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Osimhen opts for Gala’s number 45 shirt

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago01 mins

Reigning African footballer of the Year, Victor Osimhen has reportedly opted to wear No. 45 shirt at Galatasaray for the 2024-25 campaign. Italy-based transfer expert Fabrizio Romano revealed this on his social media handle on Wednesday. Osimhen was not short of traditional options when it came to squad numbers that he could have chosen. Most notably, the number seven shirt is currently vacant. During the 2018-19 season, Osimhen wore that number with Belgian side Charleroi, where he netted 20 goals from 36 appearances in all competitions. Osimhen has spent the last day or so in Turkey with Galatasaray officially showcasing his arrival and time in the country on their social media pages.

Lagos commissioner leads officials on redline rail passenger ride

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

As part of the ongoing trial phase, the Lagos State Commissioner for Transportation, Mr. Oluwaseun Osiyemi, today, led officials from the Ministry of Transportation on a non-fee paying ride aboard the Redline Rail. The journey, which took place between Ikeja and Agbado, marked a significant milestone in the testing process. For the past six weeks, the Lagos Metropolitan Area Transport Authority (LAMATA) has conducted test runs without passengers, achieving a 90 percent success rate. This current phase, involving non-fee paying passengers, aims to study passenger behaviour along the corridor and provide LAMATA with valuable insights to fine-tune the operations before the official launch of passenger services. The train arrived at Ikeja Train Station at approximately 1:19 pm, boarding passengers before making brief stops at Agege and Iju stations, and ultimately arriving at Agbado Train Station at 1:47 PM. The return journey from Agbado commenced at 2:50 PM, with the train reaching Ikeja at 3:19 PM. Key officials who joined the Commissioner on the exercise include the Permanent Secretary, Mr. Olawale Musa; the Managing Director of LAMATA, Engr. Abimbola Akinajo; the Senior Special Assistant to the Governor on Transportation, Hon. Toyin Aremu and Directors in the Ministry of Transportation amongst others.

Low libido and solutions after menopause

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago018 mins

During menopause, people may experience a fall in libido or sex drive. Medical treatments, counseling, and lifestyle changes may help increase a person’s sex drive during menopause. The medical name for low libido is hypoactive sexual desire disorder (HSDD). It is a common experience among females, especially around menopause. In 2012, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA)Trusted Source identified HSDD as one of 20 high priority diseases that need focused attention. Usually, a decline in estrogen levels begins when a person is in their 40s. Over the next 2–8 years Trusted Source, periods may become less regular and then stop completely. The time before menopause is called perimenopause. Menopause is when a person has had no menstruation for 12 months. Around menopause, a number of symptoms can occur, such as hot flashes. Other changes include a thinning of the vaginal wall, known as vaginal atrophy, and vaginal dryness. These and other factors can contribute to a fall in libido or sex drive and pain during sex. Vaginal atrophy and dryness do not improve over time, but treatment can help manage them. In this article, we look at how menopause might affect someone’s sex drive and some ways to enhance libido. Sex and gender Sex and gender exist on spectrums. This article will use the terms “male,” “female,” or both to refer to sex assigned at birth. Click here to learn more. Menopause and libido Menopause is when a female stops having her period permanently, but it affects more than the menstrual cycle. Menopause can cause physical and emotional changes that affect a person’s life, including their sex life. Depression can also affect libido. Depression is common among females in mid-life and around menopause, but researchers have not found a direct link between the two. Each of these can affect a person’s quality of life and relationships. Libido refers to sexual interest and sexual enjoyment. Doctors consider a low libido an aspect of sexual dysfunction. Other causes of low libido include issues of arousal, desire, orgasm, and pain. Libido varies among individuals. Links between low libido and its possible causes after menopause are complex. A person should work with a doctor to address what may be causing low libido for them. Why does libido change around menopause? Various changes and lifestyle factors can affectTrusted Source a person’s sex life around and after menopause. Not all of them relate directly to menopause. Experts have not linkedTrusted Source a low libido directly with hormonal changes, but they may contribute to hot flashes and other factors that can play a role. Physical effects on sex organs Physical changes can contribute to a lower sex drive. Vaginal atrophy is the medical name for the vagina becoming drier and its walls thinner. These physical changes may include the following: The tissues of the vagina and labia become thinner and less sensitive to sexual stimulation.Vaginal lubrication decreases, leading to vaginal dryness. Sex may be uncomfortable or painful.Dyspareunia may occur. With dyspareunia, persistent or recurrent genital pain happens before, during, or after intercourse.Reduced blood flow may affect overall arousal. Sex may be less enjoyable, and it may be harder to have an orgasm.Around 27–60%Trusted Source of people report vaginal dryness and pain. Mental health Fluctuating hormone levels can also affect a person’s mental health. In turn, this can affect libido. High levels of stress can occur due to life’s daily needs. A person may be juggling work, parenting, and caring for older parents. The changes in hormone levels can lead to irritability or depression, and dealing with everyday stress may be challenging. Relationship issues and body image can also affect mental well-being and libido. Effect of other symptoms Symptoms associated with menopause may affect a person’s sex drive. Examples include:Hot flashesNight sweats Other factors Other factors that can dampen libido around menopause include: Anyone with concerns about a fall in libido can speak with a doctor. They may be able to offer treatment. Various measures may help increase libido. They include medical treatments, lifestyle tips, and home remedies. Medical treatmentsMedical treatments can help manageTrusted Source factors that contribute to low libido, such as vaginal dryness, night sweats, and anxiety. Some treatments may address libido directly. In trials, around 25% of people who used this drug experienced an increase in sexual desire, compared with 17% who took a placebo. In addition, around 35% noted a reduction in other distress factors relating to sex, compared with 31% after using a placebo. It appears to improve sexual desire and reduce related issues by activating a part of the nervous system known as melancortin receptors. However, experts do not know precisely how it works. A person will need to inject it at least 45 minutes before sexual activity. Individuals can decide when to take it depending on how long they find the effects to last. People should not use more than one dose in 24 hours or more than eight doses per month. Side effects include a rise in blood pressure, and it is not suitable for those with a history of hypertension or cardiovascular disease. Lubricants An over-the-counter lubricant can reduce discomfort during sex. Over-the-counter moisturizers can help reduce dryness. A person will need to use it every few days. Note that non-water-soluble and silicone-based lubricants can break down condoms used to protect against sexually transmitted infections (STIs). Which lubricants are best for menopause dryness?Hormonal and nonhormonal pillsEstrogen pills, creams, or vaginal rings can help address vaginal dryness and vaginal atrophy. They require a prescription. Hormone therapy can help with hot flashes and mood changes. Ospemifene is a nonhormonal treatment for vaginal dryness and atrophy. Counseling Counseling can help manage depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges that occur during menopause. Couples therapy can help people address issues affecting their relationship, whether or not they are directly related to sex. It may also help them speak openly about how they feel. Treatment for other conditions Around the same age as menopause, the risk of various other health issues increases, such…

Fans to pay N1,000 and N3,000 to watch Eagles, Cheetahs

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago01 mins

Tickets for Saturday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match between the Super Eagles and the Cheetahs of Benin Republic at the Godswill Akpabio Stadium, Uyo will go on sale on Friday. While the VIP tickets will go for N3,000 each, fans who opt for the regular stands will pay N1,000 each. Match ticket sale-points, according to the NFF Marketing and Sponsorship department, include Uyo Township Stadium; Government Primary School, Obio Etoi; Memories FM (Ernest Bassey Street); Comfort FM (Ikot Akpanabia); Inspiration FM (Udo Udoma) and De-Choice Shopping Plaza. Other sale-points will be designated by Thursday. Saturday’s cracker, which is a Matchday 1 encounter in the race for the finals, will kick off at 5pm.

Osimhen sacks Agent after transfer saga

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago04 mins

eports out of Italy state that Napoli superstar Victor Osimhen has fired his agent, Roberto Calenda, after a nightmare transfer saga saw the striker end up on loan at Turkish club Galatasaray. Osimhen, 25, rose to fame when he scored 26 goals in 32 Serie A matches in 2022-23 to lead them to an historic league title. That led to him signing a massive new contract with the club that included a €130M release clause. However, the contract and clause have since proved to be troublesome. Osimhen expressed his desire to leave the club last season. But Napoli would not let him do so without a significant transfer fee. The troubles only grew larger when the club hired manager Antonio Conte, who claimed he didn’t want Osimhen in his squad. This summer, multiple clubs expressed interest in signing the Nigerian striker. European giants Paris Saint-Germain and Chelsea entered the fray, as did uber-rich Saudi club Al-Ahli. PSG ultimately opted to go in a different direction, pulling out the bidding. Al-Ahli agreed to a deal with Napoli, but could not come to terms with Osimhen, who hoped to remain in Europe. Similarly, Chelsea appeared to agree to a deal with Napoli, but wanted to significantly cut Osimhen’s weekly wages from €350K per week to around half of that. Osimhen also stated he did not want to accept a loan deal to any club, and ultimately the Chelsea negotiations broke down, leaving him stuck in Napoli. Conte doubled down on his stance and did not include the star in the team’s official league roster. With his career at a standstill, Osimhen then negotiated a loan deal (which he previously declined) to Turkish club Galatasaray, but with several conditions. Galatasary paid half of his weekly wages, while Napoli paid the other half. The loan deal also included a change in his release clause from €130M to a reported €70M. And he can cut the loan short in January if another club is interested in purchasing him. Reports out of Italy suggest Osimhen negotiated each of these terms with the help of intermediary, rather than with Calenda. “The negotiation, reports the Neapolitan newspaper, was conducted by the African striker in the first person, without the support of the historic agent Roberto Calenda. Osimhen has given up returning to Nigeria, no longer trusts anyone, he understood that staying in Naples would have been impossible and accepted the proposal,” the report claimed. It’s quite possible Osimhen finds a new club in January. But for the time being, it appears he fumbled the bag in a massive way at the most important stage of his career. And it seems he blames Calenda for the blunder.

NFF appoints Aliyu Zubairu as Head Coach, Flying Eagles

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago01 mins

The Executive Committee of Nigeria Football Federation has approved the recommendation of its Technical and Development Sub-Committee for the appointment of Mr. Aliyu Zubairu as Head Coach of the National U20 Boys, Flying Eagles. The appointment of Zubairu, who led El-Kanemi Warriors of Maiduguri to win the President Federation Cup at the expense of Abia Warriors FC in Lagos in June, takes immediate effect. Zubairu’s immediate task is to put together and prepare a team for the WAFU B U20 Championship, scheduled for October/November in Togo, where the zone’s representative will emerge for next year’s Africa U20 Cup of Nations.

Morocco 2025 qualifier: Ekong, 19 others train in Uyo

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago02 mins

Only three players are still being expected at the camp of the Super Eagles, as 20 players trained in Uyo on Tuesday evening, ahead of Saturday’s 2025 Africa Cup of Nations qualifying match against the Cheetahs of Benin Republic. Captain William Ekong led from the front, arriving on Monday with the earliest birds, which included defenders Ola Aina, Semi Ajayi, and Olisa Ndah, midfielder Fisayo Dele-Bashiru and forwards Ademola Lookman and Taiwo Awoniyi. Goalkeeper Amas Obasogie and midfielder Wilfred Ndidi were in tow, and forward Victor Boniface and goalkeeper Stanley Nwabali joined in the evening. On Tuesday morning, defender Calvin Bassey and midfielders Alex Iwobi and Frank Onyeka pitched in, before defender Benjamin Tanimu (drafted in place of Bright Osayi-Samuel), midfielder Alhassan Yusuf Abdullahi, and forwards Moses Simon and Samuel Chukwueze landed. In the evening, just before the team bus pulled out of the hotel for training, defender Bruno Onyemaechi (of Portuguese club Boavista) and midfielder Raphael Onyedika (of Belgian side Club Brugge) arrived in camp. Forward Kelechi Iheanacho is due in camp on Wednesday while goalkeeper Maduka Okoye and forward Victor Osimhen are being expected on Thursday. After Saturday’s encounter, the Super Eagles are scheduled to fly to Kigali on Sunday for Tuesday’s Matchday 2 clash with the Amavubi of Rwanda.

Morocco 2025 qualifiers: Super Eagles’ camp bubbles as Iwobi, Onyeka, Bassey arrive

Our Reporters8 months ago8 months ago01 mins

Fulham FC of England duo, Alex Iwobi and Calvin Bassey have joined up with their national teammates in Uyo ahead of the Morocco 2025 qualifiers against Benin Republic and Rwanda. Iwobi and Bassey were received on arrival by the Super Eagles’ skipper, William Troost-Ekong. FC Augsburg of Germany defensive midfielder, Frank Onyeka also stormed the Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Uyo, which puts number of players at 14. The former African champions are expected to kick off their build up for the ties later today. Other players in camp are; Wilfred Ndidi, Victor Boniface, Amas Obasogie, Taiwo Awoniyi, Ademola Lookman, Ola Aina, Semi Ajayi, Olisa Ndah and Fisayo Dele-Bashiru.