LESSONS I LEARNED IN 2013...

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Yes oh! We have come to the end of 2013...few hours more and we'll be shouting "Happy New Year!" Some of us don kukuma tire for 2013: abeg let it come and do and go. LOL. While others have had the best year ever in 2013! Different strokes ba? Regardless, I bet we have learned something from our experiences this year, for me it was an eye opener that's why I even uploaded this video about the LESSONS LEARNED IN 2013! If you haven't subscribed to my YouTube Channel you can do so by clicking HERE. You can choose to watch the video if you want to hear my jollof voice but I decided to write it out for those of you that can't watch.

MONDAY CHIT CHAT: BORA BORA, CHEF FREGZ, OCEAN BASKET AND DREAMERS...

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Hi!!! How are you all doing? How was your weekend? Let me tell you about my weekend oh. Ehen the first to leave a comment + email address will get to win Airtime Recharge so don't miss out on that! 

VIDEO: HOW CHRISTMAS WAS GROWING UP...

Please don't call me grumpy! LOL. Christmas growing up seems to be much more fun than it is now! Things don change, before it was about receiving money, gifts from Uncles, Aunties, Parents now its the other way around... then sounds of banger, knockout ushers in the season, now everywhere is so quiet as if we dey fear to make noise. I grew up in Warri, I had Waffi Christmas...that was FUN!!! Before I write too much oya watch the video...how was Christmas for you growing up?

HAVE YOU HEARD ABOUT COMIC REPUBLIC???

A group of young Comic lovers in Nigeria called Comic Republic have come together to create a Nigerian Super hero called Guardian Prime. This hero is indestructible, strong, sexy, and full blown Nigerian.  He is a fashion designer based in VGC who transforms into a super hero to save Nigeria from calamities. The best part is he is only as strong as he thinks he is. The more faith he has, the more he can do.

They use this unique character and amazing art to teach morals and values in a subtle way in each story. The comic debuts online every month and in the silver bird and Genesis flyers once every month.

And it's free!

At the just concluded Comic Con here in Lagos (yeah, we have one) they gave out 5k cash to anyone who could draw the character. This Christmas, it's double the offer 10k up for grabs to anyone who can draw and colour their super hero and entries are already pouring in. Winners will be decided by the eve of Christmas. 

So visit: Www.comicrepublicmedia.com||@Comicrepublicng || @ www.facebook.com/comicrepublic

OUTRAGE: LEBANESE BEATS UP 7 MONTH OLD PREGNANT EMPLOYEE TILL SHE LOSTTHE BABY!!! #JusticeForAlice

When I saw the hashtag #JusticeForAlice on twitter I was shocked!!! If you take time to digest this story you will also be alarmed!!! Go on twitter, follow the hash tag and spread the word as many are doing now!!! 

Story culled from CitizenConfidential.Com:

Workers in a Lagos based packaging and printing company, Toppan Packaging Company Limited located on Ladipo Oluwole in Ikeja Industrial Estate could not believe what they witnessed on Friday the 13th December 2013. When the shift manager, a Lebanese; Kaveh Noine beat up the Cleaning Unit Supervisor Mrs. Alice Ossai in their presence, due to what he deemed negligence on her part, his grouse, a portion of the factory is littered with dirt and she failed in her responsibility to rein in her team to keep the factory floor spick and span. 

Frantic efforts by Ossai to explain why the portion of the factory was littered with dirt, even after she was assaulted was rebuffed by Noine who shouted her down and asked her to come with him to his office fuming with rage; exasperated staff members on duty went in with Ossai in a bid to collectively explain the supposed duty breach. Noine rained blows on Ossai and kicking her repeatedly, without sparing her tummy even though she was seven months pregnant. Like many Nigerians working under similar conditions, took everything calmly even though she complained to her close friends that she was in deep pain put up a bold face and continued with her duty, bearing the shame and physical assault in her stride all in a bid to secure her job and that of two of her siblings who also works in the company. 

♫♬ CHRISTMAS IN LAGOS: WHAT TO DO, WHERE TO GO THIS SEASON...♩♪

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Is this going to be my first Christmas in Lagos? No! But it is going to be my first Christmas in Lagos as an adult! There's a whole lot of difference. As a child Christmas was about what your parents, uncles, aunts, big cousins e.t.c could do for you-it was dependent on them! As an adult, you're OYO: On Your Own! I wouldn't claim to know all the hot spots in Lagos, but I can recommend places and activities, and you can recommend too by leaving your comments!

MONDAY CHIT-CHAT: RIWOSTIC, CHRISTMAS, BOGOBIRI, LONDON LIFE LAGOS LIVING!

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Hello my people, how are you doing??? Compliments of the season...How was your weekend? I apologize for not posting yesterday, na condition make crayfish bend... It’s almost Christmas oh, can you feel it in the air? I’m really grateful for harmattan because it means I can go to bed without PHCN/NEPA and cold breeze go blow me well. I thank God for harmattan. As  e dey be, the first to leave a comment on this post  + email address wins airtime recharge so hurry!!!

REVIEW: RADISSON BLU BUFFET!!!

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WHERE WE WENT

I have heard a lot about Radisson Blu and I have even driven past it a couple of times, so when I knew they serve buffet, all my foodie antenna stood up!  I love buffets because I like options, and I like eating! What did I think of Radisson Blu? Hmmmmm.... oya read the review. Have you seen my previous reviews? Check the out HERE

IF GOD HAS BLESSED ME, THERE'S NO REASON TO HIDE IT- IYANYA

Iyanya was recently interviewed by PUNCH and these are excerpts from the interview:

"I do not get it when people say we (artistes) show off on social media. I mean if God has blessed me, there is no reason to hide that. We are not showing off. After all, everyone knows Iyanya’s story. Whenever I post pictures of my cars or money on Instragram, the public should understand that it is just my own way of saying if God can do it for me, He can for you too.” 

GIVEAWAY : HAVE A BUSINESS OR STARTING ONE? WIN A BUSINESS PLAN !!!

I love all kinds of giveaways, and that's why I appreciate my sponsors, there's a variety of offers and gifts to win on my blog, today we're talking business! 

Owens Xley is a consulting firm that provides solutions for small business. They work with entrepreneurs who are about to launch their businesses. They also provide support services for already existing businesses that are not achieving the desired levels of profitability.

POLL: IS ERICA CAMPBELL'S OUTFIT TOO SEXY FOR A GOSPEL ALBUM COVER?

Erica Campbell has been getting a lot of backlash lately since she released her Gospel Album Cover, Erica is the other half of Gospel duo Mary Mary and a Pastor's wife; I never knew she was this curvy, just look at that coke bottle body! Oooh la la! I guess this is exactly the problem, she has been criticized, this album cover is too sexy for a gospel artiste.

MOVIE REVIEW: SHOULD YOU REALLY WATCH LAGOS COUGARS???

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Eh!!! I cannot believe I have been ignoring this movie! I went online to check out the movies showing at Silver Bird Cinemas, when I saw Lagos Cougars I just comot my face, the last nollywood movie I spent all my money on, bought popcorn 200 naira plus Fanta 600 naira each was total rubbish!!! 

Anyways, before I say anything let me tell you that I enjoyed the movie: chei the feem tuff!!! And I found it hilarious!!! Bobo doesn't agree. Uche Jombo, Monalisa Chinda and Daniella Okeka, starred in the movie, it also features some new comers as well (the male acts). I've never heard about Daniella until this movie and her body is... just so beautifully curved, but her acting was not so great. Sean Faqua was brilliant in his role, y'all should look out for him!

Okay, the movie was about three professional, single ladies probably in their forties who found their way into "cougarism", is that even a word? Anyways, for one of them (Uche) it was a decision, for the other (Daniella) it was for love and for the third (Monalisa) it was just chance. I don’t want to spoil this movie for you oh…should I? Ok, I’ll just tell you my favourite parts, there was one time Elsie (Monalisa) told Joke (Daniella) to give in to being a cougar and “Service her engine with Jite premium engine oil”….everybody burst out laughing! Jite is the name of Joke’s toyboy/employee/lover.

INTRODUCING LUV UR BODY MENSTRUAL CUPS! SAY GOODBYE TO PADS & TAMPONS!

The Luv Ur Body Menstrual Cup brand is a luxury range of menstrual cups completely different from all other brands on the market today. Undoubtedly it is the Rolls Royce of menstrual cups. This brand has revolutionized menstrual cup design by moving the look and feel away from the dull plain clinical hospital and medical device like look and feel of all other brands to introduce this beautifully aesthetic brand with ample volumes sure to give a woman for up to 12 hours. This is due to its comfort, unique cup design, soft swell rim for extra capacity and engraved patterns which make it as pretty as lingerie, and as pretty as you.

 Aside from the beautiful design of the Cup, its revolutionary unique short leaf stem which rests on a ball grip is thinner than the cup walls so that it occupies less space and thus causes less discomfort in the vaginal area than the long flat ribbed tab or hollow blunt ribbed stems of other brands.

SISIYEMMIE'S OPEN LETTER TO YOU, YES, YOU!

I told you I was going to write a speech, you thought I was playing abi? This is my own open letter to my blog readers, YouTube subscribers, Twitter followers and Facebook followers. 

Dear Brethren,

READ IYABO OBASANJO'S 11 PAGE LETTER TO HER FATHER: "DEAR DADDY, YOU DON'T OWN NIGERIA..."

It appears to be a season of open letters in Nigeria, did you miss Obasanjo's open letter to President Jonathan? Well, Iyabo doesn't seem too pleased with her father, check out her 11 page letter to her dad. What do you make of it? Iyabo, first child of the former president, started the letter titled, Open Letter to my Father with a 4th century Chinese proverb by Mencius which states: “The great man is he who does not lose his child’s heart.”

Read full letter below:

GIVEAWAY: THE BIG SWITCH COSMETICS GIVEAWAY!

Remember our earlier Switch Cosmetics giveaway? well, here's another offer! I received a lot of products from them and they are willing to giveaway everything I received to you! All you have to do is follow the rules! 

MONDAY CHIT-CHAT : LAGOS COUGARS, NIGERIAN BLOG AWARDS AND BEAUTY XTRAORDINARY!

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My people how una dey??? How was your weekend? I am extremely excited today, why? It’s because y’all are awesome, clap for yourself and chop knuckle! Why am I hailing you? Wait I dey come, let me do my weekend run down first… *rubs hands in glee. As usual, the first to leave a comment wins free airtime recharge and today's own go big because I'm in a good mood. Infact, the first 2 comments + email will win! 2 winners! Les go deer!

GIVEAWAY WINNERS : LUSHDEALS & LOVE DESSERTS!

Hi! Thank you all for entering into all these giveaways, I appreciate every comment, and I wish everyone could win, but there will be more giveaways and more people that haven't won before will get a chance! Today I will be announcing the LushDeals and Love Desserts Giveaway ! Thank you to all the sponsors!!! 

CHRISTMAS SEASON SALE! SHOP FOR FAB WIGS FROM EVAWIGS.COM !!!

This is the season for shopping and EvaWigs.com is selling wigs for huge discount prizes!!! You definitely do not want to miss this.  EvaWigs.com celebrates the season with gorgeous hair for less! Christmas is here and it all begins with stunning gorgeous hair. Enjoy incredible slash on authentic virgin mane for all occasion from the 5th of December and does not end till the 25th of December!

THIS IS WHAT IS WRONG ABOUT HOW DONBRAYE AKANGBOU DIED...

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What a loss! Donbraye is Bobo’s childhood friend, they attended Air Force secondary school together, I never met Donbraye but he was someone whose name I was familiar with because Bobo has  gisted about him to me, DonB as he was popularly called was full of humour, always smiling and e nor get wahala. He was also hailed as "Donbraye, your own beta". There is so much wrong with how Donbraye died...Tweet

BEYONCE SURPRISES FANS BY SECRETLY RELEASING ALBUM ON ITUNES + SHE FEATURES CHIMAMANDA ADICHIE!

Beyonce... Mama ni yen! Queen B l'omo! Beyonce surprised her fans by dropping her 5th studio album a few hours ago!

Kini big deal? Read my points below.

OPRAH REVEALS WHY SHE DOESN'T HAVE CHILDREN...

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I grew up watching Oprah; I have always wondered why she didn't have kids and why she hasn't married her long time bobo, Mr. Stedman, have you wondered too? Well in this issue of Hollywood Reporter, Oprah answers why she doesn't have kids... She had this to say: 

LIES WOMEN BELIEVE ABOUT MEN !!!

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There are definitely some myths/lies that I believe women have been swallowing hook, line, and sinker over the years, and that's because we force ourselves to believe these things that they seemingly become true but all na lie! I even feel some of them are propagated by some men... so here goes: 

SEE OBASANJO'S 18 PAGE LETTER TO PRESIDENT GOODLUCK JONATHAN!!

Premium Times reports that Obasanjo wrote this 18 page letter to President Goodluck Jonathan, but the letter got leaked, so here it is for your viewing pleasure. In this letter, Obasanjo highlights that the President has 'failed to deliver on his promises to Nigerians, stem corruption, promote national unity and strengthen national security."... What do you make of it? 

GIVEAWAY : LOVE DESSERTS? 3 WINNERS, 3 BOXES OF CHOCOLATE FRUITCAKE CUPCAKES!

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I love GIVEAWAYS and I know you all love GIVEAWAYS too! So here's a yummy GIVEAWAY specially from Love Desserts to you! There will be 3 winners, isn't that awesome?!! I received a variety of cookies from Love Desserts a few weeks ago and I chopped everything before I remembered to show you guys. LOL. You can contact them for orders and you get a discount! Read the below for more information.

SIGNIFICANT MOMENTS FROM NELSON MANDELA'S MEMORIAL SERVICE !

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It's all over the news, it's on the headlines, Mandela is everywhere! Did you watch the Memorial Service? It gives me goosebumps just seeing how much loved and respected he was, if you didn't see that in his lifetime you would have seen it during the memorial service, it was a memorable celebration of his life! Here are moments that I think stood out during the event: Tweet

11 SIMPLE WAYS I USE VASELINE !!!

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Hi!!! How's everyone doing today? I can generalize that most Nigerians know what Vaseline is, you've probably used it or know someone who does. I grew up with Vaseline and it never leaves my vanity, that's because I have found multiple uses for it! I always buy the one with the cocoa butter scent, I think the regular one smells like "engine oil".  Biko, don't mind me. So here are 11 things I use Vaseline for:

MONDAY CHIT-CHAT: WEDDINGS, BIRTHDAYS AND EMPOWERMENT!!!

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Hi! How's everyone doing? Hope you had a fabulous weekend? Whether you spent it sleeping, eating, partying, all join! I hope you enjoyed it. Now don't forget that the 1st to leave a comment + email address wins airtime recharge!

DONATION DRIVE FOR DECEMBER: LETS GIVE TOGETHER!

In 2012, a group of 13 young folks came together and decided to make December special for others by birthing a charity project #ProjectDDD ((Donation Drive 4 December).

Last year, we were able to reach out to two orphanages and one home for the elderly. We gathered clothes, food items, shoes and materials from our donors for the less privileged. It was such joy putting smiles on the faces of the orphans.

3 DAYS TO SHOP, UNWIND & SOCIALIZE AT SHUTDOWN XMAS FAIR IN LAGOS ORIENTAL HOTEL LEKKI

Christmas comes once a year so it’s best to have all the fun you can. How? With Strands Events’ event titled the Shut Down Xmas Fair 2013.

Strands Events presents one of Nigeria’s exquisite shopping experiences of 2013. This event is the perfect opportunity to promote your products/business to people passionate about shopping, Christmas and quality living standards.

The theme “Something for All the Senses” (See, Smell, Hear, Taste and… Buy) is to invite visitors to come, view and purchase from beauty and fashion products. Gadgets, hampers, hair, clothes, jewellery, shoes, bags, makeup, children toys & accessories, decorations, household items, cooking utensils, corporate brands and lots more will take centre stage at the #ShutDownXmasFair 2013.

REVIEW: BANGKOK RESTAURANT LAGOS!

 WHERE WE WENT

You guys know I’m a foodie, I love good food! I heard about Bangkok a few days before, since I was craving something different, I was tired of jollof rice, pounded yam, so I said, why not! Bangkok serves Thai food and this would be my third time eating Thai, did I enjoy myself? Read the rest of the review! Bangkok Restaurant opens 11:00 am - 11:00 pm, they take Bookings, Walk-ins, Takeaway, Delivery, Catering and Table Service!

GIVEAWAY WINNERS: ANKARA FABRIC, SHAR OKE'S JEWELRY & THE TOTAL PROFESSIONAL WOMAN SEMINAR!

Hi! Thank you all for entering into all these giveaways, I appreciate every comment, and I wish everyone could win, but there will be more giveaways and more people that haven't won before will get a chance! Today I will be announcing the Ankara Fabric, Shar Oke's Jewelry and The Total Professional Woman Seminar Giveaway ! Thank you to all the sponsors!!! 

ANKARA FABRIC

Aibee yemfasho@yahoo.com

SHAR OKE

Mary Onyeka idolze14@gmail.com

THE TOTAL PROFESSIONAL WOMAN

Frances Okoro okorofrances@gmail.com

Ariremako Deborah ariremakol@yahoo.com

Lolade Adigun loladeadigun@yahoo.co.uk

Opeyemi Oluwashade opeyemioluwashade@gmail.com

Nora Ibeawuchi Ibeawuchi.nora@yahoo.com

Congrats you guys! There's a new Giveaway that I posted yesterday, don't miss it LUSHDEALS GIVEAWAY!  Have a great day!

Ps. Please vote for me at the Nigerian Blog Awards, I was nominated for Best Designed Blog, Nigerian Blog of The Year, Best Humour Blog and Best Personal Blog! Here's the link - VOTE

7 GREAT LESSONS I LEARNT FROM NELSON MANDELA!

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Mandela was a great man, he changed history and affected so many lives, he fought for the freedom many now enjoy, he LIVED! His life should be celebrated and he will always be remembered for good and celebrated for generations to come! I never got a chance to meet him but here's what I learned from his life...Tweet

GIVEAWAY: WIN THIS BEAUTIFUL D@AC WATCH!

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I love GIVEAWAYS! and this one is possible thanks to LushDeals and D@AC. LushDeals, is a deal site that brings its members daily discounts on popular products and services in Lagos, Nigeria, as a one stop discount centre, they offers variety of products and services to customers, they work as the middlemen between local business and their customers. You should feel secure trying something new – just because its featured on LushDeals!

RECIPE + VIDEO : CHICKEN VEGGIE GRAVY!

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I love Chicken Curry Sauce, well that's what I grew up calling it. Some people call it Chicken Vegetable Gravy which I actually think is more appropriate. LOL. Why I love this gravy is because it does not take too long to cook, quickie food, it tastes absolutely delicious and it tasonson's everywhere, your neighbors will come knocking! *tasonson means aroma. You can remix it anyhow you like, you can shred your chicken, you can add potatoes and make it like porridge, or you can eat it as gravy and maybe rice/spaghetti.  This is perfect for days when you don't feel like making stew.

WOMEN IN AFRICA LEADERSHIP: WOMEN IN GOVERNMENT & POLITICS CONFERENCE (WIGP) LONDON!

Nigeria's Petroleum Minister Deizani Alison Madueke and some Nigeria Female politicians  were among Women in Africa Leadership who attended the Women in Government and Politics Conference (WIGP) convened by the WJSeries held at Central Hall in Westminster, London.

HAVE YOU DOWNLOADED THE AYO GAME APP?

Remember that ‘Ayo’ game we grew up playing? That strategy board game where you try to get as many seeds belonging to your opponent as possible? Yes that one!  

Well, it’s an app available on the Google Play store. And not just that, you can also play with anyone in the world once they download the app, so both of you don’t have to be physically in the same place. You can also chat with them too while playing! This is awesome for those in Long Distance Relationships/ Friendships/ Family...LOL

MOVE OVER KAFFY, HERE COMES 9 YEAR OLD AMARACHI!

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Please don't tell me you haven't heard of Amarachi!!! Actually I carried last too until Bobo sent me a link to one of her videos a few weeks back, I was like O.o... Kaffy, you have competition and she's just 9 years old!!! This little lady is a ball of talent, she's funny, her personality is so sweet, she can dance and her singing sef is one in town.

DRIVING IN LAGOS: THE REAL RULES AND TIPS!

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On Friday night I jejely went to Ikeja Shopping Mall, crazy things happen to me at that place- I think I should reduce the times I frequent there. I parked and went in to do my shopping, by the time I was ready see the queue to pay for parking at the kiosk, long from here to Kano.

Anyways, so I was trying to pull out but because Lagos drivers are so wicked nobody gave me chance, I was there for like 10 minutes trying, when I noticed these drivers nor get the fear of God, I told my cousin to biko help me come down and beg one driver so that they can just wait for 2 seconds while I pull out, somebody finally greed. 

WIN A FREE AFRO FULL LACE HUMAN HAIR WIG FOR CHRISTMAS!

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It’s time for shopping, this season, people start early to search for special gifts for their own, their friends, and their family. If you are still stuck for idea, then to look to EvaWigs.com who are gearing up for the holiday season, especially the Christmas! Maybe you will be the luckiest one to win their free ‘2013 Christmas gifts’ - a full lace human hair wig!

Wigs are not new to most people these days since there are many people shopping for all kinds of wigs . Keep in mind that not only celebrities could be stylish, chic all the time, you also have the equal chance to be fashionable and to get the focus around you! EvaWigs.com is like none other! It has the first-rate manufacture skill, aiming to offer their customers the best quality.

WIN A TICKET TO ATTEND "THE TOTAL PROFESSIONAL WOMAN" EVENT!!!

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Hi All! Have you heard about this event? I'll tell you about it! 

'The Total Professional Woman” strives for balance in all areas of her life; personal life, career,and family. Every female who desires success in all aspects of her life must strive for mastery; she must extend herself and stretch beyond her comfort zone in order to develop her skills and personae. The Total Professional Woman event is one that provides an opportunity for women to learn and develop skills, interact with top female executives, and also network with peers. You should be there!

MONDAY CHIT-CHAT: TESTIMONY, RADISSON BLU, BLESSINGS, GIVEAWAY!

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Hi!!! Welcome to the awesome month of December; you’re alive, you made it!!! Whoppee! Just like that we are here; so many things have happened in the past 11 months, most of which I’m grateful for. I love this month specially because it closes a chapter and ushers in another…  but more importantly you don buy your Christmas cloth?

Ehen, the first to leave a comment wins airtime recharge , plus another lucky person wins ticket to an event I will be posting in the next few hours! Please leave a comment + your email!