by, Sapient Writa

The Governor of the Pace Setter State, H.E Seyi Makinde has finally tested negative for COVID-19 otherwise known as Coronavirus.

Recall that the governor had initially been tested positive for the virus,as he had opened up to declare,both on his official facebook and twitter account on 30th of March, 2020, although claimed to be asymptomatic.

Again, he has made it known to the people of the state and the world that he is now free from the virus. He has been tested negative for the virus.

This was made known yesterday, Sunday,5th of April,2020, on his official twitter account alongside his official facebook account.

The statement read: “I am deeply moved by your prayers and support throughout this period. I am so thankful.

“This evening, I received my second negative test result for COVID-19. I especially thank Prof Temitope Alonge, who acted in my stead as Head of the Oyo State COVID-19 Task Force”.

The governor also made it clear that he will be resuming today (Monday) as the head of the task force in the state.

He said “I am also grateful to all members of the Task Force for their cooperation during this time. I will be resuming my responsibility as Head of the Task Force from tomorrow.”

From his statement, it can be derived that the governor had undergone the COVID-19 test twice before he could come out clean and clear that he is now free from the virus.

The active cases of COVID-19 in Oyo State is nine (9),and the state government is still on the verge of total riddance of the pandemic, off from the state.

© Sapient Writa.

by, Phoenix Ink.

Carrot

Carrot with the botanical name (Daucus carota) is a crunchy, tasty and highly nutritious root vegetable which is a perfect healthy food.

They are good source of beta carotene, Vitamin K1 and antioxidants.

Carrots have many health benefits which you should not miss out.
They actually have season they grow and when it is their season they are easy to come across and get,likewise they are pocket friendly.

Carrots are in many colors including;
yellow,
white,
red,
orange,
purple,

so don’t be surprised if you see another color other than orange, they are safe to eat too.

Here are their benefits;

• They are rich in Vitamins and Minerals

They are good source of Vitamin A,B6, K1,Biotin,Potassium.

Vitamin A promotes good vision and is important for growth,development and immune function.

Vitamin K1 is important for blood coagulation and can also promote bone health.

• Carrots reduce risk of cancer

Carrots are rich in carotenoids which may help to decrease the risk of cancer such as colon,breast,prostrate cancer.

• They lower blood cholesterol

Intake of carrots helps lower blood cholesterol because high blood cholesterol is a major factor for heart disease.

• They improve eye health

Intake of carrots help diminish night blindness which is caused by low intake of Vitamin and other foods rich in Carotenoid.

• Carrots support weight loss

Carrot is a low calorie food which increase fullness and decrease calorie intake during subsequent meals,so if you want to decrease in weight you can add it to your diet.

Carrots are safe to eat but may have adverse effect in some people if they are allergic to it which may cause their mouth to tingle or itch while in some people it may trigger swelling of the throat.

Also,eating too much carrots can make ones skin a little yellow or orange but this is harmless and safe if you want to be a little yellow.

Likewise oil can be gotten from carrot too which is used in skin care product and also for hair product.

Stay safe
Covid19 is real
Eat healthy
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© Phoenix Ink
(TOPS Food Journalist)

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Mango

Mango is a common and edible fruit in some parts of India,South East Asia and some parts of Africa.

In some parts of the world it is called “King of fruits” and there are 100 types of mango with each having different taste, shape, size and colour.

Mango is packed with lots of nutritional benefits,here are some of the benefits;

•It may improve digestive health

It contains plenty of water and dietary fibre,it may help to stop constipation and diarrhoea.

•It support Eye Health

Mangoes are a good source of Vitamin A.
A lack of vitamin A can cause dry eyes and nighttime blindness.

•It improve hair and skin health

Mangoes are good source of Vitamin C,which promotes healthy hair and good skin.The vitamin C in mango gives the skin elasticity and prevents it from sagging and wrinkling.
It also provides Vitamin A which promotes healthy hair.

•It reduces the risk of certain cancers

Mango contains polyphenol which fights oxidative stress which can lead to colon, breast, lung and bone cancer.

•It is delicious and easy to add to diet

Mango is delicious and can be enjoyed in many ways and it can be served along with other fruits,add to smoothies.

However,it contains more sugar than other fruits,so moderation is required, like they say, too much of everything us bad.

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COVID-19 is real

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(TOPS Food Journalist)

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by, Phoenix Ink.

The deadly contagious virus came by and within some months its wiping out nations.

It brought total lock down to everyone across the globe,it has killed thousands of people in a glimpse. And unfortunately enough it spreads through and amongst human being.

Fellow Humans, COVID-19 has helped me to appreciate everyone around me,to check on them,to look out for them,forgive them.

Let’s find time to appreciate everyone around us,be kind to them,forgive them,love them more,stay with them cause we never know when the last time will be and where it will be.

The families of the COVID-19 victims can relate well because they never expected the death of their loved ones this soon and if at all they expected it,they never thought they won’t be by their side when death comes. But Alas!

This virus does not announce, it didn’t give them a chance of a befitting burial rather a mass burial whereby their body can’t be touched,no final bath for them,no final words,no good bye messages rather a lonely death.

Before COVID-19, we used to claim there is no time, but COVID-19 is here ,there is time but no chance to move around cause of the virus and the fear of contracting it.

Let’s be thoughtful of this case and change for good.

After COVID-19, let’s not go back to our old habits,but rather we should improve and make things work well for ourselves.

Stay safe,
COVID-19 is real.

Let’s be prayerful and thoughtful.

© Phoenix Ink.
(TOPS Food Journalist)

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by, Sapient Writa

Engr Oluseyi Abiodun Makinde,Governor of Oyo state has been tested positive to COVID-19,otherwise known as Coronavirus.

The governor made this known both in a tweet on his official twitter account and a post on his official facebook account on Monday,30th of March 2020.

In his statement,he said, “I just received my COVID-19 confirmation test result. It is POSITIVE. I am asymptomatic and will continue to self-isolate.

“I have designated Prof Temitope Alonge, former Chief Medical Director of the University College, Ibadan, as the Head of COVID-19 Task Force while I recover fully.

“Please continue to comply with all the directives from the COVID-19 Task Force. Stay home, stay safe.”

The State’s capital,Ibadan has recorded 7 cases of the pandemic so far,according to NCDC,and all measures to prevent the virus from spreading further are been rightly taken with full efforts and efficiency by the State Government.

©Sapient Writa

Foods that boost immune system.

Coronavirus has made us all on lockdown in our various homes.As the case of COVID-19,we need foods that will boost our immune system likewise we should not forget the necessary safety precautions because prevention is better than cure.

Here are foods nearby us that can boost our immune system this period and always,they are cheap and also easy to get.

•Sweet potatoes.

Sweet potatoes are rich in vitamin A.
It helps to protect the skin against damage from ultraviolet rays and also gives us a healthy skin.

•Ginger

It is rich in antioxidant and anti-inflammatory which has a lot of health benefits.

It can be use to make teas,blend with pepper as spice or added to Hibiscus tea(Zobo)

•Garlic

Its a common home remedy for the prevention of common cold.

Taking garlic reduce the risk of getting common cold because it contains Allicin supplement.

•Oranges

They are excellent source of vitamin C.

Vitamin C helps to reduce common cold system and it also help to boost immune system.

•Red ball pepper(Tatashe)

They are alternative source of Vitamin C.

It is blend with other variety of peppers like Tomato,Habanero.

They help boost immune system too.

It is also important to be mindful of other lifestyle factors that may affect immune system such as exercising and not smoking.

It is also essential to remember that the the immune system is complex,eating a healthful food and balanced diet is a way to support and improve the immune system.

Let’s stay safe and be mindful of what we eat.

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COVID-19 is real

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(TOPS Food Journalist)

African Star Apple

The season of African star Apple is here again.

It is certainly known as “Agbalumo” in Yoruba tribe and “Udara” in the Igbo tribe with botanical name Chrysophyllum albidum.

If you have not taken this fruit this season,don’t miss it cause you will miss a lot of its benefit.And there are lots interesting health benefits you won’t want to miss out,like;

•It has high vitamin C content.

It is rich in vitamin C of about 25mg which helps to fight cardiovascular diseases,prenatal health problems, eye sight problem likewise skin wrinkling and guess what it prevent gum disease.

•It also helps in weight loss.

If you are the type that wants to decrease in weight,this fruit is perfect for you cause it contains 67 calories which makes it a good option for weight issues.

•It is good for expecting mothers,i.e, pregnant women.

Here is a good news for expecting mums.
Agbalumo has an acidic taste that’s helps to decrease the urge of vomiting during some stages in pregnancy.

•It is used as a natural remedy too.

Herbal practitioners use the bark of the tree to treat malaria and yellow fever.The leaves is also used for treating stomach ache,treating wound and for diarrhea.

However it has some other by-products for usage,such as using it for juice and jam fruit which is used to eat bread and also used in desserts.

Moreso,too much of everything is bad,avoid taking too much of African star Apple cause it causes stomach chills when taken too much.

Stay safe

COVID-19 is real

Food journalism

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by, Press Council TOPS

COVID-19 also known as Corona virus has been a Global issue to the world which is causing high mortality rate and sinking the world’s economy.

As we all know that prevention is better than cure, it is better to take some preventive measures than being infected.

Hence,here are some safety measures to take against this Celebrity Virus;

•Stay home, do not visit people, avoid partying this time.

•Washing your hands thoroughly with antiseptic soap and water.

•Reduce shaking of hands if possible don’t shake hands with people.

•Using of face mask.

•Any one that notice the symptoms should use face mask to avoid infecting others and complain to the nearest hospital.

•Using of hand sanitizer; do you know you can make your sanitizer at home?

Just add your Moko spirit+Glycerine+Aloe vera and yes! You have your hand sanitizer.

•And when using your hand sanitizer, do not move closer to fire or gas because it is highly inflammable.

•Avoid touching your face, unnecessarily.

•Take your bath thoroughly with antiseptic soap and water.

•Eat healthy food to strengthen your immune system.

Everyone should make sure that their mouth and throat are moist, never DRY.

Drink a few sips of water at least every 15 minutes.

WHY?
Even if the virus gets into your mouth, water or other liquids will sweep it away through the oesophagus and into the stomach. Once in the belly,the stomach gastric acid will kill all the virus.

If you don’t drink enough water more regularly, the virus can get into your airways and lungs. It is very dangerous.

from Press Council TOPS to all Students and staff of The Oke Ogun Polytechnic,Saki.

Please,Stay more safe and Healthier during this period.

©Press Council TOPS

by, Sapient Writa.

The management of The Oke Ogun Polytechnic, Saki,has finally made announcement in respect and to comply with  the publicized decision of the Oyo state government on Friday,20th of March 2020,over the recent outbreak of COVID-19 also known as Corona Virus.

In compliance with the State Government’s decision as part of the preventive measures against the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic, The Oke Ogun Polytechnic,Saki has been shut down,closing all activities within the Institution until further notice.

This broadcast was made and passed officially by the Institution’s Acting Rector, ESV K.O Ogunmola and the Acting Registrar, Mr R.F Adeniji on Saturday,21st of March,2020.

“The Oke-Ogun Polytechnic,Saki (TOPS) hereby announces closure of all activities within the institution until further notice. Any inconvenience is highly regretted.”

Students and Staff of the Institution should be informed of this and take the necessary preventive measures against COVID-19 as they all are expected to suspend all activities on campus till the School announces resumption again when there has been confirmed cases of total safety and annihilation of the pandemic.

©Sapient Writa

by News Break Ng.

As part of the preventive measures against the spread of the Coronavirus pandemic, the Oyo State Government has announced the closure of all public and private schools in the state.

The Governor of the State, Engineer Seyi Makinde, made this known while addressing journalists on Friday evening at the state’s government house.

He said: “Let me tell you about the decisions that we are taking after this first meeting. One, Emergency Operation Centers should be activated within 72hours. Also, Diagnostic Center should be step up within 72 hours. Schools should be closed immediately till after Easter. The Maternal and Health Center at Olodo has now be redesignated as the State Infectious Disease Hospital. Two dedicated ambulances should be provided. Disease Surveillance and Notification Officers DSNOs in the 33 local government areas and 35 LCDAs will be activated. The Free Health Mission is hereby suspended. Also, ongoing employee verification is suspended.

“We will heighten our enlightenment. Wash centers will be activated in the market and public places and the personal protective gear will be provided for our health workers through emergency purchases.”

The move became necessary to prevent residents of the state from getting more vulnerable to the pandemic.

News Source:

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https://newsbreakng.com/breaking-oyo-govt-announces-closure-of-schools-till-after-easter-suspends-free-health-mission-others-over-coronavirus/