Tambari

28th December, 2014

Tambari SUNDAY TRUST

For the woman of style

2014 WEDDINGS: The people, designs and places

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CHOOSING NATURAL SUGARS

Amina Shamaki ‘An incident made me

become a Medical Doctor’

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C.o.n.t.e.n.t.s COVER:

‘An incident made me become a Medical Doctor’ >>> PAGES 4, 5, 6

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Fashionista:

2014 Wedding Asoebi of the season

2014 weddings: The people, designs and places >>> PAGES 7, 8, 9, 10

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Men’s Fashion:

African inspired

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Hello Readers,

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

Healthy Living: Choosing natural sugars

Email: tambari@dailytrust.com Telephone: 0803 701 3302

his edition is special to us for two reasons. First, it’s our last edition for the year; hence we are taking stock of some special events and people that made it worthwhile.

Secondly, we decided to take a look at the 2014 weddings - the people, places and designs that made it glamorous. Weddings are really special days in people’s lives, so we took note of unique things that different people did to make theirs a memorable day. Flip through pages 7-10 to catch a glimpse of it.

As the year rounds off, we thank our ardent readers for being there and following through. We appreciate your readership, phone calls, text messages and comments.

It has helped to strengthen us and keep us on track. Let’s do it again in 2015 and beyond.

Our personality this week is Amina Muhammadu Bello Shamaki. Merry Christmas and a prosperous year ahead!

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FASHIONISTA

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2014 Wedding Asoebi of the season

Maimuna Almakura’s wedding

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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Iman Almakura

ost weddings that took place in 2014 didn’t only focus on the outfits of the bride; the bridal train also showcased the best fabrics and style. Although the concept of asoebi is that friends of the bride wear same fabric, beauty is defined when creativity and style in these outfits make them stand out, adding colour to the wedding ceremony.

Zaitun

Fatima Kam Salem’s wedding

Amni Kam Salem

Habiba Shamaki

Bilkisu

Hadiza Kam Salem

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COVER INTER VIE W

Despite social inhibitions, my father gave us good education INTERVIEW BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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mina Muhammadu Bello Shamaki, who hails from Jega town in Kebbi State, was born in April, 1960, into the family of the Sarkin Kebbi of Jega, Alhaji Muhammadu Dodo. Her father, Muhammadu Bello Dumbego, Dodo’s eldest son, was the district head of Dumbego before he eventually became the Sarkin Kebbi of Jega.

Dr. Amina started her early education at Turaki Primary School, Sokoto but rounded off at Mayamma, where she lived with her maternal grandparents. She was the only pupil from her town who passed the entrance examination as she was admitted into the Federal Government College, Odogbolu in Ogun State, where she had her secondary education in 1973.

Thereafter, she moved to the then Sokoto State University for preliminary studies from 1978 to 1979, after which she got admitted into the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Zaria in 1979 to read Medicine. She graduated in 1984. She did her internship at the then Sokoto University Teaching Hospital, after which she was posted to Lagos State for the compulsory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) programme. Her place of primary assignment was Global Clinic at Etiosa Local Government Area.

In 1990, she went for a postgraduate study in Radiology at the Lagos State University Teaching Hospital. In 1995, Dr Amina also went abroad for one year training at the Bristol Royal and Family. Thereafter, she got her Fellowship of West African College of Surgeons in 1996.

To widen her intellectual horizon, she went further to obtain a postgraduate diploma in Business Administration at the Abuja University in 2005. She also obtained a master’s degree in Business Administration in 2009. In 2011, Amina attended the prestigious National Institute of Policies and Strategic Studies in Kuru, Jos. This is in addition to other courses she attended. Dr. Amina is currently the permanent secretary, Special Duties, under the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation. She spoke to Tambari about her career, aspirations and many more

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Career

After my internship at the Sokoto University Teaching Hospital in 1984, I worked for few years at the Federal Civil Service Commission, where I was posted to the Ministry of Defense. Thereafter I went to the Army Medical Corps, and I did my primary assignment at the Military Hospital, Creek, Awolowo Road, Lagos where I became a female medical officer in 1990. While I was there, in 1997, the State House Clinic requested for me in secondment, to open up their Radiology Department, both in Lagos and Abuja. Also, in 1998, the National Hospital, Abuja, needed specialists, including radiologists to open up the hospital, which was built by the then First Lady, Mrs. Maryam Abacha under the National Hospital for Women and Children, so in the public interest I worked in the hospital in secondment up till 2009 when my services were transferred to the Federal Ministry of Health. On resumption I headed the teaching hospitals under the Hospital Services Department from 2009 to 2010. I later became the head of Regulations and Professional Schools Division of the same department.

In 2011, I went to the NIPSS in Jos, and when I came back I was appointed the head of the Defunct National Tertiary Hospital Commission as the acting executive secretary. I later move back as the head of Hospital Services Department. It was from there I was appointed a permanent secretary at the Federal Civil Service in October 2014. Currently,

COVER INTER VIE W before then, during my secondary school days, I had a divided mind. I wanted to read Chemical Engineering or Medicine, so when I was filling my form for A Levels, I decided to fill in the two courses. But along the line, I met a friend who was reading Medicine at the time, he encouraged me, and after my A Levels I was offered Medicine. So I will say that willingness, encouragement, destiny

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years after her demise. My father, who believed in education, ensured that all of his girls went to school despite environmental and societal inhibitions. He encouraged us; and we give glory to Allah.

Best part of my job

I enjoy Medicine so much because whatever you do on your own, you can always put in your

“A number of things made me to become a medical doctor. The first one was an unfortunate incident that happened. My mother had a reaction to a drug she took during our holidays while I was in secondary school, she died in the process. “ I am the permanent secretary, Special Duties under the Office of the Head of Civil Service of the Federation.

Choosing a career

A number of things made me to become a medical doctor. The first one was an unfortunate incident that happened. My mother had a reaction to a drug she took during our holidays while I was in secondary school, she died in the process. As a child, I was interested in knowing what went wrong, so I said to myself that whatever happened I should be able to do something or learn how to safeguard others against such unfortunate incident. That was one of the reasons I went to read Medicine. But

and an incident in my life combined to make me become a medical doctor today.

What I miss most about your mother

My dear mother was called Fatima Yarfarin Aliyu. My parents happened to be first cousins.

I miss that motherly love and care. The love of a mother cannot be explained, especially when you are just transiting from childhood to adolescence when you need to be guided in many aspects of life. My father did his best, and that is why we call him both a mother and a father. But it cannot be the same. Actually, my mother left five girls and a boy behind. Unfortunately, the boy died some

best. You can also manage your patients and put in your best, as well as add quality in whatever you are doing. Administration is also interesting, but you need a lot of cooperation from people in order to achieve results. So I enjoy Medicine more.

Fondest memories

I remember how my father, as a teacher, would carry me to school as a child, even before I started school. That was the reason why I enrolled in school early.

I also enjoyed my stay with my grandmother in Mayamma. She was a disciplinarian, but she also knew how to get you close. There, life was not only about going to school; we would also go to the farm.

And we would go in group because there were so

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Dr. Amina Shamaki and her daughter, Habiba

many grandchildren around. Also, there could be up to 20 of us eating from one big bowl, and the soup would finish by the time you take one mould of the food. Another aspect I will never forget is my father’s discipline. He brought us up in a way that the whole day was occupied.

We had no time to play. Every hour had its purpose. He taught us the Quran himself.

In the morning he would teach us and everybody must recite his or her own.

Anyone who failed to recite may not have breakfast. It was a way of making you show determination in whatever you were doing. Today, we have put what he taught us into practice.

What I took after my dad

I think it is the disciplinarian posture. You know that people don’t like discipline. Even my children will say I am overorganised and do not have compassion when it comes to justice. And I will say that is the way it is. meant to be

How I relax

interesting. Service to humanity is medicine, but the humanities are even more because they guide your interaction with people.

that it is not easy to manage husband, children and career, especially with school in-between.

How I met your Motherhood husband experience That’s very interesting. I met my husband in 1978

“Another My first experience as in a friend’s house when I went to visit her. We were a mother was during my of the same age, but she was married. When I was aspect I will housemanship. I didn’t going, her husband’s friend, who eventually became even know I was pregnant my husband, dropped me in school but didn’t say never forget even though I was a doctor. anything to me. Rather, he went back to meet his Pregnancy was very eventful. friend and said he wanted to marry me. But as is my father’s have three children, two destiny would have it, he went to ABU for a degree discipline. He Idaughters and a son; and by programme while I was there reading Medicine. But the special grace of Allah nothing came between us until I graduated. brought us up they are all doing well in their fields. in a way that Definition of fashion My children say I am not fashionable, but I love the whole day Combining to appear modest. was occupied. motherhood holiday spots We had no and profession Favourite Most of the time when I take my leave, I prefer to I must say that my husband go home to Jega. And when I go home I seem to do time to play. has been very supportive. He more work because there will be lots of activities. his meals prepared by There are always many people to interact with, so I Every hour had likes me, so I wake up early to cook. don’t get to rest when I go home.

Fortunately, at the Creek its purpose.”

Hospital we were closing at

I enjoy cooking. I also love to read books. I read vastly to acquire knowledge in different fields. And I have discovered that the humanities are more

2.30 pm. I would pick my children from school and go home to cook for them, except if I were on call. I would also take the children to a Quranic school. When my husband was transferred to Port Harcourt I got an opportunity to do my postgraduate course, and by the time he came back in 1995 I was already rounding off. The truth is

Legacies

I want to touch the lives of people and leave behind a mark that people will emulate. I always say that God created human beings to take care of one another. Sometimes I tell my medical colleagues that our profession is a great privilege to take care of human beings.

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WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA

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By PM-Pro

By House of Tara

By PM-Pro

The Make-up

By PM-Pro

2014 weddings: The people, designs and places

BY Victoria Onehi and Mulikatu Mukaila

Wedding ceremonies are special moments in people’s lives. Let’s take you through the weddings, people, designs and places that made a mark in 2014.

By Jide of St. Ola

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ne of the things that make brides outstanding on their D-day is makeup. A fresh face made up will always catch the fancy of onlookers.

Several makeup artists and products have helped to attain that goal. Now, there are lipsticks brides can use, which will not stain glasses or rub off easily even when they kiss their spouses.

Also, there are makeup products that can last the bride all through the day without touchups.

Tops amongst makeup artists that helped create these looks are Banke Mashida-Lawal of BM Pro, Tara Durotoye of House of Tara, Jide of St Ola, amongst others. Here are their works.

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imple or extravagant, wedding cakes are always important in weddings. Modern wedding cakes are exotic and show stopping, making you to want a bite.

The cake designers have infused so much creativity to the designs that they add colour and glamour to the event. Cupcakes have also become popular in many events. Cakes by Tosan in Lagos, Royal Cakes in Port Harcourt, Cupcakes Cuties in Abuja and cakes by chocolate are some of the prominent names in this business.

The Cakes

2014 weddings: The people, designs and places

Faith Sakwe’s wedding cake was one of the outstanding ones. It was a nine-tier embellished cake with Nigeria’s colour.

The most dramatic wedding of the season

M Jibrin Abdulmumini and Maryam Augie

aryam and Jibrin Abdulmuminis’ wedding, which recently took place in the city of Abuja/Birinin Kebbi respectively, could simply be described as dramatic. From the wedding fatiha in Birnin-Kebbi to the kamu and the sa laile, every event had its own taste. The climax was the wedding dinner, which was held in the Harrow Park, Abuja. In beach-like scenery, the documentary of the couple was aired and the couple in a show of love stood up to express their love to each in an open letter read to one another. Guests were thrilled as this was unconventional in many Nigerian wedding settings.

Female vocalist, Omawunmi, and R&B singer, Timi Dakolo, also wowed the guest by their performances.

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Aisha and Mustapha’s wedding by George Okoro

By George Oshodi

Abba Atiku and Mariana Saleeby Velile

By Udum GG photography

This picture from President Goodluck Jonathan’s daughter’s wedding will definitely take your breath away. Faith wedded her heartthrob, Godswill Edward traditionally on April 5, 2014 in Bayelsa, while the white wedding took place on April 12 in Abuja.

The photography

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eddings are about creating and keeping lasting memories; and photography helps to achieve this purpose. There are many young and talented men and women who have created a niche for themselves in photography. They have helped couples have a special memory of their special day.

We cannot help but mention George Okoro and George Oshodi who captured most of the society weddings of 2014. Their pictures tell the story.

The Decor

2014 weddings: The people, designs and places

By Oaken Decor

By Blue Velvet

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his year, event managers took weddings to another level with extraordinary decor. The wedding venues were a sight to behold. From beautiful chandeliers to lovely fabrics draped to create a beautiful ambiance, the halls sparkled and added colour to the events. In Abuja, Hydledzira Laushi’s Blue Velvet Marquee was host to some of the weddings.

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WEDDING EXTRAVAGANZA

Wedding dress of the season

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isha Dangiwa’s wedding dresses made waves among fashionistas as it was described as a fairy tale wedding dress of the season. Aisha, who had her wedding in March 2014, had several amazing dresses on the roll. The yellow dress she wore was made by Mardini Couture in Dubai, while the rest of her wedding regalia were made by Bouderie Apparel.

2014 weddings: The people, designs and places Aisha and her husband, Mustapha

President Jonathan’s daughter, Faith Sakwe, made history in Nigeria by wearing the wedding gown with the longest train. It might not be the longest in the world, but sure the longest ever in Nigeria. The dress was designed by Milanoo Wedding Dresses.

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WOMEN’S HEALTH

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

MARRIED FOR FOUR YEARS WITHOUT A CHILD My doctor operated me for fibroids.

But after the operation I was told it was adenomyosis. I am 41 years old and married for four years without a child. I asked why he did not remove it, but he could not give me a satisfactory explanation. What is this? Can I still have a child?

Sandra, Makurdi.

Adenomyosis occurs when the endometrial tissue that lines the uterine cavity and produces menstruation is inside the uterine muscle. If it is located outside the uterus like abdominal cavity, ovary it is called endometriosis.

Adenomyosis makes the uterus big like fibroids, and a lot of times, it has been mistaken for fibroids prior to operation. Because the endometrial tissue is inside the uterine muscle they do present severe dysmenorrhea during menses. The bleeding may be heavier than normal.

Unlike fibroid that can be removed easily, adenomyosis cannot be handled the same way because one would have removed almost the whole of the uterus, if not all. The only exception is when the adenomyosis is well localised.

The real treatment and curative is to remove the uterus, but the challenge to this is this type of scenario. Frankly speaking, at this age the best is for assisted conception therapy. Also, you must bear in mind that the success rate is lower in patients with adenomyosis.

PROBLEM OF ERECTILE DYSFUNCTION I have been having premature ejaculation. Can you prescribe a drug for me? I have a problem of erectile dysfunction or weak erection. What can I take?

Silas, Kaduna The two conditions need to be investigated to rule out things like diabetes. Undue stress must be avoided. Check the type of medication you are taking now, if any.

For premature ejaculation, understanding between partners psychologically might help.

With the two conditions, one might need to see an urologist.

CAN I FIRM UP MY BREASTS?

I am 20 years old and never met a man. I have a saggy set of breasts. What is the cause? What can I do to firm up my breasts?

This is just nature, not what you have done or not done. The most important thing is, don’t lose your self confidence.

Also, appropriate dressing will not allow this to be obvious in public.

When you are older or financially empowered, you can go for plastic surgery on the breasts if you want.

“Adenomyosis makes the uterus big like fibroids, and a lot of times, it has been mistaken for fibroids prior to operation.”

CAN SUGAR CANE TREAT HEPATITIS?

I and my wife have been diagnosed with Hepatitis B. The doctor placed us on Livolin Forte tablets and said we should not eat any proteinous food. He advised us to always take enough sugar cane. Can this treat Hepatitis B? Barnabas, Adamawa.

Are you sure you understand the message of your doctor? Protein is the building block for immunity in the body, so the necessity and importance of protein cannot be overemphasised in growth and protection. Low protein and high carbohydrate diet is only advisable during the active phase of hepatitis infection. Too much sugar cane can be dangerous to your health.

Steps need to be taken to avoid long term complications like liver cirrhosis and hepatocellular carcinoma in some of the affected individuals.

What you need to do is to see a gastroenterologist for further test, such as Hepatitis B core antigen test, among others. After this, drugs can be prescribed.

Meanwhile, continue the Livolin Forte, but definitely, you need to eat protein. One of the reasons is that protein is essential as a building block for immunity in the body. Excessive sugar cane is not of proven benefit.

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

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MEN’S FASHION

Models for Sabali

African Inspired

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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frican-inspired tops are a must-have in your wardrobe. They make a statement in a subtle but stylish way. The good thing is that they can be paired with your jeans and chinos trousers, which give you a classy look.

Happy Married Life Haruna Ibrahim and Adama Mahmoud Hamman during their wedding in Zaria on November 29, 2014.

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HEALTHY LIVING

Choosing natural sugars

BY Victoria Onehi

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s the year winds down, one habit to let go is the consumption of so much sugar. Reducing sugar intake has been advised by health experts over and over again.

According to the World Health Organisation (WHO), diets high in added sugars may increase your risk of cavities, obesity, diabetes and chronic diseases. Sugary foods often displace healthier foods in the diet, limiting the consumption of essential nutrients.

During festive periods, many people go off-guard and eat more of sweet foods. But this is a warning from a diabetic facilitator and educator, Mrs Nkiruka Vivian Oradiegwu-Okoro: “Limit your intake of sugary foods because it increases the calories you have; and that will lead to obesity, which is a risk factor for type 2 diabetes.

And for people who love to drink alcohol and soft drinks, you have to keep safe drinking limit. If you

have diabetes in your origins, you have to know how to eat right. And by eating right you have to combine your meal in a certain way to reduce the increase of your blood sugar.”

Sugars are naturally present in healthy foods such as fruits and lowfat dairy products, or they may be added to foods during processing.

Sugars you should limit in your diet are the added sugars, which provide you with calories but few beneficial nutrients. Added sugars are present

“Sugars are naturally present in healthy foods such as fruits and low-fat dairy products”

in soft drinks, sodas, sugary fruit drinks, sweets, ice cream, cakes, candy, pastries and table sugar.

According to Oradiegwu-Okoro, due to the high calories in chinchin, cake, meat pie, buns, puff-puff, eat them in small quantity. “You can have healthier snack options like nuts, garden egg, apples, avocado pear. If you have to eat the unhealthy snacks, please eat very little portions,” she advised.

If you follow a healthy meal plan, you will get the right amount of natural sugars in your diet.

Natural sugars are found in fruits, vegetables, whole grains, legumes, milk, nuts and seeds. According to health experts, men who eat 2,600 calories a day should aim at 2 cups of fruits, 3.5 cups of vegetables, 9 cups of grains, 6 cups of highprotein foods, 3 cups of dairy foods and 8 teaspoons of oil each day.

Instead of sugar, take honey in small quantity.

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aking a few adjustments to your diet can help you cut down on unnecessary sugar consumption: Reduce the sugar you add to hot drinks. Do this gradually to give your taste buds time to adjust. Try adding a sprinkle of cinnamon to coffee or tea.

Cinnamon helps stabilise blood sugar levels and adds flavour without the sweetness.

Avoid low-fat ‘diet’ foods which tend to be high in sugar. Instead, have smaller portions of the regular versions.

• Be wary of ‘sugar-free’ foods. These often contain synthetic sweeteners like sucralose, saccharin and aspartame. Although these taste sweet, they don’t help curb a sweet tooth, so

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ow-fat and ‘diet’ foods often contain extra sugar to help improve their taste and palatability, as well as add bulk and texture in the place of fat.

Even savoury foods like ready-made soups and sauces may contain added sugar.

A can of soft drink, on average, contains the equivalent of seven teaspoons of sugar.

they tend to send confusing messages to the brain, which can lead to over-eating.

• Balance your carbohydrate intake with lean protein like fish, chicken and turkey - protein foods slow stomach emptying, which helps manage cravings.

• Swap white bread, rice and pasta for wholegrain versions like whole meal breads, wheat and brown rice.

• Stick to one glass of fresh fruit juice a day (or dilute it) and keep sweet soft drinks on a minimal level. Enjoy herbal teas or water with slices of citrus fruits.

Source: bbcgoodfood.com

Honey

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Alheri Chindo wins at the Transcorp Kitchen programme L-R: Rose Ode, Amina Yusuf, both Hilton Kitchen Apprentices finalists, Executive Chef Rodolphe Medard and Alheri Chindo, the overall best graduate of the Hilton Kitchen Apprentice Programme at the graduation ceremony of the 2012 to 2014 class, held at Transcorp Hilton, Abuja recently.

BY Adie Vanessa Offiong

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t the grand finale of the 20122014 Transcorp Hilton Kitchen Apprenticeship programme, Alheri Chindo, 29, beat four males and three other female contestants to emerge the best cook in the competition.

Following closely were Amina Yusuf and Rose Agbenu Ode in second and third places respectively.

As is the practice, Chindo was automatically

employed by the hotel as the other seven finalists were rewarded with various consolation prizes.

In her response, Chindo said, “I simply love cooking. I only cooked at home, but when I came here, I put my all and I got this. I thank Transcorp Hilton for building young people.”

General Manager, Transcorp Hilton, Abuja, Mr. Etienne Gailliez, who received guests at the Zuma Kitchen, venue of the competition, said the

programme was a demonstration of the hotel’s commitment to the Hilton Worldwide’s Corporate Social Responsibility philosophy.

“One of the philosophy’s areas of focus is creating opportunities. We have, through this programme, been able to create bright futures for our youths by helping them reach their full potentials and providing them career pathways for continued personal growth,” he said.

COMPILED BY Victoria Onehi

Agbani Darego turns 31 F ormer Miss World and one of the most popular models, Agbani Darego, turned 31 on December 22, 2014.

Darego became famous when she became the first black lady to win the Miss World beauty pageant. She won the crown at the age of 18.

The Rivers State-born model was rewarded by the country and given the prestigious award of Member of the Order of the Federal Republic (MFR).

Darego has since grown in leaps and bounds.

Since she ventured into modelling, she has worked with several international fashion houses such as Oscar de la Renta, L’Oreal, Dior, Avon, Tommy Hilfiger, Ralph Lauren; and photographed in high-end fashion publications like Vogue, Elle and Marie Claire.

She recently launched her fashion line, AD

by Agbani Darego.

Agbani Darego

Nigerian designers start 2015 on a good note

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Model for T.I Nathan

igerian designers are prepared to start 2015 on a good note.

Fashion brands like Grey, Orange Culture, Lamisigo, Kenneth Ize and T.I Nathan will be at the British Fashion Council exhibition at the London Fashion Week.

The annual exhibition will take place at Brewer Street Car Park in London during the London Fashion Week between

February 20 and 24. The Nigerian designers will join over 100 other emerging designers from 30 countries around the world in the largest public fashion exhibition early next year.

Now in its fourth year, the first collaboration between the British Council and the British Fashion Council is the only BFC initiative which is open to the public during the London Fashion Week, allowing

you a first glimpse of some of the most exciting new international designers.

Five designers from Nigeria - including the Lagos Fashion Week Young Designers alumni, Kenneth Ize and Adebayo OkeLawal, the designer behind LVMH Prize shortlisted label, Orange Culture - will present men’s and women’s wear collections that reinterpret the fabrics, print and shapes of the Nigerian traditional costume.

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