BOOK REVIEW: The Other Side of Fear

The Other Side of Fear

Uncertainty, anxiety and fear: only fictitious superheroes are exempted from this all-too human sequence. The trouble is that fear is paralyzing because it feeds our minds with negative thoughts. In a second, fear can turn the idea of courage into one of recklessness, and then it’s all downhill to a point where determination is put aside in favour of ‘playing it safe.’ Sadly, fear can stop you from doing anything slightly risky. It’ll keep you locked up in the prison of the comfortable and predictable where you’re more likely to die of boredom than might from any of the dangers you fear. So, what’s to be done? The simple answer is that risk-taking and adaptability are as much part of our human heritage as uncertainty-inspired fear. It’s finding a balance that matters most. Fear is a useful tool for making better life-directing decisions, but fear must never be allowed to control the direction of your life. That way you lose the opportunity of reaching your true potential. I hope this book will inspire you to transcend your fears and achieve all of your dreams. The greatest prison you can live in is the prison of your own fears. Nothing of value can be achieved when we allow fear to control our life. Grab a copy of “The other side of fear” be inspired to live above your fears. You can purchase E-book & paperback on amazon. First and foremost, I want to thank God for guiding my every step towards completing this project and to every other

person who contributed to this. I’ve learned that if we can find the courage to begin something, God will empower & enable us to complete the task. There’s nothing we cannot accomplish if we are determined enough. I was inspired to write this book because fear has kept a lot of people locked up in the prison of comfort. Too many people are living in a self-made prison of their own fears, they are stuck, unable to move forward and achieve their meaningful dreams. Fear has the power to limit your greatness, and blind you from seeing the opportunities that lies ahead of you. Everything you desire is on the other side of your fear, don’t stay trapped behind the walls of your fear for the rest of your life. It’s time to move towards your fears instead for trying to avoid them. I can confidently tell you that this book will inspire and challenge you to transcend your fears. And also provide principles to help you on the journey.

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By M.K. Slim

About M.K. Slim

For much of my life, I’ve been fully committed to my music career, but I’m also an entrepreneur and a budding writer. I’m very motivated and mentally resilient: a genuinely optimistic person who believes that anything can be achieved if I’m determined enough. I strive to create a positive impact in the lives of those around me and I believe the highest of human acts is to inspire others to reach their potential. I strive to inspire as many people as I can. I’d like others to say of me, “Because you didn’t give up, I can do the same.” That’s the legacy I hope to leave behind when I die.

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Dear Editor,

United States suspends issuing visa to Sierra Leoneans

In as much as both parties seem to be using the Poor people of Sierra Leone as “pawns”, I want to say that Sierra Leone and Lebanon have long been partners from the time some of us were little girls going to school in Sierra Leone, and long before I ever finished college and migrated to the US and becoming a US Citizen. I want to believe that the President of Sierra Leone will not be reckless or careless enough to engage with any one that disturbs the peace in the World let alone any group that is deem to do that. That said, I do not think the US can CONTROL who the Sierra Leone government chooses

One thing I can caution President Bio of though, is that America is always a strong partner, and should not allow anyone to undermine that collegiality and partnership. The current political atmosphere in the US should be one that President Bio should devoid himself from, and stay neutral especially when it comes to Brooks. This man has divided families, communities, and has helped to divide this great country, and it looks as if that is what he is doing in the rest of the world. América is strong enough to survive it, Sierra Leone is still a growing economy which will not be strong

to have political or financial transactions with, as they are a self governing republic. enough to withstand the evils of this man’s intentions. Sending criminals from other parts of the world to Sierra Leone will not only be bad for the government but will be bad for the people. It is not something that is good. I personally do not believe in sending people of high crimes back to their countries especially VIOLENT CRIMINALS. It is NOT good for the receiving country. I think deportees of immigration are fair game. I pray and hope that the people of Sierra Leone will not be a scape goat in this spate. WE ALL NEED ONE ANOTHER. YOU MIGHT THINK YOU ARE STRONG AND DO NOT NEED ME, BUT MY PRAYERS HELPED YOU. Mariama Jabbie

It’s time to END NIGERIA so that people who want development can go ahead.

Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah

I have never been as unsure of Nigeria future as I am now……… BISHOP MATTHEW HASSAN KUKAH

After independence, in order to build a great nation, each country went to work. But in Nigeria, after independence, our people went to pray and fast. So, while we were praying, Malaysia came here and took our palm seedlings and build a great factory of it. While we were praying, Singapore went into investment in technology. While we were praying, India went into ICT. While we were praying, China went to massive industrialization. While we were shouting Allah Alakuba! UAE went into massive infrastructural development. While we were binding and casting Lucifer, Japan went into technological development. While we were speaking in tongues, Denmark went into education of her citizens. While we were mounting big speakers in our places of worship, USA was mounting man on the moon. After our prayers, God, being a wise God decided to reward us according to our labour. Since those that went into industrialization, technology, infrastructural development, ICT, education etc had been rewarded accordingly. It’s only wise God rewards us with our efforts in prayers.

That’s why today, Nigerian pastors are competing in building the biggest churches. That’s why there are more prayer houses and worship places than hospitals and schools. That’s why people rush to prayer houses for medical and business solutions instead of hospitals.

That’s why we don’t do business proposals before jumping into business since we are going to back it up with prayers. And when such collapse, we blame devil. That’s why it’s a sin to say anything negative about pastors and imams. That’s why our pastors don’t consider the opinion of engineers while building and blame devil when the building collapsed. That’s why faith in God replaces building pillars and when it collapsed we blame it on Lucifer. That’s why our pastors are making sure they plant church branches instead of schools in every street in Nigeria. That’s why we always wait for God to do that which ability to accomplish He has already handed over to us. That’s why we want our teachers to labour on earth and come to heaven for their rewards. Nigeria is a prayer loving, God fearing nation. Religion has taken the place of technology, infrastructure, education and all. When we are traveling, we ignore all the necessary road requirements, servicing of our vehicles and pray. And, once we pray, we can put a half fit vehicle on the road and blame our step mother or mother in law if anything goes wrong. That’s why there are more people dying on our roads than wild life animals in the wilderness. Because, we pray and fast and leave everything to God when God has given us all we need to survive and build a nation…….God help us.

Dear Editor, Do protests really bring change? In the past one month, I have watched my country, Nigeria witnessed a new wave of protests across the country and it is not the first time I have witnessed protests in my life time particularly during the June 12 saga in 1993. I thought we were so close to victory until thugs and political settlement hijacked the protest and the rest is history yet people lost their lives and got displayed for life. I am a victim; I fled the country and ever since I cannot return back to my homeland because things have just got worst. I would expect your reader to respond to this question if protest really brings change? Thank you for giving me the space. By Adeola Akano Lagos, Nigeria Editor’s Note Mr. Adeola, I agreed with you that protest in itself does not bring change but it brings awareness in the consciousness of the people and change would come with time. The best weapon for change under democracy is electoral power to vote to change power. Unfortunately in Nigeria, people are still ignorant of the power they have with their voting rights. Use your voting power to retire these greedy and wicked political leaders who has not shown any concern for the people. Time is short and very soon, they would start asking for your votes with all the lies, what would you do then? Editor. Dear Editor, Let Nigerian government give us light for one month only! 60 years anniversary! No electricity, no good road, no free education not even free pencil! Security is zero. People are dying of hunger, no good health service. We should at least celebrate One month of stable electricity for our 60th anniversary! I this too much to ask of our Nigerian government, I rest my case By AB Aremu Luxemburg

Dear Editor, Congratulations for your sustained strides of keeping this magazine afloat despite all the challenges. I am most appreciative of your feature of our business and events in your magazine. I pray God to continually prosper you and your platform. God bless you richly you all Osahon

Tessy Ojo (CBE) responses to her Queen recongition

Thank you for your love! I am truly humbled and so grateful . I often talk about the village mentality, because it takes an entire village to raise a child. Well, it’s also taken an entire village of supporters to achieve this milestone. My The Diana Award team, trustees, supporters and most importantly, our young people, who actually instigated this nomination. My friends and family, who are my biggest cheerleaders and encouragers. Always showing up, ringing up and cheering me on. You know yourselves #ABF My husband, Stephen Adebiyi Ojo....my absolute rock who always makes room for me to do whatever and go wherever the mission leads! My children, who keep me grounded and remind me that the letters that matters most to them are M.U.M. This honour to me offers a platform to do more, to push harder and further because the challenges facing children and young people, are widening especially in this current climate. So to my young people, I hear your call and I will continue to champion and advocate for you! #QueensBirthdayHonours #CBE #CommanderOfBritishEmpire

Mrs. Evelyn Rosetta Haynes, 103, died on October 14th, 2020. Mrs. Haynes was born in Barbados, West Indies and immigrated to the United States in 1952. She and her late husband John Milton Haynes moved to the Miami area and built a home in what became Miami Gardens. Mrs. Haynes worked as a tax preparer and notary public, and enjoyed performing at wedding ceremonies. For many years their home was a waystation for visiting friends and family. Mrs. Haynes was an avid reader and a faithful member of St. Peter’s African Orthodox Cathedral for over fifty years. She loved to travel, and was an accomplished bowler. After the death of her husband in 2002 she lived in their home until her passing. She is survived by daughters Monica Durnell and

Dear Editor,

Nigeria at 60: What is the way forward?

Unfortunately, I haven’t seen any change in Nigeria within the past years and until today. The youth are still ignored by the government. They are still not provided with adequate level of education, which has led to the increase of crime and violence such as arm robbery and cyber crimes across the country. The government still has a lot to do to uplift the country to a great nation that Nigeria is supposed to be. For example let there be a decrease on the level of unemployment, all taxes that are being paid by entrepreneurs and all donations that are being made should be given back to the job seekers and the poorest of the population, free access to education for the children until the age of 18, free access to medical care and vaccination for children, 24h/7 electricity in all area of Nigeria amongst others basic rights that a common Nigerian Citizen should have then we can be celebrating. Chief Remi Ojutalayo The Netherlands

Carolyn James, grandchildren Kathryn, Tracy, and William Durnell, Laila McCray, and Maria Miriti, and great-grandchildren Daniel and Tomas Miriti Pacheco. She was well loved by a host of other friends and relatives. Viewing hours was held on Friday October 23rd from 5 - 9pm at Caballero Rivero Southern, 15011 W. Dixie Hwy, N. Miami, FL 33181. Due to COVID-19 there was no public funeral but her sweet memories would remain to us. Her daughter, Monica Durnell is spiritual mom to our publisher, Pastor Elvis Iruh who has sent personal condolence to the family in United States of America.

I stand with Nigerian Youths

I stand with the Nigerian youths, it’s time for a real change to happen. The real change Nigeria needs will not manifest until we instigate it. And change requires sacrifice, without change there will be no progress. What we allow is what will continue, if nothing is done now this will continue. This protest isn’t just about for them to end SARS but we are also protesting for an effective change and reformation of the Nigerian government. The rest of Africa is looking up to Nigeria, if Nigerian doesn’t rise and bring about a real change the rest of the world will continue to trifle on africa. The Nigerian people has suffered for far too long in the hands of crooked, inconsiderable, unscrupulous leaders and government, leaders with no conscience. It’s a shame, but enough is enough. If they need to tear the whole country down to rebuild then so be it. True change must happen, let’s all stand together, there is strength and power in numbers.

#EndSars #EndPoliceBrutality #EndBadGovt

K. Slim writes from South Africa

On 1 October of every year, Nigeria celebrates Independence Day from the British colonial rule. Its commemoration is supposed to signify the day Nigeria became independent, to govern and rule without having to seek approval from Britain. I am a product of that era, but did not know nor experience its significance, because I was just seven months into my existence. I am sure there were ceremonial pomp and pageantry to mark the occasion, as the British flag was finally lowered to be replaced by the “Green, White, Green “that I grew to know as the Nigerian flag. Fast forward to the present day Nigeria, and I can’t help wonder why a country should gain independence from another in the first place. What made the British to lay claim to Nigeria as its territory?

To be governed from afar and determine and impose their authority on a country that was already in existence. Nigeria in the years 1960; 1970; and for a small part of early 1980, was a relaxed and peaceful place to grow up in. My generation never thought about migrating to other countries as it is prevailed now. This piece is not about what might have been, rather a celebration of how far we have come as an independent nation, with all the challenges that the country have faced along the way. The explosions of negativity that accompany the Independence Day celebrations has not abated, rather it has galvanized into a national pastime to bash Nigeria at every given opportunity. I will not subscribe to that fact that we have not underachieved, but it is by no means all glum and doom. Nigeria is the most populous country in Africa, high in terms of GDP, abundant mineral resources, above average in terms of literacy per population compared to other African countries. Nobel laureate in literature, who will forget Chinua Achebe’s novel “ Things fall apart “ translated to over 100 foreign languages. Wole Soyinka’s novel “The kings men” have been shown on broadway, joined recently by Fela Anikulapo - kuti on same famous stage. Why it is that Nigeria despite all of the above modest achievements is still seen by so many as a failed state. Comparisons are made with Western countries, whose stories are never same as Nigeria. I wonder how many European countries celebrate Independence Day? Europeans were the oppressors of other nation, even went to war to preserve their independence because they know the consequences of been colonized. The brain drain of Nigerians in search of a better life is just an illusion that is pursued, but never attained, and much worse it does not reflect our standings in the countries we reside in. I am just as guilty as any, l left to study banking in London, on qualifying, I decided to stay because my country no longer measure to the standards of where I obtained my later education; I have remained here ever since. The loudest criticism comes from

Nigerians living abroad, but has not witnessed the suffering of those left behind. I see things different now, we have made progress since independence, Lagos rivals any capital city in the world in terms of Art, Music, infrastructure, and governance.

The only time Nigeria has experienced war, was in 1967-1970, although dissatisfaction about the spread of wealth is a serious issue, which every country of the world faces with varying levels.

I am not saying that all is well with Nigeria, but simply remind us about the giant little steps that we have made and will continue to make as a nation since independence.

Let us as people continue to support, and lend our expertise, knowledge, and experiences to our nation, if Nigeria is that bad, how is it possible for all airlines to fly into the country every day of the week? Time and space will not permit me to list all of Nigeria’s achievement after independence, maybe we should hold a forum to say how we could help fix the country instead of the barrage of criticism from our comfort zone in various Western countries.

By Alex Jebose.

PRESS RELEASE

I Support Nigerian Youths With Their Demand To Reform Nigeria

Move From Sars To Dissolving The National Assembly!

Silence right now is not a solution and it is not golden. We need to join forces and lock arms with the Nigerian youth for finally speaking out and demanding for a change in Nigeria. I know for sure that parents are not happy with the situation of their youths. In whatever capacity, if you still have children from 18 years of age and above, waking up each day to see them knowing how frustrated, disappointed and confused that their future is compromised. As bad as the situations are, you now have all forms of injustice against the common people of Nigeria. The youth make a majority of the population. A nation that ignores its youth has no future and bound to fail soonest. Nigeria is at that cross road. I call on the Nigerian youths to remain peaceful in their conducts and remain resolute in their demands. I will join forces with those of like minds outside the country to push for a national reform in Nigeria. I have been getting phone calls to do something and help to facilitate the cries of the youths of Nigeria. Definitely, I will do that in my own little way. In my youth at 25, I joined in the demand for our democratic rights to be respected after the annulment of June 12 1993. I was harassed, chased around in Lagos, finally arrested, detained and dragged to court for treason, an offence punishable by death if found guilty. Many did not join the struggle because they thought we were crazy to make such demands. In 2020, the youths have realized that nothing would change if they do not take matters in their own hands. The protest will gradually dissolve into a revolution if you do not give up to blackmail, intimidation and fear of arrest or death. Aim at occupying the National Assembly and the government will collapse. Buhari cannot do anything when there is no parliament to back him up. The first thing he did after his re-election was to install his cabals in the National Assembly. A national call for the dissolution of the National Assemble is the way forward. The Police, Army, Navy, Air force are relying on their youthful forces to terrorize Nigerians but very soon they will join the side of the common people. Majority of them are not better-off with their service condition and living condition. Let the struggle continue, we did in our time but we could not gather the support. Now the support is naturally coming to them because what is developing is a mass movement, you cannot crush it with force except to listen to them. Nigerian youths, I support you AND I stand with you. No gain without pain. God bless the Nigerian youth and protect them from the hands of the evil ones in Nigeria. Signed:

Pastor Amb. Elvis Iruh Publisher, The Voice News Magazine The Netherlands.

NOTE This article was widely published in Nigerian newspapers and online publication at the commencement of the Nigerian youths protest before the shooting and killings in Lagos, Nigeria. I still do not see violence or destruction of public and private properties as the best tool to express our anger and frustrations. The problem is not against the public and properties but a wrong political system rooted in evil wickedness and careless attitude. Let us continue to demand accountability from those we have elected to govern us. Election is our best tool to deal with corrupt and incompetent leaders. Use it from now on but don’t destroy the same institutions that would guarantee you the change you expect. God bless Nigeria and bless us all.

Bobi Wine accuses Ugandan President of ‘trumped up’ claims to block election bid

Opposition leader says Yoweri Museveni behind campaign of intimidation to stop him standing at next year’s Presidential elections in Uganda. The process is heating up. Bobi Wine, the popular reggae star and prominent opposition leader in Uganda, has accused the country’s president, Yoweri Museveni, of seeking to block his candidature at

next year’s elections through a series of “trumped up” legal challenges and a campaign of intimidation. Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi Ssentamu, said he was calling on people all over the world to “keep their eyes” on Uganda because international attention was the only way to “stop human rights abuses and impunity in Uganda today”. “We have masses and masses of people with us. We have a whole sidelined, excluded generation. If we are defeated in Uganda, that is a defeat for justice, democracy and constitutionalism everywhere. If we win in Uganda, it is a win for freedom,” Wine said in an interview. Since he became a legislator in 2017, Wine has rattled the Ugandan authorities. The 38-year-old has been assaulted and arrested or detained many times, including over a treason charge that he denies. He is one of a new generation of politicians across Africa who are challenging long-time leaders, hoping to harness deep dissatisfaction among younger, more educated and often urban voters. He came to political prominence nationally in 2017 when, as an independent candidate, he won election as a lawmaker representing a constituency near Kampala. However, analysts say incumbent leaders such as Museveni benefit from powerful patronage networks, long-established political machines, control of the media and links to big business, as well as support from the military or other security forces. Museveni has accused Wine of trying to incite rioting – a charge he also denies. The legal challenge to Wine’s leadership of the National Unity Platform (NUP) has been launched by two members who allege electoral law was not followed when the former singer was appointed earlier this year. If judges decide that rules were broken, Wine may not be able to stand in the elections. Last month, local media reported scuffles at the court in Kampala where the case is being heard. Wine has previously faced challenges to his candidature based on alleged failures to correctly declare his age and educational qualifications.

“I fear for my life every day but I try as much as possible not to think about what could happen to me if I stand firm. I worry about what will happen to coming generations if I do not stand up,” he said. Both social media and protests have been targeted by repressive legislation in recent years. Eric Mwine-Mugaju, a Ugandan writer and blogger, said Museveni, 76, was going to win the polls but had been panicked by Wine’s popularity among the burgeoning urban youth. “It is the rural areas – the rural population makes up more than 70% of the country – that remain a bastion of Museveni’s support. [But] even if Museveni wins the next election comfortably, he still needs to reckon with seething resentment in the country’s major cities,” Mwine-Mugaju wrote in the Mail and Guardian, a South African newspaper. Political campaigning in Uganda has been hit by the Covid-19 pandemic, with rallies banned. The east African country took drastic measures to restrict movements in March when it had

Ethiopia & Eritrea hold talks

Eritrean President Isaias Afewerki arrived in Ethiopia for a three day official visit last month to further their bridge building relationship with Ethiopia. Ethiopia, Eritrea resume relations in 2018 after 2 decades of hostilities soon after secession of Eritrea from Ethiopia Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed was at Jimma Airport to welcome his Eritrean counterpart as the latter landed in Jimma – a city filled with history and is rich in natural resources including coffee and honey. The president is accompanied by Foreign Minister Osman Saleh and Presidential Advisor Yemane Ghebreab, local broadcaster FANA quoted Yemene Gebremeskel, Eritrea’s information minister as saying. The leaders of the two countries held extensive consultations on further enhancement of bilateral ties as well as the consolidation of regional cooperation, Gebremeskel added. In 2018, the two countries managed to end a two-decade long hostilities following the olive branch extended by Abiy. That successful gesture, together with other efforts to bring about regional peace and cooperation, earned the Ethiopian premier the

only a handful of coronavirus cases, imposing one of the earliest lockdowns and border closures on the continent. The country gradually eased some lockdown measures, despite a rising number of new infections, and reopened to international

visitors bearing a negative Covid test certificate in September. 2019 Nobel Prize for Peace. The two countries in 2019 signed a comprehensive cooperation pact in which they agreed to cooperate in numerous fields but little came out in terms of the implementation of the agreements that included the clause that allows Ethiopia to use the ports of Assab and Massawa. Eritrea seceded from Ethiopia in 1993 following a three-decade long war for independence. The two countries fought a deadly war between 1998 and 2000 in which an estimated 70,000 people died on both sides.

Ugandan forces seize cash and red berets from opposition leader Bobi Wine’s office

Security forces in Uganda have raided the offices of However, analysts say incumbent leaders such as Museveni, 76, Bobi Wine, the reggae star and prominent opposition benefit from powerful patronage networks, long-established leader, as tensions political machines, control rise in the east African of the media and links to country months ahead of big business, as well as presidential elections in support from the military January. or other security forces. Soldiers and police officers Museveni has accused Wine invaded the headquarters of trying to incite rioting – of the National Unity a charge he also denies. Platform (NUP) in Kamwokya, a suburb of Kampala, the capital, in the late morning on Wednesday. They seized cash, posters, banners Fred Enanga, Uganda’s police spokesperson, said the operation at Wine’s offices was aimed at seizing red berets. and quantities of red A law was introduced last berets – Wine’s signature year to ban wearing or headgear and a “symbol possession of any clothing of resistance” which the which resembles the army government says is illegal. uniform, with a potential Wine, whose real name is Robert Kyagulanyi penalty of imprisonment for life. Ssentamu, has accused “We are targeting the country’s president, all locations illegally Yoweri Museveni, of manufacturing, supplying, seeking to block his distributing, selling and candidacy for next year’s using uniforms and elections through a series accoutrements whose of “trumped up” legal ownership and patented challenges and a campaign designs was gazetted and of intimidation. an exclusive preserve of the “Hundreds of police and soldiers came and broke into Bobi Wine is pushing on despite all the challenges armed forces,” Enanga said. Uganda’s military our offices. They said they were spokeswoman, Brig Flavia looking for berets but that was just a pretext,” Wine, 38, told the Byekwaso, said the “joint operation” was aimed at stopping the Guardian. “illegal use of military and police stores and other military/ “I’m telling our supporters in Uganda and all over the world that police patented designs”. this is the sign of a crumbling dictatorship. All dictators behave “All in possession of such items are encouraged to voluntarily like this before they fall. We are strong. We are not giving up. We return them,” Byekwaso said in a tweet. know that history is on our side.” Joel Ssenyonyi, a spokesperson for the NUP, said 20 party Since he won election as a lawmaker representing a constituency workers had been arrested and forms carrying hundreds of near Kampala in 2017, Wine has been assaulted and arrested or signatures necessary to support Wine’s presidential nomination detained many times, including over a treason charge that he seized. denies. Earlier this week Wine told the Guardian he was calling on He is one of a new generation of politicians across Africa who people all over the world to “keep their eyes” on Uganda because are challenging long-time leaders, hoping to harness deep international attention was the only way to “stop human rights dissatisfaction among younger, more educated and often urban abuses and impunity in Uganda today”. voters.