Happy Independence Day-Blog Mall Nigeria Wishes

Every year, October 1 serves as a great reminder of the sacrifices made by innumerable freedom fighters and protesters. Seven decades later, Nigeria has come a long way in terms of progress. Let’s celebrate this Independence Day with some great quotes:

Don`t Be Afraid To Fail

Don't Be Afraid To Fail

My dad was just transferred to another state and we had to move with him.

It was the second term of a school session and it was already 5 weeks gone into the term. 

My parents registered me in the secondary school very close to where we lived.

Prior to this time, in my previous school, I had always topped the class. It was no longer news to myself, friends and my parents to learn that I took the first position every term.

In my new school however, we were only 20 persons in my class, about half the size of my previous school. I knew I didn't need to pray for the first position. It was a small school afterall. Examination came and soon, results were out. I was shocked to find 12th as my position. It was unexpected. I had prepared or at least I thought I did.

I got home that day and couldn't go in because I was scared that I failed. It was not until my mom met me outside and brought me in. Though, I was criticized and the whole of that day, I couldn't eat. The coming terms, I prepared even harder and came out better than before. This time around, everyone sang my praise and no one even remembered I had failed the previous term. Soon, it died down and everyone went about their businesses or expected more from me.

Letter to Nnamdi Kanu-Reuben Abati

Dear Nnamdi Kanu,

We have never met. I only know you by reputation and I have had cause in the last year to write on your activities within the public arena and offer my own views about you, your persona, and your interventions in the Nigerian debate. I sincerely hope you would get to read this letter wherever you may be, that is assuming you are still alive.

Your father’s house was recently invaded by the Nigerian military (surprised you don’t have a house of your own!). We were later told that you simply disappeared into thin air, along with your parents. The murderous Operation Python Dance II that was unleashed on Igboland by the Federal Government of Nigeria has since become a subject of national interest. Many people have proclaimed that you have been killed, abducted and that many members of your family and movement – the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB) have been wasted. Some people said you were called The Lion, but when trouble came, you were the first to run away from the zoo.

THINKING RIGHT

Several months ago, I was swimming in frustration. I was worried about my life and everything around me. Nothing was working. Or at least, none that I could see. I had just completed my National Youth Service and was jobless. I had no money to meet my basic needs. To make matters worse, my boyfriend had just discontinued the relationship with me.

Pain, anger, dejection, frustration, confusion! Name it. I didn't know where my life was headed and I began to fill my mind with vain thoughts. I only thought of how worthless my life was. I felt unloved and even hated my life. The more I thought negative about myself, the more negative my life became.  I lost faith and hope in myself. I got angry at even little things that normally shouldn't make me angry. I shut everyone out of my life and smiled less.

Linda Ikeji recounts when she earned N1k per day as she celebrates her 37th birthday

Popular blogger Linda Ikeji turned 37-years-old yesterday, September, 19th. The blogger took to her Instagram page to recount how she was earning N1k per day for a marketing job when she was just 19.

She wrote;

“Birthday girl! . Gosh, I love how far I’ve come and I’m so excited for the future. I can’t wait for you guys to see some of what we’re planning for TV in Nigeria and the mega Selfmade programme we are planning soon. I remember selling/promoting Corona beer at Sheraton hotel, Ikeja as a 19 year old girl. Standing from 2pm to 10pm everyday for a month,

REFOCUSING YOUR MIND: Gateway to easily break free

REFOCUSING YOUR MIND: Gateway to easily break free

Have you ever watched a food advertisement on television and suddenly felt hungry? Have you ever heard someone cough and immediately felt the need to clear your throat? Ever watched someone release a yawn and felt the urge to yawn yourself? ( You may probably be yawning right now!). That is the power of suggestion. The more you think about something, the stronger it takes hold of you. We naturally move towards whatever we focus our attention on. 

9-year-old applies for NASA job, gets an epic response

A 9-year-old fourth grader, Jack Davis, who came across a NASA (National Aeronautics and Space Administration) job opening, decided to send in an application, while claiming to be a Guardian of the Galaxy” and a perfect candidate for the job in his cover letter.

His handwritten letter that reads;

“My name is Jack Davis and I would like to apply for the planetary protection officer job. I may be nine but I think I would be fit for the job. One of the reasons is my sister says I am an alien. Also, I have seen almost all the space and alien movies I can see. I have also seen the show Marvel Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. and hope to see the movie Men in Black. I am great at video games. I am young so I can learn to think like an Alien.”

Nigerian couple who lost contact after Primary School, marry after reuniting on Facebook

Nigerian couple, Ayode Akinfemiwa and Blessing Afolayan, who were Primary School mates, will be getting married today after reuniting on Facebook after many years.

Photographer, Akin Oyebode, who shared the beautiful before and after photos of the couple, disclosed that their primary school photo was taken in 1994.

7 THINGS TO CARRY LIKE A CRATE OF EGGS IN YOU

I came across a whatsapp group post and decided to share this along. There are things we must carry and handle with extra- carefulness because these things are fragile and once broken, it is not easy to put back together and once some of these things get broken, they can lead to huge damage and destiny wastage.

1. Your Name: 

Your name is very important and fragile. There are names that stinks in the ears of people simply because, those who bear those names spoilt the name. The way to handle your name with carefulness​ is to be careful of your doings. Your actions can rubbish your name. A good name can open doors for you & for your children and generations after you.

Carry your name with carefulness. It is a huge asset. Here is one of the quotes written by Shakespeare:

'Whoever steals my purse steals trash; 'tis something, nothing;
'Twas mine, 'tis his, and has been slave to thousands;
But he that filches from me my good name, my enviable reputation
Robs me of that which does not enrich him, But makes me poor indeed'.

Kcee grants scholarship to three students through secondary school

As a way of giving back to the society, Limpopo crooner and Five Star Records artiste, Kcee, has granted scholarship to three graduating primary school students in Abia State.

According to him, this came up a result of a discussion he had with a long-time friend, who told him about his foundation which was launched to help provide free Nursery and Primary education to kids in village.

Ex-Lagos bus conductor Mike Olu Akinlabi, now a PhD Holder

An ex-Lagos Bus conductor, Mike Olu Akinlabi, has taken to Facebook to share an amazing story of where he came up from to become a PhD holder.

According to him, it all started 20 years ago and all he had was a dream. Here’s his story;

‘The doctors said I could never have children’ – COZA Pastor Biodun Fatoyinbo

The Senior Pastor of the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA) Worldwide, Rev. Biodun Fatoyinbo who shared a photo of his daughter, revealed that he was told by a doctor that he will never have kids.

14-year old Zuriel Oduwole Honoured at UNESCO’s “Soft Power” Global Conference

At its first ever “Soft Power” global conference aimed at tackling the lingering global issues of women equality, Irina Bokova – UNESCO Director General invited 55 women experts in field from Women Leadership to Global development to lead the conference as speakers and panelists, in exploring this soft power approach.

Lost dad in 2007, mum in 2014, became medical doctor in 2017-See Who?

A Nigerian medical doctor, Bamisaye Victor is trending on Twitter after he shared his story of triumph despite his tragic past.

Bamisaye lost his father in 2007 and when it seemed life couldn’t get worse, his mother died in 2014. Instead of giving up, orphan Bamisaye pressed on and pursued his dreams.

My life as an actor has been a gift and a blessing – RMD

Veteran Nollywood actor, Richard Mofe-Damijo a.k.a RMD and our favourite sugar daddy, who shared an Eid Mubarak message to his Muslim friends, wrote on how being an actor has affected his life.

According to RMD who shared a photo of himself in police uniform from a new crime drama titled “Crossroads”, revealed that being an actor has been a gift and a blessing.

Former MBGN Sylvia Nduka Helps an 8-year Old Girl Get Treatment for Kidney Infection

Most Beautiful Girl in Nigeria 2011 Sylvia Nduka through her Seed Foundation facilitated the cure of an 8-year old girl who suffered from a kidney infection.

Sylvia expressed her gratitude to God in a post on her Instagram for Fikayo’s successful operation.

Toke Makinwa Helps Twitter user in Need of Funds for School Materials

Media personality Toke Makinwa helped a Twitter user with funds for school materials after he reached out to her.

The user @godsown99 had tweeted at Toke, asking to be supported with some money for school materials. Toke replied asking him to send his bank details.

TBoss Former Big Brother Naija housemate Shares Inspiring Message on Self-Love

Former Big Brother Naija housemate, and second runner up of the reality TV Show Tokunbo Idowu, popularly known as TBoss shared an inspiring message on her Instagram page about self-love accompanied with two new photos.

Golden State Warriors Reclaim NBA Championship Title

OAKLAND, CA – JUNE 12: The Golden State Warriors celebrate with the Larry O’Brien Championship Trophy after defeating the Cleveland Cavaliers 129-120 in Game 5 to win the 2017 NBA Finals at ORACLE Arena on June 12, 2017 in Oakland, California. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement.

The Golden State Warriors have reclaimed their place as the NBA Champions after defeating Cleveland Cavaliers 120 – 129 at Oracle Arena.

Davido is Building a New House for his Young Fan | Photos

Music star Davido is giving back to the society. Last month, he helped a little fan Utibe start school. Utibe was captured on camera singing Davido’s hit song “IF” despite being out of school.

Today, Davido announced that he’s building a house for Utibe and his mother.