Thursday, 3 March 2016

Pictures of former Conjoined Patients of Dr Ben Carson,Years After Surgery

These are 2 former patients of Dr Ben Carson. Patrick Binder and Benjamin Binder (born 1987-02-02) were conjoined twins, joined at the head.
 They were the first twins to be successfully separated by neurosurgeon Ben Carson, of Baltimore, Maryland. For this operation Carson was able to prepare by studying a three dimensional computer model of the twins’ anatomy. Carson described this separation as the first of its kind, with 23 similar attempted separations ending in the death of one or both twins.

A letter to Nigerian Youths-Ben Murray Bruce


Youths of Nigeria, I want to communicate with you today. I noticed that there are too many divisions amongst our youths and as a stakeholder in Nigeria and parent of Nigerian children, I believe I ought to intervene.
Youths, do not make the mistakes my generation made. Do not see yourselves through tribal and religious lens. My generation of Nigerians did that and look where it has led us. You must do better.
It is foolish for any youth to fight another youth over APC or PDP. Let me ask you, what is the difference between the APC and the PDP? Half of the members of the APC are former PDP members and vice versa.
Let me ask you youths a question: Do the APC and the PDP fight over you as you fight over them? How many ministers have they given you? How many ambassadors have they given you? How many heads of parastatals have they given you? That's right, the answer is ZERO!
So resist the desire of vested interests to control you and use you to fight other youths on social media and in real life.
What youths do not realize is that you are victims of divide and conquer. You make up 60% of the population yet account for 0% of the federal cabinet!
Your price should be more than a plate of rice and a handshake. Work together not against each other! Come on Nigerian youths, be smart!
If you think after you have been used to fight each other these vested interests will hand power to you, think again. Their kids who are abroad will do same to your kids!
It is time to end the hate and come together for Nigeria's good. Long after we are gone, you will be around. So learn to get along.
As I have said and I will keep saying, the youths are the leaders of today if only they will resist being used by vested interests.
How old is Trudeau, the Canadian PM. He was 43 when he became PM. You can be much more than a thug or Twitter overlord. You can be like Trudeau's.
My name is Ben Murray Bruce and I not only want to make commonsense, I also believe in the Nigerian youth.

Wednesday, 2 March 2016

Universal Chaplain Corps & Rescue Mission



Universal Chaplain Corps & Rescue Mission was established in 2010 for the purpose of livelihood promotion and brining about a regenerated society. UCCRM is duly registered with Corporate affairs Commission, Federal Republic of Nigeria with Registration no CAC/IT/NO 65043 and also in the Republic of Sierra Leone with Registration No C. F/60/2013.

UCCRM is a member of The Association of West African Chaplain & Care-Givers, Nigeria Network of NGO. UCCRM is in partnership with agencies like National Drug Law and Enforcement Agency (NDLEA), Federal Road Safety Corps (FRSC), etc.

OUR AREA OF ACTIVITIES
Our sector of activities centered on livelihood promotion, drug prevention, combat ethnic discrimination and religious intolerance, counter abuse of fundamental human right/gender inequality, community development, youth empowerment, leadership training, skill acquisition, career talk, anti-corruption campaign.

OUR VISION
A world where all people even in the most remote area of the Nation hold the Power to create opportunity for themselves and attains the right to survival, protection, development and participation.
OUR MISSION
To work for the upliftment and betterment of our Nation and provide live hood opportunities for deprived people.
OUR MOTTO
Justice and Freedom
CORES VALUE
Integrity, Handwork, fidelity, Passion, honest relationship/Open communication, build a dedicated positive team and family spirit.
AIMS AND OBJECTIVES
1.      To carry out rescue mission and emergency services, to victim of disaster, accident, terrorist attack, etc/
2.      To foster inter-religious peace
3.      To provide aide and support for the less privileged, destitute, widow and orphanage.
4.      To ensure free exercise of religion.
5.      To advocate for human right and enhance high morale.
6.      Provide counseling, education and life improvement skill.
7.      Conflict resolution and crises control.
8.      Rehabilitation, reformation and re-integration of drug addict, war victim, militant and ex-combat
9.      We educate the populace to increase the level of awareness on matter such as drug abuse, crime, corruption, road accident, etc.
10.  Develop the morale and well being of our community members.
11.  Campaign against terrorism, lawlessness, domestic violence, gender inequality, child abuse, ethnic discrimination, religious intolerant and corruption.
12.  To contribute to economic empowerment and community development.

CHARACTERISTICS OF THE ORGANIZATION
We have the entire basic infrastructure to achieve the goals and objectives of the organization such as
1.      Hi-tech office, (computer with all the peripherals, high speed broad band internet connection, telephone, official vehicle, audio-visual component, etc.)
2.      We have highly qualified, experienced and professional personnel, who dedicate themselves towards the objectives of the organization.
3.      We insured our staff against any calamity or disaster.
4.      Our Governing board has representation of all the community, tribe and religion.
5.      Our organization believes in transparency at every level of work.
6.      We maintained a computerized up to date record and account.
7.      We have strong network with local and international administration, other NGOs, and government organization.
8.      We have established means of sending information to the populace.
9.      Our organization started it works from grass-root level and then gradually going up to address other groups who will be the beneficiary in the project.
10.  Our organization has affected lives beyond the shore of Nigeria.
11.  We focus on the vision, mission and objective of the organization, and this has made us exceptional among others.
12.  We have a track record of credibility and accountability.

OUR TRACK RECORD
Our organization has successfully executed the following projects in the previous year.
1.      Scholarship grant to students.
2.      Official flag off event of “Say No to Illicit Drug use and Trafficking in Lagos State” in collaboration with National Drug Law Enforcement Agency (NDLEA) on the 21st July, 2015 at Jalisco stadium Oshodi, oshodi Isolo Local Government, Oshodi Lagos state.
3.      Road Safety Awareness Campaign and Flag off of Ember Month Campaign in commemoration of the 2015 National Accident Victims Remembrance week in conjunction with Federal Road Safety Commission, on the 18th November, 2015. ( See Newswatch Times, Wednesday 2nd Dec., 2015, Pg 36 & 37)
4.      Free Medical check up for over 400 commercial drivers of the Road Transport Employers Association of Nigeria (RTEAN), Lagos state Chapter on 18th November, 2015 ( See New telegraph, Wednesday 9th Dec., 2015, Pg 22)
5.      Distribution of free exercise book for student in the rural community to encourage education and assist the less privileged children who attend school without books and other necessary writing materials.
6.      Digging of well for rural community who are suffering of lack of good water facility.
7.      Empowerment program for student/youth to encourage self employed and diversification, in reducing household poverty and unemployment in Nigeria.
8.      Campaign against terrorism and advocating for altitudinal change and good moral conduct.
9.      Leadership training and skill acquisitions for youth.
10.  Free medical health program for the aged people.
11.  Distribution of food item, clothes and other basic amenities of lives.
12.  Program on “Empowering Market Women for Economic Development in Lagos State”.
13.  Several programs on religious, political and racial tolerance for National peace.
14.  Several public lecture on “Taking preventive measure against Ebola Virus disease and how to make Nigeria Ebola Free/distribution of over 3,000 sanitizer during the first Ebola outbreak in Nigeria.
15.  Distribution of 55 pieces of IR Thermometer to Hospitals, Health centres and parastatals to test and detect Ebola patient in Nigeria and Sierra Leone.
16.  Programs on effect of Religious intolerance and ethnic discrimination on National Development.
17.  Career talk in secondary schools.
18.  National Prayer summit for the Nation.
19.  Aide and material support for SOS and other orphanage home and less privilege in the society.
20.  Rehabilitation of drug addict.

BENEFIT OF CHAPLAINCY

Numerous studies have shown that we can effectively use chaplaincy to

  1. Counter terrorism.
  2. Create Job opportunity (up to the tune of 15 million job opportunity).
  3. Save life and bring about a regenerated society.
  4. Change the attitude, moral and ethical life of our people.
  5. Reduce crime wave.
  6. Make the nation to be a society free from fear.
  7. Implement discipline, responsible citizen and law abiding.
  8. Reduce household poverty and create alternate source of income.
  9. We shall be able to achieve the Nation of our dream.
  10. Fight corruption.
  11. Bridge the gap between humanity and divinity.
  12. Foster inter-religious peace and unity between all the ethnic groups.
Do you wish to become a chaplain or make inquiries,contact us :

National Command Office
1, Oyedele Street, off Liasu Road, Ile Iwe
Bus Stop, Ikotun Egbe, Lagos Nigeria.
Tel:-      +2348023843804, +2348054265547, +2348169169027
              info@uccrm.org
UK Command Office
29, Dexter Apartment, 107 Queens Rd,
Packham London
SE 15 2AL
+447984377238
Email:- ukcommand@uccrm.org
Sierra Leone Command Office
27A, Willoughby Lane 4, Brookfield
Freetown Sierra Leone.
Tel:- +23278679278, +23276610133, +23278615594
Email:- sierraleone@uccrm.org


7 Places You must visit Before You Die

Life is short, and this world is beautiful. So in the time we have allotted to us, it is important to find places that take our breath away, that leave us speechless and unable to do anything except bask in the vastness that is our existence. For Life is short and this world is beautiful.

Here are 7 Breathtaking Places You Need To See Before You Die:

1. Tulip Fields, Holland

Every March the fields just outside Alkmaar, Holland in the Netherlands turn from sandy patches of dirt into carpets of lime green sprouts signalling the first chimes of spring.
By the time the season is full bloom, the once blank canvas is swimming in an endless sea of reds, blues, pinks and yellows. a sight that truly looks like something out of The Wizard of Oz. Lions, Tigers, and Bears not included.

2. The Bamboo Forest, Japan

 Nestled in the outskirts of Kyoto, Japan, the rural district of Arashiyama holds many cultural beauties.

Among their natural treasures, lies a path cut through a wondrous bamboo forest. get lost in the branches as the wind plays percussion with the trees, it’s a sight, as well as a sound to behold.

3. Benagil Cave, Portugal

Off the coast of the fishing village of Benagil, Algarve in Portugal, are several isolated caves and islands to explore and romance.
Letting your eyes caress the curves of these cathedrals, will leave lasting impressions on your pupils. If you were going to pick any beach in the world to make love on, this would definitely be the place.

4. Salar de Uyuni, Bolivia.

Salar de Uyuni is the world’s largest salt flat, at 10,582 square kilometers (4,086 sq mi) this reflective ocean is a sight you wouldnt believe actually exist in nature.
Located in southwest Bolivia, These one of a kind salt flats are the the result of the transformation of several prehistoric lakes, which over eons have left a water salted crust over this vast flat, reflecting the sky ever so beautifully. Walking through this mirrored wonderland, one might forget which way is up and which way is down.

5. Fairy Pool, The Isle of Skye, Scotland

Located within the Glen Brittle, The Isle of Skye, Scotland is home to some of the world’s most beautiful and awe-inspiring scenery.
Among these breathtaking beauties are stunning mountains eroded by years of crystal cool water running down it’s sides, building their path towards a pond that looks straight out of children’s story book. With a whimsical view like this, it’s no wonder why it’s been nicknamed the The Isle of Skye’s Fairy Pool. Look i think i see one right now! 

6. Zhangye Danxia Landform, China

 

No You’re Not Tripping Balls! 
These psychedelically colored mountains are the Danaxia land forms at the Zhangye Geological Park in Gansu Province, China. The multi-colored land form is a unique type of phenomenon that can only be found in China.
Researchers say that there used to be an inland water basin here. Around 100 million years ago Water carried silt from the surrounding mountains to the basin. As the result of rising global temperatures the basin dried up and in these arid conditions the sediment oxidized and turned rust color, creating the beautiful designs you see before you.

7.Hidden Beach,Puerto Vallarta,Mexico

This Hidden Beach, located on the Marieta Islands in Peurto Vallarta, is the beautifully serene result of an otherwise violent act.

 Often referred to as the worlds most idyllic bomb site ,the Marieta Islands were used as bomb practice by the Mexican government in the early 1900s. But after an uproar from the community, the government cease their bombing and declared the island a natural park. Over the years, tides have brought sand and water in to fill these holes, creating breathtaking beaches hidden from the outside world.

Written by Isaiah Brown

5 Beautiful And Interesting Places To Visit In Accra

Ghana is blessed with so many places of tourism and entertainment. Mostly we tend to look at other regions whiles talking about tourism in Ghana, forgetting that Accra also has it’s fair share of tourist sites.
If you are coming to Africa,Ghana is the place to be.

Labadi Beach

The Labadi beach is an interesting place to visit if you’re in Accra. It’s Ghana’s premier beach. Various activities take place there and most foreigners love to hangout there since the atmosphere is quite beautiful. Horse riding, gymnastics, dancers, acrobatics, sheds, security etc, all contribute to make Labadi beach the place to be. It’s also close to the La Palm Royal Beach, Trade Fair and not far from the Central Business District.

Artists Alliance Gallery (Omanye House)

This three-storey gallery is home to a large array of Ghanaian artists and sculptors such as Augustine Gokah, Betty Acquah, Nii T Mills, Ebenezer Borlabie, Kofi Setorji and Gabriel Eklou. Ablade Glover, one of Ghana’s most respected artists, conceived the Artists Alliance Gallery in the 1960s. He saw the need for a showcase for fine arts in Ghana to act as a driving force to gain recognition around the world. There are not only contemporary arts, but also collectors pieces: beautiful, fragile Asafo flags with embroidered symbols and ancient strip-woven Kente cloths. It sells arts directly from the artists. So if you’re an arts lover, this is the place to be.

Osu Oxford Street

 The street houses almost every conceivable shop and business you can imagine. It has restaurants, shopping malls, ice cream joints, night clubs, arts shops, pizza joints, mobile phone shops, computer shops, saloons, banks etc. It’s your one-stop location reminiscent of the famous Oxford Street in London. Popular hangouts and malls like Frankies, Papaye, KFC, Chicken Inn, Koala Mall, Shoprite are all located on this street.

Asomdwee Park

This is the final resting place of President John Evans Fiifi Atta Mills, third President of the fourth republic who passed whiles in office. It is now going to be the resting place for future Presidents who pass on.  You might want to pass by and pay your respect to President Mills.

Center For National Culture (Arts Center)

This is a popular location for tourists wanting a one-stop-shop for arts and crafts. It has stalls, an open market and a theatre for performances. The stalls are crammed full with textiles, carvings, bags, music instruments, clothing and jewellery. They lead into an outdoor market that holds more interesting treasures such as metal ornaments, drums, wood furnishing, antiques and leather goods. Then there’s the performing theatre where stage plays, cultural performances and other activities are held. You can even learn how to drum or play other traditional instruments there. Go there and buy an artistic piece to show off to your friends or learn how to play an instrument.

Compiled by Koffi Asemweni

Greece rejects 'EU lies' over border controls

                                                           Yiannis Mouzalas

Greece's migration minister has accused fellow EU countries of hypocrisy and lying about Greece's handling of the huge migrant influx from Turkey.

"This discussion that we do not have control of our border - this is a lie," Yiannis Mouzalas said.
"We have the best control of a sea border that anyone can have," he added.
He was speaking to reporters ahead of Thursday's EU summit, where Greece will report on its efforts to register migrants, many of them Syrian refugees.
Athens has been told to tighten border controls, to ensure that refugees are properly identified and that those not in need of protection are returned to Turkey or their home countries

Russia is 'weaponising' Europe migration

Russia and Syria are deliberately using migration as an aggressive strategy towards Europe, the senior Nato commander in Europe has said.
US Gen Philip Breedlove said they were "weaponising" migration to destabilise and undermine the continent.
He also suggested that criminals, extremists and fighters were hiding in the flow of migrants.
Migrants are continuing to accumulate in Greece, after Macedonia stopped allowing more than a trickle through.
New figures suggest last year's total of one million seaborne migrants could be matched well before the end of the year.