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NiMet forecasts 3-day sunshine, haziness from Sunday
The Nigerian Meteorological Agency (NiMet) has forecasted a period of sunshine and haziness from Sunday to Tuesday across the country. According to the weather outlook released on Sunday in Abuja, NiMet predicts sunny skies in a hazy atmosphere over the northern region during this forecast period. The North Central region is also expected to experience sunny skies in a hazy atmosphere.
In the Inland states of the South, NiMet anticipates cloudy skies with spells of sunshine. Coastal cities are expected to have cloudy skies with the possibility of thunderstorms over parts of Edo, Ondo, Imo, Ebonyi, Delta, Bayelsa, Rivers, Akwa Ibom, and Cross River states during the afternoon and evening hours.
Dust haze is foreseen over the northern region on Monday, while the North Central region is expected to experience sunny skies in a hazy atmosphere. The Inland states of the South and coastal cities are predicted to have cloudy skies with spells of sunshine, along with the likelihood of morning mist over Delta, Bayelsa, Lagos, Cross River, and Akwa Ibom. Thunderstorms are expected later in the day over parts of Rivers, Bayelsa, and Akwa Ibom states.
On Tuesday, NiMet forecasts dust haze with a visibility range of 2km to 5 km over the northern region. The North Central region is expected to experience dust haze as well. In the Inland states of the South and coastal cities, cloudy skies with spells of sunshine are anticipated.
NiMet issues a cautionary note about dust particles in suspension and advises the public, especially individuals with respiratory issues, to take necessary precautions. The agency also warns of the potential for moderate to heavy rainfall leading to flash floods and advises the public to exercise caution. Strong winds are likely to precede and accompany thunderstorms, and disaster risk managers, agencies, and individuals are advised to be proactive during the rainy season.
Finally, NiMet advises airline operators to obtain updated weather reports from its office for effective planning in their operations.
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US Patient Who Received First Pig Kidney Transplant Dies After Two Months
Richard “Rick” Slayman, aged 62, battled end-stage kidney disease prior to undergoing surgery in March. He became the first individual to undergo a transplant involving a genetically modified pig kidney. However, the hospital where the procedure took place recently announced his passing, two months after the operation.
Mr. Slayman had been grappling with end-stage kidney disease before undergoing the groundbreaking surgery in March. Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH), where the transplant was conducted, stated that there were no indications linking his demise to the transplant.
While previous attempts at transplanting organs from genetically modified pigs had failed, Mr. Slayman’s operation was regarded as a significant milestone. Apart from kidney disease, he also struggled with Type 2 diabetes and hypertension. In 2018, he underwent a human kidney transplant, but the organ began to fail after five years.
Following his pig kidney transplant on March 16, doctors confirmed that he no longer required dialysis, indicating that the new organ was functioning effectively. MGH expressed gratitude to Mr. Slayman for his willingness to advance the field of xenotransplantation, referring to the transfer of living cells, tissues, or organs from one species to another.
His sudden passing deeply saddened MGH, which extended condolences to his family. Mr. Slayman’s relatives described his story as an inspiration, emphasizing his hope to provide encouragement for the thousands in need of transplants.
Though Mr. Slayman received the first pig kidney transplant, it wasn’t the inaugural use of pig organs in transplant procedures. Two other patients had previously received pig heart transplants, but unfortunately, they passed away shortly afterward. In one instance, signs of organ rejection were observed, a common risk in transplants.
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Benue Govt bans farming on idle plots within Makurdi metropolis
Benue State Governor, Rev. Fr. Hyacinth Alia, has issued an order banning farming on idle plots within Màkurdi metropolis.
He directed that all those using empty plots of land and the frontage of their houses to cultivate crops within Makurdi metropolis, should stop immediately.
This was contained in a statement by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor, Tersoo Kula on Saturday in Makurdi.
Kula said the directive became neccessary because such areas are used as hideouts by criminals, who prefer dark areas to perpetrate their evil acts.
“The Government of Benue State under the leadership of Rev Fr Dr Hyacinth Iormem Alia is set to beautify the state capital.
“Therefore, those who are using any portion of Land within Makurdi town, including spaces within and around offices, road and street set-backs to farm are directed to stop immediately.
“Those who have properly fenced their plots may be excused to farm only within the fenced portion(s).
“The Governor warns that any person caught farming on any portion of land in the state capital, will be made to answer certain questions.”
CREDIT: DAILY POST
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Gov Uba Sani vows to punish promoters of conflict in Kaduna
Governor Uba Sani of Kaduna State has vowed that his administration will take concrete measures to punish those who promote conflict in the state.
The governor made the statement on Saturday in a meeting with the new executives of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kaduna.
He urged religious leaders to actively advocate for peace and unity among their followers and appreciated the collaborative efforts of both the Jama’atu Nasril Islam (JNI) and CAN towards the sustenance of peace and unity among themselves.
He assured his commitment to fulfilling the promises made during his election campaigns, stressing that Kaduna is important as a hub in northern Nigeria.
He said, “I am committed to supporting clerics by providing vehicles to reach all parts of the state effectively to spread messages of peace and unity.”
Rev Celeb Maaji, the new Kaduna CAN chairman, had earlier praised the governor for his achievements in less than one year, saying that the governor’s historic attendance at a Christmas carol event last year was the true example of a good leadership.
The CAN state chairman assured of the Christian community’s support for the governor’s administration and urged him to reintroduce Christian activities such as the pilgrims board and Bible quiz competition in the state.
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