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f you are to ask two fashionista’s what their definition of style is, I bet you will get varying response. Style is best defined by you, how you feel, what you want to express and generally your physique. Hence what would work for Mrs A might not go well with Mrs B, it is best to dress the way you feel, and be sure to stand out in your own definition of style. Many men like to adorn themselves with sunglasses,
but did you know that your face shape have a huge role to play in your choice of sunglasses. To get that smashing and desired look with sunglasses, make sure you get the frame that fits your face. Looking good is top priority for many, people are conscious of their skin colour, their face and all other parts of the body. But even in the quest to have a perfect skin, there are products that do more harm than good. Think twice when getting that product, check the ingredients before use. Our culture train this week
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is stopping at Jos, Plateau state, where the Nzem Berom yearly festival was celebrated recently. The festival is celebrated to upkeep the rich cultural heritage of the people. Aisha Ahmed El-Rufai is our personality this week. She is the wife to the governor of Kaduna state. She spoke to Tambari about life as a lawyer, her childhood and more. Enjoy the read
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sia Ahmed El-Rufai is a Lawyer by profession. She was called to bar in 1993 as she currently heads a Law firm named Asia &Co. She holds two master degrees, an LL.M from Suffolk University Law School Boston and a Masters in Business and Commercial Law from Bayero University Kano as well as a Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology and Criminal investigation from University of Liverpool UK, where also, she is currently running a Master degree program in Forensic Psychology and Criminal Investigations. Asia is proud mother of 3 lovely children and happily married to Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, the Executive Governor of Kaduna state. She opens the doors of home to Tambari Magazine as she spoke about her life’s journey so far.
Background sia Ahmed el-Rufai was born in Zamfara State into the family of Muhammad Ahmed Abdulwaheed on August 3, 1969. Her mother hails from Sokoto State while her father was partly from Katsina. She describes herself as a full northwestern person.
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Educational background I read Law in Bayero University Kano and attended Nigerian Law School Lagos and was called to the Nigerian Bar in November 1993. I have two Masters, an LL.M from Suffolk University Law School Boston and a Masters in Business and Commercial Law from Bayero University Kano. I read Law in the University and I have LLM from Boston and a Masters in Business and Commercial Lawfrom my alma mater (BUK). I also have a Post Graduate Diploma in Forensic Psychology and Criminal investigation from University of Liverpool UK, where I am also currently enrolled as a Masters nal Student in Forensic Psychology and Criminal y Investigation. I am currently working on my Dissertation. I started my primary education at the Tudun Wada Primary School in Gusau, he Zamfara state after which I proceeded to the ki, Government Girls Secondary School Moriki, from there I went to GGC, Sokoto State. My dad was transferred out of Zamfara to Kano, so I had to complete my Secondary School education at the Government Girls Secondary School, Kabo in Kano State. Career background I was called to Bar in 1993 and I did my NYSC with Central Bank of Nigeria, after that, I worked with FCDA for a while and then I got a job with a Law firm called Capital Chambers where I spent about a year and then I opened my own Law firm which I called Dahlia Chambers, I worked there until 1999 when I got married. I was on employed by Nigerian Investment Promotion e Commission , I was there till 2001 when the Debt Management Office was established
and I transferred my services there, I took leave up absence from the DMO to assist in setting up the Administrative department of the American Hospital, I returned to DMO in 2007 and resigned in 2009. After I had resigned from work, I continued my practice with Asia Ahmad and Co. and in 2014, I was employed by the European Union as a Consultant on Counter-Radicalization in the newly established soft approach to countering terrorism. I am back to my private law practice currently. I have worked with various NGOs notable amongst them is Justice Fati Abdul Salam’s Women Rights Advocacy and Protection Alternative (WRAPA). Childhood dreams As a child, my dreams was to be either a lawyer or a doctor. My dad wanted me to study medicine because he could see that I have empathy and love children while my mom h is is a fan fan off Crown Crown who Court (a court room drama) during the 70s and 80s inspired me to want to study law. But as time went by I also wanted to be the first female president of Nigeria.
Motherhood I have three biological children, two boys and a girl but like I said earlier I love children so I have quite a few staying with me, and I take all of them as my children. My house is always filled with children because my kids love making friends as well. Motherhood is an amazing experience, I honestly love being a mother and I wouldn’t give up that experience for anything in the world, I thank God for giving me that opportunity because there are many women who still look forward to be mothers. Although, motherhood has its own challenges particularly when you are a working mother, you are ripped because on one hand the children need you and the other hand, you want to build a career and not that I couldn’t have done without a career but I wouldn’t have known what to do with myself because I have always loved reading so when they were young, it was quite challenging for me balancing up and particularly , as at the time that I had my children, I was working with the Debt Management Office and we were required to travel a lot, so I found myself travelling with babies and having to find a babysitter whenever I am attending meetings, so it was quite challenging in the beginning but now Alhamdullillah. Life’s challenges Well, personally challenges in life come in different phases as far as I am concerned. Growing up, I grew up in a middle income family and my dad held his family closely, he made education mandatory for both his male and female children and we thank him for that opportunity, may his gentle soul rest in peace because without education, I don’t know where one would have been. There is also the challenge of navigating work especially when you work with a government establishment, you have people that at all time would want to help you but you also have people that want to drag you down. One of the major challenges I had was that I am very outspoken and that earned me some dislikes particularly from the top management, I don’t see things and keep quiet and I always want to make sure that people are treated fairly, in fact in the end, basically I think that is one of the reasonsI had to resign. Yes I was bored because work had become routine and I wanted to do something different and more challenging. Those are some of the challenges and then you also have the challenges in the home front where you have to navigate relationships and in order to stay peacefully with people you have to learn to mind your own business and respect other
ASIA AHMED EL-RUFAI // people wishes even if they are against yours, you have to learn to accept people that generally, you have no business with and of course the traditional home, there are people in the both families, mine and my husband family that you may not necessarily be at one with them but then, you just have to accept them. Then of course there is also the challenge of my husband being in politics and all that it comes with, it amazes me how people think that power is something to enjoy, I honestly don’t like it, I support my husband in whatever he does most especially because I know he is a doer and does his best and his going into politics was because he feels that there is need for people to have been privileged to be educated and exposed to come and serve our people. So I do support him in whatever way I can but what I don’t like about it is the publicity because if I was a nobody, there is no way one would walk up to me for an interview, so I am a private person, I have limited friends, I go to limited places and I practically enjoy quietness but when you have a husband that is in the forefront, you have to entertain every kind of human being even those that do not have his interest at heart but you just have to be diplomatic about it, that is one thing that is quite challenging for me. What I miss most about my father I miss his gentleness, my dad was one of the kindest human beings I have known in my life, he doesn’t raise his voice but of course he disciplines us when there is need for that. I grew up seeing my dad as a simple man, he can sit and eat with his driver and even people that work for him, he doesn’t differentiate anyone and I enjoy his talks and I was very close to him. I miss the stories he tell us and which he had started telling my children before he died. I miss his guidance but above all I miss his presence. May Allah have mercy on him (Amin) Fond memories When we were younger, we used to pray that they take light because taking light means we are going for a car ride with our dad or mum. Also the constant travelling, my dad loved football, he actually played football before he got married so whenever there is a tournament going on, he would take me along with him. Then again, the simplicity of life then in those days, there was nothing like treating your neighbor differently because he/she does not share the same faith with you, our neighbors were our friends and we do everything together, nobody tells us that you can’t do this or that it was that simple, we could also go out in the night, we had time for watching TV and the rest of it we spend it outdoors but this days children don’t spent much time outdoors because it is not safe and it doesn’t help them to discover more nature. My husband and I We met in Amsterdam at the Schipol Airport on our way back from the USA, interestingly we met at a bookshop, we both love books. He said he saw me browsing books and when it was time for prayers, I went to pray and I didn’t have qualms leaving my bag behind with someone I was chatting with, obviously he has been watching out, he told me later that he was torn between following me or watching my bag so that nobody puts drugs or anything inside, at the end of the day, he decided to stay back and watch over the bag, so when I came back, we were queuing up to leave so he spoke to me and the rest they say is history. What I love most about him His simplicity. Mallam is a very simple and down to earth person. I love talking to him because whenever we talk, I always learn something from him and he is not a critical
person, he is one of the few people that allowed me to be myself and I think that is one thing I really appreciate from him. He did not only encourage me in my career path but he has supported me, he is always there so I think that is the most precious gift ever. Most of our men do not appreciate their wives carrying a three months old baby all around the world in the name of a job, but Mallam supported me, when we just started, he used to bring my son to the office so I can breastfeed him whenever I am working late so really I would not change him for anything, of course every marriage has its ups and down but he,truly, is one of a kind. Role Models I have quite a few, I have an aunt Zainab Said Kabir, she is a lecturer in the Bayero University, she is a role model and of course my mother is one as well. I look up to Justice Fati AbdulSalam Abubakar as a role model because she is also one of the few people that I have seen in power that have remained humble and kind so I look up to her because whenever things get tough for she she is always there to advise, guide and support me. There is also Hajiya Saudatu Mahdi who has been like a mother to me all the while. I look up to also Dr. Mairo Mandara who is a friend but increasingly she is becoming more like an older sister because she has been there for me right from the time I met her. Joggling between homefront and being a governor’s wife God has been merciful because I have a husband that supports my decision, I made ant publicity other it very clear that I don’t want pacity and than in the intellectual capacity e has also he has allowed me, and he allowed me to be where I am. Joggling nd other between the home front and ffic ff icul ultt fo forr things haven’t been too difficult use in me frankly speaking because reality, it is only when he iss here that I see them so I don’t have to deal with them when he is not here. h Mode of relaxation with family We go to picnics, we watch movies, we go out to eat sometimes and at home we can just put on our dancing shoes and begin to dance. My children are like my friends, I am grateful to God for giving me kids that are quite enlightened so we talk about everything, we sit down and take decisions together and during holidays, we travel. Favourite holiday spots African Countries like Ghana, Zanzibar, will top most in my list of favourite holiday spots, however I believe I can also fall in love with the Caribbean due to its beautiful sceneries. Style definition I love descent dressing, I don’t believe that I have to expose my body in order to be fashionable. I am not a fashionista, but I like to wear what makes me comfortable, having said that, sometimes I watch pictures of supposed celebrities and I see how they expose themselves and it amazes
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powder to avoid perspiration. But this causes much damage to our skin. Bleaching creams: Skin bleaching is popular with dark-skinned people who want to look different. The Hydroquinone cream, the most common type of skin bleach, can result in undesirable effects and significant skin damage. Hydroquinone is a fairly caustic substance with known adverse effects on the skin, including redness, peeling, rash, dryness and burning. Waxing: Waxing for hair removal has its drawback. Some people experience ingrown hairs, red bumps, and minor bleeding. g Waxing g on face causes the skin to sag earlier than it normally would as it pulls your skin and is harsh. Facial skin is very delicate and waxing will only damage it.
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here is a popular saying that health is wealth. Eating good food is one of the means of attaining the required good health. As a result of this, many people are mindful of what they eat. However, sometimes it is hard to get a good, healthy, yet tasty recipe. Also, there are some people who, not by their will, suffer from ailments that prevent them from eating the same meals like other people. They are careful about what they eat.
Bitter-leaf soup and wheat Ingredients: - Cow leg - Bitter-leaf - Crayfish
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Method: - Cut and wash the bitter-leaf. - Wash cow leg and cook with seasoning. - Wash, peel and boil cocoyam. - Wash dried fish and stock fish thoroughly. - Add the dried and stock fish to the cooked cow leg. - Add palm oil, pepper, crayfish and ogiri
Tamarind drink Ingredients: - Tamarind - Sugar - Water - Lime Method: - Mix tamarind with hot water and allow to soak. - When soaked, mash till the fruit
dissolves into the water. - Allow to cool, then drain the fibers and seeds. - Add sugar and allow to mix and dissolve on medium heat. - Once the sugar is dissolved, add lime juice. - Serve when cold.
and allow to boil. - Now, add pounded cocoyam paste and allow to dissolve. - When it has dissolved and mixed together, add bitter-leaf seasoning and salt to taste. - Leave to simmer and stir. The soup is ready. - Now, put water in a pot. - Allow to boil. - Remove some in a bowl. - Then add the desired quantity of wheat flour and stir till thickened. - Add little hot water, cover and allow to cook. - Then stir. - Serve hot with bitter-leaf soup.
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LEFT TESTIS BIGGER THAN THE RIGHT My testis are not equal. The left side is bigger than the right one and it is like some liquid is growing in it. What can I do or what kind of medication would you recommend? Abdullahi Usman, Kaduna You are likely to be having hydrocoele or inguinoscrotal hernia. The former is more likely from your description. There is no medication for it, the treatment is by surgical operation called hydrocoelectomy. You should see a surgeon or a family physician
PAINS IN “BELLY BUTTON� I eat a lot of pepper. Of recent, I notice pains in my belly button anytime I take anything pepperish. I took some pain relievers and it became better. When I eat anything the pains come back. I feel better not eating. What do I do? Maryam, Kaduna
NEED URGENT HELP! I am 22 years and normally have my menstrual flow for five days which usually comes with a lot of pain. Anytime I take Feldine to ease the pain, my flow ceases and flows sparingly for just two days. Sometimes a day. I am getting married next month, hope this will not stop me from getting pregnant. Also, what would yu recommend for the mentrual pain?
Peptic ulcer disease is most likely. Ironically failure to eat will compound the issue. You need to eat intermittently and more regularly. Antacid will be useful. Tests like stool for occult blood, H pylori screening test and sometimes gastroendoscopy might be useful. See your family physician.
SIXTY YEARS WITH HYPO-ERECTION I am over 60 years and I have hypo-erection with poor sex apathy. I have been using drug to satisfy my spouse for over 10 years. I also have mild high BP of 150/90 mmhq. Please advice. Mohammed With this Bp, are you on medication? If you are not on medication, for a 60-year-old and BP of 150/90mmhg, I will suggest a retake it after sometimes. Even if it is same it is mild like you said and not likely to be the cause. Are you diabetic? I will advise you to avoid self medication of these drug for ER because of the cardiovascular effect vis a vis your age. Try and see an urologist for examination and advise.
Amama, Kaduna Well I am surprised about you taking feldene and the menses will cease. I will try and verify the claim. Any other pain killers will do. Do not be anxious, menstrual pains does not mean there would be problem of conception. As we have written in previous episodes, dysmenorrhea is not uncommon in your age group and women in general. Since most times the menses flows normally, there is no cause for alarm Wishing you successful wedding ceremony and fruitful married life in advance.
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his is a yearly festival held in the month of April. The festival, which is celebrated by the Berom people, is as a result of the rich cultural heritage the people possess. It is a period when different cultural displays from different parts of the land are showcased. This cultural exhibition is done through music, dance and arts. This year’s celebration, which was a two-day event, titled, ‘A cultural brand for unity, peace and progress,’ portrayed the significance of the festival. The celebration witnessed a musical concert, display of artifacts and crafts, dance by different cultural groups, and hunters who
displayed their outfits and weapons. Dignitaries from all walks of life, including the minister of information and culture, Alhaji Lai Mohammed, graced the occasion. The origin of the festival can be traced to when Christianity and western education had their way into the socio-cultural changes into Berom land. These changes diminished the cultural practice of the people; hence in order to preserve their culture, the Nzem Berom festival was created. Berom people are mostly farmers and hunters, and are the largest indigenous ethnic group in Jos, Plateau. With additional information from the internet
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he African fabric is always trendy because of its beautiful colours, its texture helps promote creativity in all aspects, including your home decoration. These prints are common materials for clothing in Africa, especially West Africa. The industrially produced, colourful cloths with exotic designs can help beautify your home as it can be used to create many home décor utensils such as throw pillows, pillows, duvets, couch covers, cottons, table cloths and mat, bed lamp covers, wall piece and many more. But as our eyes get bored of the print here and there, some crafters are busy incorporating the print in everyday life, and the result is awesome. One good thing about African prints is that they incorporate a variety of colours into each pattern, which pops up a room instantly.
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hat makes up an outfit? Is it the material, style or design of the outfit? All points are important, as they all contribute to making a fashionable look. There are many designs used in making a fashion piece, it all narrows down to your choice and what you want. One design that is used by fashionistas is the high neckline. The high neckline is sewn in different ways to create a stunning look. It can be made on both long and short gowns, tops, short sleeve or long sleeve tops. All to create a glam look. The high neckline although not for all, is a fab design that ads glam to an outfit.
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aju, a woman’s wear brand, puts out a look-book featuring a top Nigerian model, Tarmar Awobotu. The model, who loves to celebrate women and their style, recently participated in the brand’s recent style with her sister, Folakemi Awobotu. Tamar Awobotu won the top model worldwide competition in 2012. She has hit several magazine covers, both in Nigeria
and South Africa. She has also modelled for top designers in Nigeria, South Africa and UK. She will be leading the duo for the look-book, which also showcases Jessica Chibueze. The look-book is geared at showcasing the fun and energetic part of the brand’s latest collection, but still with its core purpose of holding the effortless chic aesthetic, which is the versatility of the brand.
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he fashion brand created by Fatma Naeema unveiled different styles of Abaya. The Tanzanian brand showcased an array of colours with the beautiful designs for the 2016 spring collection. Colours like black, dark chocolate, pink floral, blue and others, were among those used in styling the Abaya. The collection featured
Honey Malaolu unveils new collection
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he rising Nigerian fashion designer recently unveiled her collection tagged ‘Metamorphosis’ in Lagos. The collection was inspired by rich colours, ethnic cultures and keeping the essence of the butterfly at the
centre of her pieces. Her debut piece is aimed at celebrating the multifaceted side of the 21st century with a fluid identity. The Nigerian fashion industry is expanding and riding high in fashion stakes. Honey Malaolu
is one of such brands that have positioned as a frontier for a new trend in which the fabrics used in designing showcase the fusion of cultural styles that can make a new African renaissance and inspire fashion narrative to the world.
cape designs, fringe and tassel details, all of which make up a stylish and fashionable piece for the modern woman. The brand was also incorporated by Bennetton Gems and Kikis fashion. The collection was inspired by Fatma Naeema’s struggle towards self-discovery while she was growing up. It was ultimately about finding herself and staying at peace with it.