Entertainment

Fast-rising star Lyricz proves his versatility in much-anticipated EP ‘’ADDICTION’’

Ihesiulo Grace 8 September 2020 0

By Mutiat Alli Revered Nigerian Afro-pop musician Lyricz has once again proven to his fans and the world that he is indeed a force to reckon with in the music scenery. The star, famed for his unrivalled vocals and lyrics recently announced to music lovers that his much-anticipated EP dubbed

Health

Codeine off shelves: Here’s what you need to know

Ihesiulo Grace 16 May 2018 0

Although many people believe that codeine has a soothing relief on cough and flu, not many people are aware that persistent intake of codeine is harmful to the body. According to some health experts, “Codeine can cause opioid tolerance, dependence, addiction, poisoning, and in high doses, death.” Research published in the Medical Journal of Australia […]

Health News

Nigeria’s cough syrup problem: Emzor suspends distribution

Ihesiulo Grace 1 May 2018 0

Emzor Pharmaceuticals has suspended distribution of its cough syrup, following a BBC investigation into its role in an addiction epidemic, even as it has dismissed a company executive who was caught selling 60 bottles of cough syrup to an undercover reporter. The syrup, containing the highly addictive opioid, codeine, is used by young Nigerians, especially […]

Kiddies World

Signs Your Child Is a Video Game Addict

Ihesiulo Grace 21 April 2015 0

Some people are wired to become addicted to the unique stimuli provided by video games. See checklist of signs parents should watch for. Does your child … Play almost every day? Play for extended periods (more than three or four hours at a time)? Play for excitement? Get restless and irritable if he or she […]