Author: Mariam Emily

25Jan By Mariam Emily1 Comment

Relationships, Revamp

30+ Brilliant new month messages for your loved ones

Every new month and year comes with a flood of hope and the possibility of starting a new one. Each new month, you reconnect with friends, family, and coworkers with a text message. Begin a brilliant new month message to remind them you are thinking of them and wish them well. Photo by Tirachard Kumtanom Here are some of the best new month messages for your loved ones. We have compiled the best words to reconcile, send best wishes, reconnect with your family and friends, and send them love at the beginning of every new month. Read Also: New Year’s Resolutions, and why I Don't Make Them Anymore Best prayers to wish friends and family well in the new month A friend of mine once said, “the best gift you can give a person is saying a word of prayer for them.” You can also lean i...

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1Aug By Mariam EmilyNo Comments

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Creative Ways To Say Thank You

Find the most creative ways to say thank you with soothing words, grand gestures, and the grandest gestures. When friends and family members present you with gifts on your special occasion, they may not ask for a thank you note, but it is polite to send one. After your birthday, baby shower, or Christmas party, sending a thank-you note and messages is necessary. They show your heartfelt appreciation for the gifts and the support you received. Here are some thoughtful messages you can send to family members or friends. 7 Gestures that say “Thank You so much” Apart from saying thank you via a phone call or a text message, you can send: A bouquet of fresh flowers Give a tight hug and a sweet peck A thank you note or card A nice bottle of wine, cider, champagne, or spir...

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1Aug By Mariam Emily2 Comments

African Marriage, career woman, Feminist in Nigeria, Relationships, Revamp

Top 10 most important things in a relationship

If you ask me what the important things in relationships are, I would probably say love, care, and support. While these are great, other factors will create an atmosphere for all specified perks to thrive. These factors include: Stay Faithful Spend quality time face-to-face with your partner Falling in love vs. staying in love Keep physical intimacy alive Stay connected through communication Conflict Building and having boundaries Have your own identity Be forgiving Acceptance Relationships are the lifeblood of our society. The best relationships also make the perfect foundation for the family. Relationships go beyond the intimate relationship involving love, romance, and intercourse. Although romantic relationships are our focal point, many factor...

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25Jan By Mariam Emily4 Comments

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Using The Nigerian Postal Service, NIPOST

The Nigerian Postal Service, abbreviated as NIPOST, should be your go-to if you are looking for a secure way to send and receive parcels from within Nigeria and anywhere in the world. The services are affordable, efficient and easily trackable, which is what you should look for to protect your goods. Using NIPOST will save your time and eliminate the stress of using an unrecognizable courier service to deliver goods and services across Nigeria and beyond. What Is NIPOST? The Nigerian Postal Service, abbreviated as NIPOST, is a government-owned and operated corporation. It is the postal administration responsible for providing postal services in Nigeria. Here is all you need to know about NIPOST charges, its tracking feature, and more. Commercial Business Units (CBNs) Operat...

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25Jan By Mariam Emily2 Comments

African culture, African Food, African Homes, African Marriage, Revamp

Enjoying Nigerian food and preparing a Nigerian food menu

Nigerian food is as spicy, heavy and busting with local’s flavours. Our food is most times heavy because the average Nigerian prefers volume. Apart from nutrition, food is sometimes synonymous with fun and entertainment. We use food to entertain our guests at parties and in our homes.   Top view image of the Nigerian delicacy, seafood okra soup with pounded yam. A typical Nigerian soup is usually paired with swallows like semolina, Eba, wheat and so on, unlike the European soup that makes a complete meal.  Bowl of Pounded Yam served with Egusi - Melon Soup. Nigerian Meal. A typical Nigerian meal, especially soup, requires a few ingredients. While these ingredients are crucial in producing specific flavours, they are not compulsory. Some of these ingredients are o...

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25Jan By Mariam EmilyNo Comments

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Gel nail polish is not really worth the extra cost

If you are wondering if gel nail polish is worth the extra cost, you are not alone. We are also wondering the same thing. Is gel polis really worth the extra cost? Well, let's go over what we know. It’s no news that women have embraced the over-the-top and artsy nail designs. With these new designs and styles, it is natural to look for new shine, shimmer and texture to match the elegant designs. Gel nail polish or not, the shape and design you choose, make all the difference. Gel Nail polishfingernailBeautiful manicure on female handscare for sensuality woman nailsStudio nail aa design female nails.Beautiful female hands with french manicure on a light background with a shadowFemale hand with floral art design nails . The nail design could really be the determining factor in ...

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26Jan By Mariam Emily2 Comments

African culture, African Homes, African Marriage, Relationships, Revamp

Dating in Nigeria can give us more than sex if we try.

Dating in Nigeria can be such a minefield that we wonder if you can gain from dating apart from sex. Relationships are sometimes crowded with so many vain and physical expectations. Image by Oladapo Olusola  Our need for physicality is justified; although we obsess about sex, our obsession can rob us all of valuable connections and memories.  Our obsession with physicality dating in Nigeria Although sex is the most dominant, other physical expectations can be how we look when we are with our partners, when we deck up for our partners, when we coordinate outfits and the optics for social media. magnificent marble statue  Although these are important in the bond shared by partners, most people get carried away with superficial things. They also forget th...

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25Aug By Mariam Emily3 Comments

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Working mothers in Nigeria with enviable careers

Working mothers in Nigeria with enviable careers in Nigeria from all works of life in Nigeria include: Di’Ja  Omotola Ekinde-Jolaide Funke Akindele-Bello Mary Remmy-Njoku Yutee Rone Ngozi Okonjo-Iwela Joke Silva Adesuwa Onyenokwe Folorunso Alakija Tara Fela-Durotoye  A quick view of the careers of 10 working mothers in Nigeria in fashion, movies and business. These Working mothers in Nigeria are great examples of good women in the new era, especially Nigerian women, who can take good care of themselves, their homes, and their families. It is necessary to highlight the working mothers in Nigeria because most Mothers in Nigeria are relegated to domestic chores and care. The working culture for women in Nigeria Understandably, most mot...

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1Aug By Mariam EmilyNo Comments

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Nigerian actors in Hollywood who are very successful

Nigerian actors in Hollywood have made a name fore themselves in Hollywood by producing, acting, singing, dancing and writing. While some actors like John Boyega and Hakeen Kea-Kazim have taken on several high-profile roles. Some of these Nigerian actors in Hollywood like Okieriete Onaodowan and Chike Okonkwo are making waves with roles in reputable television series like Grey’s Anatomy’s Station 19 produced by award-winning producer Shonda Rhimes and Being Mary Jane, produced by Gabrielle Union. Eight prominent Nigerian actors in Hollywood  Susan Kelechi WatsonJohn BoyegaHakeen Kea-KazimChike OkonkwoOkieriete OnaodowaSam AdegokeYvone OrjiJidenna Nigerian actress in Hollywood Susan Kelechi Watson Susan Kelechi Watson is a Nigerian actress in Hollywood; she is popu...

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1Aug By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Ebuka Obi-Uchendu Fashion, Family And Career

Ebuka Obi-Uchendu, known as "Ebuka Big Brother," is a highly renowned television host in Nigeria. Beyond his striking appearance, Ebuka's career accomplishments, family life, and elegance set him apart. In simpler terms, Ebuka, who is forty years old, is happily married to Cynthia Obi Uchendu and the proud father of two beautiful daughters. Read On: Relationship advice for ladies: Relationship tips for Lasting Relationships Chukwuebuka Obi-Uchendu was born on 14 July 1982. He is a Nigerian lawyer and a media personality who hails from Okija, Ihiala LGA, Enugu State. His name has become synonymous with the prestigious Big Brother Naija reality TV show, which he hosts. Let's delve into the journey of this remarkable personality. How Ebuka Became "Ebuka Big Brother" Before g...

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25Jan By Mariam Emily1 Comment

Politics

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is doing well, but Nigerians will not accept

Nigerian President Muhammadu Buhari is doing well, but Nigerians will not accept: Nigerians will never admit that the present administration is the best Nigeria has had. Although, the government has lacked in successfully auditing those responsible for execution.  The current Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari, has done much to restore the Nigerian economy, which he inherited with several debts and failing sectors. I can recall that President GoodLuck Ebele Jonathan’s administration has met with several oppositions from the despicable terrorist group Boko Haram. His administration was also basically when Nigeria borrowed. The Goodluck Jonathan administration transferred these security challenges and debts to the Buhari-led administration. Nigerian president, Muhammadu Buhari...

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25Jan By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Igbo presidency 2023: How democratic is the Igbo presidency cry?

Igbo presidency 2023 has been one of the top conversations as we gear up for the 2023 elections. The southeast and eastern regions have asked each party to zone their presidential ticket to the east. The pressure is more on the most popular political parties, the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) and the All Progressive Congress (APC). This zone will ensure that every presidential candidate must hail from either the eastern or southeastern part of Nigeria.  Maybe we need an Igbo President Of course, the Igbo are famous for their business minds and illustrious nature, which runs in their blood. Entrepreneurs like the chairperson of Innoson Motor chief Innocent Chukwuma, celebrated Night Club owner and socialite, Obi Cubana are prof of their business skill. There are several suc...

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26Jan By Mariam Emily8 Comments

African culture, career woman, Feminist in Nigeria, Revamp

Talk with Toke Makinwa is only one of Toke Makinwa’s boss move in 2021

Talk with Toke Makinwa was one of the tremendous career moves for the Nigerian Actor, author, vlogger, TV personality and host, Toke Makinwa. 2021 was filled with big career movies and attractive deals and partnerships. A view of her career and business deals so far. What is Toke Makinwa’s source of income? Toke Makinwa started her career in the media and entertainment sphere in the early 2000s. Besides Talk with Toke Makinwa, her big break was in her talk show was 3LiveChicks. Moments on Ebony life tv hosted with Bolanle Olukanni and Tallulah Doherty was also a big career move. After she progressed from ebony life tv, Toke makinwa made an enviable career for herself in most of Africa. Movies roles To answer some of the most ridiculous questions about her source of inco...

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1Aug By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Birthday gifts for your wife: 2022 guide to splurging on your Nigerian wife

Birthday gifts for your wife: The last two years have been tough on relationships, families, and businesses. As we go back to business as usual, 2022 is the right time to reconnect with family and our loved ones. This is the right time to spice up all that was dulled down during that pandemic. What better way to revive and spice up things than with truckloads of exciting birthday gifts for your wife? Image by Ben Kerckx from Pixabay  There is a saying, "happy wife, happy life". This inspired us to give you exciting ways to keep the woman of the house smiling; by splurging on her and making her wildest dream come through on her special day.Our gift guides, as always, contain a range of items that could either break the bank or cost absolutely nothing. Either way, w...

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26Jan By Mariam Emily1 Comment

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Gorgo, the story of Medusa, the Half-beast dame: An exciting fresh addition to your 2022 library

Gorgo: The story of Medusa, the Half-beast dame, is a wholesome mysterious dark humour fiction written about the mystical creature medusa and the events that lead to her death. Gorgo by Mariam Emily envelopes a story that begins with love, desires, greed, and sadness and resolves comically brought to life in Gorgo: the story of Medusa, the Half-beast dame. The writer, Mariam Emily, embraced her dark humour in transcribing the events, characters and personalities of her character in the book, which will allow the reader to contemplate laughter or tears. “My favourite thing about being a writer is that every little detail fits into a beautiful story." Mariam Emily. Readers will laugh at a situation that is not funny and frown at a serious event that is hilarious.  ...

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25Jan By Mariam Emily2 Comments

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Beard kits on amazon: 7 outstanding beard kits for the #beardgang.

Beard kits on amazon: Hundreds of the most members of the #beardGang swear by these 12 Amazon products for every Nigerian man. Based on reviews, firsthand accounts and experiences, we have compiled a list of self-care items for men, next-generation gadgets and tech-savvy accessories from Amazon based on positive comments and output. Some Amazon products for men in the #beardgang: Reasons to invest in these top-selling beard kits on amazon. Leroy Skalstad  •  Age 74  •  Milwaukee/USA   Gone are the days when our beard could be maintained by simply shaving and combing. For anyone to stand out on these streets filled with coveted members of the #beardgang, extra effort is needed. According to the reviews, these beard kits on Amazon are the best way to prevent...

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26Jan By Mariam Emily8 Comments

African Food, Revamp

Bitterleaf soup and 5 other health benefits and ways to use bitter leaf.

Bitterleaf soup is a staple in Nigerian homes, not only for its delicious taste but also because it pairs well with several swallows, specifically pounded yam and semolina. It is used for its health benefits and medicinal capabilities. How to wash the bitter leaf Bitter leaf has a bitter taste. Washing bitter leaf helps reduce the bitterness of bitterleaf, leaving just enough bitter taste and a more balanced flavour palette in any dish. Although in other cases, we take the juice extracted from washing bitter for its medical capabilities, for example, managing diabetes. This first step in scrubbing bitter leave is rinsing in water to remove dust and dirt from the leaves. We can wash bitter leaf in several ways using mainly salt and water. If you need to wash bitterleaf for soup,...

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25Jan By Mariam Emily6 Comments

African culture, African Homes, African Marriage, Revamp

15 Thoughtful First visit gifts for Nigerian father-in-law

Gifts for Nigerian father-in-law: If you are visiting your father-in-law or a gift to let your father-in-law know you have him in mind, she are a few cheap, thoughtful, and excellent gifts for Nigerian father-in-law. Reasons to get gifts for your Nigerian father-in-law. Reasons to buy a gift for your father-in-law include Father’s day, holidays and festivities, and appreciation. Some ideal gifts for a Nigerian father-in-law can be regular items like food and drinks, self-care items landed properties, and some gestures. Image by Sri Harsha Gera from Pixabay  Most Nigerian father-in-law may not ask for too much to expect that the son-in-law takes good care of their daughters and their daughters-in-law take care of their son. 15 gifts for Nigerian father-in-...

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25Jan By Mariam Emily5 Comments

Love, Relationships, Revamp

Friends with benefits: 6 insightful tips from professionals for friends with benefits.

 Friends with Benefits, the movie featured Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake and premiered in 2011. The movie tells the story of two friends who decided to include sex without commitment to their friends while remaining just friends. The 2011 movie would be a perfect watch for friends considering hanging out and sometimes having sex without actually catching feelings. It is important to note that according to studies and WikiHow, most of these types of relationships end when one person catches feelings that aren't reciprocated. "Friends with Benefits," the movie featuring Mila Kunis and Justin Timberlake, premiered in 2011. The film tells the story of two friends who decide to engage in a sexual relationship while maintaining their friendship. This 2011 movie would be a great c...

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25Jan By Mariam EmilyNo Comments

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The Jivamukti method of yoga

Jivamukti method of yoga covers the physical, humane, and spiritual practices of Yogis. This yoga combines exercise, a vinyasa-based physical style with adherence to five central tenets. David Life and Sharon Gannon introduced the Jivamukti method of yoga in 1984. Along with being a full-fleshed body workout, yoga has to be a workout for the mind providing inner cleansing and serenity. The Jivamukti method of yoga helps improve the spiritual growth of the yogi. Five Principal Doctrines of the  Have a fantastic week ahead! There are five principal doctrines of the Jivamukti method of yoga: Shastra: One of the Jivamukti doctrines is the Shastra, which means “written manuscript”, which studies the four central verses of yoga. Bhakti: Is the practice of devotion to God and the...

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