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2013-08-10T23:30:00.001-07:00

2013-08-10T06:52:00.009-07:00

ARTICLE TITLE: YOUR BRAND IMAGE IS YOUR SUCCESS IMAGE

To brand a product or service entails more than packaging the product; it includes giving the product or service an identity to hold unto in today’s market.

Now just try and figure out how branding of a person’s personality would be like. Personality branding encourages a boost of confidence in one and it entails giving yourself a distinct definition and identity in today’s world.

For example, the queen of England’s personal image is more recognized than even some other queens; while? it’s simply due to personal branding and not just the wealth she carries. The same goes to other powerful and most respected people in the world.

“The way you dress is the way you will be addressed”. That’s true but for only first impressions and encounters which could be retained or discarded from another person’s mind. What registers you, your product, service or your company in the public’s heart even after the first impression or advertisement encounter is the quality or standard you or your brand carries plus the originality and uniqueness in your brand and your style.

Remember I said “originality”- that is being me even when others aren’t around –and- “Uniqueness”- being special and known for something distinct in character, style, confidence, hardwork, leadership traits, skills, e.t.c. Uniqueness comes with creativity and this is what stands you out and certainly carves out a niche for you.

Your brand should truly speak volume of who you are within and without, it’s not about faking it or trying to act like someone else, it’s simply being matured and truthful. Pleasing others even at the expense of setting a goodwill or positive image about the brand you represent would lead to your downfall.

As a person, never settle for less, look at the resources you have and try to make something good out of it to look up to standard; for your product or service, always strive to obtain quality tools, raw-materials or goods; inferior materials must be excluded. This would then increase your good image, customer patronage or people’s compliment and increase your success in life.

Also, do more research into how to make your brand better; if you are a motivational speaker for instance, you could take a few classes on presentation and etiquette skills, attend seminars in different fields, meet with other experts or successful people in different fields, e.t.c.

You must also have a mentor or guardian to look up to or study and put you through different branding styles or strategies fit for you, your business, product or service. All of these plus many more only helps your brand image to be your success image.

2013-08-10T06:52:00.007-07:00

ARTICLE TITLE: YOUR BRAND IMAGE IS YOUR SUCCESS IMAGE

To brand a product or service entails more than packaging the product; it includes giving the product or service an identity to hold unto in today’s market.

2013-08-09T03:31:00.001-07:00

THE BENEFITS OF PLAYING “THE WAITING GAME”

Written by: Boluwatife Nathaniel Awofadeju

Waiting and standing on one point is simply a game. “Life changes everyday but sometimes it feels like life is on a stand-still” – do you sometimes have that feeling daily? Well, if you do, that is totally normal.

First of all to really survive your moments of delay, see it in two folds and think of it in two dimensions. It might be a test of your faith from God on how you can hold on to him till you get due answers or it might be that some protocols are being over-ridden on the way to getting you your required results.Always note that everybody has his or her moment of joy and celebration and their very own moment to shine in domination. The most celebrated individuals in life are celebrated today simply because of the way that they conquered life even when they were faced with situations that looked or seemed like a dilemma. In all, the focal point here is on resilience and determination. Never forget this- no matter the situation that you are going through at the moment, God is always there to see you through; he is closer to you than you ever think, he is not far as you presume but he is near and standing by your side to hearing your pleas, guiding your footsteps in this journey of life and helping you out.

Or perhaps you are not working on your clear-cut purpose or mission on earth. Have you taken the time to always ask from God for your divine assignment in this world? If you have not done so, then ask him to reveal it to you and to speak to you in the language that you would understand. If you and you are working towards it and you are on the pathway thereof (that is, you are on course and in motion); then congratulations, enjoy your days of personal fulfilment because nothing feels better than living a fulfilled life. But if you are the stubborn type that is not ready to follow suit, then you would just be wasting your time, energy and effort in doing things that are not necessary even if money is spinning through such means; it still would not last long and to you, life may just be revolving in circles but if par adventure it does, you would grow tired and bored of it. Therefore always note that one’s interest(s) and purpose are two different things. Also, what works for person A does not necessarily have to work for person B or you; the reason being that everybody’s path to success defers, what is applicable and convenient for one person might be applicable and convenient for another, applicable and convenient or not applicable and not convenient in the same vein; you cannot just say or read people’s minds, only God knows best.

Never compare yourself with anyone and never let anyone to look down on you. Thus, always have faith in God for every situation that you face and believe in yourself always. In a unique way, you are great, confident and special and you have got all that it takes to move yourself to the next level, your only opposition is YOU. Do not try to exactly be like someone else, never try to fit into another person’s world because sooner or later, you would not know how to tackle and handle certain situations simply because you have been living in another man’s picture; it is only the original person that you are trying to copy and imitate that can handle such situations with or without stress and having the courage to fully bear the consequences of his or her actions and decisions at that time, so remember to take a clue from that.

Infact, create your own legacy. Though if you feel that continuing in another person’s legacy is what you have interest in and it is your calling or it is what drives you going in life, then go on in such legacy but you can also modify or re-create your style even in such light. You could even create an entirely new brand out of such existing brands and names. Take for instance, the late Fela Kuti and some of his children taking after him or former United States president George W. Bush and his son George W. Bush II or the global business tycoon Wale Adenuga Jnr. having his son working with him to reposition his company’s brand. There is not a crime in that; in as much as you are doing something that is legitimate, economical, ethical or beneficial to people you know, people around you, the community, country and the world at large. Everyone is welcome on board in as much as you are fulfilling destiny, taking territories and touching lives positively then continue in your mission; do not stop until your death because once you stop or die, those connected to you (present and future) could die also or could get their dreams, hopes and aspirations shattered, destroyed or not achieved.

Also, do not dwell on your past or on your past mistakes and errors because the truth is this- your past is simply your past and you cannot erase it but you could use it as a catalyst to correcting and rewriting your own better future. So therefore, think about the future and see your future NOW!!! Forgive yourself for your terrible mistakes, learn from your flaws and errors and MOVE ON; do not hurt yourself and get yourself sad and depressed. Just let it go, do not give yourself unnecessary stigma and do not be moved by the stigma, names or tags that people might give you either because of your past misdeeds and errors or about your present situation or condition. Just take it in good faith, use it as a reason to pray to God asking him for the provision, the strength and the grace to move on and eventually become a success in life.

Keep fit, eat, exercise and empower yourself regularly (both physically, spiritually, mentally, emotionally, academically, socially, financially, sports-wise and so on). Always strive to be a total man, one that is willing to learn from others and still work towards striking a balance in all that you do and striking a balance between work and play. Do not joke with these two things “work” and “play” and give your body adequate time to rest always, it is very important.

Set targets and goals for yourself to keep you moving ahead but remember to be realistic, just as the saying goes ‘Rome was not built in a day’ and ‘it is the little drops of water that makes a mighty ocean’. “Step by Step” are to be your “modus operanda”, never do things in a hurry, do not rush at decisions and actions. Take your time to handle issues properly and be detailed in your work in terms of the quality and content and not just about quantity and size. Remember to always be a critical risk-examiner and a thorough risk-taker but never run away from risks, challenges, leadership positions and opportunities, tasks and responsibilities; it simply makes you stronger and better. So, just find a way of breaking such complex tasks to simple fun-filled tasks, roles and routines for you or simply have a guide or a plan to put you on a steady course to actualising such goals, duties or tasks.

During your waiting period, what do you do with your time? How do you spend your time to your own benefit and for the benefit of others, time is money you know. It is paramount to have a scale of preference on the things that are necessary in life and the things that matter the most; always have a daily, weekly or monthly schedule of the tasks and activities to do. Asides from that for precautionary reasons; do have a backup plan for any task that you want to do, never let life catch you unawares, be prepared for any future occurrence whatsoever. In addition, work on yourself, upgrade your skills, go for trainings, enrol for internship and mentorship programs under seasoned minds and experts in various sectors of the economy (whether it is the private, public or the non-profit sectors) depending on your preference(s)and interests. While learning under your boss or mentor be humble, be willing to learn and take to corrections and instructions, be open-minded and be broad in your thinking and in your perspective about life and the skill or the course that you are learning. You can also attend seminars and free workshops on various skills that you do not even know; it is not so bad as you think you know because no knowledge in life is a waste, it all depends on how best we use the knowledge that we have for a positive venture or cause. Considering the fact that we are living in a tough society and being realistic about life’s issues, it is more preferable to engage yourself in a productive activity than to sit down at home being idle, lazy and doing nothing. Once you have something that can sustain you and keep you going in life, you would be able to settle down and think deeply of the next line of action to take to moving yourself forward.

While in the course of waiting, be sensitive to issues and occurrences that are going on around you even in your business line, your course of study or the skill that you are learning; be vast, versatile and updated because change waits for no man, all of these are still part of the process of upgrading oneself. While doing that, be open to criticisms and know how best to handle comments from different people. It is wisdom that is the principal thing so never take all issues personal; at the same time do not overlook certain issues or comments that people make irrespective of the kind of upbringing, class or status the person that is suggesting such ideas to you are coming from. Never look down on people and do not underestimate the potential in anyone; you do not know their future and you do not know where else you two could meet yourselves, which is while it is good to be good, to be kind and to sow a seed of love and kindness to everyone around you. Forgive and forget about your differences with others at least just to live a healthy life and to take yourself to the next level.

And in terms of criticisms and comments from people about you, the kind of business that you are doing, the goods and services that you produce or render to other people; be ready for anything. Your foes would simply be jealous and they would see nothing good in what you do, your friends could like you, your goods and services and your business in general but true friends would be frank, honest and factual with you. Though some of the comments and reactions may come as a shock to you and that is if you were not ready for them or if you least expected them; still greater shock and revelations would be unveiled when you dig-deep and carry out secret investigations about your business, staff and your staff behaviour and conduct and amazing revelations about your company’s overall goodwill and image even in the eyes of the public.

While waiting be rational, critical, analytical and realistic about the decisions and options that you are going to take in the next phase of your life, business, political race, career or ministry. Make out time to think through your actions and decisions especially on the immediate and future effects that these decisions would have on other individuals inclusive of their dependant(s). In short, learn to think with your heart and not your head, this means that you should always be a rational thinker. But be smart and wise in your dealings with people, learn from your mistakes and the mistakes of others (experience people say is the best teacher, remember) and when you are faced with life’s little puzzles to put together or solve, talk to God and then ask people (especially elders, mentors, colleagues, religious leaders, your team members and so on) irrespective of the position, the social, educational and financial status that you have or of those of the people that you are seeking for advice from; it depends on your manner of approach or the way that you table your issues to them, remember – it is wisdom that is the key to solving life’s issues and avoiding future disputes. This has definitely answered questions about situations when one is faced with sudden events that needs urgent attention and prompt actions. Remember that as humans, we cannot know all things and that is while teamwork sometimes helps. Asides from that what matters is the person and the places that you run to for help when such situations or events occur.

In addition as a smart person, you must also be ready to pay the price for success; do not be in a hurry to make it in life by trying to cut corners on your way to the top, learn from your little beginnings and be thankful and grateful to God for everyday that you live to experience the two sides of life’s coin – that is, be grateful and thankful for the good and bad times, just pick out the little lessons that you have gained from such experiences; use it to better yourself and your daily activities and add it to your wealth of wisdom, knowledge and experience(s), it will simply aid your growth and charge you to always be proactive and vigilant to life’s issues. Asides from that, do not limit yourself in your dreams, your goals and aspirations. Do not limit God’s ability to helping you succeed, think big and live big; begin to live the big picture now all in moderation (that is, do not do things out of proportion and out of your full capacity), dress properly, improve on your diction, social, interpersonal and public speaking skills, improve on your oral/dental and body health, your body odour and personal hygiene; just take good care of yourself, be presentable and marketable always because it is not a crime to package and brand yourself and your business in a different light.

Do not mingle with mediocres and negatively influencing people, they simply stain and dent your image; have great and positive friends, role models and icons that you look up to everyday. This simply means that you must be unique, dynamic, different and special everyday; you have to stand-out of the crowd and carry yourself with high self-esteem, prestige and confidence (truly speaking that is not pride in any sense of it), that is what would position you to be THE STAR even amongst other stars; if you do that daily, then you would even surpass your very own expectations and the high expectations of others as well, the sky would not just be your limit but it would be your very own starting point.

Be honest in all of your dealings with people and be a man or woman of integrity. Always stand by your words and let your words tally with your actions. Be hardworking because there is no food for the lazy man; put in your very best into everything that you do and leave the rest to God’s hands because in due time you would eventually come to realise the fact that in all, your waiting was not in vain; it was simply for a gain – YOUR GAIN and it was indeed for a due and genuine reason.

BOLUWATIFE NATHANIEL AWOFADEJU

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2013-08-08T06:38:00.005-07:00

Woah!!! It's being awhile. Well, to celebrate this special month of AUGUST, to thank God for life in general and to encourage someone out there, I will be rolling out five of my favourite articles via FAB SCHOOLS blog: (www.fabschools.blogspot.com). Here is the list:

August 9: The benefits of playing "the waiting game".
August 10: Your brand image is your success image.
August 17: Idea generation, Money creation.
August 23: Cashless Economy Phase II: How prepared is Nigeria for the new move? (RE-ISSUE).
August 28: The Power of Connections and Networks.

Comments and suggestions are totally welcomed. Send your thoughts to: boludearie@gmail.com.
So WATCH OUT for these due dates via (www.fabschools.blogspot.com).
THANK YOU VERY MUCH.

2013-03-30T09:52:00.002-07:00

CASHLESS ECONOMY PHASE II: HOW PREPARED IS NIGERIA FOR THE NEW MOVE?

Written by: Boluwatife Nathaniel Awofadeju.

The introduction of the cashless economy initiative by the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) though it is not a new initiative but a good step in the right direction of preserving and improving financial transactions that are done within the economy. Phase one of this initiative was implemented in Lagos state, Nigeria and it included the introduction of more ATM machines, POS terminals, the use of more ATM cards for business transactions, internet banking transactions and mobile banking platforms and the setup of maximum amounts to be deductable by individuals or corporate bodies over the counter in one day transaction.

All of these are tools already applicable outside the shores of Nigeria but lessons gained from the Lagos story shows that enlightment of the populace needed to be improved upon as well as the enlightment of individuals especially those living in rural communities on how to enjoy mobile banking transactions from their various commercial banks. According to the Head, Shared Services CBN, Mr. Chidi Umeano; rural communities were barely captured (in terms of mobile banking services) in the Lagos project by a mere forty percent, still he is fully confident that the apex bank would be able to improve on past errors and misdeeds that occurred in the Lagos project to make such corrections serve as a guide in the implementation of the second stage of the cashless policy project.

In a recent interview conducted on Channels Television’s programme “BUSINESS THIS MORNING”, Mr. Chidi explains that the second phase would be implemented in Aba, Abuja, Port-Hartcourt, Borno, Kaduna and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Abuja. According to him, these places coupled with Lagos form the major areas where more bulky financial transactions are conducted in the country. For each of the states, the state co-ordinators in each of the CBN branches would be responsible for the full implementation and awareness creation of the policy in their various domains; starting from within the state branches to conducting meetings with commercial banks and other financial institutions within each state chapter and the eventual awareness preparation that would be given to the individuals living within the various states.

Pecularities and unique features in the different states and the nature of business and financial activities would also be thoroughly considered as what is a peculiar feature in the terrains of one state might be different from that of another, therefore solutions and suggestions for improvements of the cases applicable for each of the states might be different as well. Mr. Chidi also believes that if at least fifty to sixty percent of the overall goal of the cashless economy initiative is been achieved; it would eventually be great for the country; implying that the policies, decisions and plans that would be made by the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) would be more effective for the economy; as the formal sectors which forms the major driving force of Nigeria would be positively affected by these actions and decisions.

Asides from the preparatory stage being implemented; select individuals within each of the state branches of the CBN known as “cashless champions” are also going to be coordinators of the cashless initiative in their CBN organizations and the states as well. In addition, a new customer complaint department has being established within the walls of the CBN; this department would be responsible for receiving queries, questions, suggestions and so on from customers as regards to their reaction to the initiative before and when the policy would be established.

Though; it may be a new development that might initially affect ones’ spending capacity, saving ability and standard of living; but in due time, Nigerians would eventually be prudent in their spending as this initiative is meant to reduce high cashflow in circulation within the economy by 80%, increase more access and channels of investments and more convenience in investing and reduce cost of capital and the cost of services that banks and other financial institutions offer to their customers. He stated that if Nigerians are being charged any amount for transacting business with their ATM cards in any bank ATM machine whatsoever, such individual(s) have the right to report the treatment they receive to the CBN customer compliant department. This and any other queries can be forwarded to them for immediate treatment.

The question now is this “how prepared are Nigerians for this new move”. Illiteracy must be erased in this economy for full understanding of this concept especially for our rural dwellers. Let’s accept change now; it’s the best solution for Nigeria’s move to the next level. If you don’t fully get the terrain of things as regards this initiative, then ask people and qualified experts for proper explanations, be IT complaint and surf on the net regularly, watch or listen to business, investment programs or adverts on the television and on the radio, read newspapers and magazines, go to your bank or financial institution and ask questions; be informed always, as the saying goes “knowledge is power”, don’t be caught in the dark so that you won’t be left alone when the ship comes to take its passengers, we all must get to the promised land together. Don’t be passive to change, accept it, apply and adapt it to your life and grow in it; Nigerians change is coming soon, are you ready for it?

BOLUWATIFE NATHANIEL AWOFADEJU

(+2348132327213)

(boludearie@yahoo.com)

2013-03-30T09:51:00.003-07:00

NIGERIA’S SAFETY, INTEGRITY AND POTENTIAL ON THE RED LINE

Written by: Boluwatife Nathaniel Awofadeju.

What is going on in our country is really disturbing and shocking to know. How can a state lack the ability to be able to protect itself? The recent assassination of the Commissioner of Police of Kwara state in Nigeria shows that the security situation in Nigeria needs to be looked into again. While is it now that the state’s House of Assembly is just suggesting the installation of CCTV cameras and security systems in all state buildings and facilities and in public places; this should be something that should be done with the construction, maintenance and rehabilitation of roads and street lights within the state.

Though the state cannot be entirely blamed for this but if the truth is to be told, would the

state’s Police command really fish out and publicly announce the culprits who are responsible for these killings? We all know the way cases of criminals are being handled and even when such cases are related to guilty top personalities and celebrities, we never hear of their verdict or the stories and information surrounding their trials. For instance, the Bola Ige trial or Abiola and his late wife’s trial which is still ongoing after over a decade ago; both the Police and judicial system are very porous and need adequate checks and balances.

Thank God that investigation is ongoing; on various allegations filed against corrupt and unjust

judges in Nigeria; this proves that nobody is above the law and the law is above everybody and it has definitely increased the public’s confidence in the authencity of Nigeria’s law and the genuinety and fairness of judgements and the decision making process made in Nigerian courts. If Israel through one of its institute can challenge the Nigerian government to keep up the good work of tackling corruption citing examples of some of its past presidents and ministers who are currently in jail or are on trail for allegations made against them for the illegalities they have done during their tenure of office, then Nigeria can do so.

If the great cyclist and cheat Dave Armstrong could be physically stripped off all his Tour de

France titles and his only Olympic medal plus all the endowments and sponsorship he got throughout his illegal cycling year – all occurring in the greatest and most powerful country in the world – the United States of America, then Nigeria – the giant of Africa is no exception. Though the title “the giant of Africa” is gradually slipping off from our hands, economic and wealth inequality is on the rise, the potential of the citizenry are not fully utilized, no jobs are available for unemployed graduates and no incentives for them; all of these would eventually force them to take heed to crime and other fraudulent practices; and then assassinations, kidnapping, ritual killings, rape and murder and armed robbery (whether physical or cyber-theft) would be the order of the day, can one really blame them for all of this?

As for me, I do not support crime but I canvass for peace and justice for the fellow Nigerian. I am still happy hearing from our finance and economic minister, Dr. Ngozi claiming that she is solidly working and supporting the poor and average Nigerian and I am fully inspired by the level of progress prominent people like Alhaji Dangote has done in the Nigerian economy, not only him but other renowned personalities like Professor Pat Utomi, Professor Wole Soyinka, Professor Chinua Achebe, Pastor Tunde Bakare, Pastor and Pastor (Mrs) E.A Adeboye, Pastor and Pastor (Mrs) Sam Adeyemi, the Kennis Music group; the entire entertainment and sports industry, e.t.c, these are various elements that are representing Nigeria on the global ladder, with all of these elements, while shouldn’t we be encouraged to raise Nigeria up.

My message is for the ordinary citizens of this country, don’t waste your time believing that the government would feed you and meet all of your needs, think of what you can contribute to the country’s growth, be enterprising, set up your own business but with a global touch and feel, gain necessary skills and competence; attend workshops, seminars and trainings; do not be idle, always think of something positive and economical to do, an activity that would not only benefit you and your family but would impact on your immediate community, the country and the world at large. Nigerians overseas please do not forget your fatherland, whether you like it or not, this is your home; the earlier we all come together to build up this country, the faster our pace and rate of progress. And for Nigerians at home; those at the top or bottom of the ladder should come together; a sovereign national conference or at least regular national forums should be conducted, think-tank groups and committees should be formed; ideas should be embraced from all corners, critical sectors and industries like power, agriculture, education, entertainment, works and housing, manufacturing, sports and youth development and the financial services sector should be looked into; and not only the petroleum sector that should take center stage in Nigeria’s revenue generation.

To be sincere, even if the petroleum sector accounts for a major percentage of the national GDP^*, if all the oil of this country finishes today, what do we fall back on? Honestly, science, technology and innovation amongst budding Nigerians and technocrats should be encouraged, less of importation should be encouraged; support and incentives for local producers should be provided; the creative industry (that is the arts, music, movie and theatrical sectors) should be properly structured, I believe that things in this sector should be properly documented and organized, the sector ought to have a peculiar minister in charge of its activities; these are really untapped markets that the Nigerian government is not taking proper look into. Who says that we cannot have entertainment villages, movie theaters and more animation studios that can make our “Nollywood” sector to fully compete with America’s “Hollywood”.

I charge all Nigerians to brace up, wake up from their slumber, we are not where we ought to be and till we get to our destination, we should never give up or lose hope on our country’s potential because with due time we will be great, it is only a matter of time; yes we will, if only we believe in Nigeria and see the positive side it holds for us, the faster we become united and do the right things at the right time, the faster we get there. God bless Nigeria, God bless Africa, God bless the world.

^*KEY: GDP - Gross Domestic Product

BOLUWATIFE NATHANIEL AWOFADEJU

(+2348132327213)

(boludearie@yahoo.com)

2013-01-12T23:55:00.001-08:00

Just a little advice to everyone out there- learn to start your day with GOD in mind. Here is just a little way to talk to GOD, believe me he surely listens and he would answer your call. Happy sunday everyone and have a wounderful week ahead.

SHOW YOURSELF

For those who think we are losers,

Show yourself strong,

Please stand for me at this dark hour,

I need you to survive.

I need your strength to pass this test,

I need the faith to believe,

Because I have got nothing left in me.

For those that think that we would amount to nothing,

Show yourself strong,

Prove to them that you are still powerful,

And still kind, sweet and helpful,

And to swift and quick to meet all of our needs,

Even our desires and unrequested wishes,

I need you to turn my shame to joy,

To take me from grass to grace,

To change my story even in this earthly race,

And to make me finish at the fastest pace.

I am down but you can lift me up,

You can mould me and shape me to the best of your perfections,

You can raise me high to surpass my limits,

And elevate me to the top right from my low-level status,

You can change my destiny

You can rewrite my story

I know all of your capacities

But I need the strength to hold on

And the faith to stay strong.

I really need your help,

And I really desire my breakthrough now,

It’s only you that can help me now,

Please, arise for my case,

Show yourself as my warrior,

And show yourself strong and mighty,

Restore all of my past possessions,

And renew me with new inclusions.

Great One,

If you can hear me,

I need you,

I truly do.

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2013-01-02T14:02:00.004-08:00

Happy new year folks... welcome to the year 2013 the year of signs and wounders.

FOR YOUR ENJOYMENT HERE'S A REMINDER OF "DROPLETS" ONE OF OUR FAVOURITE WRITE-UPS OF THE PREVIOUS YEAR

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

Life indeed plays some sort of stunt on us, a stunt or event for our favour or not. There are incidences that are truly unexplainable, codes and signs undecodable, characters that are simply amazing and elements all surrounding. These little bits and pieces create a large frame of pictures joined together and a large stage for all elements to unfold with its own set of twists and turns.

If we indeed inquire about too much to find out answers to certain questions, we would truly be left in the dark. As some questions can’t give us any clue at all and will therefore leave us hanging and behind. All we can do is to sit tight, forget about our questions about life and simply play along and play our own part right.

EXPECTATIONS AND ASPIRATIONS

We all have dreams and future ambitions, expectations and aspirations. We all desire to get to a certain level of success; this level is simply the point at which we can then fully decide to take a break to have our rest and enjoy the gains from our labour on earth.

Such expectations in certain areas of our life could eventually be met or accomplished, others could seem unconquerable and unrealistic to achieve. But to get our dreams actualized, we have to stay determined keep dreaming, believing and working towards them being a reality.

It’s only if we see the image of our future then can we see the destination that lies ahead. So therefore, let’s keep the fire burning, let’s keep our passion rekindled, our dreams and visions fresh and our expectations, desires, ambitions and aspirations alive now and always up until our future turns out to be the big picture previously envisioned by us.

INVESTIGATIONS AND REVELATIONS

As our intuitiveness leads us into testing and investigating various issues that beat our curious thoughts about life and the various events that occur in it; we will begin to see shagging revelations or truths to correct various lies that have been told to us in the past.

Some of these new found revelations would just be confirmations of the findings that we must have made about life and various characters in it. So therefore, whatever truths or lie that comes along the way during the process of investigating and researching on various myths, tales and stories about life is solely left to us to choose whether to take, accept and believe them or to reject and disapprove of them, the choice is entirely ours to decide.

ANSWERS AND SOLUTIONS

Our findings and revelations would provide us with varying answers to our questions to our questions and help to serve as a guide that will offer to us the way(s) we can solve some or all of our problems.

Life indeed throws shocking answers to us and most times the response we get could be quite commendable, impressive and heart-warming or be shocking, alarming and heart breaking; whatever response we get should not be puzzled when we receive them.

Don’t be dazzled when your enemies could be your friends and your trusted friends could be your foes; just be prepared for any surprises and have an open mind to viewing things, situations, judging people and giving advice to others; don’t be bias and don’t compromise or let your guard down for just any cheap opportunity that comes your way. Always remember the saying “all that glitters is not gold”.

Be tactical, prayerful and wise to handle situations and life challenges with total maturity. Life could be unpredictable, so be unpredictable in some of your doings especially being unpredictable for your enemies, foes and competitors; it adds spice to your life and makes you get hold of your enemies without them being aware of your present or future attack.

But be realistic, optimistic and confident that the solution that you would choose out of your various alternatives (or replacement/plans/options) is the right one that would be the nail on the hammer, the final finishing touch to the output of your hardwork; the one that will take you places, one that will lift and exalt you high and above your contemporaries and one that will make you dine with people with great wealth and of great dynasty, kings and queens, prince and princesses, presidents and prime-ministers, ambassadors and widely acclaimed organizations and entities and many more top global leaders of our present age, time, era and generation.

SUPPLICATIONS AND APPRECIATION

Appreciation and a sense of gratitude is what we need to cultivate in our lives today. We are not always grateful for the little things the creator has bestowed upon us; all we do is to bring to him our prayers and supplications in order to get answers and solutions.

If you are grateful for the little things that the creator and life brings back to you, then many more good things are in stock for you. Always open your storehouse of blessings with a warm heart of thanksgiving, praise and adoration to the Almighty.

Apart from that; to careful to never submit your petitions and requests with a spirit of unbelief, it could really kill your dream from turning into reality; it reduces the potential of our maker and king from granting all your needs and wishes. You must believe and have faith in him and you also need to be thankful, graceful and grateful to him always. That way, he can do much more than you ever asked, imagined or thought of.

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2012-12-25T03:52:00.001-08:00

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2012-12-24T13:47:00.002-08:00

ARTICLE TITLE: IDEA GENERATION, MONEY CREATION

The graveyard is the place that has the highest amount of ideas and richest resources that the world has never had. Some lost to lack of belief, lack of optimistic zeal to achieve the unachievable, lack of proper nurturing and branding, and so on. Whatever may be the reasons, the truth of the matter is that one’s idea can be the turning point for the global community.

We as humans have dreams and ideas. These two terms are distinct but still inter-related. An idea is a thought up dream or vision waiting for actualization. But the difference between an idea and a fulfilled goal is that the former is only cooked up in the mind while the latter (i.e. achieved and fulfilled goals) are actually worked upon.

To have an idea is not just the only thing one needs to achieve ones goal but to know the secrets to transforming one’s idea into achievable goals is the catalyst for one’s fulfillment in life. This is also what makes a successful business different from others.

In today’s business world, conglomerates, multinationals and the rest stand out as the top business structures used to motivate small-scale organizations, why is this so? The secret is in the fact that these top entities have become fulfilled and accompanied ideas cooked out of actualized long-term goals.

In order to make your generated business idea to turn out to be an actual business success story you need to follow in the footsteps of the wise-ones, those who have tasted from life and have seen its dynamic faces; just as the saying goes “experience is best teacher”. The following are some tip-bits in making your business ideas come to reality.

(a). Purpose-Identification

Know the reason for your existence, tailor your ideas to your dreams and desires. Match your business ideas to your passion and interest. If you are talented in one way or the other; if you are skilled or gifted in doing one thing or the other, then stream-line your business idea in such direction; that way when you actually face some challenges, your passion would still be your motivator and driving factor for staying in your business line.

(b). Mind-Creation

As earlier said, start with a positive outlook to create a unique idea that when it actually materalise, it would turn-out to benefit you and your community. It must be an entity that would contribute positively to the society.

You may say that what is the link between a business and the society, the answer is simply called: SOCIETAL/ECONOMIC PROBLEMS. Let your business idea be one that would help to solve a lingering crisis or problem in the society, that way you get the goodwill you want for the business, customer-patronage, good sales and turnover.

Do not follow the crowd; not because you see people making it in a business line, means that you would make it in that business line too. Be unique; brand yourself in such a way that when people see you, they see your business.

(c). Written Documentation

The next thing to do is to put down your ideas in writing, list out the numerous business ideas that you have. If you don’t have proper or adequate skills to start up and run the business successfully then take up one or more courses (academic, vocational or technical training) to boost your business knowledge, leadership skills, business morale and confidence as well.

In writing down your business ideas; make out a scale of preference, start with those ideas that are of top priority; place those temporarily non-achievable goals as your long-term business goals and link your short-term achievable goals to the long-term ones; in that way you will know your starting point and your finish line; thus your business would have a written down VISION and MISSION this will therefore prevent it from being diverted away with outer distractions.

(d). Goal-setting

In your written document comes a master-piece known as your business plan. This is the blueprint or the foundation on which you build up your business empire. Make strategic, tactical and operational business plans that is, long, medium and short-term goals with specified years or dates for their accomplishments. Also do regular performance appraisal of yourself and staff (present or intending) towards your contribution to the attainment of your business goals or objectives.

Reward yourself with a treat when you achieve certain steps towards the actualization of your business idea or objectives, at the same time update and upgrade yourself on the latest trends in your intending business line for you not to be swept out of the market due to competition. While learning the strengths and weaknesses of your competitors, try to integrate the lessons gained into your business plan in order to enhance the efficient achievement of your business idea or goals.

(e). Risk Analysis

Then you conduct a SWOT analysis of your strengths and capabilities, weaknesses and inabilities, opportunities and privileges, traits and challenges of the intending business idea.

Consider your present operating market condition; is the environment you intend to start-up your business favourable for business operations?, is the environment endowed with all the needed business resources? (material, capital, human, technological, e.t.c) or do you need to source for your resources elsewhere?; do you have to regularly train your staffs as you are unable to get qualified expertise in your intending organization as at present.

Are you doing business on cash or credit, or cash and credit basis?, what prices, discounts, and so on are you charging on your products?, will they scare/repel or attract more customers to your business? –and- above all the quantity of your business products, efficiency of service delivery and the quantity of goods produced are also to be kept into consideration.

If this is done, do you need to take a loan?, how viable is the type of business, business environment or potential clients to respond to patronize your product in order to incur more revenue that would be used to offset your expenses or debts?

Is your business more capital or labour-intensive in nature?, e.t.c. If you believe that you have the mind to take a risk, then you have the mind to face your challenges. A failure is a coward who walks out of the door at the slightest point of losing a game and facing disappointments when you keep running away from your fears without attacking it and seeing what the result would turn out to be?. Then you are hindering yourself from making mistakes but useful ones that would give you more preventive tips and techniques for avoiding your next pitfall.

(f). Business Survey

This also an integral part of risk analysis as they go hand in hand with each other. Unlike risk analysis which deals more on the individual, business survey deals with the intending business at hand.

Make out questionnaires and give to people in order to know peoples reaction to the existence of your product or service (intending or actual goods and services produced or sold). Also make do with a lot of sample case-failures of failed businesses or business projects/opportunities that other businesses failed to embrace or face.

If you want to be unique, start or innovate a new product or business line that is totally different from other brands but place more emphasis on customer-satisfaction than on profit generation.

And if you the only player in your business market for now do not be too relaxed as few more individuals could rise up to the slate to bring up a business/venture that may match up or surpass your business operations. If you have being well prepared; then you should not be too scared instead switch on to your motivators and provide a product or service that would gain your already lost target audience and to even gain more patronage.

(g). Mentorship

Though on individual consideration this might not be compulsory, but I truly believe that having a mentor or going for business mentorship and networking classes, seminars, awards, e.t.c duly encourages one to put in his/her best for the business. It evens motivate you to be able to motivate others (most especially your staffs) especially when you are introducing your business or new product or service to the public.

A mentor would simply guide you or how to do your business right, things to avoid and investments to make now or never; this is what most business consultants do. This does not mean that you as an individual is not fit to take rational steps and decision as regards your business and it doesn’t really stop you from accepting or rejecting your mentor’s advice or suggestion; because you are still the boss of your own terrain, so take charge and be independent; just note that a little advice might help you.

Still be careful of the kind of people you meet for business advice, they could just be used by your competitors to get your trade secrets or future business plans.

(h). Team Spirit

Remember the saying “united we stand, divided we fall”. This is not only truly for a nation but for businesses as well. If there is no unity, friendliness, cordial and amicable social relations amongst your staffs, your business directors or management and between management and employees, there your business is heading for doom and you are indeed in a great disaster.

One way of ensuring team-spirit is by having your laid-down norms and values that you and your business hold on to and cherish so dearly. Make sure that every single individual goals and targets. But to subject your workers to always think of your business first before other things shouldn’t be done by cohesion or force but by motivation intrinsically or extrinsically through financial, non-financial resources and other motivators.

Also, take time to study and understand your staffs properly, know their individual interest and problems, if this can be solved by your company’s assistance (for example: granting them loan to buy a car, pay their student’s fees, e.t.c); this would really go a long way to revive their spirit and it will simply show that your business cares for them and puts them in mind always. If for this reason you need to get an human resource manager or expert, counselors, auditors, business consultants or managers and so on, please do so; as these individuals are specialized and fully trained organizational behaviourists whose area of expertise is to syudy and profer solutions to human behavior, psychology and organizational conflicts, problems and issues.

But this should be duly thought-through especially after considering your business size, present financial capacity or ability to keep retaining such experts in your organization or the cost of bringing them from outside into your organization for their routine observation and study for their periodic check-up on your business.

Also, ensure discipline and proper sanctioning of unproductive and unethical behavior exhibited by your business staffs and management always. This will duly keep everyone on their toes and make all members of the business (both staff and management or top business officials) realize the fact that you are in no silly game at all; and that everyone is in for serious business and efficient in terms of their contribution to your business as a whole. Always be professional in your dealings with your director’s staff and customers or clients as well.

(i). Resource Mobilisation

This simply means the gathering the necessary resources needed for business [land for the business location and siting for raw-material, labour for the provision of quality services or the inclusion of an helping hand in the production of your goods and services, the right kind (in terms of quality and quantity) of labour whether it is skilled, unskilled or semi-skilled that is needed for your production process must also be put into due consideration].

Then you need to consider the means of sourcing for capital (whether monetary or plants and machinery) and then your own duties as the entrepreneur in charge of your firm.

You must also avoid working as a business man but as an entrepreneur always, know the skills, knowledge and competence needed for you to effectively run your business and then gather all of these resources with immediate and efficient utilization of them, only then can your business soar high like the eagle in the sky.

(j). Little Beginnings

Do not back down at the very time you face any challenge in your business (whether financial issues or the challenges of the public’s initial acceptance of your new business, products or services, or the challenges of investors contributing into larger and well established firms (due to their risk of loss of capital invested in terms of liquidation of the firm) instead of them investing in your own firm, e.t.c).

Whatever the challenges are, do not give up so easily, Rome was not built in a day and as the saying goes “the journey to the top of one’s success starts with just a little step”. Don’t be afraid or scared to take the step; believe in yourself and brace-up to face the challenges of your little beginnings. If you do, then you would eventually move up to the top and certainly have good stories to tell the very end of the day.

NOTE:

With all of these pointers being laid out and carefully followed and monitored in your business line; you are sure to getting your own head start in life. Remember, it all begins from your heart, your mind, your thoughts and your idea. Transform your idea today in order to generate the millions for your tomorrow.

Idea generation and money creation is the reigning thing now, it is what is invoke, do not be found slacking, do not be found wanting and do not be caught unawares. Make a change for yourself, your family and your dependents today. Do make a change now because the world is counting on you to do so.

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2012-10-27T03:23:00.003-07:00

ARTICLE TITLE: DEALING WITH CHANGE

Change is a new development in a trend or series, a sector or industry, e.t.c. Change could be positive or negative to individuals most especially businesses. What makes most blue-chip companies still relevant in today’s business-world is their ability to anticipate or predict a future change and being able to adequately plan and deal with such change when it actually comes.

As a business person new in the industry, how do you intend to dominate the market without being a loser due to new products or services introduced by your competitors most especially the “the big players” or already known monopolies.

No matter the resource constraint you have got, always try your best to get the most qualified individuals to your organization. Improve your leadership style to be more democratic and participatory, your performance appraisal and reward system should be fair, your control and reporting system should be as flexible as possible as your workers should be free enough to approach you or your management for their needs and also provide new ideas or concepts for your organization.

Creativity and initiative should be increased regularly, learn to engage everyone’s thoughts, ideas and feelings about forming a new business product or service, concept or brand, e.t.c –OR- expanding the business horizon in an already existing one. Therefore you as a boss should never be intimidating at all, all manner of pride and social-prejudice (like social-class existence, e.t.c) should be excluded; everyone should be seen as equal and the feeling of oneness or unity must truly exist between all business members (whether top-management, middle-managers/supervisors and the lower-level staffs).

You just wouldn’t know if the next big idea or concept for your firm could come from even your most unrecognized staff.

Apart from this, always compare your company’s performance with that of others or the latest industry’s index or standard; it makes you know while other companies are thick and special in the heart of their customers (either in their dividend pay-out, products, pricing or sales promotion, staff motivation, welfare and development, e.t.c) and your business not. It also makes you to be able to detect your weaknesses or failures, and to set-up your next line of action for update on the use of your information technology tools, machines and softwares in your company. Business tools and softwares like Peach-Tree, Sage Business, Paladium, Quick-Books, Business-In-a-Box, e.t.c must be regularly used and updated at all times in your business.

And do not be surprised if your expected outcome or your predicted event doesn’t turnout the very way you think it would, that’s why it’s good to have a PLAN B, a second route to the top and an accurate path to your company’s success.

Be careful of intruders or actors used by your competitors to survey your business in order to get your trade-secrets; if this is blown out in the open then you are simply dead for it. Protect your image wisely and deal with your staffs and agents properly, make sure you truly attend to their needs and that they duly represent your business positively and professionally.

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2012-10-17T13:09:00.002-07:00

ARTICLE TITLE: YOUR BRAND IMAGE IS YOUR SUCCESS IMAGE

To brand a product or service entails more than packaging the product; it includes giving the product or service an identity to hold unto in today’s market.

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2012-10-16T13:53:00.003-07:00

Okonjo-Iweala defends budget of N43million to fumigate Ministry of Finance

The Ministry of Finance has risen to defend its 2013 budget which included a plan to fumigate the Ministry at the cost of N43,381,673 , claiming the proposed budget is “prudent and reasonable.”

Despite the widespread condemnation that greeted the planned fumigation of the Ministry with N43 million, the Ministry in a statement on Monday stated that “the proposed annual budget for cleaning and fumigating the premises of the ministry at N43,381,673 is certainly within the parameters of industry standards.”

The statement signed by the Senior Special Assistant to the Coordinating Minister for the Economy and Minister of Finance, Mr Paul C Nwabuikwu, noted that “it is also important to keep in mind that the ministry is facing serious structural and environment challenges which have made these services very necessary” as he seeks to explain the need for the fumigation.

The Ministry has faced a massive outcry following a breakdown of the 2013 budget that revealed that the nation’s treasury will be spending that much on fumigation.

Responding to the backlash, the Ministry claimed it total budget proposal of N5,599,576,180, “represents 0.11% of the entire budget estimates”, while “the budget for the Ministry together with its agencies is N14,759,952,111.”

“This comes to 0.30% of the total budget” it explained, adding that “the provisions made for personnel, overheads, sitting allowances and travels, training and so on are modest and justifiable.”

The statement listed the agencies as Debt Management Office, Budget Office of the Federation, Office of the Accountant-General of the Federation, Investment and Securities Tribunal and the National Insurance Commission.

The statement from the Ministry, urged Nigerians to “keep in mind that the ministry pays for a lot of studies and investigations done for other parts of government in various areas of economic reform, including pensions, public service reforms, housing and mortgage etc.”

“It also hosts experts from within and outside the country in technical sessions and meetings in line with its mandate” Mr Nwabuikwu stated.

The statement concluded that the Ministry under the leadership of Dr Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala is “very conscious of its key role and will continue to lead by example in areas under its mandate.”

“The focus as always is on managing the finances of the country in a manner that protects and enhances the interests of the country” it concluded.

SOURCE: www.channelstv.com.

2012-10-16T13:34:00.002-07:00

2013 Budget: FG to spend N33.5m on newspapers

The Federal Government has earmarked the sum of N33, 538, 541. 00 for newspapers and magazines in 2013 fiscal year. Also, the sum of N1,035,319,145 would be used for international travels in next year.

Out of the budgeted amount, the State House will spend N14,471,035,290, while organisations under the presidency will share the balance of N21,074,538,012.

Details of the budget presented to the joint sitting of the National Assembly by President Goodluck Jonathan showed that the Aso Rock would spend N1,510,196,766 on personnel; N7,476,942,490 on overhead and N8,987,139,260 as recurrent expenditure.

In 2013, N7,476,942 would be spent on local travels, transport and training; N1,035,319,145 on international travels while N783,893,950 would be spent on foodstuff and refreshment. Also, N133,175,453 was proposed for purchase and maintenance of generating sets; N19,250,000 on books; N2,879,000,000 on repair and renovation of buildings; N95,890,530 on computer software and N148,105,373 on electricity charges.

For organisations under the presidency, the Bureau of Public Enterprises (BPE) would get N435,576,907; Bureau of Public Procurement (BPP), N2,969,674,599; Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), N9,328,135,023; NEITI, N953,889,454; National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA), N1,302,722,111; Boundary Commission, N796,972,338, while the Nigeria Atomic Energy Commission would receive N2,776,896,310.

It will be recalled that President Jonathan, while presenting the 2013 budget, christened: “Fiscal Consolidation with Inclusive Growth,” said the goal was to help attain government’s vision of making Nigeria one of the top 20 economies in the world by 2020.

He said the 2013 budget was also built on the efforts to improve on how government’s businesses were being done. To achieve the task of providing jobs for Nigerians and boost development of infrastructure, the budget provided more funding in the priority sectors, which included power, transportation, water, agriculture and security.

Other key allocations in the budget under reference are: works, N183.5 billion; power, N74.26 billion; education, N426.53 billion; health, N279.23 billion; defence, N348.91 billion; police, N319.65 billion, while and agriculture and rural development would take N81.41 billion.

SOURCE: www.channelstv.com.

2012-10-16T13:25:00.002-07:00

Why police could not save the UNIPORT students – IGP

Police officers were chased away with stones by the mob that attacked and killed the four students of the University of Port Harcourt, in Aluu, Rivers state, the Inspector General of Police (IGP), Mohammed Abubakar has revealed.

The IGP in a statement issued on Monday in Abuja, explained that the chasing away of the police officers was why the police failed to save the four students who were gruesomely killed by the mob in Aluu.

The Police boss explained that his men were chased away with stones by the mob attacking the boys. He said when a reinforced team of policemen returned to the scene, the boys had been killed and burnt by the mob.

“On 5th October, 2012 at about 0700Hrs, based on a distress call that some armed robbers were arrested at Omukiri-Aluu area in Ikwerre LGA, a patrol team of four Policemen from Isiokpo Divisional Police Headquarters was dispatched to the area, a distance of about 10kms. The Police on getting to the scene met a mob attack on four victims who were supposedly the suspected armed robbers. Attempt made by the Police Patrol Team to take over the suspects were met with stiff opposition from the mob who chased the team with stones” the statement read.

“Consequently, the Patrol Team called for reinforcements, but unfortunately, upon the arrival of the reinforcements, the alleged armed robbery suspects have been stoned and burnt to death, while the mob immediately took to their heels.”

“The corpses were recovered by the Police who by then have been joined by members of the Joint Task Force (JTF)” the statement added.

The students killed were: Ugunna Obuzor- aged 18 Years; 200 Level Geology student; Lloyd Toku- aged 19 Years; 200 Level Civil Engineering student; Tekena Elkanah- aged 20 Years, a Diploma Technical student and Chiadaka Odinga- aged 20 Years, 200 Level Theatre Arts student.

The Inspector General’s statements confirmed criticisms by witnesses that the police simply abandoned the students to their fate when they got to the scene of lynching.

A relation of one of the victims actually accused the police of encouraging the mob to kill the boys. Mr Abubakar said the Police immediately launched an investigation leading to the arrest (based on information) of Alhaji Hassan Welewa, the Traditional Ruler of Omukiri Community, Aluu where the heinous incident took place and 18 others, some of whom are members of the vigilante group of the community.

According to the police “intelligence report implicated Alhaji Hassan Welewa, as being the person who incited the mob to unleash terror on the victims.” “Further investigation conducted by the police indicates that four (4) suspects, namely: Felemo Solomon; Cynthia Chinwo; Ozioma Abajuo and Chigozie Samuel Evans have been closely linked to this barbarous act.”

Mr Abubakar gave the assurance that the perpetrators of the Aluu massacre will be made to face the law, saying “may I assure Nigerians that the Police Force will do everything legitimate, within its capacity, to ensure that perpetrators of these dastardly acts at Aluu in Rivers State are identified and made to face the law”

Explaining the reason that lead to the boys visit to Aluu, the statement revealed that “the victims had gone to the area where they met their unfortunate death earlier that morning to demand for money allegedly owed to them by Coxson Lelebori Lucky, alias ‘Bright’, who raised a false alarm that the victims were armed robbers.”

“Although, Coxson has gone underground, Detectives are on his trail” the statement added. Abubakar said the police have in the meantime made a massive deployment of Policemen to the area, including detectives to assist the State Police Command, adding that “investigation is ongoing with efforts being intensified to track down others who are involved in the incident. Those who are found culpable shall be prosecuted.”

“Normalcy has been restored in the area, while the situation in the area, especially in the University and other tertiary institutions are being closely monitored with a view to forestalling any untoward reactions. “Efforts are being intensified to establish the motive(s) behind this crime, arrest all who may be directly or indirectly connected with the crime and eventually bring all indicted persons to book.” “I wish to use this medium to advice and appeal to Nigerians to see it as their civic obligation in the fight against crime and criminality, to assist security agencies in the discharge of their responsibility. Security is everybody’s responsibility and so, should not be abandoned in the hands of security agencies alone. The maximum cooperation of the public is needed to ensure that Nigeria is safe for all” the Police boss appealed to all Nigerians.

He called on Nigerians to discourage the vigilante mentality saying “Nigerians are further reminded to avoid taking laws into their hands, as two wrongs can never make a right. More so, it is criminal and against the laws of the land and those that do so will surely be made to face the full wrath of the law.”

The IGP also appealed to citizens who might have information touching on this and other on-going Police investigation not to hesitate in turning over such information to the Nigeria Police Force.

SOURCE: www.channelstv.com.

2012-10-12T13:56:00.000-07:00

JUNGLE JUSTICE VERSUS MODERN CIVILISATION: Which turn is Nigeria taking?

The case of the recent death and killings of four University of Port-Harcourt (UNIPORT) Nigeria students by an angry mob on Friday the 5^th of October, 2012 in Omuokiri Aluu community in Ikwere local government area of Rivers state, Nigeria under allegations that these men were robbers just echoes the thoughts and feelings of civilized people (including the international community) who are truly upset about such inhumane treatment given on these undergraduates.

Are we still living in ancient times where war and violence amongst communities were seen as the major issue that took place? or are we living in the 21^st century era? What are we saying then, that we do not exist in a democratic setting? or that we don’t have the police or other individuals, entities or agencies that can assist in solving crimes and disputes. This is rather uncalled for and really depressing. It is also rather shameful to note that true-born Nigerians would kill their fellow brother.

Where is this heading to anyway? This action simply shows that even in modern times there is still no respect (by some people) for the rule of law; rather than taking matters into one’s hands, dialogue and proper understanding and cooperation should have occurred amongst the conflicting parties.

Now see, the dreams and aspirations of these four men have just being washed away, their families are being damaged and hurt by such act and the healing process would definitely not be a short one. I canvass for peace in this region and in this troubled time and I send my deepest condolences to the families and friends of the deceased. To lose these men to the hands of callous and vicious hunters of death is simply a shock and indictment on the name of this great nation.

Who knows if we have killed the NEXT BIG THING that would have come out of Nigeria, maybe Africa or the one person that would have taken this world by storm?; instead some insensitive and wicked people have burnt these men to ashes, this is simply a cruel and animalistic behavior shown by those Nigerians.

We are not beastly in nature, so why must we exhibit otherwise? As patriotic and genuine nationals and ambassadors, we should not be seen to even hurt a fly talk less of killing and roasting men alive in flames, this is truly tragic. The educational sector has lost great minds amongst these four I am sure of that and this act is not the first of its kind in this country. Whatever the case maybe, whether it’s rape, mob-killings, religious crisis, bombings and the rest that is occurring in this nation, all of it has to stop.

Let us think of the damage this is having on Nigeria, the bereaved families and the young children, what message and inspiration are we passing to our young generation?; what do we want them to remember us for?; do we want to be praised for being a peaceful and united state or a divided and confused nation?; the decision is entirely left in our hands.

If we truly want Nigeria to change then we must change our ways, our attitudes, character, thoughts and actions, words and conversations; all of these must be positive, ethical, civil and morally right. Never must we be an object of shame or ridicule or an object used to hurt others; in the long run, you would truly realize that hurting others is like hurting oneself. Stop violence, channel your anger and energy into transformational and positive things; let’s learn to do a good deed to other members of the society, violence and chaos is never the best and matured option or approach to issues and indeed not the real solution; so who loses at the end of it all- It’s US, NIGERIA.

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2012-10-05T11:23:00.002-07:00

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2012-10-03T15:23:00.004-07:00

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2012-10-03T15:16:00.000-07:00

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SUPPLICATIONS AND APPRECIATION

Appreciation and a sense of gratitude is what we need to cultivate in our lives today. We are not always grateful for the little things the creator has bestowed upon us; all we do is to bring to him our prayers and supplications in order to get answers and solutions.

If you are grateful for the little things that the creator and life brings back to you, then many more good things are in stock for you. Always open your storehouse of blessings with a warm heart of thanksgiving, praise and adoration to the Almighty.

Apart from that; to careful to never submit your petitions and requests with a spirit of unbelief, it could really kill your dream from turning into reality; it reduces the potential of our maker and king from granting all your needs and wishes. You must believe and have faith in him and you also need to be thankful, graceful and grateful to him always. That way, he can do much more than you ever asked, imagined or thought of.

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2012-10-03T15:11:00.002-07:00

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ANSWERS AND SOLUTIONS

Our findings and revelations would provide us with varying answers to our questions to our questions and help to serve as a guide that will offer to us the way(s) we can solve some or all of our problems.

Life indeed throws shocking answers to us and most times the response we get could be quite commendable, impressive and heart-warming or be shocking, alarming and heart breaking; whatever response we get should not be puzzled when we receive them.

Don’t be dazzled when your enemies could be your friends and your trusted friends could be your foes; just be prepared for any surprises and have an open mind to viewing things, situations, judging people and giving advice to others; don’t be bias and don’t compromise or let your guard down for just any cheap opportunity that comes your way. Always remember the saying “all that glitters is not gold”.

Be tactical, prayerful and wise to handle situations and life challenges with total maturity. Life could be unpredictable, so be unpredictable in some of your doings especially being unpredictable for your enemies, foes and competitors; it adds spice to your life and makes you get hold of your enemies without them being aware of your present or future attack.

But be realistic, optimistic and confident that the solution that you would choose out of your various alternatives (or replacement/plans/options) is the right one that would be the nail on the hammer, the final finishing touch to the output of your hardwork; the one that will take you places, one that will lift and exalt you high and above your contemporaries and one that will make you dine with people with great wealth and of great dynasty, kings and queens, prince and princesses, presidents and prime-ministers, ambassadors and widely acclaimed organizations and entities and many more top global leaders of our present age, time, era and generation.

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2012-09-26T14:50:00.004-07:00

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INVESTIGATIONS AND REVELATIONS

As our intuitiveness leads us into testing and investigating various issues that beat our curious thoughts about life and the various events that occur in it; we will begin to see shagging revelations or truths to correct various lies that have been told to us in the past.

Some of these new found revelations would just be confirmations of the findings that we must have made about life and various characters in it. So therefore, whatever truths or lie that comes along the way during the process of investigating and researching on various myths, tales and stories about life is solely left to us to choose whether to take, accept and believe them or to reject and disapprove of them, the choice is entirely ours to decide.

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