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The Stylish P. 15 FRENCH LACE P. 08

Statement

BELTS

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Hair Treatments Directly From Your Kitchen P. 15

Chito Nwana Success is not money, it’s

fulfillment and contentment

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C.o.n.t.e.n.t.s

Fashionista:

Aisha Buhari Unveiled

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Men’s Fashion:

Statement Belts

Healthy Living:

Why walnut is good for your heart

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ON THE COVER:

Dr. Chito Nwana

Photo by: MacJohn Akande

Success is not money, it’s fulfillment and contentment

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Hello Readers,

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Editor AISHA UMAR-HALILU Deputy Editor VICTORIA ONEHI Writers MULIKATU MUKAILA PUPWAYA TIMOTHY DIBAL Designer BALLIE KAFRAN

Email: tambari@dailytrust.com Telephone: 0803 701 3302

ll over the world, people have role models in different spheres of life. It is not different when it comes to fashion. We have seen the Jackie Kennedys, Audrey Hepburns, Princess Dianas, Coco Channels, Maryam Babangidas and so on; who have inspired changes in fashion or made history. So, each time we have a new First Lady in Nigeria, women quickly identify with her sense of fashion and it instantly becomes a trend. Well, from the outings made by the wife of the President- elected, Aisha Buhari, we have already seen her cosmopolitan way of style and demure looks which have shaped the face that we will be seeing for the next four years. So, in this edition, we

are paying tribute not only to her but also to her personal style.

Give it to fashionitas, this year has been very interesting. And when you sit back and reflect on the fashion scenes so far, there hasn’t been a dull moment. With utterly glam and absolutely wearable outfits on the go this year, you can be asking for a deal. So invest in outfits and pieces that will stand the test of time.

Our featured personality is Dr Chito Nwana.

We hope you enjoy this package. Have a great week.

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Aisha Buhari

Unveiled

BY Aisha Umar-Halilu

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ajiya Aisha Buhari is Nigeria’s first ladyin-waiting. The wife of the newly elected president, General Muhammadu Buhari, brought her elegance forth during the last few months running up to the elections, revealing her demure style in a very sophisticated manner. Aisha, a trained beautician, could be described as a fashion go-getter/ enthusiast from what we’ve seen so far. She has already carved a niche for herself as someone with very high point in her sense of fashion. Her veils and lappaya are outstanding. She’s simple but elegance personified. Her outfits sit on her slim tall frame like a glove, commanding both presence and charm. With well defined eyebrows and a fixed smile that melts hearts, this shy but outspoken personality will be the face of Nigerian women for the next few years.

Unveiling Aisha Buhari

1 Matching veils with her outfits 2 Loves Lappaya (a 7- meter fabric wrapped around the body) which is popular among women in the North-Eastern part of Nigeria.

3 Well defined eyebrows 4 Loves fitted styles and Kaftan boubous 5 Has a charming smile that can melt many hearts.

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INTERVIEW BY Victoria Onehi

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rom childhood she believed she was called to become a medical doctor. Despite other passions calling her attention, she followed her dream tenaciously, and today, she is a consultant gynaecologist and obstetrician. She owns Tabitha Women Centre.

Having practised in both government and private sectors in Nigeria, Dr Chito Nwana believes that one culture which is lacking amongst Nigerians is preventive care. This habit, she believes we must all imbibe, and enjoins government to make it popular by subsidizing it. Dr Chito is married to a lawyer and they have a son.

‘Success is not money, it’s fulfillment and contentment’

Cover Photos by: Ikechukwu Ibe

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High and low points of being a doctor

I have always wanted to be a doctor. My father was in the field of public health. He was the registrar at the College of Medicine, University of Calabar at the time we returned from Canada. He promoted public health.

It’s from him I saw all the medical encyclopaedia. And I knew that was what I wanted to do. I describe medicine as a calling. I think I was called to it from a very young age.

I desired to study Medicine from the age of seven. It was always a passion for me.

The highpoint of every doctor is to see the sick get well.

Seeing a person get well is the rewarding part of being a doctor. That is the primary goal of doing what we do. It’s very encouraging when a person gets well.

The down side is when we see complications, and in some cases, the person passes away. Gynaecologists have more ‘highs’ than ‘lows.’ But when you have those lows you really feel bad. But you have an understanding that you are still a human being, and that you can’t play God all the time. You are not God. You do the best you can do.

Do all the right things you know how to do and fight for the person’s life. If the person gets worse or passes away, you know in your spirit that you did all you could as a human being and a doctor.

I had a lot of fond memories. I had great parents. The good thing my father and mother did was to create memories.

It’s something I learnt and do with my son. When we were in Canada we had the kind of environment that encourages that. We did a lot of road trips. Even when we returned to Nigeria, my father would take us on a lot of road trips. We would go to Ajaokuta to see the rocks and different sights. My parents were amazing. We did a lot of things with my father. We are a close-knit family. I have three sisters and one brother.

I met him in the US. While I was studying there, he came on a visit. We were good friends before we got married. It was not really love at first sight (even if it was, I held my heart until I was very sure). I like the way he interacted with me and we got along very well. We call ourselves Inyang (meaning my other half now). I am the heart and he is the brain. That is how we see ourselves in most aspects of our life, even businesswise. It’s more of a friendship. We met in 2005 and got married in 2006.

I think I like his confidence. He is a very intelligent man. He is family oriented; he takes care of us. He is a very dedicated person and very hardworking. He is very God-fearing.

Sometimes I have to tap into his faith.

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I think it’s a trip to Malta.

We had our honeymoon there - being away from our everyday environment. I love the being together. I like anything that has to do with us in one place. He is always working and I am working.

As a doctor I work late hours, and he works too. He is a lawyer. So when we can go out and be together out of the environment that pulls us apart, I enjoy it a lot. I enjoyed our trip to Malta and all other trips we have made.

Nigerians should develop a culture of being able to wait for a long-term gratification and stop living the life of seeking instant gratification.”

I was a unique medical student. When I was 20, I thought I was going to own a chain of hotels. One of the things I loved as a child was when we visited hotels. So I said it would be good to have a chain of hotels and a resort. I always like to think out of the box. I like planning events and things like that.

When I became a mother

It was a thing of joy when I became a mother. I could not believe it initially. I stared at him and wondered that I had become a mother. There is so much love you have in your heart for your child. I said to myself, “So I am responsible for this child and I will nurture him?’’ Having my first child in my 30s came with a lot of maturity.

Being attended to during delivery

For me, it was fine. But for the doctor that took care of me, I think she would say I was the worst patient.

Doctors are the worst patients. Everything they advised me during delivery, I always had my opinion. While I lay in the bed, I think there was a time they said the heart rate of the baby was going down and they were thinking they should proceed for a Cs. I said no, no. I know how frustrating it is when you want to do something and the patient is saying no. So, it is better you don’t know. But when you know, you are at high alert.

Being an entrepreneur

Attraction to my husband

Best gift he has given me

Fond memories

My dream at 20

I opened Tabitha as a challenge. There were so many people travelling abroad for so many things. My thought was that the equipment did not make the difference, but the mindset of the people doing the job. So I felt I should set up a centre where I could influence the mindset of people and see if it could make a difference.

My owning a place came from my experience of working in the public and private sectors in Nigeria.

life

Doctors and social

There may be a time for social life, but most times we want to use that time to rest.

But we have to make a conscious effort and create time for ourselves. We have to know when to have a time-out and not burn out.

At my time-out, when I lie in my bed and watch series/movies without distractions, I’m in heaven. Being able to have that timeout and lie down is important for me. You know when you are a mother and working, that time of lying in the bed with no one disturbing you is a ‘big thing.’

Managing the home front

We get support, like having to get a nanny. From the age of one I put my son in the day care. That helped me during the day when I was working. Though I felt guilty, but there was nothing I could do. With that, I balanced my hours.

Now, he is five years and I make sure I drop him in school every morning.

So every day I am up at 5 am. I get him ready and drop him at school while I go to the office.

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“Focus on that one seed you planted and keep watering it, then the seed will grow into a big plant. So focus is key. That explained a lot for me.”

I bring him back and he does his homework and I try to oversee him. Even if I have to go back to the hospital I will bring him back and supervise him while he eats. When I am not around, he won’t eat.

At weekends, I take him to the park. I have a to-dolist and plan what I want to do a day before.

Keeping fit

Early in the morning, I get up and I run. And if I don’t do that in the morning I will not do it again.

For beauty regimen, I just make sure I wash my face and have my bath before going to bed every evening and morning. I believe women should care of themselves One thing I will emphasize for both women and everyone is that we need to be active in doing our wellness visit /check-up yearly. From what I have noticed, people that come sick have been seeing symptoms way back. The truth is, if you can catch something early, then you can make it go away. But when you leave it for long, the patient will be battling with the ailment or even managing it and not eradicating it. One thing in Nigeria that is really low is preventive care. Preventive care is cheaper than treating any ailment/medical condition. If you have a relative managing diabetes or high blood pressure, or any of the chronic diseases, you will know how expensive it is. It’s so much cheaper to do your check-up once a year and know what is going on with you. Preventive care is one thing that is missing.

We have to make it a habit. But then, government has to help us by subsidizing it.

My driving force

Without sounding religious, I must say it is God first. Every time I want to give up, I get reminded that this is an assignment I am called to do. I always believe I was called to do medicine. I say that because of the instincts I have when I am treating people.

I come up with an idea almost out of the box and I do it, and it works. So a lot of time, I know it is a calling. Also, having an idea that it is for a long time gratification always helps me. I work with the mindset that it’s for something bigger and greater in the future.

People who inspire me

Like I said, I was inspired initially by my late dad.

Seeing how he approached life and his integrity really inspired me. He allowed me to be true to myself, and that made me come to the place where

everything I do is true.

Also, I have a mother who was hardworking and disciplined. She was really a disciplinarian.

As a woman she showed me that anything you put your heart to, you can do it and do it well and not be intimidated or challenged by things around you. Then, my sisters and brother are in different fields and we encourage and inspire each other. Also, my husband and I have been married for nine years now, and he inspires me a lot. You know what it means when you feel you are falling and you have someone to lift you up. He keeps me up and going. Again, my mentor, Pastor Oby Patari, who is also an entrepreneur, inspires me to do things the right way following biblical principles.

Highest point

My highest point in life is having my son, Nathan.

Without a doubt, my son is my high- point. No matter how bad I feel, no matter how sad I am, once I see him, I know I am getting something right. He is a brilliant little boy. He gives me so much joy. He is my highpoint.

Success

Success is having a dream/goal and working on it and being able to persevere enough to achieve it.

For me, success is not money, its fulfillment and contentment.

Style

I dress how I feel. I love elegant dresses. I admire it when people come out looking very elegant. I have someone who sews according to what I like. She is Jummai Kolo. I am not a strict conservative, but I wear what I am comfortable in.

I think Nigerian designers are doing pretty well. I have always liked that blend of Ankara and English style. It’s elegant beyond measures. Abroad people

use Ankara, so there is something in it that we should tap more into.

People I would love to meet

Oprah Winfrey and Barack Obama and his wife. I have always wanted to be on Oprah Show and now, Oprah Show is over. I would like to meet with Obama oneon-one because we were born on the same day, January 29. I love Michelle and I love what she signifies as the First Lady - her elegance, her project, her interaction with the people and her focus. I love to meet Tyler Perry as well. He is a good movie producer.

Best movie

I am a movie lover. My best movie is The Notebook. My best actor is Denzel Washington and actress is Angela Bassett. Maya Angelo is my favourite author.

A culture we must develop

Nigerians should develop a culture of being able to wait for a long-term gratification and stop living the life of seeking instant gratification. When you have the ability to be patient and persevere and wait for long-term gratification, you will have a benefit that is long lasting. Hold out and continue what you are doing. You find out people doing many things at the same time instead of trying to focus. Tyler Perry (an actor and producer) said something that stocked in my spirit till date. He said, “Plant a seed, water the seed and allow God to put the fertilisers.

But if you plant many seeds, how well will you water all the seed, and at the end, none of them grows and becomes healthy.’’ Focus on that one seed you planted and keep watering it, then the seed will grow into a big plant. So focus is key. That explained a lot for me.

Do what you love and keep going. That is one of the principles I live by.

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FASHION NE WS

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MyMakeupNG presents traditional bridal inspiration

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eauty brand, MyMakeupGN, presented great makeup looks for would-be-brides suitable for their traditional wedding recently.

Models were made up in beautiful

Abuja to host A International Fashion week

buja residents will witness one of the biggest international fashion shows soon. The event, which is organised

by Jhelp Concept, will feature designers across Nigeria and abroad.

Some stars in the entertainment industry will be honoured at the show as well. They are Onyeka Onwenu (ace musician), Ini Edo (actress) and Linda Ikeji (blogger).

The event, which is billed to hold in July, will be held at the Sheraton Hotel and Towers, Abuja.

colours which suit different traditional wedding colour themes.

Find some traditional bridal inspiration from the models.

COMPILED

BY Victoria Onehi

Ejiro Amos Tafari release latest collection

O Models for Kiki Kamanu

ne of Nigeria’s women’s wear designers, Ejiro Amos Tafari (EAT) released her latest collection into the market recently.

Her brand is known for classic elegance and style. The intricate

detailing on the pieces was brought to life with hues of white, gold, and a plot twist delivered with the introduction of mysterious black.

The Tafari design is for the elegant, classy city lady.

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FASHIONISTA

The Stylish French Lace

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

Hafsat

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rench laces have their own patterns, and designs on them are mostly different from the normal laces.

Though categorised under the lace fabric, their designs give one a clue of whatever style one tends to come up with; even as it gives you a unique look that gives more credit to your fashion stylish flow.

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FASHIONISTA

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Kate Henshaw

Funlola Aofiyebi

Agness

Hand Bracelets

BY Pupwaya Timothy Dibal

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omen know that no outfit is complete without a few accessories. The right piece of jewellery can tie together an entire ensemble. Bracelets are an easy and attractive accessory that comes in a wide range of colours, sizes, materials and designs. They are worn on the wrist. Choosing the right bracelet to accessorize an outfit involves more than just colour coordination.

The bracelet wearer should follow

these tips: • You must consider the colour.

• Consider your blouse length.

• Follow the one wrist rule of wearing bracelets.

• Consider your bone structure and know the one that fits.

• Always wear the one you will be comfortable with. Bracelets that are too small for the wrist can cut off circulation in the hand.

• Go for the ones with nice designs and set a fashion statement.

Tiwa Savage

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MEN’S FASHION

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Designer Belts

Designer Belts

Mai Atafo

belts Statement

BY Pupwaya Timothy Dibal

Yomi Makun

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elts are among the most fashionable items for men. The simple task, done right, confirms you as a man who knows his taste when it comes to fashion. Belts can, for the most part, be easily sectioned into casual and formal. For instance, a plain, slim, leather belt with a small buckle will be suitable for formal

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outfits. To enable you make a statement with the right belt, just follow these simple tips: Wear a belt that enriches your look.

Match your belt colour to at least one aspect of your outfit.

Never make the mistake of wearing the wrong belt on your outfit.

Ensure that you have different colours and designs of belts in your wardrobe.

Always go for the best that lasts longer.

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CAN I USE EUGYNON? I don’t want to be pregnant. I had an unprotected sex accidentally recently and I saw my period the next day. Please, what is the tendency of me getting pregnant? A pill was suggested to me (Eugynon).

Linda, Kaduna In this situation, what would have been better is for you to have taken post-coital pill.

An example is Postinor. This is better taken within 48 hours after sex. Eugynon, which is a combination of estrogen and progesterone family planning pills but in modified dosage, can also be used for emergency contraception. Four pills of Eugynon taken 12 hours apart can be used.

The chances of getting pregnant is extremely low if not nil since the contact occurred a day before your menses. That is an extremely safe period.

WOMEN’S HEALTH

Dr. Nathaniel Adewole

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Consultant Obstetrician & Gynaecologist, University of Abuja Teaching Hospital, Gwagwalada - FCT. MOBILE: 0803 803 9182 EMAIL: nadewole2013@gmail.com

Her menstruation has a foul smell

My wife’s menstruation usually smells so much that even when we have sex I still perceive the bad odour. What could be the way out of this?

Audu, Keffi From what you described, she is likely to be having the pelvic inflammatory disease (PID).

You need to let her see a gynaecologist for proper check up. Endocervical swab or high vaginal swab for microscopy culture and sensitivity will be necessary. Meeting your partner during menstruation, especially in this circumstance, should be discouraged.

This is because with PID and contact during menstruation, with the open cervix, no cervical mucus plug, it increases the risk of more serious ascending infection.

“The chances of getting pregnant is extremely low if not nil since the contact occurred a day before your menses. That is an extremely safe period.”

PAINS IN THE BUTTOCKS What do you think can cause pains in the buttocks? I ask because when I sit for a long time, I feel pains.

Did you receive injections in the buttocks recently? Could it be injection abscess? This is a possibility; otherwise it is likely to be musculoskeletal pains. Go and see your family physician for proper assessment.

Please, always include name and address when sending your health enquiries to us. Thank you

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KANNY WOOD

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Finally, Sadiya Gyale takes a bow, gets married “Artistes and well-wishers gathered in their numbers to celebrate with Gyale. Everyone present at the walima was seen wearing smiles to signify their happiness for the actress’ successful exit from the screen business.”

BY Ibrahim Musa Giginyu

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inally, Kannywood screen diva, Sadiya Muhammad, popularly known in the movie industry as Sadiya Gyale, has bid farewell to the industry as she got married last Friday. Her marriage has put an end to a lot of rumours about her casual friendship with actor Baballe Hayatu.

Her relationship with Hayatu had generated a lot of stories within and outside the industry. They were virtually seen together almost at every occasion, fuelling divergent suspicions about their level of closeness, with some people saying they would end up as husband and wife. They, however, refuted the claims on several occasions, claiming they were platonic friends and nothing more.

For her ability to correctly interpret every role assigned to her, Sadiya Gyale had, in recent years, become a household name in the movie industry. This made her the most sought after actress. She became absent from the industry for several years, only to resurface with an invitation of her wedding to someone outside the industry.

The Kannywood beauty queen

was reported to have disputed a story and picture on Facebook, allegedly taken during Sadiya Gyale’s wedding. In that post, Sadiya Mohammed, a versatile first grade Hausa actress, who came into the movie industry in 2001, was said to have been a divorcee.

Sadiya broke her silence in the popular film, Gyale; hence she became popularly known as Sadiya Gyale. In one of her interviews, Gyale stated that she was from Kano State, though she was born in Lagos State in 1985.

Fans of the actress had raised a lot of questions on her unceremonious absence from the movie industry. News making the rounds has it that after returning from Saudi, her close friend in the industry, Zainab Raga, secretly got married, so Gyale decided to step aside from movie activities in order to

get a husband for herself. It was also reported that she ventured into business but still maintained a cordial relationship with operators of the movie industry.

On April 10, 2015, big names in the Hausa movie industry gathered at a mosque in Wudilawa quarters to witness the wedding Fatiha of the actress with Abubakar Muhammad.

The wedding was said to have been attended by virtually all the stakeholders in the industry.

The wedding Fatiha was conducted at 11:00am when the groom paid N50, 000 as dowry.

Those in attendance include Alkanawy, Shehu Hassan Kano, Bala Anas Babinlata, Ali Nuhu, Kabiru Maikaba, among others.

Walima (thanksgiving) was organised in respect of the actress at her home later in the evening.

Artistes and well-wishers gathered

in their numbers to celebrate with Gyale. Everyone present at the walima was seen wearing smiles to signify their happiness for the actress’ successful exit from the screen business. They all wished her a successful married life, even as gifts were also presented to her as a mark of appreciation.

Before taking a break from the industry, Sadiya Gyale starred in movies like ‘Yar Film, Albashi (The Salary), Armala, Bakar Ashana (Burned out Match), Balaraba, Dan Yola, Duniyar mu, Gidan Gado, Gidan Iko, Gudun Kaddara, Gwamnati, Gwanaye, Jamhuriyya, Jaraba, Kauna, Kishiya ko Yar Uwa, Kishiya ko Yar Uwa 2, Makuwa, Rintsin Kauna, Surkulle, Taurari, Tutar so, Ummi, among others.

Photos by: Sani Maikatanga

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Esan traditional marriage in Edo State

CULTURE

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BY Pupwaya Timothy Dibal

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raditional marriage is usually an arrangement between two families, not individuals. Accordingly, there is always pressure on the bride and bridegroom to make the marriage work as any problem will usually affect both families and strain the otherwise cordial relationship between them.

The man usually pays the dowry or bride-price and is thus considered the head of the family.

In Esan, girls are regarded as ripe for marriage between 15 and 18 years of age. Courtship can begin between the individuals involved during a trip to the river to fetch water or when the villagers gather round for a moonlight play.

Sometimes, parents of either the boy or the girl go in search of a spouse for their child. This leads to the betrothal phase, where marriage could be contracted with or without the consent of the individuals involved. Again, sometimes such betrothal would take place when a baby girl was born. Suitors would begin to approach the parents by sending logs of wood or bundle of yams to the parents of the child.

When a boy decides to get married and the parents have accepted the bride as a prospective daughter-in-law, messages are sent to both families.

Before the marriage proper is done, the family of the groom will go about to find out more about the family of the girl in question. They will find out if there are problems or chronic transferable diseases in the family and if the girl has good manners. When nothing negative comes out of the search, then a date is fixed for the declaration of intention. Terms of the marriage, which of course may include the dowry, are discussed and accepted. Gifts for the mother of the bride and members of the extended family are usually part of the agreement reached. A date is therefore set for the ceremony, which will take place in the home of the woman’s family. On the day of the marriage, there is always a lot of merriment when the bride and the bridegroom are presented openly to both families. Kolanuts and wine are presented.

The head of the woman’s family would normally preside over the ceremony. Prayers are said and kolanuts broken at the family shrine.

Rituals vary from family to family. The girl always sits on her father’s lap before she is given away. Amidst prayers, laughter and sometimes tears, she is also carefully led to the lap of the head of the bride’s family.

When the dowry is paid, the bride will be taken to the groom’s family house where his relatives and well-wishers will be waiting to welcome her.

As the family and friends of the bridegroom await the bride, messages will be sent, suggesting that there are barriers on the road. The bridegroom has to remove the barriers by sending money to the party, bringing the wife to him, else the wife will not arrive. As they approach the house of the bridegroom, people will sing, “Bride, be proud; the bride is proud.” Arrival at the bridegroom’s house is immediately followed by the ceremony

Esan couple in their traditional attire

of Ikpobo-ovbiaha - washing of the bride’s hands.

A bowl of water with money in it would be brought out. A woman in the groom’s family, sometimes a senior wife, would bring out a new headgear, wash the hand of the Ovbiaha in the bowl and dry her hand with the headgear. And the items will be given to the bride, including the money in the bowl.

According to Julius Asomhe, a native of Esan, after some days, the bride would be taken to the family altar and prayers are said for her. She will then undergo what is called the Igbikhiavbo ceremony - beating of okro on the flat mortar. This would be followed by a visit by the bride’s motherin-law and other female members of the family to the newlywed if they are not living in the same house.

bedspread on which they would both sleep for the first time after the wedding. If the bedspread is stained with blood, the bride is regarded as a virgin, and as such, she would be given many presents, including money. She further said that if it is proven that she is not a virgin, the preparation for the ceremony of Ivihen – oath taking ceremony would be set in motion. First, she has to confess to the older women, the “other men” in her life before she got married. The husband would never be told any of her confessions. She would be summoned to the family shrine early in the morning without warning, to take an oath of fidelity, faithfulness and honesty to her husband and family. This ceremony is the equivalent of the oath people take in the church, mosque or marriage registry. Once the oath taking ceremony is over, she would be fully accepted into the family and the community.

Mrs. Hannah Charles, on the other hand, said the mother of the groom would demand the

Happy Married Life Ndak B. Garba(Andrew) and former Miss Alheri Sunday after their wedding at ECWA Church, Indofa, Jaba, Kaduna State on April 6, 2015.

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HEALTHY LIVING

Why walnut is good for your heart

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BY Victoria Onehi Eating walnuts helps your heart. Find out how.

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alnuts have been eaten by many for years, but very few know how beneficial it is for their body. In reality, nuts are excellent sources of protein and other healthful nutrients. A new research has found walnuts to be healthy for the heart.

It says people who regularly eat walnuts are less likely to have heart attacks or die from heart diseases than those who rarely eat them. The Nurses’ Health Study, and the Physicians’ Health Study have shown a consistent 30 per cent to 50 per cent lower risk of sudden cardiac death or cardiovascular disease associated with eating nuts several times a week. Some health experts claim eating a diet that includes one cup of nuts daily can reduce your risk of heart disease.

There are several ways that nuts could have

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Vegetables & Prawns

such effect. The unsaturated fats they contain help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and raise HDL (good) cholesterol. One group of unsaturated fat found in walnuts, the Omega-3 fatty acids, appears to prevent the development of erratic heart rhythms. Omega-3 fatty acids (which are also found in fatty fish such as salmon) may also prevent blood clots.

Mrs. Sarah Abagai, head, Dietetics Department, National Hospital, Abuja said, “Walnuts are found to have more anti-oxidants and better quality antioxidants than other popular nuts tested. That is why we recommend them for healthy nutrition.”

Antioxidants protect cells against damage caused by harmful molecules known as free radicals. The damage can play a role in heart disease and other health conditions. They can lower cholesterol, reduce the oxidative stress caused by the free radicals and decrease unhealthy inflammation, he added.

Abagai also said, “Walnuts contain selenium

INGREDIENTS - 1 bunch of ugwu (fluted pumpkin leaves) - A handful of fresh prawns (cleaned) - 1 large onion - 1 spoonful ground crayfish(optional) - 1 tablespoonful vegetable oil - Fresh chilli pepper to taste - 1 seasoning cube or 1 teaspoon seasoning powder PREPARATION 1. If the prawns aren’t cleaned yet, remove the shell, break off the heads and tails and discard, then peel off the black vein at the back

(selenium has antioxidant properties and may help protect cells from damage) which works to help the heart. Generally, the walnut is good for the wellbeing of the entire body.”

Experts say the amount of antioxidants found in walnuts came out on top when compared with a variety of other nuts.

Many people shy away from eating them because they are concerned about the fat content and that the calories will lead to weight gain.

Studies have shown that people who incorporate a handful or so of walnuts in their diet daily either maintain weight or lose weight.

All nuts contain fibre, which helps lower your cholesterol. Fibre makes you feel full, so you eat less. Fibre is also thought to play a role in preventing diabetes.

Eating nuts as part of a healthy diet can be good for your heart. Nuts, which contain unsaturated fatty acids and other nutrients, are good snacks too. They are not expensive and are easy to store and pack when you are on the go.

of the prawn, rinse the prawn meat in salted water. And set aside.

2. Wash and slice the vegetables and set aside.

3. Chop the onions and pepper and set aside.

4. Place the oil into a pot, add the chopped onions, pepper, ground crayfish and fresh prawns.

Stir-fry for 10 seconds.

5. Add the sliced vegetable and seasoning powder, and stir-fry for about 2 minutes, or until the vegetable is cooked.

Serve and enjoy with jollof rice, boiled rice or yam.

HEALTH TIP OF THE WEEK Bacteria can be spread throughout the kitchen and get onto hands, cutting boards, utensils and food. So, wash your cutting boards, dishes, utensils, and counter tops with hot soapy water after preparing each food item and before you go on to the next food.

TAMBARI APRIL 19, 2015

BEAUT Y

15

Haircare in rainy season

BY Mulikatu Mukaila

T

he rainy season can rob hair off its bounce, leaving it limp and lifeless. The scalp constantly sweats, leading to itching, scratching and increased hair fall. Humidity weakens the hair, making it easily breakable.

If you get drenched in the rain, the first step you should take is to shampoo your hair as soon as you get back home.

This is because rainwater carries atmospheric pollutants that weaken your hair roots, causing hair fall. Also, it is recommended that you use a mild anti-dandruff shampoo.

Avoid hot hair treatment such as perming, straightening or coloring in the rainy season. Also, stretching the hair is not advisable as the repeated flow of hot air can cause damage to your hair, resulting in breakage and split ends.

Constant drenching in the rain and high levels of humidity spell out bad condition for your hair as there are possibilities that you might fall prey to a number of scalp problems and bad hair days during this season.

Certain scalp diseases become more prevalent during exposure to rainwater and consequent warm. Humid conditions encourage the growth of bacteria and fungi on the scalp. Painful pus-filled boils due to bacterial infections are fairly common in this season, not to mention severely itchy, flaking patches of fungal infection, which result in hair loss. So, diligent care is needed to maintain the health and good looks of your hair.

Sifa Gowon

Hair treatments directly from your kitchen

P

eel two bananas and mash them in a blender. Pour in a bowl and add some little amount of mayonnaise and olive oil. Mix well and apply this banana mask on your hair and leave it for about 30 minutes. Wash your hair with lukewarm water. You can also add 2 to 3 drops of essential oil to reduce the smell of mayonnaise. Save the leftover mask in an air-tight container, refrigerate it and re-use later.

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