Make Up Artists Gather For Minc

April 27, 2014

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Bringing together under one roof, makeup artists in Nigeria has been a tall order. Many of them function as small businesses in their various corners scattered across the country. In the fashion and beauty industry today, many young Nigerians male and female are being absolved in that labour market. To horn their skill better and expose them to international best practices, makeup DUWLVWV LQ 1LJHULD DUH JDWKHULQJ IRU WKH ÀUVW WLPH XQGHU WKH Make up in Nigeria Conference (MINC). The event is billed for Wednesday next week.

Speaking on our interview pages, are three of the top artists in the industry. Bayo Haastrup, is undoubtedly, one of the pioneer makeup artists in modern times. At a time when women who took it up as a profession were not considered serious, Bayo stuck out his neck, a lone ranger pursuing his passion in the female dominated industry and turning plain faces into works of art.

Then Tara Fela-Durotoye moved from just putting colours on faces into actual production of makeup lines and tools. Her brand Orekelewa, now provides products for makeup artists in the country today. The lawyer turned entrepreneur, keeps setting the pace in her industry.

Teniolami Adejuwon on the other hand is obsessed with providing training for young entrants into the industry.

Her training sessions have helped many take their career notches higher. Today, all three share their stories with

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If you are planning to grace a red carpet event soon, what colour of dress would you wear? The challenge of choosing a dress that will get you noticed can be daunting. We got three ladies to reveal their all-time favourite red carpet colour. It may just what you need for your next event. Pg 4-5 The nautical fashion also known as the VDLORU·V IDVKLRQ LV VWLOO KHUH ,W VXUIDFHV LQ fashion when you least expect it. Get inspired and sail away with Fatima Garba as she shows you how to work the trend. Pg 3.

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By - Fatima Garba

Trends come and go but if there was one trend that is not being left it is nautical fashion. We all know it has been around forever. The nautical style never goes out of fashion and you will notice sailor stripes everywhere around you. Red, white and blue have been the colours for nautical that inspired WKLQJV VLQFH WKH ȞV 1DXWLFDO IDVKLRQ QHYHU JRHV RXW RI style. This sailor inspired trend reappears every year with its simple lines and classic styling. Horizontal stripes in navy and ZKLWH ZLWK VXEWOH JROG GHWDLO PDNH D JLUO ORRN DV LI VKH¡V MXVW stepped off the yacht. Done right, this timeless style is appropriate for women of all ages.

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My Favourite Red C by - Jemi Ekunkunbor Many of us watch red carpet events from afar, never imagining that we could one day be part of it. The scary part for most people is, knowing DQG ÀQGLQJ DQ DSSURpriate dress to wear. A red carpet event gives you and your friends the chance to dress up like a celebrity and to interact ZLWK LQà XHQWLDO SHRSOH Unlike the cocktail event,, the very formal red carpet event like the black tie, requires that you adhere to strict dressing rules. And that gives some concern as to whatt to wear because it is not casual.

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Flattering BLUE by - Pa mela Echemunor

A cascade of colours can be found at various events but not all exude such calmness as the colour blue. Blue is the color of inspiration, sincerity and spirituality. It supersedes all others on the red carpet and off. Its sheer intensity provides the wearer with a deep aura that draws positivity and sublimity. Come take a dive with me into the blue…

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How to do blue for the red carpet FEMME Do a simple glamorous look with your blue gown, be it plain or designed, and dress your hair back to give you a sleek yet laid back demeanor. Pair your blue dress with a simple pair of black shoes and as Kurt Cobian will say “ Come as you are but with a little bit of sparkle thrown in” and accessorize with chandelier earrings and strut and shine.

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iola Okoya is a fashionista in the he real sense of the word and she never fails to impress, whereverr she enters. But the daughter of billionaire industrialist, Chief Razak Okoya, is taking her immense love forr fashion to a different but inspiring platform as she takes on a more challenging role as ‘Goodwill Ambassador of Africa Fashion Week London’ (AFWL).

Following the success of ‘Africa Fashion Week London’ and immense ng creativity of Nigerian designers during the 2013 AFWL, the organisers have decided to host another show, Africa Fashion Week in Nigeria (AFWN), to accommodate numerous talented, young and emerging designers in d Nigeria who have not been privileged to showcase on an international platform.

The first Africa Fashion Week th Nigeria billed to hold on 17th and 18th of May will feature collections of young, talented designers supported by some established names in the industry. In this interview, Abiola Okoya spoke about the upcoming fashion event, her role as goodwill ambassador and her fashion and beauty secret.

How do you feel as Goodwill Ambassador for AFWL? I am very excited at being branded a fashion ambassador of such an international event. From on set, I have always been in the fashion line; you can call me a fashionista if you so desire. It is also a pleasure collaborating with the founder, Ronke Ademiluyi, and my darling sister, Life Patron, 3ULQFHVV )LÂż (MLQGX What is the sole objective of the AFWL? 7KH REMHFWLYH LV WR JLYH IDVKLRQ GHVLJQHUV D SODWIRUP to place their designs on the international level. It is to empower youths, to give them a platform to showcase their designs.

Give us an insight into the Africa Fashion Week Nigeria and what it aims to achieve?

The AFWN intends to provide the opportunity of wide exposure to up and coming designers who have not been discovered yet but have a lot of creativity to show the world. For creativity to grow, there needs

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C Cr eat Creativity, certainly, is not lacking. What is needed is a platform pla for them to showcase their talent and n urtu it. nurture Wha should Nigerians expect at the AFWN What Being our maiden edition, you should expect a lot of colours, a lot of designers, creativity and then the right atmosphere. We should expect something we haven’t seen before. The event will be talked about for a long time. The Father of the Day is Chief Okoya Thomas, Female Grand Patron is Senator Daisy 'DQMXPD DQG RXU 3DWURQ LV +RQ $ELNH (UHZD 'DELUL

What does fashion mean to you? ,W GHSHQGV RQ WKH RFFDVLRQ ,I , DP JRLQJ WR WKH ṘFH , ZHDU ṘFH RXW¿WV EXW VLQFH ZH EHJDQ WKLV SURMHFW most of the time, I wear African attire to pass on my message as Goodwill Ambassador. I wear traditional ZHDUV D ORW WKHVH GD\V , KDYH GL̆HUHQW GHVLJQHUV WKDW PDNH P\ RXW¿WV , ORYH VOLSSHUV DQG VKRHV WKDW FRPSOHPHQW P\ RXW¿WV :KHQ \RX KDYH YDULRXV FRORXUV LWœV QRW GL̇FXOW WR PDNH D FKRLFH ZKHQ \RX DUH KXUU\LQJ RXW \RX MXVW SLFN DQ\RQH WKDW VXLWV \RXU RXW¿WV , DP QRW SDUWLFXODU DERXW EUDQG QDPHV LWœV more of quality for me, not quantity. )DVKLRQ IRU PH LV SHUVRQDO ,W PXVW UHÀHFW EHDXW\ and elegance while not being too seductive. The primary purpose is to be attractive.

to be a platform that celebrates and supports it; hence, contributing to its growth.

That is where Africa Fashion Week Nigeria comes in. Nigerian designers are drawing their inspiration IURP \HDUV RI FXOWXUDO IDVKLRQ KLVWRU\ DQG UHÂżWWLQJ LW for modern-day life, creating apparels that can sell at home and abroad. All these, we will showcase with the AFWN. What is your take on upcoming designers in Nigeria?

At present, I won’t say they are doing very well and this is what has given birth to this platform because we have not been able to lead on the proper channel. There are lots of undiscovered designers in the nooks and crannies of Nigeria. It’s a continuous HYHQW ZKLFK ZLOO R̆HU FHUWDLQ QXPEHU RI XSFRPLQJ designers the opportunity to showcase their designs.

What is your best beauty secret?

There is no secret behind beauty. It depends on your line of thought. To be obese is not something I cherish. Since I had my last child 14 years ago, I GHFLGHG WKDW , ZRXOG GHÂżQLWHO\ QRW EH IDW , KDYH always exercised. I eat well. I make sure I eat right also. I use the spa a lot. I love to take care of my skin. I know what to use to make my skin glow. I use natural VWXĚ&#x2020; )RU LQVWDQFH \RX FDQ XVH KRQH\ DQG RLO WR UXE \RXU VNLQ DQG LW ZLOO JLYH \RX D JORZ +RQH\ LV KHDOLQJ and oil makes the skin glow. Combine them, leave the mixture on the skin for thirty minutes. Then, wash it RĚ&#x2020; <RX JHW DQ LQVWDQW JORZ 7KHVH DUH WKH WKLQJV , GR on a daily basis. So, with my attitude of thinking right and the fear of God, these contribute to my inner and outer beauty.

Tell us what we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t know about you?

I am a go-getter and a very frank and straight forward person. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m into real estate and my intention to shift to oil and gas is still in the pipeline.

What has life taught you as a person?

From my upbringing and my background, life has taught me to be very humble, God fearing, to be a giver. The world is about giving and taking. Life has taught me to be patient. When you are God fearing, patient and determined, the sky is your limit.

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By Yemisi Suleiman

ara Fela-Durotoye, Bayo Haastrup and Teniolami Adejuwon are a force to be reckoned with in the make up industry in Nigeria. At a time when none saw the potentials in the business, these creative minds decided to build a career where none would thread. Today they have established themselves as creative professionals with instinctive abilities to bring out the unique beauty of each subject. They have given the make up and beauty industry a professional front while creating rewarding career path for others to follow.

Bringing on their wealth of experience, they have come together to

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Makeup Is More Than A Mere Hobby -TENIOLAMI ADEJUWON make-up artists in Nigeria?

Makeup in Nigeria Conference will do a lot of things for the industry. For the established veterans, teaming up to make this happen - the event highlights their career/business achievements over the years, as well as their exceptional creative abilities. It tells their story of hard work, of courage and enduring perseverance to build something that today, hundreds of young people can proudly relate with and

eniolami Adejuwon, Chief Executive of Beauty by Nature is an accomplished makeup artist and beauty therapist with a vast clientele base, locally and internationally.

Teni discovered her love for the beauty industry while working as a fashion model and would ODWHU VHW XS KHU RXWĂ&#x20AC;W LQ 6KH KROGV D GHgree in International Relations from the Lagos 6WDWH 8QLYHUVLW\ DQG )UHQFK /DQJXDJH IURP WKH 1LJHULDQ )UHQFK LQVWLWXWH )RU 7HQLROD EHDXW\ EXVLQHVV LV KHU OLIH¡V FDOOLQJ DQG HYHU\WKLQJ VKH does is driven by her desire to see the Nigerian beauty industry be at par with the west.

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How did you get involved with the organization?

Organizing industry-enabling and networking events is what we do at Beauty by Nature. From our quarterly Beauty Business Master classes to the monthly Beauty Entrepreneurial Lounge and our online portal, our passion is creating platforms that bring the industry together, teach qualitative and specialized beauty business knowledge and help small beauty start-ups channel their resources and talents to what is productive. When the call to serve came then, I would say it was a matter of divine positioning to work with a Mentor and Boss, Mrs. Tara Fela 'XURWR\H ZKR LV VHOĂ HVVO\ FRPPLWWHG WR WKH JURZWK of the Nigerian Makeup Industry. As well as all the other collaborators and partners who are contributing in no small measure to the success of this event.

What do you think this conference will do for

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Makeup/ Beauty is more than a mere hobby and you will need more than artistic creativity to succeed in this space. call a career.

For our fast-rising makeup artists, this event showcases their artistic talents and entrepreneurial brilliance. Helping the larger society to see what is possible and the potentials (in terms of job creation, business and investment opportunities) available in WKLV Ă&#x20AC;HOG ,W KHOSV WKH \RXQJ DQG WKH ROG YHWHUDQ DQG upcoming artist to see beyond their individuality to the power of an industry. It helps the young ones to connect with and network with older peers who have been where they want to go.

As a make up artist, where do you get your inspiration from?

My inspiration comes from God Almighty, from my passion for the industry and keen observation of WUHQGV RSSRUWXQLWLHV WKDW DERXQG LQ WKLV Ă&#x20AC;HOG , DP regularly updating my repertoire of knowledge about the business of beauty. I make it a point of duty to attend international industry events and build valuable relationships. Talking with young start-ups and small beauty businesses is also key for me; as it helps me keep abreast of the challenges in the industry and churn out strategies that will help them not only FRPEDW WKH SUREOHPV EXW DOVR UHPDLQ D SURĂ&#x20AC;WDEOH business entity.

What do you love most about make up?

I love makeup for the unique ability of helping to reveal the inner glow and beauty of a woman. For me, makeup is all about enhancing what I already have and being able to step out everyday with the FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQFH UHTXLUHG WR ZLQ LQ WKLV YHU\ FKDOOHQJLQJ and competitive world.

What is the most memorable moment you have had while doing your job?

When participants leave any of our trainings feeling IXOĂ&#x20AC;OOHG DQG FRQĂ&#x20AC;GHQW RI WDNLQJ WKHLU EHDXW\ EXVLQHVV to the next level; that for me is just priceless!

How would you describe your signature look and what is it about your style that sets you apart from other makeup artists?

Although I am a trained makeup artist and beauty therapist, I decided a long time ago to focus on the business of beauty. My company, Beauty by Nature offers consultancy services for beauty businesses; and yes, we come up with refreshing and empowering industry events too. That is what makes us different.

What three makeup items should no woman leave home without?

Lip Gloss is a must, Mascara and Powder. With those three in your handbag, you are good to go anytime!

What has been the biggest challenge of your career?

Our biggest challenge is convincing makeup artists and beauty professionals to see beyond just having artistic talents. We teach practical and specialized business skills for beauty professionals, and for a lot

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The event will bring together under one roof; make up lovers in Nigeria, LQWHUQDWLRQDOO\ DFFODLPHG 0DNHXS 3URIHVVLRQDOV LQGXVWU\ HGXFDWRUV DQG LFRQV $OVR H[SHFWHG DW WKH FRQIHUHQFH DUH &RORU $QDO\VWV PDNHXS designers and brands operating within the makeup industry. The event it is hoped will help develop industry standards, and position Nigerian makeup professionals to successfully compete internationally.

of young people they mistakenly think all they need know is how to paint a face. However, the success story of someone like Tara Fela Durotoye is a clear indication that you must understand the business of beauty to succeed in this industry.

What message do you have for young girls out there aspiring to grow up to be successful

make-up artist?

Invest in quality education. Makeup/Beauty is more than a mere hobby and you will need more than artistic creativity to succeed in this space. Go to a beauty school and develop your business acumen.

Believe in yourself, build your network and be patient. It takes time to build anything of value.

This Profession Has Taken Me Everywhere - BAYO HAASTRUP

D\R +DDVWUXS¡V ZKLUOZLQG FDUHHU has taken him to places that most budding makeup artists can only dream of. The fashion and beauty consultant, who also produces and directs beauty and fashion shows, is known for his ability to interpret briefs skillfully, making him a favourite for the runway. :LWK D FDUHHU VSDQQLQJ RYHU \HDUV and still going strong, Bayo is bringing on board the Make up Conference, his creative abilities to bare with tips on what it takes to stay relevant for so long in the international makeup scene.

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As one of the facilitators, what would you be speaking on at this conference?

I would be speaking on high fashion make up for professionals. It is important for me to share my vast experience in the high fashion makeup area where professional makeup artists need to know the difference between conceptualized looks and the regular look taking a theme/brief LQWHUSUHWDWLRQ LQWR FRQVLGHUDWLRQ ,¡OO DOVR be speaking on advance face charting and colour contouring. This is a very vital tool in every professional makeup artLVW¡V NLWW\ DV WKLV KHOSV LQ VWUXFWXULQJ DQG balancing every face encountered by a makeup artist.

Having acquired this skill a strategic buildup of portfolio is very vital to a professional makeup artist in kick starting a successful and sustainable career as a makeup artist. All these would be discussed in details.

From your experience, what common mistakes do young make-up artists make and how would that be addressed at this conference?

The most common mistake young make-up artists make is being stereotype with their work which puts them in a box. All these would be addressed at the conference under the topic, building your portfolio.

As one of the foremost make-up artist in Nigeria, without conferences like this, how were you able to better yourself on the job?

When I started, we barely had professional makeup artists around but, I was steadfast, hardworking and determined to excel beyond our shores not minding how much money and time I put in to be the best at whatever I did. $V D SLRQHHU LQ \RXU Ă&#x20AC;HOG ZKDW GRHV LW WDNH WR stay relevant for such a long time?

It takes a lot of dedication, steadfastness and the zeal to be the best at what I do. This has brought me thus far without any form of advertising or hype. This job is a creative adventure that requires proper and adequate training as well as exposure. )RU D JX\ EHLQJ LQ D Ă&#x20AC;HOG WKDW LV OLWHUDULO\ VHHQ DV D ZRPHQ¡V Ă&#x20AC;HOG GLG \RX HQFRXQWHU DQ\ form of opposition when you started? , GRQ¡W WKLQN WKHUH LV DQ\ MRE VHW DVLGH IRU D SDUticular gender. But to be sincere, it was not easy to cope. But I was dedicated and willing to add value to an industry that was not valued at that time.

You have had an incredible career, what have been your highlights?

Every job I have ever done is a highlight to me.

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When I started, we barely had professional make-up artists around but, I was steadfast, hardworking and determined to excel beyond our shores. can ever think of around the world.

Do you intend to have your own make â&#x20AC;&#x201C;up line someday?

To establish a product line, you require an indepth knowledge of dermatology; you need to have specialists working on various skin types to prepare the right products for the right weather. So I am not ready for that, moreover I am an artist not a cosmetic dealer.

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What do you love most about make-up?

I just love making people happy and the challenges of interpreting briefs.

Do you like creating really out there looks or do you prefer something classically beautiful? , ORYH FUHDWLQJ ORRNV DFFRUGLQJ WR EULHI DV WKDW¡V WKH PRVW GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW SDUW RI RXU MRE %XW WKH FODVVLFDO EHDXW\ ORRN FDQ¡W EH LJQRUHG How would you describe your signature look and what is it about your style that sets you apart from other make-up artist?

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What is the Make-up in Nigeria Conference all about?

It is a gathering of makeup artistes and a platform to share knowledge. MINC is also a platform to expose ourselves to international co-players who play in other continents. I believe this is an opportunity for players to meet with local and international brands and interact with them.

How did it come into being? Whose idea was it? ,¡YH EHHQ DQ DFWLYH SOD\HU IRU \HDUV %D\R +DDVWUXS KDV EHHQ IRU \HDUV %RODQOH 2NXVDQ\D )H\LWD KDV EHHQ IRU \HDUV %DQNH 0HVKLGD IRU \HDUV as well and we have never had a platform. We have visited the same type of conferences across several continents EXW QRQH LQ 1LJHULD +RXVH RI 7DUD DV an organization has played an enabling role in the industry since its inception. ,W LV D +RXVH RI 7DUD LQLWLDWLYH WR IRVWHU growth and collaboration just like many of our initiatives to enable the industry.

Who should attend? And what do they stand to gain from the event?

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Are we going to be interacting with any brands in the course of the conference? <HV RI FRXUVH WKHUH LV +RXVH RI 7DUD Maybelline, Zaron, Sleek, Khuraira, Obsessive Compulsive Makeup, Lise, 8QYHLO DQG 6X]LH %HDXW\ IURP .HQ\D What is the most important beauty advice that you can give to women?

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care of her skin.

What are some common beauty mistakes that women make? %OHDFKLQJ What prompted you to launch your own line of cosmetics?

I wanted to make products that were for women of colour. We also wanted to use it as a vehicle for empowering young and enterprising women WR JDLQ Ă&#x20AC;QDQFLDO LQGHSHQGHQFH DV ZHOO DV SURmote our African beauty heroines. In fact, all our lines have names of relevant African women. )RU LQVWDQFH RQH RI RXU PRVW SRSXODU OLQHV LV named after Queen Amina who built the famous walls of Zaria in the Northern part of Nigeria.

What are some of your favorite products in your makeup kit? )ODZOHVV 0DWWH 0\ H\HEURZ SHQFLO 7DUD )LEUH )XVV PDVFDUD How would you describe the Nigerian Makeup industry compared to what obtains internationally?

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What are we not doing right and how can it be corrected? :H ZHDU PDNHXS OLNH ZH¡UH JRLQJ RQ WKH UXQway. I believe a woman should learn to wear makeup such that we see you and not the makeup on your face What products do you think should be a VWDSOH LQ HYHU\ ZRPDQ¡V SXUVH" (\HEURZ SHQFLO IRXQGDWLRQ DQG OLS JORVV

I believe continents have set trends across board.

The season for Africa is now.

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Almond Butter

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Hello my dear readers, peanut butter has always been the popular sandwich spread, but recently almond butter has emerged as the healthier alternative to use in your diet. What is almond butter? Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s just almonds, blended in a food processor. Add a little honey and sea salt for taste and you have a spoonful of heaven, thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s also really good for you!

In my opinion, the greatest reason to love almond butter is the way it makes your taste buds feel! You can make it as creamy or crunchy as you like, but regardless of texture, it is absolutely delicious. Brush it on carrot or apple slices, spread it on whole-wheat toast, or just pop a spoonful into your mouth.

Among nuts, almonds are the most nutritionally dense. This means that for every calorie you consume, you get more vitamins and minerals than from any other nut. Move over, peanut butter! One tablespoon of almond butter contains as much protein as you get from the same quantity of meat. It is also an excellent VRXUFH RI ¿EHU ZKLFK KHOSV GLJHVWLRQ DQG QRXULVKHV WLVVXHV +HUH DUH VRPH RWKHU EHQH¿WV to almond butter over peanut butter:

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Make your own almond butter at home. It is super-easy, and much better for your health. Make it in small quantities to make sure it stays fresh.

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Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s it for today my readers! Keep your skin looking youngerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;and lower your risk of skin cancerâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;with these foods. Hope you enjoyed this piece! Remember you read it KHUH ¿UVW

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Get Captivated by - Jerome Onipede

I see some ladies who go about begging men to marry them, and I ask â&#x20AC;&#x153;to what purposeâ&#x20AC;??

Consider these things carefully... ......TO WHAT PURPOSE?

I see a lot of men, both old and young sowing lies into the lives of women so they can live through â&#x20AC;&#x153;the littleâ&#x20AC;? these naĂŻve desperate women have made for themselves, and I ask â&#x20AC;&#x153;to what purposeâ&#x20AC;??

As I sit to counsel with people both old and young, one thing that comes to mind is it could not have always been like this, maybe some of the moral issues I am confronted with today had cropped up in the centuries gone by, but could it have been this bad?

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I see a lot of married women who are having issues in the marriages now subscribe to affairs and I ask â&#x20AC;&#x153;to what purposeâ&#x20AC;??

I see Religious Leaders, who now go about doing one so called lucrative business or the other, not because they want to be salt of the earth or light of the world, but so they can maintain a status, and I ask â&#x20AC;&#x153;to what purposeâ&#x20AC;??

I see a 27 year old man still living with his parents and feeding under them putting more strains on his parents than they were suppose to take because their role of taking care of him should have long been over by now, and he should be the one taking care of others, but for the fact

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by - Chioma Okoye

A JOURNEY INTO SELF DISCOVERY When a lady belittles herself to achieve her dream, then she has indeed adopted the wrong means DQG PHWKRG DQG KDV DOVR GLĂ&#x20AC;QLWHO\ laid a false foundation that would breed psychological warfare as one of its fruits.

This is because (according to wise saying) â&#x20AC;&#x153;that which you did to get to where you are, you would continue to do to be able to stay thereâ&#x20AC;?.

People come across people to compliment them. What this entails is that you must be in a position to

honour, as well as to be honoured.

And while this does not entirely spell â&#x20AC;&#x153;being successfulâ&#x20AC;? as the world GHĂ&#x20AC;QHV LW LW VXJJHVWV VHOI GLVFRYHU\ self worth, integrity and self respect.

Who or what do you see when you stare long and hand at your UHĂ HFWLRQ LQ WKH PLUURU" The answer you give to the above question is the beginning of either being a priceless jewel that should be treasured, or an emotional wreck, all in the hands of a man and in any environment.

Chioma E. Okoye is a Corporate Etiquette expert; she is the Principal of the Diamond School of International protocol & Etiquette.

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PEOPL E â&#x20AC;&#x153;O N E PARTY AT A TIME!â&#x20AC;?

NIGERIAN IDOL PRESENTS TOP 12 CONTESTANTS By - Oscar Ochiogu

After visiting five cities and several months of nerve-wrecking auditions. Nigerian Idol is officially down to the final 12 contestants.

Belting it all out for the unique opportunity to emerge as the winner of the fourth season of the show and also walk away with a series of mouth-watering prizes are 12 of Nigeriaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s vocally talented youths.

One of these 12 will be crowned the 4th Nigerian Idol joining Yeka, Mercy and Moses in the league of winners and also walk away with a whooping sum of N7.5 million, a recording deal from Universal studios, a brand new SUV and numerous consolation prizes.

OLISA ADIBUA

EVELLE

MS OGE

IDIARE ATIMOMO

MOSES OBI-ADIGWE AND BRIDGET CHIGBUFUE

JESSE RACY

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DARE ART ALADE

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DON JAZZY AND TIWA SAVAGE

FUN AND SUSPENSE AT MTN CELEB DOUBLE INVASION PARTY By - Yemisi Suleiman .&((¡6 '28%/( :,7+ +$55<621*

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IYANYA (2ND LEFT) WITH FOLKS

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Fans who trooped to designated clubs in Benin, Enugu and Lagos were thrilled when The MTN Celeb double Invasion party finally held penultimate weekend. At the parties held across the three states, the telecommunications company finally produced their ambassadorsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; look-alikes.

This resulted in momentary suspense, mixed with fun, as the hundreds of musical fans who thronged to the separate clubs, to be part of the Invasion, struggled to spot out the real image.

The fans were thrilled to meet their idolised celebrities and the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;doublesâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

In Lagos, precisely, at the â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;The Placeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;, Aeola Odeku, the confusion of those present was exciting. While the music blasted away, Don Jazzy, Iyanya, Tiwa Savage and Chidinma walked in.

The crowd was so amazed at the striking resemblance of Davido,

Wizkid, Praiz and Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Prince as their doubles stepped in behind them.

Wizkidâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s double, Mbaefo Stanley, who resides in Port Harcourt, could not hold his joy at the sight of the celebrities and pomp around him. He expressed cheerfully, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;this is one of my best nightsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;.

Like him, Ogbonna John who resides in Lagos, was ecstatic.

He said, â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;I have always dreamt of this momentâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;. Also, David Fortune, Dâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;Princeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s double and Odeka Arthur who looked perfectly like the Nigerian R & B singer and Headies Award winner, Praiz, said they would treasure the night for a long time.

Meanwhile, Iyanya, who wore a new look, enthusiastically appreciated the large turn-out, saying it gave him satisfaction to party with Nigerian musical fans and find someone who looked liked him. Don Jazzy and Tiwa Savage also expressed the same feeling while leaving the club.

In Benin, the celebdoubles bore an unbelievable resemblance to the actual celebs themselves. Prior to the actual party, they had been lodged in a luxurious hotel, taken on a shopping spree, given a high-class spa treatment, and spoilt silly.

One of the Celebdoubles was Adeoye Foyinsade who bears a striking resemblance to Tiwa Savage. She gushed over the entire privileges accorded her by MTN. â&#x20AC;&#x153;I really didnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t expect that itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d be this cool! Not only do I look like Tiwa Savage, from the way I have been treated all day, I think I might be her! Hanging out with everyone here caps it up nicelyâ&#x20AC;?.

Similar experience was recorded in Enugu. Harrysong and Praiz were at the Toscana Hotel, the venue which hosted a massive crowd of fans who relived their fantasies of becoming those they idolized. Similar experience was recorded in Enugu.

Harrysong and Praiz were at the Toscana Hotel, the venue which hosted a massive crowd of fans who relived their fantasies of becoming those they idolized.

The two MTN ambassadors Praiz and Harrysong, performed some of their hit songs that made them so endearing. To crown it Praiz joked: â&#x20AC;&#x153;When I saw someone looking so much like me, I actually thought he was me, the semblance was on pointâ&#x20AC;?!

P EO PL E “ O N E PA RT Y AT A T I M E ! ”

CHIEF RASAK AKANNI OKOYA, CHIEF MOLADE OKOYA AND CHIEF GBENGA OBASA

THE NEW COUPLE MR AND MRS OLAMIJUWONLO ALAO AKALA

RASAK OKOYA GIVES OUT DAUGHTER IN WEDDING By - Lamidi Bamidele The residence of Nigeria’s foremost Industrialist, Alhaji (Chief) Rasak Akanni Okoya, was agog over the weekend when his daughter, Hadiza, was given in marriage to Mr Olamijuwonlo Alao Akala, son of former Governor of Oyo State, Otunba Christopher Alao Akala.

The Engagement ceremony and Nikkai which followed a few hours later over the weekend attracted Crème de la crème of the society. Among the dignitaries present were Chief Molade Okoya Thomas, Senator Rashidi Ladoja, Alhaji Musiliu Smith, Chief Sunday Adewusi, former Inspector General of Police, Chief (Mrs) Opal Benson, Chief (Mrs) Abah Folawiyo, representatives of Ooni of Ife; Oloris of HRM Oba Rilwan Akiolu; Oba Dapo Tejuoso and many others.

CHIEF (MRS) KUDIRAT OKOYA; PRINCESS SADE OKOYA, CHIEF (MRS) MODUPE OGUNTADE AND ERELU RASHIDAT OJORA

THE OFFICIATING IMAMS AT THE CEREMONY

ALHAJI TAJUDEEN OKOYA; CHIEF RASAK OKOYA, CHIEF SAMUEL ADEDOYIN AND JUSTICE GEORGE OGUNTADE (RTD

CHIEF (MRS) OPRAH BENSON AND CHIEF (MRS) ABAH FOLAWIYO OLORI DUPE ONAFUWA AND OLORI ADESOLA SALISU

CHIEF (MRS) KEMI ALAO AKALA; OTUNBA CHRISTOPHER ALAO AKALA AND PASTOR (MRS) FLORENCE ALAO AKALA

OTUNBA OLAWUWO ONI AND HIS WIFE, YETUNDE

MR SUNDAY ADEWUSI AND HIS WIFE

FROM RIGHT; HRM OBA ADEBANJO ADEDINI, THE ASOYA OF ILE-ISOYA, IFE; HRM OBA ADEBOLA FATUNMISE, ADAGBA OF IYANFOWOROGI REPRESENTING OONI OF IFE AND ALHAJI IBRAHIM ADIGUNOSHO

OLORI LABISI TEJUOSO; OLORI YETUNDE TEJUOSO AND OLORI OMOLARA TEJUOSO

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