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Friday, February 26, 2016

Starting small: Carving a niche in fashion is worth it - Sadiya ‘Great comedians know their audience’

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reat comedians know their audience and prepare material accordingly. Just as small business owners must define their target market and develop strategies to reach those consumers, comedians know exactly who they’re trying to reach and tailor presentations accordingly says Umoru Yakubu A Abu, a stand-up comedian. Umoru with the stage name “Mc A Amebo 4 Christ” started comedy about 3years ago when he helped a group of moody friends overcome their depression. “I enjoy making people laugh a lot. I like seeing people happy so

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whenever I see people carrying long faces I try to crack them up and it usually works” he said. “I realized I have this talent of making people laugh to forget their troubles, and so my pastor told me to develop it, as it may be my calling. “So I started working on it, I meet people and they confide in me what they would naturally not say to anyone. After that I would now begin to ease their pain by making them laugh” he said. The HND holder of Estate Management from Auchi Polytechnic who is currently undergoing a PGDE programme in Education in Zuba confessed that comedy is a very lucrative profession just like any other

business. One just needs the right opportunities to make it big. “You know the saying when preparation meets opportunity right…” He advised the youth to always ensure they improve their capabilities through reading, adding that beyond seeking employment, reading should be for self-advancement. Umoru also advised them to discover their talents, adding that it is where true success and fulfillment lies. He also stated that youths should always depend on God in whatever they lay their hands on adding that “no one succeeds without knowing and relying on God”.

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REFLECTIONS Starting small: Carving a niche in fashion is worth it - Sadiya Hafmar Design is fast becoming a household name a e ame in the northern fashion arena as it is peculiar forr making ready-to-wear dresses, ‘Jalbab’ or Arabiyan yyaan wears. In this interview with YOUTHVILLE, Its’ CEO, Safiya Umar Ambursa reveals the secrets behind her success. The Chemistry graduate from the University of Maiduguri who started the venture like a child’s play now confesses about it being lucrative.

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hat was the motivation behind the business? I have always wanted to make dresses for my dollies and Barbie as a little girl and also when I was in school I always fantasized about making real dresses for myself. Then the opportunity came when I had an annoying encounter with a tailor that disappointed me and didn’t get the design I requested for right. That was when I made it mandatory upon myself to perfect my skill since I have had the passion for it all along. How lucrative is designing business? There is always ready market for any business and one thing in life is once you have a good product, there are always people that will patronize you. The business is a very lucrative one especially if you can manage your time well. When I started I got all the encouragements from my family and friends. They patronize me a lot and referred their friends also. My first client, my mum, had a wedding to attend

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Volunteers feed children, IDPs in Abuja Text by Ademola Adebayo A non-governmental organization, Bunmi Cares have voluntarily donated assorted food and clothing materials to some less privileged, orphans, widows and women at the Kuchin Goro Internally Displaced Person’s (IDPs) camp in Abuja. Most of the beneficiaries, who are from communities in Chibok and Gwoza of Borno state, received items such as bags of rice, clothes, soapy substances and toys. Speaking at the event, Founder of the organization, Miss

Ademolu Olubunmi, said the NGO decided to organize the love feast to appreciate God as well as put smiles on the faces of widows, orphans, less privilege women and children currently living in the IDP camp. “The essence of bringing them together is to put smiles on their faces and make them feel loved. These people need some of these things we regard as old and of no worth. A discarded item could go a long way to help someone out there,” she said.

and gave me her aso ebi to sew. I was very nervous because it was an expensive fabric and I wanted to make one she’ll really look nice in. I later made a straight wrapper and a nice blouse which she graded 40 per cent. What challenges have you faced? Because I sketch, decide on the fabric I use, cut and sew since am presently operating on my own it can be challenging but I try to pace myself. Also for anyone to succeed in any business, one must ensure one handles and manage clients with patience because some can be very rude and sassy to you especially when they see you are young. There are also other categories of clients that are never satisfied with your designs so you have to really learn how to handle them. I handle mine with patience and I make them know I appreciate them and their patronage. Some Nigerians prefer to wear famous designers’ brands even when the outfits are not worthwhile. If you are not well known, it’s hard to get people come for designs. They have to see your work to patronize

you which is really bad for upcoming designers because they need that boost of confidence to grow. How do you advertise your products? Social media has done a great thing and made lots of things very easy for us. Instagram is the main thing now. I post my designs on instagram and other social networks and it has helped me in spreading my word around. What are your wise words to fellow youths seeking for jobs? Once you realize you have the passion for it, ensure you develop your talent and give it a try, even if you don’t think you will go into it for all. Trust me with a little success you will be amazed how that success will increase your zeal and appetite for more. Youth must always strive to be independent and not rely on anybody. We should also ensure we patronize made in Nigeria goods because not all Nigerian products are substandard. To develop our fashion Industry we must patronize our own products and not always look down on these products.

Fresh facts emerge about demise of Kannywood’s A’isha Dankano Text from Ibrahim Musa Giginyu, Kano

he Hausa movie industry has lost yet another versatile actress A’isha Idris Dankano. YOUTHVILLE learnt that Sima (her set name) died last Tuesday after a brief illness at her home in Kano state. Sources close to the family revealed that the actress has been ill for about a month and when it seemed that the actress has been showing signs of recovery she died Tuesday evening. “She was sick for about a month, and the sickness became so severe that she couldn’t even walk. She later began to show signs of recovery, but gave up on Tuesday 23rd February 2016,” the source said. The late 37 year old actress was a divorcee and a mother of four

before joining the Hausa movie industry and has been famous for her various valiant roles she had played in most blockbuster movies and also popular atility in for her versatility interpreting every er. role given to her. a Late A’isha Dankano had been buried at Kofar Mazugal cemetery according to Islamic rites. She died leaving behind three daughters and one son.

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annywood actor and Director Ishaq Sidi Ishaq is getting married for the first time after years of speculations from media and fans. Ishaq posted a series of pre wedding shoot with his bride on his twitter account. The wedding is expected to take place today in Kano Ishaq is a graduate of the National Film Institute, Jos. In a previous interview, Ishaq said he loves to listen and watch musicals, play table tennis, hang out with friends and catch fun. The talented icon got into the movie industry in 1994 when he directed his first movie, ‘Kamilu.’ To him, ‘Uzuri,’ produced by Ibrahimawa Productions which he directed and acted in was the most challenging work he has done. His favourite colleague, he revealed is Ali Nuhu. “He is a great actor and nice to work with. He respects his career. We have tested many who have made it and they are now no more and some are on the same verge but Ali Nuhu is exceptional,” IShaq said about Nuhu.

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Sokoto youth flourishing in the floral business Text from Rakiya A. Muhammad, Sokoto

or 26 year old Is’haka Ibrahim Galadanci, flower selling/decoration business is paying him handsomely. After his graduation from Shehu Shagari College of Education, Sokoto, his elder brother introduced him to the business four years ago and since then he never looked back. Is’haka is one of other young men in the flower business in Sokoto. “I now sell flowers and also plant ,monitor and maintain them for our individual and corporate customers in the state,” he said. The florist added: “My recent assignment was at the Sokoto

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state office of the Nigeria Deposit Insurance Corporation (NDIC) along Kano road where I decorated the front view and interior parts of the structure.” “We purchased varieties of flowers from Kaduna which we transported to Sokoto at negotiable prices between N15,000 and N20,000 depending on the amount of the consignment.” The flowers ,they have, he said included Jumbo flower, carpet grass, Queen of the Night , English Pacos, Antisnake flower, and Queen of Philippines. “Prices of our flowers and tree varieties range from N30 to N5,000.For example coconut and date palm cost N5,000 each while a piece of carpet grass cost only N30. Others go for either N1,500 or N2,000,” he disclosed.

Is’haka also revealed:”Beside buying and selling of flowers, influential individuals and corporate organizations also engage our services for trimming of their flowers and they pay us well. The flower merchant also said tertiary institutions come to them with students from Biology and Agriculture departments for practice. “They consult us on issues relating to flowers for them to update their knowledge,” he stated. The flower merchant revealed that a typical day fetches them N20,000 but that sometimes when the business dwindles,they hardly get even transport money to go back home. He however pointed out some challenges to include that the business is not favourable in harmattan as according to him, there is perennial water shortage during the period and that the harsh weather affects their plants’ growth. He added:”There is low patrnoage during harmattan period. Rainy season is most favorable to this business.” On the taxes they pay, he said the Water Board collects a monthly N4,000 levy from each of them in the business and he pays N5,000 annually to the Sokoto Urban and Regional Planning Board. Is’haka urged governments to award them contract for the supply of flowers to their organizations and parastatals including monitoring and maintenance. He also called for regular water supply from the Water Board.

toring your shoes properly will help them look great and last for as many years as possible. Shoes need to be protected from dust, water, and sun so they don’t fade or warp while they’re in storage. How do you do this? Clean them: Storing shoes that have dirt, dust and other residues on them could cause the material the shoes are made from to decay over time. This is especially true for shoes made of leather or suede, but all shoes benefit from being cleaned up before you store them. Dry them before storing. Arrange in order of purpose: Perhaps you were throwing all your boots, heels, and running shoes in one big pile, using them as their needs arose. Now, it’s time to arrange them. Get them set with regards to the occasion, the season (rainy, dry or hot). That can help your closet stay organized and keep your shoes in better condition than if they are all jumbled up. Group

your heels and other dress shoes together: separate flat slippers, sandals and other shoes. Find a dark storage space: Shoes remain in their best condition when they’re not exposed to lots of sunlight or hot or cold temperatures. The best place to store shoes is in a cool, dark closet that doesn’t get too warm and stuffy. If the space in your closet is not enough, you could store them under your bed or on your bedroom wall. Assign mats for everyday shoes: If there are some shoes you and your family wear almost every day, get a special mat for them just near the door or a coat rack for accessibility.

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28-yr old is Bundesliga’s youngest coach Text by Ibrahim Kabiru Sule @ikabirsule

8 years and 205 days was the age at which Julian Nagelsmann became the youngest head coach in the German topflight football league, Bundesliga and has thus far recorded his first victory. The new Hoffenheim coach oversaw his side last Saturday beat FSV Mainz 05 3-2 in the club’s effort to stave off relegation waters, having drawn his first match a week earlier against Werder Bremen. Nagelsmann, who succeeded the club’s coach Huub Stevens, after retiring over health issues, was until his promotion the coach of Hoffenheim’s U19 team. His appointment broke the previous Bundesliga record held by Klaus-Dieter Ochs, who was 30 years and 244

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days old when he took charge at Hamburg in 1970. As for the current crop of top-flight managers, more than a decade separates the 28-year-old from the secondyoungest, 39-year-old Pal Dardai at Hertha Berlin.. Despite pite lacking coaching the e, licence, he ed the green received l i g h t he from the an German to FA t a k e over the senior t e a m with his final exams or the set for c o m i n g weeks,, the aid. club said.