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t’s our pleasure to bring another super-packed edition of your favourite youth-friendly magazine YOUTHVILLE. It’s interesting because it’s a special edition. Nigeria marked her 55th anniversary last week and because we’re still basking in the euphoria of the celebration, we decided to bring something special to you this week. Check our REFLECTIONS page for more details on why Nigerians should embrace patriotism and respect for national symbols. Ladies always want to keep up with the latest fashion trends but doing so can be so tiring that in the end, we don’t have it. How can you remain trendy without stressing yourself? What are the fashion items that never go out of style. Our FASHION segment has it all. Don’t miss it. In our BIZWIZ segment this week, Juwairiyah Muhammed the beautiful CEO of El-armario clothing tells us how she started her clothing line. The Rotary Club of Abuja and the Aunty Jumoke Foundation have decided to do something positive in the lives of 60 students in the Pegi IDP camp. What could that be? Find out in our BACKPACK page. We’re glad to give you the best stories from the entertainment, fashion, business, and sports world. Our stories are #Fresh, #Educative and #Beautiful. No one does it better than we do. It’s DAILY TRUST YOUTHVILLE. Send your stories, pictures, comments to us via mail: youthville@ dailytrust.com and Catch us on Facebook: Daily Trust YOUTHVILLE and on twitter: @DT_YouthVille. We’d love to hear from you. Always keep a date with us every week for more exciting, educative and entertaining stories....The team wishes her readers and fans a very beautiful and blissful W.E.E.K.E.N.D!!!

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Enyeama quits international football…>>

igerian Super Eagles’ first choice goealkeeper, Vincent Enyeama said he has retired from international football. Enyeama whose brilliant saves saw Nigeria winning the AFCON nations cup in 2013 made his decision to retire known on his instagram page. His retirement is coming after he was removed from the captainship of the Super Eagles by the chief coach, Sunday Oliseh recently. Oliseh removed him after a row with the goalkeeper. A daily, @vanguardngrnews tweeted a response from Oliseh on this Thursday. “I want a captain who is disciplined. Who can motivate other players”

-Oliseh to Enyeama This disclosure got a lot of netizens reacting as to why he quit. While some have taken it in good faith, others express shock; yet some have been indifferent to the happening. Yakzoolo Ramadan posted a question: “Was he playing because of the captainship or out of patriotism?” The netizen bade him farewell in his words: “We wish him all the best and pray for his better replacement for Super Eagle.” A netizen, Jovial Abraham simply posted: “Bye bye” on Facebook just another, Jacob Anthony said its an “Old story.” In what seem not to clearly express his thoughts,

Muhammad Shuaibu Al Kasim told Enyeama “Better for you.” A cross section of Nigerians must have felt bad to hear this. A netizen identified as Nezianya Francis said, “This is a bad news.” And on Twitter, JJ. Omojuwa @Omojuwa tweeted: “Vincent Enyeama will always have my respect. I don’t know what went down in camp so can’t pass judgment but he’ll always have my respect.” Another football fan, Colin @ColinUdoh thanked Enyeama in a tweet: “I’m still on the phone with Enyeama. He’s on his way home to France. At this point, all I can say is #ThankYouEnyeama

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Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary, Cross River Finally, we have the Afi Mountain Wildlife Sanctuary. It is a wildlife park administrated by the Cross Rover State Forestry Commission and has many things to offer. Visitors can admire rare species of chimpanzees, drill monkeys and gorillas. Okomu National Park, Edo The Okomu National Park is a rain forest. It is a favourite spot for family picnics. Imagine watching above 150 varieties of birds each with its distinctive acrobatic display with your family. Children will be amazed at the sight of white throated monkey, forest elephants and other numerous wildlife species. Owu Waterfalls, Kwara This spectacular waterfall is situated in Owu Isin Local Government of the State. The water fall tumbles down 330 feet through rocky landscape to form an ice cold water pool below. There are a range of accommodation to suit any taste and budget.

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Nigera @55: Time for us to grow patriotism, revere unity symbols? Text by Eseohe Ebhota @sleek_ diva88, Simon E. Sunday @ SimonEchewofun, Ibrahim K. Sule @ikabirsule & Latifat Opoola @LAtifatOpoola

ifty five years ago, our dear country Nigeria gained her Independence from her colonial masters, Britain. We were told that that day was a remarkable time in the history of this country. The independence also gave way to the birth of our own national symbols: The flag, coat of arms, Anthem and National pledge. After Independence, Nigeria had new national symbols: the flag, coat of arms, National Anthem and pledge. Hence this week, as part of our celebration of Nigeria’s 55th independence anniversary, we decided to bring some additional information about our national symbols. Facts about the National Symbols The Flag: Prior to its invention, what we used then was “The Union Jack”. The presentday Nigerian flag was designed in 1959 and officially hoisted on October 1, 1960. The flag is a vertical bicolour of green and white. The two green stripes represent Nigeria’s natural wealth, while the white band represents peace. The flag, an adoption of the winning entry from Michael Taiwo Akinkumi in a competition held in 1959 had an original submission of a red radiating sun badge in the centre of one white vertical with a green vertical on each side. After the badge was removed by the judges, the flag has remained unchanged. Like other countries, Nigeria has special symbols for civil and naval vessels. Some of its states also have flags. Akinkumi who was a 23 year-old student then, was studying at the Norwich Technical College, England when he saw an advert calling for the design entries. Coat-of-Arms: The Nigerian coat-ofarms feature an eagle mounted on a black shield, which is trisected, by two wavy silver bands. Two white chargers support the shield, and at its base is a wreath (coctus spectabilis flowers, cast in the national colours of white and green). The Anthem/Pledge: The National Anthem used at independence in 1960, titled “Nigeria, we hail thee” was written by a Briton, Miss Williams. It was replaced in 1 October 1978, by a new anthem. The Nigerian National Anthem was replaced on October 1, 1978 by a new anthem. Mr. Ben Odiase, Director of Music of the Nigerian Police Band, composed the music. Nigerians React YOUTHVILLE spoke to a cross section of Nigerians about the significance of our national symbols and if they kept to its meanings. One of them a journalist based in Abuja, Dyep Shibayan said Nigerians no longer respect the Independence Day, as the importance attached to them continues to erode by the year. He said the kind of fanfare that used to greet the anniversary of Nigeria’s independence is no longer there, since the day would come and pass without one noticing

visible manifestation of the celebration from m Nigerians. “There has not been much meaningg attached to the Independence Day lately. If you put it on a scale of 1 - 10, I think I willll give it 4, that is less than half. “In the past, you see citizens expressingg their happiness on the day, which is no longer er there now. In the past, you see some peoplee dress white or green attires, to symbolize thee Nigeria’s independence. It not like that now, w,” he said. Speaking on the respect for the national al anthem by Nigerians, he said the retrogression n has not isolated that respect. “What I will sayy about that is simple: patriotism is actually on n the decline in Nigeria.” On his part, Mohammed Mustaphaa Malumfashi gave a contrary view, sayingg that although he acknowledges that thee g, importance of Independence Day is waning, yet Nigerians still celebrate the day. u He said during each anniversary, “You will see Nigerian flags along the roads or at traffic intersections being sold. And you seee some people putting such flags either insidee their cars or, like taxi drivers, on top of thee car. I noticed that even during last week’s’ celebration.” Some younger Nigerians believe that the patriotic hearts typical of citizens in the past is waxing cold. One Ibrahim Bako at Mararaba, Nasarawa state gave an instance “when you see Nigerians walking at public functions

disregarding a stand-still symbol when the national anthem is being recited. “Patriots are expected to stand at attention when the anthem is sung but it is no more the case. They will tell you that it is not compulsory when you confront them,” the university student said. Fatima Bello, a nursing intern around Nyanya, a suburb near Abuja lamented the eroding maintenance culture in the country. She described a typical situation where the Nigerian flag a N fl is lleft f to tear away without h replacement at a federal hospital in Asokoro, Abuja. There were more reactions as to the fate that lies ahead for younger generations. Okon Peters, an educationist at Abuja Central Area urged parents, teachers and educators to

revive the patriotism instilling strategies of primary and high schools. “Pupils and students must be compelled to recite the pledge and anthem at school assembly grounds. They should also be thought whatt patriotism is despite the stories off corruption and wrong doings they mustt have been exposed to in the presentt Nigeria,” he said. In his words, an elder Mallam m Mohammed Soba in Kaduna statee believes the new government will restoree good governance as it is the panacea forr patriotism. “If the leaders do the right thing, they will be a great role model for Nigerian to emulate and be more patriotic. The leaders must go back to the principle of nationalism which our forefathers preached,” Mallam Soba said.

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‘Somebody Great’ song is a prophecy – Korede Bello

Fashion trends that never disappear

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he world of fashion is a dynamic one. Trends rends change and that “in thing” might just go o out of fashion before you can get your hands nds on it. However, if you run out of chasing all the he latest trends, it might be worthwhile to investt in the evergreen wardrobe essentials that never go out of fashion. Each season has its own style which every fashion-conscious lady keeps track of. However it’s not always easy to keep up p with fashion trends. Now ladies, can you afford rd brushing up your entire wardrobe every few months? I bet not all can. To help you keep up with trends in the fashion world, I’ll give you a list of a few fashion items that never go out of style and would also help you cut costs: Floral prints: Floral prints are cute, flirty and feminine hence they are definitely one of those clothes that never go out of style. They can be used to sew gowns, jumpsuits, shirts, trousers, just name it. They can be worn by anyone, anytime and are available in various colours, fabrics, cuts and styles so you really have to look for one that perfectly complements your body and personality type. Scarves: They come in different types: Printed, plain, silk, cotton - you really can’t have enough of these because they can breathe life into the dullest outfits and serve as great utility items when you want to save your hair from the onslaught of a bike ride. They can make you look spunky and somber, depending on how you style them.

S l Sunglasses: They cover most of your face, but you love them. Not only do these oversized sunglasses protect you from the sun but they also hide imperfections on your face like dark circles, awful tans, and breakouts. We can say they are “lifesavers”. Wear them with anything while you look chic and classy. Fitted Jeans: I had to include this because it’s one of my favourite outfits. They’ll never ever go out of style because these trousers can be worn with anything under the sun. Every fashion conscious lady and girl has them in their closet, so there’s no denying that fitted jeans aren’t going anywhere anytime soon. Leather Handbags: These are great accessories as well as reliable friends for any busy woman. Leather handbags are valuable fashion items both in point of style and when it comes to the financial side. A high quality leather bag can cost a small fortune, especially if you buy it from a reputable store.

HEALTHNEWS>>

orede Bello, the rave of the moment in the music industry, has said that his new song entitled ``Somebody Great’’, is a prophecy to inspire people to greatness. Bello who spoke with h the local news agency in Lagos last Friday ay said he wrote the song to make people visualise sualise success in their minds and then work hard to achieve it. The new song currently rently enjoys massive airplay on radio just st like the first single, entitled ‘Godwin’ in’. “It is about the people, how we were born into this world and we don’t know how the journey ey will go and how one love will take us from nobody to somebody. dy.” he said. The ‘Godwin’ croonerr noted that before one can become ecome somebody great, he will need eed to first visualize it in the mind nd and then prophesy it. “The song is more like a prophecy for everybodyy that listens to it to be able to command mmand authority; command respect and most of all, have mental wealth,” he added. Korede Bello presently has a contractual agreement with Don Jazzy’s Mavin Records alongside Tiwa Savage, Reekado Banks, D’ija and Dr Sid. Korede Bello

Fruit facts: Get on the fruity side of life Text by Eseohe Ebhota @sleek_diva88

ruits are good sources of fibre, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants. The fibre it contains is very important for our digestive system as it helps to prevent cancer. They are an absolutely necessary part of a healthy diet. They are an amazing category of food, which perfectly combines a sweet taste with great health benefits. As such, we often overlook some fascinating facts about them. Here are some basic facts about fruits:

Fruits consist largely of water, just like the human body - Fruits are 100% bad-cholesterol free Fruits stimulate the memory They contain lots of fibre They make you feel better - They help in weight control Fruits should always form an essential part of our diet because their importance cannot be overemphasized.

ENTERTAINMENTVILLENEWS>>

Kannywood’s Zango to shoot N10m film Text from Bashir Liman, Jos

he Prince Zango Production Nig. Ltd of popular Kannywood’s actor Adam Abdullahi Zango has completed the necessary preparations to start shooting N10m film titled ‘Madugu’. The actor also known as Prince Zango disclosed this in an exclusive interview with Youthville on Monday. He stated that the locations where the ‘Madugu’ will be filmed consist of Niger Republic, Southern Kaduna, Niger state and

mountainous part of Cameroun Republic. The actor who produced another enthralling and captivating action film titled ‘Gwaska’ that gulps N8m and was released on 13 September, 2015 also explained that storyline of the ‘Madugu’ is about conflict, war- period of armed fighting, and love and history. “It has nearly similar plot to Hollywood’s films like Spartacus, Legend of the Seeker and Merlin. It is a fiction which depicts war in Northern Nigeria, but with additional costume

that differss with the traditional attires used by the warr warriors during warr in the region.” He said. aid. Zango alsoo narrated that 80% of the he budget of the film willll be spent on horses to o be used, costumes, locations and transportation. rtation.

Aim for the moon. If you miss, you may hit a star. –W. Clement Stone

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I make higher profits than my invested funds - Young tycoon, Juwairiyah says Text by Latifat Opoola @ LatifatOpoola

eing a fashion designer means one must always keep up to date with emerging fashion trends as well as general trends relating to fabrics, colours and shapes, a fashion designer Juwairiyah Muhammed has said. Juwairiyah who owns El-armario wardrobe, a clothing line in Abuja told YOUTHVILLE that although fashion is an experience of art, it is also part of her life and happiness. The 21-year-old Sociology student of Baze University, Abuja, who started her business in 2013 shortly after graduating from secondary school, said she had started designing outfits way before then. “I started designing and sketching my clothes since 2007. But I started my clothing line in 2013 after I graduated from high school. I felt it was the right time to start because I thought it was the right time for me. Young designer, Juwairiyah’s dresses being displayed “Before then whenever my Mum was increasing and pervasive influence to Nigerians. giving our clothes to the tailor she always Opportunities abound for youth called me to give the tailor what I wanted and that The young entrepreneur, who warned youths to desist motivated me,” she said. The young undergraduate who is inspired by the from being idle, said there is no place in a country like different fabrics she works with, said the business is a very Nigeria that did not offer limitless opportunities for lucrative one, boasting that she is today earning 100 times youths to take up. She advised youth to “Always recognize your passion more profit than the amount she invested in the business. “I started the business with N100,000 and today my and go for it. Be clear about the brand proposition, support it with a marketing and communication plan, gain is hundred times more,” she said. understand the importance of cash flow, funding, ‘Social media vital’ Juwairiyah said she has six staff specifically working financing, set business goals, and always know what you to attract customers through social media, owing to its want to do.”

SPORTVILLE

BBC annual Young Sports Personality nominations open

Ex Tennis players to mentor students in 150 UK schools

Young entrepreneurs face start-up challenges –Educationist, Abdullahi Razaq Abdullahi is an educationist specialising on entrepreneurship. He is currently a Desk Officer for Entrepreneurship and Business Management in FCT Secondary Education Board. He speaks on his passion for entrepreneurship and the challenges facing young entrepreneurs. Text by Abubakar Haruna My interest in entrepreneurship ntrepreneurship is something you prepare for. It is a thing of passion. I started from the commercial class in secondary school and continued through polytechnic to university level. Entrepreneurship is my passion. At the polytechnic, I read Business and Management studies, and then Business Administration at the university where I specialised on entrepreneurship. This makes me to be the employer of people and not an employee.

Young entrepreneurs face key challenges he major challenge that young entrepreneurs faced is lack of fund. I believe that the present administration is making effort to do something. We have Small and Medium Scale Enterprise Development Agency of Nigeria (SMEDAN) who should render technical assistance; there is also the Abuja Enterprises Agency. With a viable business plan at its competition, they could fund it base on the core value. The essence of this is helping trying to correct the deficiency in funding.

here is issue of government’s policy. The National Agency for Foods, Drugs Administration and Control (NAFDAC) has many requirements for starters. Young entrepreneurs who want to set up pure-water company but because of these requirements they cannot. There are other challenges including that of competition. People hardly patronise indigenous products but I believe the present administration is trying to solve this problem. Likely solutions to the challenges he policies are good but the will to execution them is lacking. The government should ensure the policies formulated are executed effectively. The Vice President said recently that SMEDAN will have more support to help young entrepreneurs.

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ominations for this year’s BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year opened last week and will run up until Friday November 13 and then the winner would be announced at a ceremony on December 20. The broadcast service, which runs a number of global sports recognition, including the BBC African Player of the Year, also recognises the best young sporting talent in the United Kingdom. Although the recognition was yet to be extended to other parts of the world, nominations for the Young Sports Personality of the Year are made to the BBC and by sports governing bodies via the Youth Sport Trust, after which a panel decides the winner from the shortlisted nominees. Young gymnast, Claudia Fragapane became the winner last year, who became the first British woman in 84 years to win four gold medals at one Commonwealth Games. Winners of the BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year have traditionally come School Games enthusiasts, and majority of them later get motivated to join sporting life. Nominees have to be 17 and under on the 1 January 2015 and the panel for this year’s BBC Young Sports Personality of the Year will be announced at a later date. “It’s truly inspiring to see the number of young people rising up across a range of sports. It’s not easy to shortlist just ten athletes from such a wealth of talent and I wish all those nominated in the best of luck,” Youth Sport Trust Head of Sport Will Roberts said.

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Young backing by tennis stars

oung people struggling with their behaviours, confidence or academic performance are to be engaged by current and former tennis players to overcome their difficulties, Britain’s Youth Sport Trust has announced. It said the move followed a three-year partnership with the Tennis Foundation where former and current professional tennis players would work in disadvantaged schools to inspire young people and help them fulfil their personal potential.

The partnership targets about 150 secondary schools and 1,500 young people across the United Kingdom.. Youth Sport Trust Chief Executive Officer Ali Oliver said during the launch of the partnership that “We are delighted to grow our relationship with the Tennis Foundation, combining the Youth Sport Trust’s considerable experience in raising achievement and athlete mentoring with the power of tennis and the inspiration of elite players.

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Failure will never overtake me if my determination to succeed is strong enough. – Og Mandino

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1.5m Bauchi youth to receive computer training Text from Balarabe Alkassim, Bauchi ot less than 1.5million youth will receive computer training in Bauchi State under a scheme by the Federal Government, a state official has said. The Head of the Federal Information Centre in Bauchi, Mr Ahmed Chidayya disclosed this while speaking at the graduation ceremony of 300 youth who have received the training. It is being conducted by the Federal Information Centre in collaboration with

Divine Digital International (DDI), a technology institute in Bauchi. He therefore called on parents and corporate organisations to take advantage of the programme noting that the programme will train 1.5million youth in the state before it rounds up. He charged the graduants to be good ambassadors of the scheme and also encourage youth to key in to the programme and use the computer skills they learn to be self reliant as well as entrepreneurs. Chairman of the occasion Mr Haggai

CAMPUSGIST >> FED VARSITY, DUTSE

Publishes fresh admission list The Federal University Dutse, FUD, Jigawa state has released her first batch admission list for the 2015/2016 academic session. On its website, the institution said collection of admission letters and registration began last Monday. Applicants can check their status and other details via: http://fud. edu.ng/sites/default/ files/1ST%20BATCH

Gutap commended Federal information Centre and its partner for carrying out the computer training scheme for the youth. He said: “This will give the opportunity to be computer literate in this computer age. The world is speedily moving from analogue to digitization hence the need to become computer literate.” Managing Director of DDI, Mr John Haruna Daru urged youth to enrol for other programmes that will enhance their skills in the world of digitisation.

Youngsters unveil smart IT health bracelet in Abuja Text by Judd-Leonard Okafor

hink of all the gizmos young people like to tinker with. Then think of them all in single wristsized package. That’s what a group of 20-something-year-olds is hoping to achieve, and they’ve plunged into the market headlong. Orbra is the name behind a smart bracelet which launched last week in Abuja, with promise of spilling beyond the city to capture a mass market beginning with young people. It is unique on the market for gadgets and information technology. It is the only IT startup in Nigeria with each of its entire six-man team aged less than 30. Orbra started out in 2010 with “wanting to put the same technology in people’s hands at a very affordable price,” said founder, Ololade Otayemi. “The smart bracelet attempts to climb into the hearts of Nigerians by incorporating healthful gizmos in a tiny package: it monitors calorie

intake, counts steps when pacing is needed for exercise, alerts the wearer when they’ve sat for too long, and monitors sleep quality by night. On a Bluetooth range, it also synchronises with a mobile phone and reports incoming SMS and calls, displays missed calls, vibrates when a wearer gets too from their phone as to forget it-and can emit a sharp find-me beeps when a phone synced to it goes missing,” he said. Other than hardware sourced overseas, Orbra designs, packages and brands its products domestically, claiming a To buy into the Nigerian market, it has had to battle initial acceptance and scepticism, which have begun to wane in time. The team is still unable to get the credit and investors it needs, and relies on personal savings and borrowings from family to have sustained it this far.

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Bauchi govt tasked on youth engagement Text from Balarabe Alkassim, Bauchi coalition of youth organisations in Bauchi state under the aegis of Bauchi Youth Forum (BYF) has called on the state government to engage youth in productive ventures to reduce unemployment rate. Coordinator of the Forum, Jeremiah Panshak Kassem said this at a youth training and event held in commemoration of Nigeria 55th year Independence in Bauchi, weekend. The group said government must show more commitment to improving the lot of the youth, beginning from the budgeting process. Kassem said the aim of the Forum is to raise awareness on the role of youths in development and the need for them to be involved in nation building. He said: “This programme will promote young people’s effective inclusive civic engagement at all levels. It is an established fact. We want more efforts from governments at all levels and other stakeholders to engage youths if not, the resultant effect has been bad. It often resulted in the death of many, just as a good number have taken to cultism, insurgency, and armed robbery. A participant, Maryam Garba said engagement and participation of youth is essential to achieve sustainable human development. “Sadly, opportunities for the youth to engage politically, economically and socially are not available,” she said.

Success Corner! Abuja Rotary offers scholarship to 60 displaced Chibok children Text by Simon E. Sunday @ SimonEchewofun

he Rotary Club of Abuja and the Aunty Jumoke Education Foundation have offered full scholarship to 60 children displaced as a result of the insurgency in the North East. The 47 pupils and 13 secondary school students were selected from the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) camp in Pegi Community, Kuje in the Federal Capital Territory (FCT). The scholarship scheme covers tuition, school bags, exercise books, school uniforms and other school charges for the children, many of whom have been out of school for two years. The club assures of the scheme’s annual renewal until they are re-integrated into their home communities in Borno state. President of the Rotary Club of Abuja, Mrs. Olajumoke Okpo, appealed

to members of the public to partner with the Club to provide sponsorship for more children. On the initiation Mrs Okpo noted that the Foundation and the club adopted the camp after a survey. “The Board of Directors of the Club approved and visited this community and decided to sponsor 60 of the children of N10,000per child for the 2015/2016 academic year,” she explained. The District Governor, Rotary International, District 9125, Nigeria, Dr. Mike Omotosho in his address said, “It is appalling that over 11million children have been out of school for two years due to insurgency. Kudos to the club, the Foundation for this great intervention.” The Principal of Government Secondary School, Pegi, Mr. Muhammed Yakubu commended the Club for its efforts in empowering the children who stopped school due to insurgency.

60 displaced Chibok children get Rotary scholarship at their Pegi Village camp in Kuje, FCT recently.

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