Showing posts with label Edition 200. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Edition 200. Show all posts
Monday, 7 September 2009
How to take safe risks
(LIFE COACH)
BY AGBOLADE OMOWOLE
IN life, risks are inevitable. The word, ‘risk’ simply refers to the possibility of being exposed to danger, or loss.
As we go through our personal and professional life, we experience joy and sorrow, success and failure, and pains and gains. We may not be able to predict the next moment. That is why life, in itself, is risky.
Take chances. A lot of people are conditioned not to take risk from childhood, and grew up with that mindset. They have been told to always play safe. But great achievers are known for the risk they are taking. Nelson Mandela, former president of South Africa, risked his life while fighting against the apartheid rule. The 27 years he spent in the prison have paid off.
Step out of your comfort zone. Gone are the days when people wait for success to fall on their laps. If you want to succeed, then you have to struggle for yourself. You have to work hard and pursue your dreams. You have to take risk.
Get relevant knowledge. Before taking that risk, get the fact and figures. About two years ago when there was a boom in the capital market, many people bought shares or equity from quoted companies without caring to know the details about how the stock market works. A lot of amateur investors got their fingers burnt in the process.
Consider the pains and the gains. Before taking that risk, you have to evaluate what you have to lose, and what you stand to gain. If there are chances that you could lose everything, then don’t take that risk.
Live your own life. Don’t take risks based on the fact that others are taking the same risk. Your life is different from their life. D’Banj of Mo’hits records dropped out of the university to concentrate on music. That may not be enough reason for you to drop out of school and focus on music. You have to live your life and let others live theirs.
ASK for what you want. If you want a pay rise, you can tell your boss directly. Your request will get a yes or no answer. If you don’t ask, you risk your potential of earning more money. At worst, your boss will ignore your request. Since you have nothing to lose in this scenario, then you need to take the risk.
Give yourself room to fail. One school of thought says, “if you want something to stand, then you need to risk letting it fall.”
That’s true. No matter how intelligent and experienced you are, unexpected things will happen to you. There is no 100 per cent guarantee that what you venture in will succeed. Expect the best, and prepare for the worst.
Think realistically before taking risk. As a rule of the thumb, if the success ratio is not more than 80 percent, you will have to weigh your options critically, before taking action. That is how to take safe risk.
Don’t take unhealthy risk. It is reasonable to only risk something that in the event you don’t succeed, won’t ruin you financially, physically, or emotionally. You don’t have to risk everything in life.
IN conclusion, I have realized that the key to accomplishing greatness is by taking calculated risk and not reckless gamble. “If you plan to advance in your career, experience fulfilling relationships, earn more money, and achieve your goals sooner, you must plan on taking the respective risks” says Fran Briggs, a Phoenix-based motivational speaker and author.
Harmonising your brain for wealth creation
(Biz tool Kids)
BY BRIDGET OLOTU
WE think, move, run, sleep, walk, work, wake up, cry, write, read, and do virtually everything we do every day by the help of the brain.
It is therefore not surprising that the brain is also involved in the wealth creation process.
The brain is made up of three parts. While the left brain refers to that part of the brain concerned with reading, writing, speaking and logic, the right brain is often associated with pictures, art, music, and other non-linear relationships that require creativity and imagination.
The subconscious brain on the other hand is the most powerful of the three brains because it includes what is called the ‘primitive brain’, which is like an animal’s brain.
It does not think but rather reacts, fights, flees or freezes. It is that intrapersonal intelligence part of man.
It is the subconscious brain that causes an individual to freeze and not take action out of fear of making mistake, or stay at a job for security rather than the love of work.
People think differently when their subconscious is controlled by fear. If people are fearful, they may say, ‘I can’t do that. What if I fail?’ or ‘That’s risky’.
Compare that to a person who might say, “I’ll show them. I’ll get that deal just to prove I can do it.”
People with high intrapersonal intelligence have the ability to control the subconscious brain’s desire to fight, flee or freeze.
If frozen, they may choose to fight. The point is; they have the intelligence to choose the appropriate subconscious response. If angry, they can speak calmly. If afraid, they can confront their fear.
IF I ask, ‘Do you want to be rich?’ most people will say from their logical left brain, “Yes. I really want to be rich.”
The problem is not found in their logical left brain. The problem is the subconscious brain saying, ‘Not you. You’ll never be rich’, or ‘How can you be rich, you don’t have any money?’
So, you see, the subconscious brain wields a tremendous influence on how our lives turn out.
Some people can give you 1,000 reasons why they wouldn’t be rich, can’t go to school, can’t marry, can’t be healthy, can’t survive in a country like Nigeria, while all they need to motivate themselves is to find just one simple reason why they should, and use this single reason to knock down their giant doubts and fears.
It’s the subconscious brain that keeps a man/woman doing a job he hates for 20, 30 years and even retiring on it.
It is the subconscious brain that keeps young men who have been jilted before by the women they loved not to make any attempt to try again because of the fear of being jilted again.
It is one reason that imprisons certain people from making career or business changes because of the fear of failure. In other words, the subconscious brain controls your life regardless of who you are.
IN other words, regardless of what and how you feel, by developing your intrapersonal intelligence, you will be able to control how your life shapes out, especially by doing what you need to do whether you feel like it or not, so you can have what you need to have regardless of whether anybody likes it or not.
Let me end by sharing the story of the owner of Honda. This guy wanted to start manufacturing motor bikes.
He had the skills and training. He built his first garage but during the Second World War, the garage was bombed.
He had to borrow his wife’s jewelleries. He used the money he generated from selling it to build another garage. It was also bombed. He was discouraged and had no money but didn’t give up.
So, he built scooters and commuted with them to work every day. People started demanding for his scooters. With the money he made from selling his scooters, he built a prototype of his motor bike and sent it to the US.
He also wrote 5,000 letters with his hand seeking for buyers. Orders started coming from the US and that was how he started Honda and at a point even went into cars and different products.
Today, you drive assorted types of Honda cars. But remember the Honda brand is a standing vision of a man who refused to be controlled by negative emotions; but who channelled his emotions rightly to fulfil his greatest ambitions.
Olotu is the CEO/Lead Consultant, DEAIM Innovative Resources Ltd., bridgetolotu@gmail.com
BY AGBOLADE OMOWOLE
IN life, risks are inevitable. The word, ‘risk’ simply refers to the possibility of being exposed to danger, or loss.
As we go through our personal and professional life, we experience joy and sorrow, success and failure, and pains and gains. We may not be able to predict the next moment. That is why life, in itself, is risky.
Take chances. A lot of people are conditioned not to take risk from childhood, and grew up with that mindset. They have been told to always play safe. But great achievers are known for the risk they are taking. Nelson Mandela, former president of South Africa, risked his life while fighting against the apartheid rule. The 27 years he spent in the prison have paid off.
Step out of your comfort zone. Gone are the days when people wait for success to fall on their laps. If you want to succeed, then you have to struggle for yourself. You have to work hard and pursue your dreams. You have to take risk.
Get relevant knowledge. Before taking that risk, get the fact and figures. About two years ago when there was a boom in the capital market, many people bought shares or equity from quoted companies without caring to know the details about how the stock market works. A lot of amateur investors got their fingers burnt in the process.
Consider the pains and the gains. Before taking that risk, you have to evaluate what you have to lose, and what you stand to gain. If there are chances that you could lose everything, then don’t take that risk.
Live your own life. Don’t take risks based on the fact that others are taking the same risk. Your life is different from their life. D’Banj of Mo’hits records dropped out of the university to concentrate on music. That may not be enough reason for you to drop out of school and focus on music. You have to live your life and let others live theirs.
ASK for what you want. If you want a pay rise, you can tell your boss directly. Your request will get a yes or no answer. If you don’t ask, you risk your potential of earning more money. At worst, your boss will ignore your request. Since you have nothing to lose in this scenario, then you need to take the risk.
Give yourself room to fail. One school of thought says, “if you want something to stand, then you need to risk letting it fall.”
That’s true. No matter how intelligent and experienced you are, unexpected things will happen to you. There is no 100 per cent guarantee that what you venture in will succeed. Expect the best, and prepare for the worst.
Think realistically before taking risk. As a rule of the thumb, if the success ratio is not more than 80 percent, you will have to weigh your options critically, before taking action. That is how to take safe risk.
Don’t take unhealthy risk. It is reasonable to only risk something that in the event you don’t succeed, won’t ruin you financially, physically, or emotionally. You don’t have to risk everything in life.
IN conclusion, I have realized that the key to accomplishing greatness is by taking calculated risk and not reckless gamble. “If you plan to advance in your career, experience fulfilling relationships, earn more money, and achieve your goals sooner, you must plan on taking the respective risks” says Fran Briggs, a Phoenix-based motivational speaker and author.
Harmonising your brain for wealth creation
(Biz tool Kids)
BY BRIDGET OLOTU
WE think, move, run, sleep, walk, work, wake up, cry, write, read, and do virtually everything we do every day by the help of the brain.
It is therefore not surprising that the brain is also involved in the wealth creation process.
The brain is made up of three parts. While the left brain refers to that part of the brain concerned with reading, writing, speaking and logic, the right brain is often associated with pictures, art, music, and other non-linear relationships that require creativity and imagination.
The subconscious brain on the other hand is the most powerful of the three brains because it includes what is called the ‘primitive brain’, which is like an animal’s brain.
It does not think but rather reacts, fights, flees or freezes. It is that intrapersonal intelligence part of man.
It is the subconscious brain that causes an individual to freeze and not take action out of fear of making mistake, or stay at a job for security rather than the love of work.
People think differently when their subconscious is controlled by fear. If people are fearful, they may say, ‘I can’t do that. What if I fail?’ or ‘That’s risky’.
Compare that to a person who might say, “I’ll show them. I’ll get that deal just to prove I can do it.”
People with high intrapersonal intelligence have the ability to control the subconscious brain’s desire to fight, flee or freeze.
If frozen, they may choose to fight. The point is; they have the intelligence to choose the appropriate subconscious response. If angry, they can speak calmly. If afraid, they can confront their fear.
IF I ask, ‘Do you want to be rich?’ most people will say from their logical left brain, “Yes. I really want to be rich.”
The problem is not found in their logical left brain. The problem is the subconscious brain saying, ‘Not you. You’ll never be rich’, or ‘How can you be rich, you don’t have any money?’
So, you see, the subconscious brain wields a tremendous influence on how our lives turn out.
Some people can give you 1,000 reasons why they wouldn’t be rich, can’t go to school, can’t marry, can’t be healthy, can’t survive in a country like Nigeria, while all they need to motivate themselves is to find just one simple reason why they should, and use this single reason to knock down their giant doubts and fears.
It’s the subconscious brain that keeps a man/woman doing a job he hates for 20, 30 years and even retiring on it.
It is the subconscious brain that keeps young men who have been jilted before by the women they loved not to make any attempt to try again because of the fear of being jilted again.
It is one reason that imprisons certain people from making career or business changes because of the fear of failure. In other words, the subconscious brain controls your life regardless of who you are.
IN other words, regardless of what and how you feel, by developing your intrapersonal intelligence, you will be able to control how your life shapes out, especially by doing what you need to do whether you feel like it or not, so you can have what you need to have regardless of whether anybody likes it or not.
Let me end by sharing the story of the owner of Honda. This guy wanted to start manufacturing motor bikes.
He had the skills and training. He built his first garage but during the Second World War, the garage was bombed.
He had to borrow his wife’s jewelleries. He used the money he generated from selling it to build another garage. It was also bombed. He was discouraged and had no money but didn’t give up.
So, he built scooters and commuted with them to work every day. People started demanding for his scooters. With the money he made from selling his scooters, he built a prototype of his motor bike and sent it to the US.
He also wrote 5,000 letters with his hand seeking for buyers. Orders started coming from the US and that was how he started Honda and at a point even went into cars and different products.
Today, you drive assorted types of Honda cars. But remember the Honda brand is a standing vision of a man who refused to be controlled by negative emotions; but who channelled his emotions rightly to fulfil his greatest ambitions.
Olotu is the CEO/Lead Consultant, DEAIM Innovative Resources Ltd., bridgetolotu@gmail.com
About nausea
By Kikelola Oyebola
Ever felt nauseated immediately after eating a meal? At such moments, one wishes that the meals were not taken. This condition usually ranges from mild to severe. Sometimes, it could be so bad that those affected actually throw up all that had been eaten. Others get over it as the feeling passes away after a short while. But it recurs every time something has been ingested and it could last for as long as possible until something is done about it. It is believed in some quarters that the feeling is induced only by pregnancy. But some also attribute it to cold foods. Yet others say it has to do with whether the food is peppery enough or not. While all this may not be totally discountenanced, in many cases, however, the condition may not be due to any of them. “Feeling nauseated immediately after eating can be traced to many things, which include the presence of a large number of worms in the guts. When these have become so much to the point that they congest and block the guts, it sometimes leads to this condition,” says Dr. Babatunde Adeboyejo. “And it is sometimes as a result of stress. When an individual has been so stressed to the extent that it has become pronounced, he/she may start experiencing nausea.” It is, however, not necessarily something to get alarmed over though it can be of great discomfort while it lasts. The best thing to do then is to consult the doctor to ascertain what the problem actually is. In addition, nausea could be a symptom of some other ailments, which are not enough to give anyone a sleepless night anyway. “Aside worms and stress, other ailments that nausea heralds include dysentery, stomach disorder, feverish condition, etc. All these are treatable ailments and should not give much cause for concern. In most cases, when none of these is responsible for the condition, it usually goes away by itself so that the patient may not have to bother about seeing the doctor after all,” Adeboyejo says. If the feeling is not noticed after every meal, then it could be that a particular kind of food is not agreeable to the system, which is what triggers the nausea. In such cases, a little observation regarding the varieties of food consumed will help reveal what food is to be avoided. It is just like an allergy, which is caused by taking certain foods and drinks, but is eliminated as soon as such are avoided. Tackling the root cause usually takes care of the problem. But asides this, there are certain measures that could be taken to stem or subside the feeling for a while pending the time the doctor is consulted if the need arises. Chewing bitter kola or even kola nut is said to be of great help to those who eat them. Another way is to eat mint sweets such as tom-tom, trebor, etc.
Eggs for weight los
PANORAMA
BY REBECCA AKINMOLAYAN
YES oh! Eggs have gotten a lot of bad press. Everywhere, in the hospitals, in the media eggs have being labeled off-limits for those who desire a healthy heart.
A new study featured in the online journal, Risk Analysis, reports that eating one egg a day accounts for less than 1 per cent of the risk of heart disease, the leading killer of men and women worldwide.
Poor diet, smoking, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle are cited as the chief contributors (30 to 40 per cent) to heart disease risk, with men having higher risks than women.
Risk factors that could be potentially treated, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, accounted for a whopping 60 to 70 per cent of the risk. In this light, a single egg doesn’t seem so big a threat.
AWAY with the myth that egg is bad for your health and should be rationed for a healthy heart. Instead of worrying about an egg a day, we should be more concerned about the potential risks of stress (especially chronic stress), physical inactivity, and poor overall diet choices (like diets high in junk foods and low in fruits and vegetables).
This research, which was funded by the Egg Nutrition Centre in conjunction with the John Hopkins University, has proven that healthy adults really can eat (whole) eggs without increasing their heart disease risk significantly. Aside this, it is imperative to also know how eggs help the heart. Eggs:
• Are high in choline, an organic, water-soluble nutrient that is usually grouped with the B vitamins. They are also high in betaine, a nutrient related to choline. Together these 2 are associated with lower levels of homocysteine (an amino acid that studies has shown to be related to a higher risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease).
• Are a great source of High Biological Value (HBV) protein that is high quality protein. In fact, eggs are considered to be the best overall source of protein.
• Provide 13 essential vitamins/minerals, including riboflavin, an important B vitamin needed to help your body get energy from food. Eggs also contain vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin lacking in the diet of many Americans. People who are overweight and/or have diabetes are at a higher risk for vitamin D deficiency.
• Help you feel full, since your body produces a hormone called PYY when you eat high-protein foods. PYY tells your brain you’re no longer hungry, so if you’re trying to lose some pounds, opting for a high-protein snack like a boiled egg can really help you feel full (and it’s only 75 calories!).
HOWEVER, if you want to keep the fat and cholesterol content in your diet low, eat the egg whites and skip the yolk, since all the protein (and virtually none of the fat) is in the whites.
This study, however, seems to be suggesting that even the egg yolk isn’t anywhere near the health risk people have perceived it to be for all these years.
They’re also a very affordable source of protein, a big plus in today’s economy! The bottom line is if you like eggs and it is okay by your doctor, then go ahead and enjoy them, yolks and all!
rubystar2004@yahoo.com
Mentoring
(GOOD MANNERS)
BY MIKE EKUNNO
WAS recently at a valedictory party for a woman, who was leaving the country to take up a higher position, as Nigeria’s representative to a multi-lateral agency.
As is usual with such events, there was an overflow of encomiums by the colleagues of the departing lady extolling her virtues as a mentor.
As I sat back soaking up all the positive vibes of the occasion, I began to wonder at why some subordinates are more amenable to accepting mentoring and leadership from some types of bosses than from other types.
Some colleagues and subordinates at work cannot take a correction or rebuke from their superior without feeling resentful.
At the said party, the celebrant came across as Mother Hen while all her ‘brood’ among whom could be found other grown chicken all took time to extol her patience, grace, punctuality and, above all, strictness. So it was not as if they love her because she indulged them. As a public servant, it is certainly something of note that she was efficient, strict, but well loved all the same. The same cannot be said for many strict people.
They are mostly resented. Can one therefore be firm and fair; tough but well loved? Who initiates mentoring – the mentor or the protégé? What are the mannerism issues that go with correcting?
Mentoring should be a seamless process whereby the protégé of his own volition discovers that he has got some positive qualities to imbibe from the mentor.
The wise ones say that when the student is ready, the master appears. The mentor, on his own part, must display some gracefulness and understanding in mentoring a subordinate.
These are two sides of the same coin — a teachable spirit and the grace to teach. No one can learn from somebody they resent. Sadly, resentment goes two for a kobo among un-smart folks. You can not put an intelligent person down without his permission — to paraphrase the motivational adage. But some people are easily angered and feel easily insulted without realising that the original insult is coming from within them.
Sorry to say, the public services are full of such types. Have you ever tried to reason with the secretary of a boss you have something with? Once the logic goes beyond what he/she is used to, the next thing you hear is: “Are you teaching me my work?” This happens all the time whether you are talking of government offices or checkpoints (you know by whom mounted). Many cannot endure the force of logic, which they see as exposing their dumbness. Is that why they say you should not argue with someone carrying a gun? Are all gun carriers dumb?
Correcting adults can be a dicey issue because of their fully developed egos. But this shouldn’t discourage anyone. It is better not to correct anyone in full view of others. This is to save them from losing esteem in the sight of others.
Also in correcting, one should show how the thing can better be done. Examples are better than precepts, as the saying goes. Many subordinates resent capricious bosses. These types change what they want like the weather.
When a subordinate or younger person has used initiative on a matter that comes out badly, it is better to commend the initiative first before correcting. Bosses should be proactive and unambiguous in their instructions. Most times you’d have to anticipate what may likely confuse a subordinate and provide against it.
chudiekunno@yahoo.com
BY REBECCA AKINMOLAYAN
YES oh! Eggs have gotten a lot of bad press. Everywhere, in the hospitals, in the media eggs have being labeled off-limits for those who desire a healthy heart.
A new study featured in the online journal, Risk Analysis, reports that eating one egg a day accounts for less than 1 per cent of the risk of heart disease, the leading killer of men and women worldwide.
Poor diet, smoking, obesity, and a sedentary lifestyle are cited as the chief contributors (30 to 40 per cent) to heart disease risk, with men having higher risks than women.
Risk factors that could be potentially treated, such as high blood pressure and diabetes, accounted for a whopping 60 to 70 per cent of the risk. In this light, a single egg doesn’t seem so big a threat.
AWAY with the myth that egg is bad for your health and should be rationed for a healthy heart. Instead of worrying about an egg a day, we should be more concerned about the potential risks of stress (especially chronic stress), physical inactivity, and poor overall diet choices (like diets high in junk foods and low in fruits and vegetables).
This research, which was funded by the Egg Nutrition Centre in conjunction with the John Hopkins University, has proven that healthy adults really can eat (whole) eggs without increasing their heart disease risk significantly. Aside this, it is imperative to also know how eggs help the heart. Eggs:
• Are high in choline, an organic, water-soluble nutrient that is usually grouped with the B vitamins. They are also high in betaine, a nutrient related to choline. Together these 2 are associated with lower levels of homocysteine (an amino acid that studies has shown to be related to a higher risk of coronary heart disease, stroke, and peripheral vascular disease).
• Are a great source of High Biological Value (HBV) protein that is high quality protein. In fact, eggs are considered to be the best overall source of protein.
• Provide 13 essential vitamins/minerals, including riboflavin, an important B vitamin needed to help your body get energy from food. Eggs also contain vitamin D, a fat-soluble vitamin lacking in the diet of many Americans. People who are overweight and/or have diabetes are at a higher risk for vitamin D deficiency.
• Help you feel full, since your body produces a hormone called PYY when you eat high-protein foods. PYY tells your brain you’re no longer hungry, so if you’re trying to lose some pounds, opting for a high-protein snack like a boiled egg can really help you feel full (and it’s only 75 calories!).
HOWEVER, if you want to keep the fat and cholesterol content in your diet low, eat the egg whites and skip the yolk, since all the protein (and virtually none of the fat) is in the whites.
This study, however, seems to be suggesting that even the egg yolk isn’t anywhere near the health risk people have perceived it to be for all these years.
They’re also a very affordable source of protein, a big plus in today’s economy! The bottom line is if you like eggs and it is okay by your doctor, then go ahead and enjoy them, yolks and all!
rubystar2004@yahoo.com
Mentoring
(GOOD MANNERS)
BY MIKE EKUNNO
WAS recently at a valedictory party for a woman, who was leaving the country to take up a higher position, as Nigeria’s representative to a multi-lateral agency.
As is usual with such events, there was an overflow of encomiums by the colleagues of the departing lady extolling her virtues as a mentor.
As I sat back soaking up all the positive vibes of the occasion, I began to wonder at why some subordinates are more amenable to accepting mentoring and leadership from some types of bosses than from other types.
Some colleagues and subordinates at work cannot take a correction or rebuke from their superior without feeling resentful.
At the said party, the celebrant came across as Mother Hen while all her ‘brood’ among whom could be found other grown chicken all took time to extol her patience, grace, punctuality and, above all, strictness. So it was not as if they love her because she indulged them. As a public servant, it is certainly something of note that she was efficient, strict, but well loved all the same. The same cannot be said for many strict people.
They are mostly resented. Can one therefore be firm and fair; tough but well loved? Who initiates mentoring – the mentor or the protégé? What are the mannerism issues that go with correcting?
Mentoring should be a seamless process whereby the protégé of his own volition discovers that he has got some positive qualities to imbibe from the mentor.
The wise ones say that when the student is ready, the master appears. The mentor, on his own part, must display some gracefulness and understanding in mentoring a subordinate.
These are two sides of the same coin — a teachable spirit and the grace to teach. No one can learn from somebody they resent. Sadly, resentment goes two for a kobo among un-smart folks. You can not put an intelligent person down without his permission — to paraphrase the motivational adage. But some people are easily angered and feel easily insulted without realising that the original insult is coming from within them.
Sorry to say, the public services are full of such types. Have you ever tried to reason with the secretary of a boss you have something with? Once the logic goes beyond what he/she is used to, the next thing you hear is: “Are you teaching me my work?” This happens all the time whether you are talking of government offices or checkpoints (you know by whom mounted). Many cannot endure the force of logic, which they see as exposing their dumbness. Is that why they say you should not argue with someone carrying a gun? Are all gun carriers dumb?
Correcting adults can be a dicey issue because of their fully developed egos. But this shouldn’t discourage anyone. It is better not to correct anyone in full view of others. This is to save them from losing esteem in the sight of others.
Also in correcting, one should show how the thing can better be done. Examples are better than precepts, as the saying goes. Many subordinates resent capricious bosses. These types change what they want like the weather.
When a subordinate or younger person has used initiative on a matter that comes out badly, it is better to commend the initiative first before correcting. Bosses should be proactive and unambiguous in their instructions. Most times you’d have to anticipate what may likely confuse a subordinate and provide against it.
chudiekunno@yahoo.com
Wither Life on Campus?
Hello folks, As you have already known before turning the pages to your smash hit campus bouquet, The GuardianLife magazine, in your hand is the 200th edition and the crave to keep you informed and entertained had been fun all the way. Because of the high regard for the academia as the institution that nurture thoughts and ideas outside grooming tomorrow’s leaders, Life, in its 138th edition of April 6, 2008, set up store by the numerous campuses with the introduction of Life Campus, to mirror the happenings in the various universities. Students are the life-wire of any university; they make the university what it is. Their conducts and characters give the university its uniqueness. This is why in commemoration of this landmarking edition of your soar-away Life, we shall be airing your views on the on-goings between the Federal Government and the three tiers of labour unions — ASUU, NASU and SSANU — that have strangulated Life on Campus. Happy reading! — Tope Templer Olaiya
Union leader urges ASUU/FG to settle differences
BY ABRAHAM OLADIPUPO THE President of National Association of Edo State Students (NAESS), Comrade Theophilus Adolphus Ibodeme, has called on government and Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Non Academic Staff Union (NASU) and Senior Staff Association of Nigerian Universities (SSANU) to settle their differences in the interest of students. Speaking at a media briefing in Benin tagged ASUU Strike: Lasting Solution Through The Roundtable, Ibodeme stated that the on-going strike has turned students to loafers and inflicted psychological injury in many of them and their parents. “You can imagine a situation where students, who are supposed to graduate after a four-year programme, are still in school, waiting to finish after six years due to incessant strikes. Many finalists that are supposed to have finished their final papers cannot meet up with call-up time to NYSC. “Many of the female students have turned to prostitution, among other social vices due to this indefinite industrial action. He called on government to dialogue with the aggrieved workers as ASUU recently disclosed its readiness to sit at the roundtable with the government. He also appealed to other bodies on campus to resolve their grievances in the interest of Nigerian students. annointedprofessor@yahoo.co.uk
ASUU president visits UI, urges members to remain committed to strike
BY ABRAHAM OLADIPUPO THE President of Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU), Prof. Ukachukwu Awuzie, visited the University of Ibadan on Thursday, August 20, to brief members on the ongoing strike. Addressing lecturers, Awuzie said: “ASUU wish to put the ongoing strike to rest, even in the next one week, but not at the detriment of proper funding of education. When people talk about us, they forget we also have our children in these universities, since we cannot afford to send them abroad. The power to call off the strike is not with me or the president, but with the National Executive Council, which had warned him not to call off the strike until the agreement is signed.” He narrated how the government’s negotiating team turned themselves into a law court by adjourning meeting on several occasion while they went ahead to misinform the public that ASUU was not ready to negotiate. Awuzie advised members to show commitment to the cause, as the fight was not aimed at destroying, but at building a future for the nation’s educational sector. Members who attended the meeting commended the president and his team, while promising to stand by them. abrahamprecious@yahoo.com
‘Pull out of strikes or else …’
BY DAYO ADESINA PETERS STUDENTS of the University of Ibadan, at the last stakeholders’ meeting held on August 18, at the Students Representative Council (SRC) Chambers, have unanimously agreed that the school should pull out of the ongoing strikes because the authorities had already promised students, while embarking on a six months compulsory break in 2007, that it would regularise its calendar to run from September to May and that it would not join any strike that may jeopardise the calendar. The students also noted that admission into Law School is once a year and that if the university does not pull out of the present strike embarked on, the present final year students of the Faculty of Law would have to miss a whole year and even the next, as the backlog of admission would be too much that some of them may have to wait till 2011. In the same vein, the students urged the university authorities to consider the plight of the final year students, who are supposed to go for the National Youth Service Corp (NYSC) scheme by November, saying if the school fails to pull out of the strike, it will have a destabilising effect on the whole set and even translate into their waiting till next year before they are mobilised for youth service. The Student Union Transition Committee, a body standing for the Students’ Union Government in the University of Ibadan, therefore, warned the school to pull out of the strike or else face a peaceful demonstration by the whole students of the university to drive home their demand. ucjeditorinchief@yahoo.com
The pains of staying home?
BY OLATINWO WURAOLA
FOR many students, the acronym ASUU is now synonymous with strike. Some of them don’t even know the exact meaning of the acronym or the functions of the body. Though they understand and feel the plights of these lecturers, the truth is that they are the ones bearing the pains. Imagine final year students, who are already counting their days and already looking forward to leaving school; what happens to them? ASUU has elongated their stay. This has also affected those going for their Industrial Training. While the affected students are praying for the strike to be called off, their counterparts in the private universities are silently wishing them the opposite. ASUU strike has made a lot of people idle, thus stimulating criminality among the students. Remember the saying, “an idle hand is the devil’s workshop”. Considering the huge number of eligible unemployed in Nigeria, no firm will ever think of giving work to someone whose institution is on indefinite strike and can be called back to school at anytime. Even when parents are advised to allow their ‘striked’ children to do something reasonable and lucrative at this crucial period, their hopes hang on the uncertainty of time, since no one seems to know when the strike would be called off. PHCN too is not helping matters as boredom fills the air and there is nothing to keep one busy. And to those who have been struck by ASUU out there, don’t stop praying and don’t stop reading either because neither your complaints nor your protests can change the present situation, but talking to the President of the Universe will do much good. wuraolat28@yahoo.co.uk
Strange happenings at Lead City University
BY HIGHBEE OPEYEMI
MY sister rushed home crying, attracting the attention of every member of the family and on our demand to know her misgiving; we became dumbfounded on her revelation. We had expected her to be part of the NYSC early this year. That didn’t happen, as her school, Lead City University, Ibadan, had a backlog of students awaiting call-up. We all consoled her going by the words of the university and; considering that she had completed her academic requirements, she would be mobilised for the scheme later this year perhaps with the first batch or at most with July Batch. Alas, we were off the mark; the crisis went deeper. She revealed to us that the university authorities had issued a statement that most of, if not all, the 100 level results were missing. As a result, the students would have to retake those courses with each student paying N50, 000 per course before they can be considered for graduation and subsequently participate in the NYSC scheme. There are questions that must be answered. First, whose responsibility is it to keep academic records? Could this be a rhetorical question? Secondly, didn’t the university release those results in that session? Yes, they did. This raises questions on what money being charged is meant for. Is it for allotting marks? Also, what is the role of National Universities Commission (NUC) in this embarrassing matter? This ugly development goes beyond mere exploitation of the poor by the rich, but further shows that private university is not a solution to the decay in the education sector. It also reveals that no amount of money paid by individuals or parents can adequately fund quality education. THE fact is that most of these private universities that have mushroomed over the decaying public education are substandard and “cash and carry” institutions, or at best glorified secondary schools. They lack adequate facilities for quality learning and are grossly understaffed. They rely on the part-time services of teachers from the public universities. I, indeed, reliably gathered that most of the lecturers who taught the courses in question have left the university for better conditions of service. The prevailing exploitation in private universities and without a corresponding output in terms of quality of graduates proves that only the UNECSO prescribed standard on public funded education, 26 per cent budgetary allocation, could be enough to save education. Incidentally, Nigeria is a signatory to UNESCO charter, but to our successive governments, it is nothing but a mere chatter. ON a conclusive note, I here appeal passionately to the Ministry of Education and the NUC to prevail on the school’s authorities to immediately refund the illicit, unjustified money collected from the helpless and hapless students who are desperate to graduate and be mobilised for NYSC scheme. Weep not my beloved sister, justice shall be done soonest! Opeyemi, Lagos. highbee_opeyemi@yahoo.com
200 candles
Strictly for the young
BY TOSYN BUCKNOR
IMAGINE if this article was a person. A 200 year old person! I mean, just last week, I was rambling on about my age and what birthdays now mean. But what if adding a notch, or in this case, a 200th edition, was something to be excited about? When it was time to submit my article for the 100th edition of The Guardian Life, I felt almost giddy! It is easy to do almost anything in life, but it is hard to be consistent. And they say it is the consistence that makes all the difference. You sometimes see, or hear of people who have worked in a company for 50 years, and sometimes, for those in the ‘creative’ field, that feels like being stunted. But that is not 50 years of being stunted. That is 50 years of progressing and being the best at what you do. It is so easy for us, these days; to be a million things; I am probably one of the most guilty of this! But there is a certain level of excellence that comes with time. AND so now, it is a 100 editions later. And what other lessons, apart from consistency, have I picked up? Writer’s block is not the enemy. The person who came up with the term, ‘Writer’s Block’, deserves an award, for giving a generation of writers, an excuse to not get things done! There are days I am staring into space without a sentence forming properly in my mind. Other times, it is my inner gypsy that takes over, and I can’t bear to be still enough to write. I once asked celebrated writer, Odia Ofeimun, how he deals with ‘Writer’s Block’. He told me that the only way to handle deadlines was to sit in front of your computer, and start. Type the first sentence. Then type another one. And before you know it, you have an article. I tried that method more than once, and I’m surprised that people sometimes respond to those ones, more than the ones that are written when the stars have aligned! Or whatever else gets me through the day. The truth however is, I either write an article in one sitting, or it takes me a whole week! Then there is keeping the personal away from the professional. Which if you ask anyone who gives a piece of themselves out regularly, can be easy, yet real hard to do! It is easy when you create personas. You can be one person when at work, and another entirely, when at home. BUT there are some personal tragedies that will cross over, whether you want them to or not! I saw Celine Dion on the Oprah show the other day, and she spoke about the night she had to perform though her father had just died in the morning! We saw a clip of her performing, and she had to sing through tears. Yes, she is an entertainer. But how do you get on a stage and dance, act or make people laugh, when something in your life has crashed? Yet there are people who have had to do this time after time. People who have to still function at school even though they have just had the mother of all fights at home. People who have to work through tears and a heavy heart. Personally, I sort of crumbled at the beginning of this year. I spent more time lying on the floor and staring at the ceiling, than functioning. And having to get up, to type, and write, and possibly inspire, was harder than I could have ever imagined. I think I tried to hide it a bit, but I do feel if one were to go back to certain articles written at some point, one would find, there was a deeper story buried between the lines! Then there is keeping personal judgements and ‘beef’, away from an article. There is such a thing as liking someone too much, or disliking someone. The safest thing is to leave out articles where you either cannot be truly objective, or where your motives would be called into question. As they say in law, justice must not only be done, but must also be seen to be done! FOR it is easy for one to think, it is just a column tucked beside another column, moved from page to page, no one is reading it! Ehen? Prepare to be shocked! In the Dramatics Society back then in Secondary School, our teacher told us, there were no such things like ‘bit’ parts. She said, even if you have just one line, make that line yours! Everyone is as important in the story as the lead! No matter what you do, you are there because you are needed. And if you feel there are inconsequential jobs, then be rude to the staff at the embassies! Or the secretary to the Dean of your faculty. IT is the 200th edition, and yes oh, there is much to be grateful for. There is also much to be scared about. One of which is running out of things to say! I mean, is it possible to stay fresh every week? It is a question I have asked a thousand times recently. And watching shows like Oprah which have been on since forever, give some pointers. Stay fresh by staying relevant. By not reinventing the wheel, but by spinning it differently. And when all else fails, change your haircut. Happy 200th to us here at The Guardian Life! It is a fantastic family to be a part of! Happy 200th to you, and thank you so much for reading us weekly. Next week will be the 201st, then the 202nd, and before you know it, we will be pushing 300! Chei! tosinornottosin@yahoo.com
The Life of our times…
BY CHUKS NWANNEFirst published on October 4, 2005, as a supplement in The Guardian on Sunday, Life magazine has evolved into a must-read package for every young person. Even the adults have found good reasons to pick up the Life as their regular Sunday staple. Primarily focused on providing a platform for young people to find their rhythm in their varied field of endeavours, the magazine, which has gone through different phases -- always reinventing itself — also celebrates role models and good ideas without barrier. The underlying philosophy is to go against the run-of-the-mill of the ‘usual suspect’ in Nigeria’s media coverage, which often focus on a particular set of people -- turning many of them into cult-figures as a result of the volume and frequency of media coverage they enjoy, even to the point of boring repetitions; and focus on fresh, young citizens who, in spite of the heavy baggage of odds in the national life, have been deploying their talents, skills and resources to set their feet firmly in the world of today, even competing favourably with tthe best from around the world. Th cover stories, which are mostly about ‘unknown’ or ‘little-known’ young persons, have influenced millions of Nigerians; many of those who have appeared on these covers have gone on to win prestigious awards; and find fulfilment i their respective careers. Now in its 200th edition, Life still prides itself as a leading publication in the country, with its followership cutting across different age groups and class. Though the packaging has gone through different phases over the years, the content still remains constant in orientation – devoted to celebrating the realNigerians with the brains and character to move the country forward. On this occasion,some of the subjects that the magazine had found worthy of being celebrated in its past editions, give assessment of their beloved Life...
Jeta Amata
(Filmmaker)
I may sound biased due to the fact that I have been on the cover of The Guardian Life, but the idea of mixing the best in Entertainment with the most serious in arts make Life stand out.
Obi Asika; (CEO, Storm Records)
All the best to the team at The Guardian Life Magazine; I most likely have every copy ever published. Many congrats on reaching this important milestone and all of us at Storm are watching and supporting, best always.
Basorge Tariah Jr (Actor/Comedian)
It is a laudable achievement...one worthy of note and proclamation. Your product, approach and diligence have always set you apart from the rest. May you find the fortitude to sustain this lofty height!
Ohiowele Rachael Ehidiana (Presenter, Wazobia FM)
Like the name goes, Life magazine has indeed fed us with life; please keep the good work going. I wish Life magazine and everybody that has contributed in making the publication real, a long life!
Femi Odugbemi (Filmmaker, ex-president ITPAN)
Well, I have watched The Guardian Life magazine on Sunday evolve from its inception from a few pages of casual curiosity into a definitive authority of entertainment and art reporting and commentary. I definitely appreciate the hard work and dedication that it has taken to attain and sustain real quality of content over 200 editions. Congratulations to the Life Magazine team and may the next 200 editions bring us your readers double the pleasure!
Emem mem’O’ Ema (Member of defunct music group, KUSH)
At the time Guardian Life came on board, it was a welcome platform as it gave young talented people a chance to express themselves; find where they fit in society, how they perceive society and an opportunity to contribute to it and grow in the process. Every young successful Nigerian has had the privilege of being influenced by the content in The Guardian Life, or experiencing the magazine and/or having their name written in the Book of The Guardian Life. I wish for The Guardian Life, many more years of fruitful service, as it remains one of the platforms that the New Nigeria springs from.
Che Chidi Chukwumerije (Executive Staff, Lufthansa Airline, Artiste)
A deep, yet easily digestible, soundingboard of contemporary Nigerian culture, capturing its high points, reflecting its constant state of change. Well done Guardian Life! Keep on living...
Adunni Nefretiti (Leader of Nefretiti Music Group) Let me thank The Guardian Life for making me part of this historical anniversary. My suggestion is that more women should be given opportunity to contribute to the magazine, and if possible, make the package a weekly soft journal. I wish The Guardian Life Magazine all the success you deserve.
Seyi Solagbade (Afrobeat Musician)
Finally, I have an opportunity to express myself about The Guardian Life Magazine. This is a magazine that pushed me up when I was nobody. It was like a dream come true when I saw myself on the cover of the magazine (January 2006), which gave me the push that I really needed; I’m highly grateful. This is a magazine that believes in originality and they haven’t stopped doing that. Let me use this opportunity to say a big thank you to all the team for making this magazine a reality. All the best!
Joke Silva (Veteran Actress) Life Magazine has published some great stories on some of my protégés, for example Iyabo Amoke and the interviews were incisive.
Akpor Gbemre (CEO 411 Entertainment)
The Guardian Life magazine has stand the test of time, its is rich in content but a brand new look and more colourful entertainment content at this juncture will boost it readership audience.
Tola Odusote (Manager, Strategy & Business Development Mediacraft Associates, Lagos)
Big congrats to all The Guardian Life crew. I think the magazine stands out from others in terms of content and focus, and I will advise you keep it up. However, you need to continue making all the pages glossy and use picture space in the layout so that it can really have life and artistic. If it is possible, try and include a column that will focus on behind the scene images of blockbusting movies and TV commercials of mega brands. Stay Blessed.
Emmy Collins (UK based-Nigerian Fashion Designer)
As an international designer based in the UK, who still want to maintain a presence in his country of origin I am very proud to be associated with Guardian Life magazine.I think the magazine is pure quality and in fashion quality should always reign supreme.To the Life Magazine team I say keep it up guys.
GT Da Guitarman (Artiste)
The Guardian Life Magazine is doing an excellent job, and I congratulate you on the progress you have made.You are trendsetters and people look up to you to know whats happening in the entertainment world. I wish you well as you grow from strength to strength.
Onos Bikawei (Artiste)
The Guardian Life Magazine is simply amazing because it provides a platform for up rising acts to show case their talents and gifts, which you won't normally get in other magazine in a very prominent manner,l don't just think but l know it is very effective, pls keep up the good work and don't stop doing what you do.
Ada Onyejike (Visual Artist)
Guardian Life magazine,has added loads of value to Arts and the entertainment industry in Nigeria. It has taken Arts to the reading desks many reputable Nigerians who read Guardian Newspaper.I appreciate what the magazine has done to promote ARTs in Nigeria. I think I prefer the old gloss or better still a Mat finish of the old detachable versions.
200 young celebrities... and still counting...They have done it with LIFE...
My Fashion is...
For me, fashion is just something that makes you look, good.”
— SEGUN OGUNGBE
“It is all about packaging: adorning yourself with something nice.”
— ODUNLADE ADEKOLA
“It is anything that makes one comfortable and presentable.”
— CHRISTIANA OLUWASEUN COLE
“It is what makes me look good and comfortable.”
— TUNMININU LAWRENCE OSENI
“It is what you are comfortable in, and what you showcase to people. It’s basically trying to make a statement.”
— SEUN AKINDELE
“It is a person’s choice. It’s all about an individual’s choice.”
— ADEKUNLE OLOYEDE
“I see fashion as an expression of oneself. It is a combination of one’s thought and style.”
— ADEWALE ADEPOJU
“It is inborn. I believe one is fashionable from inside. No matter what you think you can do to make yourself look fashionable, you can’t buy fashion except it comes from your being. ”
— OLUWADAYO EPHRAIM
“It is your person; it is your inner mind and all about you.”
— BLESSING JANE ASIBE
“Fashion is beauty, a glamourising part of oneself. It’s one thing that adds to one’s beauty.” — PATRICK NWOKOLO
“It’s something within. It is something that tells who you are.”
— OTU UKPANA
“Fashion is a way of dressing, but some people will say it’s a way of life.” — GBILE DUROJAIYE
Fashion is a determinant of style. Fashion is quite different from style because Fashion is the clothing part, while style is packaging of the fashion part of you. — BIODUN CASTON DADA
“It is what I feel comfortable in. That’s basically what it is for me.”
— ARUSIUKA THELMA ONYINYE
“It is style. It is being comfortable with what you are wearing.”
— MAKINDE ARINLADE.
Fashion is something that makes you look beautiful. It simply means looking good.”
— IBIRONKE ADENIJI
“It is an art. To others, it is almost a religion, but for most people, it is a method of utilising clothing, accessories and hair to show or hide something about you. It announces or interprets language, costume, culture, seasons, moods or times, in which we are.” — OLODUN ADE
“It is putting on fitting clothes. It is something that expresses you better.” – LEKAN TUNDE OLAYADE
They came...they saw...and...
SINCE 2005, when the Life, decided to go against the ‘usual’ by focussing on their exploits (rather than the old, repeated faces) the new faces of Nigerian fashion industry have kept local and global runway warm wit their creative prowess. It has kept faith with the blossoming careers of the young creative designers; watchin many of them hit the limelight. Deola Sagoe, Dakova, Adabayo Jones, Ade Bakare, Fred Eboka, Wale Adeyemi, Gureje, Yemi Osunkoya and Duro Olowu, among others. Over the years, they have proven that LIFE is all about creativity in their wearable and comforting pieces.
LDA
Lanre Da Silva-Ajayi is the pretty face behind LDA. She stormed the scene with her Victorian style. Since she arrived, she has shown that she is one of the most creative designers around. Only recently, she won the City People Fashion and Style Award.
TIFFANY AMBER
Drawing mostly from the European feminine physique and vibrancy of the Africa woman, Tiffany Amber has been able to redefine royalty fashion. Folake Coker-Folarin, the brain behind Tiffany Amber, has over the years, brought elegance to her style.
Recently, her designs were showcased at the Vlisco Fashion Show, Thisday Fashion Show, Arise Africa and others. She will also be showcasing Spring 2010 collections on Friday, September 11, 2009 at New York Fashion show (The Arise African Fashion Collection Show).
MOMO
A graduate of Richmond American International University, UK, Fati Asibelua, the lady behind Momo, is another person that is making Nigeria proud in the fashion world.
Momo has been seen on some of the world’s most renowned models including Alek Wek, Liya Kebede and Oluchi and has built a reputation as one of Africa’s most sought after brands.
Armed with a Master’s degree in fashion from the Institue Marangoni, London, specialising in Fashion Styling, Momo creates enduring designs with African fabrics.
She was one of the designers featured at This Day Africa
Rising Music Festival held at the Kennedy Centre, Washington DC, late last year.
TAE
Bisola Edun, the brain behind Tae, is not resting on her oars. Since the label was launched a few years ago, she has showcased her designs at Saint Moritz Style Selection; and the Red, Bold and Jazzy show, among others.
L-SHANDI
L-Shandi has been carved out from a Nigerian street slang ‘Lepa Shandi’; a term used to describe women of slim frame. Lara Akinsanya, the proprietor, is one of the promoters of African fabrics such as lace and aso-oke. L-Shandi designs mixes western designs with traditional African fabrics in a way that gives you the freedom to personalise your look.
JEZREEL
Abiola Egbeyemi is one of the few designers, who have made great strides in the international scene through steadfastness and determination.
Jezreel infuses contemporary designs into the traditional African fabrics thereby making a statement that lifts her above the crowd.
She showcased her collection at City People Ankara Fashion Show 09, and Young African Fashion Weekend 09 among others.
EMMY COLLINS
Emmy Collins is an avant-garde designer, who is rapidly gaining a reputation for making garments that cut a real dash in the fashion industry.
With clothes characterized by sharp, funky tailoring and a fresh, startling approach to colour; Emmy is beginning to establish himself as one of London’s most flamboyant designers in recent times.
He has been slated to showcase his Spring Summer collection during the New York Fashion week.
HOUSE OF J’OLA
House of J’ola is one of the fastest growing designer labels in West Africa. It offers a range of ready-to-wear clothes outside eveningwears for men and women.
Okorodudu, the honcho, also owes a model
LDA
Lanre Da Silva-Ajayi is the pretty face behind LDA. She stormed the scene with her Victorian style. Since she arrived, she has shown that she is one of the most creative designers around. Only recently, she won the City People Fashion and Style Award.
TIFFANY AMBER
Drawing mostly from the European feminine physique and vibrancy of the Africa woman, Tiffany Amber has been able to redefine royalty fashion. Folake Coker-Folarin, the brain behind Tiffany Amber, has over the years, brought elegance to her style.
Recently, her designs were showcased at the Vlisco Fashion Show, Thisday Fashion Show, Arise Africa and others. She will also be showcasing Spring 2010 collections on Friday, September 11, 2009 at New York Fashion show (The Arise African Fashion Collection Show).
MOMO
A graduate of Richmond American International University, UK, Fati Asibelua, the lady behind Momo, is another person that is making Nigeria proud in the fashion world.
Momo has been seen on some of the world’s most renowned models including Alek Wek, Liya Kebede and Oluchi and has built a reputation as one of Africa’s most sought after brands.
Armed with a Master’s degree in fashion from the Institue Marangoni, London, specialising in Fashion Styling, Momo creates enduring designs with African fabrics.
She was one of the designers featured at This Day Africa
Rising Music Festival held at the Kennedy Centre, Washington DC, late last year.
TAE
Bisola Edun, the brain behind Tae, is not resting on her oars. Since the label was launched a few years ago, she has showcased her designs at Saint Moritz Style Selection; and the Red, Bold and Jazzy show, among others.
L-SHANDI
L-Shandi has been carved out from a Nigerian street slang ‘Lepa Shandi’; a term used to describe women of slim frame. Lara Akinsanya, the proprietor, is one of the promoters of African fabrics such as lace and aso-oke. L-Shandi designs mixes western designs with traditional African fabrics in a way that gives you the freedom to personalise your look.
JEZREEL
Abiola Egbeyemi is one of the few designers, who have made great strides in the international scene through steadfastness and determination.
Jezreel infuses contemporary designs into the traditional African fabrics thereby making a statement that lifts her above the crowd.
She showcased her collection at City People Ankara Fashion Show 09, and Young African Fashion Weekend 09 among others.
EMMY COLLINS
Emmy Collins is an avant-garde designer, who is rapidly gaining a reputation for making garments that cut a real dash in the fashion industry.
With clothes characterized by sharp, funky tailoring and a fresh, startling approach to colour; Emmy is beginning to establish himself as one of London’s most flamboyant designers in recent times.
He has been slated to showcase his Spring Summer collection during the New York Fashion week.
HOUSE OF J’OLA
House of J’ola is one of the fastest growing designer labels in West Africa. It offers a range of ready-to-wear clothes outside eveningwears for men and women.
Okorodudu, the honcho, also owes a model
3.846 years
Just Life
BY OMOLIGHO UDENTA
IO, what are you doing, Mummy?’ she asked. ‘Hmmm?’ ‘I said what are you doing?’ ‘Oh,’ I lost my train of thought. ‘Ehm, I was trying to write an article.’ ‘Okay,’ she dragged the word, saying it ever so slowly. ‘Is it for your “Guardian”?’ ‘My dear it’s not my “Guardian” besides the article is actually for the ‘Life’ magazine. which is inside the main paper on Sundays. This is in fact the 200th edition I am writing for.’ I tried to get back to what I was doing. ‘Two hundred? That’s plenty, plenty oh! I can’t even imagine it but I can count up to it! Should I count it for you, even up to 500?’ she asked but I shook my head. ‘I can hardly imagine it myself.’ I said. ‘It is almost like yesterday when I wrote the first one and here we are with the 200th edition.’ ‘Did you write 200 articles?’ her eyes opened really wide. ‘Well actually no, I didn’t.’ ‘But why?’ It was easy to see how disappointed she was though I can’t say why. ‘Well, sometimes it’s hard. Sometimes, when some things happen in my life I find that I just can’t make it, I can’t settle down to write.’ ‘Some things like what?’ she asked. ‘Well, remember the time when we were burgled and the thieves stole our laptops? I just couldn’t write that week because I was so shaken up by the experience. Besides, I had no laptop to work with.’ ‘Was that the only time you didn’t write an article?’ ‘No, there was the time we travelled to the east and then the time you were ill, when you had those 15 boils on your face and about the same number on your scalp and we had to take...’ ‘I don’t want to remember that time, oh!’ We both laughed. I LOVE celebrating anniversaries as my long-suffering husband will tell you. We (though I must admit that I handled all arrangements, all he had to do was appear) celebrated our first day, first week, first month, first three months, first six months, first nine months and first 12 months anniversaries. The 18th of each month was celebrated even though I concentrated mainly on the above stated days. So you can be sure I’ll find a way to celebrate this 200th edition. I can’t tell you how amazed I am that there have been 200 editions of The Guardian Life spread over 3.846 years. A lot has happened in this time and the best of them all has got to be the two kids I have been blessed with. But I am grateful for all that has happened good or bad. I am also particularly appreciative of all who have responded to my articles and written back. I can only hope that we all will still be together in 3.846 years when we celebrate another 200 editions! omoudenta@yahoo.co.uk
Life o Life!
BY BIMPE
ADEBAMBO
It’s been 200th time. Sure, you have learnt and been inspired by the fashion pages of the magazine these past 199 editions! Okay, this is not a history lesson. I’m going to run a number of fashionable quotes by you so you can drop them at will and use where appropriate just make sure they are not used fashionably late or quoted out of context! Here we go:
• Fashions fade style is eternal. Coco Chanel
• Nothing makes a woman more beautiful than the belief that she is beautiful. Sophia Loren
• What you wear is how you present yourself to the world, especially today, when human contacts are so quick. Fashion is an instant language. Miuccia Prada
• Fashion can be bought. Style one must possess. Edna Woolman Chase
• The more you know the less you need. Aboriginal saying.
• One is never over-or under dressed with a little black dress. Karl Lagerfeld
• I have often said I wish I had invented the blue jeans: the most spectacular, the most practical, the most relaxed and nonchalant. They have expression of modesty, simplicity I hope for in all my clothes. Yves Saint Laurent.
• Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Leornado Da Vinci.
• Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world. Bette Midler
• Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on the society. Mark Twain
• It’s not money that makes you well dressed, it’s understanding. Christian Dior
• Costume, hair and makeup can tell you instantly , or at least give you a larger perception of, who a character is. Colleen Atwood.
• One should either be a work of art or wear a work of art. Oscar wilde.
• Know, first who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly. Epictetus
• You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Anonymous
• Isn’t elegance forgetting what one is wearing? Yves Saint Laurent.
• In order to be irreplaceable,o ne must always be different. Coco Chanel
• Everything you can imagine is real. Pablo Picasso.
• Has a woman who knew she was well- dressed ever caught a cold? Friedrich Nietzsche.
• Inspiration gives no warnings. Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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BY OMOLIGHO UDENTA
IO, what are you doing, Mummy?’ she asked. ‘Hmmm?’ ‘I said what are you doing?’ ‘Oh,’ I lost my train of thought. ‘Ehm, I was trying to write an article.’ ‘Okay,’ she dragged the word, saying it ever so slowly. ‘Is it for your “Guardian”?’ ‘My dear it’s not my “Guardian” besides the article is actually for the ‘Life’ magazine. which is inside the main paper on Sundays. This is in fact the 200th edition I am writing for.’ I tried to get back to what I was doing. ‘Two hundred? That’s plenty, plenty oh! I can’t even imagine it but I can count up to it! Should I count it for you, even up to 500?’ she asked but I shook my head. ‘I can hardly imagine it myself.’ I said. ‘It is almost like yesterday when I wrote the first one and here we are with the 200th edition.’ ‘Did you write 200 articles?’ her eyes opened really wide. ‘Well actually no, I didn’t.’ ‘But why?’ It was easy to see how disappointed she was though I can’t say why. ‘Well, sometimes it’s hard. Sometimes, when some things happen in my life I find that I just can’t make it, I can’t settle down to write.’ ‘Some things like what?’ she asked. ‘Well, remember the time when we were burgled and the thieves stole our laptops? I just couldn’t write that week because I was so shaken up by the experience. Besides, I had no laptop to work with.’ ‘Was that the only time you didn’t write an article?’ ‘No, there was the time we travelled to the east and then the time you were ill, when you had those 15 boils on your face and about the same number on your scalp and we had to take...’ ‘I don’t want to remember that time, oh!’ We both laughed. I LOVE celebrating anniversaries as my long-suffering husband will tell you. We (though I must admit that I handled all arrangements, all he had to do was appear) celebrated our first day, first week, first month, first three months, first six months, first nine months and first 12 months anniversaries. The 18th of each month was celebrated even though I concentrated mainly on the above stated days. So you can be sure I’ll find a way to celebrate this 200th edition. I can’t tell you how amazed I am that there have been 200 editions of The Guardian Life spread over 3.846 years. A lot has happened in this time and the best of them all has got to be the two kids I have been blessed with. But I am grateful for all that has happened good or bad. I am also particularly appreciative of all who have responded to my articles and written back. I can only hope that we all will still be together in 3.846 years when we celebrate another 200 editions! omoudenta@yahoo.co.uk
Life o Life!
BY BIMPE
ADEBAMBOIt’s been 200th time. Sure, you have learnt and been inspired by the fashion pages of the magazine these past 199 editions! Okay, this is not a history lesson. I’m going to run a number of fashionable quotes by you so you can drop them at will and use where appropriate just make sure they are not used fashionably late or quoted out of context! Here we go:
• Fashions fade style is eternal. Coco Chanel
• Nothing makes a woman more beautiful than the belief that she is beautiful. Sophia Loren
• What you wear is how you present yourself to the world, especially today, when human contacts are so quick. Fashion is an instant language. Miuccia Prada
• Fashion can be bought. Style one must possess. Edna Woolman Chase
• The more you know the less you need. Aboriginal saying.
• One is never over-or under dressed with a little black dress. Karl Lagerfeld
• I have often said I wish I had invented the blue jeans: the most spectacular, the most practical, the most relaxed and nonchalant. They have expression of modesty, simplicity I hope for in all my clothes. Yves Saint Laurent.
• Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. Leornado Da Vinci.
• Give a girl the right shoes and she can conquer the world. Bette Midler
• Clothes make the man. Naked people have little or no influence on the society. Mark Twain
• It’s not money that makes you well dressed, it’s understanding. Christian Dior
• Costume, hair and makeup can tell you instantly , or at least give you a larger perception of, who a character is. Colleen Atwood.
• One should either be a work of art or wear a work of art. Oscar wilde.
• Know, first who you are; and then adorn yourself accordingly. Epictetus
• You never get a second chance to make a first impression. Anonymous
• Isn’t elegance forgetting what one is wearing? Yves Saint Laurent.
• In order to be irreplaceable,o ne must always be different. Coco Chanel
• Everything you can imagine is real. Pablo Picasso.
• Has a woman who knew she was well- dressed ever caught a cold? Friedrich Nietzsche.
• Inspiration gives no warnings. Gabriel Garcia Marquez
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Banking on Fate
FATE Foundation is one of the most respected and effective not for profit organisations in the country. As it begins the search for the Entrepreneur of the Year 2009, one of the organisation’s officials, Anwuli Ojogwu, opens up to Young and Nigerian the organisation’s work, and of course, plans for young people.
For how long has the award held?
For eight years now. It started in December 2001.
What led to its institution?
The foundation recognised that in despite of the poor economic conditions in the country, there were still entrepreneurs succeeding in their businesses: Entrepreneurs, who had laudable leadership qualities and remarkable achievements, built their businesses from scratch based on high ethical standards, most importantly, made impact in society by creating jobs or enabling people to start businesses. The award was instituted to promote the value of entrepreneurship and celebrate these people. The ceremony also doubles as graduation ceremony, where the organisation showcases its new crop of entrepreneurs.
Past winners of the awards
Frank Nneji, MD/CEO Rapido Group (ABC Transport) in 2002; Abiola Ogunrinde, MD/ CEO, Cosmos Chemicals (Dudu Soap), 2003; Kayode Odukoya, MD/CEO, Bellview Airlines, 2004; Mr. & Mrs. Folu Ayeni, Tantalizers Fast Food, 2005; Nike Ogunlesi, MD, Ruff ‘n’ Tumble, 2006; Ibukun Awosika, MD, Sokoa Chair Centre, 2007; John Momoh, MD/CEO, Channels TV, 2008; Godwin Ehiagiamusoe, ED, Lift Above Poverty Organisation.
Why does it take four months between call for nominations and the award?
The call for nominations is one part of a series of planning stages for the forthcoming award ceremony in December. During the four months, we narrow down the nominations and pick those with the highest number of votes, after which, we submit them to the Fate Model Entrepreneur Award ( FMEA) committee, which does the groundwork or investigations, of matching each nominee against our criteria. It is from that stage that the winner emerges. It is a rigorous process in which we handle meticulously and transparently, for fairness.
Last year’s winner was not an entrepreneur per se, was this as a result of a difficulty in getting nominees?
No. We were not short of nominees. Godwin Ehiagiamusoe, the winner of last year’s FMEA, was nominated along with other profit-based organisations, and he emerged winner. Though LAPO, his company, is a non profit organisation, it is run as a business to ensure sustainability and longevity. The issue about what defines an entrepreneur is quite clear cut— a person who ventures into business, whether for profit or not-for-profit, with the aim to be successful. Ehiagiamusoe won based on his outstanding business credentials.
Apart from these, what exactly made to standout?
It won based on several reasons. First it is business longevity or sustainability. LAPO is a microfinance firm and has been existing for 15 years. It has created hundreds of jobs from Nigeria to Sierra Leone, and impacted on people’s lives by providing finance to enable them start small businesses of their own. His company is also multi-dimensionals, it not only provides capital for people to start their own business, but provide free health and family welfare seminars.
How many entries did you get?
100 entries, spanning Lagos, Ibadan, and even Osogbo, despite the limited publicity.
How many winners have emerged outside Lagos?
One; Ehigiamusoe, from Benin City
The foundation continues to retain credibility in a country where it is easy to lose it — what is most responsible for this?
Our corporate culture, which is defined by our core values: ethics, integrity, service and excellence.
No young person has ever won these awards, what’s responsible?
It is not deliberate. People from different demography voted the past winners. In our bid to get more youth participation this year, we collaborated with The Future Awards.
What are the foundation’s programmes for young people?
We are currently running a programme in collaboration with the International Youth Foundation. It is a Samsung CSR initiative called the Samsung Real Dreams Youth Employability programme. The purpose is to equip them with business skills that will enable them build their own successful businesses. We also have Aspiring Entrepreneur Programme and the Short Entrepreneur Programmes as well.
Do the foundation’s initiatives take Nigeria’s political situation into consideration?
Yes we do. A lot of things are taken into consideration whilst preparing for our programmes every year. We do a lot of research and consult professionals to put together a first-rate training curriculum. We are emphatic that it applies to the Nigerian business climate, especially with our case studies; which are basically Nigerian examples of businesses built successfully.
How exactly do these entrepreneur awards help Nigeria as a nation?
We aspire to set high standards for the kind of leaders that people should embrace and emulate, such as our past winners. Leaders who uphold the tenets of accountability, personal integrity and good ethical practices in their businesses etc.
What do the winners get?
A plaque in recognition of the achievements; free publicity in external and internal publications and a trip to any European country of their choice.
What else is the foundation involved in apart from this programme?
We are an entrepreneurial training school and are fully engaged through out the year with our various programmes.
How is the foundation funded?
It is not- for-profit and is funded by our programmes. Also, there is external funding.
Does the foundation work with government or international organisations?
Yes we do. We work with the government agencies though, and international organisation on different levels. It may be collaborations to train people whom they want to empower or they seek our expertise on an advisory capacity.
Nominations ended recently — after that, what next? What is the process?
We are working towards getting the winner of the FMEA award and preparing for the yearly celebration, which holds on December 3.
What should people expect from this year’s ceremony?
That will be a surprise.
Second time Out with the Gallerists...
Last year, there were 31 galleries represented in the first ever Nigeria International Art Expo, a joint show between the Arts Gallery Association of Nigeria, AGAN, and the National Gallery of Art, NGA. The second edition, which opened last Saturday and will end today has 36 galleries featuring with participation by Grek Art Gallery from Cotonou in Benin Republic. Over 600 artworks are on showcase in a show that seems set to become a key resource in the tourism potentials of Nigeria. President of AGAN, Chief Frank Okonta of Nkem Gallery, assured that the continuing collaboration with the NGA has assured the gallerists that the Expo will not be shortlived. He also said that the event has given Nigerian gallerists much mileage in terms of exposure to the general public than they had ever been able to garner. At the opening, the Director-General of the NGA, Chief Joe Musa, said that the Nigeria Expo has firmed up Nigerian art on the global stage; “there are many art programmers from across the globe now seeking information on how they can participate in the Expo. We now get more invitations from around the world to bring Nigerian art to their own expos. He assured that the Expo will continue to enjoy support from the government in line with the Public-Private partnership principles of the Yar’Adua government. Meanwhile, an even bigger attendance is expected today at the closing ceremony of the Expo holding in the premises of the National Museum Onikan, Lagos.
TEETH 4 TEETH
BY JUSTIN AKPOVI-ESADESonny McDon’s White Bia Bia factory
ACTOR and producer, Sonny McDon, is fast chasing the award for the most white-bearded personality in Nollywood. Ran into the actor recently and T4T was amazed at how whitish McDon’s bia bia had turned! T4T was forced to enquire if the once popular actor was making-up some white powdery substance to create that look. He cautioned T4T that the bearer of salt does not wish for a heavy downpour. I got the message, but for your information Sonny, I am not in your white bia bia league. However, with the way the actor is going, bia bia-wise, he will soon be a permanent character for a native doctor in coming films.
Ejike Vs K.O.K... The Battle Rages …
LAST week, I deliberately did not update you on the latest in the ongoing Third World War between two Nollywood stars, Actors Guild of Nigeria president, Ejike Asiegbu and another ‘president’ of the guild, Kanayo O. Kanayo. But this is the latest. The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State, Mr. Marvel Akpoyibo, in a bid to check further hostilities that may lead to dem say dem say, has decided to wade into the matter. A meeting was held early in the week, but the gladiators still have their swords fully drawn. K.O.K says he will defend the ‘mandate’ he got from the actors. Ejike on his part is insisting on due process and the rule of law. They are back in the trenches, but Akpoyibo a source said, has not given up hope. This fight is between two elephants; and the grass (other actors) is suffering at the moment. Ran into an actor (names withheld) lamenting last week that he no longer enjoys free booze from either Ejike or K.O.K. Reason? Both fighters deem him an enemy. It is this bad. We shall keep you posted.Hakeem Rahman’s Panic Attack FORMER ‘president’ of the Actors Guild of Nigeria, Hakeem Rahman, is in the news again. Recall the last time when the almighty AGN Board of Trustees members used Rahman to overthrow Ejike Asiegbu and he became ‘president’ for some weeks (before Ejike countered the coup); well, the actor is in the thick of the ongoing fray between K.O.K and Ejike in related matters.The news is Rahman had a panic attack recently when policemen from Panti division arrested him along other members of K.O.K group, who have chased Ejike from the national secretariat at the moment. A source said he was so jittery in the interrogation room that he asked to visit the loo almost five times in 20 minutes. This reportedly got the interrogating officer worried and asked him if he needed the services of a doctor. It took sometime before the officer realised that Rahman was having a panic attack. Who no get power to do somtin no dey start am at all, na advise I give o o.
Victor Osuagwu’s Very Busy NOLLYWOOD comedian, Victor Osuagwu, is a very busy man at the moment. If he is not on a location in Enugu, he is organising a comedy show in Imo State or shooting commercials for a Chinese motor company and appearing in a newspaper advertisement with head-popping sum from a truck the company is frantically trying to convince Nigerians to buy. That is not the issue. T4T accosted him recently with the busy body nature of his and the need for him to spread some of the goodies got and Victor did not argue. He promptly ordered some spring rolls and pepper laced sauce, some white O’jez Chinese soup, that only Victor gulped down while others stared and bottles of beer (names withheld). Victor has truly arrived, in an era of meltdown in Nollywood, the guy is having it rosy. His tummy is bulging and his friends are afraid he will soon be in need of a tummy-tuck operation. When it comes to that, somebody has volunteered to introduce him to the same hospital where a popular politician did his own some couple of years ago in Germany.
Bond Emeruwa’s ‘Cruel’ WHAT shacks, especially awuf, will do to some people cannot be imagined. Movie director and president, Director’s Guild of Nigeria, Bond Emeruwa, was deeply engrossed in downing a bottle of whisky in company of comedy merchant Opa Williams at the VIP section of O’jez last week, that he forgot that somebody was in his car waiting for him. The whisky bottle has been drained almost to the last drop before his mobile phone rang and he recalled he left a friend in the car. Hear him: “Chei! I forgot; this guy will kill me, ah, he is still in the car,” he exclaimed amid thick cigarette smoke curling from his mouth. You see what booze can do to someone? Thank God T4T did not partake in the free booze bonanza. If you like believe say I taste small whisky, na you know. ogbuus@yahoo.com
Tuesday, 1 September 2009
Abuja... Ready for the world
BY ANDREW IRO OKUNGBOWA
FROM October 24 to November 15, Nigeria will be hosting the U-17 FIFA World Cup. The global holds in eight cities across the country namely: Abuja, Lagos, Kaduna, Kano, Bauchi, Calabar, Enugu and Ijebu Ode. In this series, we present a profile of the eight cities starting with Abuja. Dubbed the ‘Centre of Unity’, Abuja was created on February 5, 1976, following the promulgation of Decree 6 by the Murtala-Obasanjo regime. The decision was based on the recommendation of a committee led by the late Justice Akinola Aguda, one of Nigeria’s finest legal minds. The Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) was mandated to oversee the infrastructural development of the city. On December 12, 1991, the then head of state, President Ibrahim Badamasi Babangida, formally moved the capital city from Lagos to Abuja. And over the years, the city has witnessed tremendous growth and development, making it the country’s finest city in terms of landscape and architecture. The city has an appealing landscape with a blend of low plains and undulating rocky uplands. A perfect example of the captivating nature of the city is the Aso (Asokoro) rock end from which the seat of the Federal Government of Nigeria derives its name.
Spanning 8, 000sq kilometers with about 250sq kilometers currently developed, Abuja is the heart of the country in terms of its geographic location, a reason it is referred to as the ‘centre of unity.’ The landmass was carved out from Nasarawa, Kogi and Niger states hence the proximity of the city to these states. Administratively, it is supposed to operate the mayoral system, however, a minister runs its affairs with the Senate (Upper legislative chamber of the National Assembly) of the Federal Republic of Nigeria making laws for its governance. Abuja has about four distinct districts namely: Asokoro, Maitama, Wuse and Central Business Districts with about six local councils – Abaji, Kuje, Municipal, Gwangwalada, Kwali and Bwari. Each has a separate administration. Infrastructure Though the development of Abuja is still on-going, visitors to the city would find it an amazing place to visit and live in. It enjoys a calm ambience devoid of irritant elements that are associated with most developed and developing cities. Foreign Missions There is heavy presence of foreign missions and embassies in the city. Also, some international organisations such as EU and UNESCO have offices here. Checklist of attractive spots The Three Arm Zone: This zone houses the Presidential Villa; National Assembly and Supreme Court. However, these magnificent structures are restricted areas for tour with the exemption of the National Assembly complex that needs due permission for it. The presence of heavy security may appear a hindrance —. Tomb of Unknown Soldier: At the entrance of National Assembly complex is the tomb of an Unknown Soldier adorned in national colours. One of the attractions here is the Brigade of Guard, which is mounted round the clock at the site. Eagle Square: It is an expansive space that is purpose built for hosting different outdoor events. It is fast becoming a spot of important political gathering of the nation’s politicians and the Federal Government. One of the events staged here yearly is the Abuja Carnival, which holds in November. Bullet House: It houses the Federal Secretariat — a massive structure — where most of the federal bureaucrats operate. The Office of the Head of Service, which is the nation’s number one civil servant. So is that of Secretary to the Federal Government. National Children Park and Zoo: The park, which has a plant nursery section where most of the trees planted in the city, are grown, is a pleasing enclave to visit. It boasts of fauna and flora resources. There are also a lot of play toys equipment for children. There is also an eatery within the park for adults and children alike. Millennium Park: It is an open massive garden heavily populated with trees and flowers where visitors and lovebirds can have fun. Maitama Amusement Park: Located in the Maitama district of the city, it is a theme park for leisure and nature walk. Abuja Wonderland: It is another theme park in the city, but with different flavour. Located near the National Stadium, it is perhaps one of the most equipped parks within the city where children and adult can engage in different activities. Its presents a picture of a massive structure that is hewed out of the rocky ranges, which makes it a perfect place to savour nature. National Mosque: It is a national patrimony for Muslim faithful. It’s an outstanding architectural edifice with gold outlay. It stands as one of the landmarks of the city. National Ecumenical Centre: Just like the National Mosque, it is a beautiful structure dedicated for the Christians. It is equally appealing and a must see landmark in the city. Zuma Rock: It is located at Suleja, a fringe of the city. It’s a massive and sprawling rocky range that is believed to have a protean face etched by nature. Nigeria Tourism Village: Run by a private operator, the village, which is located adjacent to the Zuma rock, is dedicated to the preservation of Nigeria’s cultural heritage ranging from architecture to cuisine. NTDC Tourism Village: Located in the old secretariat in Area One, the village, which houses the office of the Nigerian Tourism Development Corporation (NTDC), the body responsible for tourism administration in the country, is an attractive place to behold. 
Besides serving as an administrative place, it is also dedicated to the promotion of tourism, as it has, among others, a gallery; art shop; museum; seminar and meeting rooms; and multi media studio. It also has a restaurant for local cuisine. Others spots include Julie Useni Park; Arts and Craft Village; Nu Metro Cinema; The Dome; National Stadium; ECOWAS Building; IBB Golf Course; and International Conference Centre Places to stay Abuja is one of the cities in Nigeria with a growing number of hotels ranging from budget to luxury hotels. The list include Nicon Luxury Suites, Transcorp Hilton Hotel, Angeles Hotel, Rockview Hotel, Abuja Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Mediterranean Resort, Grace Point Hotel, Chida Guest House, Savannah Suites, Bolingo Hotel, Agura Hotel, Day Spring Hotel and Hotel Rosebud. Others are Bolton White Hotel, Chelsea Hotel, and Crystal Palace Hotel. Dining out For a taste of Nigerian dishes and other continental flavours as well as a place to cool off after the day’s work, the following places should arouse one’s interest; Jenivik Restaurant, Shagalinku, Salamander Café, Chopsticks, Thai Hi Royal, Ciao and Sinoni Restaurant. Southern Fried Chicken, Capital Bar of Transcorp Hilton Hotel and Coconut Beach, Elephant and Lobby Bar and Italian Restaurant of Abuja Sheraton Hotel. Blakes, De Grand Mirage Nite Club, Octagon Nite Club and, Nigerian Tourist Village as well as Two – Four – Seven. Others are Mama Cass, Mr. Bigg’s, Sweet Sensation, Wakkis, Chez Victor, Chase Continental, Savannah Suite Garden and bar, British Council Rooftop café, and Kesthern Garden. Shopping out Wuse Market, Garki Market, Grand Square, Banex Plaza, Amigos, Park ‘n’ Shop and Ceddi Plaza.
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