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T Irene Chinwe Mbanefo

his week, we have a lot of captivating content for you to use as the year draws to an end. With December fast approaching, that ravishing glow is essential for every woman, which is why we’ll be talking about how to get that ravishing December glow in the beauty segment. Also, get to know how to incorporate a vegetarian diet into your lifestyle in the health segment.

Our cover personality this week is the President of the Reading Association of Nigeria, Mrs. Irene Mbanefo.

In her interview, she shares her passion for education, literacy and a lot more. Get inspired by reading her interview.

Have a wonderful week ahead.

– Amina Alhassan

Raising literacy standards

CULINARY

Tasty and delicious yam goulash

by HALIMA ABDULRAZAK Who isn’t in love with yam?

Whatever form you like yam made, it’s one crop that all Nigerians cherish. Delicious m yam pottage, also known as yam goulash, is tasty and delicious with no stress in cooking it: it is healthy and saves cost.

Ingredients 1/2 tuber of medium size yam 5 large fresh tomatoes 3 medium red bell peppers 1 medium green bell pepper 3 garlic cloves 1 onion bulb 1/2 cup of sweet corn 2 cooking spoons of palm-oil 1 tablespoon of dry ground pepper 1 teaspoon of curry powder 1 teaspoon of thyme 1 table spoon of crayfish 2 seasoning cubes Salt to taste Procedure Blend fresh tomatoes, fresh pepper, two red bell peppers, onion and garlic cloves. Set blended purée in a pot on medium heat and leave to dry.

Note: The remaining bell pepper will be used for garnishing. Fry dry tomato purée with palm oil.

Peel the skin off the yam and

dice yam in big cubes, when yam is half-way cooked, stir in fried tomato purée.

Add crayfish, remaining seasoning cubes,

curry powder, thyme, dry ground pepper and salt to taste. Cover pot and leave to cook till yam is soft.

While that is cooking, dice ggreen bell pepper, remaining re red bell pepper and spring o onions.

Add sweet corn, diced g green and red bell peppers, stir to combine and then turn off heat.

Serve yam with fried chicken or any of your preferred protein.

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Ginger lemonade

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inger lemonade is a refreshing and delicious drink to start the day with.

It is healthy and easy to make and cleanses the body for weight loss.

Ingredients 1 piece of 10cm (70g) of ginger, peeled and chopped 1 cup (250ml) of lemon juice from about 3 to 4 lemons 1/3 cup of (80ml) maple syrup 1 liter of water 2 lemons cut into slices for garnishing

Procedure Place the ginger in a food processor or blender, add the lemon juice and process until smooth.

Add water and maple syrup and mix well. Strain out ginger pulp if desired. Serve in glasses filled with ice.

Dividers to the rescue

by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU

Has organising with limited space always been a challenge?

Not to worry, dividers have come to the rescue. Dividers are an easy and complimentary way to decorate your home and maximise space. Contrary to what many people may believe, a divider does not necessarily have to be used to divide a room, it can also be used simply as a decoration to enhance your home’s looks.

There are varieties of dividers to go for: standing, folding or the screen collections; and no matter which one you choose, it will definitely get the job done for you.

Whether you simply just want to stylishly and sleekly create more space or add a nice decorative touch, a well-selected divider will do the trick for you. Just ensure you give your home that pop it needs with a stylish and versatile divider.

IRENE C. MBANEFO

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Raising literacy standards

Educational background I attended Our Lady of Apostles’ Primary School, Yaba, Lagos, in the early 60’s and then went to Maria Regina Secondary School in the first two years and then spent the last three years at the Queen of the Rosary College, Onitsha. I finished there in 1973 and then went to the University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) in 1974 and graduated with a degree in Botany in 1979. Then I got married, went back to school again and did a postgraduate diploma in Education because I’d always wanted to teach. Even as an agricultural scientist, I still needed to teach.

Career I did my NYSC in Jos and then went to teach in Eastern Academy, Onitsha. That was my first posting by the Anambra State Government. I was there for three years before I joined my husband in Abuja as a federal staff with the Ministry of the Federal Capital Territory while waiting for the arrival of the rest of the federal staff from Lagos.

At some point they tried to merge us with the Federal Capital Development Authority (FCDA) but that didn’t work. I rose from education officer to senior education officer, then principal educational officer, then assistant chief and then chief, then assistant director and subsequently director. I retired as a director with the Federal Ministry of Education two years ago.

from a young age.

Challenges The greatest challenge I faced was after I got married to Engineer Charles Mbanefo: for years we didn’t have children. We got married in Canada, and there, being married for three to four years without children meant nothing, but here at home, it was the reverse.

We came back to Nigeria where they expect you to have children quickly, but in the midst of that, even though it looked like a challenge, it was actually a blessing in disguise because within that time, I became very good friends with my husband.

Life lessons Interview by HAFSAH Never expect much from people. Rely on what you can do for people rather ABUBAKAR MATAZU on what they can do for you. If you set Mrs. Irene Chinwe your expectations high for people, your disappointment will know no bounds.

Mbanefo is the President Most rewarding part of my career of the Reading Association I believe this was when I was Headmistress of Nigeria (RAN). The of Model Primary School in Asokoro. I love Anambra State indigene working with little children. That experience taught me that every child comes with a is from the family of Dr. wealth of knowledge limited to their size, Paul Ibuzo and she has five but if you could stand still with them for siblings. She speaks on her a moment, what they give out at you: it’s a shocker. I learnt so many lessons. career as an educationist If you are humble enough, children uniting the country via will teach you the unbelievable. So when I reading culture and a lot look at that time of my life, it was the most rewarding. That also led to opening the more.

Model Secondary School in Maitama.

Aspirations growing up Initially, I thought I wanted to be a doctor because my father started grooming me from an early In my retirement year, I was already the Deputy age and by the time I was five, I was able to treat myself President of the Reading Association of Nigeria, of everyday illnesses like malaria, stomach ache, worms so as soon as I retired, I became the president. and all that. I still love medicine because my father In between this, at some point, I did masters in trained us to be doctors without borders. During Education and an MBA in Administration with the lunch we would discuss diseases, causes of diabetes, Open University of Nigeria. treatments, asthma and other serious medical aspects As the President of RAN, I have been trying my as if we were all doctors. best to unify the states and it However, I saw what medicine did to my father: he has been very difficult but it is had no life. That’s why whatever time he had he wanted moving forward. We recently to spend it with us. He spent most of his time taking hosted the Pan African care of others. That rubbed off the shine on my desire Literacy for All Conference to become a doctor. It also created a lot of quarrels here in Abuja and we had between my father and me because he would say, “You about 21 countries here for are a natural doctor.” It was a bit selfish when I look at it five days. So I hope that has now, but in between all these I always knew my passion opened doors towards uniting for teaching. I would line up all my toys and my siblings us all for a common cause. and teach and teach.

Also, we have been able to Fond childhood memories open branches in some states We had very nice holidays. My dad was into weekend in the country with more packages and once every two years we would go on a coming up. We have a lot of big holiday: the whole family. We would just take off projects: reading clubs and somewhere: it was always such a pleasant experience. affiliations all over and people We did a lot of camping and picnics. are beginning to understand the necessity of reading.

Joys of motherhood Growing up When the children were growing up, my mother warned me and told me to hold my children, work with Those were lovely days. We them and work around them. “Hold them close to you were a big family. The girls because one day you will wake and you won’t see them. came before the boys. We used to move around in Keep memories,” she’d say. pairs. My sister, who is a doctor now, and I used to be inseparable. We looked out for each other and So the joy of motherhood is being there for your did our chores together. It was a lot of fun with so children. I stalled doing my masters just to be with much love. them because of how precious they are to me. It turned out to be worth it because I understand them even My father was a very loving and warm person. though they are all grown up now. It’s all about running He was very learned. Aside being a doctor, he was with them, crying with them, taking care of their also a lawyer and a pharmacist as well. Therefore, we scrapes. Now, they’re my advisers, encouragers and realised that literacy and education were everything

NEVER EXPECT MUCH FROM PEOPLE. RELY ON WHAT YOU CAN DO FOR PEOPLE RATHER ON WHAT THEY CAN DO FOR YOU. IF YOU SET YOUR EXPECTATIONS HIGH FOR PEOPLE, YOUR DISAPPOINTMENT WILL KNOW NO BOUNDS

TAMBARI SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2017

IRENE C. MBANEFO they’re the ones cheering me.

Typical day When I wake up in the morning, I check my plans for the day because I map out all I need to do after my water therapy. So I go by how I plan my days because my days vary.

Most cherished gift During my first wedding anniversary, my husband gave me a pair of gold studded pearl earrings. 37 years later, I still cherish that moment when he handed them to me.

How I met my husband I met his mum before him because he was overseas for a long time. Their house is a walking distance from ours, and some of his brothers lived on our street. She was friends with my mum and one day she said that her son in Canada must marry me. So from then I would hide as soon as I saw her and she would come bearing gifts like fruits and such. My mum would tease me to death about it. But eventually we met and I had not realised that she had been telling him about me. I was in the university and he came with his cousin to spy on me. I was good friends with him and so I was talking with him and there was this guy with him so I asked, “Who is that?” he introduced us, we met, got to know each other and we decided to get married.

Most cherished attribute of his It’s his voice: he has a very deep voice and most times when I put my head on his chest, the rumble when he’s speaking, I’ve never felt anything like it before.

Top things on my wish list I would love to see my daughter and my son get married. I would like more grandchildren. I would love to age gracefully in health, and I also wish my husband to continue ageing gracefully too.

Favourite music on replay Gospel: I love listening to Don Moen.

First app I check in the morning/ bedtime The Olive Tree: my Biblee app. tem(s) Favourite fashion item(s) I like cut off trousers.

Flats or heels? d stilettos, but even if I prefer flats. I never liked en it has to be half an I’m going to wear heels, then inch.

What I wouldn’t be caught wearing Spaghetti strap sleeves. stination Favourite travel destination I like Chicago: I seem to bond well with the city.

How I relax I play golf: I try to play att least once in the middle of the week.

Favourite quote “With God all thing are possible.”

Favourite food I enjoy eating hot boiled yam with pepper.

Definition of style Comfort.

Favourite fashion designer dI I design what I wear and wing at make it myself. I started sewing the age of five.

Favourite perfume, bag and shoes r.

Poison by Christian Dior. ave For shoes and bag I don’t have favourite.

Mum’s advice that he stuck with me over the years Whenever she opens herr vice. mouth, she spoke good advice.

She used to sing a song for me in hen Igbo. I could not speak it then

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as I learnt Igbo as a grown up. She translated it for me. “Irene, you will be what God has destined you for and nothing anyone says can stop you but you have to choose to keep to the will of God for your destiny.”

Favourite sport, car, colour and weather I love golf. I love blue. For car, I love Lamborghinis: it is such a beautiful and sleek car, and I love autumn: the colours are beautiful.

Favourite day of the week I’m a Monday person: I look forward to it because after the long weekend, I am well rested and ready for the week.

Beauty routine I do my nails once in a while. I wash my face every night and leave it fresh without applying anything. I don’t really use makeup: just an eye pencil; that’s it.

Role model(s) Jesus Christ.

Looking back, what I would tell a younger me I would tell her not to climb as many trees and not to aim at living on top of a tree. I would also tell her to be less adventurous and a bit more feminine and not to run with the pack: Be yourself at all times no matter the situation or condition.

SOCIETY NEWS

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DJ Cuppy honoured with “Alumni Artistic Achievement Award” from NYU Florence Otedola, popularly known as DJ Cuppy has bagged the Alumni Artistic Achievement Award from the New York University where she completed her Masters in Music Business.

Both her parents, billionaire Femi Otedola and Nana Otedola joined their daughter in celebrating her honourable feat.

Cuppy has also ventured into making music herself with her newly released single, “Green Light” featuring Tekno.

MY HUSBAND HAS A VERY DEEP VOICE AND MOST TIMES WHEN I PUT MY HEAD ON HIS CHEST, THE RUMBLE WHEN HE’S SPEAKING, I’VE NEVER FELT ANYTHING LIKE IT BEFORE

Etti emerges winner of Vlisco Fashion Fund A winner has emerged from the 2017 Vlisco Fashion Fund. Oluwakayode Etti of the “Skentele

by Etti” fashion brand went home with the sum of 2 million naira and a masterclass as well.

Nigerian textile brand, Vlisco launched the Vlisco Fashion Fund to support upcoming fashion designers in growing their brands in the fashion industry.

Vlisco is an African textile giant that has been creating textiles since 1846 and is the company behind Wax Hollandais and Dutch Wax and remains the only brand still creating authentic Dutch Wax today.

The VVF initiative aims to empower entreprenuers in the fashion scene to reach their full potential of creativity by impacting knowledge of fashion talents both in Africa and the world at large.

About 500 people applied for this year’s edition in which only 40 were selected for an interview. Amongst the judges were Lanre Da Silva, Joan Ibuzo, Afua Osei, Dotun Akande, Mr. Uche and Mr. Ethan.

Skentele by Etti is an Afrocentric brand dedicated to portraying African designs mixed with accents of western styles and is steadily making it’s mark in the fashion scene.

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How to get that December glow

By HALIMA ABDULRAZAK B

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oliday season is fast approaching, not forgetting that Christmas is around the corner and it would not be nice to start your holiday with scruffy skin.

Therefore, give your body a sweet and beautiful glow this season with a few tips to start the holidays with.

Make sure you eat well to stay healthy; eating lots of protein and nutritious fruits and vegetables will go a long way in making your skin shine. Cut down on eating sugar and salt; which can make your face bloated.

If you are not getting enough vitamins and minerals, try taking multivitamins, and don’t forget to work

out during the weekends: it is healthy for your body and will make you stronger.

Avoid touching the face and picking pimples as doing so can leave permanent scarring which is bad. Instead consult a dermatologist. It will go a long way to glow your skin.

Make sure to use body tonner frequently.

Wash off make up before bedtime and make it a daily routine to avoid makeup clogging up your pores, which can cause breakouts while sleeping, and make the skin dry and flaky.

Try exfoliating your skin monthly to get rid of dry and dead skin cells. Use face mask and scrub regularly. Most importantly protect your skin from the sun and apply sunscreen when outside. The harsh climatic weather is not good for the skin.

Nurture and protect your skin for a dashing and youthful glow this December.

With additional information from the internet

DO YOU KNOW... THAT EATING BALANCED MEALS MAKES YOUR SKIN GLOW?

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Incorporating a vegetarian diet into your lifestyle

by HAFSAH ABUBAKAR MATAZU b

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oing vegetarian sounds daunting because cutting off meat and dairy isn’t easy: especially if you’re someone who’s used to junk or binge eating.

But the idea isn’t to transit at once, but rather, to incorporate it into your diet. By doing this, your body

will become used to the new stuff going in and will thank you for it in the long run. According to Dr. John Ankama of Nasara Specialist Hospital, Kaduna, following a few relatively easy steps can help you achieve this.

Learn as much as you can: Familiarise with what it means to go vegetarian. Get to know the benefits and prepare yourself for the transition. Less meat, more vegetable and plant-based meals will do the trick. If possible, make your partner or family join in so that you’re not the only one going vegetarian.

Add before you subtract: Start adding the beans, vegetables, grains and the like into your diet.

Experiment with recipes till you find some that you enjoy. There are definitely recipes for your taste.

Then you can switch some of your regular foods with it.

Continue motivating yourself: When you remind yourself why you made the choice to incorporate a vegetarian diet into your lifestyle; such as the health benefits and the changes, you will appreciate your effort more and in turn, the desire to go back will not seem too inviting.

Keep a positive vibe always: Instead of pondering on the foods you’re not eating, focus on the new dishes you’re enjoying. Don’t forget that there is a way to twist almost any dish into a more vegetarianfriendly version.

With additional information from the internet

TAMBARI SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2017

Dr. Nathaniel Adewole, MOBILE: 0803 8039182 EMAIL: nadewole2013@gmail.com

Discharge while stooling I discharge every time I am stooling. The discharge comes from my private part – Zayyana, Ilorin Since the discharge comes from your vagina, it is likely that it is not only when you are stooling. You need to observe it more closely. Any associated itching? You will need antifungal pessary and cream, and if necessary, after laboratory investigation, oral medication may be needed.

Pain after ejaculation Is it normal for me to have pain on my manhood after ejaculating? – Femi, Ibadan It is not normal to have pain after ejaculation. How long does the pain last? Any associated lower abdominal pain or pain when you are urinating? I suggest you go for urethra swab or take your semen for microscopy, culture and sensitivity.

There may also be need to identify your sexual partner(s) for investigation and treatment. You will most likely need antibiotics.

Smelly discharge I am 23 years old and have been suffering from vaginal discharge for a long time. I thought it was a normal thing.

However, what disturbs me is the bad smell and some white hair on my pubic region. Please prescribe drugs for me – Agatha, Shendam There are two general rules I will like to advise our women to adhere too. First, see a doctor early once you notice any abnormality. Lackadaisical attitude is what makes us pick cancer up in most cases. Also, that is why people will not know they are hypertensive even when there is history of persistence of a condition until stroke occurs.

Secondly, avoid the shortcut of always asking for prescription over the phone. The malady has become so much. We must know that physical examination is critical in diagnosis and proper management.

Concerning your question, since there is a bad smell, it is likely a case of Pelvic Inflammatory Disease (PID), so there is need for microbiological test to know the appropriate antibiotics.

Concerning the white hair, are you sure it is not the discharge that colours it? You are 23 so it cannot be age related. Kindly see your gynaecologist. Your partner needs to be treated too.

1 stillborn, 1 dead infant and now CS I delivered twice: first a stillborn, the second died a day after delivery. I am currently eight months pregnant. I was surprised when my doctor told me that he would do a caesarean section (CS) on me. I had delivered twice, I am not short, and even from the doctor’s explanation; the baby is not too big. Why CS? – Nneka, Abuja It’s something that baffles me always that despite our education in this Computer Age we still have so much aversion to operations; especially CS. The kind of unbelievable taboos, old woman fables and cultural beliefs that still surround delivery by CS make a lot of us in the medical line to wonder whether we are still going back to the Stone Age. I have seen women painfully losing two to three babies consecutively through stubbornness and aversion for abdominal delivery.

I have always told women that the most important thing is not the mode of delivery but that you and your baby or babies are alive and healthy.

Your first baby died before delivery and the second within one day: both are perinatal deaths, also known as perinatal mortality (PNM); that is the cause of death is likely to include problems during process of delivery-obstetric causes. Why will you want to take risk with the third pregnancy?

I advice that you heed the counsel of your obstetrician and deliver the baby through the CS before labour sets in.