Paris Terror Attacks - The pain in our hearts

Paris Terror Attacks has once again reminded us of the devastating effects of terrorism. The news hit us all like a hypodermic needle. We all screamed; we all tore our robes; we all wept.

The whole world stood still as casualties increased. I couldn't contain my tears as I watched the families of those affected on CNN and the BBC. It truly was a moment of sorrow. No news ever shook the world in recent years like this one.

The whole world sympathize with the families of those affected by this monumental tragedy and hopes those responsible are brought to book soon.

Celebrities and important personalities around the world are not left out. Here are some of their messages for France.

Lagos State governor, Akinwunmi Ambode "Whether the strike is within the city, via plane hijack or in traffic, terrorists speak the same language of force, violence and suppression.
We commiserate with the French Government over last Friday's terror attacks in Paris which killed over 120 people" As if that wasn't enough he went on to say:

“On behalf of the government and good people of Lagos State, I wish to express our heartfelt condolences to your good self, the French government and the entire French citizens over last Friday’s terror attacks in Paris. The dastardly act was no doubt an attack on the civilised world and humanity and we share in your grief. Whether the strike is within the city, through plane hijack or in traffic, terrorists speak the same language of force, violence and suppression. But the civilised world should not only resist terror, we must defeat it by every means possible. And this is why the whole world is standing behind France at these trying times to say no to terror and every form of extremism,” 

Barrack Obama, "This is an attack on all of humanity and the universal values we share. We stand prepared and ready to provide whatever assistance the people of France need to respond.”

Justin Bieber added, “Had a great first show but just heard about what happened in Paris. Thoughts and prayers with everyone #PrayForParis”

These were just a few of the flood of responses that hit the air soon after the attack. The world is still grieving and the best time to act is now.

This is not the first, but this can be the last. Let us stand up and condemn terrorism. Let us fight and make terrorism a story of the past. Let us say NO to acts of terrorism, and let us do so now.

Ford Unveils the First Ford Ranger to Come Out of Nigeria

Ford Motors has unveiled the first Ford Ranger to come out of their plant here in Nigeria.


They took to their Twitter page to congratulate Nigeria on the very first Ford automobile to be produced in Nigeria.

The tweet reads "Congratulations Nigeria! We've unveiled the first #FordRanger to come off our new assembly line in Nigeria"

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UNILAG Releases 2015 Supplementary List

For those who have been anxiously waiting for UNILAG's 2015/2016 supplementary list, your prayers have been answered.





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UNILAG New Hall Residents Performs Tribute To Oluchi

Sodeinde Hall, the most populous hostel in New Hall and UNILAG as a whole performed a tribute to Oluchi Anekwe, the 300 level Business Administration student who was electrocuted early last month.

The song titled "Far Away" was performed on the last day of the Hall's Week by four of its residents.

According to a statement by the Hostel's Chairman, Comrade Sheriff Lanre, the song was meant to sympathize as well as show solidarity to the parents of the deceased.

Food Science and Technology - What You Should Know

A lot of uncertainty has often trailed fresh graduates who read food Science and Technology. Most imagine that since it is a field less known and not so lucrative in this part of the world, the future would always look bleak and uninspiring. Well, that may be true. Why? Because what is obtainable in most advanced part of the world can, in most cases, be obtained here as well. It would only require you to think outside the box and most importantly, adapt whatever idea it is you have to local demands. That's right, local demands!

Bearing in mind the plausible nature of my audience including individuals not in the field, let's run a quick explanation on what food Science and Technology is all about.

Food Science and Technology is a discipline that draws from several other fields of study such as microbiology, chemical engineering and nutrition. It is essentially the combined study of science and engineering to process, evaluate, package and distribute food. It is an attempt to better understand food processes and ultimately improve food products for the general public. Food Scientists basically engage in various research to come up with best methods to preserve our food and save us resources.

Monumental results of their effort is the multitudinous packaged consumables we find in every supermarkets and grocery stores today. Don't say wow just yet. Because as far as I'm concerned, I'm still sounding pretty abstract. Let's throw that ball at something we can all relate to, shall we?

Supposing you are a palm wine tapper, and overtime you discovered that your palm wine gets sour and distasteful after just a short time - say after 2-3 days. Now, you need your palm wine to stay good and healthy for consumption longer than it is. You start making concerted efforts to see your desire come to fruition. After careful study of the nutritional information in your palm wine, and trying a couple of tricks. One finally works. Yes, one has worked! Now your palm wine stays for months, retaining its fresh and satisfying taste. That's a major breakthrough on your part in preserving that particular food. There you are. Food Scientists and Technologists do just that.

You may be inclined to ask, "how does this translate into a well paid and fulfilling career for me?" that is, if you're a Food Scientist. Here's where you can work and how you can carve a niche for yourself.

If you're the type that has an uncanny knack for carefully looking into things and analyzing them, then working as a researcher for agro-based companies is exactly where you fit. Your work in a nutshell would be conducting wide research for them and making your findings coming to bear on their products.

Or if what you like is testing things. Well, testing food products for quality and standards won't be bad. There, you can be a Nutrition Scientist.

You may decide to even man the classroom. That is, if you have flair for teaching. Teaching related courses in higher institutions just as you were taught won't be a bad one either. Pursuing a career in lecturing, though, would mean going a bit further than what you have as a degree.

Now, maybe you don't like working for anyone. A lot of people don't like working for other people as well. There’s still something for you! Why don't you work hard at producing chemicals that preserves food. Preservatives they call them. This may take years of hard work and painstaking research. But once you make a headway, trust me, it'd be well worth it.

You may even want to set up a consulting firm for yourself. Where you'd have to be consulted on such subjects as foods, diet and nutrition.

As a Food Scientist, there are a host of places, businesses, non-profit organisations and government agencies where you can find useful career opportunities as a Food Scientist. They include;
Hospitals
Bakeries
FMCG Companies/Conglomerates
Confectionaries
Farms
Food Processing Companies
Fishing/Food Preservation Companies
Food Processing Units of Hotels, Catering Companies and Fast Foods
Government Food Related Health Agencies (eg NAFDAC)
Local and International NGOs on Food, Malnutrition etc
Beverage Production Companies

Who says your career need be boring if you don't want it to?

UNILAG Students - Enough is Enough to Bedbugs!

The students of University of Lagos who stay on the campus hostels have raised a defiant fist to Bedbugs and the school management.

"Enough is enough" Was the mantra as almost students from all hostels woke up by 2:00am to protest and demand for a change to all the bunks and beds in their hostels.

The protest which started at Sodeinde hostel made its way to Makama and and Madam Tinubu Halls before visiting Eni Njoku and others.

Their purpose is clear, their songs are one, their voices have hit a crescendo. We wait to see if the school management will listen to their cry or turn a deaf eye.

Fashola, Ruben Abati others storms Unilag

"I am not a youth... And if you see individuals of about 50 something years posing as youth leaders, it is because you left a vacuum that has to be filled." Was one remark Raji Fashola, the former Lagos State governor made which will remain evergreen in the memory of youths.

He made the above remark at this year's Rise Networks sponsored Nigerian Commemoration of the United Nations International Youth Day held in the University of Lagos. This year's event was themed: Youth Civic Engagement: The Significant Role of Youth in Politics and Public Life.

Fashola charged Nigerian youths to jettison political apathy and start engaging themselves more in politics. This he said will not only keep them abreast of what is going on in government, but will also compel transparency and accountability from elected public officials.

Notable political sages that graced the occasion included Chief Dele Momodu, C.E.O Ovation Magazine, Dr. Ruben Abati, Special Adviser on Media & Publicity to former President, and popular musician Timi Dakolo amongst others.

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