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We have celebrated a number of Nigerians in time past and we intend to continue this tradition.


Today, we take a look at Ola Okelola, a young Nigerian who has been outstanding in his little own way.


Ola Okelola works for Facebook as an Engineer and surprisingly he was born in Nigeria.

Olaoluwa Okelola is working as an engineer for social media giant Facebook.


Nigeria is blessed with creative and brilliant minds.


The story of Olaoluwa Okelola shows how a young but talented man can achieve success by being outstanding in his own way.


Nigerian born Okelola is currently living in San Francisco, the USA, and working as a software engineer for social media giant Facebook.


But Olaoluwa’s success is not just pure luck but the result of good education and hard work.


From September 1996 till December 2000, he attended the International School in Ibadan, the Oyo state capital. 


This school is a co-educational institution established by the University of Ibadan in 1963. It was the first of its kind in Nigeria and was founded to provide an environment where children both from within and outside Nigeria could live and learn together thereby fostering racial integration, international friendship and unity.


Later, Olaoluwa went to Avi-Cenna International School in Lagos and finished his secondary education in 2002.


He continued his education at Howard University, Washington DC, where he studied systems and computer science.


In January 2005, Ola joined Microsoft as explorer intern, but left it in August the same year for Google where he worked as an engineering intern.


In 2007, he joined Facebook and he has been working there up till date.


Facebook founder, Mark Zuckerberg, and Okelola seem to be enjoying a great working relationship.


Zuckerberg, who is currently the 6th richest man in the world, has recently shared a picture from a prank played on him by his employee.

Where great men resides a Nigerian is involved, this shows that Nigerians are also great with brilliant ideas


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I am writing this post with a lot of caution alongside trepidation. I have never subscribed to ethnic chauvinism and I actually detest being labelled as another tribal bigot. I like to keep my hard-earned reputation flying up high as I would not want to disappoint my good friends close by and even my best friends in the diaspora.

MY COUNTRY, NIGERIA
Nigeria is the most populous black nation in the world and it is located in the western part of African Continent.
This country was a scattered entity before the arrival of its colonial masters. This colonial masters amalgamated it for their own reasons and later came up with a name for, NIGERIA. Thus, what can I do but pronounce her. My country, NIGERIA.

Additionally, Nigeria is a country that shares boundary with four sub-region countries: Cameroon, Chad, Niger and Benin Republic. Part of its distinguishing factors are also that it has more than 450 ethnical languages and has 3 major ethic groups, three major subregional languages recognised spoken by the 3 major ethnic groups: Yoruba, Hausa, Ibo languages. Historically, the independence of this country was in 1960 from its colonial masters and eventually became republic in 1963. My country, NIGERIA.

The GIANT OF AFRICA is my country as it has been blessed with intellectual and intelligent individuals, who have tried and use their intellectualism to move this country forward to where it is in currency past where the sub-regions are and for the betterment of Africa by extension. My country, NIGERIA.

A country that almighty GOD has garnished and blessed with a lot of natural resources which makes it to stand out in Africa. Some people believe that with this, we can survive and be fine without any problem. There is a lot of talent in my country which make the Europeans to visit my country to pick one or two talented individual abroad. My country, NIGERIA.

A country that GOD has made to have the glory of Africa and also made to project the glory of Africa to the world with black individual who are intelligent, talent, intellectual and also bless with mighty words to show the whole world that the glory of this world is here in Africa. As a matter of fact every continent in the world have the people of my country but the question is "are they representing us well in these countries?". My country, NIGERIA.

A country that believe in its own ideology and implement what it think it is right in other to suit some individual and not the whole people in the country. Some people believe that the motto of the country is "great nation, Good people" but to some of us we don't believe that. My country, NIGERIA.

A country with largest economy in Africa but doesn't have any effect on its citizen. My country, NIGERIA.

A country that stealing is not corruption but the leaders are corrupt even the so call clergy are also part of corruption. Buying of private jet among them have become something very important whereas their church members cannot afford a bicycle. My country, NIGERIA

A country where the ex presidents are above the law even if they are find guilty of some misconduct in their administration. These people are so sure of them selves that after ruling they will like to put their family or children in the house of honour of the country or even come back to rule. MY COUNTRY, NIGERIA.

A country that focus on the lucrative sector of the economy and jeopardize the rest sector not because they are not useful but because they are not getting the juice of honour from there. My country, NIGERIA.

A country where politicans will steal billion of billions and walk freely boasting of it whilst ordinary citizen who steal a blackberry phone will receive the wrath of justices and yet we believe in rule of law. My country, NIGERIA.

A country where the leaders can't receive medical treatment in their own country instead fly abroad or a neighborhood country and spend our money there with their family and we will still be praying for their recovery. They even send their children abroad to school and work here where we that school here have not secured work yet. My country, NIGERIA.

A country that doesn't believe in youth instead believe and trust the old ones and rule over the youth. The executive arm didn't have any youth and we have youth that are graduates, competed, and reason fast than the old ones we have in the country. But because they are old and are loosing it, we move on the same spot. After everything, these people will still say to us "you are the leaders of tomorrow". My country, NIGERIA.

A country where no body is capable to be the minister of petroleum except the MR PRESIDENT himself and doesn't av time for the job instead the minister of state for petroleum will be doing his work. A complementary body acting like the main body. My country, NIGERIA.

A country that one cannot rule or become a leader except one has rule in a state before or you work for a politician to win an office, then you are eligible to rule and are right in every other sense. My country, NIGERIA.

A country where killing of the citizen by the mighty citizen is a joy to the leaders.Instead of helping these people by funding the security, they will siphon these resources or turn them into what they store in building for who knows who.
My country, NIGERIA.

A country where darkness is our usual light. Not that we don't have electricity but the power holding firm give us light for 28 hours in a week in some parts and we pay exorbitant bills. For this and our government continue giving us faith and hope. My country, NIGERIA.

A country where the rich want more wealth at the expense of the masses -capitalists. The rich continue to be rich and become famous in whole world and in Africa about their wealth while the poor remain poor become more poor. My country, NIGERIA.

A country that doesn't believe in new idea instead, continue ruling with old and archaic method and we all want a "change". My country, NIGERIA.

A country where we use evil to treat little goodness left because we believe in evil (yahoo to cure cultism). My country, NIGERIA.

A country where we vote for better change and we are experiencing critical CHANGE. A country where the people see politics as do or die affair. A country with many fake pastors and alfas. Is this a country were GOD will stay. My country, NIGERIA.

The country I love most with all my heart but it is quiet unfortunate that I am not happy with the current situations in my country. MY COUNTRY, NIGERIA.

A country that its major challenges is the problem of leadership. My country, NIGERIA.

Written and composed by ADEMOLA RIDWAN ABIODUN, a 300L student of EDUCATION AND ECONOMICS,
FACULTY OF EDUCATION,
OAU.

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What do you say to a girl to win her heart? Of course there’s no “magic formula” that’s going to work in every circumstance. There are, however, some principles that underly creating and sustaining attraction with women or Are you struggling everyday with watching the love of your life being flattered by other potential lovers,knowing that you yourself are the only one who loves her truly? Jealousy, hatred, and a feeling of loss might all come to life during this time. But what you really need to do is win that person's heart. 


Women love men with confidence, positivity, an aura of self-esteem, and who are driven by feelings and emotions. To warrant the attention of the woman of your dreams and to win her heart, it is imperative that you be yourself. Below are some few stratgies to use, feel free to read;


1. Be honest or Let me say be sincere with her

Women like genuine guys who are not afraid to embrace their strengths and weaknesses. Be honest, humble, and unpretentious, and you will win her heart in no time. 


It's okay to disagree with her, as long as you don't threaten her, you respect her opinion, and you offer good reasons about why you believe differently. Who knows? She might even respect you more for speaking your mind, because it shows how much of an individual you are.


2. You need to be brave because most girls like people with confidence, not an ego. Just walk up to her and start a simple conversation. She'll get the hint that you are interested in her. Start with a simple conversation starter: like;

"That's a really nice dress. Where is it from?"

"I'm sorry, I'm new here. Can you tell me where the library is?"

"Hi, my name is [your name]. You look like you're interesting to talk to. Do you mind if I steal a couple minutes of your time?". Things like that can help alot.


3. Being around girls this is not the same thing as flirting with other girls, which is probably not a good move. Being around other girls tells the girl that you're really interested in that other girls find you safe, reliable, and easy to be around. If you get other girls to indirectly vouch for you like this, you've made a big step.


Make friends with her friends if it's not too big of a step. We know that it can be overwhelming, but just try, but becareful. If her friends like you, you'll have a better chance of winning her over. After all, girls often turn to their friends for advice and for a second opinion. Make sure they have a high opinion of you.


4. You need to be Funny

Be playful and tease her a little, but don't ever admit that you are actually trying to win her heart! Women like men with a sense of humor, so start sharpening those skills right away! 

And don't take advantage of this. Let her be your best friend first, then ease into things. A girl needs to know that she can trust you, and that you're not going to break her heart because you really do care about her. Girls love to laugh and will laugh at anything you say, even if its not funny.


5. Be Creative

Creativity is one thing girls like but dont blow your account to impress her. You just have to think outside the box


6. Be attentive or Be a good listener

 Nothing is more annoying than knowing that someone who says that they care about what you feel does not even really listen to what you have to say. Be attentive, listen to her, and value her point of view to win her heart effortlessly. You need to ask open-ended questions such as "When", " What", "Why", and " How".

Dont do most of the talking, shoe that you care with the body language and by repeating some of what she has told you.


7. Be protective

Dont allow her to walk alone to her car, Dont allow her to go on shopping alone, Dont allow her to go to the reataurant alone, Dont let her do things alone, just remember. Always be with her when she needs you


8. Be Romantic

What do you want your love story to be? you need to plan ahead. Like, when you are asked where your first kiss was?, you should know what to say, if she doesn't know what to say.


9. Be Complementary

You need to be the first to compliment her; in whatever she wears, in any activities she pertake in. You need to tell her how great she is, how lovely she looks, how beautiful when she smiles.


10. And finally Be yourself

There wont be much longevity if she's fallen for a false persona, and why would you want that anyway?

You need to be yourself, you need to be whom you are, let her know your intentions

http://www.teevibeblog.com.ng/2017/08/how-can-i-win-heart-of-girl-am-having.html

Messi overcame a missed penalty to bag a second-half brace and power Barcelona past Alaves 2-0 on Saturday afternoon at Mendizorrotza in Vitoria. Messi's one weakness was also exposed as he failed to find the net from the penalty spot seven minutes before half-time. However, he settled the visitors' nerves by drilling home with the aid of a deflection just after the break. in the end the Argentine proved pivotal and came through with goals in the 55th and 66th minutes.

Barcelona boss Ernesto Valverde tweaked his line-up so that Sergi Roberto was at the right-back spot while Aleix Vidal was pushed further upfield.
Lionel Messi scored his 350th goal in La Liga after beating Dani Pacheco to open the scoring for Barcelona against Alaves on Saturday.
The Argentina captain had the opportunity to reach the landmark in the first half at Mendizorroza from the penalty spot, but saw a weak effort stopped by Pacheco.
But the goalkeeper was powerless to stop him making amends just before the hour mark with a powerful finish to put Barcelona 1-0 ahead.


Yet all it takes is just one moment for Messi to make an opponent pay, and that's what happened shortly before the hour mark when the Alaves defence switched off and allowed Messi to get free in the area. Deulofeu found La Pulga, who turned and fired a shot that defected off of Alexis and in past Pacheco for a 1-0 lead to the visitors.

With the goal, the pitch opened up for Barcelona and Alaves' opposition started to wane. Minutes after Jordi Alba spoiled a chance to double the lead, Messi was on-target, as Alexis' poorly attempted clearance was cut off by substitute Paco Alcacer, who quickly found Messi and it was 2-0 before Pacheco could react.

Playing a more relaxed brand of football and with room to work, Barcelona nearly found a third, again through Messi, but his shot banged off the crossbar.

The Argentine could even have had a hat-trick but his next effort clipped the bar and his performance would have dserved it. But after a turbulent few weeks for Barca, things are looking up two wins to start their La Liga campaign and Dembele and Suarez to return.

Messi is known as the highest scorer in the history of the Spanish top flight, Messi thus extends by one his advantage over Real Madrid star Cristiano Ronaldo.
The Portuguese hitman has netted 285 times in just 265 Liga games, compared to Messi's 351 in 384.
Ronaldo, however, will have to wait for his next chance to add to his tally as he serves the last three games of his five-match domestic ban for pushing a referee.

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The Nigerian economy of that yesterday and today have shown so much difference. We were all blinded by lots of things back then, this is not actually the first time Nigeria is facing a problem like this, the first time this happened is in the 80’s which lasted for almost two (2) decades, surprising right, we were able to come out of that one, then this should not be a problem for us.


After the successful winning of the current presidential election by the APC, Nigerians hoped for a better future and also change like we say frequently to the economy. We were once called the giant of Africa as at them, but now am not sure we are a state to stay in that position anymore.


Nigeria’s lack social cohesion has led to arrangement that breeds corruption, insecurities which is caused by BokoHaram and also policies that does not have positive effects on the growth of the economy.

The economy of yesterday which was back then, has lots of positive growths which was able to have taken us this far today, am not a critic of this present regime but there are some policies that need to take place for the change of this economy, to come out of this recession we need a strong government. 


As of then the North was the centre of agricultural production, the South has industries of manufacturing and also a high work rate. The Jonathan’s administration has contributed to some of this, but however, they made some footprints when it came to economic reforms.


At present today we are barely out of recession, the oil prices are not even worth to talk about, inflation on all goods/items in the market. We as citizens find it hard to purchase things we need, many people are currently living in poverty and this has even made things worse as some of the youth are now going into different social vices.

The truth must actually be told to us all, many companies have laid off workers, because they cannot afford to pay them salaries. Now lets take a look at this, how will they cope or survive. Earlier this year, lots of banks close their branches, many lost their jobs as a result of all this.


Depending on one sector alone, bring about lots of setbacks to the economy. Nigeria has made it known for themselves, that without oil, it is difficult for them to have a stable economy. Statistics have shown that the average Nigeria does not even have enough to feed his family, “Now this question goes to us now” Are we going to remain in recession forever or should we diversify into other sectors of the economy ?


Before this recession, there were problems with this nation in terms o the economy aspect, many of us claim that we are living well, some say the nation was a better place. Now lets see how true is this. At then, the only thing we focus on was the crude oil, before all these took place our corrupt leaders were looting lots of money from this sector. 


Oil prices were okay by then, some were spending well and living lavishly, banks do not lay down any workers, things were going smooth for many people, but take a look at this, as it not to come to our notice, that the actions of yesterday in the economy is actually what is affecting us presently now. 


Imagine then we stick to advice and warnings, we were able to diversify, and make good use of other sectors, leaders were brought out for their crime, what would be of this country today? If we were to compare, lots of people will say back then things were better, I totally agree, but the actions of yesterday are what is now speaking for us today, the way our leaders made the bed we are now lying and suffering from it. I drop my pen down at this point, what is your take on this? 

http://www.teevibeblog.com.ng/2017/08/the-nigerian-economy-of-yesterday-and.html

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