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Always go for what you desire – Hafsat Manir Muhammad Dan’iya
Hi there! Do yo wish to make a simple dish after days of festivities? Sinasir is the perfect meal for a relaxing day. Our culinary section shows you how to prepare that tasty sinasir meal you have always craved. It’s the season of gifts and our etiquette section educates us on gifts we should never give. Gracing our cover this week is, Hafsat Manir Muhammad Dan’iya, humanitarian and wife to the deputy governor of Sokoto State. The second wave of COVID19 is here, do ensure you stick to the safety protocols and always stay masked up. Until next week, do have a prosperous 2021.
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Sinasir (Rice Pancakes) A Compiled by Nana Yahaya
re you looking for that dish that is easy to make and also delicious? Look no further. Sinasir is the perfect snack for a lazy morning. Sinasir is a Northern Nigerian (Hausa) rice recipe fried like pancakes. It is prepared with rice, the type used for Tuwon Shinkafa but in this case, it is ground into a smooth paste. Ingredients for Sinasir · 180g soft rice for tuwo · A handful of cooked rice · ½ teaspoon yeast · 1 small onion · Sugar (to taste) · 2 pinches of salt · Vegetable oil: for frying Before you cook the Sinasir 1. Soak the 180g of soft rice for 3 to 4 hours. 2. Boil some rice that will be equivalent to a handful when done. 3. Cut the onions into tiny pieces. Directions 1. Add the cooked rice to the soaked rice and blend till smooth. 2. Add the yeast and allow it to rise. 3. Add the onions, sugar
and salt and mix thoroughly. 4. Set a frying pan on the stove, preferably a non-stick frying pan. 5. Pour a small amount of oil into the pan. 6. Once hot, pour some butter into the pan making sure it is thin like pancakes. 7. Fry on medium heat till the top cakes. 8. Flip to fry the other side till golden brown. You may fry only one side if you wish. Tastes delicious either way. Serve with vegetable soup, suya, pepper soup, or eat like that and it will still be delicious.
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Always go for what you desire – Hafsat Manir Muhammad Dan’iya Interview by Amina Alhassan
Hajiya Hafsat Manir Muhammad Dan’iya was born on July 16, 1978, into the family of late Alhaji Shuaibu Idris Sabon Birni in Sabon Birni Local Government Area of Sokoto State. She is the fourth child among nine siblings. She is married to Dr Hon. Manir Muhammad Daniya (Walin Sokoto), the Deputy Governor of Sokoto State and is blessed with five amazing and beautiful children: three boys and two girls. Education
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attended Model Primary School on Wurn Wurno Road, now Cement Company Primary School, Sokoto, from 1985 to 1990 and then proceede proceeded to the Government Girls College (GGC), Sokoto, So in 1995. I started my higher education at the Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, in 2000, where I studied English/Hausa, then moved to the Usman D Danfodio University (UDU), Sokoto, in 2006 for a BA BA(ED) in Hausa. I did my National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) between 2010 and 2011 in Sokoto. Career background During my NYSC, I was posted to the Sokoto Soko State Broadcasting Corporation (SSBC), Rima Radio, Sokoto. Being in a media house you have to interact with different d people; some jovial and some hard to deal wit with. After pro ending my service year, I jumped back to my profession; teaching, where I taught for about 10 years in d different schools. I then joined another field to explore more avenues in administration and general services. Presently, I am the Director of Administration at Noma Children Hospital, H Sokoto, Sokoto State. like? What was growing up lik Growing up was aamazing. I got everything I wan wanted. My father was always ther there for us. It was fun. Life lessons I have learned to work hard. Always go for f what you desire, don’t don’ bother about what people think of you, you work with honest honesty and dedication and an surely you will reach rea your goal, and never stop. My aspirations asp growing I always wanted to do someth something that would be of great help h to humanity. humani ity. I was d inspired by my dad daad and grandmother grandmo other because they were alway always ys giving to society.
My father taught me to give no matter how little. Don’t ever wait until you have enough before you give out. Always try to make life meaningful for someone. Fond childhood memories Memories of my father. He was one in a million; the best father who was always there for his family. I miss how he called me by my pet name. He always called me “Yar baturiya.” I pray we meet in Jannatul Firdaus. Ameen Ya Rabbi! My passion for humanitarianism I love to help people; it gives me joy and internal peace that I can’t describe. Putting a smile, even if it’s on just one person’s face, I feel fulfilled. I feel blessed when I see that I can offer something no matter how little it is, which helps a sister or a brother in need. My take on the Nigerian education industry, especially how it relates to the average northern woman Nigeria at 60 needs a new strategy in education, especially as it relates to women. We live in a society where many of parents, especially from rural areas, see education for women as a taboo, so they try as much as they can to prevent their female children from accessing it. I think the curriculum in the Nigerian education system needs to be revamped; where education: both Islamic and Western, go hand in hand. Also, there is a need for entrepreneurship where young girls can learn some trades so that they could cater for their families even before they get married. I think if we put this into perspective, our society will be better off. Challenges It’s certainly not easy dealing with people. There are some, whatever you do, they will never appreciate it. Some will even mock and rain insults on you, but life goes on and we keep trying no matter what; such is life. My most cherished gift Prayer for me is what I cherish very much. I cherish someone who prays for me and my mother is someone who always prays for me. How I met my husband I met him at our house during my uncle’s wedding. He came with a friend of my uncle and it started from there. What I cherish most about my husband A lot; his kindness and humility. He is loving and caring and he believes in me. I am the love of his life. He is God-sent and I will always thank Allah for that. Motherhood My children are my best friends. They mean the world to me. We love and cherish one another. A lot of people often see me with my kids and think we are siblings. Well, maybe because they have grown tall like their father. My children are the best thing to have happened to me.
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ETIQUETTE Gifts You Should Never Give Anyone
Cont’d from page 20 Favourite music I love old school and rhythm and blues. Any of these is okay for me. First app I check dailyy WhatsApp. Favourite fashion items ms Gold jewellery.
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What I wouldn’t be caught wearing Short dresses. How I relax ries. By watching Indian series. Best food Give me tuwon shinkafa and miyan kuka and I am good to go any time, any day. My definition of style Anything that makes me comfortable and decent. My favourite fashion designer I don’t have any. I go for anything that fits me and makes me comfortable. Favourite urite perfume, designer bag, and shoes For perfume, erfume, I love Arabian perfumes. For bags and shoes, es, I love LV, Gucci, and Tory Burch. Mum’s m’s advice that has stuck with me My mum always told me to never in life wish for or harm rm anyone and that I would prosper in life. Favourite urite sport, colour, and weather For sports, ports, wrestling is it, and for colour, blue. Harmattan rmattan is my favourite weather. Favourite urite day of the week That would be Friday because it alwayss reminds us of the day of judgment. nt. Favourite urite book I lovee romantic novels, so Mills & Boon (M&B) M&B) is my favourite. Beauty uty routine Simple; ple; I try to stay healthy. lthy. Looking king back, what I would ounger tell a younger me king Looking at my lifee and the realities lities of the 21st Century,, I think k a younger me will stick to the he gospel our parents rents tell ause in us because life you will not
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know the value of what they preach unless you are there. And In sha Allah I will continue to instill in my own children that so that the orientation I was given by my parents can be replicated in them. I would also like to use this opportunity to advise the younger generation that education is key to prosperity. So seek it. What I want to be remembered for Alhamdulillahi! As we grow older I want to be remembered as that mother, mentor, and always thought about role model who be of impact to how she could society. I also want to be remembered as that philanthropist who viewed helping others with their issues as a hobby.
t’s the season, of gifts and hampers. You are either giving out gifts or being given one or more. Have you ever received gifts that you found insulting? Do you wonder what the givers were thinking when they chose them for you? Have you ever been to an office gift exchange when someone (maybe even you) received an inappropriate gift that made you and your co-workers cringe? Unless you’ve agreed to exchange gag gifts, you should think about how the other person will see the item. Gift-giving should be a positive experience for both the giver and the receiver, regardless of the setting. What you consider funny might be an insult to the receiver. Consider the Setting Always think of proper etiquette and manners when you select a gift for someone. In addition to determining what you buy based on the person’s taste, you also need to consider the audience. If your co-worker opens a sexually suggestive gift in the office, both of you might have some explaining to do. You also need to use caution when giving something to your child’s teacher. Host or Hostess Gift When you visit someone or attend a party, it’s always a good idea to bring a hostess gift. Avoid trying to get too creative with something that could be taken the wrong way. If you’re not sure what to bring, stay with the traditional bottle of wine, candles, hand towels, decorative soaps, or kitchen gadget. Insulting Gifts to Avoid Here are some gifts that can be insulting: Put-down gift – If your friend has an issue that she struggles with, such as being Cont’d on page 22
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TRENDS STYLE FASHION
B E AU T Y How to Grow Your Eyebrows
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hese days all kind of brows are on display, from the cute ones to the hilarious eyebrows. It’s understandable why some people opt for artificial brows as not many have natural ones. However, there are tips that can help you grow the perfect brows for that beautiful you. Try Vaseline Moisturizing your brows isn’t exactly high up on the skincare routine, but, hydrated skin is the perfect environment for hair to grow faster and more resilient. Does Vaseline work in speeding up eyebrow growth? Well, Vaseline is an occlusive balm, meaning it locks in moisture to help speed up your skin’s natural recovery process… so it might help. Simply clean and dry your brow area. Then, apply Vaseline over them three to four times a day. Quit plucking Brows grow in a three to fourmonth cycle, so you should avoid plucking any hair until at least 12 weeks have passed. After then, you can
pluck the ones that aren’t anywhere near your brow line but leave any that are close to that area alone. Try to groom your brows daily with a brush. Use olive oil, it is a good substitute in the growing eyebrows category. It’s rich in vitamin E, known for its hydrating properties and essential fatty acids that act as a skin food for your follicles. Eat your walnuts Add walnuts, mangoes, dark leafy greens and sweet potatoes to your daily diet to help with hydration and
blood circulation. Make eyebrow serum a part of your routine While olive oil and Vaseline might be the cheaper options, nothing beats a great eyebrow serum that’s specifically formulated to help stimulate brow growth. Try some trickery if you want your brows to look instantly thicker, invest in a good brow kit. For a bold looking brow, fill in any sparse areas with a brow pencil that is focusing on the arch, then dust over your whole brow lightly with brow powder, before finishing off with a clear gel to set in place. DID YOU KNOW...
THAT OVEREXTENDING THE TAIL OF YOUR BROWS CAN CREATE A DROOPY EFFECT?
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Gifts You Should Never Give Anyone Cont’d from page 21 overweight, depression, or financial struggles, don’t give her anything that even hints at those topics. Never give someone a membership to a weight loss clinic or a scale to “keep track.” Find something positive instead. A woman who struggles with her weight might appreciate a statement necklace that draws attention to her beautiful face. Someone who suffers from depression might appreciate a gift card for a massage or even an offer of dinner with you. Self-help book – No matter how much your friend needs emotional, psychological, or physical help, avoid giving him a book about it unless he specifically says that’s what he wants. Instead, you might want to buy a gift card to a bookstore and let him choose what he thinks he needs. Anything that looks cheap – You may not have a big gift budget, but you can still find well-made things that don’t cost a fortune. Instead of a cheaply made article
off clothing, l hi give i the h person a subscription b i i to a fashion magazine. Most periodical publishers offer specials throughout the year, and it will be something that reminds the receiver of you for a long time. Personal hygiene items – He might have nose hairs that look like a nose ring or body odour that makes everyone cringe when he steps into the elevator. That doesn’t mean it’s okay to embarrass him in front of people as he enthusiastically rips into his gift at the party, only to discover nose hair trimmers or an assortment of deodorants. You’d be better off finding out what kind of music or reading material he likes and give him a CD or a book. Second-hand gift – Unless you are at a white elephant party that involves bringing something you want to get rid of, give the person something that has never been used. It’s okay to regift an item, but not one that has been opened… and never in front of the person who originally gave it to you. Anything the person obviously can’t
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or won’t’ use. T This can be anything from a set of wine glasses to someone who doesn’t drink wine to an ashtray to a non-smoker. If you care enough to give someone a gift, take the time to find out what he/she likes and doesn’t like. T-shirts or other apparel with rude or crude sayings – You might think that a pullover with the words “Wide Load Coming Through” is funny, but it’s insulting to the person opening it. Also, avoid giving anything with a suggestive phrase. Even if you know the person will get the humour, she’ll have to be very careful where she wears it. Receiving an Insulting Gift If you’re on the receiving end of a gift that you find insulting, try not to make a big deal of it. Perhaps the person didn’t consider some of the thoughts and feelings you might have. Instead, thank him or her right after you open it and send a thank you note later. Then try to forget about it. https://www.thespruce.com/
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NO PREGNANCY AT 40 I am 40-years-old and still trusting God for the fruit of the womb. My private part is always wet as if I am urinating. What do I do? -Ada Samuel How long have you been married? Have you done tests like HSG? Has your husband done some tests like seminal fluid analysis? I will suggest you and your spouse see a gynaecologist for proper assessment and management. From your statement, you have been trying to get pregnant for “many years”, in view of this, invitro-fertilisation might be the best option. It is best you opt for this as soon as possible. The problem with delaying is that at a certain age, your egg may no longer be suitable, but rather, you may need donor eggs. Some IVF centres are likely to insist on donor eggs from the age of forty two, though in some circumstances, it could be earlier. Concerning the wetness, urinary incontinence is a possibility. WHAT IS THE PROBLEM? I travelled and returned recently. I started feeling feverish, now I don’t have an appetite and always feel nauseous. I did malaria and typhoid test. Malaria was ++. I am also not pregnant. What do I do? - Rahila, Abuja From the symptoms and the laboratory tests, you have malaria and you need to be treated for it. You did not state the result of the widal test. If the result showed significant theartre, then appropriate antibiotics will be needed. PLEASE HELP! Since I had a miscarriage six months ago, I always have this sharp menstrual pain. The menstrual flow comes in thick, black clots. What do I do about it, sir? - Sadiatu The menstruation with thick, black ones is likely to be that you have menorrhagia. This coupled with miscarriage raises the possibility of submucous fibroid. Another possibility is endometrial polyps, which can lead to pains because the uterus is treating it like a foreign body and trying to expel it. You need to see your doctor and go for a pelvic ultrasound scan. LOSS OF SMELL AND TASTE I have not been able to smell or taste anything for some time now. I don’t know if it’s normal or do I need to take a medication? - Mrs Daniella Sunday It is not normal because you have been feeling sense of smell and taste before now. Is there associated fever and generalized body weakness? Based on the time we are in, you may need to do COVID19 test. Loss of smell and taste are known symptoms of COVID-19 infection. First published on Sunday, December 20, 2020