Saturday, August 12, 2017
Saturday, May 20, 2017
The Ignition - Film Review
In the Nigerian Movie Industry, there is a cliché that every Christian movie is “Mount Zion Films Production”, but that fallacy would soon be something to be glad about even if no movie can fully explore a subject.
Some time ago I was opportuned to watch what I term the “Best Produced” Mount Zion Movie I have watched in a while: “THE IGNITION”.
STORYLINE: The Ignition the story of a Christian bachelor with a faulty car, Shola (Damilola MikeBamiloye) who falls in love and gets engaged with Ngozi (Chioma Nwangwu) an epileptic Christian sister of a different tribe. It was a smooth ride until her ailment becomes the constant potholes he has to endure while friends and public opinions are bumps that come against his faith and convictions.
Thursday, May 11, 2017
A Woman Scorned
Today I nearly got a collateral slap on a bus! Yeah right, what a great way to start the day.
A man had called a woman 'erbo' during a mild argument; erbo, a derogatory bini word, which when used literally means an idol, but when applied to a fat woman -and yes, the woman was fat indeed - takes on a completely different meaning...
Wednesday, May 3, 2017
Unpregnant- Stories from the Hospital
Sometimes it was heart breaking. The loss of a dear patient and having to break the news to the family.
Their reaction followed by denial and then acceptance all in split seconds with the wailing which sometime never fades.
And there are days like today when the suprise is epic.
Saturday, April 22, 2017
Nigeria and its rape culture
Nigeria has a rape
culture said my friend Ese, this was on a day we were discussing about
lecturers having sex with female students for grades and why they refuse to
speak out( story for another day)
Few weeks ago I got into a facebook drama with a friend
because she posted a status about women and abuse and how our daughters should be
taught properly on how to behave. I got pissed and replied that this is one of
the reasons abuse will continue to thrive in our homes. Its always the fault of
the woman, she needs to be of a gentle and quiet spirit, submissive, leave the marriage
if it doesn’t work, the woman just has a burden to know, learn and apply. So I asked
what about the men?
Sunday, April 9, 2017
HOW TO BE AFRICAN
To be a typical African is pretty easy. It involves an easy-to-do, practical guide which I will help you with. So this is how to be African –
First, be born black. Now you have no say in this matter, it is totally a handiwork of nature. But before you cradled into the continent, do ask for enough melanin to withstand the heat and dryness. I don’t know how you would ask, but ask all the same.
Secondly, when you finally arrive the hot and arid location; when you become aware of yourself, of your people, and of your culture; when you have learnt of your colonial masters with tanned skins of yellowish-brown and feathery moustaches, learn to grovel. Just grovel at the presence of the whites. Be fascinated by their color and accents. Never see them as humans; uphold them gods. You know why? Because they are superior. Their skin color gives them that edge. So please them, at your own expense and at the expense of your black brothers.
Wednesday, March 29, 2017
I wanted the girls to like me (Part Two )
The next day, immediately after afternoon prep, I was at the registration stand to sign up for the next set of 800 meters juniorboys’ race tryouts. I was to represent Peace House. Each house had two (2) representatives. That is eight (8) athletes in all. Ilooked at members of my house from my lane on the race lines- both boys and girls that had begun to assemble, including members of other houses. A smile crossed my face, I knew in just a short while; they’d all know and be screaming my name in excitement and admiration; falling over each other as to who would buy me biscuit and ice cream for my fantastic performance! The official called us to order: ‘On your marks!’ Something inside was trying to get my attention to pull out of therace that I was about to make a big mistake but it was too late. ‘Get set…Go!’We all sprang into it and got running.
Some errors we make in life take a while to
get obvious. The one I made that day wasn’t one of those. It was the kind
wherein the foolishness of the action is manifested almost immediately.
Sunday, March 26, 2017
I wanted the girls to like me ( Part 1}
FGC Okigwe, Sometime in February 2000.
I was terrible at sports- I still am, but I
loved Inter-house sports periods at FGC Okigwe. It was an opportunity for lazy
students; like I was, to have others join us in the frivolities of life,
without feeling guilty about being unserious. When everybody becomes unserious,
unserious becomes serious.
The inter-house sports main event was usually
preceded by weeks of tryouts and selection of athletes for the big event. Inter
house sports heat periods in school were like sacred moments when miraculous
things happened. Both senior and junior students, in the same house, shared
emotions of joy and disappointment at their collective wins and losses- paying
little attention to their class differences which was so important in a boarding
house environment. Spectacularly talented and athletic junior students were
temporarily allowed to rub shoulders with senior students from their house who
were impressed with their accomplishments and then, most remarkably, on the
main Inter- house sports day, even the ugliest of girls became temporarily fine-
many thanks to hair gels, application of primary colors for facial make up and
other accessories that they lavishly used on such occasions.
Friday, March 24, 2017
Doing is all there is
These days, I have been reminiscing about the movie, Whiplash. Sometimes, I fire up my laptop just to see clips of the movie and what Fletcher said to Neiman.
Oftentimes when I was little, I had pictured the stages of my life in kaleidoscopic mirrors; each phase revealing shiny colors of glamour. I often saw my life as an earth filled with manna and quails – Just eat. Just catch. So it was easy to make the mistake of thinking that talent is enough. And when asked then in secondary school, kitted with my white shirt and grey pants, what was my aspiration, I would quickly reply: “To win the Nobel Prize.” What a Waawu! Lol!
Wednesday, March 22, 2017
Monday, March 20, 2017
Conjugal tales of Mama Bread
Hysterectomy! I was 15 when I first heard of this term.
A neighbor was just discharged from the hospital and as she got down from the car the atmosphere was filled with ‘welcome’ and ‘sorry’.
What happened to her? I asked my dad
“She had a hysterectomy” he replied
Meaning?
“Oh! It meant her womb was removed”
I kept quiet for a while before I proceeded to ask why her womb was removed. My father went further to explain that her husband beat her up and she was rushed to the emergency unit, unfortunately, it was either her life or her womb. Eh ya! I muttered trying to grasp the depth of the information l have just been given.
Saturday, March 18, 2017
Battle field of the mind - Book Review
If you struggle with worry and doubt, anger or condemnation, or even depression–this book is for you. The author contends that only by overcoming unhealthy thinking patterns can we be set free and have inner peace. This book continues to be a hot seller on Amazon even though it was published eight years ago.
Friday, March 17, 2017
I JUST GOT MARRIED AND THIS IS MY STORY 2
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I was
overwhelmed by the number of hotels in Lagos.
Every hotel I checked seemed to be lacking something until I checked the next
one. In all this, I had written down the criteria for selecting my dream hotel.
I wanted a 4-star luxury hotel with fully air conditioned and spacious rooms, a
jacuzzi, TV with satellite reception,
swimming pool, a beautiful hallway for pictures, a bar for the guys to hangout,
full-length mirrors for my girls to take selfies (winks, we are vain like
that), free Wi-Fi internet, just to mention a few.
Wednesday, March 15, 2017
#memoirsoffae - Karma is a Bitch
If you ever lived in the school hostel and you don’t
know how to walk in love and let things go easily, I doubt you will ever learn
that anywhere else. This is because you encounter loads of people that stretch
your patience beyond its elastic limit. I learnt how to snub people in school
as well as standing up to bullies. During my final year in school, some girl
lived with me for a couple of weeks and mehn!!! I didn’t find it funny. Part of
my consolation was that she probably had a rough childhood, suffered rejection
or had one of these traumatic experience still I wondered how someone could be
so bitter and pitied her boyfriend.
Monday, March 13, 2017
Consent is Sexy
Few
days ago, I was privileged to watch the Big Brother Nigeria show for the first
time. On this day, they were discussing about sex and consent. This was 3 days
after Kemen’s disqualification from the show.
Even
though I am not of fan of BBN but for over an hour l was intrigued by the
exercise the housemates were made to go through regarding sex and consent.
Questions
like have you ever be compelled to have sex with someone? Have you been scared
to say no? Have you ever pressured/pressure someone to have sex with you? Have you ever been sexualized, been
made sexual references to and objectified? and a couple others were
asked. And even though bulk of the housemates answered in the affirmative, it
was a time of reflection for me. I saw myself in my mind’s eye answering in the
affirmative too.
Saturday, March 11, 2017
Thursday, March 9, 2017
10 Must-Have Items for any Business Trip
Trying to decipher what to pack for a business
trip can be a very daunting task for a first time business traveller. Even the
regular business travellers do encounter difficulty when it comes to making a
list of important things to carry along. If you happen to be caught in this
web, then you need not worry. Below is a list of ten important items to carry
along with you for your next business trip:
1. Laptop
A laptop is a very important item to carry along
for a business trip. This is because the computers at the business-centre in
your hotel accomodation might not have the software you require. As such you
will be better off if you carry along your personal computer or a wide-screen
tablet to help you keep tabs on your daily assignments.
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
I JUST GOT MARRIED AND THIS IS MY STORY
Saturday, the 18th of February, 2017 will forever be etched in my memory. Not
because I won the Olympic medal I have always been dreaming about. No, not yet.
Neither is it because I bought my dream car – the red mini cooper 2016 edition.
Oh well, I know God is working things out for me and very soon my red mini
cooper will arrive (giggles). And until then, I patiently await ‘her’ arrival.
But that is not the essence
of this story. The gist of this story is about the milestone that I just
achieved. Yes, you guessed right. After several years of waiting and praying, I
finally got married to the love of my life. And this is a recap of the unending
episodes that preceded the d-day.
Monday, March 6, 2017
Guest Post: 5 Best Places to Visit in Lagos.
The hustling and bustling
associated with our daily lives may deprive us of that special time with our
families, friends or loved ones. Besides Lagos being the busiest state in
Nigeria, it also has some of the best places, restaurants, movie centers and
what have you. There is a wide variety of places in Lagos to choose from such
as cheap and
affordable hotels, ice cream factories,
beautiful beaches as well as exquisite hotels. If you are based in Lagos, or
planning a trip to Lagos very soon, here is a list of the five best places to
visit with your friends and loved ones:
1. Terra Kulture
Terra Culture, Nigeria’s
foremost cultural center, is one of the best places to visit in Lagos. It is
located in the buzzing business district at the heart of Victoria Island, and
serves as a cultural and recreational hub in Lagos. It attracts a large number
of crowd from far and near places. Here, you can appreciate beautiful pieces of
artwork with your spouse, enjoy tasty delicacies at the restaurants situated in
the premises, or even take in the beautiful view of the surroundings.
2. La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort
La Campagne
Tropicana Beach Resort is one of the best
places in Lagos where you can enjoy a romantic getaway with your spouse. With
its beautiful and serene environment, couples are bound to forget their worries
while enjoying each others company. The beach resort is intertwined in the core
freshness of nature amongst virgin trees and the beautiful view of the alluring
romantic reflection of the setting sun upon the calm surface of the Atlantic
Ocean.
If you are looking to go
hangout with your friends, then Bheerhugz Cafe is one of the best places to
visit for that purpose. It is a stylish lounge perfect for personal, corporate,
group and social hangout. Situated in the high brow areas of Lagos State,
Bheerhugz Cafe is a one-stop place for people looking to relax, unwind and
enjoy delicious sumptuous meals prepared by some of the best chefs in town. The
cosy longe at Bheerhugz Cafe will give your friends and you an interesting
experience whilst you enjoy the thrill and comfort it gives.
4. Eko Hotels and Suites
Eko Hotels and Suites is a
perfect location for a romantic get away with your spouse. It is one of the luxury hotels in
Nigeria. Located at the center of Victoria
Island away from the hustle and bustle of the Lagos metropolis, they offer
their walk in guests as well as corporate clients a prefect blend of African
delicacies, intercontinental dishes, relaxation and so many fun activities.
Overlooking the Eko Atlantic Ocean and City, the hotel is designed for the
comfort and convenience of the guest. The hotel prides itself with having
banqueting and conference facility that are world class. Eko Hotels and Suites
organizes the best themed buffet held every Friday evening where guests are
treated to specialties across the globe. You can attend the special themed
buffet with your spouse on a quiet Friday night.
5. Ikeja City Mall
Your exploration of the
city of Lagos will not be complete if you do not visit Ikeja City Mall. Ikeja
City Mall is one of the best places to visit in Lagos. It is a major shopping
center and home to cool hangout spots in Lagos. It is a good place to visit
with your spouse. There is a wide variety of things you can do in Ikeja City
Mall. They vary from seeing the latest blockbuster movie to trying new
international cuisines, shopping for groceries at lower prices, buying original
make-up or even buying the latest designer outfit.
Source : Sandra Enaholo
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Saturday, February 4, 2017
Woman recounts her truimph over barrenness
I finally decide to share my testimony...
1. I was told I couldn't get pregnant due to severe hormonal imbalance... Suffice to say my last cycle was May/June 2015
This news was not new to me...had been told while I was way younger. It also wasn't news to my husband. Told him when I discovered things were moving fast and voala... He was ready to pray it out with me...in his words, "I want to marry you because I love you, however the children will definitely come". That settled, we went ahead with plans and preparations... We even decided that kids will start coming after 1year of just us together... Lol...got married March 2015
Tuesday, January 31, 2017
For the love of bread
I am in an open relationship with bread. We started dating when I was four after my dad introduced us. I think it was love at first sight and since then it has been my present help in times of hunger. Always ready, always available, always cheap. I do not take our relationship for granted and I'm sure it feels the same way too.
Sunday, January 22, 2017
The bus Evangelist again!!!
This bus Evangelist again!
Dear lord, what sin did I commit that this man wouldn’t let me be? Remember the post I did on him HERE sometime ago. Do you ever wonder if these bus preachers sign like a memorandum of understanding with the company? Don’t get me wrong please. I am not against preaching the gospel in a public transport just that for every time I travel from onitsha to benin he’s always the one preaching in my bus and it just makes me wonder.
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
How to manage a side chic in this recession
Being in a recession does not mean you cannot still flex and maintain a Sidechick. No, all you have to do is adjust your books to favour your pocket. That’s the mistake most men make in the game. So without further ado, here are my top 10 best ways of maintaining a Sidechick on budget in this recessive period. Enjoy. .
1) Give her a budget accordingly to what you can afford. Once exceeds, that’s her own buisness. ..
Thursday, January 12, 2017
Please don't say No (the salvageable Nigerian railway system
I bought a first class ticket to join a train from Port Harcourt to Kano (though I was to stop at Enugu). You can imagine the romantic notions I had about how the trip would go; how I would look out of the window in slow motion while having some melancholic background music to reminisce with on anything; while my imaginary long, jet black, silky hair would fly around in a carefree manner. Most of what I had thought about traveling by train was informed by European subway tubes! I know, right? I gave too much credit to a government run commercial system in Nigeria. I shall now attempt to share my experience as briefly as possible.
Sunday, January 8, 2017
Secret of an irresistible woman - Review
One of my goals this year is to improve my reading habit. Read at least one book a week. I know that sounds like impossible but I have tons of e books and I keep getting more and not reading plus I really need to increase my knowledge data base. The world is moving at a fast pace.
So during the last week of 2016 I went for a retreat and got three books two of which were authored by Michelle Mckinney Hammond.
I just finished reading "the secret of an irresistible woman" yesterday and hunnay!!!! This woman writes amazing sturvs. Her writing style is so simple and can be easily related with. I totally Enjoyed every page of the book. Here are some excerpts from the book.
Thursday, January 5, 2017
My Lost Little Girl
Mother, Uncle and grandma
beats her often,
they are trying to curtail her
excesses.
No boy is to stand around or near her.
Her every move is to be monitored.
'Ogbanje, worthless.' They call her.
With the rotten and hopeless, they assign her.
"Soliciting gifts and favours from every 'brother' and 'uncle' in the
neighborhood.
Why won't her life be in such shambles."
To change her or mend her?
They've tried it.
The beatings and floggings,
Didn't do it.
Tuesday, January 3, 2017
Happy New Year
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