Chief Moses Okoye, the father of Peter and Paul Okoye of P-Square fame was buried on Friday, 30 January, 2015 at his hometown in Ifitedunu, Anambra State. His last journey home started on Thursday with a Service of Songs. After the event, P-Square paid a courtesy visit to the monarch of the village. On Friday, the burial mass was held at St. Gabriel Catholic Church, Ifitedunu. Security for the event was marshalled by Golden Events Solution team led by Mambo Adeniyi, P-Square's official bodyguard. See more photos after the cut...
January 2015
Saturday, 31 January 2015
Friday, 30 January 2015
Graphic pics: Executed ISIS fighters lined up in the ruins of border town of Kobane
Kurdish fighters killed more than 20 ISIS militants during continued fighting in the villages around Kobane which was liberated earlier this week after months of bitter street fighting. In one village, a Kurd was today pictured standing over the bodies of Islamic extremists after they were killed in Halimce, a village east of the town... Kurdish forces recaptured the town on January 26 in a symbolic blow to the jihadists who have seized large swathes of territory in their onslaught across Syria and Iraq. But the town is now characterised by demolished buildings, with heavily armed fighters roaming otherwise deserted, rubble-strewn streets. Although their town has been liberated, thousands of residents are now settling into Turkey's newest refugee camp for an indefinite stay and have been warned not to return until the area has been fully secured. (Courtesy - UK Daily Mail). See the photos below...

If Jonathan loses, Nigeria will break - Tompolo insists
Former leader of the Movement for the Emancipation of the Niger Delta
(MEND) Government Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo) has restated the resolve of
the Niger Delta warlords to make Nigeria ungovernable if President
Jonathan fails to return as president in next month's general
election.
In a statement released by his Media Adviser, Mr Paul Bebenimibo, in
Warri yesterday January 29th, Tompolo attacked Gen Theophilus Danjuma
for calling for his arrest alongside Asari Dokubo and other Niger
delta warlords. He said the treaty that merged the Northern and
Southern protectorate of Nigeria expired last year and everyone should
be grateful to President Jonathan for keeping Nigeria together. Part
of his statement after the cut...but meanwhile, the presidency has
condemned this war threat from Tompolo and others..
"Gen. Danjuma and his cohorts should know that I remain resolute on my
position in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, that President Goodluck Jonathan
must win this election for Nigeria to continue to stay together. Gen.
Danjuma should be reminded that the devilish treaty that brought the
Southern and Northern Protectorates together in 1914 expired last
year. Danjuma and his likes, such as Gen. Buhari, Gen. Obasanjo and
Mr. Bola Tinubu, should be grateful to President Jonathan who has been
keeping this country together. If not for President Jonathan, Nigeria
would not have been any more. Danjuma and his cohorts should be
reminded of the saying that 'those who live in glass house should not
throw stones'. The call by Gen. T.Y Danjuma (rtd) to arrest me and
other agitators for a better living for the people of the Niger Delta
region is an indication that he is behind terrorism in the North
eastern part of the country as well as the stoning of President
Jonathan's convoy in Kastina and Bauchi states, because he has never
condemned those acts, even though Boko Haram attacked churches and
mosques in his home town. Is Gen. Danjuma not aware of the peaceful
atmosphere when Gen. Buhari visited Delta, Rivers and Bayelsa (home
state of the President) states for campaign? Why is it that President
Jonathan's convoy was attacked in Kastina and Bauchi states without
any provocation? Who is Gen. Danjuma if not for the oil wealth he is
enjoying from the Niger Delta? He should be rather arrested for being
behind terrorism in the North. Where was Danjuma when Mallam Ciroma
Adamu threatened to make Nigeria ungovernable, if President Jonathan
defeated the All Progressive Congress Presidential candidate, Gen.
Muhammedu Buhari? Where was this so called statesman when the APC
campaign Director General (DG), Mr. Rotimi Ameachi threatened to form
a parallel government if President Jonathan wins the 2015 elections?
Where was this hypocrite when Dr. Junaid Muhammed, Muhammedu Buhari
and Atiku Abubakar all said in separate interviews that the nation
will boil if Jonathan won the election in 2011? Is it the interest of
Nigeria Gen. Danjuma is protecting or his oil bloc in the Niger Delta?
Is it the interest of Nigeria Danjuma is protecting or his 50 million
dollars donation to Gen. Buhari for his campaign? Let Gen. Danjuma and
his cohorts know that they will not see any Ijaw man, the Igbos and
others to fight on their side if the war that they are planning broke
up,".
In a related development, the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC), also released
a statement signed by its spokesman, Eric Omare yesterday January 29th
where they faulted the call by Gen Danjuma to arrest the Niger Delta
ex-militants.
"We are surprised that General Danjuma swiftly called for the arrest
of Tompolo, Asari and other Niger-Deltans, whereas he has neither
condemned nor called for the arrest of those who have been
consistently attacking the convoy of President Jonathan in the
northern part of the country. General Danjuma's call is not deserving
of an elder statesman who is supposed to be unbiased rather than his
obvious bias against the Niger-Delta people. Only yesterday, in Gombe
State a supporte
(MEND) Government Ekpemupolo (aka Tompolo) has restated the resolve of
the Niger Delta warlords to make Nigeria ungovernable if President
Jonathan fails to return as president in next month's general
election.
In a statement released by his Media Adviser, Mr Paul Bebenimibo, in
Warri yesterday January 29th, Tompolo attacked Gen Theophilus Danjuma
for calling for his arrest alongside Asari Dokubo and other Niger
delta warlords. He said the treaty that merged the Northern and
Southern protectorate of Nigeria expired last year and everyone should
be grateful to President Jonathan for keeping Nigeria together. Part
of his statement after the cut...but meanwhile, the presidency has
condemned this war threat from Tompolo and others..
"Gen. Danjuma and his cohorts should know that I remain resolute on my
position in Yenagoa, Bayelsa State, that President Goodluck Jonathan
must win this election for Nigeria to continue to stay together. Gen.
Danjuma should be reminded that the devilish treaty that brought the
Southern and Northern Protectorates together in 1914 expired last
year. Danjuma and his likes, such as Gen. Buhari, Gen. Obasanjo and
Mr. Bola Tinubu, should be grateful to President Jonathan who has been
keeping this country together. If not for President Jonathan, Nigeria
would not have been any more. Danjuma and his cohorts should be
reminded of the saying that 'those who live in glass house should not
throw stones'. The call by Gen. T.Y Danjuma (rtd) to arrest me and
other agitators for a better living for the people of the Niger Delta
region is an indication that he is behind terrorism in the North
eastern part of the country as well as the stoning of President
Jonathan's convoy in Kastina and Bauchi states, because he has never
condemned those acts, even though Boko Haram attacked churches and
mosques in his home town. Is Gen. Danjuma not aware of the peaceful
atmosphere when Gen. Buhari visited Delta, Rivers and Bayelsa (home
state of the President) states for campaign? Why is it that President
Jonathan's convoy was attacked in Kastina and Bauchi states without
any provocation? Who is Gen. Danjuma if not for the oil wealth he is
enjoying from the Niger Delta? He should be rather arrested for being
behind terrorism in the North. Where was Danjuma when Mallam Ciroma
Adamu threatened to make Nigeria ungovernable, if President Jonathan
defeated the All Progressive Congress Presidential candidate, Gen.
Muhammedu Buhari? Where was this so called statesman when the APC
campaign Director General (DG), Mr. Rotimi Ameachi threatened to form
a parallel government if President Jonathan wins the 2015 elections?
Where was this hypocrite when Dr. Junaid Muhammed, Muhammedu Buhari
and Atiku Abubakar all said in separate interviews that the nation
will boil if Jonathan won the election in 2011? Is it the interest of
Nigeria Gen. Danjuma is protecting or his oil bloc in the Niger Delta?
Is it the interest of Nigeria Danjuma is protecting or his 50 million
dollars donation to Gen. Buhari for his campaign? Let Gen. Danjuma and
his cohorts know that they will not see any Ijaw man, the Igbos and
others to fight on their side if the war that they are planning broke
up,".
In a related development, the Ijaw Youths Council (IYC), also released
a statement signed by its spokesman, Eric Omare yesterday January 29th
where they faulted the call by Gen Danjuma to arrest the Niger Delta
ex-militants.
"We are surprised that General Danjuma swiftly called for the arrest
of Tompolo, Asari and other Niger-Deltans, whereas he has neither
condemned nor called for the arrest of those who have been
consistently attacking the convoy of President Jonathan in the
northern part of the country. General Danjuma's call is not deserving
of an elder statesman who is supposed to be unbiased rather than his
obvious bias against the Niger-Delta people. Only yesterday, in Gombe
State a supporte
We Have Bought Shoes, Shirts and Ties for Jonathan who Ruined our Economy - Tinubu
The former Lagos State governor, Bola Tinubu said Nigerians should
vote for the APC candidates in the election, having experienced true
transformation under the leadership of Governor Abiola Ajimobi in the
last three and a half years.
He said, "Go and collect your PVCs to enable you vote PDP out. It is
your possession. Don't let poll robbers rob us again. Jonathan has
ruined our economy. He came and said he did not have shoes. We have
bought shoes, shirts and ties for him now. Enough is enough.
"For six years, he gave us excuses that there is no money; it is time
for him to go. And again, we have somebody here whose tenure has
witnessed an unprecedented development in the history of Oyo State.
Ajimobi has performed very well.
"So on the day of the elections, get to the polling centres early
enough, vote and record the voter card number, and wait till they
count your votes. With your support, we shall send PDP packing,''
Tinubu said.
vote for the APC candidates in the election, having experienced true
transformation under the leadership of Governor Abiola Ajimobi in the
last three and a half years.
He said, "Go and collect your PVCs to enable you vote PDP out. It is
your possession. Don't let poll robbers rob us again. Jonathan has
ruined our economy. He came and said he did not have shoes. We have
bought shoes, shirts and ties for him now. Enough is enough.
"For six years, he gave us excuses that there is no money; it is time
for him to go. And again, we have somebody here whose tenure has
witnessed an unprecedented development in the history of Oyo State.
Ajimobi has performed very well.
"So on the day of the elections, get to the polling centres early
enough, vote and record the voter card number, and wait till they
count your votes. With your support, we shall send PDP packing,''
Tinubu said.
Looks like President Jonathan doesn't trust Ribadu again
Nuhu Ribadu is laughing out loud, but Mr President is keeping a funny
straight face. Is everything ok?
straight face. Is everything ok?
Wednesday, 28 January 2015
jobs-field Engineer needed in an oil company
The position of a field manager is vacant in an oil and gas firm in lagos
Minimum Qualification is HND
Required Experience 1 - 3 years
Application Deadline 2015-03-28
JP O’Neill Energy Services, a leading firm in oil and gas/ energy sector is looking for young and vibrant graduates that will feature in our graduate trainee programme.
Responsibilities:
The Field Engineer will be responsible to Provide coordination, mentoring, and management to less experienced field engineers.
The successful candidate will be accountable to the Installation Team Leader.
The Field Engineer will be responsible to provide technical engineering advice and information to construction supervision and craft to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instruction applicable to one or more work disciplines.
Act as the primary engineering contact to address and coordinate all Requests for Information from the contractors.
Provide coordination, mentoring, and management to less experienced field engineers.
The successful candidate will be accountable to the Installation Team Leader.
Actively champions safety.
Issues Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports on Contractors Field Engineering activities.
Understand technical drawings and specifications for Industrial construction.
Interpret design/drawings for crafts installing material.
Prepare field design change requisitions and as build drawings, as required.
Comprehend subcontractor scope of work, terms, and technical requirements.
Good communication skills (written and oral) including technical communication.
Facilitate technical approvals to provide timely response and adhere to project schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.
Work closely with QA/QC representatives with regard to the Contractors as build Dossiers.
Address engineering design questions interpreting drawings, specifications, standards and other technical documents.
Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records, such as status reports, punch list items describing work to be done, sketches of work already completed, material calculations, etc. Reviews and identifies revisions needed to design documentation.
Works with Contractors to expedite items as necessary to meet construction schedule.
Reviews and endorses Contractors field change requests when needed.
Reviews and manages contractually required Engineering documentation.
Experience and qualification required:
HND or B.Sc. in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, and Industrial Engineer or related)
Current Bos/Huet offshore survival certificate.
Able to use ACAD, MATHCAD, MS Project is an added advantage.
You can apply to this job by clicking here
Minimum Qualification is HND
Required Experience 1 - 3 years
Application Deadline 2015-03-28
JP O’Neill Energy Services, a leading firm in oil and gas/ energy sector is looking for young and vibrant graduates that will feature in our graduate trainee programme.
Responsibilities:
The Field Engineer will be responsible to Provide coordination, mentoring, and management to less experienced field engineers.
The successful candidate will be accountable to the Installation Team Leader.
The Field Engineer will be responsible to provide technical engineering advice and information to construction supervision and craft to ensure construction work complies with all engineering standards, codes, specifications and design instruction applicable to one or more work disciplines.
Act as the primary engineering contact to address and coordinate all Requests for Information from the contractors.
Provide coordination, mentoring, and management to less experienced field engineers.
The successful candidate will be accountable to the Installation Team Leader.
Actively champions safety.
Issues Weekly and Monthly Progress Reports on Contractors Field Engineering activities.
Understand technical drawings and specifications for Industrial construction.
Interpret design/drawings for crafts installing material.
Prepare field design change requisitions and as build drawings, as required.
Comprehend subcontractor scope of work, terms, and technical requirements.
Good communication skills (written and oral) including technical communication.
Facilitate technical approvals to provide timely response and adhere to project schedule.
Perform other duties as assigned by the supervisor as needed.
Work closely with QA/QC representatives with regard to the Contractors as build Dossiers.
Address engineering design questions interpreting drawings, specifications, standards and other technical documents.
Prepare and disseminate all required documentation records, such as status reports, punch list items describing work to be done, sketches of work already completed, material calculations, etc. Reviews and identifies revisions needed to design documentation.
Works with Contractors to expedite items as necessary to meet construction schedule.
Reviews and endorses Contractors field change requests when needed.
Reviews and manages contractually required Engineering documentation.
Experience and qualification required:
HND or B.Sc. in Engineering (Civil, Electrical, Mechanical, Systems, and Industrial Engineer or related)
Current Bos/Huet offshore survival certificate.
Able to use ACAD, MATHCAD, MS Project is an added advantage.
You can apply to this job by clicking here
Houston woman who married herself claps back at her critics
Houston woman Yasmin Eleby married herself on 3rd of january 2015 after finding herself still single at 40. She got a lot of bashing from the online community for marrying herself. Many didn't agree with her methods and slammed her for it, many others mocked her. Well, Yasmin has clapped back at her critics, and says she doesn't regret her decision...
"The ceremony is not about me being bitter for not having a man. It wasn’t like, “OK, I’m upset that I’m 40 and don’t have a man.” I wanted to show myself my self-love, my self-worth and my self-respect. It was always about me loving me. When God sends me my husband, he will come, but until then, I’m OK with it just being with me." Continue
Yasmin sat down with The Root to discuss why she did it and why her family and friends didn't stop her...
Yasmin Eleby: For a few years leading up to my 40th birthday, I’d been joking that if I didn’t have a wedding by 40 that I would just have one myself without a groom. I thought having a wedding ceremony would be a unique way to celebrate my 40th with my family and my friends. And the closer that it got, I realized I had to put up or shut up.
The Root: I’ve been reading the reactions to all the stories on you, and a common comment is, “Where were her friends? They didn’t stop her!” When you told your friends—like, “Hey, guys, I’m going to have a wedding and marry myself!”—what did they say?
Yasmin Eleby: Some of them didn’t believe me. They thought I was joking, but once I explained to them what it would be about, they were supportive.
The Root: When the invites for the ceremony went out to guests, what was their response?
Yasmin Eleby: Not very many people knew it was a wedding. It was kind of a surprise. The invitations just said come celebrate my birthday in a unique way. I invited two of my exes. They were both happy for me. They were excited about it once they got there and realized what was happening.
The Root: A lot of people have assumed that marrying yourself was an act of desperation. What exactly was the ceremony about for you?
Yasmin Eleby: The ceremony is not about me being bitter for not having a man. It wasn’t like, “OK, I’m upset that I’m 40 and don’t have a man.” I wanted to show myself my self-love, my self-worth and my self-respect. It was always about me loving me. When God sends me my husband, he will come, but until then, I’m OK with it just being with me.
The Root: What vows did you take during the ceremony?
Yasmin Eleby: The first one was about forgiving myself. We’ve all made mistakes. I had to realize that if I ask for forgiveness, then it’s done. I don’t have to keep dwelling on the past. I can let it go. My second vow was to honor myself as a beautiful, fabulous being, conscious of making decisions for myself and to honor my self-worth. The third vow was love. I made a promise to love myself and to know that the more love I have for myself, the more love I have to share with others.
The Root: This all sounds so sweet, but it’s been received in a much different light. What do you think of the reactions to your ceremony?
Yasmin Eleby: It has been blown way out of proportion. From the few comments that I’ve read, they’re trying to paint me as crazy or bitter about not having a husband, and that is so not the case. I’m not bitter, I‘m not crazy. I’m just a fun-loving unique individual, and I just wanted to do something special and different.
The Root: In hindsight, do you have any regrets about the ceremony?
Yasmin Eleby: Not one.
Nigeria military response to Boko haram not working..They should let us help more-US Commander
General David Rodriguez, head of US Africa Command, said the Islamists’ gains on the battlefield are cause for concern and “the number of people displaced is just staggering.” Speaking at an event organized by the Center for Strategic and International Studies, a Washington think tank.
“I think it’s going to take a huge international and multinational effort there to change a trajectory that continues to go in the wrong direction,the Nigerian leadership and Nigerian military are going to have to really improve their capacities to be able to handle that.”
Rodriguez said the Nigerian military’s response “was not working very effectively and actually in some places made it worse.”: “I hope that they let us help more and more.”
“I think it’s going to take a huge international and multinational effort there to change a trajectory that continues to go in the wrong direction,the Nigerian leadership and Nigerian military are going to have to really improve their capacities to be able to handle that.”
Rodriguez said the Nigerian military’s response “was not working very effectively and actually in some places made it worse.”: “I hope that they let us help more and more.”
Monday, 26 January 2015
Nigeria will soon introduce E prison-minister of interior
The Minister of Interior, Mr Abba Moro on Tuesday said the ministry was planning to introduce the e-prison system in order to put an end to incessant prisons breaks.
The Minister said this when a deligation of the Human Rights Commission paid a courtesy visit on him at the ministry in Abuja.
Moro said the ministry was committed to making Nigerian prisons among the best in the world through the rehabilitation and construction of new prisons.
” We are committed to make the prisons one of the best from structure to infrastructure. The ministry inherited a prisons system that was nearly comatose hence it has taken steps to rehabilitate prisons .
” Presently new structures are under construction in various states including Yobe, Ibadan, Kwara, Nnewi among others and before the end of this administration this projects will be commissioned” Moro said.
He said that President Goodluck Jonathan had approved the construction of 200 bed spaces each in Nasarawa and Suleja prisons to improve the living condition of prisoners.
He said that in order to ensure that humane conditions were provided to prisoners the ministry was liasing with the office of the Attorney General of the Federation and various state governments.
He said that this was to ensure quick dispensation of justice for persons awaiting trial.
Moro said that the ministry was currently working with the Nigerian Army and the Nigeria Police to ensure safety of prisoners and prevent future attacks.
He assured the commission of the ministry’s effort to ensure safety of Nigerians before, during and after the election.
” Officers and men of the Nigeria Security and Civil Defence Corps (NSCDC) have been deployed to various parts of the country.
” They have been adequetly trained and the federal government is doing this in order to ensure safety of lives and properties of all Nigerians” the minister said.
Earlier, Mr Ben Angwe, the Executive Secretary, Human Right Commission expressed displeasure with some of the problems
in the Nigerian prisons, one of which is congestion.
He said that the commission was, therefore, conducting prisons audit with thesupport of the National Assembly to support the ministry to solve some of the problems.
While pledging the support of the commission in ensuring that the ministry achieved its set goals, the secretary called on the minister to ensure that all hands are on deck in ensuring the protection of the rights of inmate especially
those still awaiting trial. (NAN)
source:http://www.vanguardngr.com/2015/01/fg-introduce-e-prison-system-soon-moro/
Wednesday, 21 January 2015
Monday, 19 January 2015
Why I Hate to Shower
Confessions of a Dirty Girl:
For most people living in a developed nation, the question “when do you shower?” elicits responses ranging from “in the morning” to “at night.” For me, it presents an opportunity to reflect on the past week. “When did I last shower?” I’ve often wondered with a combination of concern and amusement. Was it 3 days ago? 4? Sometimes the days all run together…don’t they?
It’s taken me a couple of decades to come to terms with the fact that I’m an irregular bather. Growing up, my parents taught me to bathe daily, and they always set a clean example. I never envisioned myself to be the type to procrastinate on something as basic as applying soap and water to my body. Plus, I despise the putrid smells that seep from the pores of your average jam band groupie. (Seriously, hippies: Patchouli is no substitute.) Yet each morning I avoid turning on the faucets in my shower. I skulk into the bathroom and my bathtub taunts me. Will today be the day? How’s my hair? Is it Wednesday, when I have yoga class? A little soap angel on my right shoulder negotiates with a dirt devil on my left. By the time I’ve decided not to shower, several minutes have passed. I wipe the mascara from under my eyes, pretend to brush my hair and inevitably leave the bathroom with a sign flashing across my forehead: FAIL.For a while bathing irregularly was a secret I could hide, like the fact that I enjoy reading People magazine. But as time went by, my secret became harder and harder to conceal. Between roommates and boyfriends, the question, “When is the last time you showered?!” has been uttered more times than I can count. Certainly more times than I’ve actually showered. It can be embarrassing to be the girl who looks good on the outside, lest anyone know the last time she hit the showers was “sometime last week.”
Most people who know this about me can’t understand it due to the sheer bliss they feel both during and after the cleaning process. I know what they’re describing, as I, too have experienced the sudsy wonders of a morning shower or an evening bath. I’ve bathed by candlelight; I’ve played music and consumed alcoholic beverages. I’ve even taken extended showers just for fun. But for me, the urge to bathe is an intermittent one. Part laziness, part apathy – but also part pragmatism. It’s like my brain thinks it’s unnecessary to shower every day, so I just don’t.
As far as hair is concerned, some might call mine a blessing. According to women’s magazines and most shampoos, my hair is classified as “normal.” Not too oily and not too dry. Not too thin and not too thick. It is the Baby Bear porridge of hair. While I agree it’s great having “normal” hair, it’s also a bit disconcerting. My tresses can go literally 2 weeks before you’d guess they were dirty (trust me on this). Of course, that doesn’t mean they smell good for 2 weeks, but that’s a pretty minor trade-off if you ask me. I like to think I’ve embraced this gift of hair balance to its fullest extent. Most girls feel disgusting walking around with 4-day-old unwashed locks. Not me. I revel in it. I think to myself, “What day is today? Tuesday? Sweet, I’ve got at least a few more days before I have to take the plunge and wash this mop.”
I’ll admit that many of my poor bathing habits likely stem from my hair history. In high school, my hair was so long it came down to my belt buckle (Note: I do not recommend this.) Once I got to college – and before I entered my “Felicity pixie-cut phase” – it became a major chore to wash it. I’d pin it up before I showered to avoid dealing with it, and each week I passively tested myself to see how long I could go before I looked like Janis from The Muppets. After I chopped it off it seemed even more unnecessary to wash. I could get hosed down with beer (hypothetically, of course) and still decide not to wash it the next day if it looked OK. Hell, I might not shower at all.
The irony is that I’ve got a washroom stocked with myriad bath products. Like any girl who grew up with easy access to a mall, I’m a huge fan of bath gels, fancy shampoos and conditioners, and lotions. The only difference between me and everyone else is that I end up keeping mine for years. As a teenager I convinced myself I was being frugal, never recognizing that I’d actually use them if I just showered more frequently. It excited me to know that I’d had the same dusty bottle of Bath & Body Works Juniper Breeze bath gel for over a year. “Money in the bank! Cha-ching!” I would think to myself, giving my back a congratulatory pat. It wasn’t until years – and several apartments – later that I realized how ridiculous this was. Even now, I hoard my partially used gels and potions as though they’re something to treasure, rather than something to replace at a drugstore for $7.99. Just knowing they’re in the bath rack, waiting to be used again, gives me the illusion that I’ve won half the shower battle.
So how infrequently do I bathe? Let me start by saying that I’m currently on Day 6 of not washing my body or my hair. That’s unfortunate for my live-in boyfriend, who thinks I’m crazy, but as I said to him this morning, it’s all in the name of research (or whatever excuse I come up with each week). That being said, I typically shower at least every 3 days. OK, no. Every 4 days. My hair probably gets washed once every 5-7 days….if I’m lucky. Like I said, I’ve gone two weeks before and I wouldn’t pass up a dare to do it again.
There are a ton of great excuses for not showering. I have work to do. My cat needs petting. It’s environmentally sound. In fact, every time I read about some celebrity like Jennifer Aniston yapping about how she showers in under 4 minutes to help save our natural resources I think, “Screw you, Aniston. I barely shower at all!” I hover between thinking I’m the laziest, dirtiest girl I know to joking about being “more European.” I engage in conversations with girlfriends before beach trips about needing to shave my legs without fully admitting that they haven’t been shaved in a month (hey, I have light hair). Not showering regularly has become one of my ‘quirky little flaws’ that makes me me. I’ve crafted several self-deprecating jokes about it to try to assuage friends that despite being dirty, I’m still able to be funny. And being funny is what counts, right? Well, that and not smelling bad.
Avoiding a funky smell when you hate to bathe is actually easier than you might think. Deodorant is key. As is wearing clothing that’s relatively clean. Changing your underwear is good. You might say I’m the human body equivalent of that pair of jeans you never wash but nobody knows the difference. Except when I shower people actually say, “You look nice!” Looks are the biggest downside of this little habit of mine. When I do shower, I feel better, look better and smell better. I know all of this, so I try to make a concerted effort. If anything, I do it to please my man. Being clean is sexy; ponytails are not. It’s difficult to find a balance when every shred of my being is beckoning me to wait until tomorrow (or the next day). But sometimes being clean is important.
If I have a business or doctor-related appointment, I shower. If I’m attending a wedding, or an event where I might be raising my arms, I step up my game. When I went to see Martha Stewart’s show film a live taping I thought about showering, but I had to get there at 8am so it didn’t happen. Still, deep down I know that cleanliness is next to godliness. Bathing allows you to have a clear mind, to wipe the slate clean and start anew. I have much respect for those who make this happen once or even twice a day. It’s remarkable, really. I’ve just come to understand that I’m not one of those people. And that’s OK – at least with me.
The irony is that I’ve got a washroom stocked with myriad bath products. Like any girl who grew up with easy access to a mall, I’m a huge fan of bath gels, fancy shampoos and conditioners, and lotions. The only difference between me and everyone else is that I end up keeping mine for years. As a teenager I convinced myself I was being frugal, never recognizing that I’d actually use them if I just showered more frequently. It excited me to know that I’d had the same dusty bottle of Bath & Body Works Juniper Breeze bath gel for over a year. “Money in the bank! Cha-ching!” I would think to myself, giving my back a congratulatory pat. It wasn’t until years – and several apartments – later that I realized how ridiculous this was. Even now, I hoard my partially used gels and potions as though they’re something to treasure, rather than something to replace at a drugstore for $7.99. Just knowing they’re in the bath rack, waiting to be used again, gives me the illusion that I’ve won half the shower battle.
So how infrequently do I bathe? Let me start by saying that I’m currently on Day 6 of not washing my body or my hair. That’s unfortunate for my live-in boyfriend, who thinks I’m crazy, but as I said to him this morning, it’s all in the name of research (or whatever excuse I come up with each week). That being said, I typically shower at least every 3 days. OK, no. Every 4 days. My hair probably gets washed once every 5-7 days….if I’m lucky. Like I said, I’ve gone two weeks before and I wouldn’t pass up a dare to do it again.
There are a ton of great excuses for not showering. I have work to do. My cat needs petting. It’s environmentally sound. In fact, every time I read about some celebrity like Jennifer Aniston yapping about how she showers in under 4 minutes to help save our natural resources I think, “Screw you, Aniston. I barely shower at all!” I hover between thinking I’m the laziest, dirtiest girl I know to joking about being “more European.” I engage in conversations with girlfriends before beach trips about needing to shave my legs without fully admitting that they haven’t been shaved in a month (hey, I have light hair). Not showering regularly has become one of my ‘quirky little flaws’ that makes me me. I’ve crafted several self-deprecating jokes about it to try to assuage friends that despite being dirty, I’m still able to be funny. And being funny is what counts, right? Well, that and not smelling bad.
Avoiding a funky smell when you hate to bathe is actually easier than you might think. Deodorant is key. As is wearing clothing that’s relatively clean. Changing your underwear is good. You might say I’m the human body equivalent of that pair of jeans you never wash but nobody knows the difference. Except when I shower people actually say, “You look nice!” Looks are the biggest downside of this little habit of mine. When I do shower, I feel better, look better and smell better. I know all of this, so I try to make a concerted effort. If anything, I do it to please my man. Being clean is sexy; ponytails are not. It’s difficult to find a balance when every shred of my being is beckoning me to wait until tomorrow (or the next day). But sometimes being clean is important.
If I have a business or doctor-related appointment, I shower. If I’m attending a wedding, or an event where I might be raising my arms, I step up my game. When I went to see Martha Stewart’s show film a live taping I thought about showering, but I had to get there at 8am so it didn’t happen. Still, deep down I know that cleanliness is next to godliness. Bathing allows you to have a clear mind, to wipe the slate clean and start anew. I have much respect for those who make this happen once or even twice a day. It’s remarkable, really. I’ve just come to understand that I’m not one of those people. And that’s OK – at least with me.
40 Amazing Reasons Why You Should Marry A Nigerian Man As a Nigerian woman
Below are 40 wonderful reasons why you shouldn't opt for a white and marry a Nigerian.
1. He knows that when you suffix every sentence with ‘now’, its not a command, e.g. “Come let’s go now, “
2. The way he flows from Ebonics to Pidgin English to Akata with ease.
3. When you guys go out, he pays and doesn’t expect a refund of exactly half!
4. He understands why you have to send money home – probably doing the same himself!
5. He doesn’t see your kid sister staying in your house as an inconvenience/ cramping his style.
6. He doesn’t think you should put your parents in a home.
7. He eats ‘Gbegiri and Amala’ and doesn’t think it’s ‘yucky’ or ‘spicy’. In a nutshell, loves your cooking.
8. He gets your jokes.
9. The way he licks his ten fingers ‘because that Ogbono soup with Iyan hit da spot, Oh Yes!!!
10. He has got his education or he got something going on.
11. He may be a baby daddy but he loves his kid and takes care of him.
12. He can have a bus load of conversation without him saying much ‘because his momma taught him that.
13. He loves to see you shake that Bottom to Sir Shina Peters, the original “Back That Bottom Up” master.
14. He will settle an argument and say sorry while maintaining his man status.
15. The way he says “Shey you get am” when he thinks you are not paying attention, but you really are.
16. He knows where he is from. Living in NY does not mean you are from NY.
17. He thinks you’re so pretty without makeup.
18. He calls you native endearing names like “Nne” or “Omo”
19. He has respect [not to be confused with obedience] for his elders ? important.
20. The way he gets embarrased and says “I beg e” when you compliment him.
21. The way he says “I love you baby” ? may be very fake yet sounds so TRUE!
22. The way he eats meat with his bare hands? for some reason it is sexy to me.
23. The way he calls you his wife in front of all his friends.
24.He understands your accent.
25. The way he knows that it is you calling and answers the phone “Hey Baby! ” without looking at the caller ID.
26. The way Naija men look when they are all decked out in native? there is nothing sexier than a dark chocolate man in lace o!
27. Pronounces your name like say na im born you.
28. I am IN charge but he is THE charge, we understand that.
29. He is just at home at your office picnic as he is at the Naija reunion.
30. The very satisfied look on his face after eating one of your meals and the way he glares at you while picking his teeth with the tooth pick, and you both know that you are his next “meal”.
31. He appreciates the art of yanshrolling when he sees one!
32. Keeps yo from doing wahala by buying a stickshift vehicle he knows you can’t drive!
33. He saves you money on groceries a la “limited diet”. Just cook the stew and he’ll figure the rest? Eba, Amala, Fufu or even plain old White Bread!
34. No need for bosom implants to impress am!
35. No need to go kill himself trying to maintain a six pack. He knows u know big belle is sexy inside Agbada!
36. He knows to allow you like three hours to get ready for a party!
37. He will not complain when you waka with headful of rollers inside house but quick to let you know that aint nothing sexy about that when you want to go outside.
39. His lunch (Rice, Beans, Dodo, complete with carefully selected assorted meat) wey you pack for am na something u know sey im no go wait to “Palam”(gobble up!) when him reach work
40. He thinks the small gap between your front teeth are actually sexy!!!!
1. He knows that when you suffix every sentence with ‘now’, its not a command, e.g. “Come let’s go now, “
2. The way he flows from Ebonics to Pidgin English to Akata with ease.
4. He understands why you have to send money home – probably doing the same himself!
5. He doesn’t see your kid sister staying in your house as an inconvenience/ cramping his style.
6. He doesn’t think you should put your parents in a home.
7. He eats ‘Gbegiri and Amala’ and doesn’t think it’s ‘yucky’ or ‘spicy’. In a nutshell, loves your cooking.
8. He gets your jokes.
9. The way he licks his ten fingers ‘because that Ogbono soup with Iyan hit da spot, Oh Yes!!!
10. He has got his education or he got something going on.
11. He may be a baby daddy but he loves his kid and takes care of him.
12. He can have a bus load of conversation without him saying much ‘because his momma taught him that.
13. He loves to see you shake that Bottom to Sir Shina Peters, the original “Back That Bottom Up” master.
14. He will settle an argument and say sorry while maintaining his man status.
15. The way he says “Shey you get am” when he thinks you are not paying attention, but you really are.
16. He knows where he is from. Living in NY does not mean you are from NY.
17. He thinks you’re so pretty without makeup.
18. He calls you native endearing names like “Nne” or “Omo”
19. He has respect [not to be confused with obedience] for his elders ? important.
20. The way he gets embarrased and says “I beg e” when you compliment him.
21. The way he says “I love you baby” ? may be very fake yet sounds so TRUE!
22. The way he eats meat with his bare hands? for some reason it is sexy to me.
23. The way he calls you his wife in front of all his friends.
24.He understands your accent.
25. The way he knows that it is you calling and answers the phone “Hey Baby! ” without looking at the caller ID.
26. The way Naija men look when they are all decked out in native? there is nothing sexier than a dark chocolate man in lace o!
27. Pronounces your name like say na im born you.
28. I am IN charge but he is THE charge, we understand that.
29. He is just at home at your office picnic as he is at the Naija reunion.
30. The very satisfied look on his face after eating one of your meals and the way he glares at you while picking his teeth with the tooth pick, and you both know that you are his next “meal”.
31. He appreciates the art of yanshrolling when he sees one!
32. Keeps yo from doing wahala by buying a stickshift vehicle he knows you can’t drive!
33. He saves you money on groceries a la “limited diet”. Just cook the stew and he’ll figure the rest? Eba, Amala, Fufu or even plain old White Bread!
34. No need for bosom implants to impress am!
35. No need to go kill himself trying to maintain a six pack. He knows u know big belle is sexy inside Agbada!
36. He knows to allow you like three hours to get ready for a party!
37. He will not complain when you waka with headful of rollers inside house but quick to let you know that aint nothing sexy about that when you want to go outside.
39. His lunch (Rice, Beans, Dodo, complete with carefully selected assorted meat) wey you pack for am na something u know sey im no go wait to “Palam”(gobble up!) when him reach work
40. He thinks the small gap between your front teeth are actually sexy!!!!
Saturday, 17 January 2015
Some Computer Terminologies And Their Acronyms
we use many computer terms without knowing their meanings ,we have compiled some of the terminologies and acronyms below
* VIRUS - Vital Information Resource UnderSeige.
* AVI = Audio Video Interleave
* RTS = Real Time Streaming
* SIS = Symbian OS Installer File
* AMR = Adaptive Multi-Rate Codec
* JAD = Java Application Descriptor
* 3G -3rd Generation.
* GSM - Global System for Mobile Communication.
* CDMA - Code Divison Multiple Access.
* UMTS - Universal MobileTelecommunication System.
* SIM - Subscriber Identity Module .
* JAR = Java Archive
* JAD = Java Application Descriptor
* 3GPP = 3rd Generation Partnership Project
* 3GP = 3rd Generation Project
* MP3 = MPEG player lll
* MP4 = MPEG-4 video file
* AAC = Advanced Audio Coding
* GIF= Graphic Interchangeable Format
* JPEG = Joint Photographic Expert Group
* BMP = Bitmap
* SWF = Shock Wave Flash
* WMV = Windows Media Video
* WMA = Windows Media Audio
* WAV = Waveform Audio
* PNG = Portable Network Graphics
* DOC = Document (MicrosoftCorporation)
* PDF = Portable Document Format
* M3G = Mobile 3D Graphics
* M4A = MPEG-4 Audio File
* NTH = Nokia Theme (series 40)
* IBM - International Business Machines.
* HP - Hewlett Packard.
* AM/FM - Amplitude/ Frequency Modulation.
* WLAN - Wireless Local Area Network
* THM = Themes (Sony Ericsson)
* MMF = Synthetic Music Mobile Application File
* NRT = Nokia Ringtone
* XMF = Extensible Music File
* WBMP = Wireless Bitmap Image
* DVX = DivX Video
* HTML = Hyper Text Markup Language
* WML = Wireless Markup Language
* CD -Compact Disk.
* DVD - Digital Versatile Disk.
* CRT - Cathode Ray Tube.
* DAT - Digital Audio Tape.
* DOS - Disk Operating System.
* GUI -Graphical User Interface.
* HTTP - Hyper Text Transfer Protocol.
* IP - Internet Protocol.
* ISP - Internet Service Provider.
* TCP - Transmission Control Protocol.
* UPS - Uninterruptible Power Supply.
* HSDPA - High Speed Downlink PacketAccess.
* EDGE - Enhanced Data Rate for GSM[GlobalSystem for Mobile Communication] Evolution.
* VHF - Very High Frequency.
* UHF - Ultra High Frequency.
* GPRS - General PacketRadio Service.
* WAP - Wireless ApplicationProtocol.
* TCP - Transmission ControlProtocol .
* ARPANET - Advanced Research Project Agency Network
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8 reasons why shy guys are the best to date
If you’ve never dated a shy guy you may think that it’s rather problematic or disadvantageous. Indeed, most girls preffer the loud guys but study shows that shy guys are the best to date read through.
1. Shy guys don’t dominate conversations
It’s believed that girls tend to talk much more than guys. However, sometimes a confident guy may go too far boasting about how splendid he is. It’s great when a guy can arouse your interests with his talks or make you laugh. But every now and then you need a person that can just keep silent and listen to you. When dating a shy guy you’ll have plenty of opportunities to ask questions, talk about your life and just chatter. Be sure, a shy guy will catch everything you say since he wants to know your personality.
2. Shy guys are more genuine
Confident guys are always confident about their words, but sometimes they may be too superficial. They often say something just to please you, even if they don’t think so. When dating a confident man I’ve experienced many cases of untruth. However, a shy man will never act artificially. His words always correspond to his thoughts and you can be sure that your shy guy means exactly what he says. Indeed, it’s a good reason to date a shy guy!
3. The challenge
Confident guys are rather fast to share their feelings, thoughts and plans with you. Shy guys, however, aren’t so talkative and most probably you’ll have to make great efforts to get along with him. You’ll have to invent various ways to get him talk to you and you’ll be the initiator of your conversations. He won’t bother you with annoying questions and you will always know that whenever he’s talking to you, he’s sincere and his words are meaningful.
4. Shy guys are less intimidating
A man’s confidence is like a magnet for girls, that’s why confident guys are highly popular with the opposite sex. They are confident to the point that many girls feel uneasy beside them. Shy guys, however, aren’t so intimidating. They’re more accurate with their behavior and even if they decide to reject you, they’ll do it in a very polite manner. Shy guys make great husbands, by the way!
5. Shy guys are good listeners
Shy guys rarely start talking first, thus they’ll never control a conversation. However, they will always listen to you no matter how much you’ll be talking. They’re very attentive and they will remember every word you’ll say. You know that talking to a person who really listens to you and cares is one of the most pleasant things ever. But it works both ways. You also should be a good listener to carry on a good conversation.
6. It’s easy to put them to the blush
What I love most about shy guys is that they can blush so quickly and easily! An intent glance, an accidental touch and a compliment are sure ways to make him red-cheeked. However, don’t try to make him shy on purpose; it can make him feel uneasy and reserved. Whenever you want to compliment him, try to be very tactful and delicate. Shy guys are overly sensitive, so think twice before telling something offensive.
7. They are more attentive
I don’t mean that all shy guys are irrevocably attentive; however from my experience I can acknowledge that shy guys generally display more attentiveness. They don’t scatter their attention on trifles and they always consider your feelings. Chances are that a shy guy will intuitively feel your mood and well-being. The greatest advantage of dating a shy guy is that he’ll appreciate your inner beauty as well as your physical appearance.
8. A shy guy won’t cheat on you
Unfortunately, confident guys prove to be less faithful and they’re more likely to cheat on their beloved. A shy guy will never cheat on you. Once he makes his mind to be with you, he’ll be loyal and firm in his choice. He knows perfectly well that you don’t deserve such an attitude and even if you have a breakdown in your relationship, he’ll prefer to talk to you about it. This is really one of the best benefits of dating a shy guy.
Now you see that shy guys shouldn’t be ignored at all! Dating a shy guy is all about advantages and these are only a few of them. If you want an attentive, careful person, dating a shy guy is definitely a right idea. what do you think
18yr Old Nigerian Rapper, Isaiah Ekpaloba Stabbed To Death In UK
too bad when will they stop killing the blacks in uk?
18 yearold Nigerian upcoming rapper named Isaiah Ekpaloba (pictured above) died on early January. He was stabbed in Wood Green, UK, after a fight with another teenager.
Isaiah and a man named Jaydee Dorsett engaged in physical combat that involved the use of knifes on a fateful Friday afternoon and by the time they were done, the two young men suffered stab wounds.
Isaiah took himself to the hospital to got treated but died shortly after.
They later said his cause of death was shock, haemorrhage and a stab wound to the chest.
Jaydee, who was also taken to hospital for stab wounds, was arrested and has been charged with murder. He’s currently on trial where he’s claiming self defense.
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Friday, 16 January 2015
job vacancy;enginéer training programme at citadel
It is our pleasure to invite you to send
your relevant employees to attend
relevant workshops to train those
involved in all aspects of Engineering,
Maintenance and Project Management.
The workshop aims to build up each participant's overall understanding of
this important area of service. The workshop will use interactive
teaching techniques and each participant
will be encouraged to participate from
the basis of his or her own field
experience and insights. We hope that
each participant will bring with them a case study on fieldwork they have been
involved in related to project,
engineering and maintenance supported
by any materials available. In addition to
learning and skills development, the
workshop will provide a valuable opportunity for those involved in this to
meet together and encourage each
other. It will be a time to think and work
on projects, in time set aside from the
ordinary demands of life. It is hoped that
it will also be a time for participants to recuperate so as to be able
to return to
their work with new energy. Please bring with you: • any
problem that you hope the
other participants may be able to help
you with
• an open mind! Find attached the workshop invitation.
We would appreciate it, if you would
notify us as soon as possible as to
whether you will be able to send your
staffs to attend this workshops. We shall be contacting you again
regarding the workshop arrangements. Yours sincerely, CITED
08037192728, 08075602221
08053796800,08086625982 citadelfortechnologicaldev@yahoo.com
info@citadeltech.org
your relevant employees to attend
relevant workshops to train those
involved in all aspects of Engineering,
Maintenance and Project Management.
The workshop aims to build up each participant's overall understanding of
this important area of service. The workshop will use interactive
teaching techniques and each participant
will be encouraged to participate from
the basis of his or her own field
experience and insights. We hope that
each participant will bring with them a case study on fieldwork they have been
involved in related to project,
engineering and maintenance supported
by any materials available. In addition to
learning and skills development, the
workshop will provide a valuable opportunity for those involved in this to
meet together and encourage each
other. It will be a time to think and work
on projects, in time set aside from the
ordinary demands of life. It is hoped that
it will also be a time for participants to recuperate so as to be able
to return to
their work with new energy. Please bring with you: • any
problem that you hope the
other participants may be able to help
you with
• an open mind! Find attached the workshop invitation.
We would appreciate it, if you would
notify us as soon as possible as to
whether you will be able to send your
staffs to attend this workshops. We shall be contacting you again
regarding the workshop arrangements. Yours sincerely, CITED
08037192728, 08075602221
08053796800,08086625982 citadelfortechnologicaldev@yahoo.com
info@citadeltech.org
Thursday, 15 January 2015
job vacancy: ministry of Defense Advisors (MoDA) Program(usa)
The Ministry of Defense Advisors (MoDA) program recruits, trains, and deploys highly qualified senior DoD civilians in support of ongoing efforts to build capacity and forge lasting relationships with foreign partners. Multiple opportunities are available to fill new critical needs for the Resolute Support Mission and other global security cooperation efforts.
Extensive high-level experience is crucial, but what makes this program vital to the success of our overseas missions are the interpersonal and communications skills for which we search. Our intensive two-month training program provides a targeted methodology with which you will build a relationship with your counterparts. You will be given the historical and cultural background, introduced to the language, and other taught advisor skills by world class instructors, native speakers, and top advisors to U.S. and coalition partners. Your own experience, technical skills and education will then come together in a final exercise where you will negotiate a series of scenario-based vignettes using native-speaking role players.
It takes confidence to knowingly work yourself out of a job, and that is exactly what our advisors do. MoDA deployments are a unique opportunity for DoD civilians to directly support vital operations overseas and help partner nations build their own capabilities.
Three training classes per year support multiple requirements in Afghanistan and are in continuous recruitment. Global MoDA opportunities are growing and are solicited individually as they develop. Please refer to the following link for more information:
http://www.cpms.osd.mil/expeditionary/positions.html
DO NOT APPLY IF YOU ARE NOT CURRENT DoD GS-13/14/15 OR EQUIVALENT
Email the following to modaprograminfo@dsca.mil:
- Cover letter outlining why you wish to deploy as an advisor to Afghanistan
- Your resume (no longer than six (6) pages)
- Current SF-50 (SSN redacted)
- Two professional references (name, contact info, and organizational affiliation only)
Army Employees: http://cpol.army.mil/library/mobil/webforms/index-Army.html
Air Force Employees: http://www.cpms.osd.mil/expeditionary/air-force-employees.html
All other DoD Employees will need to provide a statement from your Director or first SES
Please address all questions to modaprograminfo@dsca.mil.
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job:Relationship Manager @ Stanbic IBTC Bank
Stanbic IBTC Bank is a leading African banking group focused on emerging markets globally. It has been a mainstay of South Africa's financial system for 150 years, and now spans 16 countries across the African continent.
Standard Bank is the largest bank in Africa and our highly visibe brand, award-winning service, and strong global presence helps us maintain our market-leading position. We place huge value on the talent of our people to drive our continued success, and to support our plans for growth. We now need a talented and resourceful Team Leader Customer Service to help us fulfil our business objectives and build customer loyal
interested applicants should read through their reqirement below and click on the APPLY link below if qualified..
Purpose of Job
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with the top tier employers.
- Become their "trusted adviser" on Pension, Retirement & Financial matters.
- Increase mind-share in employers' locations.
- Continuously encourage and foster new ideas and innovations.
- A robust understanding of the various employers and their relevant industries, with the aim of providing excellent, tailored services to them.
- Aggressively grow our market share in value (AUM) & numbers (RSA PINs)
- Drive comprehensive compliance to PRA2004 & PenCom regulations by all employers on our records.
KRA - Key Result Areas:
- Build and maintain strategic relationships with the top tier employers:
- Develop deep rooted relationships with liaison officers, managers & union executives.
- Create/seize opportunities to network relevant contacts with SIPML Exco/Superiors with the aim of celebrating them & fostering emotional commitment to SIPML.
- Provide relevant contacts with updates on developments in pension & financial sectors.
Increase mind-share in employers' locations:
- Hold periodic interactive sessions.
- Regular interactions through physical visits & telecommunication channels.
- Host Pension On Wheels/Rotating Service Desks.
- Invite relevant contacts to Investment Research Educational Series.
- Nominate relevant contacts for SIPML sponsored events.
Continuously encourage and foster new ideas and innovations:
- Provide quality feedback on current services & possible challenges
- Proffer concrete suggestions on how SIPML can improve from personal creativity/observation.
A robust understanding of the various employers and their relevant industries, with the aim of providing excellent, tailored services to them:
- Profile & categorize accounts as significant/top/volatile/etc. for appropriate relationship approach.
- Seek to know what their business priorities are: expansions/automation.
- Be aware of global/government policies & what the ripple effects could be.
Aggressively grow our market share in value (AUM) & numbers (RSA PINs):
- Increase in number of Voluntary Contributing Pins
- Increase in NSITF refund to SIPML clients on the accelerated mode.
- Consistent monthly remittance of pension obligations by employers.
- Prompt provision of correct contribution schedules to enable upload of pension remittances.
- Deliberate collaboration with Invalid Resolution Unit to convert TCF values to the RSA values.
- Actively pursue cost savings: convert physical statements to e-statements, interactive forum bills.
- Identify and initiate leads for SIPML sales team.
- Identify windows of opportunity for additional business for the group - cross-selling.
- Transfer window monitoring.
- Drive comprehensive compliance to PRA2004 & PenCom regulations by all employers on our records:
- Consistent follow up for outstanding/updated documents from AES fund sponsors.
- Ensure regular reminders are sent to the defaulting employers with corresponding records.
Others:
- Provide appropriate and timely management reports.
- Effectively communicate and follow through, with client requests to back office /support units
- Maintain an update comprehensive database for employers.
- Reduce SIPML reputation risk by professional comportment & handling of responsibilities.
- Drive/assist back office/support units to deliver on transactions within the stipulated timelines.
Required Skills and Qualifications
Educational Qualifications
- Minimum of a first Degree.
- A relevant Master's Degree or professional qualifications will be an added advantage
Work Experience
- Minimum of 2 years experience (in relevant roles) from FMCG, Consulting, Private Banking, Pension Fund Administrators, and Corporate banking.
- Relevant roles include Sales officers, Customer service officer, strategy and planning officer or account officer.
Required Competencies
- Technical competencies:
- Excellent use of computer operating systems e.g. PowerPoint, Word, the Internet & MS Excel for analytical and modelling purposes
- Mine opportunities and follow up on leads.
- Good knowledge of PRA 2004.
Personal Skills
- Must be analytical and habitually inquisitive.
- Must have a willing attitude to learning.
- Excellent verbal communication skills.
- Good time management skills.
- Excellent writing skills.
- Good presentation and negotiation skill.
- Able to convey factual information clearly.
- Networking Skills, must be socially confident, quick to establish rapport and able to maintain relationships even when communicating disagreeable information to others.
- Needs to be methodical and pay attention to details.
- Must be customer-centric and service-orientated.
- Results-oriented, driven, adheres to turn-around times/deadlines.
- APPLY HERE
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Wednesday, 14 January 2015
JOB VACANCY: KPMG
VACANCY AT KPMG
KPMG is a global network of professional firms providing Audit, Tax and Advisory Services. Our vision is to build and sustain our reputation as the best firm to work with by ensuring our people, clients and communities achieve their full potential.
KPMG Graduate Trainee Recruitment 2015/2016
Qualifications and Skills
- Must be below 26 years old
- Have a minimum of 5 O' level credits (including English & Math) at ONE sitting
- Have a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at first degree
- Law graduates must have a minimum of second class (upper division) degree at first degree and at Law school
- About to complete or completed the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) scheme
- Show adaptability, willingness to learn new skills and commitment to exceptional delivery
- Have exceptional oral and written communication skills
- Be innovative and creative
- Be emotionally intelligent
Experience and Background
- No Experience required- just a passion and enthusiasm
- Apply here
6 Ways To Avoid Marrying The Wrong Person
There is a right way and a wrong way to get to know someone for marriage. The wrong way is to get caught up in the excitement of a budding relationship and in the process completely forget to ask the critical questions that help determine compatibility.
so based on my observations, here are seven ways to avoid marrying the wrong partner.
Do Not Marry Potential
Oftentimes men consider marrying a woman hoping she never changes while a woman considers marrying a man she hopes she can change. This is the wrong approach on both accounts. Don’t assume that you can change a person after you’re married to them or that they will reach their potential. There is no guarantee, after all, that those changes will be for the better. In fact, it’s often for the worse. If you can’t accept someone or imagine living with them as they are then don’t marry them. These differences can include a number of things such as ideological or practical differences in religion, habits, hygiene, communication skills, etc.
Choose Character over Chemistry
While chemistry and attraction are no doubt important, character precedes them both. A famous quote follows, “Chemistry ignites the fire, but character keeps it burning.” The idea of falling “in love” should never be the sole reason for marrying someone; it is very easy to confuse infatuation and lust for love. The most important character traits to look for include humility, kindness, responsibility, & happiness.
Avoid Pre-Marital Sexual/Physical Activity
Recognize that there is incredible wisdom in why God has ordered us to refrain from intimacy before marriage; they are to prevent great harms as well as to keep sacred what is the most blessed part of a relationship between a man and a woman.
Aside from the obvious spiritual consequences, when a relationship gets physical before its time, important issues like character, life philosophy, and compatibility go to the wayside. Consequently, everything is romanticized and it becomes difficult to even remember the important issues let alone talk about them.
Avoid Lack of Emotional Connection
There are four questions that you must answer YES to; Do I respect and admire this person? What specifically do I respect and admire about this person?
Do I trust this person? Can I rely on them? Do I trust their judgment? Do I trust their word? Can I believe what they say?
Do I feel Safe? Do I feel emotionally safe with this person? Can I be vulnerable? Can I be myself? Can I be open? Can I express myself?
Do I feel calm and at peace with this person?
If the answer is “I don’t know, I’m not sure, etc.” keep evaluating until you know for sure and truly understand how you feel. If you don’t feel safe now, you won’t feel safe when you are married. If you don’t trust now, this won’t change when you are married!
Pay Attention to Your Own Emotional Anxiety
Choosing someone you don’t feel safe with emotionally is not a good recipe for a long-lasting and loving marriage. Feeling emotionally safe is the foundation of a strong and healthy marriage. When you don’t feel safe, you can’t express your feelings and opinions. Learn how to identify whether you are in an abusive relationship. If you feel you always have to monitor what you say, if you are with someone and you feel you can’t really express yourself and are always walking on eggshells, then it’s very likely you are in an abusive relationship which is potentially leading to a wrong marriage in all standards.
Beware of Lack of Openness In Your Partner
Many couples make the mistake of not putting everything on the table for discussion from the onset. Ask yourself, “What do I need to know to be absolutely certain I want to marry this person?” “What bothers me about this person or the relationship?” It’s very important to identify what’s bothering you, things that concern you, and things you are afraid to bring up for discussion. Then you must have an honest discussion about them. This is a great way to test the strength of your relationship. Bringing up issues when there’s conflict is a great opportunity to really evaluate how well you communicate, negotiate, and work together as a team. When people get into power struggles and blame each other, it’s an indication they don’t work well as a team. Also important is being vulnerable around each other. Ask deep questions of each other and see how your partner responds. How do they handle it? Are they defensive? Do they attack? Do they withdraw? Do they get annoyed? Do they blame you? Do they ignore it? Do they hide or rationalize it? [/b]Don’t just listen to what they say but watch for how they say it!
[i]With all this put into considerations, you could really head to a successful marriage
and if after reading this,you still marry the wrong person, you are on your own ooo lols!!!
12 Simple Ways To Survive The Harmattan
The Harmattan is a cold-dry[1] and dusty trade wind, blowing over the West African subregion. This northeasterly wind blows from the Sahara Desert into the Gulf of Guinea between the end of November and the middle of March (winter).[2] The name comes from or is related to an Akan cognate.
Temperatures can easily be as low as 9 °C (48 °F). However, sometimes, in the afternoon, the temperature can soar to as high as 30 °C (86°F), while the relative humidity drops under 10%. The Harmattan season differs from winter, because it is characterized by cold–dry, dust-laden wind, and also wide flunctuations in the ambient temperatures of the day and night. On its passage over the Sahara, it picks up fine dust and sand particles (between 0.5 and 10 micrometres). The air is particularly dry and desiccating when the Harmattan blows over the region.
Harmattan affects our health in many ways: our skin, eyes and respiratory tract most vulnerable to the effects of this weather.
The skin suffers dryness
with accompanying cracking of lips,
soles of the feet and sometimes the skin itself. The eyes also suffer from the abundance of dust particles carried along by the winds, thus itching, foreign body sensations and redness may be common especially in those with allergic eye diseases.
A lot of diseases are easily triggered due to this change in weather and lots of care must be taken to avoid fatal consequences.
Here are a few tips on how to make it through this dry patch;
1. Drink lots of water!
2. Avoid carbonated soft drinks. They dehydrate your skin quite bad.
3. Avoid antiseptic soaps during this
weather. Use them only when you
have a skin infection it is meant to treat.Use it even then for a short period and stop.
4. Keep the skin healthy by applying
oily creams and wearing weather
friendly clothing.
Temperatures can easily be as low as 9 °C (48 °F). However, sometimes, in the afternoon, the temperature can soar to as high as 30 °C (86°F), while the relative humidity drops under 10%. The Harmattan season differs from winter, because it is characterized by cold–dry, dust-laden wind, and also wide flunctuations in the ambient temperatures of the day and night. On its passage over the Sahara, it picks up fine dust and sand particles (between 0.5 and 10 micrometres). The air is particularly dry and desiccating when the Harmattan blows over the region.
Harmattan affects our health in many ways: our skin, eyes and respiratory tract most vulnerable to the effects of this weather.
The skin suffers dryness
with accompanying cracking of lips,
soles of the feet and sometimes the skin itself. The eyes also suffer from the abundance of dust particles carried along by the winds, thus itching, foreign body sensations and redness may be common especially in those with allergic eye diseases.
A lot of diseases are easily triggered due to this change in weather and lots of care must be taken to avoid fatal consequences.
Here are a few tips on how to make it through this dry patch;
1. Drink lots of water!
2. Avoid carbonated soft drinks. They dehydrate your skin quite bad.
3. Avoid antiseptic soaps during this
weather. Use them only when you
have a skin infection it is meant to treat.Use it even then for a short period and stop.
4. Keep the skin healthy by applying
oily creams and wearing weather
friendly clothing.
5. Use lip balms and apply Vaseline to the soles of the feet to prevent them from cracking. 6. Remember to keep your hair moisturized and also do hairstyles that keep your hair ends hidden. You can also wrap up your hair to protect it from the dust. 7. Wear warm clothes; they will protect you from the severe cold. 8. Rinse your eyes with clean water and reduce the exposure to the dust by wearing protective spectacles. |
9. Asthma patients or those with chronic respiratory conditions should pay special attention to their health and take all possible and practicable measures to reduce exposure to the dusty atmosphere and they should carry their inhalers with them at all times. 10. Sicklers should be vigilant and keep warm as much as possible to prevent any crisis. 11. Due to the dusty atmosphere we should practice a healthy food preservation culture. Fruits and vegetables should be properly washed before eating and those of us that store our drinking water should always ensure that the containers are always adequately covered. 12. We can also keep our homes warm but please be careful as this is also the season when we have the most fire accidents. All fires should not be left unattended and we should avoid indiscriminate burning of refuse during this season. |
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