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Ireti Heebah Kingibe Committed to making a difference Hi there!

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ambari Extra this week promises to keep you glued to the very last page with even more interesting topics in store for you. On the beauty segment, we’re discussing the benefits of cold showers and why you should consider having one more often. Meanwhile, on the

health segment it’s all about peptic ulcers and how to keep it at bay.

On the cover this week we have Hajiya Ireti Heebah Kingibe, the FCT senatorial aspirant under the APC. She talks about her plans and visions for improving Abuja, besides other things. Read all she had to say inside.

Enjoy the week ahead!

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LU X U RY L I V I N G

CULINARY

Assorted meat pepper-soup

by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

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ssorted meat peppersoup is a family favourite.

With chunks of different pieces of fleshy meat from shaki, liver, kpomo and whatever you may fancy, it is perfect for a chilly day or as comfort food.

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1/2 inch of ginger (chopped) 1 teaspoon of black pepper 2 tablespoons of

scent leaf (finely sliced) • Seasoning cubes • Salt to taste Directions Make sure you wash all

Ingredients • Assorted meat (offals of your selection) • 1 large onion (finely chopped) • 2-4 scotch bonnet pepper (thinly sliced or grounded) • 2 tablespoons of pepper soup spice • 3 cloves of garlic (finely chopped)

the meat thoroughly with clean water. Place the meat in a pot with the garlic, onion, ginger salt and seasoning cube and place on the stove over medium heat.

Allow the meat to release its water and stir. Allow to cook for 15 minutes before adding more water, enough to cook the meat thoroughly until soft.

Once the meat is well cooked, add the scotch bonnet, peppersoup spice and scent leaves and simmer for an additional five minutes before taking it off the heat. Serve immediately.

Ankara-inspired bedroom décor

by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

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his creamy drink is an instant hit with all those who taste it. It is easy to prepare, as well as tasty and filling.

Ingredients 1/2 pound of fresh strawberries (washed and sliced) 2 tablespoons of sugar 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract 1 tub of vanilla ice cream 1/2 cup of milk Direction Combine all the ingredients in the blender and pulse until smooth and creamy. Enjoy while it is still chilled.

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nkara has become a popular interior design trend for its vibrancy and appeal. The colourful cloth is the perfect alternative for those who want a bold pop of colour and flashy touch in their homes. Its versatility makes it the perfect fabric to use in amplifying your home. No wonder it is catching on very fast.

From throw-pillows, lampshades, bed-sheets and even couches, the ankara fabric has cut across all parts of interior design. The creativity of incorporating it into your bedroom also boasts of African heritage.

Not only is it visually pleasing, because of how eyecatching it is, it can easily be the centerpiece of your bedroom if you choose to make a statement with it.

The designs, colours and patterns of the ankara fabric are limitless, which gives you an endless selection to play with to suit you.

Either way, if you choose to go minimal or all out with ankara décor, it will still be lovely, sophisticated and show off your cultural side. Try it out and be wowed by the effect it will have on your home.

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IRETI HEEBAH KINGIBE // CO V E R

‘Committed to making a difference’ Interview by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

Ireti Heebah Kingibe, nee Lanval, is a true Nigerian who was born to a Rivers State mother and a father who was half Yoruba and half Hausa. She is a civil engineer, although she no longer practices due to political activities. Originally from Kano, Ireti wants to contest for the lone Federal Capital Territory (FCT) senatorial seat. The mother of three walks us through her political journey, what she has in store if she wins and a whole lot more.

Educational background I had my primary education at Emotan Preparatory School in Benin City and then proceeded to Queen’s College in Yaba, Lagos, before I was interrupted by the war. So I went to the United States and attended Washington Irving High School in New York and then the University of Minnesota where I got a degree in Civil Engineering.

Career After finishing school, I moved back to Nigeria where I did the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) with the air force.

After that, I worked with New Nigeria Construction Company (NNCC). I then worked with Lodigiani Nigeria Limited as a regional engineer. I was also a Project Manager with the Petroleum (Special) Trust Fund (PTF). I then started working privately with Kelnic Associates where I was partner. We did a lot of projects together.

I was tired of engineering and so I started working at Trenko International Limited with two other people where I was the chairman until I stepped down to pursue my political career. We do different types of projects relating to gas, agriculture and a lot of other things.

Political ambition I have always been very political. In the university, I was the President of the Nigerian Student’s Union (NSU) and even got a leadership award for it. I’ve always had strong views and it’s not my policy to complain about things; but getting up and doing something about them.

If you say something needs fixing, you fix it. From 2000 or thereabout, I started complaining and finding a lot of flaws in everything government was doing. So my husband said, “Why don’t you go out and get involved?” So I gave it some thought because at first I thought I would just write. ThisDay newspaper even offered me a column, but I was reluctant because women’s opinions are never regarded as strong ones. At that time, I felt that whatever I said would be seen as my husband’s opinion despite the fact that he had sort of withdrawn from politics. So it gave me cold feet.

However, I joined a political party.

I joined the All Peoples Party (APP) then before they became All Nigeria Peoples Party (ANPP). I wanted a forum where I could air my views; that was my main reason. After joining, I travelled to England because my children were schooling there. While I was there, a friend of mine, Sen. Aluko, who I was always criticising the government and sending messages to, called me one day and said the then Senator of the FCT, Sen. Khairat Abdulrazaq Gwadabe, was looking for a woman who would run. I told him I didn’t know how to be a senator and showed him I wasn’t interested. But he managed to convince me and I agreed, he passed my number to her. She called and asked me if I had registered to vote, and I told her no. She told me that there were three more days for the exercise and begged me to come back and register and take it step by step from there. So I came back, registered, went to her and asked what was

POLITICS ISN’T ABOUT ME, IT’S ABOUT THE PEOPLE, SO I DECIDED TO RUN AGAIN; ONE MORE TIME next? She told me to go and visit my ward, talk to the people and attend rallies and party meetings.

At that time, there was only a man who they were thinking of giving the ticket to. So she guided me, she told me I didn’t necessarily need money. Eventually, without me having to give money to anybody, the party gave me the ticket.

I had to campaign.

Sen. Khairat led me and guided me all the way if she hadn’t, I wouldn’t have made the impact that I did.

So I ran for the first time in 2003.

When was the defining moment you decided to join politics?

There wasn’t any defining moment.

As I said, leadership came naturally. Even when my husband was in politics, I was the one in the background deciding little things.

I’ve always been somewhat political. But it was the desire to make impactful change and provide solutions to what I had been criticising and complaining about that gave me the extra push.

After I joined politics, I realised I was passionate about it. I feel that politics is a journey, not a destination. If you really want to be a change agent, then you don’t just leave when things don’t go your way.

Because I lost my first time, despite being told that the election was rigged, taking it to court and having the case thrown out, I am still determined to see that I become a senator to do what brought me to the political terrain.

Challenges There’s this general belief that female politicians are loose and sleeping around; which we all know isn’t true. It also affects your marriage because you need permission for everything. Politicians will come to your house at late hours and 80 per cent of them are men and unless your husband is open-minded, he’s going to show frustration.

There are so many cultural constraints and censorship on women. But at the end of the day, I don’t think the men have been

doing a good job. The women are so much more committed and unshakable unlike the men that are so much more fluid.

Finance is another challenge. Initially, my husband would put in a word for people to contribute and donate towards my campaign, but now, I have to do all that by myself and it hasn’t been easy.

In 2006, my husband came back and joined the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) and I was in the ANPP. Some people felt it was untidy for us to be in different parties. So I joined PDP. But the truth is that I always believe that people should vote for people, and not solely for party. So we had a lot of issues.

In 2014, I decided to withdraw from the senatorial race and also left the PDP and joined the APC. I needed a party where I could air my views without fear; APC provided that. I felt more comfortable and at home there.

This time around, I almost didn’t run because I needed time for myself. I was always here or there and I felt that I was getting older and I wanted to do more things for myself. However, I was told that politics isn’t about me, it’s about the people, so I decided to run again; one more time.

Why do you think this time will be different?

I feel like people are more enlightened on what they want. Secondly, the people who are running against me have been senators or reps members and have been elected to positions already; they have history and pedigree, so people can judge. I feel that will work in my favour; the people want more credible leaders.

Thirdly, the fact that all these years I haven’t been elected to office but have been continuous in my commitment out there and getting work done will work for me. I strongly feel these factors will work in my favour this time around.

How do you plan to make the impact the FCT needs?

Abuja needs a lot of work. It is the face of the nation and seat of government, yet it’s one of the most neglected senatorial districts. When listing all the states, the FCT should come first, because it’s not a state, it’s the capital. We have no quota in the police, army, anywhere. Even our emirs are not on the same scale as the rest. Young people, men and women, educated or not, need to be empowered. There are a lot of intervention programmes I feel the FCT is perfect for. It has a lot of land for agro projects. Abaji discovered that the wheat we import can be grown there. We have dams for fishery projects. There’s untapped potentials. I can assure you that if I become a senator, you will see so much done for youths.

Advice to women Women should come out. The more women we have in governance, the better the country will be. They should run for councillorship, reps., senate, name it. Even if you fail the first time, try again. Women need to be more tenacious and also, those that are already there should mentor, drag up the other women, support and assist them, give them the tools to be able to succeed.

If not for the women who mentored me, I wouldn’t have been as successful as I am in politics. Most of the problems are female problems; good schools for our children, better healthcare facilities and a Nigeria that protects women.

Growing up I had a privileged childhood. My father was a senior civil servant. My father was Abdulqadir Lanval, the name Lanval was adulterated by a white man and my father liked it and it stuck. He was an electrical engineer and worked for ECN. As a child, we lived all over Nigeria. I went to a boarding school at six because my father travelled a lot. I didn’t lack anything.

Most rewarding part of my career When you empower people and see the difference it has made in their lives is something I couldn’t have done on a personal level or as an engineer. But politics has given me opportunity to do that.

Aspirations growing up I had wanted to be a doctor, but I changed my mind because blood makes me queasy.

So I gave it some thought and decided it wouldn’t be a very wise career choice.

Joys of motherhood I have three children; two boys and a girl.

There’s nothing that’s more fulfilling than when your child smiles at you or hugs you or you help your child cross a hurdle.

Growing up, I felt like my mum could do anything and I’m sure my kids feel the same way about me. Being a parent is such a huge responsibility. You have to put them on the right path spiritually, physically, emotionally and intellectually. It’s one responsibility I don’t take lightly. I talk to my children and show them that being a good person is better than being a rich person.

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IRETI HEEBAH KINGIBE // CO V E R

SOCIETY NEWS Compiled by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

Funke Akindele & JJC celebrate wedding anniversary

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Most cherished gift My children from God. Top five things on my wish list From 2019, credible leaders with vision and capacity should be elected into positions of influence and as policy makers.

Secondly, I would like my children to find good spouses.

Thirdly, all my loved ones should have good health and long life.

Fourthly, I wish to be the next Senator of the FCT. My last wish is to be to an incredibly good senator for the FCT. Favourite music on replay I love music of any kind. It’s my second passion.

What I listen to depends on my mood. I like jazz, RnB, but I also listen to Nigerian music. My favourite artistes are Flavour and Tekno. In the morning when I’m getting ready for work, I like to p put myy Nigerian g music on loud. It puts me in the right frame of mind.

First app I check in n the morning/bedtime WhatsApp. Favourite fashion items Earrings.

Flats or heels?

I like mules. I don’t n’t like flats too much, but I don’t likee very high heels as well. Let’s say 1-½ inch heels.

What I wouldn’t n’t be caught wearing A red dress; I don’t like the colour.

I don’t like anything too shouty or too bold.

Definition of stylee Simplicity.

Favourite book The Last Lecturee by Randy Pausch. It made an impact on me because a man who ho was dying from cancer er and had children wrote ote it and he was told to give a lecture to a graduating class and d he tried to tell them m what to expect in life. I found the book inspiring and real.

Favourite travel destination I’d like to go to the Himalayas, China and India. The places I find most interesting, I’m yet too visit them.

How I relax By listening too music or reading a book.

Favourite quote “This too will pass.” It resonates with me all the time and I tell my

children this a lot.

Favourite food Tuwon acha and miyan kuka. I eat it especially when I’m under the weather.

Favourite fashion designer I don’t have one.

Favourite perfume, bag and shoes I don’t think a woman should have to settle for a particular fragrance. But there’s one by Estee Lauder called Oud Mystique and A Taste of Heaven

by Kilian.

Mum’s advice that has stuck with me over the years My mother told me to be kind to people; not only those you were born with. She would say, “The person that has people is richer than the person who has money.”

Favourite sport, colour, car and weather I’m not a sports person. I enjoy p p j y takingg longg walks. I like aquamarine and emerald green. I like any comfortable car, and for weather, I like when it’s nice and cool.

Favourute day of the week Friday; because I get to lie back for the weekend.

Beauty routine I wash my face with a particular product. Once my face is clean, that’s it.

Role model(s) Nelson Mandela, my mother and my foster mother, Mrs. Leila Fowler. I admire their philosophy, wisdom and strength.

Looking back, what I would tell a younger me Life is to be maximised; so live it to the fullest and be bolder.

he star of award winning show, ‘Jenifa’s Diary’, Funke Akindele and her husband, producer JJC celebrated their second wedding anniversary this week.

The couple both took to Instagram to celebrate their love and their union where Funke said, “Happy wedding anniversary to us darling @jjcskillz Thank you so much for your love, patience, care and support. I pray we live longer together in happiness, good health and abundant wealth in Jesus name.”

While JJC captioned the post, “Thank you my love for coming to my life and making my house into a home.

Our mummy, my best friend and my padi of life. I pray we last through to our old age.

Happy anniversary my love.’’

The couple tied the knot in a close knit ceremony in London back in 2016.

Congratulations to them!

Lizzy Omoraghon gives birth to baby girl

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hysically challenged blogger, Lizzy Omoraghon and her husband have welcomed their first child to the world.

A few months back, she shared a post of her growing baby bump and also revealed the challenges she faced before she was blessed with their bundle of joy.

She shared the news on social media stating how elated she felt on delivering her newborn child. “I could have waited to take the perfect photos to share this news with you all but my heart is so full of joy right now that I want to share God’s unfiltered goodness in my life. Please say hello to our baby girl!

We are still in total awe of God and how perfect she is. Thanks to everybody that prayed for us throughout this journey!”

Super Eagles star Alex Iwobi makes Nollywood debut

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uper Eagles football star and Arsenal player Alex Iwobi has made his Nollywood debut in the upcoming movie Inpadisu.

In the movie which he’s starring alongside Somkele Iyamah portrays Iwobi and his life in relation to the choices he has made.

He made the news known on social media where he said, “Shot my Nollywood debut last month. A movie about choices coming soon.”

Nigerians have been ecstatic since the news broke and can’t wait to see him on the big screen.

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TRENDS STYLE FASHION

B E AU T Y

Why you should start taking cold showers

by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

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aking a shower with cold water may seem to be one of the most daunting prospects to most of us. The shuddering and shivering can be very uncomfortable, but it may surprise you to know that those cold showers may have more benefits than your usual hot shower. Here are a few reasons you may want to consider drenching yourself in cold water from now on.

Improves skin: Hot water tends to dry your skin by stripping it of natural oil. Cold water can tighten and close your pores, thereby locking in moisture and keeping it supple and radiant.

Helps in de-stressing: Taking a cold shower in the morning will help you feel more alert, less tired and active, keeping the stress at bay. After a cold shower, you will feel refreshed, rejuvenated and ready for whatever the day may throw at you.

Shiny hair: Washing your hair in cold water will keep it shiny and less frizzy too. Cold water also seals the pores in your scalp too, making it less prone to getting dirty.

Encourages weight loss: The brown fat in your body is activated when you take a cold shower, which results in energy and calories being burnt to keep you warm. This means that the more cold showers you take, the more calories you will be burning without necessarily hitting the gym.

Stimulates blood circulation: When cold water hits your body, blood will be more rapidly circulated to the organs in your body and keep you looking healthier than ever.

H E A LT H Y L I V I N G

Dealing with peptic ulcers

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the cause of ulcers is incorrect. However, they do worsen the condition. The main cause of ulcers are infections by a bacteria called H. pylori or by abusing painkillers/anti-inflammatory drugs such as Ibuprofen.

The most common symptoms of peptic ulcers include a burning sensation inside the stomach, bloating, nausea and heartburn, and oftentimes, diarrhea. In more critical cases, vomiting and bloody stool can also affect the patient suffering from ulcer.

In order to reduce the pain and suffering accompanied with peptic ulcers, you can include a few lifestyle changes that will go a long way in preventing it.

Stay away from spicy and oily foods: Eating foods that are spicy or fatty can irritate ulcer and cause more pain. Therefore, it is best to stick to food that isn’t saturated in oil or overly spiced with pepper.

Be cautious with pain killers: If you are a regular user of pain killers, then you are more likely to get stomach problems related with ulcers. But when you must, make sure you take it after eating, and stick to Paracetamol.

Don’t stay hungry: Hunger is a main trigger for ulcers. Make sure you are eating right, and good portions as well to prevent any complications.

If it doesn’t get better, visit a doctor: After taking the appropriate drugs such as antacids and antibiotics to no improvement, then consider paying your doctor a visit. He or she may prescribe a more suitable medication for the ulcer.

With additional information from the internet

TAMBARI SUNDAY, AUGUST 26, 2018

PLEASE WHAT DO I DO? I missed my period for three months now and I’m not pregnant.

What should I do? I have seen a gynecologist and he asked me to go for a scan, the result of the scanning showed that I have a cyst and I was put on medication for one week. Liatu, Kaduna I will like to encourage our readers who send questions to please include their age. Age is critical in interpreting symptoms and examination findings.

What you are having is called oligomenorhea, that is menstrual cycle length lasting thirty five days and above but less than six months.

In case you are forty two years and above then it’s likely to perimenopausal symptoms. Just observe.

Concerning the cyst management, it depends on the size and appearance of the cyst on scan.

If you are between eighteen and forty two, it could be ovulating problem.

For those who are in perimenachial period, it’s not unusual .

Go back to your Gynaecologist for him to do a more comprehensive check and advice. Management will also depend on whether you desire fertility or not.

For four years, I have been suffering from itching from both sides of my private part especially at night and now it has reached my legs. What is your advice?

Rahinatu It’s most likely vagina candidiasis. Any of the topical antifungal cream will do.

DID YOU KNOW... THAT COLD SHOWERS ARE THE SECRET TO GLOWING SKIN?

eptic ulcers are the most painful stomach ailments that can befall anybody. Ulcers are sores on the lining of your stomach and the upper part of your small intestine caused by bacteria or acid secretions.

According to Dr. Aysha Adama of Nisa Hospital Abuja, the most common of peptic ulcers are gastric ulcer, which occurs within the walls of the stomach, and duodenal ulcer, which affects the upper part of your small intestine known as the duodenum.

The perception that oily and spicy foods are

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by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

Dr. Nathaniel Adewole,

GENERALIZED SWELLING OF THE BODY

Please, I am a community health worker and I have a thirteen year old girl who has swelling of the body more in the face. Please what can we do for her?

Adavi, Kogi State The first thing that comes to mind is kidney disease or renal failure. Other possibilities include heart failure.

Kindly refer her to the closest tertiary hospital.

CRAMPS IN MY TESTIS

Hello Dr. Nath. I feel cramps in my testicles after excretion mostly when I eat pepperish food and my urine comes with white substance in the end. Before now, I have been battling with sexual problems which still persist. I did a lot of test but no infection has been seen. I need your help. Auwal Kogo How old are you? Are you diabetic? Or are there any preexisting medical conditions? You are having erectile dysfunction. You need to see a Urologist.

ABNORMAL PERIODS

I’m always having abnormal periods. The last time I had my period it lasted for 60 days now, I’m on my period for the 17th day and it’s always very heavy.

Hauwa As I have said earlier please always include your age.

You are having menorrhagia that is heavy menses in terms of prepping days of menstruation or excessive quantity Possible differentials include endometrial polyps, submucois fibroida, hormonal imbalance and genitourinay carcinoma.

Kindly see a Gynaecologist as soon as possible.