FOR a country with a plethora of socio-economic, political and religious ills, would it not have been expected that in the wake of the attempt by a Nigerian, Umar Farouk Abdulmutallab, to blow up an American jetliner, the government of the United States of America would come hard on Nigeria and Nigerians. That said, it does not in any way vitiate the reality that innocent Nigerians would bear the brunt of this listing which places Nigeria as a country of interest in the war on terror.

When you meet him, he is your normal day-to-day cool guy who has won the admiration of a lot of ladies. He dresses well, speaks well, and applies some level of etiquette as he starts relating with you.

Each week I write an inspirational piece for several Facebook groups committed to bringing positive change to Nigeria and the World.

It is not what you don’t know that can come back to bite you; it is what you know for sure that is not true. Misconceptions abound when it comes to maintaining your car.

Inspired by art and the world around her, Olatokunbo Oluropo Enitan Muhammed found her calling in Architecture. In an industry dominated by men, this young Nigerian woman is putting Nigerian creativity on the map. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Tokunbo is living up to every parent’s dreams.

“As a child, I had to be coaxed out of my Roy Rogers boots nightly.” – Tyler Beard
A good boot is like a best friend. Once you find them, you keep them.

It’s a new year everyone with resolutions, the need to make changes and upgrade personal life style is paramount. So we will take an inventory of your make up bag, I will guide you on what you should throw out and advice you on the in things.

The oil city of Warri came alive on the night of December 31, 2009 as scores of youths gathered at the Okere square to participate in a mini carnival and fire works put together to usher the people of Warri into the new year.

Short shorts were hot on the runway last year and they are enjoying their moment in the fashion limelight this year. This season, sexy short shorts rule the scene and the only way to follow the trend is to incorporate it into your wardrobe. Not just reserved for beachwear, shorts made from fine linens and silks could easily transfer to daytime and evening wear.

ODY IMAGE: Reality Check – It is all okay to desire to lose body fat, but ensure that you are doing it for the right reasons. For lots of people, losing 5 kilos will make them completely happy with themselves. It is time to stop hiding all those excess fat under big, black, baggy clothes and pretending that all is well or wearing tight-fitted dresses with all the excess flabs and folds falling off and carry on with an “I don’t care” attitude.

A natural energizer, thermogenic (metabolic booster), detoxifier, cholesterol zapper and diuretic. It is a refreshing drink made with the purest fat/toxic flushing herbs and spices like Apple Cider Vinegar with “The Mother”, cranberry concentrate, cayenne pepper (to keep the heart healthy and strong).

IN the early hours of Monday, November 23, 2009, when President Umaru Yar’Adua was being flown to Saudi Arabia, one thing was on the mind of a handful of his minders. Made up largely of those with whom Yar’Adua had worked with as Katsina State governor and who are now powerful members of his cabinet in Abuja, they believed the situation could very well be managed.

As the Super Eagles get set to lock horns with the defending champions, Egypt in their opening game of the 27th African Nation’s Cup in Angola on Tuesday, former Rangers technical adviser Christian Chukwu says he believes the team can make it to the final if they utilize their chances.

The priority for Nigeria is to use the Cup of Nations as preparatory ground for building our team for the World Cup. Winning in Angola may not be a priority, but if opportunity calls to be champions, we should grab it”. These were the words of coach Franklin Howard in Lagos, in his assessment of the national team for continental battle.

Hosts Angola will have a reality check in their ambition to win their first ever international soccer title as they face Mali in the Group A opening game of the 2010 Nations Cup tonight.