Menstruation is considered a taboo across many cultures in Nigeria and several other countries in the world. Many adolescent girls had their menarche (first menstrual period) without ever learning about it or discussing with anyone how to deal with it. Imagine a young girl having her menarche unexpectedly in the class at school. She would […]
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When choosing a fuel for cooking or heating in our households, many of us go with the cheapest option. That is a prudent decision considering the present economic situation in the country. For others, the choice depends on what is convenient to use and easier to obtain from the market. There are also a few
Common Cooking Fuels used in Nigeria: What is the greenest option? Read More »
Glaciers are large bodies of compressed snow on the land surface, which store about three-quarters of Earth’s freshwater. They play an important role in maintaining balance within ecosystems by supplying cold streams during dry seasons upon which various plants and animals depend. Scientists around the world have been studying glacial changes over the years and
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