MPrinz: April 2015

Wednesday, 29 April 2015

...The story continues: Ogechi & I- EPISODE 2

After I had walked some distance away from the park, I
got hungry and stopped by a local restaurant to refresh
myself.
"Madam, wetin you get?"
"I get Egusi, I get Dror soup, Oha and Bitter Leaf. I also
get Stew-Rice, Ofe Akpu and Pepper Soup. Which one
should I brought for you?"
Nna see English...
"Give me Bitter Leaf."
"Garri or Akpu?"
"Akpu."
"Make I put how many meat?"
"A plate with one meat how much?"

There was this chic back then, that just refused to graduate from school, her problem was just too plenty, story here, story there. Despite all these the girl just refuse to rest on her oars. Everyday abi every season one new problem. At some point I felt her ancestors were after her, I don't know whether to call it ill luck.
In pursuit of happiness, she committed a lot of blunders:
SCENE 1
Mary left Aba for Port Harcourt to see Victor, who happened to work in one of the oil servicing

Popular gospel music act, 'Story Changer', 'Absolute Peace', 'Ananambiet', 'Dakada, 'Nek Abasi' crooner, Pastor at Church of God Mission International Akwa Ibom Bishopric, CEO of Precious Jell - a palace of all kinds of Jewelries, Accessories, Handbags, Beads in strands and founder of Dove Outreach Foundation, Pastor Mrs. Mary Atainyene who went to be with her Creator on Tuesday 17th March 2015 will be laid to rest.

Born August 19th, Mary - was a graduate of Accounting from University of Uyo.

Mary Atainyene was a vibrant woman of substance who has built a wealth of resources,

WHAT WOULD YOU DO?

You finally move in
to a new flat with your
newly wedded hobby.

How would you react if you find out

Lying alone on a massive bed in one of the rooms in
my father’s house, thinking about almost everything
that was there to be thought of in the world, a weighty
thought pressed my spirit so hardly that it spilled out
what I would refer to as a ‘way out’ of the predicament I
happened to find myself in as at that point in time.
Having completed my National Diploma Program, I was
unable to secure myself a job for

I'll advise you not to read this story, it's not true!!!
When I got admission into the university, I met and made lots of friends in my department, I felt we were going to have a lifetime relationship. Well, as I write this am not sure am on speaking terms with any of them, except the ones that are not married, even those ones I don't even know the last time I saw them or even talked to them.
There was this girl in my class her name was Lucy, she was a high flying chic. "Breakfast in Lagos, lunch in Kano, dinner in Port Harcourt." What baffled me the most was when she could

HOW JONATHAN, ZUMA CAN END XENOPHOBIA, REPRISALS AND RECURRENCE AS NIGERIANS BOYCOTT SHOPRITE, ETC

In Nigeria an elite reprisal campaign has gone viral against South African businesses. It is titled BLACK SATURDAY: A CALL FOR UNITY OF AFRICA! It is trending on social media. It says:
This is a clarion call to all Nigerians home and abroad. Let’s stand against the gruesome killings of foreigners, especially Nigerians in South Africa! Let the black locals in South African know that we are no animals. We shall decry their barbaric acts and abnormalities.
Join the black protest which started yesterday18 April 2015; do not shop at SHOPRITE, PICK N PAY, SPAR, STEERS, DEBONAIRS, HUNGRY LION, MR PRICE, WOOLWORTHS or any other South African mall! Don’t chill at RHAPSODY’S Lounge!
Don’t renew your DStv and MTN

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THIS EXPRESSION MEANS 'GOODMORNING' IN GREEK, THE FIRST EUROPEAN LANGUAGE TO HAVE ALPHABET WHICH IS OVER 2500 YEARS OLD
THE WORD 'ALPHABET' IS DERIVED FROM THE COMBINATION OF ITS FIRST TWO LETTERS (ALPHA & BETA). OMEGA IS THE LAST

CRISIS

Crisis is generally the reason behind feelings of wanting to give up.
In times of crisis, we can be tempted to "chuck it all," "give it up," "forget it."
Giving up and giving in during a crisis is one of the most demoralizing decisions we can make.
Facing the crisis is the natural result of change-one thing of which we can always be sure.
The world is in constant state of flux.
Peoples' lives change, the business climate fluctuates, world powers realign, history marches on.
The earth and our environment constantly evolve.
Crisis results in and from change.
Crisis includes such things as job changes, family conflicts and social pressures.

The attacks on migrant shop owners in Durban this week reminds us the position of foreigner in South Africa is a complex one. After decades of isolation from the rest of the African continent, and the world, during apartheid, South Africa finally opened up to the rest of world in 1994.

Under apartheid, South Africa’s immigration mirrored the narrow mindedness and prejudice of the National Party. Several laws made visiting or living in South Africa unpalatable to many. Particularly those of non-European descent.

At the dawn of the “new South Africa” in 1994, the country became home to many outsiders playing a key role in offering protection and refuge to people who had suffered

These write - ups are basically my naughty imaginations. They are just my wandering thoughts. They could also be real and might not be too.
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Loneliness is a complex and usually unpleasant emotional response to isolation or lack of companionship. Whatever the definition, loneliness is not a very good thing. But funny enough in loneliness I have come to appreciate the company of my friends and love ones. I try as much as possible not to take those moments for

‎Abia Guber‬: DON'T BE SCARED OF RE-RUN - ‪‎Otti‬ tells Abia ‪PDP

Dr. Alex Otti

Governorship candidate of All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA) in Abia State, Dr. Alex Otti, has urged members of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to accept the cancellation of the governorship poll in the state by Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), and get ready for a re-run. Speaking at his campaign office in Umuahia, Otti said he was also dissatisfied with how INEC Returning Officer in the state, Professor Benjamin Ozumba was handling the issue.

He said: “If somebody claims that they were

MESSAGE OF FELICITATION

Greetings in the precious name of our Lord Jesus Christ.

Moments such as these are but rare in the annals of a Church.
This is an occasion for happy eloquence, an occasion to speak of a thousand things in the long and sturdy relationship between a great man, God's General, a servant leader, shepherd, an accomplisher & Church of God Mission Int'l, Akwa Ibom Bishopric.
But what is uppermost in mind is that the epoch making event in the history of Akwa Ibom State come Sunday April 26, 2015 will be a memorial, a day CGMi Akwa Ibom Bishopric will roll out drums to celebrate Rev. Raphael/Pastor Mrs. Victoria Amaruntowa, a man/woman God used to impact lives, counsel and encourage the weary heart and bring hope to the hopeless on their Send Forth Ceremony.

The management and staff of Em'Prinz Corporation felicitate with Church of God Mission Int'l, Akwa Ibom Bishopric on this all important event.
We realize how hardworking Rev. Amaruntowa served in the vineyard under the then Akwa Ibom zone in order

Before she accepted to be your girlfriend,
You were always calling her as early as
4:am in the morning to wish her good
morning, Calling her at 7:am to know if ...she
has had breakfast, Called her after
breakfast to know her plans for the day,
Called her at exactly 12noon to wish her
good afternoon, Called her by 2:pm to ask
her to have lunch with you, 4:pm you
called her to wish her good evening, 6:pm
you called to know what she will be having
for dinner, 8:pm you called to know what
time she will have her night bath and go to
bed, 10:pm, you called to hear her voice,
one last time before you sleep, 12:30am,
you called to know if she was sleeping
alone and could keep you company through
out the night, 4:am you wished her good
morning, 4:30am you asked her to go to
bed so she can wake up earlier than the

Edo State Chief of Staff, Hon. Patrick Obahiagbon, in an interview with Punch, speaks on the general elections.

What would you say was responsible for the low turnout of voters last Saturday?

"I’m sure the low voter turnout could be attributable to a vaudeville of ratiocinations. The presidential election attracted more voters ostensibly because that was the political elephant and was

GUBERNATORIAL ELECTION 2015- EMEM HANSON

Power has been gotten by hook or crook and the poor masses are in a fix, yes just like Christ was crucified side by side 2 thieves.
Yes I said it, we don't even know who is a better candidate.
Lives have been snuffed out, dreams shattered, years of friendship destroyed, families divided. Lies, insults, slander, murder and cheap blackmail thrown back and forth.
The social media has been turned into a wrestling arena, where all form of words, adjectives, verbs, and nouns are s...pewed, friends have blocked and deleted each other. I can't even count the curses, all because of this Devil called election.

The so called 'Men and Women of God' have also sold their conscience, what are we talking about, there must be thanksgiving to be

Breaking news: voters on the run as armed thugs cart away ballot boxes in Akwa Ibom

Fierce-looking armed thugs stormed a polling unit in Akwa Ibom state and carted away election materials while voters who had come to vote took to their heels in fear of being shot.

INEC PRESIDENTIAL ELECTION RESULT ANNOUNCEMENT BY COMEDIAN AY, HELEN PAUL

Watch this Hilarious Version of INEC's Election Result by Comedian AY (As Jega), Helen Paul and others.

Udua/Urua Itam- Enwongo Cleopas

If you're staying in Akwa Ibom state or you have visited the state before, it is expected that you are familiar with the above name.
This is the second biggest market in Akwa Ibom. Arguably. It is located in Itam, Itu Local Government Area. It is an everyday market but what makes it popular is their weekly market dates.
Today was Udua Itam...

Two persons are said to have been killed on Thursday evening when supporters of the All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) clashed

A helicopter belonging to the Nigerian Air Force has crashed in Lagos.
Dele Alonge, Air Force spokesperson, in a statement said the helicopter was a on a training mission

Things we often Forget to Be Thankful For

Today, I heard someone say that

“Gratitude turns what we have into enough”.
That phraseology completely resonated with me.
A marketing strategist, Charles E Gaudet, took it further when he said that even in business “If you want to show your #Customers that you truly appreciate them, then taking time to craft a personalized message can go a long way.”
Often times we forget to appreciate

Kelitah Chilling

There's no such thing as age...
"There is a fountain of youth:
it is your mind, your talents,
the creativity you bring to your life
and the lives of people you love.
When you learn to tap this source, you will truly have defeated age."
~ Sophia Loren
Wherever you go, you always go bearing gifts.
You give hope.
You give strength.
You give love.
You are one of a kind...truly a gift Kelitah.
For your toast, I thought I'd do a nice rhyme.
Yet when I sat down to write it, I ran out of time.
So I thought I'd quit and just wish you "Happy Birthday."

NOLLYWOOD STAR ACTOR, RMD DUMPS PDP FOR APC

...Enjoined Deltans to Vote Emerhor for Governor.

All Progressives Congress (APC) Governorship Candidate, Olorogun O'tega Emerhor (OON) is set to win April 11 gubernatorial election as yet another famous actor and serving Commissioner in Delta State, Barrister Richard Mofe Damigo endorses him for the number one job in the State.
RMD, his wife, Jumobi, friends and political associates and supporters played host to the APC governorship candidate, Olorogun Emerhor at his private residence.
The famous Nollywood and highly successful actor described Emerhor as a first class brain who stands out

Kidnapper Nanny Demands N15m Ransom For Abducted Lagos Kids

A nanny, Mary Akinloye, who allegedly kidnapped three kids in the Surulere area of Lagos State has demanded N15m from the victim’s parents, PUNCH Metro has learnt.

Missing Lagos Kids

Our correspondent learnt that the family was contacted on Thursday by the suspect and others, who were suspected to be members of her group. They were said to have demanded the N15m as ransom.
PUNCH Metro had reported on Wednesday that the Orekoya family had posted information on OLX, an online sales portal, seeking the service of a nanny.
Our correspondent reported that Akinloye indicated interest and gave the Orekoyas the contacts of two people who she said were her

These write ups are basically figments of my wandering imagination......
some are going to be really silly and some could be as real as real!!!

I don't know why most mothers have refused to tell their daughters,
how they met their husbands. Cheers to the everyday stories they tell us,
as if I even believe it sef!!! I was just there in my father's house and one
man came with his people and said he wants to marry me.(chai just like that).
Your father came back some weeks later

NOTICE TO LADIES...

Dear ladies;
He may not own a car.
He may not earn a lot of money.
He may not live in a posh estate.
He may not be able to shower you with gifts all
the time.
He may not have a great job...
BUT its enough to
know you are his only one and he has a heart of
gold.
He is honest, very hardworking, humble.

Bishop Sunny Faith Ugbah
Church of God Mission Int'l
Akwa Ibom Bishopric

A young fresh graduate was offered a job as a young bank branch manager. He was the first in his family to be placed in such a high position. It was a big deal for the entire family because that was an answered prayer. The family threw a thank you party for him, and when it was time for everyone to retire for the night, the mother made a small speech and presented this young man with two framed hanging pictures. She told him to hang one in his office and one in his living room. What were these images? They were two single eyes in both frames, and the eye occupied the majority of the frame. The mother told him, “This is the eye of The Lord that is looking.” The young man put one right across his seat in the office, and the other as soon as you opened the door to his house. Things picked up rapidly for him on the new job. In a few years he became a regional manager, controlling many branches. One faithful day, three bank guests invited him to an irresistible deal that would yield millions of dollars. Before he knew it he found himself as part of a syndicate to defraud the bank. He would not need to work for the rest of his life once the plan pulls through. He put all the paperwork together and signed. As he was walking out of his office with all those documents to give to the group that evening at his house, in his conscious he fought against the stirring look of the image that

INEC PRESS STATEMENT

09th April, 2015

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has received reports that some political leaders are asking members of the public to disregard its stated resolve to use Permanent Voter Cards (PVCs) and Smart Card Readers (SCRs) for the April 11, 2015 Governorship and State Assembly elections.
A particular state governor in the North Central geo-political zone is reported to have assured voters in the state that they could come out to vote on Election Day with Temporary Voter Cards (TVCs) if they do not have the PVC, and that INEC will not be allowed to insist on the use of SCRs for voter accreditation.
Members of the public are strongly advised to disregard false assurances that contradict the regulations INEC has outlined for the Governorship and State Assembly elections. The Commission reaffirms that only voters with genuine PVCs should come

Jesus told us there is no greater love than that of a man willing to lay down his life for his friends.
Pastor Manny as we fondly call you, your life has demonstrated how much you truly love the body of Christ.
While it may sometimes seem as though your selfless acts of love go unappreciated, please know they don’t.
You are dearly loved by those whom you serve.
There’s no better way for us to wish you a happy birthday than to offer prayers of thanksgiving to God for placing you in our midst.
You are truly a blessing to this entire Church of God Mission International, Akwa Ibom Bishopric.
On behalf of the Bishop His Lordship Rt. Rev. Sunny Ugbah and his wife, & the entire CGMi Family Akwa Ibom Bishopric,
we wish you a wonderful birthday with plenty of blessings from above.
Thank you for your dedication, God Bless You.

Rivers Governorship election: Soldiers, Special Police Forces search Amaechi's Ubima home

The force also searched the homes of Tony Okocha, Emma Chinda, Amaechi's close political associates

Tension is brewing in Rivers State after soldiers and special forces policemen traced deadly APC thugs to Governor Rotimi Amaechi’s country home in Ubima, Ikwerre Local Government Area.
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The suspected APC armed thugs were chased by the Special Forces from Elele were they were tormenting PDP elders who were in a meeting ahead of Saturday’s governorship election. They shot sporadically into the air, scaring residents away.

Weekend is almost here and I am pretty sure you have several ways to relax already planned out. You’ll probably want to go to the movies, stores, or just relaxing with friends. Yea everybody wants that – of course All work and no play makes jack a dull boy. (Cliché but very true).
But it’s important you’re mindful of what you say and your choice of words. It doesn’t matter if it’s the weekend or week start. The words you say could do more harm than you ever thought, Yea. Some people quickly say anything, maybe because they’re upset or for whatever reason. They just let it out. I’ll tell you a story!
A farmer insulted his neighbour. Realizing his mistake, he went to the preacher to ask for forgiveness. The preacher told him to take a bag of feathers and drop them in the center of town. The farmer did as he was told. Then the preacher asked him to go and collect the feathers and put them back in the bag. The farmer tried but couldn’t as the feathers had all

This post isn’t necessarily just about romance. It’s about any relationship – with your brother, your mother, your coworker, or your friend.
And I admit I am not an expert.
I’ve made a million and one mistakes in relationships. I’ve expected too much. I’ve been competitive. I’ve been suspicious. I’ve been dependent. I’d like to think what redeems me from all these mistakes is that I’ve also been honest.
Being self aware, in my opinion, is far more valuable than being perfect -mostly because the former is attainable and helpful, while the latter is neither.

Nigeria’s Minister of Finance, Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, has been named one of the world’s 50 greatest leaders by the American magazine, Fortune.
Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala, listed 33rd, was recognized alongside such world leaders as the Liberian President, Ellen Johnson-Sirleaf, Pope Francis, Chinese President Xi Jinping, Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi, U.S. billionaire, Bill Gates, and wife, Melinda, as well as Facebook Founder, Mark Zuckerberg, and Apple Chief Executive Officer, Tom Cook.
The magazine described Mrs. Okonjo-Iweala, as “a fearless promoter of sound economic policies” and singled her out for working hard to usher in a decade in which Nigeria’s gross domestic products trebled.

Police Commissioner Achong Leaves Akwa Ibom State

Sequel to news making rounds that the All Progressives Congress in Akwa Ibom had petitioned the Independent National Electoral Commission and the Inspector General of Police to immediately redeploy the Resident Electoral Commissioner, Austin Okojie, and the State Commissioner of Police, Gabriel Achong, from the state, we have it on good standing that a new officer has been redeployed to supervise the April 11th 2015 gubernatorial elections in Akwa Ibom State.

A release signed by Ag. CP EMMANUEL C. S. OJUKWU, psc - FORCE PUBLIC RELATIONS OFFICER, FORCE HEADQUARTERS, ABUJA,

Free of any external influence I will like Jimi Agbaje to win the gubernatorial election scheduled to hold on Saturday. My reasons are as follow:
1. Every government needs a strong opposition as a check on its excesses. The reason APC became a strong opposition was primarily because it had control over a state like Lagos, the commercial nerve centre of the nation. Had it not been so, the story would have been different. ...Now that APC is at the centre, it is only right that if there will be a strong opposition during their reign then the opposition must be in control of Lagos.

2. Some say that Lagos has been sidelined in terms of Federal Government's presence in the state because it was under the control of an opposition party. That is true. There are abandoned Federal projects scattered all across

photo credit: bellanaija.com

You probably already know that Aliko Dangote is the richest man in Africa. With a net worth of nearly $21 billion, the Nigerian businessman’s Dangote Group controls vast holdings of commodities, real estate, and telecommunications projects. Here are 10 things you didn’t know about Aliko Dangote.

1. He’s been a businessman since he was a child.

Oronto Douglas, the Special Adviser to President Goodluck Jonathan on Research, Documentation and Strategy, is dead.
Mr. Douglas, 49, a presidency source said, passed on at the State House clinic at 4:58 a.m. Thursday.
The real cause of his death is unknown at this time, but the presidential adviser is said to have managed a terminal illness for sometime, and had, from time to time, sought treatment abroad for prolonged periods.
Born 1966, Mr. Douglas is regularly described as one of Mr. Jonathan’s most brilliant and influential aides, documenting the President’s achievements and legacies, and helping coordinate parallel media and campaign strategies for the presidency.
“He was one of those who had the most far-reaching influence on President Jonathan,” a presidential aide said.
A lawyer and committed environmentalist, Mr. Douglas was a commissioner for information in Bayelsa

Walter Scott and police officer Michael Slager were struggling on the ground in the seconds before Slager shot Scott dead, the man who recorded video footage of the killing in South Carolina said on Wednesday evening.
In his first public remarks since turning over cellphone recording that led to Slager being charged with Scott’s murder, Feidin Santana said Slager, 33, who may face the death penalty, “made a bad decision, and you pay for your decisions in this life.”

WHEN CANDIDATES LURED AKWA IBOM CORPORATE COMMUNITY....

The event was strategically packaged to engage political candidates in Akwa Ibom State on their strategies for engagement with private sector actors towards a viable and sustainable economy in the post 2015 years, but it ended up providing a platform for frank talk and cross-fertilization of ideas on the development challenges of entrepreneurship and industrialization in the Nigerian national context. That in a nutshell captures the 2015 Dinner of Corporate Akwa Ibom Community which held at the Banquet Hall of Eemjm Hotel/Suites, Uyo on Tuesday, 24th March 2015 with the theme: AKWA IBOM STATE 2015 AND BEYOND: BUILDING A VIABLE AND SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY.

The atmosphere was electrifying and the evening sensational, yet the Dinner won't loose its corporate background. From classical decor to continental dishes blended with first class event solutions,

☞Its the gathering of the emerging tigers★★★★★

◆A one day extraordinary

She is an embodiment of humility, yet committed to quality service delivery. As a woman, her aura has inspired many young women to realize their dreams. As a politician she stands out as one who do not relegate her innate values even when playing politics. She represents the cynosure of the beauty of the African woman. She is Hon(Mrs) Eunice Thomas, former Commissioner for Women Affairs, and immediate past Commissioner for Education in Akwa Ibom State.
As a public servant she distinguished herself and delivered her assignments prudently, an effort which reverberated the words of Margaret Thatcher of blessed memory,

As the race for the Governorship /State Assembly elections slated for Saturday, 11 April hots up, the Peoples Democratic Party(PDP) and its candidate, Mr. Udom Emmanuel seems to be in a pole position ahead of candidates of other political parties. Having garnered endorsements and support from relevant groups, individuals and organisations

Wednesday, 29 April 2015

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Friday, 17 April 2015

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Thursday, 9 April 2015

Wednesday, 8 April 2015