Tambari

14th December, 2014

Tambari SUNDAY TRUST

For the woman of style

Men’s fashion wish list 2015

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Rabi Ibrahim

“Women should co their quota to the d ntribute evelopment of the nation”

Beauty makeover for the season

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C.o.n.t.e.n.t.s Hello Readers,

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his year, we have been inspired with many looks, among which is the glitter and shine. Glitter and shine is ‘in’.

Embellished outfits are trending right now, and for you to be on point, you don’t have to overdo it. If wearing any of the season’s trends, your accessories must be minimal in order not to take attention away from the main outfit or look too clustered. Less is definitely more in this case.

So set off this look with the right shoes and bags.

A sneak peak of 2015 fashion is actually a blast from the 70s with a modern twist of urban chic, which can also be beautifully interpreted if experimenting with local prints.

Though we’re expecting to see more subtle looks from that era, it already feels refreshing.

We will be seeing more dreamy, flowy, elegant drapes in form of gowns and elaborate skirts, as well as embroidery designs. Yes, doses of all the 70s era.

While taking all the usual stock of the things that shaped your style this year, remember what we told you about the love affair with fabrics? You will still be on trend for many seasons if you’ve armed yourself with the latest.

Our featured personality is Princess Rabi Ibrahim.

Have a great week.

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Fashion stone embellishment Fashionista:

Men’s Fashion:

Hello readers,

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Men’s fashion wish list 2015

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Beauty: Makeover for the season COVER:

“Women should contribute their quota to the development of the nation”

Rabi Ibrahim >>> PAGES 4, 5, 6

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Editor AISHA UMAR-HALILU. Deputy Editor VICTORIA ONEHI. Writers MULIKATU MUKAILA. AISHATU SHALLANGWA. PUPWAYA TIMOTHY DIBAL. FATIMA HUSSAIN YAKASAI. Designer BALLIE KAFRAN

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FASHIONISTA

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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tone embellishment is something one can add to any kind of fabric to give it a unique and different look totally. Most times, when fashion designers use stones to come out with concept of styles in fabrics, the results are wonderful and amazing as they add glitters to outfit.

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Cover Photos by: Ikechukwu Ibe

INTERVIEW BY Aisha Umar-Halilu & Victoria Onehi

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“Women should contribute their quota to the developme nt of the nation”

rincess Rabi Ibrahim’s story is quite unique.

In secondary school, she was a friend to the daughter of the Sarkin Shanun Gwandu, Alhaji Yahaya Shantali, who adopted her. He took care of her, trained her in school and gave her hand out in marriage.

She started a career in the insurance industry and grew to the managerial level. But she veered into broadcasting when she saw the need to help the less privileged. Touched by the plight of pensioners in the streets of Abuja in 2006, she decided to be the voice of the voiceless. Rabi started the programme,

Pension Matters on NTA. Similarly, her desire to be like the Gambo Sawaba of old was fulfilled when she was made the national coordinator of Women for Change and Development Initiative, the pet project of First Lady Dame Patience Jonathan. Through this platform, they have helped to empower women economically, socially, educationally and even politically. She is married to Alhaji Ibrahim Bakon Gwaggo, the Majidadi of Shinkafi, Zamfara and they are blessed with three children and two grandchildren. She spoke with Tambari.

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Childhood memories

Growing up was not rosy for me because I was not born with a silver spoon in my mouth. I was not even born with a wooden spoon; hence as a result, growing up was really tough. But thank God that, from that grass we have moved to grace.

The fondest memory I have about growing up is on the family that brought me up. We related very properly, we ate from the same plate. All the girls ate from the same plate, and it was the same for the boys. We were friends.

My sisters and brothers were my best friends. Sometimes I wish we could all live together again. We are still friends, but you cannot compare it to the period when we lived together.

I grew up in Birnin Kebbi, Kebbi State, but I am from Imo State. I am the daughter of Nwachinemere 1 of Ejemekuru, Chief (Nze) Stephen Akuta Aruwuonye.

Ejemekuru is an ancient kingdom in Uguata Local Government Area. I was not brought up by my biological parents. I was brought up by the Sarkin Shanun Gwandu in Birnin Kebbi. Right from when I was young, he adopted me has his daughter because his daughter was my friend in secondary school. He adopted me to grow up with his daughter. In fact, he is my father. He trained me and married me out. Whatever I am today, I thank God for it. I also thank him. But he is late now

Ambition as a child

When I was growing up I wanted to be a lawyer. But I did not actualise that dream because when I went to Usman Dan Fodio University, I read Management Studies. When I got married and came to Abuja, I heard that one could read Law on a part-time basis at the University of Abuja. But when I got there, they said that batch was the last on part time in Law. And I could not go for full time because taking care of my kids and working in an insurance company was not easy. Then, I was working in NICON insurance and was at the managerial level. Since I could not leave my job or family to do a full time, I decided to do another course in Business Administration.

Greatest height so far

My greatest achievement is putting smile on people’s faces – those who really need help.

It pains me that my foster parents are not alive to see what I have become. They didn’t wait to see how far their advice and guidance have taken me. However, I feel happy when I hear my 100-year-old biological father say, “If I die today I will die a happy and fulfilled man.” I also feel happy when I call him and he spends at least 10 minutes praying for me. He would hardly allow me to tell him what I actually called him for. I am also happy that I have people who are not related to me but I sent them to the university. Such things put joy in my heart. It is not that I have the whole money in the world, but I will spend the last money I have to put smile on someone’s face.

One day, I was driving around Wuse Zone 3 and I saw men and women who were begging for alms. I asked questions and they told me they were Nigerian retirees (Nigerian pensioners) who had not been paid their retirement benefits after working for the country for about 35 years. I asked myself what I could do to help them. To give them money or food (which I did) would be a short time measure.

Therefore, I thought of what I could do as a long term investment for them. And making sure they got their retirement benefits became a good option. That’s when I decided to be a voice to these people. I started a programme called Pension Matters. It was my personal programme. I was presenting it. I never worked in the TV station before, but I wanted to talk to the Nigerian government about these people. I produced a pilot copy and took it to the NTA and I was given airtime. NTA said they would partner with me on this because it was a fantastic programme. For over eight years now, Pension Matters has been going on.

My role models

In Nigeria, I have a lot of role models who are women.

When I was growing up I always saw the late Laila

COVER INTER VIE W Dogonyaro on television and I told myself I wanted to be like her. I also saw and admired Zainab Maina of the NCWS. These are really great women.

I have always loved to be in the public eye, to do something that would make me impact in the lives of people, especially women. I admire the late Gambo Sawaba. I admire my good friend, Mrs. Nanadi Usman. I admire the First Lady, Dame Patience Jonathan. I have never seen a woman like that before.

Her passion for women in this country is out of this world.

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Combining career, business and family

It’s easy for me to combine career, business and family because I have good time management. I run a conglomerate of about six companies. I call it Positive Influence Group.

Under this, we have the Positive Influence Production, which is the independent production arm of the company, where we produce programmes for radio and TV stations.

We have Dream Factory, which is a technical consult that renders consultancy services. We have a PR consultancy firm, which we call Corporate Event and Consultancy Limited.

I have an insurance firm as well because it’s my passion. With a good team, no arm suffers attention. That is why it is easy for me to juggle between my home, businesses and Women for Change.

Spouse

My husband is the most wonderful man on earth. He always tells me to stand up and not lazy around. Even if it means not taking care of him to achieve that goal he doesn’t mind and doesn’t complain. One thing that keeps working for me is that all my children are grown up. My last child is 17 years old; he will be 18

by February next year. So I don’t have small children that I need to go round taking care of. But for my grandchildren, yes, I occasionally miss them, and when they come I find time to be with them to make sure that they don’t miss me much. I have two grandchildren.

Fashion style

My style is to keep it simple, right, moderate and let it be something that fits. It is not how expensive it is but how it looks good on you.

“I will spend the last money I have to put smile on someone’s face.”

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Every woman should be able to understand her curves, her body language and outfits that look good on her when she wears it. And once you find it, stick to it. I wear all these butterfly gowns. They look glamorous, and I go to any event or office in them. It is my style and statement.

Beauty routine

On my beauty routine, I make sure I don’t sleep with makeup. Sleeping with make-up on is one of the greatest mistakes a woman can make. It adds about 10 years to your age. If you sleep with make-up everyday for a month, you will get older. So removing the make-up is advisable.

But when you are going out, you can put on your make-up. Try as much as possible to clean your make-up before you sleep. Even if you feel lazy, just keep your wipes near your bed and clean before you sleep. But the best thing to do is to wash it. Little make-up, not much, is good. Sometimes, when I go out, people ask me who did my make-up. Once you do a light make-up you will look really good.

Favourite fashion accessory

Jewellery and perfumes are my extravagance when it comes to fashion. My favourite perfume designer is Amouage. Before, it was Chanel and Este Lauder, but now I have discovered something that suits my body and person. Though expensive, it is exactly what I like. For jewellery, I like Paula in Italy. Be it diamond or gold, its Paula. Now, I got a young lady who is my jeweller. But in all, I keep it moderate. There is moderation in everything.

Also, I love veils. It’s my fashion statement anytime. You can’t catch me without a veil. I feel naked without my veils. Anywhere I am, no matter the time “I love veils. or occasion, I am with It’s my fashion my veils. Any where I go, people commend my statement anytime. You veils and ask where I get them. I get my veils from can’t catch me India.

Unwinding

without a veil.

I feel naked without my veils.

Anywhere I am, no matter the time or occasion, I am with my veils.

Any where I go, people commend my veils and ask where I get them.

I get my veils from India.”

My children are my best friends. My eldest daughter can make me dance. When I see her dance, I join, and we will be dancing and singing.

Once in a while, I go out too. Also, I like going to the gym. I go to the gym four times a week, but it’s difficult for me now. If I want to unwind properly, I go to a beauty palour for a spa treatment. From the sauna to steamer, then from the steamer, I get a body and facial massage and then have a good hammam ( Morrocan spa).

Travels

Outside the African continent, the United States of America is my favourite country in the world. When I go to New York, I go to Manhattan, the heart of America. That is it for me.

Within the African continent, I like going to South Africa and Egypt. Also, of recent I went to Ghana, and I was surprised at the Palm Beach Hotel. I enjoyed myself. It was very relaxing and refreshing for me. So, for me it is Ghana now. In Nigeria, give me the Obudu Cattle Ranch any time.

People you would love to meet

The two people I would have loved to meet in life are dead now – Nelson Mandela and Michael Jackson. Some lyrics of Michael Jackson’s songs make me think. He really knew what life was all about. Listen to The man in the mirror. He said if you want to make a change, start from yourself.

Also, listen to, Will you be there? You see me as your brother, you see me as your friend, so will you

be there in the time of storms; and in time of my sorrow and pain, will you be there? According to him, we have the problem of being there for our fellow human beings.

Advice to Nigerian women

My advice is that they should remain focused; they should contribute their quota to the development of the nation.

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We’re filling beauty gaps in homes, offices – Femi Ogunleye Femi Ogunleye is the managing partner of Sense of Smell in Nigeria, which was founded in 2011. He went into the business of selling fragrances to create a good atmosphere in the environment because he wanted Nigerians to imbibe the culture of buying and applying fragrances in their homes and using it in their daily lives to create a long lasting smell and good memory.

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What made you to start this kind of business?

I noticed that in some parts of the country we don’t really appreciate the beauty of luxury in our daily lives.

We feel that luxury has to do with big cars, big houses, as well as relaxing and clubbing, forgetting certain things in life, namely, nice smell and fragrances.

For instance, as an adult I still cannot forget my mother’s cooking, which happened some years ago. And some young ladies will not forget the first perfume they were given by their boyfriend, flowers and other beautiful things. This is because things like these are actually memorable. So that gap is there and it is an opportunity to fill it.

It is good for you to take it home as well because you will not want your home to smell badly. For instance, the smell of jasmine is a signature, just like perfume is also a signature. It gives you a class and sets you apart. I think it is high time Nigerians imbibed such cultures rather than going for expensive things. Even little things make the difference. I think we should begin to encourage people to

start doing things like this.

How challenging was it for you to start this business, knowing that people don’t really appreciate fragrances?

Recently, I told someone that I had my Christmas handbag full of fragrances and candles that have nice scents. She enquired about the price and I told her it was about N12, 000. She screamed, wondering how I could spend that amount of money on fragrances when I could buy rice and chocolates. But I told her it is a new culture that is coming to stay.

Talking about enlightenment, people need to appreciate the benefits and experience it. This is because once you experience it you create memories that will last. It is still new in this part of the country, but some people have started embracing it. Right now, it is a bit difficult, but gradually, we are getting there.

Where do you see your business in the next three to five years?

I see it growing because the market is there, the opportunity is also there and younger demo-graphs are beginning to embrace us. When you look at offices and banks you will see them using candles. Spas are also using it in the bath

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tubs. Even homes use it to create a nice atmosphere of ambience or something nice.

Right now, we are partnering with big supermarkets like Mega Plaza, Lagos, Next Cash and Carry in Abuja, H Medics, the Ground Square. A lot of people are beginning to show interest.

I think the idea is that more people should embrace it. It is good.

What’s your signature fragrance?

Interestingly, we have over 15 different fragrances across all our products.

Concerning candles, diffusers, incenses and other home fragrances, there are a whole lot of different fragrances. So my signature fragrance will depend on my mood and the location. For instance, jasmine is fantastic at night, Merry Memory has a bit of cinnamon, and it is every cozy and good in the room.

Gracious is fantastic in the rest room.

Things like green leaves are in diffusers, refill cans, candles and so many other products.

What are you doing presently?

We are running a promo for the Christmas and New Year season. We started on December 1 and it will be on till January 15. We took 20 per cent discount on all the purchases. Like hampers, it ranges between N12, 000 and N29, 000. We can also customise your hamper basket for you. Just go and check the goods for yourself.

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Glitters Fusion Lifestyle fair thrills Abuja residents Luxury showroom T opens in Abuja

BY Victoria Onehi

BY Eseohe Ebhota

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uxury trend expert, Chinyere Lillian Igwebe, is set to open the doors of her luxury concept retail store, Glitters Luxury Showroom to fashionistas and luxury trend followers in Abuja, the nation’s capital.

The unique concept store stocks a collection of fragrances, accessories, bags, shoes; as well as the season’s ready-to-wear clothing, design objects and luggage from prominent designers like Versace, Fratelli, Alberta Ferretti, Ermanno Scervino and more.

Igwebe says “The luxury market

in Nigeria is rapidly growing and the choice to open a luxury fashion outlet in Abuja will not only put Nigeria on a higher pedestal in the world of luxury retail but would also create jobs, reduce capital flights and raise young entrepreneurs resulting in the emergence of new businesses which will positively affect the economy. It is great that we can be in Nigeria and still enjoy global luxury brands through Glitters”, she said.

The store specifically caters for the cravings of Abuja residents and visitors with a high taste for quality and sophisticated fashion labels.

he Fusion Lifestyle fair may have come and gone, but fashion enthusiasts are still relishing the gains.

Rukkaiya Ali says the event was colourful.

“I enjoyed myself at the show today. It was colourfu and funfilled. There were different vendors for every home item so I did my shopping here today. I am glad that most of the vendors slashed down their prices too.

That gave me the opportunity to shop for many things,” she said.

For Georgina Abu,

a mother of two, her children had fun at the play areas with rides, bouncy castles and Santa grotto. “I was able to do my children’s shopping here, and the children had fun playing, eating and drinking,” Abu said.

About 150 vendors of beauty products, accessories, home wares, children’s cloths, toys and specialised services, gathered at BMO Events Arena to showcase their wares to Abuja residents.

The organiser of the fair, Samaih Oyekan-Ahmed, is a medical doctor cum entrepreneur. The event is the 5th anniversary of Fusion Lifestyle family fair.

Fusion is a quarterly fair held in Abuja and Lagos respectively.

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Fashion in

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BY Aisha Umar-Halilu

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014 has been a memorable fashion year, and we would like to pay tribute to the things that made it all worthwhile. We have the hues, drapes of lovely fabrics, the best of tailoring, details, and most importantly, fashionitas who set the standards and pushed boundaries to create the unforgettable looks. These are some of the bridal wears that stopped the time.

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MEN’S FASHION

Men fashion wish list 2015

BY Pupwaya Timothy Dibal

Just as ladies love to be fashionable, the men are also not left out. They try as much as possible to look good. As this year is gradually coming to an end, and it has also been heated up with a lot of fashionable things, a fashionable man shouldn’t get confused about the coming year. It can be challenging when a man wants to appear fashionable and smart, especially when he wants to showcase the personality he has always wanted to be. This simple guide will make a man to be fully ready for the things ahead.

Shoes

Shoes are intended to protect and comfort the feet. Just as women love shoes, men are not left out; they are also conscious of what they wear. Shoe designs vary from time to time, just as new brands, styles and patterns keep emerging.

Men’s footwear carries extraordinary demand because of its importance. And some stylish shoes for 2015 are already out, including boots, sandals, boats, drivers, loafers and etc. As a man you are expected to wear the right shoes to the right occasion.

Wristwatches

A wristwatch is an essential element to getting a finished look on the wrist. As a man, you often make a clear fashion statement anytime you raise your hand for a time check, depending on quality of wristwatch you are wearing. One of your greatest accessories is a wristwatch. So why not pay attention to styles, designs and trending wristwatches? Brand names like Rolex, Citizen, Weide and Gucci have new watches for the coming year. Casual, elegant and steel waterproof watches will also be in the market. So, go get one and have a durable watch.

Well-tailored cloths

In a world of ever changing fashion trends, knowing what to wear to flatter your shape, skin tone, eye colour and your personality is always a great challenge.

Most men make the mistake of wearing what is in vogue rather than what best fits them. No matter how expensive the cloths are, you will never look good and feel better in them if it doesn’t fit.

All eyes will be on you once you step out in those ill-fitted cloths. So a fashionable man should go for cloths that fit his size. If you are fat, slim, tall or short, look for a good boutique and get the right cloths.

Perfumes and body deodorant One cannot think of going anywhere without applying a perfume or body deodorant, be it a workplace, wedding or party. No one will stand near a man who has a bad body odour.

There are some brands of men’s cologne that last longer, have nice smell and keep you dry. Designers like Calvin Klein is set to release a brand new perfume next year, named Reveal Men, while Prada has Amber Pour Home, and Gucci is Gucci Pour Home.

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I get my fashion ideas from everything – Shehu Usman Shehu Usman, the brain behind Sabali fashion brand, has made name for himself.

He is inspiring young and upcoming fashion designers by organising fashion runway shows in the city of Abuja. He spoke with Tambari on the new phases of his brand and many more.

Where do you get new ideas from?

I thank God for giving me the advantage of a creative mind. My ideas come from everything.

The beauty in anything, from all creations of the Almighty, can inspire me to do something new. One of my main sources of new ideas is people. Fostering regular thoughts on how to satisfy people’s design and comfort needs while steering the right trend and remaining unique pushes my mind to new horizons.

Looking at the rate of unemployed graduates in the country, how many apprentices have you been able to transfer your sewing skills to?

In terms of sewing, I have worked on a few under my brand, but I am more passionate about giving upcoming designers a platform to showcase themselves and gain experience and feedback from a wide range of people in order to steer better towards the right direction. That is why we founded the Sabali Fashion Show. The need for clothing is huge and there is enough market for all fashion designers.

Everyone just has to position their segment properly.

How long does it take you to make one dress?

As an entrepreneur, time is our most valuable asset, so I delegate sewing to my tailors and handle more administrative and managerial roles to build my brand. That way, two very important things get done simultaneously. One day is enough to make a dress.

However, time varies, depending on workload.

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Do you make only male wears or unisex; how do you acquire ideas of latest styles for females?

I make wears for both male and female clients, but I generally focus on men because I am a guy and I like to make what I can wear. Coming up with styles for females is a bit tricky, but being surrounded by my very fashionable sisters: Nafisa, Hadiza, Habiba, Nana and of course, my fashion loving-mother helps me follow female trends and improve on existing styles.

How has the Sabali brand inspired fashionistas?

A lot of young and upcoming designers call me up and tell me how much of an inspiration I am to them. Some do so when they meet me. Things like that keep me going and remind me that I need to succeed, not just for myself, but for those people who look up to me and my brand. Everyone needs hope and inspiration to give them courage to keep paddling the canoe of their dreams.

What are the challenges you face?

For now, I will say that outrageous cost of courier services overseas, reducing the export options, and capabilities of the creative industry, are major challenges.

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What are your main plans for 2015?

Releasing a new shoe collection and unveiling shoes for ladies is on top of the list. It has been a minute since we introduced some new shoes, so I am very excited about that. We are currently working on the designs that I hope to put up for sale in the early weeks of 2015. Another priority is having a bigger and better Sabali Fashion Show in August 2015, by Allah’s amazing grace. At Fashion Café we are also planning a grand launch in January 2015, so that is something to look forward to too. Some big names are expected to fly into Abuja for that, Insha Allah.

Do you feel the Sabali brand is growing in the fashion market? Do you intend to expand it?

Yes, I believe we are obviously not where we were two years ago. I and Munir my brother and co-founder are gearing up to expand to Lagos and overseas within a year, by Allah’s amazing grace.

As an entrepreneur, there is an insatiable hunger for more. In me, this hunger constantly demands progress and expansion.

Where do you see the Sabali brand in some years to come?

I see Sabali available in at least five major locations all over Africa and the world, Insha Allah. I see Sabali as a household name and a beacon of hope for those who are starting from the bottom. I have learned that patience, prayers and hard work are the ingredients for results in every aspect of life.

Patience being a tough virtue to master has come easier for me by watching one of the most patient men I know, including my dad, Alhaji Yakubu Akor.

I am not where I want to be yet, but in my heart and by my sweat, I feel closer every day, Alhamdulillah.

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Inside the first multimillion naira Hausa movie

BY Ibrahim Musa Giginyu

Fans of the much-awaited multimillion Hausa movie, titled Hindu, have been sharing their views on the entertainment sites of the social media. Some are of the view that the movie, when finally released into the market, would trigger change in the industry and redirect its focus, as well as reposition it to a more standard status in the world of entertainment.

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roducer of the movie, Garba Saleh, a retired banker who decided to explore the shores of the Hausa movie industry, has made history as the first producer to produce a movie with such a huge budget. Though new in the movie producing business, Garba believes in changing the industry’s focus from operating a cottage businesslike system to a more reliable and standard business setting that will enjoy recognition worldwide via the production of qualitative movies.

The movie The story was drafted after a series of researches on the life and culture of the Hausa people. The cloths to be used were carefully selected to fit in the era which dated over 100 years back. However, the language itself has been carefully selected and filtered to suit that era. Similarly, the village to be used was built from the scratch to portrait what such communities looked like over 100 years ago to fit in the story line.

“We have made all the necessary arrangements to make the scenario adequately fit for what the Hausa man is known for. After our research we found out that the only place that would suit the story line and give us our desire as a location to shoot most parts of the movie was in Niger State, Bidda Local Government Area, to be precise. We have gone there and made all the necessary arrangements for the movie.

“Building an entire village and finding cloths dated back over 100 years isn’t easy, and to achieve the desired goal we made a huge budget for the movie, to the tune of over N20 million. It could be more

than what we budgeted for the movie, but we hope to make do with this amount for now. Hindu, if I am not mistaken, is the first Hausa movie with such a huge budget,” Garba stated.

Cast Apart from characters like Jamila Nagudu, Adam A. Zango, Fati Washa, Hauwa Waraka, Bala So, the movie is said to have over 350 casts, thereby making it the first Hausa movie with such a huge number of casts. It is also the first Hausa movie that has members of the Nupe movie industry among its cast.

Challenges The producer of the movie stated that in the history of development, every new innovation brought about by individual or group of individuals, there are some people that will definitely find it very difficult to accept and adapt to it due to the conservative nature of some individuals.

It was also gathered that the movie has taken a step in reducing dancing and singing, a decision taken by the movie production team.

Another challenge faced by the production team was that of creating a new village and locating the area that will suit the scenario painted by the story line. The production crew had travelled to various places before finally arriving at Bidda Local Government Area in Niger State.

it is a very busy place, with a production crew of about 70 persons. From the look of things, all the artistes at the location appear to announce, “We are here to work.” At the location, it was activities all through.

According to one of the casts, Hauwa Waraka, the movie production setting differs from others as every invited artiste has been properly taken care of.

“We have no reason to be found wanting. This is because we are well taken care of; our demands are met. We felt secure and happy to be part of a history in the making. I feel like I have never acted in a more resource-committed movie like this one,’’ Waraka said.

Fatima D. Isa, also known as Fati Asirka, who is also part of the cast, said the movie had really brought out a lot of formal arrangement in engaging the services of artistes. She also stated that from the word go; all casts had been seriously committed to their allegiance to what they have signed. According to her, the movie location is the best she had ever been part of.

Directing/editing The movie is being directed by Hassan Giggs, who has directed over 80 Hausa movies. His ability to interpret scripts into meaningful actions has endeared him to a lot of movie producers.

Giggs, who has been in the Hausa movie industry for the past 20 years, started from photography and moved to DOP/editing. He later became interested in cinematography. This led the top ranked director into developing a good relationship with the famous director in the history of the Hausa movie industry, the late Tijjani Ibrahim.

Location A visit to the movie location reveals that

Jameela Nagudu in the movie ‘Hindu’

A scene from the movie ‘Hindu’

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CULTURE

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Tribal body painting

The Culture of Tribal Body Painting B

BY Fatima Hussain Yakasai

ody painting has been a form of art and expression that plays a vital role in different cultures, not only in Africa, but around the world. It can mean so many things to the people involved. The traditional method of painting the body is done as a form of celebration, protection, battle, mourning and many other important events.

During the primitive ages, various tribes used natural painting ingredients, some of which were gotten from clay, chalk and oil. They were applied to the skin with fingers, grass or stick. In the body painting tradition, the colour and paint markings vary, depending on certain occasions.

The most commonly available colours used to be blue, yellow, white and red. These colours could be mixed together to create special patters. Most men, especially hunters would apply bold colours like red (a colour that signifies violence and war) which can be painted in a mask-like pattern to instill fear and scare off predators.

Other prominent examples are the Woodabe tribe of Niger, who are known to apply colours yellow and black on males’ faces during courtship ceremonies. They begin by covering the face with a reddish clay colour, and then, apply yellow paint to the face in a horizontal manner, starting from the forehead to the chin and dab their lips with a black paint. It is said that the yellow colour represents charm and beauty.

In the Omo Valley of Southern Ethiopia are the Mursi tribe who have a history in various body arts. Both men and women become engaged in the rituals of painting the body when the occasion demands. For example, when a child is born, the mother applies white paint on her baby, which becomes a symbol of protection against

supernatural forces.

The Henna art is a type of temporary tattoo practised by some indigenes of Africa, and widely known amongst the populace of India. To the Indians, it is an ancient form of bodily decoration usually performed for weddings and other special occasions. The practice was adapted by the northern masses of Nigeria who also practice it for the same reasons. The Henna is drawn in flowery patters on the palms, legs, thighs, chest, back or any place of choice on the body that will not cause harm.

Body painting has been quite integral, even in today’s modern time. It has evolved from diverse colours to create its own stand-alone art. People around the world travel to Africa to witness the uniqueness and beauty of tribal body painting.

Regular people do it as pass-time entertainment, and as a tourist attraction on carnivals.

“Body painting has been quite integral, even in today’s modern time. It has evolved from diverse colours to create its own stand-alone art.”

A Koro man with body painting

Happy Married Life

Mr Judd-Leonard Okafor and his wife, Halima, after their wedding at St. Louis Catholic Church,Gomwalk road, Jos on November 15, 2014.

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HEALTHY LIVING

BY Victoria Onehi

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ou must have heard health experts say, “Eat more fibre.’’ Do you know why? A high-fibre diet has many benefits. A healthy diet that includes insoluble fibre reduces the risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Also, studies have shown that fibre reduces the blood pressure level, thereby making you have a healthy heart.

Mrs. Sarah Abagai, Head of Dietetics Department, National Hospital, Abuja, spoke on the two types of fibre and the need to eat it.

“We have two types of fibre, and they play their roles in the management of diseases.

We have the soluble and the insoluble. The soluble fibre is the type that absorbs water while the insoluble are gotten largely from vegetables and fruits. This helps in bowel emptying, which is good for everybody. It binds cholesterol and other saturated fats in the gouts and discharges the waste matter alongside the cholesterol. It reduces the transit time in the number of hours waste matters stay in the gouts. The longer waste matters stay in the body, the more risky it becomes in the body. When it stays longer, it begins to petrify, that is, reabsorbs all the toxic things back to the system. When this happens, you begin to hear issues of colon cancer,” Abagai explained.

Dietary fibre is found mainly in fruits, vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Fibre is probably best known for its ability to prevent or relieve constipation. But foods containing fibre can provide other health benefits as well, such as helping to maintain a healthy weight and lowering heart disease.

Dietary fibre, also known as roughage or bulk, includes all parts of plant foods that your body cannot digest or absorb. Unlike other food components, such as fats, proteins or carbohydrates, which your body breaks down and absorbs, fibre is not digested by your body. Instead, it passes relatively intact

Adding fibre to your diet through your stomach, small intestine, colon and out of your body.

Soluble fibre is found in beans, apples, citrus fruits, carrots, while insoluble fibre is found in wheat, nuts, beans and vegetables. Apples, pears, green beans and potatoes, whole grains, couscous, brown rice, wheat bran, nuts, seeds, carrots, cucumbers, celery, green beans, dark leafy vegetables, raisins, nuts, grapes, and tomatoes are good sources of insoluble fibre.

Soluble fiber is associated with lowering LDL (bad) cholesterol, regulating blood sugar, and a lower risk of heart disease and type 2 diabetes.

Most plant-based foods, such as oatmeal and beans, contain both soluble and insoluble fibre. However, the amount of each type varies in different plant foods. To receive the greatest health benefit, eat a wide variety of high-fibre foods.

Benefits of a high-fibre diet Normal bowel movements: Fibre increases the weight and size of your stool and softens it.

Cholesterol level: Soluble fibre found in beans may help lower the total blood cholesterol levels by lowering low-density lipoprotein, or “bad,” cholesterol levels.

Helps control blood sugar levels: In people with diabetes, soluble fibre can slow the absorption of sugar and help improve blood sugar levels.

Aids in achieving healthy weight: High-fibre foods generally require more chewing time, which gives your body time to register when you are no longer hungry, so you are less likely to overeat.

Beans and plantain

Wheat

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Recipe for people with diabetes Unripe plantain pudding with fish / vegetable sauce

INGREDIENTS: • Grated unripe plantain • Vegetables • Chopped tomato / onion / pepper • Cooked sliced carrot or pumpkin • Chopped green vegetables • Garlic • Egg • Fresh or frozen fish • Cooked beans • Cooking oil • Curry powder • Seasoning • Tea or coffee • Evaporated skim milk • Paw paw

QUANTITY: 200g (Approx. *¾ cup) 50g 25g 50g 1 clove 1 30g 2 tablespoon full (optional) 15 mls (1 tablespoonful) ¼ teaspoon 1 cube ¼ cup *1 cup = 250g

METHOD 1. FISH AND VEGETABLE SAUCE • Pour 1 cup of water in a sauce pan and place on the fire.

• Mill the onion / tomato / pepper and add to the water.

• Add the seasoning, chopped garlic and oil, allow to boil for 10 minutes.

• Wash and add the fish, cook for 7 minutes.

• Add the green vegetables and cook for another 3 minutes.

• Remove from the fire and set aside.

2. UNRIPE PLANTAIN PUDDING • Wash, peel and rinse 1 medium plantain.

• Grate the plantain finely and measure 200g into a mixing bowl.

• Break the egg and add the white to the grated plantain.

• Add a pinch of salt and 2 tablespoonfuls of water, beat the mixture until fluffy.

• Pour the mixture onto a broad leaf and wrap.

• Place in a steamer and cook for 10 minutes.

• Unwrap the pudding onto a flat plate, garnish with the cooked carrot or pumpkin slices and beans (optional).

• Serve with the sauce, a cup of tea and fruit serving.

TAMBARI 14TH DECEMBER, 2014

Makeover for the season

BY Aishatu Musa Shallangwa

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ver wonder why some women never go wrong in beauty? Well, it is simple they follow the right beauty tips. It’s the end of the year, so I present you trending guides to help you in making the right choice from your bath to your cream, down to your makeup, as well as the musthave for this season.

Warm/hot bath Who doesn’t want to have a warm bath? It is so refreshing and brings the body back to life, either in the morning or at night. But, just as every good thing has a bad side, warm/ hot bath also has. According to a professional makeup artist, Mrs. Comfort Ibrahim, warm water should not be applied to the face.

If you are using a lightening cream, hot/warm water on the face has a great tendency to cause sun- burn.

So be careful not to hurt or ruin your looks with the use of hot water on the face.

Not forgetting the spa; that’s where the magic exists.

If you could not make it to the spa throughout the past 11 months, please do it this 12th month.

To get rid of all the flakes and dead skin, one needs spa treatment. A beauty treatment to usher you into the New Year is a must-do.

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Make-up As harmattan takes over the weather and several social activities get underway, certainly, you wouldn’t want to attend those events looking shabby and very backward, even in trending apparel. You need to consider hotter garments and a bit of distinctive makeup. For your lips, the red lipstick shades, ranging from splendid reds, profound rose hues, red wine, plum red and hot orange, replace the bare lips, the faint pink, and the cool purple or dark chocolate hues of lipstick.

Those are the trending lipstick hue for this season. It should be hot and trending.

Your lips define your beauty, your eyebrow and your facial foundation, concealer, lose or cake powder enhance your beauty.

Lipstick

The harmattan beauty must-have

Hand/body cream and lip balm

With a lot of sales and discounts going on everywhere, there are lots of things to buy and still save money. But amidst all of these there are things you must have this harmattan season. Have you ever noticed having white arms and ash around your ankle, knee and elbow after rubbing sufficient cream? It is harmattan dryness. Therefore you need these five major harmatan must-have items: your body cream, lip balm, hand cream, foot cream and your hair moisturiser. They should be your harmattan best friends.

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Centrespread

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35,000

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Half Page

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