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HADIZA MUHAMMAD ABUBAKAR

An inspiration for the ambitious girl child

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CO N T E N T S Hi, there!

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e all want to look fabulous and finding the right fashion piece for our body types can be the difference between a wardrobe malfunction and an outstanding first impression. So, if you’re looking for the perfect dress for your body type, then this is the edition for you.

As our men folk know, a clean-shaven man speaks volumes. Don’t be left out on tips on how to get the perfect shave.

On our Ramadan Menu this week, is liver sauce and boiled plantain with vegetables. It sure will leave you asking for more.

Speaking on asking for more, our personality this week, is Hajiya Hadiza Muhammad Abubakar, she is the first lady of Bauchi state. She is an inspiration as she took on challenging jobs to prove that women can actually make a mark if they set their minds to it. Her story is truly inspirational.

Remain fabulous.

Ramadan Mubarak!

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HADIZA MUHAMMAD ABUBAKAR An inspiration for the ambitious girl child The

Team Ag. Editor Amina Alhassan Writers Mulikatu Mukaila Prisca Ekokuje Emadu Ipadeola Bukola Jamila Iliyasu Designer Ballie Kafran

MEN’S FASHION //11

KEEPING A CLEAN SHAVE FASHION //15

DRESSING FOR YOUR BODY TYPE RAMADAN KITCHEN //14

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STEPPING OUT IN

MAIMUNA

CLASSIC VEILS

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he veil is another fashionable item that completes a woman’s wardrobe, especially among women in the Northern part of Nigeria. Most women who use veils to complement their outfits always put on what will go with either the colours of their outfit or any fashion item such as handbags or shoes.

From the several combinations of lace fabric, silk fabric, as well as the African prints fabric, there is always a way of blending well with veils. To top it all, when you use a veil on your outfit, it doesn’t only beautify you, but it makes you feel safe and well covered.

The veils adds that classic and unique touch to a woman’s dressing.

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I N T E R V I E W // HADIZA MUHAMMAD ABUBAKAR

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HADIZA MUHAMMAD ABUBAKAR An inspiration to the ambitious girl child interview by AMINA ALHASSAN

The story of Hadiza Muhammad Abubakar is refreshing one of shining examples of educated women in northern Nigeria. Her story is an inspiring one for the ambitious girl-child in the north desirous of getting the best of western education without compromising her religious belief. Her story is inspiring and significant. Enjoy the read.

Background

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was born into the respectable family of Alhaji Abdullahi Yarima Yusufu and Hajiya Fatima Lalla, on the 1st of December 1958, in the ancient city of Kano. My father was a descendant of Malam Umaru Dallaji, the first Fulani emir in Katsina who established the Dallazawa dynasty which ruled for one hundred years. I am the second child in a family of fourteen. I am married to Muhammed Abdullahi Abubakar, the Executive Governor of Bauchi state.

I had my primary education at Rafindadi Primary School, Katsina from 1963 to 1970 immediately after which I gained admission into the famous Government Girls College, Dala, Kano and graduated in 1974.

With a very good result in the West Africa School Certificate Examination, I didn’t have any problem securing admission into the university the same year I completed my secondary education. I was admitted into the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Kaduna State in 1974 where I studied English Literature and graduated with BA (Hons) Literature.

On completing my first degree, I proceeded to do the mandatory one-year National Youth Service and was posted to WTC Gezawa, Kano where I taught English. At the end of the service year in 1979, I secured employment with NTA Kano the same year and started there a career in administration which lasted a decade. I started as Administrative Officer II and rose through the ranks to the post of ManagerAdministration before leaving the organization in October 1990. While at the NTA, I was presented with the Best Staff Award.

I got a job with the Central Bank of Nigeria in 1990. There, I spent twenty-one years during which I took up several challenging responsibilities. At a time, I was appointed the first female Branch Controller in Bauchi Branch, in acting capacity because of the confidence the management reposed in my competence and ability. I received the Best Staff Award in 2004 in recognition of my exceptional service. I voluntarily retired from the bank in June 2011, as the Director, Branch Operations Department.

My insatiable quest for knowledge made me return to my alma mater, the Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria in 2006 for a Masters degree in Public Administration. I also hold a certificate in Human Resources from the London Management Centre, United Kingdom, in addition

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HADIZA MUHAMMAD ABUBAKAR //

to attending various international Human Resource programmes, professional courses, conferences and seminars both in Nigeria and abroad.

As a devout Muslim, I will say that my faith has impacted positively on my professional career. I am a member of Al- Ansar, Federation of Muslim Women of Nigeria, FOMWAN and Jamiyyatul Birri Women Association, Bauchi State Chapter. I am also a member of the Nigerian Institute of Management.

My hobbies are reading, listening to music and philanthropy.

Aspirations growing up For a very long time when I was growing up I had always wanted to be a medical doctor so that I can help the sick. This childhood aspiration was further given an impetus by my father who was a trained pharmacist and whose activities revolved around the hospital. He was always talking about drugs, medication and expressing concern about people taking the right medication for their ailments. I remember how he made us (his children) line up to take Daraphrim every Sunday to prevent malaria. I really wanted to take after him.

I also recall that he had a collection of medical encyclopedia which came with a collection of children classic that he made me read.

It was while I was in secondary school that I developed my interest in literature as a subject. I loved reading, I loved poetry and my mastery of the subject at that level was legendary. So with very good grades in my West African School Certificate Examination I had no problem securing admission to the prestigious Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria where I studied literature, a subject I had fallen in love with right from Secondary School. I graduated in 1978 with B.A(Hons.) in Literature.

Combining home front and profession I’ve had a professional career spanning 31 years, 10 of which I spent at the Nigerian Television Authority and the remaining 21 years at the Central Bank of Nigeria. I can tell you that it had not been easy especially with the kind of busy schedule I operated which entailed staying long hours at work, traveling, long meetings, etc.

All these translated to long hours away from home and my family.

But Alhamdulillah I have been particularly lucky. I had the support of my husband and family. They were always there for me and they never complained. My husband believed in me so he encouraged me and spured me on. He would always say “Yes, I know you can do it”.

My mother in-law was also very supportive.

She never

complained. She was exceptional.

In the course of my career, I was also privileged to have my siblings always around me. This included my sisters-in-law. They helped out in taking care of the homefront whenever I was away. Above all, I think I’ve been blessed with understanding children.

Additionally, I did not bring official matters back home. I did all the work in the office so that when i returned home I spent quality time with my family. That made it easier.

Meeting my husband and our secret to our bond getting stronger We met at the School of Basic Studies at ABU Zaria during our registration as new intakes.

He, in the company of his friends and I in the company of mine, met several times

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during the induction programmeand kept bumping into each other at the different registration points. We thought it was mere coincidence. It was much later that we got to know it was a deliberate act and that he and his friends actually followed us to get our attention.

Naturally, girls being girls, we kept pointing fingers at each other as to whose attention he was after until he finally approached me and said he had a mission. That was how the relationship started. We courted for five years before we got married in 1979.Since then, we have remained the best of friends and are grateful to the Almighty for the five wonderful children and five grandchildren that he has blessed us with.

I BELIEVE IN DOING THINGS RIGHT AND SO WHATEVER I HAVE TO DO, I DO IT TO THE BEST OF MY ABILITY. I DON’T BELIEVE IN HALF MEASURES. I ALSO BELIEVE IN JUSTICE AND FAIRNESS. The secret for our bond getting stronger lies in the fact that we are both committed to the relationship and have a lot of respect for one another. We have also kept the romance of our relationship alive by doing those things that we’ve always enjoyed doing during our courtship.

Personal mantra in life I believe in doing things right and so whatever I have to do, I do it to the best of my ability. I don’t believe in half measures. I also believe in justice and fairness.

Where women should to be placed in the society I like women to be placed in their rightful position which is alongside their male counterparts. They should tag along and not lag behind. Women have the capability and ability to be where men are, therefore they should be given the opportunity to realize their full potentials.

They should be encouraged, supported, empowered and also be so recognized.

Three fashion accessories I always have on me Veil, handbag and wristwatch.

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I N T E R V I E W // HADIZA MUHAMMAD ABUBAKAR Fond childhood memories My fondest memories as a child were those of my growing up days in Katsina. I had the privilege of staying with my grandparents during my formative years. I really enjoyed my stay with them because they spoilt me a lot . I had everything any child would want from love, attention, clothing, toys, books, etc. They would even ask my choice on what to prepare for either lunch or dinner. I and my other cousins would all eat our meals together from the same bowl, the boys separate from the girls. Call it group eating. It was real fun.What made it even more exciting was the fact that whenever food was served , we would all rush to it and whoever got there first would go for the meat.

Weekends were particularly made special with special treats. We would all look forward to that.

A variety of dishes would be prepared while our uncles and aunts would come visiting. Indeed, it used to be a happy occasion for all.

During my childhood days in Katsina, I also had the best teaching from my grandfather who was a retired teacher. Although he would go to work in the morning at the Emirate Counsel, he still gave us his time and attention when he returned home. Staying with him for the rest of the day was like being in a school. He would teach us how to read the Quran and the teachings of the religion. He would also tell us stories about life and lessons to be learned from it. These were stories

that sharpened our skills and expanded our knowledge base. He would ask us questions on a variety of issues from religion, culture, current affairs, and hausa literature.

He even taught us hausa poetry.

He really taught me a lot.

Indeed, my grandfather had a great impact on me because he inculcated in me the spirit of hard work, honesty, respect for all persons and fearlessness. I learnt from his humility, selflessness, sacrifice, generosity and above all, his love for his family. I recall how every month he would share his salary among all his relations. We eagerly looked forward to that time of the month because we were made to run the errands and we looked forward to getting our “tukwici”.

I also cherished the memory of my childhood with my parents in Kano. Part of what I remember most is that each year when my father, who was a civil servant, is on his annual leave, we would all travel to Katsina to stay for a while.

During our stay there, we would pay visits to all our relations and friends of our parents. It is during such visits that we get to spend some time with our uncles, aunts, cousins and even make new friends. We also get to receive a lot of gifts. Many people would visit our house too and there was always a lot to eat and drink.

We would play music from a

I LOVE WALKING WHICH MAKES ME FIT. MY BEST BOOK FOR NOW IS THE GLORIOUS QURAN. SINCE MY RETIREMENT, I’VE BEEN TRYING TO PERFECT HOW TO READ IT SO I’VE MADE IT MY INDISPENSABLE DAILY COMPANION gramophone which my mother owned and dance and dance and dance.

Best sport, book and movie, fashion designer and perfume I love walking which makes me fit. My best book for now is the Glorious Quran. Since my retirement, I’ve been trying to perfect how to read it so I’ve made it my indispensable daily companion. I love watching comedies. It makes me laugh and relax. I don’t have any best fashion designer. I buy and wear anything that appeals to me and I feel comfortable in. I like simple flowing gowns because it accommodates most fashion ethics. You can conveniently put it on as a casual, dinner or evening wear as well as an official outfit. I like and wear mostly African designs. As for perfume, I have no single best.

I like light, floral scents. I don’t like strong perfumes.

Best travel

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destination and why Dubai is my best travel destination because it is beautiful and homely.

They have an amiable weather except during summer. Their environment is friendly and so are their people. Whatever you’re looking for, just name it, you’ll find in Dubai How women can be change agent in the society With the new government in place, I believe women should not fold their arms and wait to see what will happen. They must contribute by adding their voices and participating to see that the change everyone is yearning for is achieved. This they can do by coming together to ensure that their rights are not violated and that the society gives them the opportunity to realize their potentials.

Above all, they should embark on advocacy visits and organize seminars, workshops and townhall meetings to sensitize the community on government policies and programmes that will generate employment, create wealth and provide empowerment and how they can derive maximum benefits from them.

As a woman and the Wife of The Executive Governor of Bauchi State, I will use my position to advocate for change and together with the women of the state we will, by the grace of God, achieve this feasible goal.

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AGBOKIM WATERFALLS //

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AGBOKIM WATERFALLS:

by PUPWAYA TIMOTHY DIBAL

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s humans, we love adventure because it makes us know new places and also witness beautiful and nature’s creation we never thought existed in our country-Nigeria.

We are most times left with long lasting memories of such experiences.

Looking for where to go? Then, Cross River is the right place. This state is blessed with a lot of wonderful and natural creations. One of such place is the Agbokim Waterfalls. A waterfall is a place where water flows over a vertical drop in the course of a stream or river.

The Agbokim Waterfalls is situated about 17 kilometres from Ikom and 315 kilometres from Calabar in the Etung Local Government Area of Cross River State near the NigerianCameroon border. The nearness of the waterfalls makes travellers and tourist have an opportunity for cross border experience.

The waterfall is made up of seven streams which cause a sequence of small water over steep cliff, providing

a seven faced falls. It actually sits on the Cross River and descends in terraces, through the tropical rainforest.

The rainforest in itself is scenic as it looks lush and green. The fall is also surrounded by steep hills and valleys which are enclosed in a rainbow-like atmosphere. The waterfall is a very picturesque, appearing as an amazing falling sheet of water. It has been listed as one out of the 7 wonders of Nigeria project and it is highly recommended for picnics plus it offers the very best when it comes to places to visit for tourists.

A visit to this fall assures you of an amazing opportunity to witness the richness and natural wonders of Mother Nature at its finest. The fall is surrounded by lush greenery, valleys and steep hills which are enveloped in a rainbow-like aura. Its freshness is captivating and has an alluring serenity.

It is also the ideal location for a vacation to getting back into nature and regaining your creative productivity and general well being.

When to visit the Agbokim Waterfalls?

Agbokim Waterfalls is most spectacular during the rainy season when on a lucky day you have a chance to see the rainbow across the face of the waterfall.

If you are lucky, you will catch the falls at a time when the mist drifting from

the crashing water conjures up rainbow colours. It can also serve as a great spot for the Sallah (Eid eil-Fitr) celebrations with family and friends.

Give it a try and visit this breath taking place and you won’t regret it.

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Cinnamon Facial Mask

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1. MODEL 2. CINNAMON STICK 3. HONEY 4. ORANGE 5, CINNAMON POWDER 6. CINNAMON PASTE

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lackheads are persistent problems for women. People of any age can have problems with blackheads on their skin, but most often it is an issue during the teenage and adolescent years.

Blackheads are small yellow or black bumps that form when a clog develops in the opening of hair follicles due to a combination of excess sebum and buildup of dirt and dead skin cells.

Factors like hormonal changes in the body, excessive use of cosmetic products, improper skin care, stress and genetics contribute to this problem. Blackheads commonly occur on the face, particularly the nose and cheeks. They can also appear on the chest, back, neck, arms and shoulders. If left untreated, they can spur acne breakouts which will end up leaving the face with black spots which can be very embarrassing and discomforting.

FAC I A L C A R E

Preparing

There are many prescription medicines for the treatment of blackheads, but you can always try natural treatments. With simple ingredients easily found in most kitchens, you can treat your blackheads within a few days.

A number of natural ingredients, including cinnamon, which you can get from your kitchen, can help eliminate blackheads and smoothen your face.

with MULIKATU MUKAILA

THE MASK 1. Mix a little amount of cinnamon powder, lemon juice and a pinch of turmeric powder (optional).

2. Spread it on your face, leave it on for 10 to 15 minutes and then rinse it off with lukewarm water.

Alternatively, mix a little portion of cinnamon powder and honey to form a thick paste. Apply it on the affected area

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before bed and leave it on overnight.

In the morning, wash your face well with water. For best results, follow this remedy daily for a week. You will be amazed at the results.

DO YOU KNOW...

DO YOU KNOW THAT WHEN YOU PLACE A SLICE OF CUCUMBER ON YOUR EYE LIDS, IT HELPS TO ELIMINATE SWOLLEN BAGS UNDER THE EYES?

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DR. NATHANIEL ADEWOLE //

W O M E N’ S H E A LT H Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada - FCT. MOBILE: 0803 803 9182 EMAIL: nadewole2013@gmail.com

YET TO SEE HER FLOW BIG TUMMY AND FACIAL HAIR I used to have flat tummy, but early this year I had polystic ovary and I was given medication but now my tummy is beginning to increase and I still feel pain in the lower right side of my abdomen. What do I do? Are there drugs that can stop the growth of facial hair and stretch marks?

Worried girl, Maiduguri.

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am not surprised you are worried. Ladies pay great detail to their appearance which is normal. From the tone of your question most likely you are a teenager or a young lady. Also classical signs of polycystic ovaries like unusual male pattern hair growth like facial hair is present.

Also it is not only your tummy that is bigger but you are getting fatter too which resulted in the stretch marks.

To stop the facial hair could be by cosmetic or medical using drugs. Anti androgenic drugs may be used but it takes time, three to six months.

Other methods which are physical methods including waxing, electrolysis and laser therapy . A dermatologist might be needed to handle stretch

My friend did an abortion of 1month pregnancy on the 27th may 2015 and its a month now and she hasn’t seen her period (menstrual flow) she’s sad and worried. She also had a pregnancy test yesterday which turned out negative. Please, what is the problem? Help me, Henry, Abia State

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here is no cause for alarm. After abortion or miscarriage, resumption of menses varies from one person to another. Some experience the return of menses immediately that is the next month. This group of people can even be pregnant again without seeing their period at all. In some others it may take upto four months before menstruation will occur. In case it is getting upto six months after miscarriage or abortion and no menses then the patient should see her gynaecologist.

Reassure her and let her relax her mind. Ironically undue worried will delay the menses further.

marks All these are symptomatic treatment. Lifestyle changes reduction of weight and by extension ‘BMI has been effective in reversing the changes from polycystic ovaries with even return of menses to normal.

One treatment of polycystic ovaries that has not been exploited much in Nigeria is “OVARIAN DRILLING” which is an endoscopic procedure to treat this condition. It has been proven effective and is even available in the country now.

I must also not allow yourself to be weigh down by the physical changes. Do not allow yourself to,loose your self confidence. Remember their is a way out and it could be treated.

CAN HE WITHSTAND THE STRESS OF THIS SURGERY?

My father has tumor on the jaw and is aged, seventy five year old. Can he withstand the stress of the surgery?

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peration for the elderly has its own challenges. This is because of other co morbidity or co existing problems associated with ageing. For example things like high blood pressure, some has background diabetes, also regenerative power of cells has reduce among others? Anaesthesia in the elderly is also a challenge. They elderly tolerance of anaesthesia is lower than the young and recovery is also a challenge.

The first step is to assess the extend of surgery needed, the type of anesthesia that is most

appropriate and the physical, state of the patient.

Concerning assessment pre operative assessment is graded foe example 1 to V. Those with ASA 1 to III has a very good chance while caution has to be exercise in those in class IV and V. In the latter group the benefit has to be weighed against the risk.

I will suggest you let your father be assessed in a tertiary health centre or hospital where there is top level expertise. They will be able to assess the risk and if need be go ahead with the operation.

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USING THE RIGHT ACCESSORIES FOR THE RIGHT OUTFIT

by PRISCA EKOKUJE EMADU

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ccessorising can be a life saver or destroyer to your look, it can be the easy way out to making that simple outfit look stunning or making a dashing outfit look less stylish and over bearing.

Accessories range from bags, shoes, wrist watches, hand bangles, earrings and necklaces.

In accessorising, colours, scale and style of the piece should be considered.

• Colours: When wearing neutral colours like black or white, accessorising in any colour would be well accepted. But when wearing a colourful outfit, make sure the colour of your accessory goes with the outfit and not clash with it.

• Scale: When wearing clothes that are heavy with designs, it is best you go for

simple accessories that would augment your outfit, instead of making it look too busy.

• Style: Another pointer is the style of the outfit. For example, a turtle neck dress can be accessorised with big and bold stud earrings with no neck piece while a V-neck dress can be well accessorised with bold neck piece and nice earrings. A simple black shirt on jean can look dashing with the right accessories to go with it.

Accessorising is very important as it can expand your wardrobe by making a single dress look different. To look your best always, have nice accessories, coordinate them well with your outfit, and you will be sure to always look fab.

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SHAVING STICK

SHAVING BLADE

SHAVING CREAM RESTORING BALM RES RESTO RE STO S TO

KEEPING A CLEAN

SHAVE

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any men take little pleasure in shaving their beards but keeping a clean and well shaved beard should be mandatory if you want to be accorded professional and casual respect. Staying well shaved also improves your ability to attract others, especially those who may otherwise get disgusted at the sight of a full beard.

For those men, here are tips on how you can achieve that smooth, tidy and clean face.

1. Choose a suitable shaving cream that is good for your body skin as a wrong product can enhance after shave bumps which would make your face look rough and unkempt.

SHAVING CREAM

2. Have good shaving blades that also work in perfection with your skin type, be it soft or hard.

3. Know how fast your beard grows and create days in intervals to shave.

4. When shaving, it is best to wash your face and beard first before applying the shaving cream, this would help open your pores and also make your hair and stubble softer. It also makes it easier to remove hair completely.

5. Lastly, it is best you apply an after shave cream to further enhance smoothness and prevent unwanted skin reaction.

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LAMB SHOULDER

“Mary had a little lamb because you didn’t cook it” – Gordon Ramsay. I doubt we could have made it any clearer. We never knew Mary but I would count her and her little lamb very lucky. The mouth-watering texture of lamb in your mouth is enough to over-indulge in our dish. A whole lamb shoulder slow cooked and seasoned with spices before being roasted over charcoal – Excuse me, While I place an order!

INGREDIENTS & SPICES USED TO MARINATE LAMB SHOULDER

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TOMATOES: If you have never had this red beauty in a sandwich or a salad, then it’s really incomplete.

Tomatoes with its redness are a good source of Vitamins A, C, K, foliate and potassium very low in sodium, saturated fat, cholesterol, and calories.

The Vitamin K helps improve your eye-sight while the Vitamin A & C fight the free radicals which can cause cell damage. The beta-carotene found in them also help in protecting the skin against excessive UV rays. In Nigeria, the intensity of the sun would make you increase the intake of this red beauty. The lycopene found in tomatoes can reduce the risk of several cancers, including prostate, cervical, mouth,

HONEY: Yum! Yum! Even Winnie the Pooh knew how sweet honey was he found it rather difficult to share this. Have you ever wondered just how honey was made? Bees, which are insects but usually considered pests during the summer, play an integral part in the production of honey. The more natural the honey is, the more effective it is. As it goes through the various stages of production it goes through before it ends up on the supermarket shelves, it is ripped of all its nutrients. Put a few teaspoons of this into hot water with some lemon can act as an instant relief for chesty coughs. It is also a great substitute to processed white sugars for sweetening your coffee on the go. According to research giving raw honey to infants under the age of 1 may cause infant botulism, which is a rare but serious gastrointestinal sickness caused by exposure to bacterial spores. The way this is infused into this platter is our little secret!

STAR ANISE: Its botanical name is known as “Illicium Verum”, but commonly referred to as star aniseed. It’s obvious it got its name due to its unique structure. Apart from cooking, this is used in baking and a major ingredient in liquor production. The star anise is used as a flavour enhancer in Indian cuisines. Research examined the impact of anise on epileptic seizures and results showed that anise helped reduce the frequency and duration of seizures. It is believed that anise offers neuroprotective properties and may also improve the plasticity of synapses in the brain.

Trying to over-sell the dish only keeps you wondering and keeps Wakkis waiting, the only way you can satisfy your curiosity and taste buds is by treating you and your friends to this dish.

For the healthy nuts out there, try this with our toss salad – protein & fibre – Waiter!

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FOOD // DRINKS // FRUITS//

LIVER SAUCE AND BOILED PLANTAIN WITH VEGETABLES

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Liver Fresh tomato Red bell pepper Green pepper

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Seasoning Vegetable oil Onions Salt to taste

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Plantain and vegetables are good source of dietary fiber which helps lower cholesterol level and regulate blood sugar level as well.

HOW TO COOK: 1. Wash the liver and boil with enough seasoning for about 10 minutes then chop it into cube shapes.

2. Chop all the vegetables and keep aside.

3. Heat a little amount of vegetable oil and fry the tomato, onion and pepper for about five minutes.

4. Add all spices to it and salt to taste.

5. Add the liver to the tomato sauce, also add

all other vegetables such as green pepper, and mix then keep aside.

6. Wash the plantain peel to eliminate sand from the body and boil for about ten minutes.

7. Cut and wash your spinach with warm water and salt, then heat for about two minute and separate water from the vegetable with a colander.

8. Serve with a well decorated pattern.

PINEAPPLE AND GINGER DRINK

by JAMILA ILIYASU INGREDIENTS cups water

INSTRUCTIONS

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sugar

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ginger chopped

•Mix ginger and pineapple in blender in batches until smooth, sieve, drain the water and set aside.

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• Peeled ripe pineapple •

Cucumber

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Ice cubes

•In a medium bowl add cups of water and sugar simmer until sugar has dissolved.

•Allow to chill then add some of your already sliced cucumber

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// SHOPPING IDEAS // GARDENING

BEAUTIFY YOUR WALLS WITH UNIQUE BOOK SHELVES

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properly arranged bookshelf can be as pretty as a window view therefore adding beauty and creativity to your living room.

Building a book shelve in your home does not only beautify the home but also helps you to get your books organised and safe from any damages, especially from house pest.

Book shelves also give you an idea of creating a mini library within your home which draw attention of visitors to your books it also kind

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of upgrades your personality among your peers.

While considering putting up a book shelve in your home, you can as well use an empty picture frame to create striking geometric patterns against a wall as well as borrowing a trick from interior designers, using paints that are a couple shades deeper than the living room colour. This will go a long way to beautify the walls of your home.

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DRESSING FOR YOUR BODY TYPE

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etting dressed is a whole lot easier when we know what pieces work best for our body shape. All dresses are made to fit us and make us unique, cute and chick if paired well to fit our body type.

To dress the body you have, you need to identify the six body shape listed below... From busty, hourglass, slender, pear, apple or petite to make it easier for you to find the most flattering dress and step out looking confident and classy.

Busty: The key to dressing a busty body type is to draw attention up to your face and this is achieved by choosing dresses that add curves to your hips while creating a more defined waist. But be sure not to go too short with the hemline or you will enhance a top heavy look.

Hourglass: The best dresses for this body type will accentuate your best asset, which is a well defined waist. Natural waistlines form fitted tops, v-necklines, open necklines, accentuated waistlines and wrap dresses will also look great and perfect on this body type.

OMOTOLA JALADEEKEINDE

Slender: As a slender body type, you should accentuate your long and lean physique with a fitted dress. You can also create shape with a belt around your waist or a dress that has a slit this will add a glamorous dimension.

Pear: With a pear body type, your waist is your best asset.

Just be very sure to flaunt it!

When dressing a pear body shape, the goal is to add volume to your upper body, emphasise your small waist and de-emphasise your lower body to create a balanced silhouette.

A dress with a fitted top and full or A-line skirt will be best for you.

GENEVIEVE NNAJI

Apple: As an apple body type, you typically have slim legs and a shorter undefined waist. A dress with an empire waist will help draw attention to all the right areas, and if you love your legs, be sure to show them off!

Petite: Are you the petite body type?

Then floor length gowns and full skirts tend to overwhelm your frame. Delicate, feminine dresses are a great complement to your body type.

BELLA PEDRO

SUSAN PETERS

JULY 5, 2015 TAMBARI

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