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How to Teach Kids to Read from an Early Age

The aim of this write-up is to list several ways through which one can get their child reading before he/she turns 4. I will begin by trying to situate our contemporary situation and list the various ways through which reading by the age of 4 is very achievable. The tips worked for my daughter and I, and I must say, some of her current teachers who have children her age who cannot read, wonder how I managed to do so. Learning to read earlier at the age of 4 is one of those life-skill traits that could boost the self-esteem of your child anywhere in the world. On the train, at school, church, libraries, and on the road sides. Nothing is worth the joy of a child who goes past a sign post and makes efforts to read what is on it. Not only is the joy and confidence instilled in the child, but also, as a parent, you are able to see for yourself the end results of your efforts on your child. The overall impact is pride, joy and a tap on the back for the effort. In today’s age, we are con...

Little Bro Joins Schwarzman Scholars Programme-Blaise Buma

Should President Paul Biya get worried? I wonder!!! He is full of wonder and a few words are all I have: Never ever stop working towards that biggest goal-you know it. Stay focused, stay disciplined and get to the helm you've always dreamt of. Once again, congrats!!! I will repeat Va here.  "Even if it falls your lot to be a street sweeper, sweep streets even as Michaelangelo painted, or Beethoven composed music or Shakespeare wrote poetry. Sweep streets so well that all the hosts of heaven and earth will have to pause and say, 'Here lived a great street sweeper who swept his job well. For it isn't by size that you win or fail, be the best of what ever you are."   I recall years ago when I interviewed you, and you gave tips on how to attend college for free.  Youths from developing countries seek means to enhance their knowledge and compete with counterparts from across the world. They too often miss the crucial aspect of securing funds so as to concentrat...

My Top Ten Cameroonian Musicians

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There is something about Richard Bona's cultural content which appears to reenergise my being after hours of soaking myself in intense reading. My favourite of his songs is 'Muntula Moto' the (benediction of a long life). Not only has his genre (bonatology) gone international; it has also made me realise that art can be appreciated through various forms. His music is mostly song in 'duala'  a language used by a fragment of the population of Cameroon, but then, people are not interested in the meaning of the song, but in the jazziness of the content-they rely on their ears to enjoy this formidable musical force which emerges from Cameroon. Some of the songs he sings can be quite relaxing. His sort of music is ageless and I want to think he understands the concept of going global: a move which is pretty much absent with African music because they are usually targeted for a proximate audience. Usually, this audience is small, and impacts on the benefits they can obtain...

These African Kids Take Praise to Another Level (Never seen anything like it)

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If this doesn't make your day, I don't know what else will. These are the African children I know. They sing, play in the sun and dance in the rain, sometimes. They are a joy to watch and not the ones shown on foreign television to raise money for private organisations at the expense of the face of the African Child. Shout for Jesus, my dear ones. Love, love, love this. How did I miss this? Reading through the comments, I come to the knowledge that the kids are members of a church by a Ugandan based pastor called, Robert Kayanja .

Money, Miracles, Women and the ‘Masses’-Cameroon

In August 2013, President Paul Biya of Cameroon demanded the termination of an estimated 100 Pentecostal churches in Cameroon. For days, it bogged my understanding that a president who knows too well that one of the fundamental reasons for the continuous peace and stability enjoyed in Cameroon boils down to religion through the competence of these churches to propagate messages of peace and hope for the future for many Cameroonians who could otherwise be desperate and dissatisfied with many misdemeanors that fraught the country. The people have been reliant on God for their hope in the future. It would be disastrous to take away that single hope from the people enabled by the church. Banning churches in Cameroon could threaten the president’s very own power position as citizens may become soaked in the discussions of daily struggles and seek means to protest against them. President Paul Biya had to bear the risk to ban these churches to save his people or face the bitter consequence ...

Unripe Plantains Could Prevent Ulcer Formation

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I have been an ardent plantain consumer, and I have cooked it in varied ways. Although I was aware of some of its health benefits from my scant Home Economics knowledge, I did not consider checking the health value of plantains until now. Plantains are unlike bananas and they are loaded with carotenoid anti-oxidants such as, alpha and beta carotene. Health Benefits: British researchers have discovered that the phytochemical leucicyanidin may contribute in protecting against the formation of ulcers. Plantains have a healthy combo of nutrients namely:Vitamin B6, Vitamin C, Potassium and fibre. Plantain contains 2.3g of dietary fibre per 100g. Sufficient amount in food helps to lower constipation problems (  Source  ) on the contrary, I though plantain could cause constipation because it is rather hard and dry. Who would have thought that plantains carry more vitamins A than bananas and besides being a superb antioxidant, vitamin A helps in the visual cycle as ...

The Humble OKRA (OKRO) and it's Benefits

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Mpaa, okra, bitterleaves and jamajama are the main vegetables with which the 'fufu eating tribes' of the grassroots region in Cameroon use to consume cornmeal. For many, a combination of either one or the other constitutes their staple meal. Whilst growing up in Cameroon,, fufu and okra appeared every week on our plates. The kids who have grown in my hands have enjoyed eating fufu and okra. Recently, I was reading about the health benefits of OKRA and to my pleasant surprise, they were great advantages in consuming this rather humble vegetable. Okra first originated in Egypt around the 12th century and has been used in several ways for food consumption. Its health benefits include: Kidney -Okra was shown to yield positive results on those suffering from kidney problems as they experienced a reduction in uric acid, and urine protein. Liver -okra has a great anti-oxidant level, and helps to protect against chemically induced liver damage. diabetes -okra ex...

When a Man Says You are Beautiful

When any one/man says, 'you are beautiful' The first thing to do, is not to blush When a man says, 'you are beautiful' The next thing is not to ask Are you sure? When a man says, 'you are beautiful' The next thing not to do is to say, thank you when a man says, 'you are beautiful' ask yourself, what is his interest? When a man says, 'you are beautiful' know that he's judged something about you He must've looked at your boobs, bums, thighs, or walk Something outside must've captured him Ask yourself, what is his interest? Don't go counting your fingers, and looking down unsure of your beauty. If you can't answer, don't dare ask him. A simple answer; I know right. When you answer these questions rightly, You'll be placed in a position that either tallies with his intents or what you want. What do you do/say when a man says, 'you are beautiful'?.

DIY Friday Facial Scrub

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Suffering from Dark Spots? Watch the Video to See the Blend https://youtu.be/UEl1glns1r4 Lemon is a super cleanser, a toner, a lightening agent-clears all dark spots. Simply, lemon is a natural exfloliant. The UMF should ideally be 12+ , the higher level indicates the rawness of the honey which is effective with its anti-bacterial potential. However, the cost for me was exorbitant given the fact that I want to spend less this year. Honey is a great body moisturiser and fights against bacteria. Cinnamon, not only used as a spice in some Asian cuisine, it also a cosmetic ingredient which maintains a healthy skin. A small application on the face can plumb and cleanse the face. It has curative props such as getting rid of eczema, treats acne and many more. Read my sources for more information. contains anti-inflammatory properties that will reduce the appearance of pimples on your face. In addition, nutmeg has some curative props that could reduce the appear...

Wise Words from Actor, Sam Warrington

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If you put in the right ingredients, you'll get a great dish- Sam Warrington (2016). I surmise that with the exact spices, one can end up with a delicious meal that would enable one to share resulting to a sense of satisfaction.

Great Advice on Marriage-African

If you are married, you don't want to miss on the opportunity to listen to this message. It has taken some effort for me to find a means to post it because I think it is worth sharing. Last year, I posted this on my whatsapp broadcast list and a year on, I still think the information is so contemporary and worth of interest. My reason for sharing is that it could reach a broader audience and impact on lives. To listen, simply click on the play icon. I don't know the name of the female pastor, but oh boy!, she's eloquent and hits on the message. Pastor Funke could be her name, I can hardly tell. If you know her-please send her link to me. I am sharing some awesomeness!!!

Detox with Natural Foods

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I have made a detox blend and I'm sharing! Delphine, G. N. (2016) Ginger, Cucumber and Grape fruit. If you do try this one out, prepare yourself for a body and brain shocker.  The taste is so bitter than aloe vera that it will leave you resolving never to try it again. Ginger commonly referred to as a wonder spice is useful in modern scientific research as researchers reveal that ginger contains anti-oxidants which work to alleviate gastro-intestinal distress. visit link 2 below for more information. Cucumbers hydrate the body cells and work to eliminate body toxins. Reading more on cucumbers, Du Toit and Mama 2012 suggest that cucumbers have low calories and high water content, thereby constitute an ideal diet for people who intend to lose weight. Grapefruit: packed with vitamin C are superb for increasing the body's metabolic system and that's what I need after all the combination of foods at Christmas, and moreover, grapefruit functions as a liver...

Nigerian Movie:Wife Takes Husband to Pastor for Deliverance-Hilarious!

I wonder why some people think that the character of a man can be changed through the words of a pastor. If a anyone is unwilling, the Spirit cannot change them!!! Source Wazobia Fm

A Cacophony of Goodness

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I had to be quick with this morning breakfast as schools have started for this term. Since the festive season, I've not had any genuine breakfast-the type that sends me imagining for an earlier dawn. I've mainly consumed left-overs and drinking some fruits and vegetable blends for cleansing the internal organs. Today, I decided that healthy can be eaten for a lesser sum. And so, I got some mushrooms, fried with a pinch of butter and salt, scrambled an egg, a quarter of an avocado, some roasted peanuts and a sprinkle of black pepper. The result was a very attractive brown bread with a catalogue of delicious tastes which could take me through the day. Mushrooms are edible fungi with very high fibre and Vitamin D. They are neither meat nor vegetables and are fat free...Avocado: a broad range of nutrients in avocado is associated with cardiovascular benefits.Peanuts are a terrific source of protein-a few will on brown bread as the fat will burn in no time. Black pepper aka 't...