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YOUTHVILLE ISSUE #87 7

...young at heart

Friday, July 15, 2016

Don’t wait for the perfect moment, take the moment and make it perfect. – Zoey Sayward

Female photographer:

Choose something you love, make it profitable Rosemary Stephanie Edor, born and brought up in Kaduna state is a graduate of Public Administration. Known as Ms. Maree, she tells Youthville how she built her skills as a photographer and the joy she derives from it as well as her achievements. Text by Eseohe Ebhota @sleek_diva88

s a graduate of Public Administration, why didn’t you practise your profession? Today, how many graduates in Nigeria get to practice their professions? You simply serve, pray you are retained by your place of primary assignment (if it’s a good place) and begin your life as an employed graduate or at least, that’s how mine went. How did you start bearing the name ‘Miss Maree’? My name is Rosemary; Miss Maree is also my name. What triggered your love for photography? Honestly, I have no interesting story. I simply just got tired of working for people and being unappreciated, resigned, picked up one skill out of the numerous skills i had acquired over time and built on it. As a young photographer and being a female in a maledominated profession, how do you cope? Coping in the industry has no guidelines. You simply learn from every trial and triumph. Every day you learn something new, meet new people, and deal with new challenges. The key word I guess is ‘adaptability’. How can one become a trained photographer? Theoretical and practical

trainings are needed. Having the talent or ‘an eye’ for photography isn’t enough. I never had an eye for pictures; I had an eye for colour combinations and finesse, and clean cut lines. I’m still working towards where I want to be as learning is an everyday process. You teach at the Centre for Arts and Creative Talent (CACT). How does the centre work? Not too much, really. We are committed to educating people in the arts but at affordable prices. What is your experience with satisfying customers? I have had a very satisfying experience, though I still learn new things and new techniques of sharpening my skills. But for those who love what I have done so far, it’s a job well done from them. What strategies do you adopt to attract customers? My strategies are same as everyone else, I guess. I try to maximize as many marketing

fields as possible. Besides photography, what else do you do? I’m a full time photographer. What are your achievements so far in the business? I can say I have achieved a lot. Don’t even know where to start. For personal achievements, I’d say. I have learnt to look at matters rationally since I have to be my own critic. Honest criticism helps to mould you as a person. For professional achievements, recognition

would be one. My work is now getting recognition and I keep getting recommendations. Sometimes from people I don’t know. What is your advice to youth on working towards being self-reliant? You can be self-reliant. However, everyone is different. Some people need jobs while some don’t. If you don’t want to work for someone, choose something you love and work on it, if it’s profitable.

Choice: ‘Your passion can be lucrative if you choose to’ By Latifat Opoola (@LatifatOpoola)

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We all have something we love to do and no matter what that is, it can be lucrative for you if you want it to be” said Halima Suleiman, the Owner of Sabs Clothier. Halima who holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from University of Abuja, decided venture into fashion world in 2011 but went into fashion business fully when she graduated from the university with the hope that she does not want to depend on just salary at the end of the month when she eventually secures a job. “I love fashion but it started accidentally for me because I started with just veils and scarfs first then I joined the NYSC Entrepreneurship scheme ‘SAED’ and there I learnt and got certified

through a fashion institute” she said. Halima noted that her designs mostly inspired by everything around her added that “Sabs Clothier is a ready -to-wear and bespoke female brand which is for female customers who opt out for simplicity at its elegance.” She also noted that her business key challenge is getting the choice of fabric

considering her location, “because the brand is based in Abuja finding the preferred fabrics at its choice of varieties are scarce. The young entrepreneur confirmed that her business is a lucrative one mostly because “Looking good is good business” and many people will pay good money to look good. Halima who attracts customers through word of mouth and referrals urged youth to take up entrepreneurship even when they have a white collar job, warning that it always comes in handy.

Youth more optimistic about economic growth – Report From Mohammed Shosanya, Lagos

ext generation leaders are more optimistic than CEOs about economic growth, but more pessimistic about cyber security, education and trust in business, a new report by Price Water Cooper in and the International Association of Students in Economic and Commercial Sciences (AIESEC) has said. The research compares the results from PwC’s Annual Global CEO Survey with the views of young AIESEC leaders under the age of 30 from across 104 countries and examines where they agree and disagree, what the implications are for companies looking to attract the best young talent and what today’s CEOs can learn from those who will most likely succeed them. It said 60% believe economic growth will improve over the next 12 months, compared to only 27% of CEOs. There’s also a clear difference in how the two groups perceive risk. Reflecting the struggle many business leaders face in shifting from a short term to long term outlook, CEOs ranked their top three concerns as over-regulation, geopolitical uncertainty, and exchange rate volatility. However, AIESEC respondents took a more long term view, believing CEOs should be more concerned about longer term issues of social instability, climate change and environmental damage, and unemployment. The survey finds that both generations agree that business success in the 21st century will be defined by more than just financial profit. Partner and PwC Experience Leader, PwC Nigeria, Omobolanle Adekoya said, “Tomorrow’s leaders look for opportunity but they are not naïve about risk. It’s important to focus on the pipeline of leaders for tomorrow, while continuing to develop the skills and capability of the workforce of today.” Asserting, President of AIESEC International 20152016, Ana Saldarriaga said: “AIESEC leaders - and generally young people today - are very purpose-driven. This is further underlined through the findings of AIESEC’s Survey. Featuring more than 200.000 responses to date, the survey outlines the three motivations of youth globally: family, purpose in life and love.”

DAILY TRUST, Friday, July 15, 2016

Mali’s Old Towns of Djenné on List of World Heritage in Danger

YOUTHVILLE Nigerian women online TV begins operations From Nurudeen Oyewole, Lagos

Text by Bamas Victoria @sinach360

he World Heritage Committee has added the Old Towns of Djenné to the List of World Heritage in Danger due to insecurity, which is affecting the area and preventing the implementation of protective measures. This was contained in a statement UNESCO’s Press on its website which stated that “the Committee has expressed concern over the property, which is situated in an area affected by insecurity. This situation is preventing safeguarding measures from addressing issues that include the deterioration of construction materials in the historic town, urbanization, and the erosion of the archaeological site.” The Old Towns of Djenné , inhabited since 250 B.C., became a market centre

and an important link in the transSaharan gold trade. The site which was inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1988, in the 15th and 16th centuries was one of the centres for the propagation of Islam. Its traditional houses, of which nearly 2,000 have survived, are built on hillocks (toguere) as protection from the seasonal floods. According to the statement “The 40th session of the World Heritage Committee began on 10 July and will continue until 20 July. It is chaired by Ambassador, Director General of Cultural Affairs and Promotion Abroad of the Turkish Ministry of Foreign Affairs Lale Ülke” The Committee also appealed to the international community to support Mali in efforts to ensure the protection of the site.

gender advocacy initiative, Stronger Vessels Network (SVN) has launched an internet-based television, designed to address the plights of Nigerian women. To be known as “More Than A Woman TV” or simply MORTAW TV, organizers said the concept behind its introduction is to basically to address real issues plaguing women of interest, release transformational documentaries as well as engage in mastermind trips and classes. The TV’s host and initiator, Dolamu Badejo said what is needed is for as many women as possible to join and support MORTAW community and growing network so as to set themselves on transformational journey. “We believe together we are stronger and can triumph over the worst of life’s cruelty, if we look out for neighbours, stay informed, live empowered and transformed lives,” Badejo said.

The TV host further explained viewers of MORTAW TV can access any of its programmes and documentary episodes at any time of the day. She however said such accessibility must be via subscription. In his remark, the Chief Executive Officer and Founder, Mondo & Euodoó Ent, Moses Agboola, said the coproducing company for the online TV said it is the aspiration of the online TV to make women get the best out of life. He said the TV will inspire women, the younger generation and also entertain and act as mentor for a number of challenges confronting them. “The TV is expected to give women a voice, ease their burden, offer them support and love that they need while introducing them to healthy and successful families of victors. They will also be encouraged to go through transformation processes that will help them live the better version of themselves,” he said.

Youth have emulated a lot from Buhari, ready for politics Text by Latifat Opoola (@LatifatOpoola)

cross section of youth have called on leaders to strengthen their efforts and include them in policies, programmes and decision-making processes for the benefit the future of the country. Former Youth Director of the Buhari-Bakari Presidential Campaign in 2011, Aboderin Oyewole Olumuyiwa told YOUTHVILLE that youth are ready to take up the mantle of leadership. With the role they played in the 2015 general elections, Aboderin said Nigerian youth are well prepared for the responsibility as it will enhance and increase opportunities for

MOVIE REVIEW>>> Title: Cast:

Broken Nse Ikpe-Etim, Kalu Ikeagwu, Bimbo Manuel Review by: Eseohe Ebhota@sleek_diva88 Director: Bright Wonder Obasi Year: 2013

iriam (Nse Ikpe-Etim) is a happily married woman and she is forced to revisit her sordid past when two of her children Emmanuella (Tehilla Adiele) and Samuel (Iyke Adiele) that she abandoned unexpectedly appear at her home. Prior to her present marriage to

them to contribute to democratic governance in the country. He said: “If the bill is passed it will ensure youths are involved in governance which is in line with international best practices. The bill will limit the youths’ involvement in political violence and thuggery. “It will also reduce corruption and increase democracy in the country. The Nigerian youth has learnt a lot from the president’s patriotism because he is building young generation of integrity and passion,” Aboderin argued. He called on youth to be patient with the economic hardship and trust that the economy will bounce back to normal soon. Morris Idoko (Bimbo Manuel), she had three other children from her previous marriage to Gabriel Otega (Kalu Ikeagwu) which she never talked about. Out of neglect caused by lack of parental care, these children were forced into harsh living conditions ranging from selling drugs to armed robbery and murder. However, Doctor Sara (Rabi Usman) an old friend of Miriam recognized Sam and directed him to his mother. Ella however, is suicide prone and suffers from a chronic mental disorder. After leaving the psychiatric home, they entered Miriam’s home unannounced and no one knows who they are - except Miriam. After she suffers the guilt and shame of

Entrepreneurs award open for nominations Text by Bamas Victoria @sinach360

ocal firm, Emagez Solutions and the Foundation for Nigerian Entrepreneurs have called for nominations of outstanding Entrepreneurs, Business Executives and Corporate Organizations for the 2016 edition of the Nigeria Entrepreneurs Award (NEA). Co-founder of the award, Mr Uwabor Joshua, in a statement said, “The nominees for the award should be extra-ordinary Entrepreneurs,

Business Executives and Corporate Organizations who have made positive contributions to the growth of the Nigeria economy in the past 12 months.” He said all the Nominees would be screened into the award categories by a seven-member Award Screening Committee. The statement said since the inception of the Award, more than 30 top entrepreneurs, business owners and firms have been recognized for their vital contributions to the growth of the economy.

abandoning them she is forced to confess her past to her husband. As the family tries to cope with their newfound siblings, Miriam’s husband makes his own round of confession about Anna (Mary Chukwu) who also happens to be his daughter from a ‘fling’. This movie is not the regular Nollywood scenario of love, heartbreak or spiritual attacks. Rather, it seeks to explore the consequences of child abuse, lack of proper parental upbringing and the results of getting involved with the wrong crowd. The characters could be adjudged to have done well. The lighting was also good because of the different types used to fit in to the different scenes.

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