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Car Talk / Four Things Car Thieves Love To See by beautyandbeast: 7:12pm On Jul 04, 2022
Car theft is on the decline--and today, the chances that your vehicle will be stolen are lower than any time in the past 15 years.

But while anti-theft systems and marked car parts have made it harder to steal cars and sell the pieces, it's still far too common a crime in many cities--especially in Lagos. As quickly as carmakers and drivers take preventative measures, professional theft rings and chop shops work to defeat them.


The most sophisticated crooks may have an upper hand, but some simple prevention can keep you and your car from falling victim to casual thieves. Many cars get stolen or vandalized because their owners didn't take the most basic precautions like locking up, never leaving it running, and never leaving the keys in it.

Beyond the obvious, it's all about eliminating the other clear signs that your car is there for the taking. When car thieves are looking for their next score, these are four things they love to see:

Easy targets. Cars parked in dark, isolated, or otherwise concealed areas are excellent choices for the aspiring car thief. But so do vehicles that show obvious signs of neglect: a collection of parking tickets, for example, or just a coat of road dust, anything that suggests the owner hasn't been on the scene in a while. If you're going to park your vehicle for an extended period, leave it somewhere attended--or disable it by removing the battery to make a quick getaway impossible.


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Popular late-model cars. The list of most-stolen cars is topped by perennial best-sellers like the Toyota Camry , Honda Accord , Mercedez , and Ford F-150. Some more exotic cars may have higher theft rates, but these mainstream victims of theft arise from a set of factors: the black market for parts, the ease of breaking into them, and the anonymity of driving off in one from the scene of the crime. If you own one, the usual precautions apply, but additional protection might not just be a good idea, it may also reduce your insurance rates.


Cars with no visible, activated alarm system. Real-time vehicle tracking systems such as GM's OnStar and aftermarket services like LoJack are the bane of thieves, but most luxury cars and even many mass-market vehicles come with basic anti-theft systems. They don't pose much of an obstacle if they're not activated, though. If you have a vehicle with such a system, make sure it's armed when you walk away.

Electronics and their tell-tale cords. Portable music players, laptops, tablets, even radar detectors--they're all easily and quickly lifted from exposed vehicles. They can also easily be wiped of identifying information and resold. Even the presence of charging cables may be enough to tell a casual vandal that it's worth getting into your car to go through the glovebox and armrest to see if you've stashed a phone or an iPod there. Do yourself a favor: tuck away the cables, and secure anything you'd rather not lose in the trunk--or carry it with you, rather than leaving it behind for prying eyes with prying tools.
Health / Try These Beauty Ideas And Techniques Today — @loozap Blog by beautyandbeast: 11:01pm On Dec 06, 2020
Any human face can be a beautiful thing. Really, it can be. Even you are aged, or you lack the so-called classic good looks, there is much that you can do to look good. To start learning some basics as to how to make this happen for you, refer to the tips below.

If you have fine lines around your eyes, mouth, and forehead, you should look for cosmetics with light-reflecting particles. These products, which are just more matte than shimmery, can reflect light in a way that appears to make the fine lines simply disappear. You can use this trick all over your face, or just in your laugh lines.

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Emphasize the sharpness of your cheekbones by applying a shade of powder blush that is one shade deeper than your normal cheek color product. Using a blush brush, dab on a spot of the powder in the hollows of your cheeks just under the cheekbones. Remove excess powder, then blend in a circular motion.

If you are going to use heat to style your hair, make sure you use products that are designed for this. Using these heated appliances daily can damage your hair. If you use products with heat protectant in them, it is perfectly safe to use hair appliances that require heat on a daily basis. As an added bonus, these products usually help your hair look healthy and shiny, as well.

Use a deep conditioner at least once a week for extra soft and healthy hair. Pick one day of the week to take a bath and read a magazine or listen to music while the deep conditioner soaks into your hair before rinsing. Many hair product lines include a matching deep conditioner.

Rejuvenate skin by gently rubbing it with a dry, soft-bristled brush prior to showering. Not only will your oil glands be stimulated, but your skin will also remain moisturized for longer. Use a circular motion to brush, working your way up from your feet to your face; finish with a gentle cleansing warm shower and soap.

Get your sleep to keep yourself looking beautiful. Do not underestimate the power of scarce sleep to age your face, and your body. You need from six to eight hours of sleep a night to rejuvenate your body, skin, and brain. All are important elements in your overall personal health.

Avoid refined foods as part of your daily beauty routine. Refined foods take away most of the nutrients that would naturally be found in food. Often times the good things are replaced by chemicals and fortifiers. Your overall health will vastly improve, not just your skin, nails, and hair.

For sparkling eyes, try using eye drops daily. This also keeps irritation and dryness at bay. These eye drops are also great if you tend to use computers for extended periods as they can relieve minor eye strain. Put a bottle of the drops inside of your purse or desk, and put them in every four hours.

To get eyelashes that really pop, eyelash extensions are the perfect solution. It is not best to wear these every single day, but they are wonderful for a party or a wedding. They can look very natural as long as you don't go overboard and will bring out the color of your eyes.

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If you've got a splitting nail and can't get to the salon quick enough, grab a tea bag and bottle of clear nail polish! The strong fibers of a tea bag will act as a remedial mend until you can see a professional. Simply cut a small portion of the tea bag, place it directly on the torn part of the nail and top it off with a coat or two of clear nail polish and you are good to go!

Discovering your own beauty and working upon it to make it more evident is indeed possible. The tips above should have created a good foundation for you to build upon so that you can find and accentuate your own beauty.
Health / Get Clear Skin Now With These Tips — @loozap Blog by beautyandbeast: 10:40pm On Dec 06, 2020
If you suffer from embarrassing acne or only get the occasional pimple, there are ways to prevent these blemishes and maintain clear, beautiful skin. By drinking a lot of water and washing your face without over-drying it, you can be on your way to clear skin. Read this article for tips on how to get rid of acne.

To reduce your acne, you should learn how to wash your face efficiently. Choose a soap that is not too greasy and not too dry. Try to find a brand that advertises a neutral PH. This should not have any influence on your skin. Wash your face at least twice a day.


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Reducing stressful situations in your life can also reduce your chance of developing acne. Although stress doesn't directly lead to acne, a lot of unhealthy habits developed during stress can. Some people even increase their oil formation when faced with stress. Eliminating stress to the best of your ability can actually have positive effects on your complexion.

Keep your phone away from your face at all times to reduce the chance of getting acne. A phone's constant rubbing against your face can cause irritation which can inflame your skin and facilitate blemishes on your face. Instead, try a hands-free phone or Bluetooth in your car to reduce irritation.

Counteract the antibiotics you are taking with probiotics to effectively get rid of acne. Many people take antibiotics to help with their skin problems, but these pills also get rid of the bacteria in your body. This causes acne because you can't expel waste as well, and it comes out through your skin instead.

Drink apple cider vinegar to reduce acne breakouts, eczema, or other skin conditions. Apple cider vinegar may be hard to drink by itself, but try adding it to a blended fruit smoothie to get all the effects without the harsh taste. In addition to clearer skin, you may notice silkier hair and shinier nails.

If you are a woman using the pill Accutane (or any of its generic forms) to treat your acne, make sure that you avoid pregnancy during your treatment period. Make sure you have a second form of protection against pregnancy such as birth control. If you take the pill for acne and get pregnant, your baby has a high risk of being deformed.

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Men who experience acne outbreaks should shave lightly to keep from cutting the top off their blemishes. If the beard is soaked thoroughly with mild soap and water before the application of shaving cream or gel, this will make the light shaving even easier and promote better acne skincare.

If you are suffering from severe acne, it may be best to make an appointment with a dermatologist. They can prescribe a prescription medication that will be more helpful for clearing up acne, and many times will be covered by your medical insurance carrier. Ask friends or family for a recommendation to a good doctor.

While you may have to be patient, it's not impossible to get rid of acne. If these tips do not help, try visiting a doctor and see if you can get a prescription to battle severe acne. Remember the tips in this article to help you get clear, beautiful skin!
Health / Deciding What Vitamins And Supplements To Take — @loozap Blog by beautyandbeast: 10:25pm On Dec 06, 2020
Deciding what vitamins and supplements to take depends on what you are using them for. There are so many new vitamin variations and supplements on the market today that it can become confusing as to which vitamins and supplements will work for your particular situation. Researchers are also finding new uses for the standard vitamins found on grocery store shelves. The progress that vitamins and supplements have made is incredible; but if you are feeling left a little bewildered, here is some advice on how to decide what supplements and vitamins you should take.


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If you don’t know anything about vitamins and supplements, it’s best to start with a multivitamin if you want to start supplementing your diet to be healthier. You may have friends or coworkers who start making recommendations about all different kinds of supplements that you should be taking, but steer clear of their advice. Otherwise, you will walk out of the health food store with a very expensive parcel of supplements that may or may not be beneficial to your situation.

A good multivitamin will get you started down the road to getting the right dosage of the supplements that researchers deem necessary to prevent most illnesses. Don’t underestimate the power of the multivitamin. It usually has about 20 different vitamins and minerals to get you on the road to good health and prevent most illnesses. Remember, the main point of taking vitamins is to prevent illness, not cure it. So taking the recommended dose of the 20 or so different supplements will put you way ahead of the game if you are already fairly healthy.

Besides a multivitamin, the next step that people take when they want to use vitamins as a method to prevent cancer and other serious diseases is to up their dosage of vitamin C and Vitamin E. These two vitamins have incredible powers to fight cancer and heart disease, and are also a great boost to the immune system. This is why you will see people take extra vitamin C around cold and flu season. If you are taking a multivitamin and want to purchase extra vitamin E and vitamin C, go ahead. Vitamin E and C can both be taken in liberal doses in addition to what you are already getting in your multivitamin.

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Other than Vitamin E and Vitamin C, the next vitamin that people are interested in is the B-complex vitamins. This is because a higher dosage of vitamin B compliments what Vitamin E and Vitamin C are already doing with regards to the immune system. Vitamin B also promotes better functioning of the brain.

Basically at this point, if you are taking a multivitamin and extra vitamins C, B, and E, you are essentially taking everything that you can to prevent cancer, heart disease, brain damage, premature aging, bone loss, high cholesterol, diabetes, and high blood pressure. If you want any more help than this, you will really have to look at prescribed medications, particularly when it comes to things like lowering cholesterol. This is because in some cases, illnesses like heart disease, high cholesterol, and cancer may be hereditary.

Don’t be fooled by products that make claims of miracle cures for serious medical conditions. Look on the label of many of these vitamins and supplements and you will find that most of them say “claims not evaluated by the FDA”. This usually means that what the manufacturer is claiming isn’t true. Standard vitamins and supplement will do all of the work they can to prevent disease as much as is possible. This is why you also have to be careful not to over consume vitamins. If you take too much Vitamin C for example, it will just flush out of your system. If you take as much of every vitamin you can, some of them will also cancel each other out, leaving you with no positive effects at all. As well, taking too many vitamins can be poisonous and actually make you sick. The best rule of thumb when it comes to taking vitamins is to stick to the basic vitamins and supplements in the recommended doses.
Car Talk / Tips For Saving At The Pump As You Take To The Roads — @loozap Blog by beautyandbeast: 6:35am On Sep 09, 2020
This time of the year in Nigeria marks the end of two favorite summer pastimes: vacation road trips and back to school for schoolgoers.

Several of this summer’s movies take you behind the wheel for exciting car chases with unbelievable maneuvers and speed-defying moments.

While the actors in these movies may not be thinking about fuel efficiency, with today’s high gas prices, you certainly are. Loozap Blog offers the following maintenance tips to help you save on fuel as you take to the roads.

* Checkup. Look over your owner’s manual to keep current on your scheduled maintenance. Inspect your vehicles’ fluids to make sure they are all at the recommended levels. If unsure, have your vehicles inspected by a certified technician to ensure they are running as efficiently as possible.

* Air up. Properly inflate all four tires and the spare to the vehicle manufacturer’s recommended levels. Check the sticker on the inside door jamb or the owner’s manual. Under normal operation, tires can lose approximately 1 pound per square inch (PSI) of pressure every month. For every 10-degree change in ambient temperature, tire pressure can change by approximately one PSI. Check tire pressure once a month and always when the car is cool – meaning the car has been driven less than one mile or has not moved in at least three hours.

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* Line up. Have your vehicles’ alignment checked and the tires balanced and rotated according to the vehicle owner’s manual. Anything you can do to help your tires roll smoothly will result in improved fuel mileage.

* Lighten up. If you have a trunk full of junk, empty it out and lighten the load for better fuel economy. If you drive a pickup truck and the bed is empty, leaving the tailgate down reduces drag and improves gas mileage.

Don’t be reckless with your money at the pump. Be sensible with your vehicle and driving habits and leave the recklessness to the movies.

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Car Talk / Tips On Choosing The Right Auto Repair Shop — @loozap Blog by beautyandbeast: 6:13am On Sep 09, 2020
We are approaching the end of COVID-19 in Nigeria. As the road gets busy, motorists should begin thinking about getting their vehicles ready for the busy September as schools and businesses are opening all across the nation.

Given today’s busy schedules and complex vehicle systems, many drivers prefer to take their cars to repair shops than do the work themselves. Below are tips for choosing an appropriate repair facility.

* Start shopping for a repair facility before you need one.


* Ask your friends and associates for their recommendations. Also, consult local consumer groups.

* Arrange for alternative transportation in advance so you will not feel forced to choose a shop based on its location.

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* Look for a neat, well-organized facility, with vehicles in the parking lot equal in value to your own and modern equipment in the service bays.

* Look for a courteous staff, with a service consultant willing to answer all of your questions.

* Look for policies regarding estimated repair costs, diagnostic fees, guarantees, and acceptable methods of payment.

* Ask if the repair facility specializes or handles your car’s type of repair work.

* Look for signs of professionalism in the customer service area, such as civic, community, or customer service awards.

* Look for evidence of qualified technicians. This includes trade-school diplomas and certificates of advanced coursework

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Car Talk / Tips On Preparing Your Car For Resale @loozap Blog by beautyandbeast: 6:00am On Sep 09, 2020
As new vehicle models make their way out of the factories and into dealerships, many customers will look to trade in or resell their current cars.

There are numerous factors that determine a vehicle’s resale value, such as the make and model of the vehicle as well as its age, mileage and overall condition. Although a large portion of the resale value is predetermined, car owners can increase the value by taking proper care of the vehicle to keep it in its optimum condition.

The service specialists at Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge provide the following tips to help car owners prepare their vehicles for resale or trade-in:


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* Have all ownership materials. The documentation that accompanied the vehicle when first purchased is a key component in resale value. Ownership materials include the warranty manual and owner’s manual. It also is important to have the spare key and, when applicable, the convertible top boot cover.

* Look under the hood and fill all fluids. These include brake fluid, power steering fluid, and wiper fluid, along with oil, coolant, and antifreeze.

* Do basic operational checks. First, check the dashboard to see if any warning lights are lit and address any indicated problems. Second, make sure all lights, locks, windows, wipers, turn signals, the trunk release, mirrors, seat belts, defrosters, the horn, air conditioning and heat systems, and seat adjusters work. Accessories that were purchased with the vehicle, such as heated seats or a sunroof, should also be in working order.

* Conduct your own road test. Make sure the vehicle easily starts and the gear selector functions properly. Also, check steering performance and make sure that the cruise control, overdrive, gauges, and sound system are in tip-top shape. Finally, check to see if the acceleration and brakes are operating effectively.

* Check for leaks. Inspect under the hood for any dramatic decreases in fluid levels.

* Evaluate overall appearance. Externally, check for dents and scratches, ensure all the wheels match and are filled, and remove any decals and stickers. Internally, clean the floors, mats, and seats, along with the panels and dashboard. Remove all personal items from the glove compartment and trunk. Finally, have your vehicle professionally washed and detailed prior to having the resale value evaluation.

And lastly, Chrysler, Jeep, and Dodge specialists recommend regular service and maintenance checkups by certified automotive experts throughout your vehicle’s life. Although your dealership should keep a detailed history of your vehicle on file, keep your own record of all checkups and maintenance performed on your vehicle in a logbook to demonstrate that proper care was provided. – NU

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Health / Seven Tips To Relieve Your Aching Back by beautyandbeast: 5:47pm On Jun 06, 2020
Statistics show that back pain still plagues many of us and remains a leading cause of days off work and long term disability. Many put this down to excessive hours sat at desks and the general lack of quality activity in many of our lives. However, it does not take a huge amount of time to introduce activities that help prevent and manage back problems.




Stand up straight. Good posture will relieve pressure from your lower back.


Stay fit. Exercise is important for keeping your muscles strong and maintaining a healthy weight. Being overweight puts more of a strain on the back. People who exercise infrequently also are more prone to back injury because their muscles are not accustomed to the exertion.


Have an ergonomic work area. Your chair should support your lower back and help you maintain good posture. If you work on a computer, the screen should be positioned so that you do not have to tilt your head up or bend your neck down to see it. Sitting in the same position for a long period of time also strains your back. Get up from your desk and walk around several times a day.


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Dating And Meet-up Zone / Best Dating App Africa by beautyandbeast: 3:12am On Jun 13, 2018
I had a great time online dating in Africa during my years as an expatriate living in Mauritius and South Africa. Thanks to significant investment across the continent in information technology and fiber optic bandwidth, the slow and expensive internet connections of the past are slowly but surely becoming history. Today, more people than ever are giving online dating a try in countries such as Nigeria, Ghana, Tanzania, Mauritius, Mozambique, Uganda, Botswana, Ethiopia, Namibia, Angola, and many others.

As is the case with most African countries, the majority of people meet their romantic partners via the traditional methods of friends of the family, mutual friends, organizations, work, or school, etc; however, like in Kenya and South Africa, the dating landscape as a whole is changing in Africa. With each passing day, online dating is becoming more common.

Should you decide to sign up for the online dating sites I recommend below, be sure to read member profiles carefully as you might come across a lot of fake profiles. Usually, I can spot these profiles easily. A woman who has only one picture posted, is wearing a tight bikini and making an overly suggestive pose are usually clear signals to steer clear.


1 https://Afrointroductions.com
2 https://Badoo.com
3 https://social.loozap.com
4 https://eskimi.com
Romance / Re: What African Men Want by beautyandbeast: 2:38am On May 07, 2018
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Romance / Do NOT Marry Someone Until You Can Honestly Answer These 20 Questions by beautyandbeast: 6:33am On May 06, 2018
Whatever your situation, a check-in is never a bad thing. Read on for 20 tough questions to ask about your relationship before moving forward.

1. Is for better or worse making me better or worse?
Does your partner encourage you to be your best self, or does he or she get intimidated by any triumphs and feel more secure when you’re not putting your best foot forward?

2. Do we really accept one another?
There will always be things you want to change about the people in your life, but no one should be in a situation where they feel they aren’t allowed to be authentic and accepted as the unique, special (yet flawed) person they are.

3. Who am I?
How can you know if your partner is a good match if you have no idea who you are?

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Romance / 44 Female Body Language Signs She Likes You by beautyandbeast: 6:02am On May 06, 2018
1. SHE’S GOING TO PLAY WITH HER HAIR OR TOUCH HER NECK
According to experts, when a girl intentionally does these things when conversing with you, she’s just trying to show you she is into you chemically speaking. If she consistently does this stuff, you are good to go in the “like” department.

2. SHE HAS NO ISSUES LOOKING AT YOU SEXUALLY
You know the gaze. When a woman raises her eyebrows with a smile, she’s showing you pleasure. Translation…she likes you.

Often when a woman likes a man, she will unconsciously raise her eyebrows and might even lower her eyelids sort of shyly.

She could lick her lips, catch your gaze or perhaps blink her eyes. Just be wary of them all.

Also, keep in mind if the girl is shy, she might be very subtle with any of these body language signs, so you’ll have to pay close attention.

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Dating And Meet-up Zone / Re: 2024!! Marriages For Working Class: Drop Your Contact And Get Your Spouse Now. by beautyandbeast: 4:55am On May 06, 2018
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Romance / What African Men Want by beautyandbeast: 3:09am On Apr 28, 2018
A quick internet search of what men want from women reveals a combination of ideas, opinions and wishes from men of all races – except of course African men.


What African Men Want
Maybe it’s because no one ever bothered to ask them. Or maybe it’s because they have been lumped in with all other black men by those assuming that no cultural differences exist between them. Or maybe it’s because African men are generally known to shy away from openly discussing their emotional needs. It is somehow also assumed that African women know what African men want in a relationship. And, maybe we do. But, times have changed, things have changed, and so have our expectations of each other when it comes to relationships. Those who care to admit it will make known the fact that dating African men can be quite complex for women who do not know their way around the complications of these gentle – yet firm, protective – yet defensive, peace loving – yet forceful souls. Dating them, of course, has its myths, half-truths and truths, but once women are able to wrap their minds and emotions around the many unspoken rules that come with dating African men, the two can live together in perfect unity.

To set African men apart from all other black men, and to clear the air of any confusion, Afrikan Goddess (AG) did some asking around – from African men! Many of our interviewees are educated professionals still in search of the right African woman. A few are in fulfilling relationships, and others are married and content. AG simply wanted to know this: “What’s the most important trait African men look for in the women they date – especially African women.” Here are those that made the top five:

Humility/Loyalty/Intellect: No doubt. Humility is an essential character trait to many African men. AG was sure submission would make the list, but had not the slightest clue it would make it to the top of the list. So, women, if you are looking to snag a good African man, no matter what the 21st century is telling you, these men are still seeking that humble streak in a woman – regardless of race! Though, a few did admit that they tend to expect humility and submission more from African women, than from women of other races or ethnicity.

This is a part of our culture that, according to Alfred Ennin – one of the men AG spoke with – will probably never change. “It has kept the peace in many homes and provides a sound family structure. The bible even says that the man is the head of his household, no matter what women are saying today. This has and will always be the case. Every man wants a woman who respects him”

A message that resonated across the board among several of our interviewees was that men are not afraid to hear a woman’s opinion, and some even admitted that they respect a woman’s intelligence – a lot – and are attracted to a woman who can hold her own in a conversation. What they are concerned with, is a woman who is brash and overstated. “She does not know when to quit and let sleeping dogs lie,” said Alfred. “I cannot stand a woman who thinks she has to have a say in everything – she knows everything and she has to say it even if the atmosphere is not conducive.”

Loyalty was another one that topped the list that didn’t quite stand out on its own. Apparently, the saying “stand by your man,” was not just sung in the 50’s and 60’s. It is expected in the year 2009 as well. Many men said they want, and need to know, that their woman will be there for them, to support them and care for them no matter the circumstances: whether rich or poor, educated or not, faithful or not…

Housekeeping Skills: As society changes, so do the dynamics in many relationships – out with the old way of doing things and in with the new – but not when it comes to who’s responsible for keeping the home. Many African men still believe this is the primary responsibility of the woman in the house. They do understand the fact that women today are increasingly working outside the home, but yet, many said they still want to come home to a home-cooked meal, a clean home, and a loving and caring woman. Many said the right woman, for them, is one who cooks and cleans, but yet, is modern in her way of thinking and the way she runs things.

While many interviewed said they have no problem helping with household chores – many stated they already do – the objection repeated across the board was that they don’t want to be told to do it, or that it’s their responsibility to help out. “I help out because I love my wife,” one interviewee told us, “but if she were to come to me and say we are splitting the house chores 50-50, now that … that I have a problem with. It is not our culture no matter what modern society might be telling our women.”

Several others said they find a woman most attractive if she keeps her surroundings, (and her person) clean. “The dating stage is where we study the woman we’re with. And if she’s not cleaning her own place, what makes you think she will be cleaning your place when the two of you get married?” Brian Jomo said.

Bedroom Skills: Sex did not make the top of the list much. This indicates that sex is not the first thing that comes to mind when African men set out in their quest to find a life partner. Many reflected the fact that it is simply ‘icing on the cake,’ if a woman has good moral qualities as well as is adventurous in bed. Standing alone, sex neither seals the deal, nor is it a deal-breaker for many. Character and moral behavior apparently will get you in the door and keep you there; your bedroom skills will be an added advantage.
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According to Chukwudi, “If you thought the saying ‘lady in the streets and a freak in the bed’ was an American saying, you might want to think again.” While African men are exceedingly patient with their women when it comes to sex – because they understand that their sexual attitude is a direct result of the same culture and upbringing responsible for the way African men think and behave – many say they expect a woman to learn quickly.

“Life can be really dull when you find yourself with a woman unwilling to experiment different things in the bedroom,” insists Chukwudi who says his experiences with dating Nigerian women (and one or two other African nationalities) has been nothing but frustrating where their sex life was concerned.

Many of the men said a woman’s lack of sexual experience, or unwillingness to be flexible, is never enough cause, however, to end a relationship as long as the woman possesses those other key qualities. Though some did also admit that such unwillingness was enough to put a damper on the relationship, and may sometimes cause the man to seek thrills elsewhere. African men are looking for the whole package just as African women are also looking for the whole package, but sometimes compromises must be made.

Personal Hygiene: One thing many of our interviewees agreed on was that nothing turns a man off more than a woman who neglects her personal hygiene or her appearance. Unkempt hair, dull clothing, and neglected personal hygiene are just a few of the things mentioned that will leave an African man turning on his heels faster than an antelope.
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Many said they appreciate a woman with a good fashion sense, but who is not materialistic in her approach to what she wears and how she looks. A few of the men said they cared less about makeup and other accessories that make African women look dolled up. Instead they appreciate a woman in her natural splendor and beauty. The sentiment “look good for your man, in and out of the house,” resonated with many.

Hardworking/Self-Sufficient: Nothing seems to turn men off quicker than a lazy woman who always seems to want something from them. She is whiny and needy and wants the finer things in life, but will not work for it. It may have been cute back in the days when men needed to feel that a woman’s happiness and success depended on them filling those emotional voids.

Today, that’s a lot of pressure to put on any one human-being. In simple terms, just like men everywhere, African men want to spend their lives with a woman who is self-sufficient in life.

“I need to know that when I’m not around someday, that my wife will be able to stand on her own two feet and take care of herself and our three children. But, you know I’m not worried because she is a true African woman who has not forgotten where she comes from. My wife is self-sufficient and hardworking and I love that about her,” says Kenneth Andoh, another one of the interviewees.

The men have spoken, but are we ready to put aside out 21st century liberated minds long enough to listen? That remains to be seen. But, don’t worry ladies for there are still a few out there who stated that none of the above really matters to them, as long as the two of you have an understanding, fun, and relative chemistry. The caveat on that is that you probably won’t make it down the aisle without these five qualities!


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Romance / Is The Woman In Her 30s Too Ambitious To Settle? by beautyandbeast: 2:58am On Apr 28, 2018
Have you noticed that there are so many women in their 30s nowadays that are still very single? By very single I mean, they are not married, wouldn’t be bothered to start looking for a man right now, have never been married and have no children whatsoever – and no prospects of that



Is the woman in her 30s too ambitious to settle?

Yes, that is the situation in town and especially in Nairobi where you will find the upwardly mobile career woman who has it all career-wise and feels nothing for relationships.

I overheard a debate one day that quite intrigued me. A bunch of both women and men (probably in their 30s) were arguing that back in their day they were taught to be disciplined and passionate about work, being successful in school and that work had to come first.

The argument continued…Men in their 30s cannot successfully date their age mates as most women who fall in this age bracket are very career focused or focus on just making it in life hence are very much equal to their men making it difficult to create a strong relationship bond.(You know men and their ego and about who wears the pants in the relationship).

They proceeded to say that the ladies born in the 80s are not so hardworking and that their priorities are all over the place and therefore have time for relationships.

That she (the 80s girl) was not pushed as much to be overly successful or ambitious, that she was more babied -to be precise.

The men therefore then opt for much younger girls in their early 20s who may not be interested in getting married in the short term. This makes most single women in their 30s stuck with flings, or dating younger men… with zero marriage prospects.

…Need I say that I completely disagree with all that! Which brings me to my argument on this issue.

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See, I was born in the mid 80s and I have a fair share of friends whom I went to school with and are now pilots, aeronautical engineers (my former desk mate), advocates and doctors and I even know of two who are currently pursuing their PhD -talk about focus.

So I didn’t quite understand their argument. If its ambition, then everyone (born in whichever decade) has it! In my books their argument wasn’t really valid.

So many of my friends have flourishing careers, can afford the finer things in life and can still find time to maintain healthy relationships.

Does this mean that since girls born in the 80s work hard and still make time to play are more at ease with life? And are eating life with a big spoon?

A certain 30-something woman successful in her career says “We’ve become too westernized and aren’t willing to settle. We’re too independent, demanding and self-centered to sustain relationships. Our generation is torn between being traditional in a very forward thinking setting.”

But then I know of 30-something women who would beg to differ. I’m talking about those who are seriously still looking for husbands. Some even forced to become cougars. Hmmm… so who wins in this battle of the decades?

Feel free to share your sentiments.



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