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” Oh! Sorry, I have to go.” Some of us are familiar with this line. You will just stay there and be startled. You wonder what you had said wrong, what line you missed after the long days and deep research and insights just because you plan to woo and sweep her off her feet. She never wanted to leave; it was because your dental colouration scared her. The same thing applies to those business tycoons at the brink of signing multi-million deals and at the last moment, tables turned against you and it was snatched away from you because that man at the top of proceedings have had enough of you. The so-called ‘white’ blades in your oral cavity are no longer white like you claimed.

The human teeth are hard and acts in antagonism with any substance that will tarnish it. As humans, we are all guilty when it comes to the way we treat our teeth. The good news is, there are natural supplements out there that are capable of rejuvenating the colour of our teeth. In other vein, there are electric toothbrushes and white-light forms of technology that can equally do the same trick. Yes, you can afford it. It is easier and faster in achieving white teeth within a short period. Natural supplements are without health consequences and will rather provide long-term boon.

Some of these natural products are;

Baking soda – The use of baking soda dates back to centuries ago in ancient Egypt when the Pharaohs called their bakers to make use of the leftover of their baking soda in cleaning their dentition so as to look presentable when talking to their rival monarchs. The use of baking soda mixed with salt can help in whitening teeth.


Coconut oil pulling – Wash your hands properly. Put a considerable amount of coconut oil on the hands and take into the mouth, use the fingers to ensure entry into teeth and rub vigorously.


Apple – Regular consumption of apple can help to whiten teeth and also in the form of apple Cider vinegar.


Lemon juice – Cut lemon and extract the juice by measuring a teaspoon and mixing with equal volume of water. Take a toothbrush and brush the teeth thoroughly before going to bed.


Strawberry – The juice of strawberry has been evident in past researches to help whiten the teeth.

The procedures are quite stressful and one might lose the discipline to continue after a week but is it not better to save yourself from embarrassment when you smile and your listener is forced to leave? Only time will tell if you took the path to restoring your teeth to their natural colours and making people smile when you smile with those bright teeth.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/white-teeth-bright-smile/

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seun, lalasticala, dominique

the thread isn't for a list of addition vices but how to overcome them

Nnfe:
Wah abt p.orn/masturbati.on.. Ur list ain't complete without them

Addiction is a common problem in the society today. Although people of all ages struggle with the problem of addiction, it is prevalent amongst the youths. The menace of addiction is usually seen as an individual problem; however it could pose a societal threat. For instance, a lot of recorded cases of behavioral inconsistency in the society have been linked to different forms of addiction; narcotics, alcohol etc.

One is considered an addict when he or she is in a state of enslavement to a habit or practice or to something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming to such an extent that its cessation causes severe trauma. Many people struggle with this problem of addiction without even realizing it. This is worse because it easier to solve a problem when it is identified.

It is not exactly easy to reach out to help someone with an addiction problem. Often times, close friends and family give cold treatment to the person and hope that the person would realize through epiphany or some sort of encounter. However, the problem of addiction is a lot more difficult to attend to, considering the fact that a lot of addicts live in denial.

In helping someone with an addiction problem, here are some steps to take:

Make a flexible approach

It is more effective to approach the person you intend to help in a subtle way. Do not be aggressive. Your approach should be non-confrontational and persuasive. Accept that it will be a difficult situation and expect the person to be defensive and hostile. The idea is to keep your cool. Don’t sound accusing. Avoid blames and angry confrontations. They need to be able to focus on what is being said, not how it is being said.

Express Concern

Begin by expressing your deep concern. State your commitment to help and support them in taking positive actions. Move towards helping the person come out of denial. Help the person see the menace caused by excessive drinking or drug misuse and be specific about their behaviour. Do not make moral judgments or articulate your opinions in an abusive or insulting manner. Instead of saying “you drink too much”, say: “last night you were slurring your speech and shouting, you drove your car off the road, it was really frightening”. “I was scared that something really bad would happen.’’ This would help create an expressive atmosphere, giving you the opportunity to help and not judge.

Help him/her understand that addiction is an Illness

Explain that an addiction problem is an illness, not a moral weakness or lack of willpower. Tell the person you intend to help that he or she is a decent individual with a very destructive illness, one which leads to a progressive decline and a potentially fatal outcome. Help them to recognize that the only way to deal with this illness is through abstinence. To achieve this help will be needed and you can support them.

Use leverage where possible

The more leverage you have the better. It helps insetting healthy boundaries. Do not confuse this with ‘threats’; you must intend to carry out anything you say. If you are an employer it may be necessary to offer a choice of treatment or risk one’s career. You are not forcing the person to get help, you are offering a choice. A magistrate may decide that the person can have a choice between treatment and jail. Speak with deep concern but firmness.

Offer Help

Too often help and treatment are not offered because the outcome is seen to be hopeless. But 50% of people addicted to drugs and alcohol can and do recover. For this reason, it is recommended that you make good attempt to help those struggling with addiction problems around you. Consider it your contribution to humanity; helping someone out of addiction problem helps them become better people. The society would benefit from more people living better lives. Introduce anyone you intend to help to engagements that would help them cure the problem. You can introduce them to life-forming activities, perhaps a book or a movie. Follow-up on the progress of the person and a good way to this is to become the person’s friend. Engage him or her in dialectics and discussions, build trust and understanding.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/5-tips-effectively-deal-addiction/

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seun, lalasticala, mynd44, fynestboi

Addiction is a common problem in the society today. Although people of all ages struggle with the problem of addiction, it is prevalent amongst the youths. The menace of addiction is usually seen as an individual problem; however it could pose a societal threat. For instance, a lot of recorded cases of behavioral inconsistency in the society have been linked to different forms of addiction; narcotics, alcohol etc.

One is considered an addict when he or she is in a state of enslavement to a habit or practice or to something that is psychologically or physically habit-forming to such an extent that its cessation causes severe trauma. Many people struggle with this problem of addiction without even realizing it. This is worse because it easier to solve a problem when it is identified.

It is not exactly easy to reach out to help someone with an addiction problem. Often times, close friends and family give cold treatment to the person and hope that the person would realize through epiphany or some sort of encounter. However, the problem of addiction is a lot more difficult to attend to, considering the fact that a lot of addicts live in denial.

In helping someone with an addiction problem, here are some steps to take:

Make a flexible approach

It is more effective to approach the person you intend to help in a subtle way. Do not be aggressive. Your approach should be non-confrontational and persuasive. Accept that it will be a difficult situation and expect the person to be defensive and hostile. The idea is to keep your cool. Don’t sound accusing. Avoid blames and angry confrontations. They need to be able to focus on what is being said, not how it is being said.

Express Concern

Begin by expressing your deep concern. State your commitment to help and support them in taking positive actions. Move towards helping the person come out of denial. Help the person see the menace caused by excessive drinking or drug misuse and be specific about their behaviour. Do not make moral judgments or articulate your opinions in an abusive or insulting manner. Instead of saying “you drink too much”, say: “last night you were slurring your speech and shouting, you drove your car off the road, it was really frightening”. “I was scared that something really bad would happen.’’ This would help create an expressive atmosphere, giving you the opportunity to help and not judge.

Help him/her understand that addiction is an Illness

Explain that an addiction problem is an illness, not a moral weakness or lack of willpower. Tell the person you intend to help that he or she is a decent individual with a very destructive illness, one which leads to a progressive decline and a potentially fatal outcome. Help them to recognize that the only way to deal with this illness is through abstinence. To achieve this help will be needed and you can support them.

Use leverage where possible

The more leverage you have the better. It helps insetting healthy boundaries. Do not confuse this with ‘threats’; you must intend to carry out anything you say. If you are an employer it may be necessary to offer a choice of treatment or risk one’s career. You are not forcing the person to get help, you are offering a choice. A magistrate may decide that the person can have a choice between treatment and jail. Speak with deep concern but firmness.

Offer Help

Too often help and treatment are not offered because the outcome is seen to be hopeless. But 50% of people addicted to drugs and alcohol can and do recover. For this reason, it is recommended that you make good attempt to help those struggling with addiction problems around you. Consider it your contribution to humanity; helping someone out of addiction problem helps them become better people. The society would benefit from more people living better lives. Introduce anyone you intend to help to engagements that would help them cure the problem. You can introduce them to life-forming activities, perhaps a book or a movie. Follow-up on the progress of the person and a good way to this is to become the person’s friend. Engage him or her in dialectics and discussions, build trust and understanding.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/5-tips-effectively-deal-addiction/

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seun, lalasticala, mynd44, fynestboi

It is not every day you meet a sound god. Meet Benie Macaulay, music producer and sound engineer who has his eyes set on being one of the foremost artistes in Nigeria with a listening audience that cuts across the world. Read below his interview first published in Tus.h Magazine.

How did you start music production?

I got into music myself, went online, just studied and practiced. Basically anything you want to be now, you can learn from YouTube. I just wanted to make something out of myself. I used to be a rapper then, back in 2010 with some guys in Benin, but that didn’t quite work out, because though they had vision, they just couldn’t execute their plans so when the music thing didn’t happen, I had to look for the next best thing to get myself out there the way I wanted to. So the plan was since I needed money to push my music, I would go into production and then make money and get the respect and the connections from production to push my music. I came to Lagos in 2012 and when I started, I was really into it, trying to make sure I was where I wanted to be within the shortest possible time. So in 2013, I did the first song that got me some attention, it was “8 figures” by Rugged Man ft Reminisce and since then it has been one step after the other and I am still growing.

You mentioned earlier that you are also a DJ.

That is still in the works for now; I am not totally a DJ. I am just a DJ when I want to perform my music or when I travel with Uncle Jimmy Jatt. He is my mentor and I work in his studio, I have known him for two years now. I mixed and mastered all his songs in recent times.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/dj-jimmy-jatt-mentor-benie-macaulay/


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biodun salako

more of her works

Biodun Salako is a 25 year old self-taught surrealist and abstract artist. Starting her craft by painting walls with shoe polish, Biodun’s earliest memory of an actual drawing was a long haired princess she drew when she was in primary two. She went on to study Fashion design and development in the University of Arts, London. Developing her art over the years, using acrylic, charcoal, pastel and water color to create stunning pieces of art that center around self, gender and the personal struggles of the 21st century youth. Social media has played a very strong role for Biodun in sharing her art. First sharing them on hi5, she went on to share them on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Tumblr, garnering a fan base across these platforms.

In 2016, Biodun was chosen among several other bright young artists from across Africa to exhibit at Art X Lagos, West Africa’s first and biggest international Art Fair. The series she exhibited, called ‘The Journey’ depicted her life in line, colours and forms – from inception to finally accepting herself. This being her first exhibition, she was nervous about how people would respond to her work, describing her style as ‘weird and different’. But she needn’t have worried, as she got a great reception which she said made her feel welcome. She received a lot of great feedback from people on the pieces she exhibited, the most memorable being from a lady who waited for over an hour to meet her and let her know how much they resonated with her and comforted her. That one moment cemented Biodun’s resolution to keep making art until her last days, even if she never makes any money from it. Another highlight from the exhibition was meeting her idol, Sir Bruce Onobrakpeya, an elderly Nigerian artist, and standing beside him as he admired her work. See some of her works below:

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/meet-biodun-salako-nigerian-artist/

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Picture this: You are a 300 level student and your faculty has made it mandatory that students in your department do an internship for a couple of months before moving to the next level. And guess what? This internship is a 6 unit course and you must write a report about it when you are done with the internship. So, you start your job search, you are really hyped. Soon you find out that looking for a job in Nigeria is not “beans”.

All the big companies you went to did not take you, so you are pretty much confused on how next to proceed. Then one day, while lying on your bed, scrolling through your phone, you see an advert that says a company needs an intern. You are hyped once again, because it is in your field. You send your CV and you are called in for an interview, the next morning, you arrive at the office. It is not what you expected exactly but “Mi o le wa ku”. You get in, slay the interview which is not really an interview because “their father!”

You are asked to resume work the next day and you are like “so fast?” But you are really hyped. It is an internship without pay but at least you would not fail a 6 unit course. The next day you show up looking really sharp “white shirt, black tie”. You sit all day from morning to about twelve pm, then one babe comes to you and says, “Please help me wash this plate and go down the road to buy me Jollof rice, plantain, egg and two meats and one ponmo.” You are baffled because of course “I came to work, not wash plates”, as you are about to step out, another person says, “please I am feeling sleepy, when you are coming back help me enter that corner to buy two buttermint sweet and two chewing gum”. And the cycle continues like this every other day, in the end, you have learnt nothing but how to price Iya Bisi’s rice.

I am sure most people are familiar with this scenario. In Nigeria, we have abused the word “internship” and it has come to mean errand boy or errand girl. Value for time is now something that is a scarce commodity. One would wonder if the recession has affected it too. Companies need to realize that the fact that we are young and willing to work for free does not mean we want to be turned into slaves. We want to gain experience on the job, we want to learn the nitty-gritty of the profession which we may end up practicing for the rest of our lives. We want value for our time.

I once interned for free at a television station and every day, I spent about a thousand naira on transport fare, but every day, when I asked myself what I was learning there, the answer was nothing. And this was because I would go there from morning till night, not be allowed into the studio, but be asked to sit at the reception. Most times, I would sleep off, or be woken up by a rude presenter who wanted me to just rush off to buy something for him/her.

Nothing angers me like spending my time on nothing and so eventually, I stopped. A lot of people would say I should have stayed there, and maybe something would have come out of it, but there is a very thin line between continued perseverance and sheer foolishness. I cut my losses and left. Was I glad I did? Yes extremely!

Dear Nigerian employers, we youths are hungry, passionate and we want to put our time to good use even if it means working for free for a period of time while we learn. But do not abuse this. Do not abuse us!

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/internship-slavery-blessing-iyamadiken/

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This young man had engaged me in a discussion and the only reason I was interested in this conversation was because I felt I needed to play the nice girl in order to get what I needed when it struck me. When have I ever done something just for doing it and not because I was to get something from it?

Before you start to judge me, let me ask you a question which I hope you answer in all honesty. When have you ever done something just for the sake of doing it and not because you feel you would get something out of it. We love to feel like we are good people and we do all the good we do out of the meekness of our spirits but even that is a lie. We lie to ourselves.

On the road we give to beggars not because we are truly compassionate about their predicament but because as our Christian brothers put it “give and it shall be given unto you good measures pressed down bla bla bla.”

We get to church and give tithes not because we really think we should give ten percent of our earnings to God but because the Bible happens to have outlined “repercussions” of not fulfilling this obligation.

The pastor wants to make the church give more and his sermon for the day is tied to how “when you give, the Lord (as they always put it) comes down in all his might. In the end, many people sow seeds and start to think, I gave #10000, surely I should get #100000 as though Christianity was 1+1.

You are about to write off this article yeah? But wait before you do, let me burst this bubble you have built for yourself. I bet you that if Heaven wasn’t in the mix, 99.999% of us would not be interested in our Bibles let alone about knowing if Jesus Christ died for us. That killed you yeah?

Don’t get me wrong. I’m not an unbeliever (though I’m sure some fanatics have labelled me that). All I’m saying is: Why does “selfish” as a word exist when each and every one of us is? Why is “You are selfish” seen as an insult when in actuality it is our way of life to give something in expectation of bigger things. I mean you won’t even call me selfish if you weren’t expecting something from me that I did not give.

So I rest my case. When next someone says you are selfish, tell them everybody is. Even them. I mean nobody does anything for nothing. Your parents pay your fees so that you take care of them in their old age. Your partner doesn’t complain when you ask for sex every time because she knows when it is time to get money from you, she would get it. You don’t go to church because you just love being there, neither do you chant “Heaven at last” just for the sake of doing so. It is all so we get something in the end. So get over yourself.

In the end, this is just how I feel and my views can be argued as being “Subjective”.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/man-selfish-nature-blessing-iyamadiken/

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PR = Public Relations.

Satisfied?

deparagon:
Ma guy dat's nt d answer to the question, What is the meaning of the abbreviation PR?

the corporate world know the meaning of PR, is just like asking for the meaning of CEO in the corporate world

lamalang:
You should first of all tell people the meaning of the abbreviation PR then continue with your story

Morning and thanks for your observation, the write-up is just the basics of professional PR, I agree with you PR is much more.

gmhc:
Good Morning OP,
I kinda like your write-up. However, this does not totally represent what PR stand for. It is more about that.
The PR professional must be first and foremost be a skilled writer and speaker who knows a little about everything.
Some courses in PR include
Issues and Crises Management
Image building and perception
media relations
corporate communications
media management and monitoring etc

Actually PR is a million-dollar industry, ask around. Brands and organizations pay huge amount to get good optics

matbas1:
PR nonsense

thanks

veekid:

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super cute write-up

The PR industry in Nigeria is gradually getting saturated with the influx of more practitioners which may come off as a good thing but the question is do these guys have the professional expertise to represent a brand? Nike Fagbule, a PR expert with vast experience in the PR world run through some of the basics of becoming a professional PR personnel or setting up a PR agency.



Who is a PR personnel?

A PR personnel is in charge of a talent’s Image, perception and media relations. In practical words, a PR personnel is that one person who cares about a talent’s public image whether in the media or in people’s minds.



What does it take to be professional PR personnel?

Public relations is about managing a client’s reputation, to start with, one need to have a basic knowledge of the client been represented, the media, and the PR industry as a whole especially what it takes to be inducted into the Nigerian PR Institute.



What are the primary duties of PR personnel to a brand/personality?

Without been too academic, the major duty of a PR personnel is to use all forms of media and communication to build, maintain and manage the reputation clients; communicating key messages using third parties to select target audience, depending on the intended aim. Third party endorsement could be Newspapers, TV, Social media influencers, Blogs or whichever platforms that serves direct contact to the targeted audience.

Finally but also key is publicity monitoring. Sometimes, things don’t work, monitoring helps retracing back to the drawing board, and that way one can start from the scratch using Research, which could be through focus group sessions or questionnaires



What’s the need of engaging the services of professional PR personnel as to just putting out releases by oneself or manager?

PR goes beyond putting out press releases and being seen, it is about one’s reputation hence the necessity of engaging professional PR services. Some brands/artistes have contacts to the required platforms and might undermine the importance of using a publicist but a public relations expert already knows the potential crisis and is trained to be proactive in dealing with crisis which many of these brands or artistes can’t handle.



What distinguishes a professional PR from just any literate fellow that can construct a few sentences (aside the professional title)?

PR is not about writing press releases, it goes beyond that. It is also creative thinking, thinking up strategies. In whatever field one finds himself/herself, there are more people in that industry and the number of media houses, blogs and social media influencers are limited. Thinking up strategies and plans to enable one’s client stand out is the primary duty of a PR person as oppose to just sending out releases about new ventures.



What are the skills needed in becoming a professional PR personnel?

Good writing skills, being able to work without supervision, and ability to managing PR crisis spontaneously. Other research and evaluation skills can be acquired.



What are the best practices in winning a client over?

Different clients want different things. Understanding a brand and the brand direction would allow for easy pitching. A lot of clients are flattered when you understand what they are going. Having a good track record is also important.



Are there any necessary associations/groups or body to join?

NIPR and PRCAN

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/basics-professional-pr-nigeria/

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Social media is a major influence on the direction of the world today. It is increasingly shaping our affairs as humans. We depend on it for information, amusement, virtual association etc. Its main feature is that it brings down the borders of distance to connect the world. Due to the advent of social media, communication has reached new heights; information, ideas, career interests and other forms of expressions are created and shared via virtual communities and networks. Social media facilitates and strengthens communication such that from Africa, one can connect with the Far East, with Europe, with Asia, anywhere in the world all in quick time. This holds immense benefit for businesses, groups and individuals.

The wide reach offered by social media is almost inexhaustible; we are talking about well over 2 billion people and a projection of about 2.67 billion people by 2018. It has now become a must-do for everyone and to optimize the benefits of social media, it is important to understand the available platforms, the different inclinations of these platforms and figure out how to enjoy the numerous benefits offered by social media. The following are some of the most popular social media platforms and their inclinations:

Facebook

Facebook is an online social networking service that enables users to create a profile, add other users as “friends”, exchange messages, post status updates, photos and videos. Additionally, users may join common-interest ‘Groups’ and organizations can create ‘pages’ to showcase their brand and engage their supporters.

Facebook allows users to engage friends in chats, allow users build relationships and also to build special interest communities through Groups.

Users: over 1.79 billion active users worldwide

YouTube

YouTube is a video-centric social networking service. It allows users to discover, watch, share, upload and edit videos. Users can also follow channels, comment on and discuss videos, and follow other users’ content. It is a great source for referencing videos of events or happenings around the world You Tube is the world’s second-largest search engine.

Users: over 1.3 billion users worldwide

Twitter

Twitter is an online social networking service that enables users to send and read short 140 – character messages called ‘tweets.’ Users can also follow, mention and reply to people, build lists, highlight and search keywords and share content.

Twitter allows for information sharing and news circulation. It has become a hub for celebrities and organizations to engage fans and customers respectively through visual content, building relationships and other charities.

Users: over 317 million users worldwide

Instagram

Instagram is an online social network app that enables users to take and share photos and videos (up to 59 seconds length) from a mobile device, and share them on other social networking platforms, such as Facebook, Twitter, Tumblr and Flickr. Users can follow people and engage with their photos by liking or commenting. Instagram is owned by Facebook meaning shared content displays as images or videos rather than links.

The main features of Instagram include image and short video sharing while building a network of followers.

User: over 600 million users worldwide

LinkedIn

LinkedIn is a business-oriented social networking service that enables users to build their professional identity and connect with colleagues; learn about professional opportunities; get updates, inspiration, and insights. LinkedIn offers itself as a platform that allows users function in a professional network.

Users: over 414 million users worldwide.[b][/b]

The fact is the success of social media continues its pervasive spread across the world. The number of subscribers continues to increase, so also there is an increasing number of a social media platform. This suggests that despite the unbeatable success of social media, its full potential is yet to be reached. Since the world evolves at a speed influenced by social media, it is important to understand the nature of the evolution and to employ this understanding in our everyday lives. This would help us not be left behind by the ever-evolving social media connected world.



Culled from http://tushmagazine.com.ng/popular-social-media-active-users/

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seun, lalatiscala, dragnet

nice response.

adadike281:
I don't know about others but mine will go back to my creator or if there is to be another option,I go for ' my ancestors'.

Do you ever ask yourself this question, why do people die, where do dead people go. I ask myself this question every time. Don’t get me wrong, I am a Christian and I know many of us Christians believe that after death is heaven or hell, depending on how you live your life. But are there no times when the thought “what if this all a lie?” crossed your minds?

If you have ever witnessed an accident in which people died, does it not baffle you how just moments ago, those same people may have been full of life oblivious of the fate about to befall them? Last year, I lost two friends. Two friends who were so active, two friends who were happy people, no one would have ever guessed that they would not “be” at the end of the year. At the burial of one of them, I asked myself, “where has he gone to now?”, “is his spirit somehow with us?” “Is he in heaven, is he in hell?” I could not help these questions really.

Most recently, news made rounds about the death of a popular gospel artiste. I never knew him before his death, but when he died, so many people kept posting messages about him on social media, I had to go check out his page. From his page, I could see that he was a decent young man, he had a great family, and above all, he loved God. I stopped to ponder, weeks earlier, if he had been told that he was going to die, he would have forbade it. I went through his instagram page and the only thing I could ask myself was “Why do people die?” “Why do people die without any notice?”

I was once a medical student and I have had the privilege of dissecting a number of bodies. When I think back to those days, I remember being in awe every dissection session. I would stop to think, this person once laughed, he once cried, he once loved, he probably has family somewhere, yet he lies here on this table without life, he lies here on this table probably oblivious of the fact that he is being cut open by doctors-to-be. I gave up probably because all these questions always bring me to the final one. The final question to which I haven’t found an answer, the question to which I have refused to believe the explanation people so readily give. “Where do people go when they die?”


source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/people-go-die/

seun, lalasticala, mynd44

Celebrity divorce which was previously viewed as a thing of the West is fast gaining weight in Africa, especially in Nigeria. The world has become a global village, so certain cultures and ways of life of people fade away and become replaced by another from a different group of people. We in Africa have mostly abandoned our culture and copied that of the Western world. It’s undoubtedly that divorce holds high constitutional rights in both the Western world and in Africa. This thus explicates the fact that divorce has come to stay in Nigeria.

It’s no doubt that divorce has held it’s ground in Nigeria, it is a fact that it has eaten deep into a particular sector which the country looks up to. The high unanticipated and unwarranted rate of celebrity divorce in Nigeria is becoming unprecedentedly alarming, rising and wary of as people look up to most of these people as role models. It will be quite a fact to say that celebrity marriage is more of a social contract than a sacred institution that remains for a life time.

African values and culture do not support divorce but we cannot overlook the fact that some unions are a living hell and only a separation can save some souls. We also cannot ignore the African values and tradition placed on women. Even the holy books also placed women in the same position. The quest for gender equality and the over-imposing nature of some men has left the institution of marriage seem like a mere object of mockery.

The quest for self satisfaction, independence of will and decision making, lustful exploration, fairy-tale lives have been the ingredients that engineer divorce among celebrities and other people in general. We cannot overlook what the bible said about divorce, that it could only take place only in the case of infidelity. But today a lot of reasons and non-reasons bring about divorce. One could wonder what the main attractions before marriage are, their purpose of getting married, their views on marriage and their expectations in marriage. These are the many questions that linger on minds of fans who always wish they would have or had such wonderful unions as that of celebrities before their marriages crash. It’s no doubt that these failed marriages sometimes devastates some fans who really love the unions.

Celebrity marriages always have the entire world glaring at them. So it takes two willing, unselfish, tolerating, loving and caring hearts to protect their marriage. Wealth and excitements are just a plus to marriages and not the main ingredients that holds marriages. The key to marriage is love, care, tolerance, faithfulness, trust and understanding.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/celebrity-divorce-an-accepted-trend-in-nigeria/

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Step 1: Take Fashion Styling Classes

Celebrity fashion stylists are responsible for outfitting and accessorizing celebrities, often in conjunction with makeup artists, hair stylists, photographers and other creative professionals. Although employers may not require these professionals to hold a certificate or degree, completing some post-secondary education could provide stylists with specific career skills, such as forecasting trends, identifying designers, and understanding clothing design and textiles. Several colleges and universities offer fashion styling certificate programs. Courses in these programs typically cover topics such as creating looks for specific types of media and prepping merchandise. Other topics might include fashion forecasting, clothing and accessory design, color theory and fashion business practices.

Individuals also might consider pursuing an undergraduate degree in an area such as fashion design or fashion merchandising. Courses in these fields could include history of fashion, trend forecasting, fashion show production, computer-aided fashion design, textiles and fashion promotion. These courses can teach celebrity stylists important career skills, such as researching design styles, blending fashions, selecting fabrics and marketing new looks.

Step 2: Gain Industry Experience

Research has indicated that most professionals in the fashion design industry learn about the business through internships or entry-level positions. Fashion styling certificate programs and undergraduate degree programs often require students to complete work experiences or internships with professional stylists, designers or fashion retailers. Entry-level positions can provide real-world training in communicating with celebrities, designing new styles, coordinating with other industry professionals and running a celebrity stylist business.


Step 3: Build a Portfolio

Information from the BLS shows that workers in the fashion design industry generally use portfolios as a way to impress and attract potential clients. Celebrity stylist portfolios might include pictures of past clients. In certificate and undergraduate degree programs, students may learn about standards and practices for creating a portfolio.

Step 4: Keep Up With Style Trends

The celebrity fashion industry is highly influenced by changes in the economy, politics and technology, and celebrity stylists must stay on top of these changing trends to dress clients in the latest styles. To keep up with changes, professionals may have to conduct continual research, which could include reading fashion-related articles, examining celebrity photos, attending fashion shows and watching entertainment awards shows.

source: tushmagazine.com.ng/how-to-become-a-celebrity-stylist/

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Noted, I will come up with the list soon

abnsugbe:
the Playlist is for Yorubas,what of Hausa and IGBOs
Update their own Playlist

February 14 is a special day on the calendar. It is on this day that valentine is celebrated. The season which celebrates love is usually characterized by its warming ambience and colourful outlook.

Valentine, like other festive seasons, is difficult to pass by. The gush of love in the air can be contagious. You cannot be left out in the season, lovers want to spend time together and deepen their love, singles want to create pleasureable moments. One tools employed by people, in the bid to enjoy the season is music. This is why I came up with a valentine playlist to help you enjoy the season. The following songs make up the playlist:

Mad Over You by Runtown
This is arguably the hottest song of the year, so far. It just apt for the valentine season, the love themed song is quite friendly to the ear and good to groove to. It is very unlikely that Mad Over You isn’t played at your hangout spot, especially at this time.

No Forget by Adekunle Gold ft. Simi
Oh yeah, just the right duet to fan the flames of love during the valentine season. The brilliant voice of Adekunle and Simi’s sonorous singing gives this song the perfect blend for a love song. The wide acceptance of the song means that your partner might just like the song as much as you do, it would be romantic to have you and your partner sing the love professing verses of the song to each other.

Smile for me by Simi
Miss Simi’s smile for me is another love anthem that should be on val playlist. The lyrics of the song is the mojo. It is the kind of song lovers want to listen to in the company of their partner.

Chemistry by Falz & Simi
A valentine playlist would be incomplete without this song. This song sets the mood right for a love atmosphere. Simi’s dominance on this playlist qualifies her for the title of queen of Nigerian RnB.

Aduke by Tjan
This beautiful love professing song would do well on any val playlist. The ladies especially would like to assume the Aduke character for the val night. The song is beautiful and head spinning. You cannot get it wrong on a val night, with Aduke playing in the background.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/5-nigerian-songs-valentine-playlist/

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Behind Magazine – Nigeria’s leading digital and print magazine is out with its first issue for the year 2017 featuring YBNL boss and well celebrated artiste, Olamide as its cover page personality.

The issue which is themed “The Glory Issue” focuses on the interesting journey of Olamide’s musical career highlighting the major milestones he has attained in his quest to becoming one of Nigeria’s best artistes.

Also featured in this Issue are the success stories of interesting personalities including Lota Chukwu, Elma Godwin, Benie Macaulay, Biodun Salako, Tolu Akinyemi and a host of others.

Behind Magazine Issue 15 is certainly a must have as there are educating and exciting articles specially tailored for your reading pleasure.

Behind Magazine is available in both digital and print versions. Kindly get the digital version here: /tm15download while the print version is being circulated within major cities in Nigeria.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/olamide-covers-Behind-magazine/

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I bet our Nigerian kids can battle them save for Eminem

xstry:
Okay

YCEE

Boogey
Dremo
Mojeed
Poe

There is an ongoing debate on whether or not hip-hop in Nigeria is dead. This discussion was stirred up by one of Nigerian ace rappers, Yung6ix, who posted on his social media platform that ‘when I wanna listen to African rap I play Yung6ix and SA rappers wtf is going on with the Nigerian Rappers ? Wake up’.The discussion was further stirred by veteran Nigerian rapper, Terry Tha Rapman, who claimed that Hip-hop in the country is dead. This spin of events has caused a climate of comments to gather around Hip-Hop in Nigeria. The widely asked questions bother on the declining Hip-Hop culture in the industry and the future of Nigerian Hip-hop.

Although it is true that the Hip-Hop culture in the country has declined over the years, and the glory days of Hip-Hop can only be reminisced about, it is also important to note that the Nigerian music industry holds a huge future for Hip-hop. Considering the new flock of rappers, the hip-hop culture in Nigeria could yet be revived. The following is a list of the vanguard of new school rap in Nigeria:

Boogey

He is probably the most promising lyricist in the country at the moment. Boogey has long been underrated, but the most recent nomination in the category of lyricist on the roll at the 2016 Headies Awards goes to suggest an increased appreciation for the Hip-Hop culture in Nigeria. In his time in industry, Boogey has released a number of projects including Artificial Intelligence, Irregularly Scheduled Programme EP. These projects have been commended for their quality by pundits and music lovers. His growing portfolio also includes a much appreciated presence on M.I’s Illegal Music Mixtape, the Mode 9 project and other notable features.

YCEE

After introducing himself with the monster hit Jagaban track, YCEE has continued to wax stronger in the industry with well circulated follow-up tracks and impressive features. YCEE has built a reputation for being proficient with rap. This has made him the industry’s go-to-guy for rap infusion. YCEE appears to share the burden of carrying Hip-Hop on his shoulder with other members of this list.

Mojeed

Many would consider Mojeed as an underdog, but his rap prowess can match that of any of the rap artistes in the country. His most notable work his Westernized West African. The album is rich with quality rap music and good Hip-Hop sound. If you thought Hip-hop in Nigeria is dead, you would have a rethink after listening to Mojeed. He is tipped to dominate the rap scene of the Nigerian music industry in coming future.

Dremo

The DMW signee made his first real statement with a cover of Panda, which he titled Fela. On the song, Dremo’s lyrical qualities, his superb delivery and alluring ability to flow were on display. He gained widespread attention with the track and he has since managed to put himself in the position of promising Hip-Hop artistes in Nigeria.

Poe

This is another gifted Nigerian rapper. He has gained acceptance for his lyrical creativity. He uses his lyrics to create imagery that music lovers seem to find relatable. Although he has been in the industry for quite some time, he remains relevant to the course for the revival of Hip-hop in Nigeria.

source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/5-best-new-school-rappers-nigeria/

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Valentine is pretty much around the corner and showing love is the primary base of Valentine day. Though I am not a relationship expert, I have highlighted some steps that you can use to keep the flame of love burning in your relationship.


Surprises: nothing says “thinking about you” like springing a good surprise on your partner. It can literally light up a thousand bulbs in their world. The fact that you actually thought it through to send them flowers, gifts, lunch at break time etc when they least expect it goes to show you have them in mind. Surprises show that no matter how crazy your schedule is, you still find time to arrange a thoughtful gesture; and how heart-warming is that?


Date nights: some may argue this is borrowed culture from the West but it doesn’t make it less of a way to keep the flame in your relationship alight. Date night may or may not be weekly depending on your budget/schedule but incorporating it in your relationship will surely do it a whole lot of good. Find time to seclude yourselves from the craziness of work or the chatter of kids and go out to eat a nice meal, watch a nice movie, or even go clubbing. No matter the location, time spent together as a couple is very valuable and endears partners to each other a lot more.


Public Display of Affection (P.D.A): Nigerians will stare at you in an awkward manner, iya-alata will judge you with her eyes, children in their naivety will jeer and close their eyes but it is in your power to not let the reaction from the world deter you from expressing love to your partner publicly. Hand in hand strolls, forehead kisses and stolen kisses, brushing hair off your babe’s face, whispering sweet nonsenses in each other’s ears, compliments, private jokes etc done in public make up some of the ways to display affection publicly. Granted, you may be dating an extremely shy person; it is up to you as the bolder partner to make them comfortable with PDA. No need to go about it forcibly; with more subtle gestures and time, PDA can actually grow on your once shy partner.


Remember important dates: this particularly entails anniversaries and birthdays. It doesn’t just end at remembering, also make effort to do or buy something new and special for them. Days like that come only once in an entire year and remembering shows you care. Unless under very reasonable circumstances, do not forget important dates. They are one of the life wires that keep a relationship going.


Pray: ever seen or heard where something had the Almighty’s backing and it failed? I haven’t and I’m guessing you haven’t as well. The importance of praying for your partner can never be over emphasized. Your partner’s challenges are invariably your challenges and combating them spiritually saves you both a whole lot of stress. Pray, so you don’t fall prey to the antics of the enemy; pray so your love is one that stands the test of time and above all, pray so blessings and joy does not elude you two.


source: http://tushmagazine.com.ng/1176-2/

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