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Extra Jamila Babuba ‘Breaking out of my shell to improve the lives of women’

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Officer of the Legal Services Department Adamawa State House of Assembly and Gimbiyar Njoboliyo, Jaruma Jimeta & Chika Soro of Adamawa. In her interview, she shares with us her compassion for people, the challenges she has faced and more. Find out all she had to tell inside.

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elcome to another exciting edition of Tambari Extra. This week, we’re revelaing the secrets behind soothing stressed out skin and also, relaxation techniques to put your days of anxiety behind you on the healthy living page and a whole lot more.

On the cover we have Barr. Jamila Babuba, the Legal

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LU X U RY L I V I N G

Pineapple fried rice

by HAFSAH A. MATAZU

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here’s no denying how our food can become boring sometimes, unless it’s given a fun twist every now and then. But pineapple fried rice promises to make a difference with delicious additions for a better improved recipe that everyone will enjoy, no matter the occasion.

Ingredients • 3 tablespoons of soy sauce • 1 tablespoon of sesame oil • 1/2 teaspoon of ginger (minced) • 1/4 teaspoon of white pepper • 2 tablespoons of oil • 2 cloves of garlic (minced) • 1 onion (diced)

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2 carrots (peeled and grated) 1/2 cup of sweet-corn 1/2 cup of peas 3 cups of cooked rice 2 cups of diced pineapple 1/2 cup of diced chicken breast

Peppered assorted meat

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ssorted meat basically means the offals from cow, ram or a goat.

Depending on your preference, you can use a variety of different meats of your choice, such as shaki, cow-leg, kpomo, liver and whatever else you may like.

Ingredients • Assorted meat • 5 red peppers • 4 tomatoes • 2 onions pp • 2 scotch bonnet ppeppers

• Vegetable oil • 4 seasoning cubes • 1 teaspoon thyme • 1 small piece of ginger • 4 garlic cloves (minced) • Salt Direction In a pot, boil the assorted meat with the ginger, half on an onion, 2 seasoning cubes and salt and allow to cook for about 30 minutes. Fry the meat after and set aside.

Blend the peppers, tomatoes, scotch bonnet and onion.

Transfer the blended mixture to a pot and boil until the water has almost dried up.

Meanwhile, in a large frying pan, heat the oil and add the remaining half onion and cook until fragrant and soft.

Add the tomato mix to the oil and stir. Add the remaining bullion cubes, garlic and thyme and fry for about 5 minutes until well done.

Stir in the fried assorted meat and combine well. Enjoy while it’s still hot!

2 spring onions (sliced) Direction Combine the soy sauce, sesame oil, o ginger and white pepper in a bowl and set aside. b Heat the oil in a large pan and add the garlic and onions and a sauté over medium heat until soft s and an translucent.

Add the chicken breast and cook until un nice and brown before adding the th vegetables and pineapple. Then cook for about three minutes co before adding the rice, pineapple and soy sauce mixture and stir well.

Once it is hot and steamy, serve in a halved and pitted pineapple for an even more exotic touch.

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Carrot juice

Carrot juice is a simple, yet refreshing and tasty drink that everyone will love.

Ingredients Carrots ½ lemon Ginger Honey (for optional extra sweetness.)

Direction Wash the carrots and the ginger thoroughly and cut them up so that they can pass easily through the juicer.

Juice the carrots and squeeze in the lemon juice. Stir and add honey to taste.

Chill the carrot juice until ready to serve.

Things you should know before hanging wallpapers

by RAHMA L. ADAMU

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allpapers cover imperfections on the wall, add unique textures and patterns and create a finished wall surface that is difficult to duplicate with paint. But you can make things easier before hanging your wallpapers.

Before other things, make sure all your rolls of wallpaper are the same colour and shade. You can do this by testing them in daylight. You need to consider whether you want to put up lining paper first as it is good for hiding walls that are in a dodgy condition. Vinyl is great for areas with a lot of moisture, such as kitchens and bathrooms. For places that stay dry, such as bedrooms and hallways, it is best to use non-woven papers and fabrics. Order two to four more rolls of paper for waste and overages because mistakes might happen, whether you are a professional or not.

Choose an appropriate pattern for the room. Patterned wallpapers can add a unique theme to any room. If you want to buy a wallpaper with a distinctive pattern, make sure you take care to match up the pattern and avoid clashing.

You can also make the room seem larger by using patterned wallpapers. Use horizontal patterns to make the room seem wider. Use vertical patterns to make the ceiling seem higher.

Leveling is just as critical as any step when hanging your paper. Always make sure your first sheet is perfectly level.

If things aren’t flush when you get to a corner, get out the measuring tape. When installing your paper, air will most likely get trapped in between; but it is okay, don’t panic.

This is typical, and it should go away as the wallpaper settles and the adhesive dries. If it doesn’t, just puncture the bubble with a small pin and gently flatten out the paper with the wallpaper sweep.

Wallpapers are not only perfect for homes, they are good for other types of apartment.

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JAMILA BABUBA // CO V E R

Breaking out of my shell to improve the lives of women

Interview by AMINA ABDULLAHI, YOLA

Jamila Babuba, a lawyer, has worked for 18 years in the Adamawa State House of Assembly. She is a frontrunner in the struggle for the passage of the Adamawa Equal Opportunities Bill, sponsored by the state Ministry of Women Affairs, Social Development and Integrity, in conjunction with the United Nations.

Due to her courage, commitment and dedication to work, she was given three traditional titles – Gimbiyar Njoboliyo, Jaruma Jimeta and Tauraruwa Chika Soro Adamawa. She has declared interest to represent Yola-North/South and Girei in the House of Representatives. In this interview, she shared her story.

Family background come from a family of five. My dad is Malam Wesley Babuba, a retired journalist. He worked in the Adamawa Broadcasting Corporation (ABC), Yola. My mum is Hajiya Asma’u Salimu, a former clerk to the Adamawa State House of Assembly. I am an indigene of Yola-South but was born and brought up in Jimeta. I have worked in the Legal Department of the Adamawa State House of Assembly for 18 years.

Although I was a science student, as God would have it, I have a degree in Public Law (LLB) from the University of Maiduguri, after which I went to the Nigerian Law School, Bwari, Abuja. I was called to the Bar in 2009. I served in the National Assembly, precisely, the Committee on Justice, House of Representatives.

I founded JABU Foundation because I have compassion for helping people. I am presently contesting for a seat in the House of Representatives.

Career background I am not a practising lawyer; however, I represent the Adamawa State House of Assembly in civil suits.

I do some legal al drafting and offer advice generally. I also represent my department in women activities of the UN-Women. n.

Challenges faced in life I have not really faced challenges, but coming out of my shell was a big deal.

Life lessons My life lesson n will be, “Don’t judge a book by its cover.”

Most rewarding ding part of your career I can say that at being called to the Bar is the most rewardingg part of my career. I think it was huge. As a lawyer you understand a lot. I have always said id that if you really want to know much about bout life, you have to study Law firstt before going for some other discipline. cipline. Also, the fact that I havee a Foundation has given me a lot of courage to aspire to represent my constituency in n the National Assembly.

Growing up I was the favourite; avourite; the table was always ys turned to my side. I so much loved my privacy, though ough I had friends. As an introvert, interacting as a child was difficult. But it is not like that anymore.

I now interact with lots of people.

Aspirations as a child I have always aspired to be a beauty queen and a model.

I used to be very slim when I was a child. My mum m told me that when en she gave birth to me, my dad said she had given birth to a baturiya. uriya. While

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growing up I would do things like a model. I do not know how I changed to being a lawyer. I am also into fashion.

Fond childhood memory you miss most I miss being taken care of by my mum.

Top 5 on your wish list The first is to represent my people at the National Assembly. The second is to have a good family and children; then study more and have good friends.

Tell us about your traditional titles Because of the courage and hard work in me, Gimbiyar Njoboliyo was given to me by Malam Jibrilla J. Njome. Jaruma Jimeta was given to me by His Royal Highness Mohammed Inuwa Baba Paris, while the third title was the Chika Soro Adamawa, which was given to me by Alhaji Mohammed Ahmed Mustapha, the Hakimimin Yola. My friends call me a three-star general because of the three titles.

Favourite music I love Rhythm and Blues (R&B), international and Nigerian.

First app you check in the morning and the last before going to bed The first app I check is usually my Facebook. That is where I do some of my political activities, so I have to check who posted what. I also make contacts. m I check my Instagram as a the last app because I post picture pictures and videos there.

Favourite fashion item ite I love jewellery because becau they make a statement, especially when you are fully dressed.

Flats or heels?

I love heels be because its adds to my height. Wearing heels W gives you the th looks you really want.

Most expensive fashion aaccessory My most expensive m fashion accessory is my wristwatch (Rolex wrist Watch is a good one).

What you wouldn’t wouldn be caught wearing I would not want wo to be caught wearing ca my pyjamas; I do not pyja really like li that.

Favourite t r a v e l l i n g

destination I like travelling to Dubai because almost everything is in their malls.

How you relax I relax with my phone. I surf the internet on my phone, searching for new information and all that. I learned to love cooking, too as a way of relaxation.

Favourite quotation My favourite quotation is “destiny.” This life ends easily.

You might say you want to be something, but if you are not destined to get it, it will never happen. Likewise if you are destined to get something you will definitely get it.

Favourite food I love beverages. I do not really like solid food.

Definition of style I dress based on my mood. I do not really go with the vogue. I wear what I feel comfortable in.

Favourite designer I do not have a favourite designer.

Favourite perfume I love Ouds and Euphoria perfume.

Favourite bag and shoe I love Chanel bags and any good shoes like Louboutin.

Mum’s advice that stuck with you She always inspires and motivates me; always wants me to be proactive. I know I am insightful, but she wants me to always be at the forefront of everything. She has helped me tremendously to come out of my shell.

Favorite colour My favourite colour is peach. Pink is a little bit much to me, so I decided to look for a lighter colour; that is how I came about loving peach. I also love the purple colour because it is royal.

TH LIFE ENDS EASILY. YOU MIGHT THIS SAY YOU WANT TO BE SOMETHING, BU BUT IF YOU ARE NOT DESTINED TO GE GET IT, IT WILL NEVER HAPPEN TAMBARI SUNDAY, JUNE 24, 2018

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SOCIETY NEWS Compiled by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

Oluwo of Iwoland donates billions worth of medical equipment Oba Abdulrasheed Adewale Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwoland donated medical equipment worth about N1.5billion to the hospitals in his community, Iwo. This was done in collaboration with the Nigerian Association of Young Adults of Canada.

He made the generous donation as a move towards promoting and supporting the health sector in Iwo and the indigenes of Osun state as a whole.

The presentation ceremony had many important persons in attendance with the delegation led by the governor of Osun state, Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola represented by Dr, Rafiu Usamont, the commissioner for health, a representative of the Nigerian Association of Young Adults of Canada, Mr. Sola Agboola, the princes of Iwo led

by Aremo Adelani and Chief Oosa Yekin Orobimpe who led the other chiefs to the event amongst others.

I WOULD NOT WANT TO BE CAUGHT WEARING MY PYJAMAS Favourite car I love Range Rover Evoque Favourite sport I love aerobics Favourite day of the week I love Fridays because I always come a little bit closer to the creator.

Role models My mum is my role model because of her achievements. I also admire Hajiya Maisaratu Bello (Zinariya Jimeta) because of her courage; and Bianca because of her beauty and sense of fashion.

Beauty routine I am into personal care. And the fact that my skin glows is nature, I think. I love makeup, though my friends tell me that I look more beautiful without wearing makeup.

What I will tell a younger me I will tell my younger me to be up and doing, to be able to take the bull by the horn no matter whose ox is gored, and be more serious.

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Hauwa Indimi is set to marry her beau Muhammad Yar’adua in July

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illionaire oil mogul and philanthropist, Mohammed Indimi, is set to give out his daughter, Hauwa next month to Muhammad Yar’adua, the son of the late NNPC boss, Abubakar Yar’adua.

They recently released some of their pre-wedding pictures on social media.

A few months back, the introduction ceremony took place between the two families with a date rumoured to be set for some time soon.

The wedding will be taking place at the Maiduguri residence of the Indimis. Congratulations to the bride and groom to be!

Black Panther star reps Nigeria at MTV Movie & TV Awards Black Panther star, Winston Duke, who played the role of fan favourite ‘M’Baku’ attended the 2018 edition of the MTV Movie & TV Awards that took place in California, USA, wearing the Nigerian tracksuit, one of the recently released pieces of the collection by Nike.

He rocked the green and black ensemble for the event which also took place the same day as the match played by Nigeria and Croatia in Russia.

It is also recalled that in the movie, Duke channeled the Igbo culture into his character to widespread acclaim.

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TRENDS STYLE FASHION

Five ways to help calm stressed skin

by RAHMA L. ADAMU

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e have all felt it - that week when everything isn’t just falling into place as it should, when you can’t even pull your own weight; it’s like a negative force. If you experience stress over a prolonged period of time, your brain sends a signal to the nervous system to go into a ‘fight or flight’ mode.

Then we release hormones and chemicals into the bloodstream. It has a direct effect on the way the skin functions, which fast-tracks aging. We get acne often, our skin gets easily irritated and we start to appear dull. appe There are

few guaranteed ways to erase the signs of stress from your skin. Indulge yourself over the weekend with these easy at-home tricks and your skin will look refreshed and radiant by Monday morning. As a bonus, you will feel more relaxed too.

Use a gentle facial cleanser: Do not aggressively cleanse your skin with harsh skincare products; instead, reach for a gentle cleansing option like micellar water, which is powered by tiny oil molecules that lift dirt, oil and makeup up away from the skin.

Use a mois moisturizer for sens sensitive skin: If you have stre st re stressed your sen sensitive skin, it’s time to get a moisturizer m for both day an and night.

Yo You can also st store some aaloe vera in tthe fridge

for a cool treatment for your skin. It does to your skin what water does to your body on a sunny day.

Feed your skin: Technically, omega fatty acids and rich foods like salmon, or nuts like almonds and fruits like avocados, can help deliver essential nutrients and restore your skin. Don’t forget to have your eight glasses of water.

Drink green tea: It is said that a cup of green tea a day keeps the blotchiness at bay. Green tea’s antiinflammatory properties can be soothing. The epigallocatechingallate (EGCG) in green tea may help prevent the collagen destruction that leads to wrinkles. Consider subbing tea for your morning mug of coffee.

Kill the stress: Identify what is causing you stress. When you slip into a period of extreme stress, try as much as you can to eliminate it. Talk to a friend, watch a movie and find your Zen.

With additional information from the internet

DID YOU KNOW... THAT STRESSED SKIN CAN LEAD TO BREAK OUTS?

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

By HAFSAH A. MATAZU or most of us, relaxation means lying down in bed or sleeping after a long and stressful day. But little do we know that this only helps relieve physical exhaustion and not mental.

Your mind needs a way to help fight anxiety and stress associated with your day to day activities, and the only way to do that is by ensuring you engage yourself in the right relaxation techniques suited for you.

According to Dr. Aisha Adama of Nisa Hospital, Abuja, engaging in relaxation regularly will help in regulating your heart rate and breathing, stabilising your blood pressure, relaxing

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Relaxation techniques to help relieve anxiety your muscles and ensuring adequate blood flow to your brain.

But since our bodies function differently, some relaxation techniques may work for you and others might not. By the time you figure out what works best for you, you will notice positive changes in yourself that will improve your life overall.

Deep breathing: This is a basic and yet simple method of relaxation with instant effects. It is a quick way to

keep your anxiety and stress levels in order. You can also combine this with some calm music in the background to further enhance the relaxation exercise.

Meditate: Meditation is a process of engaging your mind in calm and positive thoughts while shutting yourself out from the outside world. It is also very effective and allows you to expel any thought that may be stressing you out or causing the anxiety you may be feeling at that moment in time.

Exercise: Not only are you doing your body a huge favour by exercising, you are also de-cluttering your mind at the same time. Running, swimming, jogging and even dancing can do the trick.

Whatever exercises your comfortable with, stick to it and make it a routine. You won’t regret it.

Yoga: Join a yoga class and try your best to attend at least three times a week. Practising this calming exercise will help stabilise your mind, body and soul. It is one of the secrets to an anxiety-free life.

Go to the spa: Everyone deserves some ‘me time’ and the spa gives you the perfect opportunity for just that.

Pick out a spa date every weekend and enjoy a relaxing massage to help relieve the tension your body and mind may be feeling. Even a nice hammam bath or a facial can do wonders. Use the day to spoil and pamper yourself.

Your body deserves it.

With additional information from the internet

TAMBARI SUNDAY, JUNE 24, 2018

Dr. Nathaniel Adewole,

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OVARIAN SURGERY AND UTERUS

HELP! I have ovarian cyst that hurts so much.

I was told it may damage the womb if care is not taken during surgery and I want to have a baby.

Sakina Surgery for ovarian cyst has nothing to do with the womb otherwise known as uterus. They are two separate organs. Only occasionally when there are a lot of adhesions could there be minimal interference. Now since the ovarian cyst is giving you so much pain, it’s probably a complication probably due to torsion. In this case, immediate operation is advisable. If action is not taken early it can become dangerous and lead to the removal of the whole ovary during operation.

Kindly see a Gynaecologist as soon as possible.

LOST THE FIRST PREGNANCY AND NOW DIFFICULT TO CONCEIVE

I am 27 years old and I live in Adamawa. I got married in March 2015 and I got pregnant but I suffered during the pregnancy. It took me 10 months before I delivered through caesarean section (CS) because the baby died in my womb.

Since then I have not conceived again. Please doctor help me. I have done many scans and the result is the same - everything is ok the only problem is this Adnexa POD. There is poor interface between the uterine wall and adnexa with moderate fluid collection in the POD. Maimuna, Adamawa You need complete fertility work up since you have waited for almost two years or more for another pregnancy.

Let me also emphasize that couples should realize that normal pregnancy is forty weeks or nine months one week. Allowing pregnancy to stay for ten months is not healthy especially for the baby. Allowing the baby to stay in the womb for about forty two weeks or more is like leaving a well ripe mango on the tree without plucking and should be avoided.

You and your husband should see a Gynaecologist for examination, investigations and treatment. When you becomes pregnant please ensure you registers for antenatal and abide by the obstetrician’s counsel.

IS THIS NORMAL?

We have been married for four years now and my wife had a miscarriage three and half years ago. Now she is about six weeks pregnant. She complains of weakness, tiredness, vomiting and sleepiness. Please are all these normal? What do we need to do to prevent miscarriage again?

Salifu, Jalingo I will say congratulations first. All the symptoms you described are normal symptoms of early pregnancy. You did not state how many weeks the pregnancy was before the miscarriage so it’s difficult to guess the cause.

What I will advise you to do is to take your wife to see an obstetrician for proper assessment and counseling.

DIABETES MELLITUS IN PREGNANCY

I am seven weeks pregnant now but my blood sugar today was 10.9mmol. I’m currently on Glucophage and one other drug. Please what do I do? I had miscarriage early last year at four months. Habibatu, Kaduna You have diabetes mellitus in pregnancy. At this sugar level you have to be admitted and the oral hypoglycemic drug you are taking should be stopped and converted to insulin injection. You have to be maintained on insulin throughout the pregnancy.

Proper glucose control is important to avoid compliance like polyhydramnios, macrosomia and sometimes intra uterine fetal death. You must also see a dietitian for counseling on diabetic diet.

Concerning the miscarriage at four months, you have to be assessed for cervical incompetence and if necessary, steps taken by doing cervical cerclage