily power over the body can become power over the soul.
The Bible also warns in Genesis 11:6:
“And the Lord said, Behold, the people is one, and they have all one language... and now nothing will be restrained from them, which they have imagined to do.”
Humanity’s imagination is boundless, but so is its pride. When our inventions reach into the mind itself, we must ask: Are we advancing life—or replacing God?
Lessons for Today
Dr. Delgado’s bull experiment was more than a scientific stunt. It was a glimpse into our future—a reminder that knowledge without restraint becomes danger.
Whether we’re improving the soil, building machines, or exploring the brain, every act of creation carries a question of purpose. Technology can heal, but it can also enslave. The power to touch the mind is no longer fantasy. It’s here—and it demands humility.
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Some months ago, I bought and planted what I thought was ginger. But it turned out to be something else that looks like ginger.
I later found out that it's called galangal. At first glance, galangal and ginger look very similar—they both have knobby, beige rhizomes. But when you take a closer look, the differences are clear:
Appearance: Ginger has a thinner, more brownish skin that can easily be scraped off with a spoon. Galangal’s skin is tougher, smoother, and often lighter or reddish in color, making it harder to peel.
Aroma and Taste: Ginger has a warm, spicy-sweet flavor. Galangal, on the other hand, has a sharper, more citrusy and pine-like taste, with a hint of pepper.
Medicinal Uses: Both are medicinal, but ginger is better known for easing nausea and aiding digestion, while galangal is often used for its anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties.
So while I didn’t end up with ginger, I discovered another useful plant.
A new study has found something surprising — aging might actually be transmitted through the blood by a protein called HMGB1.
Researchers discovered that when they blocked this protein in animals, damaged tissues began to heal and some signs of aging started to reverse. Muscles got stronger, organs repaired faster, and cells acted younger again.
So, what does that mean? It suggests aging isn’t just about cells wearing out — it’s also controlled by certain signals in the body. And if those signals can be controlled, aging itself might be slowed down or even partly reversed.
Scientists were able to block HMGB1 using neutralizing antibodies — special molecules that stop it from sending its “aging messages” through the blood. When they did this, the animals became healthier and more energetic.
This discovery gives hope that one day, we could treat aging like a disease — not just something that happens to everyone. It could lead to new ways to fight Alzheimer’s, arthritis, and organ failure — all problems linked to getting older.
Human trials haven’t started yet, but the future looks bright. If researchers can safely block HMGB1 in people, we may finally be able to slow down aging from the inside out.
One day, John’s disciples came to Jesus with a sincere question.
“Why do we and the Pharisees fast often, but your disciples don’t fast?” (Matthew 9:14)
They couldn’t understand why Jesus’ followers didn’t follow the same religious rules. To them, fasting was a serious act of devotion - something every “holy” person should do.
But Jesus answered:
“Can the friends of the bridegroom mourn as long as the bridegroom is with them?”
He was talking about Himself - the Bridegroom.
He was saying: “Why should my friends fast when I’m right here with them? This is not a time for mourning - it’s a time for joy.”
Then Jesus added something deeper - two short parables:
1. “No one puts a new patch on an old garment.”
2. “No one pours new wine into old wineskins.” (Matthew 9:16-17)
At first, it sounds like He changed the topic. But He didn’t. He was explaining why His way of life couldn’t fit into the old religious system.
The Old Garment and the New Patch
An old cloth is already stretched and weak. If you sew a new piece of cloth on it, the first time you wash it, the new patch will shrink and tear the old cloth even more.
Jesus was saying:
“I didn’t come to patch up the old ways. I came to make something completely new.”
You can’t take a little bit of Jesus and stick Him onto your old lifestyle or religious mindset. It won’t work - it’ll tear apart.
You either stay old, or you become new. There’s no in-between.
The New Wine and the Old Wineskin
In Bible times, people used animal skins to store wine. When the wine was new, it was still fermenting and releasing gas, so the skin had to be new and flexible.
If you poured it into an old, dry wineskin, it would burst. Both the wine and the skin would be lost.
The new wine represents the life and Spirit of God.
The old wineskin represents old traditions, mindsets, and self-made religion.
Jesus was saying:
“My message - this new life of the Spirit, can’t fit into your old, rigid systems.”
You can’t experience God’s power while holding onto the old ways of fear, guilt, or routine religion. The Holy Spirit needs a new heart — soft, teachable, and ready to stretch.
? Why Jesus Said “The Old Wine Is Better” (Luke 5:39)
“And no one, after drinking old wine, immediately desires new; for he says, ‘The old is better.’”
This part shows how human nature resists change.
People who’ve been drinking old wine - those used to old traditions and systems — rarely want new wine right away.
The old feels familiar. It’s what they know.
Spiritually, it means many prefer their old religious comfort zone over the new move of God.
It’s easier to follow rules than to let the Holy Spirit transform your heart.
Jesus was gently warning us:
“Don’t let your love for the old make you blind to what God is doing now.”
The Pharisees and even John’s disciples thought they were protecting tradition — but in truth, they were resisting transformation.
Sometimes the hardest part of walking with God isn’t learning new things — it’s unlearning the old ones.
But once you taste the new wine of His Spirit, you’ll never want to go back.
“Behold, I make all things new.” — Revelation 21:5
So the question is:
Are you still holding onto an old wineskin — or have you become new inside?
Estrogen is a hormone. Hormones play a big role in how children grow and develop. But many everyday products we use at home contain chemicals that can mimic estrogen in the body. These are called xenoestrogens or “fake estrogens.”
While adults are also exposed, children are more vulnerable because their hormone systems are still developing. That means even small amounts of these chemicals can have long-term effects.
Where Fake Estrogen Comes From
In Nigeria, just like in many other countries, products that families use every day may contain xenoestrogens. Common sources include: Plastics: feeding bottles, food containers, cheap water bottles, soft drink bottles (especially if exposed to sun or heat).
Baby and kids’ items: plastic toys, teethers, nipples, and pacifiers not labelled BPA-free or phthalate-free.
Cosmetics and skincare: soaps, creams, lotions, and hair products with preservatives like parabens (methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben).
Canned foods: some cans have linings made with bisphenols.
Pesticides and cleaning chemicals: residues from farms and household sprays can also act like hormone disruptors.
Possible Effects on Children
Fake estrogens interfere with the natural hormone system (endocrine system). For children, this may lead to:
Early or delayed puberty
Disrupted growth and development
Hormone imbalance later in life
Increased risks of fertility problems or hormone-related diseases
Safer Choices Available in Nigeria
The good news is that safer products are available if you know what to look for. Here are some examples:
Baby Feeding Bottles Dr. Brown’s Options+ Anti-Colic BPA-Free Plastic Bottle
Medela Breast Milk BPA-Free Bottles
Chicco Perfect 5 Eco+ BPA-Free Bottle
Comotomo Baby Bottle (made mostly of silicone)
Farlin Anti-Colic Glass Baby Bottle
Parents Choice Standard Neck Bottles (polypropylene, BPA & phthalate-free)
Cosmetics Alaia Cosmetics Keratin Plus Leave-In (paraben-free)
Check labels for “paraben-free” and avoid ingredients like methylparaben or propylparaben.
Better Materials
Choose glass, stainless steel, or silicone over plastic when possible.
Go for natural oils and butters in skincare instead of chemical-heavy products.
What Parents Can Do Read labels carefully: Look for “BPA-free,” “Phthalate-free,” and “Paraben-free.”
Don’t heat food in plastic: use glass or ceramic instead.
Store safely: avoid leaving bottled water or baby bottles in hot sun.
Wash fruits and vegetables well to reduce pesticide residues.
Ask questions: if you’re unsure about a product, contact the seller or manufacturer.
Final Word
Fake estrogens may be invisible, but their effects are real. Protecting children from unnecessary exposure is possible with a little extra care in choosing what they eat from, drink from, and what goes on their skin.
Small changes—like switching to glass bottles, paraben-free creams, or simply reading labels—can make a big difference in safeguarding children’s health for the future.
What Jesus Really Meant by “Turn the Other Cheek”
When Jesus said, “If anyone slaps you on the right cheek, turn to them the other also” (Matthew 5:39), He wasn’t commanding blind passivity. In His culture, a slap was more about insult than physical injury. His teaching was about breaking the cycle of retaliation—responding with dignity, not revenge. Jesus’ Example
When slapped during His trial (John 18:22–23), Jesus didn’t lash out with insults or violence, but He also didn’t stay silent. He calmly asked: “If I said something wrong, testify as to what is wrong. But if I spoke the truth, why did you strike me?”
This shows that He didn’t retaliate violently, but also didn’t submit to unjust abuse in silence. He confronted it with truth and dignity.
On the cross, He embodied the principle fully by refusing revenge and praying, “Father, forgive them” (Luke 23:34). Paul’s Example
Paul endured beatings and insults without striking back. Yet, he also defended himself legally by appealing to his Roman citizenship (Acts 22:25–29). This shows “turning the other cheek” is about avoiding revenge while still pursuing justice. The Balance Not retaliation: Neither Jesus nor Paul answered violence with violence. Not passivity: They still spoke truth and resisted injustice lawfully.
“Turning the other cheek” is about the heart—choosing love over revenge—not about being a doormat. Modern-Day Examples Insults:
Suppose a co-worker mocks you publicly to embarrass you.
The natural reaction might be to insult them back. Turning the other cheek means you don’t trade insult for insult. Instead, you stay calm, maybe respond with a kind word or silence, showing that their words can’t control your spirit. Business loss:
If someone cheats you in business, don’t cheat in return rather calmly demand fairness or let go. Family conflict:
A relative lashes out in anger and says hurtful things.
Instead of escalating the quarrel, you choose to keep peace, forgive, or give a soft answer. That can sometimes shame the aggressor into calming down. Enemies:
Someone spreads lies about you online or in the community.
Instead of retaliating with your own campaign of gossip, you leave vengeance to God and continue doing good, letting truth and time expose the lie. Or you gather evidence and sue them to court. When Not to Turn the Other Cheek
Jesus’ words don’t mean ignoring abuse. At times, it’s right to stand firm: Self-defense: Protecting yourself or loved ones isn’t revenge—it’s survival (Luke 22:36). Protecting others: Scripture calls us to defend the vulnerable (Proverbs 31:8–9). Seeking justice: Like Paul, use lawful means to stop injustice. Correcting wrongs: Jesus drove out corruption in the temple (John 2:13–17). Final Thought
Turn the cheek when it’s about pride, insult, or revenge.
Stand firm when it’s about justice, protection, or truth.
Conclusion: Let go of revenge—but don’t enable evil. I hope this blessed someone
A new study in Chemosphere shows that cutting out parabens and phthalates (chemicals often used in cosmetics and personal care products) for just 28 days can reverse breast changes linked to cancer.
Researchers checked breast tissue samples before and after women stopped using products with these chemicals. After one month, they saw big improvements in key cell processes tied to cancer, such as:
Cell growth & survival (PI3K-AKT/mTOR pathway)
Cell recycling & stress response (autophagy)
Cell death control (apoptotic signaling)
Parabens and phthalates act like fake estrogen (xenoestrogens). Since high estrogen activity is linked to breast cancer, reducing exposure may lower risk.
Bottom line: Even short-term changes — like switching to chemical-free products — can have a real effect on breast health.
I'm an aspiring beekeeper. I'll soon be starting with 1 hive. How much can you make keeping bees? I don't know yet but I got the info below from a bee keeper:
Imagine you’ve got just ¼ acre (about 2 plots of 50ft by 100ft) of land or even space in your compound. If you keep 50 beehives, here’s what it looks like:
1 hive = 10kg of honey per season
About 3 seasons per year = 30kg per hive yearly
50 hives x 30kg = 1,500kg of honey in one year!
25L of honey = 35kg
That’s a lot of honey — and a lot of money.
Serious bee farmers usually keep different types of hives:
Some hives produce more honey, like the Langstroth hive.
Others produce more wax, like the Kenya top bar hive.
Modern hives generally give much more honey than traditional hives (which focus more on wax).
You can build a roof over your hives or just place them outside with protection from rain. I'll update you guys when I start.
She’s a biochemist who once faced 4 loan rejections from banks. Most people would have given up, but she didn’t. She pushed on and founded Psaltry International Ltd.
Today, the same woman who was rejected now works with:
1. Unilever (a giant British company worth billions)
2. FCMB (a top Nigerian bank)
Her cassava factory in Ado-Awaye, Oyo State, is the first in Africa to produce sorbitol.
What is sorbitol?
Sorbitol is a natural sweetener made from cassava. It’s used in toothpaste, medicine, food, and drinks instead of sugar. It’s safer for diabetics because it doesn’t raise blood sugar fast like normal sugar.
Her factory is big:
Runs on solar power + battery storage ⚡
Works with 6,000 farmers, paying them 4 times more than normal buyers
Grows high-yield cassava varieties like TME 419, AYAYA, and Game Changer
Manages 8,000 hectares of farmland
Gives jobs to 300+ staff and supports 500 rural youths to become agripreneurs
Because of her courage, her project will create 10,000 jobs.
She has also won many awards, including:
AGRA Women Agripreneur of the Year (2024)
Vanguard Personality of the Year
Eagle Awards Africa - Distinguished Achiever (Sept 2025)
…and many more.
This September, she was also celebrated at Eagle Awards Africa, and in 2025, she will speak at the Africa Food Systems Forum in Dakar.
From loan rejections to global recognition - her story proves that cassava is more than garri and fufu. It can power factories, create jobs, and put Nigeria on the world map.
Did you know energy drinks might actually hurt your muscles instead of helping them?
Scientists recently tested how popular energy drinks affect muscle cells, and the results were not what the ads promise. In lab studies, muscle-building cells exposed to these drinks had a hard time growing, repairing, and even surviving. Some drinks caused the cells to stop developing properly, while others made a portion of them die off.
The problem comes from the mix of caffeine, sugar, and chemical additives. These give you a quick buzz, but at the same time they stress your body at the cellular level. Your muscles recover by repairing tiny tears after exercise, but when that process is disrupted, healing slows down, and gains can be weaker. Add to this the extra strain on the heart and blood vessels, and it’s easy to see why energy drinks aren’t the best recovery fuel.
Now, it’s important to note: this research was done in lab conditions, not on real people after workouts. That means the effects might not be as extreme in daily life. Still, it raises a serious question — if these drinks make muscle cells struggle in a dish, what are they doing inside us when taken every day?
The bottom line: an energy drink might wake you up, but it won’t build you up. Real performance and recovery still come from good food, water, rest, and consistency. Energy in a can is just a shortcut with hidden costs.
Did you know that Lyme disease — a serious bacterial infection spread by ticks — nearly ended a woman’s life, until something miraculous happened?
Her name is Ellie Lobel. At 27, she was bitten by an insect carrying Borrelia burgdorferi, the bacteria that causes Lyme disease. Over time, the infection damaged her nervous system. For 15 years, from age 27 to 42, Ellie lived bedridden — in pain, exhausted, and waiting to die.
After endless treatments failed, she gave up. Her doctor told her she had just 90 days left. But in what seemed like her final days, something unexpected happened. While sitting outside, Ellie was swarmed by Africanized bees and stung dozens of times.
Instead of killing her, the stings revived her. She woke up pain-free. Weeks later, she was walking, thinking clearly, and living again. Doctors were baffled, but the answer lay in the bee venom. Somehow, it either destroyed the Lyme bacteria or reawakened her immune system.
Ellie calls it a miracle — proof that God can bring healing from the most unlikely places. The Bible says, “God has chosen the foolish things of the world to confound the wise” (1 Corinthians 1:27). Who would ever expect that a swarm of bees could do what years of medicine could not?
Today, Ellie speaks about apitherapy (bee venom therapy). Her case is rare, and bee stings can be dangerous without medical help, but her story is a reminder that God can use even the sting of a bee to bring life and hope.
Did you know that in Sweden, more than 6,000 people have already implanted microchips in their hands? These chips replace things like ID cards, credit cards, transit passes, and even office keys.
The implants are tiny—just a grain of rice—placed between the thumb and index finger. With a quick scan, they can unlock doors, make payments, or share digital data. The push started around 2015 and is still gaining momentum, especially among tech workers and biohackers. In 2024, over 150 employees at a Swedish tech hub received implants to access workplace systems.
Supporters say the chips are safe, quick to install, and totally voluntary. They don’t contain GPS, and they only work when scanned at close range. But while the world praises it as “progress,” believers can’t ignore the warning in Revelation 13:16–17—that one day no one will be able to buy or sell without a mark in their right hand or forehead.
For many, this technology looks like a small preview of what the Bible calls the Mark of the Beast (666). Whether this is the beginning or just a step toward it, the reality is clear: the systems that will make such control possible are already here.
In October 1992, eight young Ghanaians ?? boarded a Ukrainian cargo ship at Takoradi Harbour, dreaming of reaching Europe to build better lives. Among them was Kingsley Ofosu, a young man with hopes of studying engineering.
But six days into the voyage, the dream turned into horror. The crew discovered the stowaways, stole their belongings, and locked them in a dark compartment with little food or water. One by one, the men were lured out—told they were being moved—only to be beaten, shot, and cast into the Atlantic Ocean off Portugal ?.
Among the victims was Kingsley’s half-brother, Albert. Kingsley was next in line, but in a desperate struggle, he managed to escape back into the bowels of the ship. For three terrifying days, he hid while the killers searched for him.
When the ship docked in Le Havre, France ??, Kingsley slipped away and reported the crime to police. With his testimony and evidence from the cargo hold, the crew was arrested. The captain and first mate were sentenced to life imprisonment; others received decades-long sentences.
Out of eight young men, only Kingsley survived. His story later inspired a Hollywood movie, though no film could truly capture the depth of the tragedy.
? This is more than a tale of survival—it is a reminder of the desperate risks people take for hope, and of the cruelty that can await them.
✨ Kingsley Ofosu lives on as both a survivor and the guardian of seven silenced dreams.
No! You don't need to own a palm oil Mill to mill your oil.
Off course there are so many men and women who don't own a common pot yet they are milling palm oil steadily.
Provided you are in a location where people own Oil Mills.
And you know how to mill oil or can pay people who knows how to.
Get your palm fruits,
Take them to the mill,
Pay for usage of facility.
Mill your oil and that's it.
Your palm oil is ready.
The only disadvantage of this is you get to pay everything you need to use the mill. And you may not have access to use it at will at the time of the day when you wish. You must follow the owners rules.
But, it's a fair play
Atleast renting a play to achieve your project.
So,
You have no excuse not to find something doing.
