HOW TO TAKE CARE OF YOUR GENUINE LEATHER FURNITURE IN NIGERIA

Leather as used in furniture is very stylish and among the more elegant and grandeur bringing materials. A touch of leather furniture in a home creates a cool aura and is seen as an expensive acquisition or owners pride. The harsh climate however demands extra care for this type of material. 1.Clean regularly with dry cloth.spills should be cleaned instantly. 2. Do not use solvents like methylated spirit or ammonia based solvents. Also use minimum water on leather.3.Finally keep leather out of direct sunlight unless you have window treatment.

HOW TO AVOID AND HANDLE SWINE FLU IN NIGERIA

All over the news these days ,there is this concern about swine flu,a deadly flu like disease.It was first transmitted from pigs to humans but recently,human transmission has been recorded. More than 180 persons have died especially in Mexico and the US. WHO is studying the disease and the centre for disease control is trying to get a vaccine. Symptoms include usual flu with fever above 40C. Some antivirals like tamiflu and relenza work in some cases.These tips help avoid and handle swine flu infection.1.Stay home and monitor any signs of flu as the virus mimics common flu.2.Contain your cough by covering your mouth while coughing.3.Constantly wash your hands using hand sanitizers where possible.4. Avoid unneccessary contact handshakes and facial greetings.5.Keep antivirals handy e.g oseltqamivir and zanamivir which should be taken within 24 to 48 hours of suspected infection.6.Soak and wash all fruits and vegetables although this is on proven source of infection.7.Avoid unsanitary food (mama put).

HOW TO CHECK WAEC AND JAMB INFORMATION FROM YOUR GSM PHONE

JAMB and WAEC examinations are once again around and the governing bodies have introduced and improved and more convenient way of checking information on your gsm phone.one can simply access the result for these bodies from their cell phones with these procedures
1.WAEC
text message format: WAEC *EXAM NO.*PIN*EXAM YEAR#
send this text to 32327.the result will show after a few minutes .Results can also be checked online via www.waecdirect.org
2.JAMB
text message format:JAMB*REG.NO*PIN# TO 32327 to display your centre.
for result text PIN*SERIAL NO.*REG NO. * PHONE NO # TO 32327

HOW TO MAKE OPTIMUM USE OF YOUR CELL PHONE (GSM) IN NIGERIA

The introduction of GSM services in Nigeria has no doubt, led to a lot of self-employment opportunities as well as general development of the country. Due to the moderate cost of the cell phone and its services in Nigeria these days, almost anybody can afford to have one. The question then is how many people really know that apart from making and receiving calls there are other features and uses of GSM phones. The following information will show how to optimize the use of your GSM line in Nigeria.
1. To stay on yahoo chat room, send chat to 32576
2. To get Nigeria television authority news, send by text, NTA news 35020
3. To get medical counseling, text your condition to 38120
4. To get answers to questions, text questions to 4078
5. To get your favorite news dailies, text PM#news or TNM#news to 3323 or 2653.
6. to get your weather forecast dial *#0228# (Samsung)

HOW TO DRESS AND LOOK SLIM(NIGERIAN LADIES)

Lately lots of Nigerian ladies are looking for how to attain a slim look.some and in fact a lot of these Nigerian ladies go to the gym to lose weight or appear slim others tend to go on special diets to slim down.
However, these few dressing tips will help to make a lady look slimmer than she really is.
1.Avoid horizontal stripes as these give a wider appearance.
2.Wear tops that are darker than the bottom .Dark tops give a more compact look.
3.Add height with heels /wedges.A taller figure seems to distribute the weight.
4.Avoid Lycra as they tend to cling to the body thereby emphasizing the figure.
5.Avoid pencil or baggy jeans or pants that are too tight or too lose rather straight jeans or boot cuts and pants should be favored.
6.Girdles and corsets are encouraged

HOW TO AVOID CANCER EXPOSURE FROM OLD PLASTIC CONTAINERS

Remember the story about bisphenol A, the carcinogen allegedly found in some old plastic containers and drink bottles and in the lining of cans. It was linked to cancer, but a research by the European food safety authority concluded that exposure to this chemical was within safe limits.
A U>S study is contesting the research and a new one is due soon. Meanwhile, this is how to lower your exposure to bisphenol A in Nigeria.
1. Discard old, cracked containers especially those older than 5 months.
2. Refill only with the original content if you must e.g water in bottled water containers.
3. Always check the expiry date of the product to give you an idea of the shelf life.
4. Destroy used bottles by puncturing them to avoid reuse by others.

HOW TO AVOID GOSSIP AT WORK

Jealousy,envy,negative attitudes,these words are all causes and results of gossiping.Gossiping reduces the quality of life at work while also demoralizing the work force. Gossiping is not uncommon to the Nigerian worker but one doesnt have to participate in it. Here are some ways to avoid gossiping at work. 1.Personally decide to refrain from gossiping.Be aware of your decision when talking. 2. Be cautious,polite and firm in avoiding gossips. 3.If gossip comes up,change the topic.Mention the latest film or new assignment given to you. 4.Ignore any nasty comments.When they notice you dont respond they will leave you alone.5. Set a good example by speaking positively and constructively. Remember a decent nature will also enhance your opportunities.