Harmattan
15 Dec
ADENIKE BADERIN shares practical tips to ensure your skin remains healthy and moist during the dry harmattan season. Harmattan brings dry, cold air that can leave your skin dry, flaky, and irritated. The cold temperatures and dry winds that come with this season can cause your skin to lose moisture faster, leading to dryness. Maintaining…
14 Dec
Harmattan, characterised by its dry, dusty air, can leave the skin dull and dehydrated if not properly cared for. As the harmattan season unfolds, Consultant Physician and Dermatologist, Dr. Shakirat Gold-Olufadi, shares practical skincare tips to keep the skin healthy and radiant.
10 Dec
Harmattan season has arrived with its dry winds, dusty air, and sudden chill, a mix of beauty and discomfort. While this weather paints a nostalgic picture of hazy mornings and cooler evenings, it’s also a breeding ground for health issues. Here’s a detailed look at six common health challenges during harmattan and practical ways to…
2 Dec
Ah, harmattan! That dry, dusty, and chilly season has returned, especially affecting northern Nigeria. While the season has its unique charm, keeping the house tidy during this time can feel like an endless battle against dust. No matter how often we clean, the harmattan wind seems determined to leave a layer of dust everywhere. The…
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The Federal Fire Service (FFS) Kaduna State Command has urged emergency stakeholders to support efforts to safeguard lives and property during the harmattan season. Jonah Ayuba, the state Commandant, made the call during a one-day strategic meeting for Fire Prevention on Wednesday in Kaduna. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the meeting aimed…
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