"My Father Won't Influence My Chance In Politics" ...Olubadan’s Daughter

One of the daughters of the Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Saliu Akanmu Adetunji, Taiwo Adetunji on Thursday declared her intention to contest the Oyo State House of Assembly seat under the platform of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), in the 2019 general elections.

Adetunji, who is seeking to represent Ibadan South West 1 state constituency, made her intention known at the constituency’s secretariat in Ibadan.

The monarch’s daughter, while addressing hundreds of her supporters and members of the party, added that she was not taking advantage of her position as one of the children of Olubadan, saying that she was ready to serve the people.

She said, “My willingness to serve my people and the importance of getting what my people need made me come into politics. I am assuring my people in the constituency that I will ensure they get what they need. I have the capacity to deliver the dividends of democracy to my constituents.

“It is true that my father is the Olubadan of Ibadan land, but I am not contesting in order to use my father’s influence to get the party’s ticket and win, I want people to know that I have the capacity and I am not going to capitalise on my father’s influence. I want my people to support me for what and who I am.”

Adetunji has a bachelor degree in Economics Education from the Lagos State University (LASU) Ojo and masters degree in Finance from the Ladoke Akintola University of Technology (LAUTECH) Ogbomoso.

LIVING: Tricks For Keeping Fruits and Veggies Fresh

Fruits and vegetable are perishable foods which means that they can easily go bad. This is why quite a number of people do not stock them at home because keeping them fresh can be a challenge. Well, you do not need to worry about keeping fruits and vegetable fresh as these tricks will definitely help.

Give your berries a hot bath

Uneaten berries can go moldy overnight. One way to stop the appearance of the fuzzy fungus is not with pesticides, but by giving your berries a hot bath before storing them. The process simply involves immersing berries in their plastic basket in a pot of hot water. The hot water kills off mold spores and keeps them fresher longer.

Keep tomatoes out of the refrigerator

Tomatoes are a staple for many people, but keeping them from rotting can be difficult. Putting tomatoes in the fridge may seem like a sure-fire way to keep them fresher, longer, but think again. One of the most common food storage mistakes is keeping tomatoes in the refrigerator, when in fact keeping them in cold temperatures rids them of their flavor. Instead, put them in a bowl that you have lined with a paper towel with the stems at the top.

Wrap your leafy greens

Leafy greens should be consumed within 1-2 days of purchase to ensure both freshness and that you are getting all the nutrients out of them you can. But if you are going to store these greens vegetables, the best way to extend their life is to wrap the unwashed leaves in a paper towel so that the towel can absorb any excess moisture.

Refresh lettuce and herbs with an ice water

If your greens have started to look a little wilted due to the cold temperature of your fridge, or from being left on the counter for a little too long, you can easily refresh them by giving them an ice bath. Simply place the lettuce leaves or herbs in a large bowl of ice water and shake the greens around a bit to revive them. A minute or two should awaken them and get them looking fresh and new!

Freeze your fruits and veggies

You can chop those ripened fruits and veggies up and freeze them for use on a future occasion. You can freeze items such as bell peppers, green beans, broccoli, cabbage, cucumbers, onions, eggplant, mushrooms, strawberries, and bananas! Just make sure you put them in hot water before sticking them in below freezing temperatures.

'No Love' At Summer

Fresh off of Sat-B's first 2018 single; Burundian's Award winning Male superstar Sat-B unleashes the visuals to the club banger, Electro Pop style "NO LOVE".

NO LOVE audio was produced by Sat-B's long time producer Amir Prod and the visuals were shot in Tanzania - Dar es Salaam by Joowzey  and produced by Trust No Body Production & Empire Avenue.

Check out the visuals, NO LOVE,

here: https://youtu.be/Cp42frdwBh4

SOCIETY: Corporate Amazon, Folashade Okoya, Bags Award of Excellence in UK

Mrs. Shade Okoya, the pretty and stylish wife of business mogul, Chief Razaq Okoya, on Saturday 21st of July, 2018, added another honour to her corporate achievements as the premier institution, the University of Ibadan, honoured her with an award of excellence.

 Shade Okoya, the University of Lagos Alumnus who is well known to be a moving force in her husband’s expansive business empire was honoured with the 'Inspiring Executive Woman of the Year' award at an extraordinary 70^thAnniversary dinner reception held at the Dorchester Hotel, Mayfair, London, in the United Kingdom.  

To underscore the importance this award, the woman of means and uncommon corporate acumen was accompanied to the event by her husband, the billionaire business tycoon, Chief Razaq Akanni Okoya and their kids.

To reinforce the prestige and dignity the organizers attached to this award, Mrs. Okoya was honoured with the presence of His Royal Highness, Emir Sanusi Lamido, the Emir of Kano and former Governor of the Nigerian Central Bank.

Dignitaries th witnessed this momentous occasion includes; Dr Walter Carrington-former US Ambassador to Nigeria,Emir of Kano Sanusi Lamido,Gov. Abdullahi Ganduje, Adesola Adeduntan CEO first bank Nigeria, Amb. George, Oguntade Nigeria Ambassador to Uk, Amb. George Umo Nigeria Ambassador to Vatican, Amb. mobolaji ogundero- deputy ambassador to Germany, Senator kabiru Gaya, Senator Barau jibrin, Chief and Mrs Adebutu Kensington, Mrs Janis Kearney Former Director of Communication White House, Dr Ola Akinboboye- 3rd Cardiologist in the World among others.

SOCIETY: Two Things That Happened As Kayode Fayemi Visit Ope Bamidele In UK Hospital

Ekiti State Governor-elect, Dr. Kayode Fayemi, has paid a get-well visit to the Director General of his Campaign Council, Mr. Opeyemi Bamidele in London, United Kingdom.

Bamidele was shot on June 1 by a trigger-happy policeman at the premises of the All Progress Congress (APC) during a welcome rally organised for Fayemi after stepping down from the Federal Executive Council  (FEC) as Minister of Mines and Steel Development.

The former House of Representatives member was rushed to the State University Teaching Hospital where he was operated upon and stabilised before being flown abroad to recuperate.

Bamidele who has been discharged from the hospital is still in London as an outpatient.

In a statement on Thursday night by his media aide, Ahmed Salami, Fayemi who left Ado-Ekiti for Lagos immediately after inaugurating his Transition Committee arrived London earlier in the day to pay Bamidele a morale-boosting visit.

The statement said Fayemi spent quality time with Bamidele, his wife, Mrs. Yemisi Bamidele, and other members of the family, Mr. Abiodun Bamidele and Mrs. Folasade Bamidele.

Meanwhile, during the joyful meeting, both Fayemi and Bamidele reviewed issues regarding the fiercely contested July 14 governorship election. "It was a frank exchange, though they laughed over it," notes a source.

Following this, the source said, there was a special reception and praise and worship  sessions from the two eminent Ekiti leaders.

ODD WORLD: Boy 16, Impregnates Lady, 33

Twitter this morning went agog as woman shared photos showing her pregnancy bump.

It was however revealed that the woman was impregnated by her 16 year old lover.

As at this moment of report, the woman is said to be 33 years of age.

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LIFESTYLE: Health Gains of Exercising Vagina

Your vagina is capable of a lot of things, including lifting weights. Yup, vaginal weightlifting is a thing, and it’s growing in popularity thanks to sex and relationship coach Kim Anami, who started the hashtag #thingsiliftwithmyvagina to bring awareness to the practice.

Vaginal weightlifting is a pelvic floor exercise similar to Kegels, where you lift and squeeze objects in order to strengthen your pelvic floor muscles. It may sound a little “out there,” but as long as you follow the proper techniques, it’s a safe way to spice up your sex life and improve your health.

Read on to learn more about the benefits, what to use, how to practice, and more.

What’s the point?

Vaginal weightlifting can help you train your pelvic floor muscles and increase blood flow to your genitals — both of which can do wonders for your sex life.

Some of the saucy benefits include:

*enhanced sexual arousal

*more internal control during penetration

*more intense contractions during climax

*a stronger grip during sex, which could boost your partner’s orgasms

Studies show that vaginal weightlifting has other health benefits, too. Your pelvic organs are better supported by stronger pelvic floor muscles, which can help:

*ease symptoms of stress urinary incontinence

*prevent or treat uterine prolapse

*prevent leakage and improve your core after childbirth

But before you take up vaginal weightlifting, talk to your doctor to make sure the practice is right for you. “[It’s] best to address the root of the problem that vaginal weightlifting is trying to heal,” says Dr. Janet Brito, a licensed psychologist and certified sex therapist with the Center for Sexual and Reproductive Health. Although vaginal weightlifting may help your core concern, you may also benefit from additional therapies. Your doctor can help you develop a treatment plan that best suits your needs.

What do you use?

From cones to jade eggs, there a few different available options when it comes to weightlifting tools. Once you decide on which one you want to try, you can buy them from online medical supply stores or retailers like Amazon.

Jade egg

A jade egg is an oval-shaped stone weight that could fit in the palm of your hand. You can use the egg as-is, or tie a heavier object to it with a thick string. Anecdotal reports say using a jade egg can boost your sex life, but the practice is controversial and not recommended by doctors.

In fact, Dr. Brito cautions that jade eggs are made from a porous material that can trap bacteria. Jade eggs are also difficult to clean, allowing trapped bacteria to build up over time. This may lead to a serious infection, such as bacterial vaginosis.

“Overall, there’s no evidence in support of using jade eggs for pelvic floor training,” she says.

Cones or weights

The two most commonly used objects for vaginal weightlifting are:

Cones. These weighted tampon-sized objects are usually made of plastic-coated stainless steel.

Kegel exercise weights. These weights are typically made of medical-grade silicone and come in different shapes, such as teardrops or spheres.

Most cones or weights come in a group of six, ranging from 20 grams to 100 grams in size. But before you purchase a set, Dr. Brito suggests meeting with a pelvic floor therapist. They can help you determine whether this approach is right for you, as well as what size you should start with.

Specially-made sex toys

There aren’t any specially-made toys on the market for vaginal weightlifting — but that doesn’t mean ordinary objects can be used in the practice.

Anami has lifted everything from figurines and trophies to mangos and dragon fruit, often tied to a stone or egg held in her vagina. But if you’re new to vaginal weightlifting, you probably shouldn’t lift that bucket of apples just yet. Your doctor or a pelvic floor therapist can advise you on when you can safely increase your weight.

How to practice

If you want to start vaginal weightlifting, it’s important to know and practice the right techniques. Here are a few things to keep in mind before you begin.

Preparation

Before you start lifting, wash your hands thoroughly with soap and water. You should also make sure your weightlifting tool is clean — if not, wash that, too, using soap and water.

Run it under the tap to make sure all the soap residue is off.

You should start with the lightest weight and gradually progress to a heavier size over time.

Insertion

Apply a small amount of silicone-free lube on your weight so you can insert it safely. You can put in the weight the same way you would a tampon. Or, if you’re not a tampon user, you can lie on your back with one leg lifted.

The string on the object should still hang outside of your vagina after you’ve inserted it. If it’s not, you pushed the tool up too far. Simply relax your muscles to pull the weight out and readjust until it’s in the correct position.

Once it’s properly inserted, squeeze your pelvic floor muscles to hold the weight in place.

Practice

Start by doing 3 sets of 12 repetitions, 2 times a day, about 3 times a week. To do this, lift and squeeze the weight for 5 seconds, then relax for another 5 seconds. You can do this lying on your side or while standing up.

Contraction and relaxation should last no longer than 5 seconds, otherwise it may cause pelvic problems.

“Pelvic floor muscles aren’t meant to contract continuously, but meant to respond to different situations,” Brito tells Healthline. “To keep it contracted for long periods of time could more than likely contribute to pelvic floor dysfunction.”

You can gradually increase weight size as you move along in your practice. After about two months, try adding an exercise to your routine to help build strength. While holding the weight in your vagina, do some squats or walk up and down the stairs.

Removal and aftercare

You should be able to pull out the weight by slowly tugging on the string until it slips out. If you can’t find the string, don’t worry! Think of the weight as a tampon: It probably got pushed up deeper into your vagina, which means you’ll have to do a dig with your finger to find it. Once you do, gently grab the string, pull, and remove.

You can also remove vaginal weights the same way you inserted them. Once your weight is out, wash it thoroughly with soap and warm water. Keep in mind, though, that some products will have specific aftercare instructions, so make sure to follow those steps provided.

Are there any risks?

As with any exercise, vaginal weightlifting does come with some potential risks, including:

Overexertion, tearing, pain and discomfort

The easiest way to avoid these risks is to make sure you’re using the correct exercise technique and the right size weights. Dr. Brito suggests asking your doctor for more guidance on best practices for you and your body.

You may also want to avoid vaginal weightlifting all together if you:

*are pregnant or recovering from childbirth

*have pelvic pain or an active pelvic infection

*are recovering from gynecological surgery

You’re more likely to hurt yourself if you use vaginal weights during any of these situations. If you still want to try vaginal weightlifting, check with your doctor first.

The bottom line

There’s no doubt that vaginal weightlifting has some benefit to your health. It could improve your sex life, as well as prevent any unwanted leakage.

But vaginal weightlifting isn’t for everyone, so make sure you consult your doctor before strapping a surfboard to your Kegel balls. Knowing the right techniques and what your body can handle will help prevent pain and discomfort.

@healthline