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A disturbing video has emerged online showing a Nigerian Army Major General and other soldiers br¥tally a§§aulting a couple in their vehicle in public.
The viral footage reveals the harsh treatment of the couple by the soldiers. This incident raises concerns about the Nigerian Army’s conduct and treatment of civilians.
In the video, the soldiers are seen repeatedly hitting and kicking the young man, who appears helpless and defenceless.
It was learnt that the couple was a§§aulted for overtaking the soldiers’ vehicle. The video has sparked calls for accountability and reform within the military to prevent such incidents in the future. Many have condemned the soldiers’ actions, citing human rights violations and the need for restraint.
Although details on the location and date of the incident remain unclear, the footage reveals the victims pleading for help as they s¥ffer at the hands of the military personnel.
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Music executive Pauloo has revealed that 99% of Nigerians are going through hardship, while only 1% flaunt their wealth, oblivious to the struggles.
He continued that to his fellow 99% Nigerians, he want to say they are the REAL MVPs. Despite the challenges, you remain resilient, strong and vibrant.
Embrace your awesomeness, hug yourself tight and be proud of who you are! Nigerians are still the happiest people globally.
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If you have a serious medical condition that affects your gastrointestinal (GI) tract, you may need an ostomy. An ostomy can be life-changing, and in some cases, lifesaving. It's estimated that up to one million Americans currently live with one.
What is an ostomy?
Ostomy is a medical term for a surgery that changes the way urine or stool leaves the body. This article will focus on ostomy procedures related to stool.
Briefly, during an ostomy procedure, the surgeon connects the small or large intestine to a stoma, or opening, in the abdominal wall. This allows waste to exit the body while bypassing part of the digestive tract. Instead of leaving the body through the anus, stool collects in a special pouch placed inside or right outside the abdomen. An ostomy may be temporary or permanent.
Who might need an ostomy?
An ostomy may be needed if an injury or illness prevents waste from exiting the body. For example:
In some cases, ostomy may be reversed once treatment for the underlying condition is complete or an injury has healed.
Types of ostomies
There are two main types of ostomies: a colostomy and an ileostomy. Your surgeon will recommend one or the other depending on which part of your intestine is affected.
Colostomy
During this surgery, diseased or damaged portions of the colon, or large intestine, are removed, and the remaining portion is diverted through an opening in the abdominal wall.
Ileostomy
With this surgery, diseased or damaged portions of the ileum, or small intestine, are removed and the remaining part is redirected to an opening in the abdominal wall.
What to expect after surgery
A nurse will go over everything you need to know about post-surgical care — including how your ostomy bag works — before you leave the hospital. You will be in the hospital for anywhere from three to 10 days after the procedure. You'll usually be sent home once stool begins to exit your body through your stoma.
You'll experience many changes after surgery, including the following:
Changes in bowel movements. You may find that your bowel movements are looser and less formed. This should improve with time, as your digestive tract heals.
Excess gas. It's normal to be gassier after ostomy surgery. Avoiding the following can help:
You may also need to temporarily limit high-fiber foods like raw fruits and vegetables, nuts, and seeds. You'll be able to gradually reintroduce these foods after a few weeks.
Dehydration. Up to 30% of patients become dehydrated after ostomy surgery. It's the most common cause of hospital readmission. In general, it's recommended that adult men drink 13 cups of fluid a day, and adult women 9 cups. You'll need to increase that by about 2 to 3 cups per day after surgery. The best fluid choices are water, broth, and Pedialyte.
Managing your ostomy bag and caring for your skin
A common problem with ostomy bags is leakage of body waste. A study published in the journal Nursing Open found that about 14% of ostomy patients report leakage at least once a week. You can help reduce the chance of this happening by carefully following the care instructions provided by your nurse.
For example, you'll need to empty your ostomy bag when it's one-third full (usually five to eight times a day). In addition to reducing the risk of leakage, this will help to prevent unpleasant odors. You'll go to the bathroom and empty the pouch's contents into the toilet, then clean the bottom of the pouch with toilet paper. You will also need to change your pouch every three days or so. You can shower or bathe either with or without your ostomy bag.
The skin around your stoma can become irritated from the ostomy bag. To help prevent this, your ostomy pouch comes with a skin barrier. Also called a wafer, this barrier sticks to the skin and helps keep the ostomy bag in place. It's very important that the skin barrier is the right size. If it's too small, or too large, it can injure the stoma, cause skin irritation, or cause an unpleasant odor. Your nurse can help you determine if your skin barrier fits properly.
You should replace the skin barrier whenever you change your ostomy bag. Clean around your stoma with warm water and a washcloth, dry the skin, then apply the new skin barrier. Pastes and powders are also available over the counter to make the skin barrier easier to apply and to help prevent irritation.
Common challenges and solutions
Here are some common challenges you may encounter after your ostomy — along with solutions to make them more manageable.
Odor. Ostomy pouches are designed to contain odors. But odors are normal when the pouch is being emptied. Ostomy pouch deoderants and room sprays can help neutralize unpleasant odors during emptying.
Travel. You can still hit the road (or a train, or a plane) with an ostomy bag. Bring twice the number of supplies that you normally need. Pack some with you, and some in another place like your suitcase in case one gets lost. You can also download a TSA Travel Communication Card, and a Restroom Access Communication Card, to discreetly let airport and airplane staff know you have an ostomy.
Trouble absorbing medications. Because an ostomy shortens the duration of the digestive process, it may be harder to absorb medications after ostomy surgery, especially if you take enteric-coated pills or time-release capsules. Tell all your doctors and your pharmacist if you have had ostomy surgery. They can make sure you get medications in the form you need, whether they are prescription or over the counter. Let them know immediately if you see any full or partially digested pills in your ostomy bag.
Anemia. It may be harder to absorb nutrients such as vitamin B12 from food after ostomy surgery. As a result, you can develop anemia, a condition where your body can't produce enough red blood cells and that can make you feel very tired. Ask your doctor whether you should take a vitamin B12 supplement.
Sex. You may feel self-conscious about having sex after your ostomy. Open communication with your partner is key. You may want to simply start with kissing and cuddling. Intercourse won't injure your stoma, but a side lying position may be most comfortable. Sometimes, men experience temporary problems with erection. Women may notice vaginal dryness. There are medication options to help with both.
Exercise and other physical activies. People who have an ostomy can do all the activities they did before surgery, from biking and skiing to jogging or gardening. If you play contact sports, you may want to purchase a stoma guard. Also talk to your doctor about stomach strengthening exercises, to reduce the risk of developing a hernia.
If you are a swimmer, you may worry that your ostomy bag will leak in the water. Ostomy pouches are specially designed to prevent that from happening. If you are still worried, you can apply waterproof tape to the pouch for added security. You may also want to empty your pouch before you dive in.
Although the idea of having an ostomy pouch can take some getting used to, and despite the need to deal with certain challenges, research suggests that most people enjoy the same quality of life after the procedure that they had before their ostomy.
Support and resources for living with an ostomy
These resources can make it easier to live with an ostomy:
United Ostomy Associations of America. This nonprofit organization provides informational materials on life with an ostomy, as well as support groups.
Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nurses Society (WOCN). This website provides resources for patients and families. It can help you find an ostomy nurse to help with ostomy care, as well as adjusting to life with an ostomy.
Source: Harvard Health Publishing
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A lady has revealed her unique food preference.
She said this in response to actor Yomi’s outburst of enjoying to smell his fart. She said she enjoys eating raw uncooked beef and ponmo.
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Shock as actor Abayomi Alvin unveils his unexpected secret hobby.
He said he secretly like to smell his fart. He asked if he is the only one that like this.
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Fela Durotoye, a Nigerian public speaker, says he worked in the administration of President Bola Tinubu for just six months without receiving a salary.
In October 2023, Tinubu appointed Durotoye as senior special assistant on national values and social justice. Following Tinubu’s appointment of Daniel Bwala as special adviser on public communications and media, on Friday, some Nigerians on social media criticised the president for appointing a plethora of media aides without considering the cost of governance.
In a 13-man list that went viral on social media, Durotoye was named as one of the media aides to the president. In an opinion piece published on Monday, Durotoye said his appointment as aide to the president ended in March 2024. He added that throughout the six months of his appointment as the president’s aide, he didn’t receive any salary, allowance, or upkeep as a government official.
“Like many other issues in the public discourse, social commentary often has the tendency to overgeneralise; and broad assumptions may sometimes lead to errors of misconceptions, misstatements and misinformation,” Durotoye said. “One of such errors is in a recent case study that went viral on social media regarding the current media team of the president, where my name was listed as one of the president’s media aides. Unfortunately, this statement needs to be updated to accurately reflect the current media team of the president. For clarity, I served briefly in the role of Senior Special Assistant to the President on National Values and Social Justice (SSA-NVSJ) for a tenure of six months, from October 2023 to March 2024.
When I was invited to serve in this administration, I expressed, as a condition for accepting the call, my desire to NOT receive a salary from the government, as I considered this to be my service to my nation. When I finally accepted the role in October 2023, it was on the condition that I would not receive any salary or allowances. During my six-month tenure, I did not accept any government funds for my service, expenses, or upkeep.
I rented my apartment and took my personal car to Abuja. My utility cost, fuel cost and upkeep were all borne by me and I never requested a reimbursement from the government for any expenses I incurred. Everything I contributed-time, effort, and resources-was paid for by me and my family.”
