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The traditional ruler of Obeagu Ugwuaji, Awkunanaw Autonomous Community of Enugu state, Igwe Christopher Nyia has been arraigned by the police over suspicion of kidnapping among other charges.

the traditional ruler was arraigned before an Enugu South Magistrates Court presided over by Mr A. P. C. Amalu on four count charges allegedly committed with others at large in November 2014.

Nyia was said to have conspired to commit the crime to wit: malicious damage/unlawful detention, thereby, committed an offence punishable under Sect. 517 of the Criminal Code Act, Cap. C38, Laws of the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Nyia was said to have willfully and unlawfully destroyed the house of one Hillary Okoye valued at N1.6 million and committed an offence punishable under sect. 451 of the same law.

He was said to have also unlawfully detained one Chinaza Agah against her will and, thereby, committed an offence punishable under Sect. 365 of the Criminal Code Act.

The last charge was that the monarch attempted to kidnap one Chinaza Agah and, thereby, committed an offence punishable under Sect. 86 (1) of the Criminal Code Act.

When the charges were read, the monarch pleaded not guilty and elected for summary trial.

The defense counsel, Prof. Osita Ogbu applied for the quashing of the charges against his client on grounds that the case had earlier been heard and dismissed by an Enugu Magistrates Court in 2016.

Ogbu said the case was dismissed due to lack of diligent prosecution.

The counsel, who tendered the certified copies of the proceedings, said it was surprising that the prosecution would bring up the matter again.

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The defense counsel also said the laws on the basis of which his client was arraigned, did not apply to Enugu State.

He said the law was a creation of the National Assembly adding that the body had no constitutional powers to make laws for an offence applicable to Enugu state.

Ogbu said that criminalisation was a residual matter under the 1999 Constitution and amended except in treasonable felony.

He said his client was charged under the criminal code applicable in Abuja, adding that Enugu State had its own Criminal Procedure Law.

“The powers to enact general criminal laws are incidental which is not applicable here. These offences are under the legislative powers of the state assembly,” he said.

He said that under Sect. 36 (12) of the 1999 Constitution as amended, “a person could only be brought to the court for an offence prescribed by a valid law.

“We urge the court to quash the charges and discharge the accused person as he is not charged under any valid law,” he said.

Ogbu however, applied for the bail of his client should the court find no valid reason to quash the charges.

He said that the monarch was conscientiously attending court proceedings even when the prosecution was not attending prior to the initial dismissal of the case in 2016.

However, the prosecution counsel, Mr D. T. Abi opposed the bail application on the grounds that the allegations were heinous.

Abi however, told the court that the case was not dismissed on its merits but on technical grounds.

He said that under the circumstance, the police have the powers to re-arrest and bring the accused back to the court.

He said the charges were applicable to the state as the NASS had the powers to make laws for good governance of all parts of the country.

Abi prayed the court to discountenance the submissions of the defense counsel and deny bail.

However, Amalu granted the accused bail for N1 million and one surety in like sum.

The matter was adjourned until Sept. 2 for hearing.

By Prof. Dr. Ralf Speth

I visited China for the first time in the early 1980s. Back then, China had just started reforming and opening up, and was in an early stage of accelerated urban construction. There were not many cars, but the people there, many of whom were riding bikes on the streets, were showing energy in their eyes.

About 10 years later, I went to China again. The country was showing even greater signs of change, with a rapid development of infrastructure. The living standard of the Chinese people was improving everywhere you looked. There was a tremendous momentum all throughout the country.

To put it simply: one noticed right away that the roads were wider, and that automobiles were getting more affordable for average families. I started to realize that, as China’s automobile market took off, the country was seeing huge market demand. This demand would soon make China the world’s fastest-growing and largest auto market.

Subsequent visits to China gave me a more comprehensive understanding of the country’s development potential. After I became the CEO of Jaguar Land Rover in 2010, I immediately led the company to enter the Chinese market. We soon achieved leapfrog growth after entering what had indeed become the world’s largest auto market.

We started cooperation with China’s Chery Automobile Co., Ltd to produce automobiles and engines. So far, we have set up offices in four Chinese cities, including Shanghai, Beijing, Guangzhou and Chengdu, employing over 6,000 staff and authorizing 245 dealers across the country. I continue to be hugely optimistic about the Chinese market, and look forward to finding out what the future will hold.

As a witness of – and participant in – the miracle of China’s development, I am amazed by the spectacular progress achieved since the foundation of the modern nation. My daughter also developed a strong interest in China, under my influence. After she came to see it firsthand, she was immediately attracted by the dynamism and charm of the country. Now she is a doctor serving an internship in Shanghai.

As I started to learn more about this country, I came to understand why young people around the world are yearning to engage with it. My daughter often tells me that being a doctor in Shanghai means working at the forefront of medical science and having access to the world’s most advanced technologies.
This is true. It only took a few decades for China to become one of the leading countries in medical science, and ‘miracle’ has become the most frequently used word to describe China.
China has not only achieved economic development, but also advanced technological progress and an open and inclusive culture. The country is promoting world peace and development through dialogue and cooperation.

In recent years, China has lifted more than 10 million people out of poverty annually; it is seeing rapid expansion of the middle-income group, which is resulting in a growing set of expectations for the country from the world.

I believe China’s development is not only quantitative, but also qualitative. The country is leading the world in multiple areas and becoming one of the most attractive destinations on offer. Young graduates from many countries hope to work in China and get involved in the great tide of the country’s development.
Rather than focusing on only its own development, China also hopes to promote shared progress across the world. The Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) being implemented by the country has created a great opportunity for global economic prosperity. Today, the joint construction of the BRI is yielding rich developmental fruit.
In particular, the initiative is rapidly improving the infrastructure of participating countries. Infrastructure is an accelerator of commercial development, and the Belt and Road countries are seeing the benefits from it already.

Culturally, joint construction of the BRI has significantly boosted understanding and inclusiveness among different civilizations and diverse cultures. The BRI advocates for the principle of seeking shared benefits through consultation and collaboration, which not only helps innovation and fosters mutual understanding, but also improves the livelihood of the people. Besides, it also bears huge significance for promoting peaceful development.
We, as multinational enterprises, welcome the application of such principles. In our industry, the ideals being upheld by the BRI ultimately facilitate the international auto trade and the trade in auto parts. Only by sticking to this kind of reciprocal cooperation can enterprises achieve long-term development.

(The author is the CEO of Jaguar Land Rover. This article is edited by Niu Ruifei from People’s Daily)

On Aug. 13, People’s Daily published an article under the pen name “Guo Jiping”, probing into the economic development of China. The abstract of the article is as follows.
The economic and trade friction unilaterally started by the US has brought too many uncertainties to Chinese economy and even the world.
However, China’s economy still maintains stability while making progress despite the domestic downward pressure and trade disputes with the US. It is still a major highlight of the world economy.
Any inharmonious voice that overstates China’s short-term economic fluctuation, sings the blue over the country’s economy, or exaggerates the country’s economic risks will be turned down in the face of facts.

The major macroeconomic indicators of China have been maintained within a reasonable range, and consumption is served as a more powerful engine of economic growth. In addition, domestic demand is making larger contribution to growth, with continuous improvement being made in people’s living standard and quality. More factors are driving high-quality development of the country.
China released half-year economic data in mid-July, saying its GDP increased 6.3 percent from a year ago, and 7.37 million new jobs were created. Besides, 19,400 new enterprises were being established on a daily basis, and consumption contributed 60.1 percent to economic growth. In addition, the service sector contributed 60.3 percent to GDP growth.

The annual economic growth of the country is equal to the total GDP of a medium-sized developed country.
China has a population of nearly 1.4 billion, a 900-million-strong workforce, a talent pool of 170 million college graduates and people with professional skills. It is also home to the world’s largest middle-income group and over 100 million market entities.
Domestic demand is a major driving force of China’s economic growth. It contributed 108.6 percent to the country’s growth in 2018, and final consumption 76.2 percent.

China is the world’s second largest investor in R&D, spending 2.18 percent of its GDP in this field. New economic drivers such as the strategic emerging industry and sharing economy are gradually maturing.
China is optimizing its economic structure, transforming development models and improving economic quality. It is seeing a more obvious trend of maintaining stability and making progress. Facts have proved that China has adequate conditions to keep stable, sustainable and healthy development of its economy.

The confidence for China’s high-quality economic development comes from the strong leadership of the of the Communist Party of China Central Committee (CPCCC). Such leadership, guiding the overall situation and coordinating the work of all sides, plays a key role for China to handle its affairs well.

The confidence also comes from China’s vital decision to implement reform and opening up. During the past 40 years, China has created an economic miracle, becoming the world’s second largest economy, the largest manufacturing country, the largest trader of goods, the second largest consumption power, and the second largest destination of foreign capital. In addition, it has also maintained for years the largest foreign exchange reserves.

Starting this year, the country successively issued Foreign Investment Law of the People’s Republic of China which has reduced the items on the negative lists for foreign investment market access in pilot Free Trade Zones and the rest of the country, and further expanded the areas of reform and opening up, demonstrating its sincerity and resolution to open wider.

The confidence comes from the country’s people-centered philosophy of development and also the undying spirit. It is because of the joint efforts made by every Chinese that China has turned risks into development opportunities and pressure into impetus again and again.
When global industrial chain, supply chain and value chain are highly integrating, China and the world need to maximize the common denominator of interests.

Today, China is a major trading partner of over 130 countries, the only country in the world that can produce all the products listed in the International Standard Industrial Classification of All Economic Activities(ISIC) which is issued by the United Nations, and the largest contributor for world economic growth. It will also promote the rapid development of other countries as China embraces high-quality development.
The global market needs to expand the cake of common interests, while equal and win-win cooperation maintains the only right path. Those practices forcing China to compromise and containing its development through adding additional tariffs and pressuring Chinese enterprises are ridiculous and doomed to fail.

The Chinese people believe that no power is able to deprive their country of the right to development or stop their efforts to pursue a better life. China has the confidence to conquer all difficulties and challenges, and the economic progress of the country is unstoppable.
The Chinese people will jointly pave a wider road leading to a brighter future together with the people from the rest of the world.

(Guo Jiping is the pen name for a commentary column of People’s Daily that explains China’s stands and views on major international issues.)

By Jennifer Yusuf

Facts have emerged on how the Deputy Governor of Imo State, Engr. Gerald Irona saved an alleged electricity installations vandal in Oguta area of Imo State from lynching by an angry mob.

The suspect, whose name was simply given as Chidi, also known as ‘Chidi chassis’, a native of the area was identified by indigenes of the community as being responsible for the disappearance of electrical installations in the area.

According to a statement by the Communications Adviser to the Deputy Governor, Dr. Walter Duru, it took the timely intervention of the Deputy Governor Engr. Gerald Irona, also a native of the area and the Divisional Police Officer in charge of Oguta Divisional Police, Mr. Amadi to rescue the suspect from the angry residents of the area.

The statement reads in part:

“In line with the vision of the present administration in Imo State, led by Chief Emeka Ihedioha to ensure that electricity is restored in rural communities of Imo State, the Deputy Governor of Imo State, Engr. Gerald Irona opened discussions with the management of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company – EEDC.”

“One of the concerns raised by the EEDC management in all their meetings with the Deputy Governor was the need to protect power installations in the state, seeking partnership with community leaders and law enforcement agencies.”

“In trying to address the challenge of vandalism and theft of electrical installations, particularly, in “Oguta, Ohaji/Egbema and Oru West Local Government Areas of the state, the Deputy Governor invited some critical stakeholders to a meeting in Oguta Civic Center, Oguta on the 13th of August, 2019, where the issue was discussed.”

“Just like earlier reports, a particular name, alleged to be notorious for theft of power installations in the area re-echoed during the meeting.”

“In the course of the meeting, no fewer than seven persons identified a particular name, “Chidi”, popularly known as “Chidi Chassis”, accusing him of being responsible for the disappearance of electrical installations in Oguta community. The witness of the indigenes compelled the meeting to invite Mr. Chidi for questioning by the community.”

“Upon arrival, all the individuals that accused him stepped out to testify of how he was caught at several instances committing the offence. He was then asked to defend himself against the allegations leveled against him, but, instead of defending himself, he threatened to kill all those that exposed him, using spiritual means. The threat was made in the open, before the Deputy Governor of Imo State, Engr. Gerald Irona, Divisional Police Officer in charge of Oguta Police Division, Traditional Ruler of Oguta community, Priests of different church denominations in the area, community leaders, youth leaders, security operatives and other stakeholders.”

“It took the swift intervention of the Deputy Governor, Engr. Gerald Irona, Divisional Police Officer for Oguta LGA, Mr. Amadi and other community leaders to save Mr. Chidi chassis from being lynched by the youth of the community, who nearly visited him with jungle justice.”

“Mr. Chidi is presently cooling off in Oguta Divisional Police Station, where he is assisting the Police with investigation into the vandalism and stealing of electrical installations in the area.”

“It is therefore uncharitable to accuse the people’s Deputy Governor, Engr. Gerald Irona of ordering his beating or detention, instead of commending him for not allowing the agitated Oguta people, who wanted to show their anger on Mr. Chidi for allegedly contributing to their being in darkness for over eight years.”

Continuing, Duru faulted earlier reports linking the incident to politics and political appointments, describing it as unfortunate.

Read the full statement below

GOVERNMENT OF IMO STATE

OFFICE OF THE DEPUTY GOVERNOR

PRESS STATEMENT

RE: IMO DEPUTY GOVERNOR ALLEGEDLY BEATS UP, ORDERS ARREST OF HIS KINSMAN; YET ANOTHER PHANTOM REPORT

Our attention has been drawn to a false publication, authored by one Aliu Mambara, alleging that the Deputy Governor of Imo State, His Excellency Engr. Alphonsus Gerald Irona ordered the beating of one Mr. Chidi in Oguta Local Government Area of the state.

The writer also alleged that Mr. Chidi may have fallen out with the Deputy Governor when he allegedly raised concerns over the latter’s alleged abandonment of his youthful supporters, especially, in the LGA and the entire oil producing region, among other baseless allegations.

Ordinarily, one would not have bothered responding to the mindless falsehood, but to put the records straight, we respond thus:

In line with the vision of the present administration in Imo State, led by Chief Emeka Ihedioha to ensure that electricity is restored in rural communities of Imo State, the Deputy Governor of Imo State, Engr. Gerald Irona opened discussions with the management of the Enugu Electricity Distribution Company – EEDC.

One of the concerns raised by the EEDC management in all their meetings with the Deputy Governor was the need to protect power installations in the state, seeking partnership with community leaders and law enforcement agencies.

In trying to address the challenge of vandalism and theft of electrical installations, particularly, in Oguta, Ohaji/Egbema and Oru West Local Government Areas of the state, the Deputy Governor invited some critical stakeholders to a meeting in Oguta Civic Center, Oguta on the 13th of August, 2019, where the issue was discussed.

Just like earlier reports, a particular name, alleged to be notorious for theft of power installations in the area re-echoed during the meeting.

In the course of the meeting, no fewer than seven persons identified a particular name, “Chidi”, popularly known as “Chidi Chassis”, accusing him of being responsible for the disappearance of electrical installations in Oguta community. The witness of the indigenes compelled the meeting to invite Mr. Chidi for questioning by the community.

Upon arrival, all the individuals that accused him stepped out to testify of how he was caught at several instances committing the offence. He was then asked to defend himself against the allegations leveled against him, but, instead of defending himself, he threatened to kill all those that exposed him, using spiritual means. The threat was made in the open, before the Deputy Governor of Imo State, Engr. Gerald Irona, Divisional Police Officer in charge of Oguta Police Division, Traditional Ruler of Oguta community, Priests of different church denominations in the area, community leaders, youth leaders, security operatives and other stakeholders.

It took the swift intervention of the Deputy Governor, Engr. Gerald Irona, Divisional Police Officer for Oguta LGA, Mr. Amadi and other community leaders to save Mr. Chidi chassis from being lynched by the youth of the community, who nearly visited him with jungle justice.

Mr. Chidi is presently cooling off in Oguta Divisional Police Station, where he is assisting the Police with investigation into the vandalism and stealing of electrical installations in the area.

It is therefore uncharitable to accuse the people’s Deputy Governor, Engr. Gerald Irona of ordering his beating or detention, instead of commending him for not allowing the agitated Oguta people, who wanted to show their anger on Mr. Chidi for allegedly contributing to their being in darkness for over eight years.

Linking last Tuesday’s incident to politics and political appointments is, to say the least, a show of pettiness.

No amount of falsehood will deter the Deputy Governor, Engr. Gerald Irona from continuing his great works of supporting the people’s Governor, Chief Emeka Ihedioha in providing public utilities to the good people of Imo State. Imo must be rebuilt!

The Caretaker Chairman Sardauna local Government Hon. Godwill Sol, has commiserated with the Bayonga family, government and people of Taraba State over the transition of His Royal Highness, Danjuma Stephen Bayonga, the Gara Donga.

The Chairman, described the late 81-year-old first class traditional ruler and retired police officer as a person devoted to the improvement of the welfare of people in his domain, lamented that Nigeria has also “lost an advocate of peace.”

According Sol, the Gara Donga as a businessman, founding member of the Social Democratic Party (SDP) and one of the respected leaders in old Gongola State before he went home following the creation of Taraba State, was “committed not only to the peace, unity and development of his domain and State, but also the entire country.”

By our reporter.

Governor Darius Dickson Ishaku of Taraba state, has received the seven man joint panel constituted by Nigeria Defence Headquarters Abuja, at the Government House in Jalingo.

The Panel is to investigate Tuesday 6th of August killing of three Police Officers and a civilian by soldiers of the ninety three (93) battalion of the Nigeria Army in Takum.

The seven man panel is headed by Rear Admiral Olaiya.

The constitution of the committee was in line with the directive of President Mohammadu Buhari to unravel the circumstances surrounding the killing of the security personnel along Ibi Wukari road.

The Joint Panel comprises of representatives of the Army, Navy, Airforce, Police, Department of State Security and the Defence Academy.

Our Correspondent revealed that, the meeting was held in close door with the security personal as Governor Ishaku directed Journalist to live the venue.

Creamy Banana Ice cream is superb to have in your freezer particularly as the weather is getting increasingly hot. To make this at home, you need just a few essential ingredients and you will have banana ice cream in no time.

Ingredients

1. 2 ripe but firm bananas

2. 1 tin of Peak Milk

3. ½ small party cup of whole milk

4. 3 drops of vanilla extract

How to prepare

1. Peel, cut up the bananas and put in a blender.

2. Add the Peak Milk.

3. Add the vanilla extract.

4. Add the whole milk.

5. Start the blender.

6. When the mix is well blended, continue to run the blender for 2 minutes more. This is to ensure that everything is well churned and creamy!

7. Pour the mix into popsicle molds. If you do not have a popsicle mold, pour into a bowl.

8. Place the popscicle mold or bowl in the freezer and leave it there overnight.

9. The next day, remove the ice cream from the molds and enjoy! If you used a bowl, bring it out from the freezer and leave the bowl on a table for 5 minutes, then scoop the ice cream into cups and enjoy.

Here are 3 subtle signs that indicate your woman is cheating on you:

1. She is always lost in thought
Women are known to be attentive creatures and great listeners. They sacrifice a lot in relationships but if she barely pays attention to what their man is saying, that means something or someone else is happening on their minds.

In fact, sometimes she may be totally lost in thought and may even lose touch with reality. If she is cheating, she will also probably think of ways to break up and hence, may appear distracted.

2. She has lost interest in romance
No matter how good the lovemaking was, she will lose interest if she is dating another man. She will begin to act so cold and distant lately; finding excuses not to have intimate time with you.

3. Constantly asking about her man’s schedule
Most women inquire about their man’s daily itinerary to plan for surprises, prepare supper on time or go on dates. But if she suddenly takes too much interest in her man’s schedule, and wants to know exactly when he leaves and comes back home, she might be planning to have the other guy over for a visit.

Many of us regard onions as mere spice for spicing up our meals. Actually, onions have more amazing health benefits. Here are the amazing health benefits of onions.

1. They fight cancer

Research has shown that people who consume onions have low cancer rates, as onions make the body system unfavorable for cancer cells to communicate and thus prevent them from growing.

2. They help heart health

Red onions are rich in organosulfur which helps in preventing heart diseases. They also contain quercetin which has the potential to fight heart diseases.

3. They promote healthy digestion

Onions contain inulin which acts as fiber to the beneficial bacteria in the intestines. When you consume this fiber, your body maintains a good level of healthy bacteria.

4. They improve the immune system

The improvement in the immune system can be traced or attributed to the selenium in the vegetable which stimulates the immune functions.

5. They cure ear disorders

Research shows that onion juice can be used to relieve earache.

6. They improve sleep

Onions contain prebiotics which helps to improve sleep and reduce stress.

7. They enhance eye health

Onions contain sulfur which facilitates the health of the lens of the eyes. The selenium in onions also supports vitamin E in the eyes.

8. They are good for oral health

Eating onions raw is the best because cooking might destroy some beneficial compounds in them. Onions are also rich in vitamin C which keeps the teeth healthy. Use onions to relieve tooth pain also. But onions can cause bad breath. Therefore, brush your teeth thoroughly after consuming them.

9. They help treat cholera

Onions have been discovered to have an inhibitory effect against the microbe responsible for cholera—V.cholerae.

10. They give an energy boost

Observation shows that the fiber in onions keeps the energy levels stable.

11. They improve sexual health

Onions can be used as herbal medicines to manage sexual impotence and erectile dysfunction. To increase fertility in men, onions are preferred to be taken with honey.

12. They enhance brain health

Onions make the brain healthy by binding and flushing out harmful toxins from the body with the antioxidants in them.

13. They make skin glow

You can make an onion face mask which adds glow to and helps exfoliate your skin.

14. They promote hair growth

Onions contain sulfur which makes it good for hair growth. Apply onion juice to your hair and scalp to increase blood supply to the hair follicles and also enhance hair growth. Onions help to treat dandruff, reverse gray hair, maintain hair colour and also eliminate head lice.

You should include more onions in your diet after reading this.

Whatever you eat reflects on your skin and as such you should be mindful of what you eat.

The following are fruits that makes you glow.

1. Apples
Whether you slice them in your salad or use their nutrients on your skin, apples can help you glow. Asides the fact that they’ve got amazing taste, they’re full of vitamin C, a crucial ingredient for your complexion.

Vitamin C speeds up skin’s cell production, which makes you look radiant, and strengthens hair and nails. Apples also contain B vitamins, like B5 and B9, proven to combat acne and irritation.

2. Banana
Banana is rich in potassium and vitamins A, C and E, bananas are ideal for the skin as they help to restore damaged skin. While vitamin A restores natural oil for the skin, vitamin E repairs damaged skin and lightens age spots. Vitamin C on the other hand prevents cell oxidation and wrinkles. Bananas can be made into an effective and inexpensive facial mask too. Bananas provide 22 percent of the daily value for vitamin B-6 and 17 percent of the Daily Value for vitamin C, as well as trace amounts of niacin, riboflavin, zinc and selenium. Which all help your skin.

3. Avocado
While using avocado directly on the face is a popular natural beauty treatment, many people have found that just eating avocado regularly can do wonders for their complexion and generally get the skin glowing.

Avocados are rich in healthy fatty acids, vitamins and antioxidants that can improve your skin from the inside. One of the main avocado skin benefits comes from their high oleic acid content. This monounsaturated fatty acid maintains moisture in the epidermal layer of your skin, helping to make it soft and hydrated.

4. Sweet potatoes
Sweet potatoes are a great . of vitamin A, which helps with cell turnover. This process is a must for your face because dead cells and lack of cell turnover can cause a dull skin tone. Its vitamin contents help accelerate wound healing, produces collagen which helps maintain skin’s youthful elasticity, and is essential to helping us cope with stress. It even appears to help protect our body against toxins that may be linked to cancer.

5. Water Melon
Water melon contains lycopene, a colorful plant pigment with powerful antioxidant properties that may improve your beauty by encouraging smoother skin. Its rich antioxidant base which help to prevent ageing of the skin. They are also considered as natural toners and good for exfoliating the skin. They prevent the skin from sun damage; moisturize the skin and provide a fresh and youthful look.

6. Oranges

If you are tired of the blackheads on your skin, you have a home remedy to deal with it. Oranges are brilliant in extracting blackheads. Orange juice is also known to lighten one’s skin tone. It reduces blemishes and treats acne. Consuming the fruit or its juice regularly can give you a radiant skin.

7. Water
Are you surprised to find water on the list? You are probably asking whether water is food, hey go back to primary school if still confused. Water is a class of food but it still remains comfortably the greatest miracle of nature.

Effortlessly intakes of water sorts out a lot of your medical issues including skin . issues. Water keeps your skin hydrated—and staying hydrated gets your skin glowing, appear more plump and less wrinkled. But there’s another reason to fill up on water over other drinks: You’ll save on sugar.