Tambari

30th November, 2014

SUNDAY TRUST

Tambari For the woman of style

Mrs. Ifeoma Anagbogu ‘you are successful when you have a set target and achieve it’

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

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t’s official! The season for sales has just started.

Sellers are offering good bargains for shoppers’ delight. Right now, the atmosphere is charged with lots of excitement from both ends. If you’re a seller with good deals you might be smiling to the banks this season.

We love to indulge easily in buying stuffs, especially things we cherish. From gadgets to cloths, everything seems to be in season. So you need a priority list of buys and some self discipline to get through this phase. I know some people never have a list, they just shop on impulse. We all do this sometimes; plus, you can now shop even from the comfort of your sofa.

But a word of caution: don’t get carried away and purchase what you might not need. You can donate the money to those in need as a way of showing some love as the season is right here.

This season’s look will be incomplete if you’re wearing some makeup without the latest hues. The hot-red lipstick shade is on trend, and it can be worn boldly without apologies. So get your beauty bag stocked with beauty’s latest addition.

And your least expectation?

You need quality sleep to keep things going.

Our personality this week is Mrs. Ifeoma Anagbogu Have a great weekend.

Hello readers,

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Men’s Fashion:

Dazzle in a Covered Tuxedo

Fashionista:

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and chic

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Culture: Musical instruments in TIV culture

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Healthy Living: Eating fruits and vegetables to stay healthy

COVER:

‘you are successful when you have a set target and achieve it’

Ifeoma Anagbogu >>> 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

Covered and CHIC

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

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ometimes people have this impression that appearing covered will not make you go with the trend or look beautiful. You can dispute that fact by appearing well covered, looking smart and elegant at the same time.

You can also match colours that will make an appeal to your appearance as it corresponds with your style.

Models for Covered and Chic

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‘you are successful when you have a set target and achieve it’

INTERVIEW BY Victoria Onehi

Photo by: Ikechukwu Ibe

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rs. Ifeoma Anagbogu is the national coordinator of the Nigeria Guinea-worm Eradication Programme.

Under her leadership, Nigeria was certified Guinea-worm-free in December 2013 by the World Health Organisation (WHO). She is a graduate of Zoology from the University of Jos and holds two master’s degrees; one in Applied Paristology and Entomology and the second in Public Health.

She is married to Mr. Chigbo Anagbogu, whom she described as her best friend.

She spoke to Tambari on several important issues about her life and more.

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Educational background and career

My motto in life

I was born into the Ajegun family of Obosi in Anambra State. My dad was the late Engineer Ajegbo and my mum is Hope Nkiru Ajegbo. I joined the civil service in 1984. I have a master’s degree in Applied Paristology and Entomology, and another in Public Health. My first degree is in Zoology from the University of Jos. Then, it was the centre for World Health Organisation (WHO) technical disease research in West Africa. I got both master’s degrees from the University of Jos and Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria respectively. I started working in the Federal Ministry of Health with my master’s degree. I started my career in the Federal Ministry of Health with the Malaria Control Programme and then to the Guinea- worm Eradication Programme.

I am presently the national coordinator of the Nigeria Guinea-worm Eradication Programme (NIGEP), as well as a director in the Federal Ministry of Health. I took up the job at NIGAP in 2007.

Believe and trust in God. Before I take any decision, be it major or travail, in whatever I do, I must seek counsel from God. My parents too have been a great source of inspiration. I want to say that whatever I am today, apart from God almighty, I owe the rest to my parents.

My family I am married to Mr. Chigbo Anagbogu, my best friend and husband. I have children and a wonderful family. My husband is very good looking, very understanding and very loving. There were days we slept under one roof but did not see each other because of the nature of my work; but he gave me his total support. We had problems about me not closing from work early, bringing work home, coming back from a trip and telling him I was leaving the same day for another one. Flying into the airport in the morning and coming back to catch another flight that same day, all in the course of my work as the coordinator of the Guinea-worm programme. He gave me the support I needed. Sometimes, he personally drove me to the places for work.

Where I derive the passion for my job The drive was seeing people’s lives change, I mean the less-privileged people. I have passion in putting smiles on people’s faces. It’s always good to see people file out to receive you in anticipation of words of encouragement. These are downtrodden people in the society living in remote communities.

Childhood memories I have so many fond childhood memories. It starts from my dad taking me to school and walking me to the classroom and sitting at the back of my class.

Each time I was in the class I would be looking back to be sure he was still there. When I realised he had left I would start crying. But I had to grow out of that. I am the second child but the closest to him.

The worst times for me were having my dad travel. I would either have headache or start running temperature. My mother used to call me her mate.

Each time he was about to travel he would give me his handkerchief or bunch of keys. He would give me that and say he would come back.

Also, I enjoyed the family vacation together. We travelled with our parents and spent time together doing nothing. This was both within and outside the country. London was my best travel spot then.

But now, it’s where my husband and children want to go to. We have been almost everywhere because I like travelling. Also, because of the nature of my work there is no part of this country I have not been to. Also, globally, I think I have been to all the continents. But most times I travel out of the country, I go and rest. Also, I watch documentaries about people who have achieved remarkable things in life.

“I have passion in putting smiles on people’s faces.

It’s always good to see people file out to receive you in anticipation of words of encouragement.”

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My dreams when I turned 21 When I turned 21, I remember my parents having a big party for me. My biggest dream was to achieve a remarkable feat in life, especially in helping the lessprivileged through a community-driven initiative.

Then, I did not know I would do anything related to Guinea-worm eradication programme. But I wanted to do something related to health.

Also, I wanted to get married and have my own family and raise my children.

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Attraction to my husband He was very good-looking. It was love at first sight.

I saw him as somebody I could love and care for, and he turned out to be a nice person. I remember introducing him to my mum, and my mum fell in love with him as well. He is good-natured. There is nobody he will meet that will not like him. I met him 22 years ago and we got married 21 years ago.

We went to a wedding ceremony recently, and they said anyone that had married for about 20 years should come out and support the couple. He said let us go, but I told him we were not up to 20 years.

But my friend sitting by said “you people have gone past 20 years.’’ The relationship is such that it looks like yesterday. We are more of friends than a couple.

Sometimes I call him my brother.

He has given me so much physical gift that I cannot say this is the best. But what I appreciate most is his commitment to our relationship and the family. On my part also, when I set out to do something I put in my everything.

What have kept us going are understanding, tolerance and sharing. I learnt this from my husband as well.

Motherhood What I enjoyed most about motherhood is taking care of my family, cooking and taking care of my home. I am very adventurous when it comes to food. I like to eat food from different places. My husband does not like to eat outside. Even when we quarrel he always comes back home and asks for his food.

Keeping fit When I get out from bed I try to exercise. When I can, I take long walks. Once in a while, when I can, I go to the gym; unlike my husband that goes to the gym every morning. When he cannot, he takes a very long walk in the morning. That is one of the things that cause misunderstanding between us. He pays for my fees at the gym, but I don’t go regularly.

But I try to eat healthy, drink healthy, and I try to be very mobile.

Style icon I think style should be personal. I dress the way I consider suitable to me. But it must be trendy and fit me. Because of my weight, I try to be careful in the choice of cloths I wear. I dress in Western outfits officially, but I like traditional attires like the Senegalese, boubous and kaftan.

I love jewellery, shoes and bags. I wear shoes that are comfortable to walk in and trendy as well. But good quality matters.

Success I will say you are successful when you have a set target and achieve it. In that regard I will consider myself successful because I had a target and worked hard to achieve it. I worked with my team to achieve the set target as having Nigeria certified as Guineaworm-free. Nigeria used to be the most Guineaworm endemic country in the whole world; so it was fulfilling to achieve that feat. It is good to be selfless and show commitment to duty.

In the home front, I have a very good and loving family. And the children are disciplined.

Achievements in life I want to say that hard work pays. Even if you feel you are not recognised by man, God sees beyond what the ordinary eyes see. Also, God has a way of

lifting you up. With trust in God, hard work pays.

So I implore the younger ones to keep putting in their best in whatever they are doing and they will achieve their heart desire and target.

My role model My role model is my father, Engineer Morris Ajegbo. He is late now, but when he was around, he was my greatest source of inspiration. He would always tell us to go on, and that money is not everything. Don’t expect man to repay you, just keep on doing your best. He encouraged all his children and wards to work like that.

People should believe in themselves and God. I believe so much in myself. People should be honest and diligent in their duty. Work hard and get what you want.

“I want to say that hard work pays.

Even if you feel you are not recognised by man, God sees beyond what the ordinary eyes see.

Also, God has a way of lifting you up”

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COMPILED BY Victoria Onehi

FASHION NE WS

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Deola Sagoe showcases at New York Fashion week alongside daughters

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igeria’s foremost designer, Deola Sagoe, was one of the designers who showcased at the New York Fashion Week recently. She was not alone; she showcased alongside her three daughters, Tena, Aba and Tiwa Sagoe, who design for the fashion label, CLAN. Deola Sagoe’s collections for Spring Summer 2015 hit the runway in the label’s first solo appearance at Mercedes Benz (New York) Fashion Week. Sagoe and her daughters’ label presented their collections jointly, with Deola going first. There was design aesthetics difference between the two labels. While Sagoe featured more classic and feminine silhouettes, CLAN featured edgier styles for the young minds.

dress and fabrics choices are in contrast to her more dramatic and structured Fall Winter 2014 collection.

This collection is refreshingly feminine in style, with soft yellows and pale pinks and beiges juxtaposed with crimson and purple pieces. The more familiar Deola’s aesthetics is more apparent in the adire and batik, like prints on the softer fabrics in flirty dresses with oversized scallop hems and necklines reminiscent of flower petals.

Some of the silhouettes, such as the peplum

Deola Sagoe and her daughters on the runway

Mabruka Mai Deribe steps up

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abruka Mai Deribe, the designer behind Mabs Couture, cannot be ignored in the fashion circle. The Abuja-based designer, who specialises in making the crystallised ankara print fabric and dressy kaftan dresses, showcased some wares recently at the Abuja Enterprise Business Meet-up. Her wares have been embraced by many, especially in the North, but her clientele cut across people from different clime.

The graduate of Mass Communication from the University of Maiduguri has been tenaciously pursuing her passion as a fashion designer and is not leaving any stone unturned to make her label, Mabs Coutoure a household name.

Mabruka, who hails from Borno State, is the daughter of the late billionaire, Alhaji Ahmed Mai Deribe.

Jennifer Olize

Music Meets runway rebranded

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his year’s Music Meets Runway (MMR) show will be dedicated to Africa; hence it is rebranded, MMR Africa.

Music Meets Runway is an annual event that recognises and creates a platform for creative designers to showcase their latest collection. It is accompanied with live performances from popular music artistes.

Speaking at the event, Jennifer Olize, the chief executive officer of MMR said, “Last year, the MMR Foundation was able to reaffirm its commitment to empowering emerging talents by awarding a N3 million grant to Olakunbi Oyelese, creative director of the Nigerian label, April by Kunbi, at the 2013 edition.

“This year, the foundation continues on the journey to find and showcase the best of African fashion as we embark a rigorous search for one designer who will join the ranks of Kunbi Oyelese.”

It was disclosed that MMR Africa will spotlight excellence in arts and craftsmanship by celebrating the diversity of African artisans and showcasing various unique and authentic creations from trailblazers in the continent. The event is scheduled to hold at the popular Eko Hotel and Suites on December 23

Mabruka Deribe

foster learning and expertise of their chosen businesses.

L-R; Nkechi Ejele o Kuddus of Kola Gallery

YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP To train youths on how to start up their businesses.

CREDIT SERVICES AEA MICRO CREDIT SCHEME To facilitate access to micro – credit and equipment leasing.

FCT MICRO – FINANCE BANK To facilitate access to micro – credit and equipment leasing.

ABOUT ABUJA ENTERPRISE AGENCY

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buja Enterprise Agency is the FCT Agency with the mandate to stimulate business growth in the territory. It has the responsibility of wealth creation, employment generation and poverty reduction.

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Access To Workspace

ACCESS TO WORKSPACE AEA ENTREPRENEURIAL COMPLEX To provide access to flexible and affordable workspace for business owners AEA BOX OFFICE To provide access to flexible and affordable workspace for business owners

As an establishment of the Federal Capital Territory Administration (FCTA) with the support of the UK’s department for International Development (DFID) the Agency focuses on the development of micro, small and medium enterprises and aims to assist new and existing entrepreneurs to overcome obstacles to growth through access to finance, proper business planning and developing entrepreneurial skills

INFORMATION, TECHNOLOGY AND RESEARCH ICT HUB A multi-functional and multi-purpose space where work to catalyse creative technological innovations take place.

AEA SERVICES Business Advisory Service Outreach Services Business Clinic Access To Finance Training Mentorship Policy Advocacy Research And Consultancy

CONSULTANCY To facilitate the development and execution of business ideas

RESEARCH SERVICE To facilitate access to information by providing research materials, fact sheets and books.

TRAINING SERVICES To provide comprehensive, specialised and customised training programme.

MENTORING To link aspiring entrepreneurs with already established entrepreneurs to

ENTERPRISE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 1. BUSINESS ADVISORY SERVICE One – on – One interactive counseling sessions to existing and aspiring business owners.

2. OUTREACH SERVICES Interactive group counseling to groups, associations and cooperate organizations on their premises 3. BUSINESS CLINIC Sessions with experts ( e.g.

Accountants, Lawyers etc) and Regulatory organisations such as NAFDAC, SON, CAC etc.

4. One – Village – One – Product (OVOP) To empower communities by identifying local products & develop them into competitive products which will be acceptable in the global market thereby gaining revenue to improve their livelihood 5. Agro Revive Programme Skills acquisition programme designed to facilitate the learning and start - Up of agri-business

Some of the models on the runway

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t was all residents which to The Ab with the aim of of key industri together in ord The business Entrepreneurs small and med polices, fundin side of fashion branding, sale The event pr various solutio interactive sess advisory sessio Speaking at th Director/Chief Agency, Aisha years, recorded enough room f

From the participants Rosemary Okpara, Obidiya Food and Fashion Concept

of FMCT, Aisha Abubakar of Flaire Academy, Kolawole Kuddus Couture, Mrs. Nike Okundaye of Nike Art y and the moderator, Dr. Nemile Achimugu

The Abuja Enterprise Agency has been a source of motivation for my business. They have been teaching us how to stay in business, as well as financial training and management. It is actually through the agency that I came to the limelight. I recommend strong outreach for the programme.

L-R; Aisha Abubakar, MD/CEO Abuja Enterprise Agency (AEA), Amina Jimeta and Nike Okundaye of Nike Art Gallery

Hafsat Mohammed Sani, owner of Cicaeda

Cross section of participants at the event

ess Meet-up

L-R; Aisha Abubakar, MD/CEO Abuja Enterprise Agency (AEA) with Fatima Mohammed Abacha at the event

Although this is my first time to participate in AEA programme, I am highly impressed. I am of the opinion that the agency should improve its process of facilitating or providing financial support for SMEs so that young and upcoming entrepreneurs can participate.

l fun as the Abuja Enterprise Agency hosted s of Abuja in a two-day Fashion Business Meet-up ok place at the A.E.A Complex last week. buja Fashion Business Meet-up was organised f sensitising the public on the important roles es to bring along fashion stakeholders to work der to operate on a higher standard. s meet-up was a celebration of the annual Global hip Week (GEW), an event which enables micro, dium sized enterprises (MSMES) to discuss ng, services, opportunities and the business with their peers, industry experts, technology, and marketing vendors.

Hajiya Zainab S Mohammed, Ladi Bags I have been in this business for 18 years. I came in contact with the AEA when I was looking for financial support for my business. And I was given the sum of N100, 000. Since then I have trained over 200 apprentices and graduated 170.

Presently, I have 13 apprentices, and they are all graduates.

L-R; Aisha Yakubu Bako, Joseph Abba, Head SME, Development Finance, CBN, Lora Fatumbi of Ashers Couture, Ogwa Ogbeh Iweze of DZYN Couture, Abba Musa of Bank of Industry and the moderator, Dr. Nemile Achimugu

rovides the platform for participants to uncover ons, opportunities and services available through sions, panel discussions, one-on-one business ons, exhibition and runway shows.

Shehu Usman Yakubu of Sabali

he opening ceremony of the event, the Managing f Executive Officer of the Abuja Enterprise Abubakar, said fashion industries had, over the d more entrants than ever, adding that there is for would-be stakeholders.

Cross section of exhibitors at the event

I have been in the fashion business for over two years. My brand specialises in creating identity for Africans, away from the West. I commend the agency for taking a bold step by organising the Fashion Business Meet-up.

Ruqayyat Giwa, Covered and Chic Like most people, fashion designing started as a hobby for me. I like wearing veils; they are fashionable. The agency is doing amazingly well. However, I recommend that other sectors should be looked into.

Raliat Alimi, Manager Enterprise Development Services and Chudi Ugwuada Ezirigwe, Manager Corporate Services of Abuja Enterprise Agency Wand other participants

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MEN’S FASHION

Ebuka

Dazzle in a Tuxedo Model for McMeka

BY Pupwaya Timothy Dibal

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itching suits for tuxedos with different colours and patterns may not happen to some men. But there is nothing wrong with it because this can actually make you look smarter and attractive. Men who wear improperly tailored tuxedo often get to hear people ask them this question: “Are you wearing that tuxedo or the tuxedo is wearing you?’’

Wearing a tuxedo makes a man to be graceful like a gentleman and get more alluring look. They are supple, fashionable and downright more attractive if well-tailored. It also gives you the air of authority that makes you stand out from your fellow men. So wear a fine tuxedo and look like the perfect gentleman you want to be.

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SHOR T INTER VIE W

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I have always wanted to create my own design - Hafsat Sani

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

Hafsat Sani is a 25-year-old animal scientist. She holds a degree from the Usman Danfodio University, Sokoto, where she is also doing a master’s degree programme. However, as a result of her love for creativity, she is making a positive impact in fashion designing, having established her own cloth line known as the Cicaeda. Among other things, she spoke with Tambari on why she went into fashion designing. make use of the opportunity to buy accessories at random, especially those that are hard to find in Abuja. Sometimes I get them here in Abuja.

What are the major challenges you face in this business?

Hafsat Sani

Why did you go into fashion designing?

I started designing before I even knew what it was all about. That was in my childhood days. I had the passion to do things my own way, so I have always wanted to create my own design. As a student of art during my secondary school days, I always wanted to compete with my friends by knitting a design with either wool or threads. Also, whenever my mum took us to the tailoring shop I would give them my own design, which was always different from my other sisters.’ I had this belief that I should come out beautiful in whatever fabric I am given, by adding a little statement to it.

When I graduated from the university and got married, I attended a tailoring programme at the Women Development Centre, Abuja. It was there that I learnt the basics of fashion designing. But I started making maxi skirts and dresses for my clients even before I completed that programme.

How has it been, adding fashion designing to your career as an animal scientist?

Fashion is already a part of me; I cannot erase it. I can just wake up from my sleep and begin to stitch cloths.

Who were your first major clients?

My friends and family members were my first major clients. And it went well because I started with a maxi skirt, which is not difficult to make.

Where do you source for your fabrics?

I get my materials from everywhere.

Most times, when I travel I try to

Funding is my major challenge.

This is because there is always the need for expansion in every business you are into. Also, there are people who are not willing to pay for ideas I sell to them. Again, sometimes get disappointed by my clients.

What major styles do you sew?

I can make any kind of cloth as long as your fabric is available, but I specialise in evening wears and bridal styles.

How do you love to dress?

I love to dress in a unique way because I don’t like uniformity. I just love to stand out.

Where do you see your fashion line in the nearest future?

I see it being compared to big fashion names like Mango, Versace, Tiffany Amber and others.

“I can make any kind of cloth as long as your fabric is available, but I specialise in evening wears and bridal styles.”

Model for Cicaeda

The Cicaeda No 37, 1st Avenue, Generation Estate, Lokogoma, Abuja.

Contact: 0817 608 7563, 0805 242 7675 Email: hafsatsani1@yahoo.co.uk, cicadacollection@yahoo.com

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KANNY WOOD

I joined Kannywood with my parent’s full consent - Maryam Magarya

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aryam Bello Usman, popularly Tell us more about Maryam known as Maryam Magarya, is seen Bello Usman I was born 19 years ago at Kawo in as one of the youngest actresses Nasarawa Local Government Area of in the Hausa movie industry. Her Kano State. I grew up in Bompai police ability to interpret different roles effectively has barracks. After my primary school, I went to Government Girls’ Secondary School, accorded her respect and acknowledgement Albasu and later moved to the Federal Government Girls’ College (FGC), Kano in the industry. Among other issues, where I sat for SSCE. the 19-year-old actress spoke about her My childhood days were really exciting.

We were taught to show respect and be challenges.

contented with the little we had. As a child I never thought I would be an actress even though I watched films a lot. As a young girl then I had no preference on what movie to watch. I watched anything worth watching. Along the line I found myself in the movie industry as an actress; and this is what I do for now.

When I newly joined the industry I registered with Magarya Production. That was how I got the stage name, Maryam Magarya.

BY Ibrahim Musa Giginyu

How did you get into the movie industry?

Photo by: Sani Maikatanga

After secondary school, I made friends in the movie industry. I was used to following them to movie locations; hence I began to see and appreciate all the aspects of movie making.

However, that did not trigger the zeal in me to become an actress until when I was asked to demonstrate a role during the shooting of one of the movies. After my demonstration, the director told me that I could be a better actress if I gave it a try. That was how I started having the interest to become an actress. I told myself that if a movie director could notice the potentiality in me, then it wouldn’t be wise to waste that potential. It was then I told my mother that I wanted to join the Hausa movie industry. She gave me lectures on the intrigues of life, and we went together to the production company where I got registered. She signed my engagement letter. In a nutshell, I formally ventured into the movie industry, and I am happy I did that.

Since then it has been movies for me. It is a profession I cherish, though I have plans to further my education.

You said you had your mother’s consent. Didn’t you encounter any resistance from relatives?

Although I had my mother’s consent, I actually faced some resistance from members of my family. This was for the simple reason that the movie industry is being wrongly perceived as a hub for miscreants. It is natural to find the good, the bad, and sometimes the

“I told myself that if a movie director could notice the potentiality in me, then it wouldn’t be wise to waste that potential” ugly in every field of endeavour. That does not mean that everybody could be classified in one category.

I did all I could to make them see reasons on that; and luckily, they came to terms with my reasons. Presently, I receive commendations from them. I try my best to see that they do not regret allowing me to be part of the movie industry.

What are the challenges you have faced in the industry?

First of all, I am barely two years in the industry, and I told you that I just clocked 19.

So I found it very difficult to relate with older colleagues, even though they would treat me with respect. Also, you know that as humans you cannot rule out envy and other negative issues. I really faced a lot of such issues, but thank God I was able to overcome them.

Interestingly, within a short period I was part of two television series and over seven movies. I was the lead character in a yet-to-be released movie, titled, Babban Direba.

You said you had the intention to further your education; how do you intend to combine acting with studies?

Education is my priority. Right now, I am processing admission into one of the tertiary institutions in the state. I will make sure that my studies don’t clash with movie activities. I really want to go back to school, and that has always been my parents’ wish.

Are you into any relationship now?

Relationship! I don’t think I am into any serious relationship now.

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CULTURE

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Tiv dance goup

Musical instruments in Tiv culture Talking drum

BY Fatima Hussain Yakasai

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he TIV are an ethno-linguistic group in West Africa. The Tiv language is spoken widely, especially in Benue State.

Just like every other culture that has an integral use of music; Tiv people are also accustomed to using traditional musical instruments to convey messages in their community. Some of these instruments are: Kakaki It is a long metallic trumpet measuring 3 to 4 meters. It is mostly played by men and mainly used to send special messages to people of the community. Like the Hausa version of Kakaki, which is exclusive to nobility, Tiv people also use theirs on several occasions in relation to their king. The messages include announcing the king’s newborn child, the coronation of a new king, the king’s marriage ceremony, and so on. On other rare occasions the kakaki is used to warn against enemy’s attacks.

Ilyu This instrument was formerly used to send messages from the king on everyday village occasions like market gatherings, meetings by elders in the king’s palace, etc. It can be described as a light wooden instrument with an oval-like shape. It is recently known to be used for announcing the deceased.

Indyer This instrument is made with mahogany trunk. It is used in festivals and ceremonies like masquerades, yam festivals.

Akya It is used in festivals, and is combined with agbande and ageda drums to convey messages to people on cultural participation and display.

A Tiv flutist

“This instrument is made with cow horns. It is mostly used by farmers to invite other farmers to make ridges on the land.”

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Adiguve is a violin-like instrument played in sync with agbande during dancing festivals.

It is also played in a sorrowful motion during funerals.

Gbande Usually, the pluralised form of agbande is a large drum played by the youth of the Tiv community. This special drum is played as a compliment with agbande to convey musical messages of upcoming festivals and during festivals. It is also played during royal coronation and funeral.

Kolughku Bau cow horn This instrument is made with cow horns. It is mostly used by farmers to invite other farmers to make ridges on the land.

Despite the challenges of modernisation, these traditional musical instruments are still popular among the Tiv in Benue State.

‘Sola Fagorusi and Teni Angulu tied the knot on Saturday, November 22nd, 2014 in Abuja

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HEALTHY LIVING

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Eating fruits and vegetable to stay healthy

BY Victoria Onehi “Let thy food be thy medicine, let thy medicine be thy food.” These words were echoed by Mrs. Serah Abagai, head of Dietetics Department, National Hospital, Abuja, in an interview recently.

“When you eat a healthy diet it will keep you healthy. When you eat healthily, you have no reason falling sick because the immune system is vibrant all the time. This is how to eat to keep your immune system vibrant. When you have 50-75 per cent fruits in your diet on a daily basis, you will remain healthy. It will also heal diseases.

Raw foods here mean fruits and vegetables, and they are the medicinal ones. There are assorted fruits and vegetables of different colours,” Abagai said.

To say that fruits and vegetables are good for your health is an understatement. They are packed with vitamins and minerals, as well as antioxidants which help to eliminate harmfulfree radicals called oxidants. Free radicals are believed to contribute to a host of health problems, including heart disease, diabetes and cancers.

She emphasised the need to reduce the consumption of cooked food and eat more fruits and vegetables. “If 75 per cent of the foods we eat are cooked, then we are not eating healthily.

What is recommended in the Halleluyah Diet is one cooked meal a day, then you can eat salads, fruits and then extract juice from the fruits too. By eating one cooked meal a day and eating more of fruits and vegetables, you can achieve 75per cent daily fruit intake. Fruits and vegetables like carrots, cucumber, water melon, pineapple and green leafy vegetables can be eaten raw. This keeps you healthy all the time.”

Abagai, however, lamented lack of consumption of fruits and vegetables. “The foods that heal

are mainly the vegetables and fruits. But unfortunately, our diet seems to contain very little of that. Ideally, what we need is between 50-75 per cent of those raw foods per day; that is, plenty intake of vegetables and fruits in the diet.

We are yet to comprehend the beauty of fruits and vegetables. In this country, people hardly consume fruits and vegetables in their diets.”

She highlighted results people have achieved by eating fruits. “We have heard testimonies from people who eat 50-75 per cent of fruits in their diet. Cancers have been healed. People with diabetes, obesity, high blood pressure have been healed through fruits and vegetables.”

People should aim for at least nine servings (at least 4½ cups) of vegetables and fruits a day.

There are a variety of fruits and vegetables to give your body the mix of nutrients it needs, such as dark leafy greens, tomatoes, pawpaw, apple and anything that is richly yellow, green, orange or red colour.

Tips to eating more vegetables and fruit

1. Keep fruit out where you can see it. That way you will be more likely to eat it. Keep it out in the front of the fridge.

2. Get some every meal, every day. Try filling half your plate with vegetables at each meal.

Serving up salads or other vegetable-rich fare makes it easier to reach this goal. You can get some fruits and vegetables for snacks.

3. Explore something new. Variety is the key to a healthy diet. There is something for everyone in the world of fruits and vegetables, so make your choice.

4. Make it a meal. Try some new healthy recipes where vegetables take centre stage.

Fruits salad ¼ medium sized Pineapple • 2 Apples (Red & Green) • ¼ small sized Water Melon

PREPARATION Wash fruits thoroughly Remove seeds from water-melon and apple. Remove eyes from pineapple too.

Dice fruits into small sizes Mix all the diced fruits together Refrigerate and serve cool

TAMBARI 30TH NOVEMBER, 2014

BEAUT Y

Benefits of beauty sleep

BY Aishatu Musa Shallangwa

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s common, and as often as sleep is done, it has amazing benefits.

Slumber is nature’s most powerful beauty treatment. Medical research has proven that it is during sleep that the body heals and the skin repairs itself. It also enhances your physical appearance.

According to Dr. Chinny Obasi, a good six to eight hours of sleep is very important for an average adult. The sleep should make you feel better and refreshed, not weaken your body.

She further explained that during the night hours of beauty sleep, many beautiful things happen to the hair and skin. Body treatment is very effective over night because it penetrates better when you rest.

She added reasons why it is needful to have beauty sleep. To eliminate eyes bag, with a beautiful sleep you will have all body parts

relaxed and in shape. One of the compromising body parts that will always show when it lacks sleep is the eyes. It will develop eyes bag, leaving the face puffy and squinting the eye and making it smaller and ruining your looks.

It is mostly said that one must have woken up from the good side of one’s bed. With a beauty sleep you tend to feel refreshed as blood flows freely in your body, leaving it agile and naturally beautiful.

Health reasons: with a beautiful sleep you tend to be twice healthier than you are. The body muscle and tissue will allow the right amount of blood to flow in your body and relief headache and body pains. It is a complete healthy therapy.

It is usually seen as a myth that when you sleep you grow, but it is a very interesting

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“with a beautiful sleep you tend to be twice healthier than you are. The body muscle and tissue will allow the right amount of blood to flow in your body and relief headache and body pains. It is a complete healthy therapy.” truth medically. The more sleep you get, the more the body produces growth hormones to enhance one’s growth. For those who need to add weight, sleep can make you fatter and attractive.

A beauty routine such as spa is done in a moment of rest or sleep so as to allow the body absorb all treatments, leaving it radiant and very beautiful.

How you feel when you wake up says a lot about the beauty sleep you had. Don’t miss out on the six to eight hours of sleep; it is very needful for a beautiful day.

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