Tambari

31TH August, 2014

Tambari SUNDAY TRUST

For the woman of style

Stylish Jumpsuit SPICING UP YOUR STYLE WITH ANKARA TIES AMBAYA Dance

‘I cherish my career in children with special needs‘ Asma’u Ibrahim Boyi

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Hello Readers,

MEN’S FASHION:

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frican women are considered the most fashionable in the world.

And the reasons are not farfetched. For many centuries, our women have displayed a high sense of fashion, from the days of our Nerfartiti Queens to the modern elegant women of style.

So it is not surprising that fashion is usually taken to its hilt by our women, who spare no cost at acquiring the best.

When it comes to making a statement on our neck, there seems to be a variety of choice jewellery that one can acquire; but among precious stones, diamonds will certainly top the list. For many reasons, this precious stone leaves no one in doubt about its elegance and longevity. A diamond stone is in a league of its own. Only women who know their onions dare to collect them as they can be considered a lifetime investment.

But how do you tell a real diamond piece from a fake? For those that can afford it, it’s worth every penny invested on it, but most of all, a style statement to last for a life time.

Just as we were wondering about any more possibilities left for fashion enthusiasts, they sprang up with another surprise. The fashion red alert is on jumpsuits, and we need not say it’s a musthave this season.

Gone are the days when fashionistas waited for designers to make apparels before they pulled them from the racks. They now create their own according to taste and style. Now, a nice jumpsuit can be worn with a scarf and complete accessories. So invest in the season’s must-buy and remain on the fashion radar.

Our featured personality this week is Asma’u Ibrahim Boyi.

Have a great week.

Hello readers,

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SPICING UP YOUR STYLE WITH ANKARA TIES FASHIONISTA:

STYLISH JUMPSUITS

CULTURE:

AMBAYA DANCE

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‘I cherish my career in children with special needs‘

Asma’u Ibrahim Boyi >>> PAGES 4, 5, 6

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Team

Editor AISHA UMAR-HALILU. Deputy Editor VICTORIA ONEHI. Writers MULIKATU MUKAILA. PRISCA MBEKONG KYAUNE. ADEBUKOLA ADELAKUN. Designer BALLIE KAFRAN

FASHIONISTA

Amina

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Faiza

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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umpsuits are unique styles made in form of overall - making both the trousers and the top attach in an arranged form.

The jumpsuit carries its own unique beauty when worn, as it gives you a proper fitting. It doesn’t have to be made out of silky or cotton material, it also comes out good on print fabrics as it adds brightness and colour to your style.

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‘I cherish my career in children with special needs‘ INTERVIEW BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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ajiya Asmau Ibrahim Boyi was born in Zaria, Kaduna State, in the 70s. Due to the nature of her father’s job, she grew up in several parts of the country, including the South-East. She started her primary education in Enugu but later moved to Mani, Katsina State, where she enrolled in secondary school. She eventually graduated from the Women Arabic Teachers College, Dutsin Ma, where she hails from.

After secondary school she gained admission into the Kaduna Polytechnic to read Mass Communication.

But because of her interest in teaching, after the birth of her first child, Hajiya she went to England for a course in education. She was later introduced to Montessori education, after which she came back to Nigeria to work. After some years, she decided to set up her own Montessori school in Lagos. As a loving mother who carries every child along, she made provision for the teaching of children with special needs such as autism, the Down syndrome and more.

Hajiya Asmau is happily married to Malam Ibrahim Boyi, the Chief Executive Officer of PAN Nigeria. They are blessed with four lovely children. Among other things, she spoke with Tambari about her inspirations and motherhood.

My childhood days

I really had fun during my childhood days. At that time a child belonged to the whole community, so we could go to anywhere we wanted and would go back home already filled up, such that we would not even mind to eat dinner at home. I grew up alongside my younger brother because my mum spaced her children. We grew up together, up to the late 80s when our mother had a set of twins and later had other children. Unfortunately, our mother died when I was 17 years old. Growing up as a child was really fun because there were fewer restrictions.

Part of me I took from my mother

My mother cared for everybody around her, so I will say I took after her in that aspect. Our house was always filled with many children.

Recently, I was in the airport and someone approached me and greeted me in Hausa. But I couldn’t recognise him, so he told me he was among the boys who grew up in our house. Due to the nature of my father’s job, a lot of children from neighbouring towns who came to our village to school were taken to our house. And we grew up together with a lot of them. I learnt a lot from my mother, including how to be accommodative and welcoming.

My aspiration as a child

I always wanted to be a teacher. When I was growing up, people used to call me Malama because I would assemble all the children in our neighbourhood and teach them. Luckily, my dream eventually came through.

Why I started the school for children with special needs

I started with a friend and was doing very well. All of a sudden, I was introduced to children with special needs when a parent came to my school and said she had a child with a special need. And she had been to many schools and wasn’t accepted. I told her to give me some time because I am not a special needs teacher and I didn’t have any special needs trained teacher in the school. So I discussed with my colleague and came up with an idea. I was interested in taking the child because during my last year while I was in England, I saw students with special needs for the first time during my teaching practice. I was surprised when I saw a particular child with autism. So when I was introduced to that child in my school, it gave me the desire to go for training in special needs.

I learnt a lot through that child and developed the interest to work with children with special needs. I later went to England for a course on special needs; hence I am now a special needs teacher. I work with children with autism, the Down syndrome and all that.

How I met my husband

Surprisingly, I met my husband when I was about five or eight years old. We were family friends. One day, we all travelled to their village to attend his sister’s wedding, and I got lost and was crying helplessly on the street. My husband came on his bicycle, saw me crying and took me back to their house. My mother was very happy. He told his sisters that he wanted to marry me. And my mother said he would definitely marry me because he found me for her.

Of course we all forgot about that scene and life continued. But after many years he started looking for us. When he eventually located my family I could not recognise him, but I told my mother that he looked like a member of a particular family. She asked me to let them in because I was the one who received them from the door. That was how our relationship started.

Today, we are married and blessed with four lovely children.

Special gift from him

I am not a materialistic person, but he has showered me with love, kindness and encouragement. He has really encouraged

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66 COVER INTERVIEW and inspired me in life, and I think that is the most special gift.

Joy of motherhood

My first experience was very wonderful. We had our first child in 1993 in Kaduna. It was a very special moment having a child. I cried that day because I was hoping my mother would be alive to see our children. She kept saying, “Asmau, I can’t imagine the children you are going to have if you marry Ibrahim. Maybe they would be white children.’’ So when I had my daughter, I looked at her and wished Mama was around to see her. But Allah knows best.

Seeing them grow was the most wonderful experience I had. My first child is now in her second year in the university, reading Law. The second one is in her first year reading Mass Communication, while the third child, who is a boy, just concluded his “A” Level.

We also have a six-year-old baby.

So you can’t compare the joy of motherhood with anything. I pray they become successful in life.

is the most interesting career for women. This is because you will go out with your children and come back home in the evening together.

You will go for holidays together and even resume together. So you are always with your children. So I will recommend teaching as a career for women. However, it is not everyone that is cut for that.

Role models

As a Muslim my role model is definitely Prophet Muhammad (S.A.W) and his wives. I always try to follow the teachings of the prophet and adapt them in every activity of my life.

Lessons of Life

I always try to learn from my mistakes. I am not afraid of making mistakes because I see them as stepping stones. I look at my mistakes and learn from them.

Mode of relaxation

We are a family of books. We read a lot; hence I tend to escape into books when I want to relax.

What I desire in life

“I am not afraid of making mistakes because I see Combining the home them as stepping stones.” front and career I desire to be a wonderful mother and a great wife. Also, my career as a special needs teacher is something I really cherish. Seeing them improve in their lives is what I desire.

I have always said that teaching

Beauty routine

I try to keep a healthy lifestyle.

I eat lots of natural foods and fruits. I avoid sugar, and of course, cleanse my face. I also visit the spa when I am out of the country, but I prefer to remain a natural person.

Keeping fit

I love to walk. I am not a gym person, but I can take a long walk.

Definition of fashion style

Simplicity, elegance, comfort. And the nature of my job makes me appear simple.

Favourite looks

I love to put on traditional attires, especially the atampa. I love all the old designs of the Vlisco wrapper.

I am always looking out for the old designs.

Favourite colours

I am not a loud person; I love mild and neutral colours.

Favourite holiday spots

We love going to Kaduna, as well as Dutsin Ma, my husband’s village for holidays. He is from a large family, so it is always fun to go there because we meet relatives. I love driving, especially on a long journey. I also love travelling during the rainy season when I will see all the green fresh leaves.

My wish

I would really love to see children with special needs being accepted wherever they are. Recently, we did an awareness workshop with my partner in Kaduna and we called parents, teachers and school owners to enlighten them and explain to them what special needs are and how they can accept those children.

Children with special needs should be accepted in schools, not building special schools for them.

I am hoping and praying that in the next two years we would have our school in Kaduna, and parents would take their kids to learn with normal children as well.

FASHIONISTA

I want to be the best actress in Kannywood

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-Rukayya Tijjani Ayagi

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ukayya Tijjani Ayagi is a popular upcoming artiste in the Hausa movie industry. As a young actress, her ability to interpret different roles has earned her recognition; hence, her future in the movie industry seems to be very bright. Among other things, the Kano-born actress spoke on her success in the industry.

BY Ibrahim Musa Giginyu More about Rukayya Ayagi I was born and raised in Kano, where I had my primary and secondary education.

My early childhood started as that of any Hausa girl, born in an Hausa setting. In line with Hausa tradition, I went to a quranic school as the first contact a child ought to have is knowledge acquisition. I grew up in a strict home training, based on Islamic teaching and Hausa tradition.

Contact with the movie industry in While growing up as a young girl, I became very much attached to yo Hausa movies. Gradually Gradually, I became interested in becoming part of the industry.

I started telling my moth mother about my dream to be part of Kannywood, but she wou would laugh it off as a childish wish. However, deep down in my heart, I kknew that I really wanted to be part of the industry.

What did not occur to me tthen was what method and procedure it would take to join the industry. However, Howe my mother did not discourage me. All she kept telling me was, “My daughter, dau in every aspect of this life there are good and bad people. Believe Belie me, I have total confidence that you will not be among the bad ones. And if that’s what you want, I can only pray for your success.” pra But I did not make any attempt to join the industry until I got married. I was determined to make my marriage worthwhile, but it did not last long. When it became wort appa apparent that it won’t work, I got divorced after giving birth to my first and only daughter.

It was after my failed marriage that I openly asked my parents’ consent to joi join the industry. And they gladly gave me their consent. That was how I ventured into the movie industry.

Challenges fac faced can’ say I have faced many challenges. This is because Actually, I can’t ha no problem with my being in the movie industry. my parents have It is no longe longer a secret that the public see movie practitioners as miscrean miscreants; hence they usually castigate them without justificatio justification.

Some of m my family members were totally against my decision, but with the manner I have conducted myself in the industry, most of them came to realise that I am into a lawful professi profession. They finally gave their blessings to my choice of profess profession.

I alwa always see myself as being very lucky to have parents that aare very understanding and accommodating. They are of o the view that one is a miscreant only if he or she choo chooses to be. However, I did not find it difficult to fit in as an actress. This is because I have had the passion for long. lo The issue of getting acceptance by the Hausa mov movie practitioners was never a challenge to me.

Firs First movie role I was wa so naive that it seemed I was sitting on a hot seat.

I fel felt that the expectation of the production crew on me was huge. The director of the movie kept telling me to keep calm, and I kept calm. The crew later told me I kee had done wonderfully good, adding that I performed beyond expectation. That was how I began, and today be I have featured in uncountable Hausa movies.

Movies you have starred in As I said earlier, I always see myself as a lucky girl.

A Within a short time, I got more roles than those I met in the

industry. As I speak to you now, I have lost count of how many movies I have starred in.

I have starred in movies like Hanyar Abuja, Ranar Suna, Gidan Haya, Auren Soja, among others. I was among the lead actresses in the movie, Yan Boarding, were I acted as a school head-girl.

Happiest moments in the industry As an actress I have received a lot of gifts from individuals I have never met in my life. They always told me that they saw my movies and were impressed by the role I played.

Whenever I receive a gift or words of commendation I feel complete. Those are my happiest moments as an actress.

Regrets I have no regret. I love the profession and what I am doing as an actress.

Aspiration in Kannywood I want to be one of the best actresses the Hausa movie industry has ever produced. I want to do something positive in the industry, something that the industry will forever remember me for. I want to set a positive record for others to emulate and be proud of.

Relationship For now, I am not into any love relationship. I was with someone a couple of months back, but we have broken up.

View on marriage I have married before and I have not given up on the institution. I still wish to get married again because I believe the highest regard a woman could get in her life is when she is married. However, when I get married, it means I will quit acting. My fans should know that.

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I reserved all beautiful things for my wedding day “Fashion is – Aisha Suleiman

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imple and delectable Aisha Suleiman never expected to have a big wedding, even though she had dreamt of wearing colours blue and red for her day. But her mother had other plans for her. What she expected to be a low-key wedding turned out to be the biggest surprise for her. She walked into a room full of her family and loved ones. That brought out so much emotion that will last in her memory for a life time. She spoke to Tambari on her wedding.

expressing yourself in the right manner, and it should be able to make you feel good. It should also be affordable, if not, that is not fashion.”

INTERVIEW BY Aisha Umar-Halilu

MY PERSON AND FASHION

I am a delightful person who loves meeting new people and exploring new ideas. Most of all, I have a high taste in fashion.

MY DREAM WEDDING

I had always looked forward to my wedding day. So I had always reserved all beautiful things for the D-Day; hence my looks.

I always dreamt of wearing royal blue and red, but the theme of my wedding was pink and purple.

WHAT I EXPECTED

I never expected it to be a big one, but my mum made it a surprise.

MY OUTFIT

The outfit was designed by myself and sewn by my personal tailor. I actually never liked a very busy dress, and a dress that reveals the arms too much.

To an extent, I love covering up, but in style. I prefer fabrics that are small floral patterns, so I kept that in mind.

MY MAKE-UP

Binta’s Touch, who happened to be a darling friend, took care of all make-up.

HOW I MET MY SPOUSE THE SURPRISE I was out with my friend who happens to be his good friend too, and we ran into each other, right in front of his office. My husband is the most precious gift by God, and if there would be another life after this, I would love to remarry my husband over and over again.

Lastly, my words to other beautiful ladies out there: get married to that man of your dreams. It’s not a bed of roses, but I assure you it’s the best thing you will ever do.

HIS STRENGHT OF CHARACTER

He’s caring, courageous and never panics.

On entering the hall during the dinner I was so touched by the crowd, and being surrounded by my loved ones almost brought tears to my eyes.

ON FASHION

People don’t really go with what they want; they rather have someone with less fashion sense doom their most memorable day.

MY FASHION DESIGNER

She actually happens to be an Arabian.

She owns a clothing line called Rouge Couture.

FAVOURITE FASHION ACCESSORY

I so much love shoes; they are my better half.

MY BIGGEST SPLURGE

I will say my shoes. I can spend much on just a pair. I am certain about what I am going to say now.

Shoes are a must-have for every woman. This is because when we really dress up, the only thing other women want to have a peep at is your shoes, followed by your

jewellery. So I will say shoes “all the way.”

MY TAKE ON FASHION

Fashion is expressing yourself in the right manner, and it should be able to make you feel good. It should also be affordable, if not, that is not fashion.

MY FASHION ICON

I have many fashion icons, but the one in Nigeria is Lerouge, by the name, AmmahIdimi. Her pieces are really classy and a must-have for every woman.

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Spicing up A your style with Ankara ties

BY Amina Alhassan

nkara fashion is gradually taking over the local and international fashion scene for both the female and male gender. It is normal to see men just wear Ankara as shirt or trousers, which is a norm in the African culture.

But recently, the Ankara fashion has taken a different dimension for the male folk, becoming an accessory for men in suits.

Unique bow-ties, men’s pocket squares, face-caps, cufflinks, sun glasses, bags, brooches, shoes and other lovely accessories, all made of Ankara fabrics, are what every man should have in his wardrobe.

Ankara ties look trendy, making them a perfect fashion accessory for men.

The Ankara tie makes men look very good when worn with nicely fitted three-piece suits and tuxedos, or even with casual wears. Matching cufflinks will look in the perfect look for any casual or official occasion.

The tie can be worn by both men and women, and with a variety of outfits. These ties can be made out of any material of your choice, but are primarily made from African prints and fabrics.

So next time you want to make an impression of your style, you can always get your Ankara customised to jazz up a bland outfit.

Different colour of ties

Designer Ankara ties

Godwin

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BY Adebukola Adelakun

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How to tell if your diamond is real

inding out whether or not your diamond is real is something worthwhile. This prevents you from purchasing fake diamonds while thinking you have the real thing. When it comes to buying diamonds for engagement rings or necklaces, buyers often wonder if they are real or fake. You know, everyone wants to get the value for their money.

Most curious citizens turn to professional jewellers in order to be sure they have the real thing. But you can tell the real from the fake.

Here are a few affordable methods for you to test your diamonds.

Use the fog test: Put the stone in front of your mouth and fog it like you would a mirror. If it stays fogged for a couple of seconds, it’s probably a fake. A real diamond disperses the heat from you Hajia Turai Yar’Adua

FASHION NEWS Fusion Lifestyle Family Fair thrills Abuja residents

BY Victoria Onehi, Prisca Mbekong Kyaune & Adebukola Adelakun

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t was fun for the whole family at the just concluded Fusion Lifestyle family fair. Fusion fair is an avenue where fashion designers, make-up artistes, jewellers, food sellers showcase their wares.

The organiser, Samiya Oyekan, said the

instantaneously.

Look at the stones’ refractivity:

Fatima Mohammed Abacha Diamonds sharply bend or refract the light that passes through them. Use the newspaper method. Turn the stone upside down and place it on a piece of newspaper. If you can read through the stone or even see distorted black smudges, then it probably isn’t a diamond. A diamond would bend the light so sharply that you won’t be able to see the print.

The sinking test: Drop the stone in a glass of water and see if it sinks to the bottom.

Due to its high density, a real diamond will sink. A fake one will float at the top of the surface or in the middle of the glass.

Get an X-ray examination: If you want to get your diamond X-ray test, you will either need to submit it to a professional diamond testing lab or make a deal with your local X-ray imaging centre. If the diamond appears, then it’s fake; real diamonds do not show up on an X-ray.

Bella Adenuga

Source: Bella Naija

event was unique in the sense that every member of the family was involved. “We had different games for the kids while adults were shopping. We had a food fair out there while vendors of all kinds of fashion were showcasing their wares and providing services,” Oyekan said.

Ojiugo Ajunwa, a jeweller had this to say, “Fusion, for me, is an avenue of creating awareness for my brand. My brand is called Fifth Avenue Collection. It’s a Canadian company, so we represent them in Nigeria. In Nigeria, you know we love sparkle, so Fusion is an avenue to showcase our wares, which are different types of jewellery and get people to buy.”

Larrette Atta, an architect turned pastry maker, who is the chief executive officer of Larette Pastries and the Cookie Box said, “The sales today have been good. People really like what we have on our stand. As soon as we got in, people started coming and buying, so I am encouraged to do more.”

Fusion was also an avenue for people to create awareness about sickle cell anaemia.

The Sickle Cell Aid Foundation, a nongovernmental organisation tested people for the disease.

Muhammed Nura Abdullahi, a laboratory scientist explained further, “It’s a free genotype campaign initiated by our organisation, the Sickle Cell Aid Foundation.

It’s our own way of creating awareness about

the disease. It’s through incompatibility of parents that people get sickle cell. So when we help the immediate community know their genotype before they get married, we help them choose the compatible partner, health-wise. We see it as a selfless act to know your genotype before getting married, and if you didn’t know your genotype before getting married, there is the tendency for you to have children with sickle cell. People randomly come for shopping, but we tell them what we do, and they get interested.

“Some don’t want to do it, but when they here it’s free, they come by and do the test because they know there is nothing to lose. We are happy to do it free, to reduce the number of people with sickle cell.”

For Amina Fatai, a fashion enthusiast, the event afforded her the opportunity to shop for various fashion items. “As you can see, I am shopping for different items, and my joy is that I can get many things in one place. It’s a one-stop shop,” she said.

Maimuna Yunusa, another shopper said she loved the fact that there were varieties at the event. “I like the fashion accessories here because most of them are made in Nigeria. I like the creativity and ingenuity of fashion designers. They use Nigerian fabrics to make beautiful pieces like bangles, handbags, dresses, skirts etc. And they are nice.

However, the prices are a little high.”

The quarterly fashion fair was held at the BMO Event Centre, Wuse 2, Abuja.

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accessories. Of course, they come with a high price tag.

SHORT INTERVIEW

I pay absolute attention to details – Isa Makarfi, African fashion designer The 22-year-old Isa Muhammad Makarfi is in love with the concept of designing African collections. Although he is pursuing a career in architecture, he has his own clothing line: Kings Clothing. He spoke with Tambari about his love for African fashion designs.

Who are your role models in the fashion industry?

My role models are Prada, Louis Vuitton, Armani and Gucci.

Where and how do you get your raw materials?

I get my fabrics from London and my accessories from Italy.

How do you add fashion to your lifestyle?

I try to make what I wear fit me and have the right colours go with them. I avoid matching colours all the way down.

Where do you see your business in few years to come?

I see my business being accepted by the general public. The idea of going to source for materials and having them tailored by an individual would drop. I aim at providing more convenient, better options and assurance fitting in wears for our clients out there.

BY Mulikatu Mukaila Background I am an indigene of Kaduna State. I attended Funtaj International Primary School and later moved on to Capital Science Academy, Kuje. I am currently a final year student of Architectural Technology at the Anglia Ruskin School of Architecture, Essex, UK. What inspired you into fashion designing?

I was inspired by the general concept of adding value and erecting amazing structures. This I directly translate to high quality fabrics by looking at their geometry and adding simple accessories to give an elegant finish.

How would your collections impact on the fashion industry?

I want to give my well respected clients a flexible access to occasional and casual African outfits without having to go the traditional way of sourcing fabrics and getting them tailored. This would give our clients the luxury of walking into a store and picking up their best fits, just as we do with our shirts and trousers.

Advice to other youths who want to be like you Stay focused, work hard and pray to your creator for guidance.

Where do you get your fashion ideas from?

It is at the point of fabric selection, really. I pay absolute attention to the details of the fabric, its general geometry, texture and feel. From this, I try to put down sketches and incorporate simple accessories.

So I don’t really have guidelines to my designs, they come as conceptualised.

Challenges The general idea of walking to a store and picking up a traditional men’s wear is unprecedented. This makes my business very challenging.

I would have to convince my clients that I could give them that traditional look in a more elegant way and at better convenience.

Another challenge is dealing with high-end fabrics and high quality

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WOMEN HEALTH

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Dr. Nathaniel Adewole Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada - FCT. MOBILE: 0803 803 9182 EMAIL: nadewole2013@gmail.com

MORE ON KELOIDS Can you expatiate on keloid; what causes it and how to avoid it?

Keloid grows in the body, usually from a wound or incision. Ideally, the skin edges are supposed to unite in a line, except for the scar, but sometimes the wound edges after healing is raised above the skin. It is called hypertrophic scar. In case the edges are not only raised above the skin but big on their own right like a mass, then it is called keloid.

It is caused by excessive growth of cells and the failure of the substance that stops the growth of cells at the appropriate time. Most of the time, people who have the tendency to develop keloid will develop it, no matter what is done. They have to avoid skin injuries, including wounds from shaving sticks. Treatment is by injecting steroids, specifically triamcinilone, among others.

It is better to see a dermatologist or plastic surgeon.

IS IT STD? I have been having fever, headache, rashes, itching in my private part and around my body, as well as discharge from my male organ.

Please, I need to know what is wrong with me and what drug to take.

Have you gone to see your physician?

What tests have been done? Which drugs have you been given?

With the urethra discharge, one has to think of a sexually transmitted disease (STD). Urethral swab and midstream urine for microscopy culture and sensitivity will be necessary. You need to also inform your spouse or partner for same treatment.

STOMACH UPSET IN PREGNANCY

Whenever I take vegetables, which is said to be good for the body, or eat beans or white rice with

stew at night, I will have stomach upset. In fact, it is very rare for me not to have stomach upset in a week. What is the cause?

What is the solution? I am now pregnant.

Fatima, Sokoto.

It is not unusual for the body system to change a little during pregnancy. Food pattern may change. The best way is to study yourself and the food you tolerate and stick to it. Like the issue of white rice and stew at night, instead of night, while not during the day? You must also ensure you eat balanced diet.

Despite all these, if the stomach upset includes diarrhea, one must not assume that it is dietary; there may be need to check the immune status, including HIV status. I will suggest you see an obstetrician.

EIGHT MONTHS, NO PREGNANCY

Keloid on Ear

It is about eight months now that I got married, yet I am not pregnant. My period is normal. I am thinking of going for test.

Please, I am confused and worried.

Nadia.

You have just been married for eight months.

Investigating now is premature. It is advisable to wait for one year. Meanwhile, you have to ensure you have adequate sexual exposure. We do recommend three or four days in a week.

GALACTORRHEA AT 18 I am 18 years and my breasts are bringing out water. What should I do?

Aisha, Kano.

You are having galactorrhea. Prolactin assay will be done and you may be given bromocriptine for about two or three months.

Please, always include name and address when sending your health enquiries to us. Thank you

14 CULTUREE For the woman of style

Ambayadance Ambaya dance

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his is one of the major traditional dances of the people of Ninzom from Sanga Local Government Area of Kaduna State. This popular dance, known as “Ambaya,” which is interpreted as back dance in Ninzom language, is performed during festive periods and ceremonies like weddings, naming ceremonies or chieftaincy tittles. It is also a ceremonial dance aimed at entertaining guests during festive periods. It is also in honour of a great hero or an elderly person who has lived for many years before his/her demise. But it has become a popular dance in the community.

Young men and women, including the old and children, are not exempted from the dance, even though the dance requires a little energetic gym and involves a lot of body movement, especially the movement of the back and shoulder. They are dressed in native attires, with beads interlocked on the back and shoulder. On their hands are some raffia made beads and metals worn on the legs and hands. They dance and shake their legs while the metal strings make a rhythmic sound that calls for a dance to anyone who listens to the tone. The spectators are tempted to dance at the rhythm of the local music.

The dance begins with drummers and dancers with a lead vocal who sings in the local dialect while the dancers follow suit in a circle. The dance is done with the back bent, leg movement and shaking of shoulders, then they stand for a while. The metal, “awuya” is worn on the legs and hands.

Beads (kpen tita), worn around the body, are part of the traditional musical instruments. The leg band, “nchawa” makes a sound when moving the legs during the dance. A big drum (gangan) is kept in the middle of the dancers with a specialist called “wanni tsai gangan.” The drummer and the people dance in a circle, and thereafter, they split, dressed in animal skin skirts while the women dress in wrappers.

Young female dancers at a ceremony

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Men drumming and dancing in a traditional ceremony

Beetroot: The Nutritional Status Booster

15 HEALTHY 15 LIVING For the woman of style

BY Adebukola Adelakun B

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eetroot is a specie of vegetable notable for its sweetness. It is low in fat and packed with powerful anti-oxidants.

The vegetable has both leaves (beet greens) and the root (beetroot), which can be eaten, but oftentimes, people over look the greens, which is also a very nutritious part of the vegetable and focus more on the root.

Speaking to Tambari on the benefits of the beetroot vegetable, the head of Nutrition and Dietetics Department, National Hospital, Abuja, Mrs. Sarah Abagai, said, “The vegetable is red in colour; some are deep red while others are bright red. Vegetables or fruits that possess such colours are usually rich in antioxidants and high in vitamins A, B, C, beta carotene, beta cyannine, and folic acid. They are also very high in potassium. They are high in sugar, yet low in calorie. The beetroot is a low calorie vegetable that can help in dealing with the issues of weight gain.”

She also explained that the deep colour of beetroot is the significant phytochemical expression of the vegetable. The colour contains phytochemicals that help fight tumours forming in the system. They are a wonderful tonic for the liver, which works as a purifier for the blood, as well as prevent various forms of cancer.

“The calcium content of the beetroot helps to reduce the risk of osteoporosis since our bones depend of calcium to stop softening. They also help in controlling the cholesterol level of the blood. You can use the beet greens the way you

use your spinach and ugu to cook,” Mrs Abagai added.

Beetroots generally enhance the health of the consumer. They help your mental health.

Beets contain betaine, the same substance used in the treatment of depression. They help relax the mind and create a sense of wellbeing, as well as help lower blood pressure. They purify the blood from within and cleanse toxins and excess water from the body.

boost our nutritional status, thereby boosting our mental capability. They contain a high level of fibre and boost immunity from diseases.

However, Mrs Abagai highlighted that beetroots are high in oxalates acids, which are not really good for the health. The oxalate can combine with calcium and coagulate into a very hard substance. People who are prone to kidney stone, or people who have a history of gouts, or high blood level of uric acid, should try to avoid beets.

Beets are a high source of energy and help lower the cholesterol level within the body. They

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eets are very high in nutrients, and knowing how to make the beet juice is a great way to add those nutrients to your diet. Always take the juice in moderation. It’s also important to note that beets can turn your urine and faeces red; but it’s nothing to worry about.

You’ll need two to three fresh beets, knife, juicer/blender, as well as one to two cups of water.

beets. You can save the greens because you won’t need them.

2. Finely cut the beets into small sizes 3. Add the beets to the blender, annexing water to it 4. Blend well 5. Depending on how light you want it, you can add water to make it light.

6. Separate the juice from the pulp, using a strainer.

7. Serve chilled, or as you desire.

Direction 1. Wash the beets well, clean and peel the

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