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tyle can be achieved through various means; the flared gown is one fashion item that is endowed with the qualities to give glam to any fashionista. When rightly accessorized they can give you that edge at any event and make heads turn. The magic that can be done with head scarves is one that fashionista’s should venture into. Many now see the accessory as a creative piece that can add more finesse to an outfit when craftily tied.
This accessory is now been wrapped in various stunning styles to give the perfect finish to an outfit. As smart as a man looks when he tucks in, do you know that not all shirts are to be tucked in. For that continuous smart look visit our men page for simple rules to bear in mind when tucking in. Making up can be done right or wrong, especially when you don’t use the right make up accessories. Every skin type and complexion have colous that match well with the eye, lips and face. Mixing them well can give the balanced look, but doing
it wrong could make your make up look shabby and messy. Don’t miss out beauty page as it gives you key make up rules to never to break. Our personality this week is Princesss Ebunoluwatofunmi Ilegusi Oladunmi, the Yeye Omo-Owa of Ayedun Ekiti, Ekiti state and former deputy director in CBN. She gives an insight into her early career, joys of motherhood and a lot more. Have a splendid day!
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oyalty runs all over Princess Ebunoluwatofunmi Ilegusi Oladunmi as she carries the crown of the Yeye Omo-owa meaning Queen mother of the king, princes and princesses, an indigene of AyedunEkiti in Ikoyi LGA of Ekiti state, she was coroneted in 1994 and since wore the crown till date. Princess Ebunoluwa also had a career in banking where she resigned as a Deputy Director from the Central Bank of Nigeria. She tells Tambari magaizine her story.
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EBUNOLUWATOFUNMI OLADUNMI // Brief introduction I am a JP and a fellow of the Social Science Academy of Nigeria, a retired Deputy Director at the Central Bank of Nigeria. I am from Ayedun Ekiti in Ikoyi Local Government in Ekiti State. Before I became Yeye Omo-owa in 1994, which means the ‘Queen mother of the king, princes and princesses’ of my town, I was the Yeye Loro. I was born into the family of Ilegusi, in 1948. Educational background I went to primary school at Saint Luke’s Anglican Church, Ayedun Ekiti and from there to Igeoba High School, Ikole-Ekiti. I started in 1963 and graduated in 1967. Eventually I went to the United States and started junior college in Miami, then I went to Ohio State University where I studied Business Administration and majored in International Business Relations. I also obtained a master’s degree in Economics from the University of Lagos. Career After I left Miami Dade Junior College, I got admission to Ohio State University. After I left Ohio I came back to Nigeria and did my NYSC at the Central Bank of Nigeria and because I was used to working, I was not working as a youth corper, I worked round the clock and I spoke other languages. So when people who spoke other languages came, they would tell me to attend to them. I kept working like hard, not knowing it would result to anything. When the CBN was doing the send-forth party for youth corpers, they wrapped gifts for us. I thought it was the N20 note which was the highest denomination then - back then a graduate’s salary was N350, if you were working in CBN. On that day of the send-forth they gave me the gift and an envelope which I thought was having N20 notes. I didn’t open it till I got home.When I opened it, I saw it was my appointment letter and that was how I started work in the Personnel
Department of the CBN. Fond childhood memories My father was a special person.We were 33 children when he died aged about 100. My father had a policy that every child must attend school. He was a big farmer who planted different cash crops; we had people from other parts of the country working for him, but when we came from school he would take us to the farm. If he gave a boy 10 heaps the same he would give to a girl, so that the boy would not feel that he was superior. The only thing my dad would do was that if you were yawning, he would tell you to go and drink water and come back. Most times a girl would finish before the boy. When we went to the farm we always roasted yam, I miss that. During Easter we go for interdenominational prayer.We called the place Galilee. From the period of Lent, before the time of Easter, we picked snails and kept them under a pot in preparation for the Easter and on the day of Easter my dad would kill a ram. We would cook and carry the food to Galilee. It was like a love feast, every family would bring their food that we would share together. The morning of Easter Monday there was an elderly person who would ring the bell and shout that Jesus had risen and we would start singing. I missed that to the extent that when I was schooling in the United States I was working on that Easter Monday, I broke down crying saying that at home they would have killed the ram by now. Aspiration as a child When I was younger and still in Lagos I wanted to be a conductor, because the conductors issued tickets. They wore a uniform and cap and issued tickets, that was what we young children saw and didn’t know what education was all about about. It was when we started growing up that we realised what we really wanted to do. Challenges One challenge I faced was when I started work at the CBN and was placed in the department of personnel.That department was mainly for women then, because women were not taken in other
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WHEN I WAS YOUNGER AND STILL IN LAGOS I WANTED TO BE A CONDUCTOR, BECAUSE THE CONDUCTORS ISSUED TICKETS departments. Their excuse was that if we were in other departments we would get transferred and that was taking a toll on our promotion. I was lucky and got posted to research department and because of my multilingual ability, I was positioned to be the officer in charge of the IMF, the World Bank and all international financial institutions. I remember an accident a year before I got employed at the CBN. Women then in the CBN where either tea girls, note counters or cleaners, whether you are a graduate or not. Even as a man seeking employment there you must have grade one before you are employed, so when they started employing women we were kept in personnel department. So we then said we had to do something about it. I and some other women sat and decided to write to the management of the bank. And when we were writing that letter, I gave an opinion that our names shouldn’t be written straight because if we do they could pick the first three as ring leaders and sack them, instead we signed in a circular format, they won’t be able to pinpoint any name in a circle. When they deliberated on it, they said they thought they were doing us a favour and that departments like special duties were where you burnt and shred notes and that there was a lot of smoke there. We told them that we cooked at home and were used to smoke, that we also don’t mind been transferred. They agreed with us that we could be transferred to any department, and that we could be fixed according to our academic qualifications. That changed the situation of women in CBN such that today we have a woman who is a deputy governor. How I met my husband We met when a cousin of mine introduced us. We attended the same church. Joys of motherhood When I was getting married, I told my husband that I didn’t want more than two kids even as an African woman. He said he wanted four but I insisted and he agreed, fortunately we were in school, he was doing his masters and I was in my first year doing my degree. In those days we did family planning but after two years I thought I was having fever, I went to the clinic and I was told I was pregnant and that was how our first child came. My husband went with me to the labour
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room and when the doctor asked him what sex he thought the baby would be, he said a boy which eventually turned out to be. I had my second child four years in-between the first and second child because we were not in a hurry, I was still doing family planning but to my amazement I still got pregnant again. When I told the doctor he said it wasn’t possible, when I had my baby she came out with the IUD in her hand. The baby I am talking about is a medical doctor today. After having two children we forgot about having kids because we decided we were just going to have two children. Ten tears after, I was in Argentina for IMF group of 24 meeting and I was craving foods that were not my regular food. I was scared thinking I was sick, when I went to the doctor, he said I am African, how many children do I have, I replied and he told me congratulations you are pregnant. I burst out crying saying I only wanted two, but that was how my third child came. My first son attended the same school as I did and graduated in engineering and had his second degree in architecture. The second is a doctor and my third child went to Cambridge University in the United Kingdom and graduated in International Business Strategy. Role models Mrs Funmilayo Ransome Kuti, Margaret Ekpo, Mrs HID Awolowo, she stood by her husband, loved the family and made it easy for her husband to go into politics and do all he needed to do. Margaret Ekpo liberated women, the same thing with Ransom Kuti. She stood against women p y g tax in the old Western Region, g , that if we paying are going to pay tax women must be involved in the government of the people. They agitated, went on strikes and they eventually prevailed. Women were given responsibilities at the local government level. These were pioneers, another is Maryam Babangida the initiator of Better Life for Rural Women programme.Before her, first ladies were put in the kitchen and locked there. She was the one who came to the fore front, she introduced the Better Life For Rural Women and it expanded further than Nigeria to better life for African women. Maryam Babangida was a modern role model; she made known the role of a first lady. Women development started in her time and it is there till date. Another role model I have is Mrs Abacha, the National Hospital, whether we like it or not cannot be taken away from her.She made it possible and the government should acknowledge the fact that little drops of water make a mighty ocean. Three must have fashion accessories On my head I must have a brooch which signifies the Lion of Judah, which is Jesus Christ. When I became the queen mother and I was working internationally, I knew I couldn’t dress anyhow, I had to look formal. The hair I made during my coronation took three days to finish, so it made me realize as a queen mother, I must always portray my culture without exaggerating it and of course I am a Christian. I am also related to Ethiopia, if I am on the street of Ethiopia and they see me they would use a big umbrella to cover me. So when I plait my hair I have the brooch on, portraying my Christianity. If I am going for a royal event I put on my beads and carry my horse tail. Style definition The African culture is really the best. There is a saying that people that forget their culture shall be enslaved. If you are dressed in your African attire in a place like
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ON MY HEAD I MUST HAVE A BROOCH WHICH SIGNIFIES THE LION OF JUDAH Washington DC people would be admiring you. But dress with short skirts or nude, you won’t be recognised but would be laughed at. But when you reflect who you really are, people will admire you. Favourite holiday spot I have several holiday spots, I have visited 78 countries. One place I love is Kenya. I went to the desert area to the people that speak Swahili, some of them dressed like the Fulanis in Nigeria. Immediately they saw me they had a party for me, they were dancing like the Fulanis; that was a very interesting holiday. I didn’t stay in a regular room, I stayed in a tent and I really enjoyed it. Here in Nigeria I enjoyed my visit to Yankari Games Reserve and Bagauda Lake. Beauty routine The heart matters.When you smile you look beautiful unlike when you frown. When you frown it takes the beauty from you, science says it takes 17 nerves to smile and 43 nerves to frown, so when you are frowning you are actually exhausting your energy. My religion says love God with all your heart and love your neighbour as yourself. I take a lot of fruits, I take smoothies with nine different fruits and a little milk. I don’t eat red meat. What I would tell a younger me What I would tell a younger me is to know that she is created by God with two eyes, hands, and a head just like a man. And that she should make up her mind to be something good, according to the will of God. In my place of work they call me iron lady, I tell them I am not a woman but a worker. In Nigeria we are fair, the salary of a man and woman having the same position is the same, and in America it is different. So if I am in the same position as you, with the same salary why should I expect you to get me something when we go out for a meeting? Best mode of relaxation I speak with my children everyday through social media. I have a garden to weed, I use the thread mill or relax in my Jacuzzi and exercise. I read a lot of books. Advice for women They should respect themselves; they should not expect someone to do it for them and give it to them on a platter of gold. They
must be willing to explore and exploit. Yorubas would say I cannot go into debt, but if you don’t you can’t progress, there are somethings you want to do that your salary, no matter how much, can’t achieve. An example was when I wanted to buy a land in Lagos, I didn’t want to buy from land owners but from the government. As at then from land owners the land was going for N2500 but I got it from the government for N22500. My friends thought I was crazy, I paid for that land for a period of five years, but when I wanted to build my house in Abuja, I sold the same plot of land for N12 million and I used it to build another house for myself. Women don’t have to be inferior, you only give people the license to trample on you when you don’t do the right thing. Do the right thing and God is there to assist us.
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Creativity gives us an edge in the industry by AMINA ALHASSAN & PRISCA EMADU Melanie Elturk the lawyer, entrepreneur and fashion designer is the owner of Haute Hijab, an online hijab boutique that offers modern hijabs and highquality hijab-friendly designer clothing. The lawyer speaks on her obsession for the hijab and how it motivated her into becoming a fashion designer and her journey from founding the online store out of necessity. Tambari caught up with her recently at the American Embassy in Abuja when she paid a visit to Nigeria to commemorate the International Women’s Day. What’s the concept behind your brand? The concept started five years ago when we noticed there was a void within the western market, in particular formost American women to dress properly;it was really difficult for them to find proper clothing that made them feel youthful, and not look like their parents or like they were from overseas. It was a real issue for them and that was the problem we were solving. But in addition to that there was this community aspect that was very important for us to address as well, because not only did they not have a solution when it came to clothing,they didn’t just have a space that was their own, with their own identity - who they were. So just being culturally American was also being addressed. We also wanted to create a platform where thee girls could feel as though other people where likee them and understood them; a place where they could communicate with other women. So that was the idea behind it all when it started in 2010. Then there were no other real brands like us doing what we were doing; it was really out of necessity. What are some of the challenges you have been able to overcome? Lots of challenges. I am an attorney and fashion has been a hobby; I wasn’t formerly trained in it. So we had to be very creative about problem solving. That was the one thing that I did as an attorney and I didn’t know anything about starting a clothing line and manufacturing. What I did was that I basically had a position for an assistant designer. I had about 20 girls lined up for interview. I sat them down individually and asked them questions. Through interviewing them, I came out with exactly what I wanted to do and I hired the smartest and talented one of all of them who still works with us today.
I overcame some challenges that way.Any road block that was placed in our way we were just creative about solving that problem and pushing forward. How did you get people to accept your kind of dressing in a society like America? America is so large it is very difficult to answer a question adequately. There are places within the United States where my kind of dressing is accepted and there are places you don’t see it often. Thankfully I grew up in an area where there was a large Muslim population.It was very diverse as well with all other cultures. So I started off with an understanding, or with a notion that this will be easy because I grew up where they were used to seeing head scarves. But then talking to some of my customers who came from really rural areas where there isn’t big Muslim population, I quickly understood that this is a real issue for them. What we tried and did was outreach and we promoted women stories not only within their communities but outside the communities so we can all relate with one another. We all basically want the same type of things, we are all interested in being secure and happy and feeling free. When we focus on all those commonalities, we found that it was much easier to connect and bridge the gap. Looking forward, where do you see your business in the next five years? I hope that it will be an
international brand because we are one of the few that started the movement of brands. I hope that we will be able to continue pioneering this industry as it grows and gets bigger;that we will be one of the brands that are successful enough to be internationally recognised. Speaking of expanding, do you intend to have outlets especially in Africa where there is a large number of potential clients for your brand? Our first outlet is going to be in Malaysia and we are really excited about it because it is the first time our products are going to be sold anywhere other than online.So it is a test market for us and we would see how that goes. We hope it will be really successful and we can move on to other markets. Nigeria is a good market for us; we have customers from Nigeria which always surprises us because we assume that it will be easy to find the kind of things that we sell here in Nigeria. But we are really excited to know that there is a need as well and we are looking forward to expanding to different countries. Do other cultures and religions patronise your brand? We actually have a lot of Catholic women, as well as orthodox Jewish women who cover their head. A few of them still practice that in the United States, they visit our website.We also have a lot of women who just admire the clothing that aren’t coming there for the hijab but some other clothing. Because the company is branded with hijab in the name, I think it is very clear that it is for Muslims, but we do have customers of other faith. You are in Nigeria now, in commemoration of the International Women’s Day, what message do you have for Nigerian women and women in general? My message is something that we touched on earlier which is power. We have to first educate ourselves before going to uplift ourselves and one another.Once we are educated and have that knowledge we can start to uplift ourselves and most importantly uplift other women as well, because we have to pick up those women as we pick ourselves up.We have to work together as women and not be threatened by one another. Women should be secure in who you are and what your gifts and talents are, so that you can help the next person. This is very important and it is something that we women really struggle with. My advice is not different from that of any other forward looking collection of women because it is something that as women we really struggle with.
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he amazing flared gown is a fashionistas’ latest trend. They are a flattering and versatile fit which offer feminine charm. These gowns can be worn for formal events and any other type of occasion. These dresses can be sewn with different fabrics and materials. You can’t imagine how transformed the flared dresses can make you. Completing your outfit with glitzy accessories and a pair of shoes gives you an edge over others at that event. Try a piece of flared dress for this season and achieve the classic look.
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ressing stylish is paramount for anybody, be it a man or woman, and like any other thing in life, there are rules to being stylish. When it comes to tucking in, it connotes smartness, but doing it right is also important. Many fail to understand that not all shirts are meant to be tucked in. In trying to be smart, you can end up being shabby. Here are three simple rules to bear in mind on shirts not to tuck in. • Polo shirts are not to be tucked in. They are made as just plain shirt that when tucked in could lose the essence for which it was made. • There are times you wear your shirt on a pair of jeans; you look smarter when the shirt is un-tucked and nicely worn with a good foot wear. • There are some shirts that are short, directly on the waistline or a bit below. That is an indication that the shirt was not made to be tucked in. So be smart and as you can say ‘fly’ that shirt to finish up your look with finese.
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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
SMALL BREAST AT TWENTY ONE I am 21 but my breast is small. What can I do? Safiya, Abuja. The good thing is that the physiological function of the breast, that is breastfeeding does not depend on the size. Remember you will find
somebody who will love you as you are. In case of those who can afford it, breast implant is available for enlargement.
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SUBMUCOUS FIBROID - WHAT NEXT? I am 38 years old married for two years. Last year I was told I have submucous fibroid but my doctor told me to have an HSG done. After that he is observing if I will get pregnant or not within the next six months. Doctor I am worried is it possible? Sulai, Minna.
Any symptoms like menorrhagia that is excessive menses? To be diagnosed one can established this by doing hysteroscopy. Nowadays submucous fibroid can be treated hysteroscopically instead of the usual abdominal myomectomy. In your case of two years history of infertility at thirty eight years, I would not advise trying for another six months but rather opt for immediate necessary actions. Myomectomy using hysteroscope or otherwise then address the issue of fertility. The fertility issue would be address by ovulation induction with timed intercourse or IUI as appropriate or IVF
THIRTY FIVE WEEKS AND IN PAINS My sister is pregnant and she has been feeling serious stomach pains for some days now. We went to hospital and they told us that her delivery date is near. We were not given any drug because the scan showed she was thirty five weeks gone. The pains is continuous and she can’t sleep. What do we do? Ayomiposi, Lagos
Adenomyosis! what does that mean? Please I need you to explain the medical word ‘Adenomyosis’. How can it be treated? My sister was diagnosed as her stomach swells, not that she is pregnant. Audu, Bauchi. Adenomyosis is when the endometrial tissue is located inside the uterine muscle apart from the endometrium. Endometrium is the inner lining of the womb where menstrual flow comes from. Because of this the endometrial tissue in the uterine muscle develop as if in the endometrium and to be shed during menses. It can lead to severe dysmenorrhea, menorrhagia or excessive menses and also infertility. There could be associated abdominal swelling like your sister has. If the person has completed the family size the best is to remove the uterus. In case of somebody who still desires to have more children medical dugs like danazol could be used . There are also injections usually monthly that could be used to suppress it but the problem is that it reoccurs after medical treatment if the person has not attain menopause.
At thirty five weeks the baby is still premature though has very great chances of survival. She is having premature contractions provided she has been examined and found not to be in labour. She should also be examined to rule out things that may cause this like malaria and urinary tract infection. Another possibility is mild abruptio placentae. She should monitor the fetal kicks. The best is for her to be assessed by an obstetrician especially since the pains is continuous.
RASHES AFTER SHAVING Am experiencing rashes on my vagina and armpit especially when I shaved. Doctor what do I do? Amina Okenne Since the rashes occurs whenever you shaved the remedy is either to change your shaving cream or method of shaving. There are some who react to shaving sticks but do well with shaving cream while the opposite is the case in others.
Please, kindly include your full name and where you are writing from when sending your questions. Thank you.
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5 CULTURAL FESTIVALS known to the world by PRISCA EMADU
Nigeria is rich and blessed with diverse cultural practices and festivities. Some of these festivals are world recognised, such that when they are celebrated tourists from all around the world partake in them. Among the many cultural festivities, here are five that are reckoned with worldwide. Argungu fishing festival: This is a big fishing festival that holds yearly for four days in Kebbi State, North-western Nigeria. This is one of the oldest festivals in Nigeria that is widely attended.Its origin can be traced back to the 16th century. It is a festival were fishermen contest in the River Matan Fada to catch the biggest fish. The fisher men from within and other parts of West Africa use nets and gourds to try and catch the biggest fish, so as to get the price money of N1 million. This is a festival that started as a religious rite before the time of Surame Gungu of Kebbi Kingdom, but it has been modified to what it is today and has been a cultural practice till date. Osun-Osogbo festival: This is also another yearly event that takes place in the month of July and August in Osun State, South-western Nigeria. It is a one-week cultural festival where people visit the sacred forest of Osun to pay homage to the river goddess. This is a festival that attracts international tourists anytime it is celebrated and has been in existence for a very long time. Eyo festival: This is an annual festival held in Lagos.It is a unique celebration in Nigeria were men are masked in white. It is a period when Lagos Island is masked in stunning white. Eyo is a festival that attracts thousands of tourists who come to see the costumed dances. It is believed that Eyo is a forerunner of the largest carnival in the world.
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Eyo festival
Calabar carnival: This is the longest and largest street carnival in Africa. Done during the Christmas season, it is a time when the people of Calabar and other visitors come to showcase their culture through attires and dances. It is indeed a world recognised cultural practice. New yam festival: Familiar with the eastern part of Nigeria and a long standing practice that exists till date. This is also a festival that is celebrated in other parts asides eastern Nigeria like In Leboku in Ugep, Cross River State. The cultural festival is marked with masquerades that parade themselves and dance. During the celebration of the new yam, delicacies made for the event are mainly done with yam.
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‘SHE’ Is UltraChic’ debuts Fashion brand, Tangerine Label is giving us a look into their ready-to-wear 2016 collection. Vibrant prints were mixed and matched to create chic and laid-back pieces which, according to the designer Ibeleye Egbuson, “she is ultra-chic” collection was produced with the purpose of portraying uniqueness in fashion. The collection has fun and comfort written all over it without compromising stylishness.
LeVictoria by Zephans & Co releases new collection themed ‘The Tribal Spirit’
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igerian ready to-wear fashion brand LeVictoria by Zephans & Co has launched their new collection themed ‘The Tribal Spirit’. Models for the design include TV personality Tajé Prest and Mavin boss, Don Jazzy’s personal assistant Sameera Ahmed, and others. The collection is an ode to originality with designs for the everyday lives of
real women, to inspire them to dress for themselves at unbeatable bargains as the brand aims to remain chic, trendy and affordable. The new collection combines African prints, interesting colour hues and also features silhouettes that highlight the waistline, alternating with slim-fit and full skirts.
WeizDhurm Franklyn presents his Spring Summer 2016 collection ‘Lady En Baroque’
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he collection, which was inspired by the Baroque era, is quite stunning with its combination of structured cuts and rich embroidery which gave it an ethereal
vibe. WeizDhurm Franklyn dives into the world of the baroque era, encapsulating the predominant silhouettes of his muses in structural, lustrous embroideries, rich textures; whose mind is freed of all sentimentality or urge to be accepted but more fulfilled even more in understanding who she really is and her self-worth. The collection ranges from bridal to cocktail and glamorous wear, with ball gowns in sophisticated, statement designs, plunging necklines, edgy cuts, capes, slits and much more, this collection speaks royalty and sophistication.
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Pepper soup
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Traditional three course meal
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eek days are known to be busy and stressful days for working mums as many don’t get the time to prepare special dishes for the family. But during the weekends, women tend to explore by going the extra mile in making a special dish for the family. If you are looking at giving your family that special traditional treat this weekend, here are three course meals; • Afang soup and any swallow • Goat meat Pepper soup • Zobo drink INGREDIENTS:
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Okazi/Afang leaves Water leaf Palm oil Beef Kpomo Dry fish periwrinkle Crayfish Pepper Salt and stock cubes to taste Goat meat pepper soup: Goat meat Pepper soup spice Dried grounded pepper Basil leave (Effirin) Crayfish Seasoning and salt Zobo drink Zobo leave Ginger Ripe pineapple Water
PROCEDURES: Afang soup: Wash the water leaf, then slice to tiny pieces, slice and then pound the okazi leaf. Blend the pepper, crayfish and cut the onions to tiny pieces. Boil the kpomo and beef with sliced onions in a small quantity of water, then after it is cooked add the dry fish and cook for few minutes When cooked, add the palm oil, crayfish and pepper. Once it is boiled add the afang leave, when it is less hard, add the water leaf and washed periwrinkle. Allow to mix and simmer for few minutes and your afang soup is ready. Serve with any swallow of your choice. Goat meat Pepper soup: Wash, then cut the goat meat to small pieces and cook with onions and seasoning. When boiled, add the grinded pepper soup spice, pepper and crayfish. Allow to boil and mix together, then add the basil leave, allow to simmer for two minutes. Your pepper soup is hot and ready to serve. Zobo drink: Wash your zobo leave with pineapple and put in a pot with enough water. Allow to boil for 5 minutes. Add the ginger and allow to boil for thirty more minutes. When cooked, allow to cool then drain the juice leaving the pineapple and ginger. Refrigerate and serve.
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