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By S.Ratko if an officer asks the person tion. These rules will en- people in their everyday with an expert roundtable, In 2017, Ontario will for identifying information sure these interactions are lives. has also been incorporated launch a multi-year aca- s of Jan. 1, 2017, a or to see an identifying conducted without bias or “It is absolutely es- into the basic training pro- demic study to understand Anew regulation comes document while: discrimination, and done sential that everyone in gram for new police re- the impact of collecting in- into effect that will pro- • Looking into suspi- in a manner that promotes this province be treated cruits at the Ontario Police formation on the ability of hibit police from requesting cious activities public confidence andwith dignity and respect College. police to solve the crime, identifying information ar- • Gathering intelli- keeps Ontario communities regardless of their race or The Code of Conduct analyze and identify the bitrarily, or based on a per- gence safe. religion. Working through for police has been updated impact of race-based collec- son's race or presence in a • Investigating pos- “These new rules the Anti-Racism Direc- to reflect the new regulations and analyze the im- high-crime neighbourhood sible criminal activity protect the rights of people torate, I am committed tion; failure to follow the pact of the new regulations during individual police- The new rules do who are not under inves- to finding ways to break rules will be considered a on this practice. public interactions. not apply if police ask for tigation while also laying down systemic barriers. I Code of Conduct violation What people can ex- The regulation re- identifying information or the foundation for more look forward to continu- that may result in discipline. pect when police attempt to flects feedback from pub- to see an identifying docu- positive, trusting and re- ing to work with Minister Ontario will appoint collect identifying informa- lic consultations on how ment while: spectful relationships be- Flynn and the Ministry an independent reviewer tion. to improve transparency, • Doing a traffic stop tween police and the pub- of Community Safety and to complete a review of the For details on what is oversight, and public confi- • Arresting or detain- lic – relationships that can Correctional Services to regulation within two years being done to ensure im- dence, and establishes new ing someone help police continue to address and eliminate sys- of full regulatory implemen- provements in training, training, record-keeping, • Executing a war- solve and prevent crimes temic racism in the justice tation in consultation with record-keeping, and ac- and reporting requirements rant and keep our communities sector, and build a more Ontario’s Anti-Racism Di- countability, read the up- to strengthen accountabil- • Investigating a par- safe,” said Kevin Flynn, inclusive society,” said Mi- rectorate. dated regulations. ity. The regulation also sets ticular crime Minister of Community chael Coteau, Minister Re- out new rules that police Ontario is the first ju- Safety and Correctional sponsible for Anti-Racism must follow when request- risdiction in Canada to set Services. and Minister of Children ing identifying informa- out clear and consistent Supporting safe, and Youth Services. tion, and outlines in what rules for voluntary police- healthy communities is Canada Marks situations these new rules public interactions where part of the government's Quick Facts apply. police are seeking to col- plan to create a fair and Training, which was The new rules apply lect identifying informa- inclusive society and help developed in consultation High-Speed Internet as an Essential Ibori Regains Freedom After Six Years Service By S. Ratko source control guru” and By S.Ratko "High quality and reli- “Liberator of the oppressed, able digital connectivity is A British High Court, who paid the price for the Canada's telecommu- essential for the quality of the Royal Court of Justice, sake of his people.” nications regulator recently life of Canadians and Can- Queens Bench Division, One of Ibori’s close announced that access to ada's economic prosperity," Court 1, sitting in London, associates, Chief Ighoyota high-speed Internet will be he said. recently ordered the imme- Amori, who served as com- considered an essential ser- diate release of former Delta missioner for education in vice that needs to be avail- The majority of Cana- State governor, Chief James Ibori’s administration and able to all, including non- da's 12 million households Ibori, from prison, saying subsequently as political ad- urban and remote areas of and one million businesses the move to hold him after viser to Governor Emman- the world's second-largest are already equipped with serving out his sentence uel Uduaghan, said: “Our country by land mass. broadband access to the in- was illegal. joy knows no bounds as the ternet. Ibori breathed the air entire Urhobo nation, Delt- The Canadian Radio- of freedom at about noon ans, and the whole country television and Telecom- But about 18 percent after the UK court dismissed await his triumphant return munications Commission of the population is under- a detention warrant lodged to his fatherland. (CRTC) stated that a new served by dial-up or other by the Home Office to keep “No matter how long $750-million fund would low-speed access, which him in custody, pending a road is, it must have an James Ibori be developed to reach the limits their ability "to par- the conclusion of the as- end. The long wait and ex- traced to Ibori by the Home further hold him in prison speeds of at least 50 Mbps ticipate in the digital econ- sets confiscation trial aris- pectation have come to a Office. This prompted Ibori’s and ordered his immediate download and 10 Mbps up- omy," Blais said. ing from the original case positive end. To God, we lawyers to file an emergency release without conditions load. launched against him. Ibori give all the glory. There hearing suit challenging the Speaking exclusively to Fast internet access had been due for freedom is no doubt that his incar- decision of the Home Office Vanguard on the telephone Additionally, telecom- has become necessary to on December 20, 2016, ceration/imprisonment in not to release him and seek- outside the court immedi- munications were ordered access services such as after spending six and half almost eight years now cre- ing the immediate release of ately after the ruling, one to compose their investment healthcare, education, and years in prison before the ated a big political vacuum, the frontline Nigerian politi- of Ibori’s lawyers, Jonathan plans within six months in banking, as well as enter- fresh legal moves by the which will now be filled by cian. The lawyers won an Chike Epelle, said: “The order to help meet this am- tainment, shopping, and Home Office. Though Jus- his triumphant return to his immediate reprieve when Home Office’s position was bitious objective. tice Juliet May, who heard social networking. the presiding judge, Justice totally unreasonable and fatherland.” the case for further deten- Another Ibori asso- May, ordered his immedi- was not in accordance with "Access to broadband The CRTC plans to tion, dismissed the case by ciate, Chief Ayiri Emami, ate release. Ibori’s lawyers any known provision of internet service is vital and give 90 percent of Canadian the Home Office, he nev- said: “All Nigerians long explained to the judge that prison, immigration or con- a basic telecommunication homes and businesses ac- ertheless ruled that Ibori await the release of Ibori. there were no grounds in fiscation law. service all Canadians are cess to high-speed internet could remain in the United My support for him is not law under which Ibori could “We are grateful that entitled to receive," said by the end of 2021 and the Kingdom until the end of about supporting corrup- be detained, insisting that the judge was able to see CRTC chairman Jean-Pierre remaining 10 percent with- January when the deporta- tion, but that his incarcera- the refusal of the Secretary the true position and acted Blais. tion case would be heard. in 10 to 15 years. of State was unlawful. But with complete fairness and tion was political and the The entanglements, the prosecution team urged experience.” sponsors were corruption nonetheless, news of Ibori’s the judge not to release him Meanwhile, the devel- personified.” freedom sparked jubilation said: “Seriously speak- Chief Frank Kokori, how- since the confiscation hear- opment sparked wild jubila- Also speaking to Van- among his supporters in ing, all of us Deltans and ever, spoke differently, ing against him was still tion in several sections of guard, Chairman of Delta several parts of Delta State. Niger Deltans are highly blaming the former Delta pending. Delta State. His kinsmen at State Association of Past In his hometown, Oghara, pleased about his release State governor as one of the The defense counsel Oghara and other Urhobo Local Government Legisla- the excitement turned into a because the circumstances persons that corrupted the countered that the law de- communities in the state, tors, Hon. Clement Olojoba, carnival as supporters took surrounding how he was nation’s democracy as he manded the release or de- however, formed a carnival said: “The fact that Chief to the streets dancing. hounded is very bad." charged him to lay low, fol- portation of anyone who procession as they lined up Ibori is released is like a fes- One of Ibori’s lawyers Chief of Staff to the lowing his freedom. had finished serving his on the major streets danc- tival for all Urhobo people present in court said: “the Delta State governor, Tam “We thank God for his term. After listening to both ing. at home and in Diaspora. UK’s Home Office in a last Brisibe, stated: “Obviously, life, but he was one of those parties, Justice May ordered When Vanguard vis- “There is a celebration minute bid, tried to block I am happy that he has that destroyed INEC and the the immediate release of ited Oghara, Mosogar, all over the world now, and his release on the premise been released and we are judiciary, and that is why Ibori from prison. Jesse, Sapele and other we have all heaved sigh of that his assets confiscation looking forward to his com- Delta is the place where Ruling presiding neighbouring communities, relief. Urhobo nation and hearing remained inconclu- ing to Delta State.” people who handle electoral Judge, Justice May, who joyful residents were seen Delta State as a whole are sive.” Former General Secre- matters go back as billion- heard the emergency ap- chanting solidarity songs in blessed once again.” The trial pertains to tary of the National Union aires,” as he urged the for- peal filed by Ibori to en- honour of the former gover- Former Minister of efforts to confiscate £18m of Petroleum and Natural mer governor to work for a force his rights, refused the nor, describing him as, “The Information, Prof. Sam (eighteen million pounds) Gas Workers, NUPENG, better Delta State. Home Office’s request to hero of our time”, “The re- Oyovbaire on his part,

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Our of Chibok in Borno State into Canada unless they ployment for Canadians. resign as Prime Minis- www.nigeriancanadiannews.ca newspaper continues in 2014 were released are carrying their Cana- Also within the year, ter as he was unable to to experience steady by the Boko Haram ter- dian passport. This pol- one of Trudeau’s cabinet convince his country to growth and recognition rorist sect. In the closing icy is the final phase of members, Fisheries Min- support his stand that Tel: 416-318-3506 around the world. Our days of the year, Nigeri- a planned transition to ister Hunter Tootoo quit the UK should remain in coverage and readership an Army announced the electronic travel autho- his cabinet position and the EU Youth: also grew along with im- defeat of Boko Haram rization.Obaidullah Sid- the Liberal caucus so as Finally, America Dima Ugoh provement in our con- and the recapture of the diqui, an Afgan native to enable him have time (and Capitalism’s) fore- [email protected] tent and quality. To cap dreaded Sambisa forest, on permanent residency to deal with addiction most arch-enemy, Fidel it all, our Publisher/CEO, the operational head- status, was stripped of problems. And in On- Castro, passed on to the Advertising Executive: Ngozi Ugoh, was recog- quarters of the terrorist his right to stay in Cana- tario, the Liberal Party great beyond at the age Ogo Anozie nized and honoured with sect. The Army also an- da because he had made pledged an estimated $1 of 90. 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VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2016 NIGERIAN CANADIAN NEWS • To Advertise Call : 416-318-3506 9 HEALTHY LIVING HEALTH IS WEALTH, TAKE CARE OF YOURS Disclaimer: In no way are any of the suggestion herein meant to take the place of advice given by a licensed health care professional. Please always consult your doctor before commemcing any medical treatment. Natural remedies for families Want a solid leg to stand on? on the go – and on the grow Take care of your feet

(NC) A recent Ipsos search from the Univer- relieve sore muscles and (NC) You wouldn’t Reid survey, conducted sity of Guelph showed joints. be alone if you are more on behalf of the Cana- that using unpasteurized at ease with your feet well dian Health Food As- (Ontario) honey to heal 3. USE COCONUT covered. If the reason is an sociation (CHFA) shows wounds can be superior OIL AS YOUR ALL- unsightly toenail fungus that Canadians are in- to other modern methods. PURPOSE MIRACLE infection, covering up the creasingly embracing a This magic mixture of vi- MAKER evidence is certainly an op- more holistic approach tamins, minerals, sugar Organic coconut oil tion but hardly an effective long-term option. While ap- to health for themselves and enzymes helps to dis- is a rising superstar in pearances are important, and their entire family. infect and repair damaged the culinary world, but the cover-up can only last With the abundance of skin tissue. Clean your did you know it works so long and it stands to chemicals in our day-to- little one’s scraped knee wonders when applied reason that when your feet day products, food, and well with warm water topically to the skin? are in good shape, you will the environment, it can and soap, drizzle a little Pregnant woman can have a leg up on your over- be difficult to figure out honey on the absorptive use organic coconut oil all health. As the infection progresses, tologist,” says Dr. Mitsos. where and when to go pad of a bandage, cover to combat stretch marks. There are many ac- the nail may thicken, crum- “The advantage to treating natural. the scrape, and let it work During those first new- tivities that make having ble and gradually fall off. the condition quickly is to For example, when its healing magic. born diaper changes, co- healthy toes highly desir- It is not surprising that ac- avoid permanent damage we, or our kids, experi- conut oil can help protect able. If you take part in cording to a Leger survey, to the nail and spreading 2. USE ARNICA TO yoga, Pilates, karate, gym- ence minor bumps or babies’ delicate skin from 80% of Canadians claimed the infection to other toes.” nastics, dance or swim- bruises we often rush ALLEVIATE PAIN sticky meconium. It can that having nice looking Dr. Mitsos encourages her ming; or if you have plans to the medicine cabinet Used to alleviate also help soothe diaper toes is important to them patients to stick with their for a beach holiday; un- as a first aid solution. pain since the 1500s, rash as well as being a and 85% considered toenail recommended prescription sightly toenail fungal infec- However, there are lots arnica is still popular to- great carrier oil to remove infections to be extremely treatment when it comes tions are not only conta- of natural approaches day. It can be applied your baby’s stubborn unappealing. The same to seeing results and have gious and hard to get rid of, that you may want to to the skin for pain and cradle cap. At any age it study showed that nearly realistic expectations. “The they can be uncomfortable consider. Here are three swelling associated with makes a wonderful natu- two-thirds of the Canadians most commonly prescribed and embarrassing. natural remedies that will bruises, aches, sprains, ral moisturizer for dry and surveyed who have toenail treatment for a toenail fun- What does a toenail fungal infections claim to gus infection is 10% efi- help you and your family and arthritis. It is also ap- cracked skin. fungus infection look like? be embarrassed by the con- naconazole or Jublia,” she heal: plied to the skin for insect Additional natural According to Quebec der- dition and 50% avoid going says. “And be patient, a bites, muscle and carti- remedies, as well as tips matologist Dr. Loukia Mit- barefoot or exposing their clear, healthy nail will take 1. USE HONEY TO lage pain, chapped lips, and tricks that will help sos, when a nail develops a toes. time to fully grow back.” HELP YOU HEAL and even acne. Available you keep your family fungal infection, it typically “My advice to indi- For more information Life with kids is full as an ointment, rub, tinc- growing and going, can turns white or yellow, all viduals who think they speak to your dermatologist of scrapes, cuts, nicks ture or oral supplement, be found online at chfa. or part of the nail becomes have a toenail fungus infec- and visit www.nailfungus. and burns. Recent re- it is well known to help ca. damaged and debris may tion is to see their derma- ca. accumulate under the nail. How you can support your Health Benefits Of Cranberries: liver this holiday season Improves Heart, Gut, and Brain

(NC) We look for- Habits like consum- an herb containing several By S.Ratko have a whole-body effect; er cranberry sources have ward to the holiday sea- ing alcohol and junk food substances that aid your like polyphenols, antioxi- been shown to promote an son all year long as a time take away from the sup- liver’s functioning. Specif- Cranberries. We often dants that have been linked array of beneficial health of rest, festive gatherings port your liver needs to ically, silymarin, its main consume them in the form to a variety of health ben- effects,” said Jeffrey Blum- with friends and fam- do its job of flushing out ingredient, is a flavonoid of juice or dried snacks, efits like improved kidney berg, of the Jean Mayer ily, and wrapping up an- toxins. Excessive drink- with antioxidant and anti- their tangy bitterness a re- function, heart health, and USDA Human Nutrition Re- freshing taste. And while other year. But a celebra- ing can damage the liver inflammatory properties circulation. Polyphenols are search Center on Aging at cranberries have been prov- tory holiday diet rarely and inhibit its functioning, that can protect the liver anti-inflammatory and can Tufts University, in a press en in plenty of past studies be found in other foods and release. contributes positively to which in turn can lead from toxins and help it re- to treat urinary tract infec- beverages like green tea, “Given the complex your health — eggnog, to health issues like hor- pair itself by growing new tions (UTI), they may have coffee, and red wine. Most nature and diversity of excessive salt, and end- mone disorders, chemical liver cells. benefits for other parts of berries like raspberries, compounds found in berry less desserts quickly add sensitivity, high choles- A combination of our bodies, including our blackberries, blueberries, fruits and how they interact up. Meanwhile, a hectic terol, fatigue, and even stress and alcohol con- cardiovascular, immune, strawberries, plums, and with each other, I believe schedule and cold and flu weight gain. sumption can quickly and brain health, according black elderberries are also we have only scratched season can lead to even A poor diet consist- deplete the body’s store to a new study. high in polyphenols. the surface when it comes more stress than usual. ing of saturated fat and of B vitamins, which are The study aimed to ex- “The bioactives in to identifying the potential These factors can really junk food can accumulate not only necessary for the amine specific compounds cranberry juice, dried cran- power of the cranberry.” take a toll on our bodies, fat in the liver and can liver’s detoxification pro- in cranberries that could berries and a variety of oth- continued on p(39) but especially on our dili- lead to fatty liver disease cess but also contribute gent livers. when combined with poor to many other functions. The liver performs exercise habits. Minimize For best results, combine many vital functions, your indulgences during a healthy greens-rich diet Nigerian Canadian News helping our bodies filter the holiday season and with a quality vitamin B Supports out toxins, process nu- maintain your exercise complex supplement. trients, and regulate hor- routine to help keep your Remember that there mones and the supply of liver healthy. are many factors that can Sickle Cell Awareness some essential vitamins affect your health dur- and minerals. The Cana- 2. NATURAL HEALTH ing the holiday season. Know your Sickle Cell Status. dian Health Food Asso- SUPPORT FOR THE Be aware of how you can ciation recommends these LIVER. support liver functioning Get tested today tips to care for your liver In addition to keeping by using safe, effective, this holiday season and up with your diet and ex- and high-quality natural throughout the year. ercise, you may also want health products. Find a lo- to consider natural supple- cation near you at chfa.ca. 1. CONSUME WISELY. mentation. Milk thistle is

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They have re- of official development as- will now serve as training cently been on a media tour sistance and larger than centre for the Army. to ensure you get enlight- private debt and portfolio He said he already ened about their revolution- equity flows to developing had directed that the Nigeri- ary services. countries,” the World Bank an Army small arms cham- In 2015, the UK-based notes. “They exceed the for- pionship for 2017 should company raised a funding of eign exchange reserves in hold in the forest. $100 million to continue in at least 14 developing coun- its quest to spread its world- tries, and are equivalent to This is just as former Tukur Buratai military president, General wide services especially in least half of the level of re- the U.S., where it has laid Ibrahim Badamasi Babangi- dents, but also free from in- serves in more than over 26 down roots in Denver. da has hailed the successful surgents. developing countries.” The U.S. is the largest recovery of Sambisa Forest “This is a great day as market for sending money, by the Nigeria Military, say- the occasion is dedicated to WHAT MAKES closely followed by Saudi ing it has further confirmed members of Road Transport WORLDREMIT Arabia. With up to $50 mil- his confidence that Presi- workers and Employers SPECIAL? lion annually, the U.S. has dent Muhammadu Buhari whose activities were crip- Cheap 10% of global remittances in will crush Boko Haram. pled by Boko Haram. WorldRemit charges today’s world. Speaking at a camp- “But I must warn ev- a much lower commission WorldRemit is grow- fire ceremony with troops eryone assigned on this compared to their coming steadily; its low com- Andrew Lee — President, WorldRemit, Ngozi Ugoh-Pub- of 145 Battalion Damasak, road not to indulge in any petitors like Western Union mission online and mobile lisher, Nigerian Canadian Newspaper, Canada and Richard Borno State, to mark Christ- form of extortion from since they have eliminated remittance service has seen Meseko — Country Director, WorldRemit mas celebration, Buratai the road users as anyone all intermediaries. it emerge as a serious com- said: “We are opening up caught will be dealt with,” ern Union and MoneyGram. ticularly in poorer and third- Online petitor to the likes of West- roads in Sambisa Forest to he warned. A lot of people, par- world countries, depend on The company is 100% site a base. It is going to be Borno state governor, one of our training centres Kashim Shettima, who wit- in the country as well as the nessed the reopening of the ground for testing acquired roads, described this year’s equipment before putting Christmas as the best since NIGERIA COULD TRY GAMBIAN BALLOT them into operation. A his election as governor, similar thing will be estab- because of the remarkable SYSTEM: STEEL DRUMS AND MARBLES lished at Alagarno, the for- events in his life and that of mer acclaimed spiritual base Borno. By S. Beagan States) has said that the tion, “Our electoral commis- tem is “more transparent, of Boko Haram before their organization will “take all sion is second to none.” He credible, and fair.” defeat there. “Since I was elected Nigerians have long necessary action to enforce added, “No one can rig it.” President Yahya Jam- “ We want to thank as governor of Borno state, wished for a solution to the results,” but did not say The system was cre- meh seized power in a you, officers and soldiers this is the best Christmas I election rigging. The Gambia what that action might be. ated 60 years ago to al- military coup in 1994 and of the Nigerian Army, espe- have ever witnessed. It is has a solution that seems to Other local are supporting low the country’s illiter- his regime has often been cially the theatre command- in this Christmas that the work. the election results including ate citizens to vote. In the described as repressive and er, Operation Lafiya Dole, Nigerian Army established The Gambia’s second the head of the military and polling booths, each steel has been marked by human the GOCs and all the sol- their supremacy against president, Yahya Jammeh, the Supreme Islamic Council. drum bears a photo and rights abuses. He claims diers fighting the insurgen- Boko Haram in Sambisa. It in office since 1994, was Barrow won the elec- colours corresponding to a he can cure AIDS, asthma, cy in Borno and Northeast is in this 2016 that many defeated in that country’s tion, but the Gambian ballot presidential candidate. Each high blood pressure, and infor bringing Boko Haram communities were liberated December 1 election by op- boxes are the real star. Nige- registered voter is given a fertility in women, and has terrorists to their knees. My from Boko Haram. It is in position candidate Adama ria has long battled the prob- single marble, which they threatened to slit the throats gratitude also goes to the this same year that the 21 Barrow. Jammeh graciously lem of how to stop thugs drop into the drum for the of gays. officers and soldiers of the Chibok girls were rescued conceded defeat on Decem- from picking up and running candidate they support. Adama Barrow is a Nigerian Air Force and Ni- at once by the military. It ber 2. away with ballot boxes. The After the voting is over, property developer who has gerian Navy whose collabo- is Borno and Nigeria’s year According to the Gam- Gambia has a unique solu- the marbles are dumped out never been a politician be- ration has made the work of Victory,” the governor bia’s Independent Electoral tion. Make them too big and of the drums and placed on fore. He was chosen in Sep- fruitful.” stated. Commission (IEC), Barrow heavy to run with. Make holes in specials trays. The tember to represent seven Earlier, the Chief of In a statement in Min- won 263,515 votes (54.54 them out of steel drums. holes are set up in a grid opposition parties. During Army Staff reopened the na, Niger State, Babangida percent) and Jammeh won The Gambia’s Inde- which allows the counting his campaign he promised Maiduguri-Gubio-Kareto- said he was highly delight- 212,099 votes (36.66 per- pendent Electoral Commis- officials to quickly calculate to support an independent Damasak and Maiduguri- ed with the news of the suc- cent). The other candidate, sion Chairman Alieu Mo- the number of votes cast in judiciary and increased free- Monguno-Baga highways cessful operations of “Our Mama Kandeh, received marr Njai said in a press each drum. dom for the media and civil for commercial activities, gallant military personnel 102,969 votes (17.80 per- conference before the elec- The IECC says its sys- society. following the emerging in the Sambisa Forest.” cent). peace in Borno, with a He lauded the courage “This man (Jammeh) strong warning to the per- and determination of Presi- beat and oppressed us,” one sonnel and members of Na- dent Buhari, army chiefs young Gambian told AFP. tional Union of Road Trans- and other security person- “We didn’t have our free- port workers and National SML GROUP INC. nel for their sacrifices for dom but definitely Barrow Union of Road Transport the liberation of Sambisa will give it to us,” he added. Authorized Agent of TRANSFAST Employees to desist from Forest and adjoining abodes “It’s really unique that any sort of extortion on the of Boko Haram. someone who has been rul- highways. The former president ing this country for so long The two major high- reiterated that the crushing has accepted defeat,” Alieu ways, which are transit of Boko Haram in Sambisa Momar Njie, another Gam- WORLDWIDE MONEY TRANSFER routes for trade between Forest has reaffirmed his bian, told reporters. Nigeria, Chad and Niger BEST RATE position that “President Not so fast, Alieu. Jam- Republic, particularly in the Muhammed Buhari and meh has changed his mind. areas of smoked fish, hide the military are capable of On December 9 he called for and skin, cattle, gum Ara- 539 St. Clair Ave West, 2nd Floor, Toronto, ON M6C 1A3 crushing any challenge of a new election and repeated bic, rice and beans, among territorial integrity of Nige- that demand on December (St. Clair W. and Vaughan Rd. Southwest Corner) others, were closed two ria.” 20. Barrow is due to take of- years ago by the military “May I rejoice with the fice on January 19 but Jam- because of Boko Haram ac- government and Nigerians meh is not planning to step tivities. Tel: 416-651-8999 • Fax: 647-340-8777 on the successful dislodg- down. Buratai charged troops ing of Boko Haram from A spokesman from to ensure that the highways their base in Sambisa. With ECOWAS (Economic Com- Email: [email protected] are not only free from acci- continued on p(39) munity of West African

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other half is to create or surprised to be nominated. build a fitness centre that help them develop the skill- “I’m just a science teacher is open to the area schools set they need for when they in a high school in Quebec,” and to adults, and she start- get out to the real world,” he said. “Really, I am sur- ed a running club to help said Doucet. prised.” keep children motivated. Her runners train and YVAN GIROUARD MAGGIE MACDONNELL compete in half-marathons. teaches Grade 10 spent five years vol- They have competed in science at the French lan- unteering in Africa mostly races in Hawaii twice and guage Ecole secondaire les in education and AIDS in Nova Scotia’s Blue Nose Maggie MacDonnell Etchemins in Charny Que- prevention. On comple- race three times. Armand Doucet was based on a Hogwarts bec. When Quebec changed tion of her Master’s degree, Currently the runners By Sandra Beagan class while incorporating its curriculum in 2009 Gi- she wanted to be part of are active in the Healthy Yvan Girouard the school’s real curriculum. rouard was thrilled at the the reconciliation between Choices tour in which they chance to cover more top- Canada’s indigenous and visit schools across the re- Armand Doucet, Yvan March where the winner of “We were looking at ics. non-indigenous peoples gion with peer-to-peer pre- Girouard and Maggie Mac- the US $1 million top prize owl pellets in science, dis- “I can have aquari- and looked for teaching op- sentations about healthy Donnell are among fifty will be announced. secting owl pellets, we were teachers from around the looking at how you could ums in my classroom, I can portunities in indigenous living. The issues they cov- put up posters of every sci- communities. She ended er include addiction, drop- world who have been nom- ARMAND DOUCET make a broom fly,” he said. ence (subject) because with up at Ikusik School in the ping out of school, mental inated for the 2017 Global has been teaching in Recordings of the the new curriculum I teach second-most northern Inuit health, and the benefits of Teacher Prize. The prize Riverview NB for five years. week’s activities went viral everything in a year,” he community in Quebec, Sal- using physical activity to was established by the in- He has developed creative online, with nearly two mil- said. luit. help overcome such chal- ternational charity Varkey programs to make learn- lion views, and raised over He brought in his per- As with many such lenges. In the process they Foundation to promote the ing fun while still achieving $100,000 for the school. sonal collection of scientific communities, the rate of are acquiring skills in public importance of teachers and curriculum outcomes and Doucet said the attention artifacts including 100 taxi- diabetes is high and youth speaking and leadership. education in helping chil- uses “Passion Projects” to made the students proud of dermy figures and a nine suicide is a major concern “They’re starting dren flourish. help students learn impor- their school and their com- foot long shark, turning his and MacDonnell wanted to to see themselves as role The fifty Varkeytant skills. munity. classroom into a museum. teach the children healthy models which is a really Teaching Ambassadors “I’ve always sort of He now teaches at His students have put coping strategies. magical moment for them,” were chosen from over thought outside the box Riverview High School and together an exhibit using MacDonnell has al- she said. 20,000 applicants from and wanted to bring inno- has his students think- the collection. The exhibit ways been interested in If he wins the top 179 countries. They were vation to the classroom and ing outside the box. In his is opened up for students how sport and recreation prize, Doucet said he would selected for helping stu- try to reach everybody,” world issues and modern from other schools to visit. can improve many aspects reinvest the money into his dents gain valuable life and Doucet said. history classes he encour- His students have of a person’s life. She was school and community pro- work skills, using innova- Doucet created “Harry ages his students to come picked up on his passion asked to develop a life skills grams, Girouard would split tive teaching practices in Potter Week” at Riverview up with practical solutions for science. Students who program to improve school the prize with the other the classroom, and contrib- Middle School when litera- to the global events and aren’t even in his classes enrolment in Quebec’s artic nine short listed teachers, uting to the broader com- cy scores were a concern. problems he teaches them visit him during lunch region and in the process and MacDonnell wants to munity. The school was turned about. break to get his help, ask she also developed fitness establish a non-profit that A short list of ten into Hogwarts. The teach- “I’m a firm believer questions, and work on programs. runs environmentally-fo- nominees will be invited to ers dressed as Harry Potter that curriculum outcomes projects. She worked with the cused programs for north- the Global Education and characters and each class is one half of my job. The Skills Forum in Dubai in Girouard says he was municipal government to ern youth.

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By Sandra Beagan senior special assistant businessman lives in net worth is estimated at on the media to President Austin, Texas. He earned $2.5 billion to $3 billion. An African-Ameri- Muhammadu Buhari, re- a bachelor of science in He made much of his can billionaire has offered vealed the identity of the chemical engineering at money in private equity to sponsor the education donor to reporters on De- Cornell University and an investments. of the schoolgirls who cember 27. Shehu also MBA at Columbia Univer- While attending East were rescued and escaped said that the billionaire is sity. High School in Denver, from the Nigerian terror- offering to take respon- According to a bio in Colorado, in the 1970s, ist group Boko Haram this sibility for any Chibok Forbes, his parents held Smith was fascinated by year. He has offered to pay schoolgirls who obtain PhDs and he was one of computer science and es- their tuition to the Ameri- their freedom in the fu- the kids who experienced pecially by the transistor. can University of Nigeria ture. “desegregation busing” in The transistor is a small (AUN) in Yola, Adamawa His name is Robert F America’s early days of device that controls the State. Smith. Who is he? desegregation. flow of electrons within a Malam Garba Shehu, The 54-year-old Forbes reported, computer and it was invented at Bell Labs which had a facility nearby. He wondered if he should Mortgage Agent #: M16001706 work at Bell. He managed to get Robert F Smith the phone number for Bell and called to ask about a NEED A MORTGAGE? DON'T LOOK FURTHER. “He later convinced Bell continues, “Neuberger summer internship. They Labs when he was in Berman bought a stake in had an internship but only * 1st And 2nd Mortgages high school to give him the $16.9 billion (assets) college students could ap- an internship typically Austin, Texas firm, best ply and his straight A’s * Refinancing And Renewals only available to college known for fixing up enter- in computer science and upperclassman by call- prise software outfits, in math would not make a * Equity Line Of Credit ing them weekly for five July 2015.” difference. months. The tech titan mar- He called back every * Line Of Credit “Smith quit Gold- ried Hope Dworaczyk, day for two weeks and man Sachs to open his Playboy’s 2010 Playmate then started calling every * Debt Consolidations own private equity shop, of the Year, in a lavish cer- Monday for five months. Vista Equity Partners, in emony in Italy. Eventually, after a student Contact Samson Davies @416-856-3065 2000,” the report contin- In Forbes’ richest from MIT didn’t show up, FOR ALL YOUR Email: [email protected] ues. According to Wikipe- people in the world list he Bell called Smith to come MORTGAGE NEEDS. dia, Vista Equity Partners ranked #688 in the world in for an interview. Website: mortgagecentre.com/samsondavies is worth over $26 billion. and #274 in the US as of Smith said in a 2015 The Mortgage Centre - Your Mortgage Professionals. Each Mortgage Centre office is independently owned. The Forbes report December 27, 2016. His American University com-

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September 16 – gave came in and interviewed. Among its portfolio com- $20 million to the Na- They liked me, and I got panies are Active Net- tional Museum of African the internship . . . In fact, work, Bullhorn, Misys, American History and I worked there for the next Newscyle, Omnitracs, Sol- Culture (only Oprah has Respond to Canada’s need for immigrants. four years during summer era, and TIBCO. given more) and winter breaks.” In January 2015 in Received a Regi- After graduation the HEC-Dow Jones an- nald F Lewis Achieve- from Cornell University nual ranking, Vista Eq- ment Award (an award for he earned two US and two uity Partners was named black entrepreneurs with Regulated Immigration European patents while the world’s number one an outstanding business working for Kraft Foods. performing private equity achievement) After graduating firm, based on its perfor- Ripple of Hope award Consultant Program with honours from Co- mance for the previous from Robert F Kennedy lumbia Business School, ten years. 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“So, how did the in- left. Dear Agatha, to sex, they can please terview with the man go?” “Would you like to go I read your power- any woman. They fail to Misan asked Antonio. to the restaurant for foor ful advise to S.Y in the even consider the pecu- “It went well. I had or order room service?” Nov 2016 edition of liar need of the woman a great time with him. He Misan asked him, looking the Nigerian Canadian they are with. Rather was so warm and open.” at the menu. Newspaper and I must than take some time out They talked for about “Room service will be confess, your counsel to read the various pag- four minutes more before preferable.” was not only godly but es that make the woman he told her, “I’m on my She handed it to him. very good. go weak at her knees, way out with some guys “What would you like?” for dinner. You will also Minutes after, as the You did not try to they just go into action need to sleep. I’ll call you Pastor Taiwo Odubiyi three of them sat down to sell anything to S.Y. You on the basis of assump- tomorrow, is that okay?” eat, he told her, smiling. just sold God to him. tion. The attendant re- “Sure. I only wanted “It’s great to see you.” ship. She opened the chest Thank you! sult is an unsatisfied to know about the inter- She smiled. where she had it tucked Now, kindly help woman. view. Good night.” He watched her away and brought the tiny me on this issue: My wife Engaging her in They stayed in touch closely, taking in her box out. She opened it and complains I’m a one or this kind of discussion by e-mail and spoke on dressing. He wondered Agatha Edo took the bracelet. two minutes man; that I will not only give the phone twice in a week. what it would be like to be At four, she drove to [email protected] Misan discovered they married to her. Then the come too fast. In truth, man an idea of what her mother’s house. She [email protected] had a number of things in bracelet she wore caught this does not happen al- to do but also a deeper had arranged with her common. He liked read- his eyes. ways. But she does com- understanding into her brother to meet there so is why most women pre- ing, music, enjoyed long “Is that the bracelet I plain. I want to take sexual personality. As he could go with her to tend to be ignorant on drives, and was actively gave you?” care of her complain so the man and leader of the airport. At five, she left what to do in the bed- involved with the youths She hadn’t thought that the only thing she the team, you must ad- with her brother, leaving room when in actual fact in his church. he would notice or re- Weyin with her mother. will have to say about they know the right but- mit your helplessness They agreed that member. “Yes.” So, he was The plane arrived our sex life is: “Waoh... tons to press. This is the in this matter hence the when he came to Nigeria, watching her, she liked at 6.10PM. Misan’s eyes I enjoyed it”. bridge you have to untie need for you to solicit for he would be introduced to that. were on the travelers as Auntie Agatha, her assistance in your her pastor and also meet “It looks good on to get her to cooperate they came out. At 6.45PM, please advise me on quest to please her. with the youths. you.” The smile reap- with you. Encourage her Antonio came out. She how to last for longer Also, some men ********** peared. to discuss her past ex- saw him immediately. time: 20-30 minutes be- do have the inability to Antonio found he “Thanks.” She said. periences, if you didn’t “That’s him.” She couldn’t get Misan out of His eyes went to her fore I come. I also love marry her, a virgin. If last for more than two told her brother, pointing his mind. He was getting purse which was beside the length of the advice you did, still ask her for minutes. But it can be at Antonio who had not fond of her and he looked her on the sofa. The leath- you gave S.Y. remedied if the couple is seen them. Her brother her ideas as it will give forward to hearing her er purse had a crocodile Concerned Hus- willing to explore other looked in the direction and you an insight into how voice on the phone - he print on it. band. methods of preliminary saw him coming toward she wants to be made admitted to himself. Prob- “Can I see Weyin to- Toronto, Canada. kick starting their inti- them, pulling his luggage love to. This is because ably because of Weyin that morrow before her birth- behind him. the knowledge of sex is macy before doing the they shared. She wasn’t at day on Saturday?” Her heart somer- Dear Concerned wired into us right from actual thing. One of such all his type and he couldn’t “Yes, I will bring her saulted at the sight of Husband, the beginning. It is so ways is to get over the afford to be attracted to tomorrow, in the evening. Antonio. As she walked The length of your inhibition of oral sex. her. They were different. I’ve arranged for you to natural that without toward him, she wondered intimacy with your wife Your wife’s support is He was Spanish-American, meet my pastor on Sunday anyone telling us what how she should greet him. isn’t the actual problem really needed here. She she was a Nigerian. Yet he and the youths on Tuesday to do, we know instinc- Well, she would have to here but your combined must have a deep sense was attracted to her. She during their meeting.” She tively how and what to shake hands with him, intrigued him. She was looked at him for his con- senses of adventure. do. of adventure to help you since they were not mar- also a wonderful mother sent. While you may have Not all women are last longer. At the end ried or in a relationship. and he was sure she would “I’d love to.” He said. your limitations, she of it, both of you benefit Antonio was still like. What excites one make a good wife too. Was When she was leav- also hasn’t been able to from the whole experi- searching for Misan with woman may not sit well he falling in love with her? ing, she stopped at the decode the mystery of ence because by the time his eyes among the crowd with another woman In April, he told her reception to get the tele- your person. For every you are ready to peak, and then, his eyes rested hence the need for you he had confirmed his ticket phone numbers of the ho- on her. He walked toward act of love making to be to strive to personal- she would also be at her and when she should ex- tel. them. ’whao’ as you put it, it ize your love life with most vulnerable so the pect him in Nigeria. She “I’ll phone you to- “Antonio!” She has to be a consensus her. You must as a mat- length of time would not told him she would be at morrow morning to let you couldn’t help shouting his of efforts by the couple matter as much as get- the airport to pick him and know when I’ll be coming ter of urgency familiar- name. in question. Both of you ting her to plateau. would book accommoda- with Weyin.” She told An- ize yourself with all her “Misan!” He gave her have to pull at the same You also need the tion for him in the same tonio. erotic zones. To get it a big bear hug, kissing her direction when it matters aid of books written on Hilton Hotel. On their way home, right, romance her from lightly on the cheek. He “I’m looking forward her brother commented on the most for that premi- the crown of her head the subject of achiev- had missed her. to seeing you again.” He her close relationship with um result she wants. to the sole of her feet. ing the perfect sexual “It’s so good to see admitted. Antonio and asked if they Achieving the per- harmony. Some of these you again. How was your To do a good job use Misan felt the same were in a relationship. fect peak isn’t the sole books come with detailed trip?” She asked him. your fingers and tongue way. She was sure she Misan smiled. “No, responsibility of one graphic illustrations on “It was okay. How at will. Take particular liked him and he prob- we are just friends. Why are you?” He asked, look- party. You and your wife note of her responses what position to adopt ably liked her too. But do you ask?” ing into her face. Her must work towards a whenever you touch a and other hints to help a that didn’t mean a thing. “Anyone who sees shimmering lips caught common theme for sex particular spot on her couple remain happy in It would be wrong and you together will as- his eyes. He swallowed, to be perfect between the body. This way you will their union. Adult films dangerous for her to as- sume something is going remembering the kisses two of you. The both of too can help you and sume he liked her - as in on especially with Weyin know where to touch to they had shared on that you must agree on how your wife become better a relationship, after all, he between you. Antonio get her ready for your first cruise. Another couple far you are willing to go in the bedroom. All you hadn’t said a thing since couldn’t keep his eyes off timing. near them kissed. the other time. Besides, you all evening. He obvi- in the process of achiev- When it comes to have to do as a couple She introduced her she had no business think- ously feels something for ing that perfection which pleasing certain kinds is to select the positions brother to him and they left ing about him, she told you. If there’s nothing be- appears missing in your that are most comfort- the airport in her car. Her of women, a man’s pre- herself. tween you, then I’ll sug- love life. able for your pleasure. brother drove while Anto- vious experiences may ********** gest you define your rela- The very first step The idea behind nio sat beside him in front. not really matter. In the On the third Thurs- tionship with him so that is to get rid of the cob- these books and films is Misan sat at the back. He case of your wife, she day of the month of May, you don’t get hurt.” asked after Weyin. webs of the past. Many obviously isn’t excited to equip adults on how Misan picked Weyin and This story is from the At the hotel, they a time, women are un- by the things you think to achieve optimum sat- went home. Antonio was novel - This Time Around collected the key from willingly to let go of you know about love- isfaction in this very im- arriving at six in the eve- Author: Pastor Taiwo the desk receptionist and their inhibitions when it portant department of ning. She showered and Odubiyi making. Unfortunately went up to his room on the comes to sex for fear of marriage. wore a good dress. She Blogsite: www. pas- a lot of men think be- fourth floor. The hotel staff being negatively tagged had decided to wear the tortaiwoodubiyi.org.uk cause they are experi- put his luggage down and by their husbands. This enced when it comes Good luck bracelet he gave her on the Tel: 1-410-8187482

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By Sandra Beagan tried to force Apple to un- Further: “By provid- like handwriting samples lock the phone of one of ing the passcode, Stahl or voice samples, can be Lately there have the San Bernardino mass would not be acknowledg- compelled. been several cases in shooting suspects. They ing that the phone con- In a case in California which law enforcement could have tried to guess tains evidence of video earlier this year, a warrant ONTARIO OVERHAULS wanted to compel suspects the password, but ten in- voyeurism. Moreover, was issued that allowed or witnesses to provide the correct attempts would although the passcode investigators to enter a passwords to their phones have caused the phone would allow the State ac- building and get every- BAIL SYSTEM for investigation purposes. to permanently erase any cess to the phone, and one there to use their fin- It’s been an open legal stored data. In the end therefore to a source of po- gerprints to unlock their question for a few years they paid a contractor for tential evidence, the State phones. By Sandra Beagan program.” and a few courts have a tool to hack into the has a warrant to search The recent Florida “Honestly, it’s a wa- ruled that being made to phone. the phone – the source of decision does not make Inmate advocates tershed moment for bail. reveal your passcode is But the Florida case evidence had already been that distinction between and defence lawyers are We’ve been advocating for unconstitutional, on the coming out in support of this expansion for many is different logistically and uncovered.” passcodes and fingerprint proposed reforms to On- years. Hundreds more basis that it would be self- legally because the suspect In 2010 a US Dis- locks. tario’s bail system intend- people will have access incriminating testimony. is alive. In the San Berna- trict Court in Michigan “We are not inclined ed to reduce the number of to community supervi- Recently a Florida dino case police were not determined that forcing to believe that the Fifth low-risk accused waiting sion rather than waiting appeals courts has seen it able to attempt to compel someone to provide a Amendment should pro- for their trials in the prov- [in jail] for their trial,” he differently. the suspect to hand over passcode qualifies as tes- vide greater protection to ince’s jails. said. In this case, a wom- the code because both sus- timony because it requires individuals who passcode The Supreme Court of Fainstat also said an was in a store shopping pects were dead. the suspect to “communi- protect their iPhones with Canada ruled in July that that it makes financial and saw a man aiming A Florida trial judge cate knowledge” that they letter and number combi- a reasonable delay to get sense since it costs about a phone under her skirt. denied the state’s motion have. nations than to individuals to trial is 18 months for $5 a day per person for the Assuming he was taking to force Stahl to hand over In 2014 a court in who use their fingerprint provincial cases and 30 John Howard Society to photos, she confronted his password. But in ear- Virginia ruled that forc- as the passcode,” says the months for cases before supervise someone in the him and he fled the store. ly December, the Florida ing someone to give their opinion. “Compelling an the Superior court. Since community and the cost of Police later tracked him Court of Appeals reversed password is prohibited by individual to place his fin- then Ontario has decided keeping someone in jail is down through his license that ruling based on the the Fifth Amendment right ger on the iPhone would to expand its bail supervi- estimated at $200 or more plate number. logic that the passcode it- against self-incrimination. not be a protected act; it sion program. a day. Aaron Stahl was ar- self in not incriminating That same court in would be an exhibition On December 1 On- Anne London-Wein- rested for voyeurism. He evidence. Virginia and one in Califor- of a physical characteris- tario’s Attorney General stein says that hiring originally agreed that they Yasir Naqvi announced more court staff, Crown “The information nia have made a distinc- tic, the forced production that he will be hiring more attorneys, duty counsels, could search his iPhone 5. sought by the State, that tion between phone pass- of physical evidence, not Crowns, duty council, and and judges should help However, he retracted his which it would require codes and phone locks unlike being compelled to judges to cut down on wait speed up processing the consent when they asked Stahl to provide, is the based on fingerprints. The provide a blood sample or times for accused people to thousands of cases in the for his password. Police passcode,” says the opin- basis for those rulings is provide a handwriting ex- have their day in court. province that are at risk of had a search warrant for ion. “The state has not that something that you emplar.” According to Anne being withdrawn or stayed the phone but were unable asked Stahl to produce the know is different from It concludes: “This is London-Weinstein, presi- due to delays. to search it for evidence photographs or videos on something that you have a case of surrender and not dent of the Defence Coun- “It’s a step in the without the password. the phone. or you are. Fingerprints, testimony.” sel Association of Ottawa, right direction,” she said. This spring the FBI this is the first time the “I don’t know whether government has made a it will be enough to ad- serious effort to improve dress the backlog. Because the way bail functions in 6,000 is a lot of cases and I’M HEALTHY, WHY SHOULD I the province. even with new Crown at- “They’re going to be torneys and new judges, looking at a program for you’re still going to be fac- PREPARE A WILL NOW? those people that will draw ing a significant backlog.” (NC) Although we ey in the long run. For court appoints someone ries. them out of the custodial The changes have system. I found that tre- not come soon enough for may think about it from instance, not knowing to manage your estate. mendously hopeful,” she some. time to time, most of us enough about tax laws or Provincial law determines WHO CAN BE AN said. In November, Adam don’t really think serious- unintentionally misusing who inherits your assets. EXECUTOR? The John Howard So- Picard, charged with first ly about preparing a will. a legal phrase can leave More of your money You can choose a ciety will be able to expand degree murder in the 2012 But having a will offers your estate in legal limbo might be spent on admin- friend, relative, lawyer its bail verification and su- death of Fouad Nayel, peace of mind that our for a long time. Having a istration and lost tax ad- or trust company. The pervision program because walked out of an Ottawa intentions regarding dis- lawyer draw up your will vantages and go to peo- important thing is that of the reforms. The Society courthouse a free man. tribution of our estate are is not as costly as you ple you never intended. you choose someone you advocates for inmates in The judge stayed the clear. Learn more about think. You can save on trust to fulfil all the above jail, and provides assis- charge because it had tak- preparing one of the most legal fees by preparing a WHAT IS AN functions in a responsible tance for people who can’t en four years to bring the important documents you full checklist of your as- EXECUTOR? and timely manner. make bail because they case to trial. will ever have. sets and documents be- An executor is Receive a free infor- have nowhere to live. About the changes forehand. someone you choose mation package on wills Executive director in the bail system, Fouad Consulting a lawyer to pay any outstanding and bequests by writing Tyler Fainstat said, “What Nayel’s mother Nicole saves money. WHAT WILL HAPPEN debts, file final income to Amnesty Internation- it will mean is that when Nayel said, “I think it was Drafting a will on IF I DON’T HAVE A tax returns, and oversee al, 312 Laurier Avenue individuals are charged a little too late to take your own can end up WILL? the distribution of your East, Ottawa, Ontario with a crime and they this action. That should costing you more mon- Without a will, the assets to your beneficia- K1N 1H9. don’t have a surety who have been done a while will be able to supervise back. They know there’s a them in the community, problem with the system. then hopefully they’ll They know we don’t have have better access to a enough judges.” ARE THERE LEGAL CONSEQUENCES MERRY CHRISTMAS OF CYBERBULLYING?

& (NC) Did you know offence. does not mean you have tions and that there can that the repercussions Another very seri- consent to continue to also be real consequences HAPPY NEW YEAR for cyberbullying can be ous crime is the sharing of share the photo. to the things we do on- more serious than sim- intimate images of a per- Many people believe line. The internet is a gi- ply getting banned from son without their consent. that they are protected ant community and you WISHING YOU ALL A MERRY CHRISTMAS & a website or having to This law applies to every- by the anonymity of the can help make it a better A PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR. go to the principal’s of- one, not just people under internet and act very dif- place by treating others fice? Cyberbullying refers the age of 18. The offence ferently online than they with respect and dignity. May all your dreams and wishes come true. to a lot more than name- carries a sentence of up to would at school or work. Learn more cyberbullying calling, and Canada has five years. It’s important But it’s important to re- and its potential legal con- legislation that categorizes to remember that having member that real people sequences online at Get- Thank you for your patronage. some forms as a criminal an image shared with you can be affected by our ac- CyberSafe.ca.

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FAMILY 7 TIPS TO KEEP KIDS A Working Woman’s Guide To SAFE ONLINE More Time With Your Family

(NC) If you’re still By Laura Storme put the sauce in the bottom any piece of meat that amazed at how your five- of the pot and then lay the you would like prepared year-old can work a tablet Being a working steak inside. This will keep while you’re working. Pot better than you can, you’re woman with a family can the steak from drying out. roasts, racks of ribs, hams, not alone. Being online is put a lot of strain on those Pork ribs are a great slower kielbasa, and chicken can an essential part of kids’ valuable moments with cooker item as they work be prepped in advanced, lives, extending beyond en- the family. You miss tak- well in a bath of barbecue tucked into a nice pot and tertainment and social ac- ing the kids to the park or sauce that makes them set to cook efficiently. This tivities into school and ex- taking them to the zoo be- tender and juicy. Make a works well for casseroles tracurricular activities. But cause your evenings and double batch and shred for too. Mix together your fa- parents often worry that weekends are crammed pulled pork sandwiches. It vorite ingredients and tuck full of cooking the evening social media comes with will freeze well and reheat it away in the oven until meal, running errands and a host of risks like scams, easily. Another quick fam- nice and toasty brown. doing laundry. It doesn’t theft, an d cyberbullying. ily favorite is soup. This is Any of the meat have to be that way. Your Some parents may great for cold winter nights courses can be accompa- evenings and weekends or even hot summer days nied by baked potatoes, want to pull the plug al- can be full of carefree ad- when you just don’t want homemade macaroni and together at the thought 3. Talk to your kids 6. If your child is us- ventures and little house- to cook. 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(NC) There are two television, and you’ll end reduced from $800 would kinds of renters in Canada up having to watch your be insured for the full $800 MORE AGGRESSIVE? – those who have tenants favourite show on your dollars. With that in mind, Dr. Kristie insurance and those who smartphone. is there more in your house ment to discipline children cifically, children who were don’t. According to a re- that you can’t afford to and, instead, encourages spanked more than twice a Does spanking in- cent study conducted by 2. LIABILITY IS KEY. lose? non-physical alternatives month had a fifty percent crease the risk of aggres- Substance Strategies, more As a tenant, you’re such as withholding privi- greater risk of aggressive sion in children? A new than half (53 per cent) of most likely going to be fi- 4. TENANT INSURANCE leges and rewarding good behavior such as bullying study in the journal Pedi- tenants in Canada are the nancially responsible for IS SURPRISINGLY behavior. other kids, pushing, shov- atrics looked at this issue kind that go uninsured. So any damage you cause, AFFORDABLE. In this study, re- ing, being destructive, and and reached the conclu- what is causing this risk- even if it’s accidental. The Forty per cent of Ca- searchers found that chil- engaging in cruel behavior. sion that spanking children taking phenomenon? It extent of civil liability is nadians believe they don’t dren who received frequent Spanking and Child- has drawbacks – and may seems to be a lack of aware- an important factor when have the means to pay for spankings at age three had hood Aggressive Behavior increase the risk of violent ness. Below are the top four considering what you are tenant insurance, but based a higher risk of aggression Why do spanked and aggressive behavior important things you need responsible for and if you on current minimum pre- and aggressive behavior at children have a higher during childhood. to know on this topic: are able to cover it out of miums, tenant insurance age five than children who risk of aggression later pocket. can cost less than a restau- were disciplined using non- in childhood? Spanking Are Spanked Children 1. YOUR LANDLORD rant meal each month. If violent means. More spe- continued on p(21) More Aggressive? DOESN’T COVER ALL 3. YOUR STUFF IS you can skip the extra cof- Spanking children is RISKS AND DAMAGES. WORTH MORE THAN fee each day, then you’ve a controversial topic. De- The landlord has in- YOU THINK. saved up enough money to spite recommendations surance on what they own What’s interesting afford tenant insurance. by most pediatric societ- — the building itself and about insurance is that your Armed with this new ies that spanking should nothing more. You are re- belongings are not insured knowledge about tenant be avoided, three out of sponsible for your own based on sales cost, but on insurance, you may want four parents still think it’s property and the contents the replacement cost which to consider getting a quick okay to spank a child. The of your apartment. If an factors in the retail value and simple quote from an American Academy of Pe- unfortunate mishap occurs at the time of loss includ- insurance provider like be- diatrics strongly encourages and you don’t have tenant ing possible inflation. So lairdirect. Don’t be the 53 parents to avoid using any insurance, your landlord’s that television you bought per cent that go uninsured! type of corporal punish- policy won’t cover your 60” on sale for $400 dollars

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REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT ANALYSIS

By: Steve Ezeude properties will produce better returns. The charges for such “Don’t wait to buy real services are worth it. estate. Buy real estate and Now, with respect to wait.” - Will Rogers the price point, let us look at As promised in the last the 123 Main Street, Anycity edition of this column, I will property mentioned above be looking at price points and and analyze the returns using investment analysis in this cashflow, principal recapture edition. Real estate invest- and pas-sive appreciation. ment analysis is a process The figures below generated of evaluating a piece of real from software calculations Steve Ezeude estate to determine if the in- are for exam-ples only and vestment will be fit or be able are not substitute to seeking to meet the desired goal or penses mentioned above plus professional advice. Every objective. a surplus show positive cash- real estate trans-action is The emphasis here is flow. Some people will not unique and each situation is income generation and/or mind a negative cash flow different and as such requires capital growth rather than the if their goal is future growth different analytic approach. fantasy or if you like, the joy and they do not want positive So, when thinking of home ownership that has cash flow to increase their tax about investment, ensure been and shall continue to be bur-den. Run the numbers to that you work with a profes- the dream of most peo-ple. ensure that a potential prop- sional who will provide ser- Whether, you are in- erty will yield positive cash- vice to assist you in making vesting in residential or com- flow be-fore investing unless decision that will meet your mercial real estate, evaluate these questions will be dis- and without going through care of legal, land transfer your objective/goal growth of investment goal. The illustra- the property to see that the cussed below. mortgage insurance compa- taxes, moving, etc. With the capital appreciation. tion above shows a positive projected return meets your Using a simple illustra- nies like Canadian Mortgage income, do not forget oper- Thirdly, does the return return on investment. How- expectation in terms of cash- tion, let us look at a simple and Housing Corporation ating expenses which will on investment meet your ever, if your goal is not in- flow (income versus expens- student rental property lo- (CMHC), Canada Guarantee include property tax, debt expectation? The return on come but capital growth then es), passive appreciation and cated at 123 Main street, and the Genworth Financial, service or mortgage, utilities, investment desired varies let the professional know in principal recapture. Anycity. This investment let’s use a down payment of property management, man- from individual to individual. order to know what strategy The key questions to property is a bungalow with 20% of the purchase price for agement fees (if applica-ble), According to ICM Invico, the to recommend. have in mind are: how do six (6) bedrooms, two (2) the purpose of this property’s gifts, repairs and mainte- average return on investment you analyze the investment? washrooms, a common liv- analysis. nance, insurance, etc. (ROI) expectation is 12% to Steve Ezeude is a Real- Is the property right for you ing room, and a kitchen First, is this property Secondly, will the cash- 15% annually for a combinator with Royal LePage Sig- or fit for your portfolio and and has a purchase price as right for me? Rightness here flow be positive or negative? tion of growth and income. nature Realty and a Real will it cashflow? How does $600,000.00. Without go- can be viewed from the price This is a very important point Different markets have pro- Estate In-vestment Syndi- the return affect your taxes ing through the recently in- being within one’s budget. but very often missed by most duced returns over and above cate. For questions and/or and what strategy should troduced stress test and all Ensure that you have the investors. Some invest with- the average. All you need to feedback, please send email you adopt to achieve either its rigor-ous mortgage quali- down payment and the clos- out analyzing the cashflow. do is seek out the right pro- to [email protected] or or both income generation fication problems that have ing cost usu-ally about 10% The ability of the property to fessional to help you with the call 6478608304. Facebook: and capital growth? Some of affected first home buyers of the purchase price to take take care of the operating ex- analysis and fish out which @SteveEzeudeHomes 5 TIPS FOR PREVENTING HOLIDAY HOUSE FIRES

(NC) On average, KEY Check your insur- ing cause of home fires, the midst of preparing a may be combustible. a Canadian home burns Make sure your ance coverage to ensure and it’s easy to get dis- meal. every 55 seconds. Risk of home is equipped with you have adequate cover- tracted in the kitchen 5. POWER STRIPS fire is especially height- fire-detecting devices and age for your home and be- when entertaining. Fifty 4. HEATING Between decorations ened during the holiday alarms, as they’ll alert longings. Consult your in- per cent of kitchen fires APPLIANCES and adding extra lighting season, when cooking you of a fire in time to surance provider to make result from grease or It’s tempting to use for your party, you might and the use of electrical get to safety and help sure you have the home oil, causing the fastest- heating appliances when have to use your electrical equipment are at their prevent devastating dam- coverage you require. spreading and most de- the tem-perature drops. If outlets at full capacity. Be peak. age. Ensure your home is belairdirect’s new home structive type of fire. you do pull out that space sure to avoid overloading Stay safe throughout equipped with work-ing quick quote can provide Never leave the kitchen heater, make sure it’s cer- outlets and covering them the holidays and always smoke detectors and has you with a home quote in when cooking, but if you tified by a recognized test- with fabric or rugs. by incorporating these a fire extinguisher. a matter of minutes. absolutely need to leave ing agency and follow the key safe-ty tips: the room, carry a kitchen manufacturer’s recom- Find more informa- 2. SUFFICIENT 3. KITCHEN SAFETY spoon that will serve as mendations on keeping tion online at belairdi- 1. PREPARATION IS COVERAGE Cooking is the lead- a reminder that you’re in it away from objects that rect.com.

HOW DO I KNOW WHAT NEIGHBOURHOOD IS RIGHT FOR ME?

When it comes to think they know exactly options: • Personal prefer- couples, often looking at will buy a home is one of choosing a neighbour- where they want to live • Cost of the home: ences: Shops, housing suburban options makes the biggest decisions that hood, there are countless until they start looking at A suburban home may be and entertainment are a lot of sense, since qual- people make. There is no variables to consider. From their finances, or a child less expensive than one of clustered closer together ity schools, parks and one- size-fits-all answer the big urban/suburban comes along, or they start the same size in the city. in urban areas, but the other young families can so it’s important to do question to weighing the a new job,” says Abraham. On the flip side, a larger commotion of urban liv- be found in these kinds of your research and speak pros and cons of specific “It’s not until you sit suburban home and yard ing isn’t for everyone. Al- neighbourhoods. to a Realtor who can help areas, figuring out the down with your Realtor may require more mainte- though you may have to • Changing needs: guide you through the pro- where you will call home and really go through your nance and generate higher drive a distance when vis- If you are a soon-to-be cess.” isn’t easy. list of needs and wants utility bills. iting a museum or theatre, empty nester with chil- You can also visit According to Ron that you realize what kind • Commuting costs: living in the suburbs pro- dren who will be leaving www.OREA.com to check Abraham, president of of living arrangements Buying a home close to vides a quieter environ- home in short order, you out “What neighbourhood the Ontario Real Estate make the most sense for work can reduce commut- ment to return home to. may no longer require as is right for me?” an inter- Association, many home your lifestyle.” ing costs and time, but be • Evolving needs: much space so proxim- active video series created buyers end up surprising Abraham recom- sure to consider all the If you are thinking of start- ity to family, friends and to help kick start your de- themselves when it comes mends homebuyers con- commuting you do in a ing a family, your future amenities may become a cision. to choosing a neighbour- sider the following factors day. It can get costly hav- housing needs will look renewed focus. hood. and then speak to a Real- ing a car, but so too can very different from your You can also visit “Homebuyers may tor to narrow down their relying on public transit. current ones. For young “Choosing where you www.OREA.com

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FOOD RECIPE 4 FESTIVE HOLIDAY COCKTAILS Buying Brand Name

Garnish with a sprinkle of Perfect as a dessert cocktail, nutmeg. this sweet treat combines Products Or Generic GINGERBREAD vanilla rum, white choco- MARTINI. late liqueur, and pepper- Gather some friends mint schnapps. Add a shot Which Is Better? at your next holiday par- of each to a cocktail shaker ty to make gingerbread full of ice, shake well, and (NC) Saving a few tees offered on replacement houses while you sip on strain into a chilled martini dollars is always welcome, parts, history, and longev- gingerbread martinis. Pre- glass. Garnish with a candy especially around the ity of the brand. These ben- pare the martini glasses by cane or crushed candy cane holidays when expenses efits often aren’t offered by chilling them in the freezer, rim. are high and wallets are store brands, so it’s definite- then dip the rims in ginger stretched thin. Here are ly worth shelling out the liqueur and crushed ginger SPARKLING some ideas for where you extra money. For example, snaps. In a martini shaker CHAMPAGNE can save with the store Prestone antifreeze/coolant filled with ice, combine gin- SMOOTHIE. brand and when it’s in your is made with superior rust ger liqueur, vanilla citrus Nothing says celebra- best interest to spend on a and corrosion inhibitors liqueur, coffee-flavouredtion like champagne. For a branded product. that aren’t found in other rum, and a little honey and fun twist on a holiday toast, coolants. Guaranteed for all (NC) The holidays HOT BUTTERED RYE. heavy cream. Shake well whip up a quick sparkling FOR YOUR FOOD. vehicles including any car are a time for celebration, Fight cooler tempera- and pour. Garnish with a champagne smoothie. Com- Most grocery stores or light duty truck, you’ll packed with parties and tures with warmer drinks. dash of cinnamon or nut- bine your favourite fruit — offer generic alternatives also save because there’s intimate gatherings. Make This alternative to tradi- meg. fresh or frozen strawberries to pricier branded products, no need to buy multiple your next party an event to tional hot buttered rum and peaches are yummy like cereal, pop, and condi- vehicle-specific formulas for remember by crafting cock- combines whisky with hot CANDY CANE options — with yogurt and ments. Here, it’s more about each car in your home. tails in tune with the sea- water and ginger liqueur in COCKTAIL. a pinch of nutmeg in your personal taste than quality. son. Get creative with the a heat-safe glass or mug. Candy canes are only Vitamix machine and blend. Experimenting with store FOR YOUR HOME. warm spices and seasonal Use your Vitamix machine available on store shelves Pour into toasting flutes, top brands is a great idea, espe- Many household flavours in these delicious to create a decadent topping once a year, so take ad- with chilled champagne, cially because many offer a cleaning products have ex- recipes. made with heavy cream vantage of every chance and mix gently to combine. satisfaction guarantee that cellent generic substitutions and a touch of maple syrup. you get to indulge in them. Cheers! allows you to bring back that work just as well — a product you don’t enjoy. just check to make sure that For pantry staples like sug- you like the scent of that ar and flour, you won’t be non-branded hand soap. able to tell the difference be- Home décor is also another 20 Health Benefits Of Apple Cider Vinegar tween the brand name and area where you can save by generic, so go with the less choosing the store brand for costly one. items like pillows, rugs, and By S.Ratko study found that supplementing with sworn that apple cider vinegar cured vases. But when it comes the acetic acid found in apple cider warts and other skin issues. FOR YOUR VEHICLE. to paint, don’t skimp — ge- hile the uses for white vinegar vinegar reduced body fat in mice by When protecting a neric brands could require are plenty, apple cider vinegar 10%. 9. Strengthens the hair and W major investment such as more coats that will cost has arguably even more applications. makes it shine a vehicle, consider guaran- you in the long run. Its wide-ranging benefits include ev- 5. Balances Blood Sugar and ACV can be used as a natural erything from helping lose weight to Improves Diabetes hair conditioner and makes your hair alleviating cold symptoms, and some Medical research has proven strong and shiny! Take an old sham- dramatically increase your a spray bottle with 50% people have turned to apple cider that the acetic acid found in apple ci- poo bottle, then fill it will one table- energy. water and 50% ACV then vinegar to help with health concerns der vinegar can balance blood sugar spoon of apple cider vinegar and 1 cup spray windows and coun- including diabetes, cancer, heart prob- and improve diabetes. Put apple of water. Pour this on your hair af- 13. Natural Teeth ters for cleaning. lems, high cholesterol, and fungal cider vinegar on salads or ter shampooing three times per Whitener issues. Read on for more reasons to consume one tablespoon in week for best results. One of my apple cider 17. Ease Varicose Veins keep apple cider vinegar handy in water before meals. vinegar uses is as a natural Apple cider vinegar is your pantry. 10. Fight Seasonal teeth whitener. Take your excellent for varicose veins 6. Can Treat Heartburn Allergies finger and rub apple cider because it improves circula- 1. Rich in Potassium Some of the leading Another fantastic treat- vinegar on your teeth for 1 tion in the vein walls and The minerals in apple cider vin- causes of acid reflux and ment of ACV is for allergies. minute. Then rinse mouth is anti-inflammatory so re- egar like potassium can help reduce heartburn are an imbal- ACV helps break up mucous out with water. The pH duces bulging veins. Com- swelling and inflammation, improving anced stomach pH and in your body and support of apple cider vinegar can bine apple cider vinegar poison ivy. Also, ACV can help detox lack of enzymes and lymphatic drainage. It remove stains from your with witch hazel and rub on the poison out of your skin helping probiotics. Using also supports the im- teeth which help naturally veins in a circular motion, poison ivy heal more quickly. apple cider vin- mune system and whiten. and you should see im- egar is full of all can clear your si- provements in two weeks. 2. Antifungal of these nutrients. nuses. Put two ta- 14. Soothe a Sunburn The anti-bacterial and antifun- Adding 1 tbsp of blespoons in a large One of my favorite 18. Skin Toner for gal compounds in apple cider vinegar apple cider vin- glass of water and apple cider vinegar uses to Eczema and Acne make it an excellent natural cure for egar to a cup of drink 3x daily for soothe a sunburn. Put 1 The pH of apple cider skin and toenail fungus. Simply rub water and drink- allergies. cup of apple cider vinegar vinegar makes it an excel- on the area of fungus 2x daily. Also, ing it five minutes in a lukewarm bath along lent remedy for skin issues. using a mixture of coconut oil and oil before meals can 11. Cure a Cold with 1/4 cup of coconut oil Rub apple cider vinegar on of oregano is great for killing the fun- cure acid reflux. and Sore Throat and lavender essential oil to an area or use it to wash gus. Apple cider ease sunburnt skin. an area then put coconut 7. Good for the vinegar is the ul- oil and essential oils on the 3. Antibacterial skin timate remedy to 15. Natural Deodorant area to support further heal- Vinegar is known to have anti- The pH of cure a cold and sore Harmful bacteria and ing. fungal abilities and to kill harmful bac- apple cider vinegar throat fast! Because yeast are a primary cause teria and pathogens, so traditionally makes it an excel- it’s loaded with vi- of body odor. The armpit 19. Lower Blood people used it to clean their homes, lent remedy for tamins and probi- can stay damp which also Pressure bodies, and to fight off fungus from skin issues. Rub otic boosting acetic makes it a breeding ground In a 2009 12-week forming. Today, many people still use apple cider vinegar acid, it’s a great for bad bacteria. Simply study they found that con- ACV- and other types of vinegar too- on an area or use natural cure. Take dabbing some apple cider suming apple cider vinegar for a full range of cleansing applica- it to wash an area two tablespoons of vinegar on your fingers and lowered triglycerides and tions then put coconut oil apple cider vinegar running it into your armpit blood pressure significantly. and essential oils on in one glass of wa- can kill yeast and neutralize 4. Can Support Weight Loss and the area to support ter 3x daily to cure a odors keeping you smelling 20. Heal Poison Ivy Improve digestion further healing. cold. fresh all day. The minerals in apple A study published in the Journal cider vinegar like potassium of Diabetes Care found that consum- 8. Cures the warts 12. Boosts energy 16. An All-Natural can help reduce swelling ing apple cider vinegar could promote Put apple cider vinegar topi- Apple cider vinegar contains Household Cleaner and inflammation, improv- weight loss. There are several rea- cally on the wart and then cover with acetic acid which is acidic in nature The anti-bacterial ing poison ivy. Also, ACV sons ACV promotes fat loss, but one band aide or bandage. Leave on but has a more alkaline effect on the properties and the balanced can help detox the poison of those reasons include that ACV overnight and remove in the morning. rest of your body. Balancing your pH of apple cider vinegar out of your skin helping reduces sugar cravings, improves di- You may see results in one week, or bodies pH can reduce your risk of make it a perfect house- poison ivy heal more quick- gestion and detoxification. Another it could take longer. Thousands have chronic illnesses like cancer and can hold cleaning product. Fill ly.

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VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2016 20 NIGERIAN CANADIAN NEWS • To Advertise Call : 416-318-3506 NIGERIANS LIVING CHANGES IN CANADA’S TAXES FOR 2017

By Sandra Beagan will affect some mutual British Columbia is get- $4,000. ABROAD REMIT $35BN funds, business owners ting rid of medical services Here is a look at some selling their companies, and plan premiums for children Most changes an- of the changes in the Ca- life insurance. and young adults attending nounced in 2016 federal IN LESS THAN A YEAR nadian tax system for the Investors will also no school. and provincial budgets coming tax year: longer be able to re-balance Alberta’s is introducing have already been imple- their non-registered mu- a carbon tax on fossil fuels mented. The $35bn remit- Federal tual fund investments in which will be offset with a Jamie Golombek, tance, according to her, is Four child tax cred- corporations structured as rebate for all but people with managing director of tax the highest so far recorded its are ending this year: “switch funds” on a tax- high incomes. Its small busi- and estate planning for in Africa this year and the textbooks, education, arts, deferred basis. As of the ness corporate income tax CIBC Wealth Advisory third highest in the world. and fitness. If you prepaid 2017 tax year, capital gains rate is going down from Services: “There are a few “In 2016, they (Nige- in 2016 for 2017 arts and from such manoeuvers will three percent to two percent. changes that are unique rians living abroad) remit- fitness programs you can be taxed in the same way as Newfoundland and for 2017 but the average ted $35bn, which is higher claim them on your 2016 equities are taxed. Labrador is the only prov- Canadian is not going to than what was remitted in tax return up to the respec- Owners of both large ince raising its income tax see much difference be- 2015. This is the highest in tive limits of $250 and and small businesses who rates for 2017, and for all tween 2016 and 2017.” Africa and the third largest Mrs. Abike Dabiri-Erewa $500. sell their operations will tax brackets. The $35,000- According to Ja- in the world,” she stated. Income splitting for now gain less because as- $70,300 bracket will pay son Safar of Pricewater- Dabiri-Erewa drew the By Daniel Forrester families is cancelled. In sets such as trademarks and 14.5 percent, up one per- houseCoopers, the federal attention of the FIRS man- this program parents with goodwill will now be fully centage point from July and government could elimi- agement to tax concerns The Senior Special a child under 18 years taxable as investment in- two points from 2015. It is nate more tax credits in raised by Nigerians living Assistant to the President old could transfer up to come. Currently, half of the also raising the fees for us- 2017 and could feel pres- abroad, adding that this on Foreign Affairs and Di- $50,000 of income from proceeds of such a sale can ing provincial campsites and sure if there are corporate might frustrate the objec- aspora Matters, Mrs. Abike one to the other. The cap on be distributed tax free as a parks. and personal tax cuts in tive of the government in Dabiri-Erewa, recently said the tax credit for this pro- dividend. In Ontario the maxi- the US. encouraging them to invest that between January and gram was $2,000. As of the 2017 tax mum total cost of taking “I do find it interest- back home. December of 2016, over Changes to Employ- year, holders of new life out a payday loan will go ing to consider that given She said, “There is a $35bn had been remitted ment Insurance benefits and insurance policies will find down from $21 per $100 (Donald) Trump’s election lot of talk about your or- to the country by Nigerians a new Canada Child Benefit their ability to build up in- borrowed to $18 per $100 in the US and the prom- ganisation from Nigerians living abroad, according to have been introduced. vestment gains above death borrowed. Ontarians will ise of lower tax rates in in the Diaspora concerning Investor King. Aaron Wudrick, feder- benefit premiums on a tax get an eight percent rebate the US, what is going to taxes; whether there will Dabiri-Erewa disal director of the Canadian free basis decreased. on their hydro bills. happen with Canadian tax be tax incentives for Nige- closed this when she visited Taxpayers Federation, said Jason Safar, a Price- Quebec introduced rates?” he said. rians coming back home to the Executive Chairman of in a news release, “High waterhouseCoopers partner controversial health pre- Though some tax engage in agriculture and the Federal Inland Revenue income earners in most specializing in personal tax- miums in mid-2010 and amounts will increase in other businesses. Service, Mr. Babatunde provinces will pay more but es says that the new formula is getting rid of them two 2017 to reflect inflation “Recently, they ex- Fowler, and the manage- for the majority of Canadi- for calculating insurance will years early. Quebec is also – including tax brackets, pressed concern over re- ment team of the FIRS in ans, these two changes will make policies a little more introducing its carbon maximum amounts of vari- ports that we need to pay Abuja. mean more money in their expensive or reduce death cap and trade system and ous credits, and maximum tax on our passports. There She said the amount pockets.” benefits. doubling the first-time RRSP contributions – the should be the collaboration so far remitted to the coun- There are also some homebuyers’ maximum tax-free savings account between both offices to dis- try by Nigerians living federal tax changes that Provincial land transfer tax refund to limit remains at $5,500. abroad this year exceeded seminate information in the $21bn sent home by case they have questions or them last year. want answers.” HONEST ED’S HAS LAGOS NIGERIA HOSTING CASHLESS CLOSED FOREVER AFRICA EXPO 2017 AFTER 68 YEARS By Sandra Beagan include: customer in a digitalized Speakers include • Balancing regu- economy representatives from In a continent lation against innovation • Remittances in Barclays Bank, Chams- where there are more • The digital bank the digital age mobile, ConnectAfrica, mobile phones than and evolution in a com- The CashlessAfrica Helix Institute, Hormuud bank accounts and bank petitive market champion awards will Telecoms, Impala Pay, cards combined, digital • Disruptive tech- be awarded to organiza- Konga, M-paya, Milli- disruption is shifting the nologies and their impact tions that have made a com, Musoni, Oradian, balance of power in fi- on financial services in significant contribution Pwc Nigeria, Redcloud, nancial services and af- Africa to the digital financial TransferTo, Voguepay, fecting the way millions • Fintechs and services industry in Af- and Wallettec among 30 make remittances, pay banks: collaboration or rica and there will be a other thought leaders. their bills, and otherwise competition Hackathon – a session Participants will move and manage their • The future of in which participants will learn about mobile finan- By Sandra Beagan and grocery items. It was money. banking, money, and work on solutions to new cial services, the future decorated with posters and payments in Africa financial services chal- of Fintech, and digital fi- Honest Ed’s, a fix- photos from old films and Africa’s highly reg- • Protecting the lenges in the continent. nancial services. ture in Toronto for 68 years stage productions from Mir- ulated financial industry (opened in 1948) closed for vish's theatres and of the needs to adapt to the good on December 31 at 5 musicians and actors who pm. performed in them. Every digital age and to the de- The Honest Ed’s sign, sign in the store was hand- mands of the large per- If satisfied, tell OTHERS! made up of 23,000 lights, painted. centage of the population has stretched around the The TTC’s Bathurst who are young. corner of Bathurst and Bloor subway station has installed If not, please TELL US. streets for three blocks since replica signs to honour the CashlessAfrica is an 1984. People have been end of the Honest Ed’s era. opportunity for stake- forking over money for the Big box stores and holders in the financial To advertise: 416-318-3506 vintage painted signs filled internet shopping contrib- services supply side to with corny jokes to grab a uted to the store’s closure. [email protected] reinvent their current piece of Toronto’s history. As well, Dave Mirvish was Nigerian Canadian Newspaper, Canada The discount store was never as interested in the business models, share named for its proprietor, Ed store as his father was. But their innovations, and Mirvish, who died in 2007 it never took a loss in all the learn more about Africa’s at 92. years it was open. digital financial services The store sold low- The site is expected to market. priced merchandise, includ- be redeveloped into a com- Some of the topics DISTINCTLY AHEAD ing kitchenware, toys, win- mercial/residential usage for speeches and ses- ter coats, vacuum cleaners, area. sions at the 2017 Expo

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REFLECTIONS ON RELATIONSHIPS

DEALING WITH EMOTIONALLY UN- HOW TO HANDLE PAST HURTS

AVAILABLE MEN: DOS AND DON’TS By Pastor Taiwo Odubiyi and of course, that could influence your attitude, By Lyndsay Wilson something along the lines real - i.e. don’t fool yourself As Fred and his wife, affect the present and of, “well that’s true, but into thinking that love that Moni got down from their if not handled carefully This may be an un- he’s different. He’s been isn’t expressed counts. If car, they saw Onome. could affect the future. popular opinion, but when hurt in the past. It isn’t his you feel like there is a well Moni said hello and invol- This could prevent you it comes to “emotionally fault. He’s been through so of unexpressed love and untarily looked at Fred. and your marriage from unavailable” people and much. He was raised that affection hidden in your He greeted Onome briefly moving forward. dating them, the bottom line way. He does care about partner, but he is too afraid/ and followed Moni into In the story above, is: don’t. me, it’s just complicated stressed/confused to let it their apartment. Moni was following this Here’s what you right now... “? out, be careful. At the end of Moni remembered principle when she hesi- Pastor Taiwo Odubiyi can do though if your emo- You may be making the day, what counts is ac- the past and all the pain tated to bring up the is- tional gestures are not being excuses to explain away tual behaviour. came over her again but something?” sue of her husband’s af- reciprocated, if your partner your partner’s negligent It doesn’t matter what she determined she would She shrugged, “Well, fair with Onome, a fresh seems stunted in the EQ de- behaviour. While you may your partner is promising not allow her emotions it’s just that seeing On- graduate. partment or if you feel like see it as compassionate and in the future, or what they to colour her mood. She ome now brought the The past misdeed getting affection from them understanding, what you say they intend but cannot would not let her feelings past back to my memory.” should not be brought up is harder than getting blood may be doing is enabling actually deliver - what only show to Fred. She entered There, she had said it. especially in an argument. from a stone. and condoning a behaviour matters is their actual be- the kitchen and cooked. Don’t throw it at your you don’t ultimately agree haviour, right now. It may He took a deep Afterward, they sat at the spouse’s face. That will Be realistic with. Unfortunately, many be that things will change, breath. “I’m sorry.” …... table and began to eat to- Many woman (this ar- cultures have the image of that you’ll win their hearts, …... It’s just that the hurt and could get your gether. ticle will talk about women, a woman “saving” a man that everything will be OK. pain comes sometimes spouse angry. It will not Fred was making but obviously anyone can emotionally - how many It could also be that you and refuses to go away. help matters, neither will have an emotionally un- movies show a dry, cyni- lose them anyway and will conversations, and Moni The same thing hap- it help your marriage or available partner) would cal hero totally falling in have to look back and won- answered quietly, with- pened when I saw her last bring you closer to your not hesitate to cut from love with a charming and der how you stayed in a out laughing much. He week.” spouse. their lives someone who childlike women? Although situation where, realistically raised his eyes to look He tightened his A gentle answer didn’t measure up in crucial he’s ambivalent, instead of speaking, you were doing at her once, sensing that arms around her. turns away wrath, but a ways. We all have our deal- moving on to a more emo- all the legwork. her mood seemed to have She really needed to harsh word stirs up an- breakers. But somehow, not tionally available man, she It is not only one per- changed. What could the be reassured so she asked ger. (Proverbs 15:1 NIV) expressing affection and be- stays to teach him how to son’s responsibility to do problem be? Or could it be softly, “Is it really over be- Starting a quarrel ing emotionally immature feel, and of course, to love all the emotional work in a his imagination? tween you?” is like breaching a dam; are seen as exceptions. her back. It’s naive to think relationship. In fact, if you Moni struggled to (Excerpts from ‘Tears so drop the matter be- Think about it: would that a woman can draw an have found this article, you push the pain away. She On My Pillow’) fore a dispute breaks out. you manage with some- emotionally reluctant man may have landed here be- had to. Fred was making As I have said sev- (Proverbs 17:14 NIV) one who was physically out of his shell, that she can cause you were attempting efforts these days to love eral times and mentioned Thinking about a unavailable? Intellectually convince him to open up to do your partner’s emo- her and she must encour- in my novels and the past offense enlarges it in unavailable? What about to her with love alone and tional work. While they age him. She noticed that book ‘30 Things Wives your mind. You cannot do legally unavailable? While sheer willpower. may have a legitimate issue he had finished the juice Do That Hurt Their Hus- anything about what has people can see what a bad If you are justifying with affection or commit- in his glass cup. “Do you bands’, there are prin- already happened. What idea it is to become ro- your partner’s behaviour, ment, it’s ultimately some- want me to pour more ciples to be followed to you should do is pray mantically involved with ask yourself why. Perhaps, thing that they need to fig- juice for you?” She asked have a healthy, good and about it, by asking God to someone who is in another even though you can’t ure out for themselves. nicely. lasting relationship. These heal your heart. Choose country, very much less in- stand how distant he is, Is your partner also He nodded, “Yes, principles are biblical. to forgive, choose to keep telligent than they are or, to you are unconsciously buy- searching online for infor- thank you.” One of these prin- your home, let go of the put it bluntly, married, the ing into the role where you mation about how to be As she quietly sat ciples is that offenses past and don’t bring it up same is not true with emo- coax some affection out of more emotionally available with him later to watch should be forgiven and again. tional unavailability. him. Women who tolerate to you? TV, she felt the issue of forgotten, which means WHEN CAN THE PAST But practically speak- emotional coldness from When you are able to the past was something HURT BE BROUGHT ing, being emotionally their partners may be trying realistically appraise your that it should not be she would have to bear UP? unavailable is not much to undo that pattern from relationship as well as be brought up again espe- alone and she prayed that different. The key word is their childhoods - without assertive enough in what cially if your spouse has There are times God would help her over- “unavailable”. Be realistic understanding why, they you need to be happy in apologised for it. One of when bringing up the come it. with yourself - whatever are drawn to “difficult” men one, you may decide to the Biblical Scriptures for past will be considered to the reason, if someone is and the promise that they move on or you may not. Fred eventually this principle is 1Corinthi- be necessary and okay, not available to you, then could finally earn their love. Ultimately, keep in mind asked, “Are you very ans 13:5 and in line with another they are not available. Pe- that a healthy relationship happy?” Love does not principle of a successful riod. Take an honest look is balanced - where feelings “Yes,” she tried to dishonour others, it and healthy relationship – at the relationship aren’t reciprocated, resent- smile. How could she be is not self-seeking, it Communication. Avoid making ex- Do an honest apprais- ment will eventually build. sure it was really over be- is not easily angered, 1. When it has injured cuses on their behalf al of the amount of affection What it boils down to is this: tween Fred and Onome? it keeps no record of your marriage Did you read the pre- and openness you currently you are offering love and “You seem a little wrongs. (1Corinthians 2. When it still hurts vious paragraph and have share with your partner, and affection to your partner, withdrawn.” 13:5 NIV) deeply a knee-jerk reaction to de- how it compares to what and you shouldn’t settle for She shook her head. Some people like re- 3. When it has not been fend your partner? Did you you need. Resist “counting” a situation where you are “There’s nothing.” ferring to the past, quoting dealt with have an internal argument, affection that isn’t actually not given the same in ret “There’s nothing as date, time, statements and 4. When it is still going on in - there’s really nothing names, to score points. 5. When it can affect the or there’s nothing as in - Some others refer to the future continued from p(16) leave me alone?” past because they have 6. When you have an un- She kept quiet. not forgiven their spouses derstanding spouse who children teaches them it’s ing increase the risk of ag- makes it more likely they’ll “Let’s go in.” He told for the offenses. What- is willing to work through okay to use violence. If gression in children, but be aggressive later on. It’s her quietly. ever the case may be, it the issues with you mom and dad do it, why it’s easy for a mom and dad better to spare the rod. She followed him In the novel ‘Tears shouldn’t I? Children enjoy who’s frustrated to cross is better not to bring it up into the bedroom. On My Pillow’, Moni still imitating their parents and the line and be abusive. References: again; let the sleeping dog Behind closed doors, had doubts and concerns. a spanked child learn that Where do you draw the Medscape.com web- lie, especially if the inci- he held her strong. “If when someone doesn’t do line? How much spank- site. “Spanking Toddlers dent was in the past. She hesitated to bring it there’s anything at any- what you want, it’s okay ing is enough and when Makes for More Aggressive If you have a fresh up and finally did because to respond in a physical does it become too much? 5-Year-Olds”. time, I want us to discuss issue with your spouse, Fred showed sincere con- manner. Some studies also The best solution is to use Physorg.com website. it. We should clarify issues keep to the facts of this cern and she knew she show that spanked children non-violent methods to “Spanking children can as soon as possible; that’s particular issue as much as could discuss it with him. are more prone to anxiety discipline a child – to avoid Lead to Aggressive Behav- what the pastor said. And possible, and refrain from She did, and Fred assured during childhood and later having a child mimic your ior”. if I seem to be forgetting referring to the past or the her of his commitment to in life - and this increases behavior. A new study shows my promises, I want you past misdeed especially if their marriage. If Fred did their risk of aggressive Spanked Children and that spanked children may to remind me.” he or she has apologised not show care or concern, behavior – or leads to the the Risk of Childhood Ag- be at higher risk of aggres- Should she mention and has stopped doing it she wouldn’t have talked other extreme of being gressive Behavior sion and violent behav- the real issue? She be- or it’s not likely it hap- about it, but the doubts fearful around other kids Spanking children ior. Is spanking children gan to think. He sensed pens again. Bringing up would have remained in and adults. sends a child the message a practice that should be her hesitation and asked, the past shows that you her heart and might cause Not only does spank- that violence is okay and stopped? “Are you thinking about are still dwelling on it, problems in future.

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BEAUTY WELLNESS BOBBI BROWN LEAVES BATH SALTS – HER COSMETICS BRAND ULTIMATE RELAXATION AFTER 25 YEARS AND HEALING

By S.Ratko new chapter and move on a highly successful, global makeup artist in New York, By S.Ratko skin. to new ventures,” Brown beauty brand. Bobbi will together with photogra- Whenever you expe- Makeup artist Bobbi said in a press release. always be part of our Estée phers such as Patrick De- Our daily lifestyles ex- rience minor rashes, feet Brown is leaving her epon- Estée Lauder openly Lauder Companies family marchelier and with famous pose us to conditions that calluses or happen to be ymous cosmetics brand. thanked the cosmetic su- and we wish her the very models, including Naomi put our bodies and make accidentally bitten by in- After spending 25 perstar for her tenure at the best in the future.” Campbell. us overly exhausted. After sects, these salts can also years as the head of Bobbi firm, with William P. Laud- The brand, which has Nowadays Bobbi long and tiresome days, we help you to ease the result- Brown Cosmetics, Brown er, Executive Chairman at been founded in 1991 in Brown Cosmetics products need moments of relaxation ing irritations. The higher is getting ready to turn the The Estée Lauder Compa- the form of a variety of lip- are sold in over 70 coun- and ways of easing the ten- the quality of the salts page. The company was ac- nies, saying: sticks, is famous primarily tries worldwide, in shops sion. Hot baths seasoned used, the higher the degree quired by The Estée Lauder “More than two de- due to its natural approach and a large number of free- with bath salts can give of scar improvement and Companies in 1995, but cades ago, we met an ex- to beauty, nicely presented standing boutiques. you an excellent soak that healing that you are likely Bobbi kept the place of CEO. tremely creative makeup up by its slogan, ‘be who In 2014, Brown will leave every part of you to experience. “The brand’s 25-year artist with a revolutionary you are’. launched ‘Bobbi Brown Eye including your tired feet The ingredients that anniversary was a wonder- idea that changed the way Brown started the wear, ‘ a line of sunglasses and stiff back in maximum constitute these salts in- ful milestone that made me women feel about beauty. business after working as and reading glasses which relaxation. The beauty with clude essential oils which realize it was time to start a That idea grew into a professional cosmetic and was a huge success. bath salts is that they come give the body a massaging in a cocktail of fragrances effect. The calmness and making them even more relaxation experience that appealing to use. This cou- these salts bring is largely pled with the healing prop- attributed to their sooth- 5 COLD WEATHER ESSENTIALS FOR erties imbued in these salts ing and pleasant scents. makes them a must-have in Unwinding and relaxation, your home. especially at the end of an THE RUGGED OUTDOORSMAN You would be sur- engaging day, helps in en- prised to know that bath hancing the quality of sleep salts play an integral role in NCNC Staff at Mark’s, the next time he FRIEND. at night. This is important enhancing blood circulation says he’s warm, you’ll know Flannel’s versatil- for personal growth and de- in your body. 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You don’t mess in layers. Make sure you to dress it up or light wash eas before taking a shower. sion and any minor inju- around, and neither should have a base layer repelling to dress it down and pop on This should be adequate ries. When used on aching your boots. Boots are an in- the moisture away from a vest for extra warmth. It’s to complete the exfoliation legs, bruised feet and sore vestment piece — if your feet your body. Your mid-layer the ultimate manly piece in process and in addition ex- Did you know you muscles, these salts bring aren’t dry and warm, you’re should be a warm fleece to your wardrobe. pose the uncovered skin to can buy insulated jeans? in a relaxation and curing not going to be happy. So do keep the heat in, and your 5. Wear a toque and the healing and soothing They still look cool, but are effect. yourself a favour and opt for outer-layer should be wa- gloves. On cooler days, if effect of water treated with more practical than ever for Blockage of pores has a good quality, insulated wa- terproof, breathable, and in- your core is protected but bath salts. our bitter winters. A good been associated with a host terproof boot. Check the sole sulated for those extra cold your extremities aren’t, even To get the most out pair of jeans can withstand of skin conditions most of of the boot — the thicker it days. Too hot? Take a layer the warmest coat won’t help of the bath salts, you need daily wear and tear as well which have far-reaching is, the warmer your feet will off. Too cold? Put a layer you out. Protect yourself to be creative and mix dif- as nature’s worst. A tough effects. Bath salts help in stay. back on. from the elements by keep- ferent the different colors, guy will never admit he the opening of these pores ing these small accessories scents and textures so as to gets cold, but with a pair of thereby leading to a puri- 2. JEANS, JEANS, JEANS. 4. FLANNEL IS YOUR close by. get optimal results that will T-Max lined jeans available fied, clean and toxin-free serve you well.

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By Dr. Ignatius Odianosen However the deep-seated members once upon a time. must change. Some of the Africa” but I was undoubt- rican passport holders must Okosun (PhD) evolution of this impend- But it is no longer a simple greatest countries on earth edly inspired by the posi- be approved to enjoy visa- ing split, it holds special rel- matter. No matter its regret including the United States tion canvassed by them. on-arrival facility in every Afri was a Latin name evance for Africa and other today, it must live with the of America and Canada are You can imagine my excite- part of the continent. This used to refer to the inhabit- countries with great diversi- consequences of allowing all massive. This is not to ment when the countries of should be the goal of the Af- ants of Africa, which in its ty, as to the solution to divi- a once powerful nation to say smaller countries can- West Africa decided to come rican Union. It is gratifying widest sense referred to all sions and angst that always dismember itself in a fit of not make it. It is this ‘small- together and promote eco- to know that some leader lands south of the Mediter- dog plurality in these chal- recklessness. ness is good’ mentality that nomic ties and freedom of have already put plans in ranean (Ancient Libya). lenged sociologies. That is why all those is one of the reasons that movement of their diverse place for this great initiative. This name seems to have An earlier referendum calling for the collapse of I find the success of Brexit citizens. But decades after President John Dra- originally referred to a na- for Scottish Independence Africa as one continent in the British referendum this glorious union, we are mani Mahama of Ghana, tive Libyan tribe. The name produced a result couched in should take a pause and amazing. yet to take full advantage vision of pushing such a is usually connected with realism and level-headed- think through the acute I still cannot fathom of that beautiful vision of laudable agenda in this Hebrew or Phoenician afar ness. However, as political frustrations that may have how a continent that once the founding fathers of Eco- age of global xenophobia ‘dust’, but a 1981 hypothe- opportunists in the British necessitated their clamour prided itself in controlling nomic Community of West epitomised by the Brexit sis has asserted that it stems Conservative and the United for confederation or outright empires spanned almost all Africa States. campaign in Great Britain from the Berber ifri (plural Kingdom Independent Party secession and consider the the continents of the world It is pertinent for Afri- and the emergence of the ifran) “cave”, in reference (UKIP) smelt blood and the consequences. would now lessen itself to ca to embrace the foresight- openly racist and bigoted to cave dwellers. The same opportunism provided by However, I am almost one that is contented to reed advice of Dr Nkrumah. phenomenon that is Donald word may be found in the economic recession, wage certain that if a referendum main in its little corner of Africans should stop wait- Trump in the United States name of the Banu Ifran from inequality and the fear of is to hold in Africa today to the world fighting imagi- ing for crumbs from donor of America should be ap- Algeria and Tripolitania, a uncontrolled immigration consider a renegotiation of nary enemies. nations. Africa is richly preciated. In this regard, Berber tribe originally from reminiscent of the “Rivers the statehood of the conti- Whatever contrary blessed with human and President John Dramani Yafran (also known as If- of Blood” prophesy of Collin nent many would vote for view you hold, at least in mineral resources. The ex- Mahama has demonstrated rane) in northwestern Lib- Powell, the racist Conserva- an immediate dissolution their own case you will find pertise required to develop an uncommon courage by ya. tive MP of a previous era, without a blink. What is that the reason why the can be sourced from differ- breaking down one of the Africa is the world’s they moved in to reap from very unfortunate is the fact majority chose to go the ent parts of Africa. I believe walls of superstitions that second-largest and second- the angst of a befuddled and that this decision would not way they did was largely as that our human resources have divided us for far too most-populous continent. mostly politically and intel- be based on any hard fact result of patriotic zeal rather capabilities are one of the long and other African lead- At about 30.3 million km² lectually challenged voting or guarantee that this action than self-gratification. best in the world. ers must emulate this posi- (11.7 million square miles) public , to entice the United would bring long-lasting My religious instinct If precisely harnessed tive gesture. including adjacent islands, Kingdom out of the comfort peace or progress to the re- always tells me that Africa and channelled to produc- According to Nelson it covers six per cent of and certainty of the Euro- configured nation-states. was not created big for the tive sectors of the African Mandela “Difficulties there Earth’s total surface area pean Union. I dare say that what- fun of it. It was for a pur- economy, the people of the are, and we do not under- and 20.4 per cent of its total Almost immediately ever entities are created pose, and it is one that we continent would be much estimate them. To name but land area. With 1.1 billion after the outcome and of the would soon find themselves shall realise in the fullness better for the effective and some of them: we have to people as of 2013, it ac- Brexit referendum became bedevilled by the same as- of time. Why should we use efficient utilisation of the find ways of ensuring that counts for about 15% of the apparent, the ramifications sumed ills that would have divisive methods to annihi- abundant natural resources. growth translates into em- world’s human population. of this decision dawned on caused the cataclysm and late such a formidable conti- The investments we des- ployment; that the region The continent is sur- the British people and san- collapse in the first place. I nent because of the rascal- perately seek in Europe and - and the African conti- rounded by the Mediter- ity immediately returned to have always postulated that ity of a few people? We can America can be found in Af- nent - secures an equitable ranean Sea to the north, the masses, now realising if Africa should fall into the never strive in the global rica. African leaders must be share of world trade; and both the Suez Canal and that they were fed lies and temptation of falling apart, fight for recognition if we willing and ready to provide that investment into the the Red Sea along the Sinai innuendo by the sleek poli- we may find up to a thou- allow politicians to separate the enabling environment region matches its record Peninsula to the northeast, ticians that always want to sand countries within a sin- us for personal aggrandize- for business to flourish. in creating an ideal destina- the Indian Ocean to the reap from the disenchant- gle continent. ment. One of the ways in tion for investment. Over- southeast, and the Atlantic ment of the people with The reason is very Our core values have which the continent of Af- come these difficulties we Ocean to the west. The con- their reality simple. We are all very always been “strength in rica can spout into the rich must. The fact that poverty tinent includes Madagascar Britain has chosen to strong-headed and self- unity and diversity”. This is collection of human tal- and deprivation continue and various archipelagos. It take a monumental risk. opinionated. We want not a contradiction in terms. ent that abounds within its to define the condition of contains 54 fully recognized There is nothing wrong things our own individual It is what makes cosmo- fold is to positively encour- most of our region and of sovereign states (countries), with taking risks. It is part ways. Any other way is no politan cities and countries age migration of its citizens humanity is an indictment nine territories and two de of growing up as a people. way. That is why we use survive what would other- from one country to another of the past from which we facto independent states They will learn from it in the religious, ethnic, political wise be loaded time bombs by removing all impedi- are emerging. But should with limited or no recogni- long run, either positively or and social excuses to cause in their corporate structures ments and obstacles that we fail to build the partner- tion. negatively. mayhem in our polity when and existence. would militate against free ships for development in However the awful Russia was once very the real reason for our disaf- As a continent our movement and by implica- Africa which can eradicate exit of Britain from the Eu- powerful but it had its influ- fection is our personal ambi- favourite inspirations has tion wealth creation. these scourges, then history ropean Union has compelled enced greatly whittled down tion and greed. been drawn from great pos- There is no justifi- will make a harsh judgment me to choose this important after its cataclysmic break- It does not matter to tulations including ‘Africa cation for some African upon us too” piece. The sudden reality of up. I am sure the old people us that the ultimate result of Must Unite’ by Dr. Kwame countries to waive visas the exit of the United King- of Soviet Union would wish our actions would be to the Nkrumah, a former Presi- for European and Ameri- Dr. Ignatius Okosun is dom from its alliance with to turn the direction of the detriment of the generality dent of Ghana and struggles can countries while insist- a researcher, prolific writer the European Union holds clock backward and bring of the people as long as we of great men like late Nelson ing African passports must on various national/global great ramifications for the back those good old days. perceive that in the long run Mandela of South Africa. go through the horrendous issues and a social com- future of Europe and the Russia has been fight- there would be something We always ponder on what process of obtaining visas. mentator. He resides in To- rest of the global village that ing back trying to bully and in it for us. 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UBER STOPS SELF-DRIVING CAR 5 THINGS YOU SHOULD PROGRAM IN CALIFORNIA NEVER POST ON FACEBOOK Facebook has become formation that is needed By Daniel Forrester ogy that has the capability the Google of social net- to steal your identity. It’s to drive a vehicle without works. If you’re not updat- best to not list the date at Uber Technologies the active physical control ing your status right now, all, but if you must, at least Inc. pulled its self-driving or monitoring by a human chances are that you are leave out the year. Your real cars from San Francisco’s operator.” The California uploading photos or taking friends should know this streets after the state of DMV requires autonomous some sort of odd quiz. We info anyway. California revoked registra- vehicle providers to register post tons of intimate details tions for the vehicles. with the state, something about our lives that we nor- 2. YOUR RELATIONSHIP The move impacted that Alphabet Inc.’s Google, mally wouldn’t share with STATUS 16 Uber automobiles, the Mercedes-Benz, Nissan anyone. We think that as Whether you are in a Department of Motor Ve- Motor Co., General Motors long as we make sure our relationship or not, it may hicles wrote in an e-mailed Co.’s Cruise and Baidu Inc. privacy settings are set cor- be best not to make it public statement recently. The have done. rectly that we are safe and knowledge. Stalkers would agency also issued a letter Companies are re- snug within our circle of love to know that you just to the company inviting it quired to file reports when friends. became newly single. If you to apply for registration for drivers intercede or their change your status to “sin- autonomous vehicle test- cars crash. Tesla doesn’t The problem is that gle” it gives them the green ing, saying that it has a mobiles without a permit. file any such reports and we never know who’s re- light they were looking for dedicated team to expedite Almost since its in- Uber suggested recently it similarly believes it doesn’t ally looking at our informa- to resume stalking now that the process. Uber said it ception in 2009, Uber has would try to shape future meet the requirements for tion. you’re back on the market. had stopped using the cars run afoul of regulators in its regulation instead of filing autonomous vehicles. Our friend’s account It also lets them know in the state. home state and elsewhere, the paperwork. Uber still operates self- could have been hacked that you might be home Uber said recently usually over taxi and la- “We’re now looking driving vehicles in Pitts- when they installed some alone since your significant it began rolling out its bor rules. In the case of at where we can redeploy burgh, where the program rogue application, or their other is no longer around. self-driving vehicles in its self-driving cars, Uber said these cars but remain 100 began in September. San creepy uncle might be us- Your best bet is to just leave hometown of San Francisco its vehicles require over- percent committed to Cali- Francisco was the second ing their account because this blank on your profile. without seeking permission sight by a human driver fornia and will be redou- city where Uber custom- they forgot to log out. For from authorities. The com- and therefore shouldn’t bling our efforts to develop ers could request a ride in a the sake of the safety of 3. YOUR CURRENT pany argued it hadn’t be- qualify under California’s workable statewide rules,” self-driving car. It may find you and your family, there LOCATION haved any differently than autonomous-driving rules. Uber wrote in an e-mailed friendlier officials outside its is some information that There are a lot of Tesla Motors Inc., which The state attorney general statement. home state. Arizona Gover- you should never post on people who love the loca- makes electric cars that in- threatened legal action last The California vehicle nor Doug Ducey wrote on Facebook. Here are 5 things tion tagging feature on clude a feature called Auto- week if the company con- code defines an autono- Twitter, “California may not you should consider remov- Facebook that allows them pilot. tinued operating the auto- mous vehicle as a “technol- want you; but AZ does!” ing or not posting to Face- to let people know where book and/or other social they are 24/7. The problem networks. is that you have just told everyone that you’re on NETFLIX NOW OFFERS OFFLINE WATCHING 1. YOU OR YOUR vacation (and not at your FAMILY’S FULL BIRTH house). 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Subscribers who live To use the new service, menu. comes at a time when Net- in countries or regions with subscribers must install the Netflix is promising to flix has expanded into more spotty internet connectivity updated app on their phone continue adding titles to the than 130 countries. By the have also been asking for or tablet and then they offline menu. end of 2016 the company APPLE’S STARTUP CHIME the service. can look for “Available for CEO Reed Hastings had more than 39 million The streaming ser- Download” on the menu. has long resisted calls for subscribers outside of the IS GOING BYE-BYE vice’s biggest rival, Ama- Not all Netflix content a download option. At one US. By Sandra Beagan that a discontinuation of the chime was coming. Apple is getting rid of Some people will MTN NIGERIA MAKES A $263M its signature startup chime miss it the chime. It’s been on its new MacBook Pro re- around for a long time. lease. The chime has been Apple computers first had INSTALLMENT PAYMENT ON ITS $1.7BN FINE around since 1998. startup chimes in the 1980s The chime-less start- and the chime we all know By Sandra Beagan amount as an instalment vices. MTN, Africa’s larg- up may be because the now began in 1998 with on the full payment. “For The company had est telecom company, computer auto-boots any- the iMac G3. time the cover is lifted. MTN Nigeria has the first year, they paid originally been ordered however they did it, has But if users want to On older Macs the startup made an installment on N80 billion, after paying by Nigeria’s government successfully negotiated a restore the sound, they can! chime was a way to reset Using an administra- the fine imposed on it the initial N50 billion, to pay a $3.9 billion fine six installment payment the computer’s non-volatile tive password, open Termi- for failing to deactivate and they will have to but that was later re- to take place over a three RAM, according to the FAQ nal and type this command: more than five million pay for three years un- duced by more than half. year period. page for older Macs. There sudo nvram BootAu- unregistered SIM cards. til they will complete the The minister point- In light of fluctua- is no mention of the sound dio=%01 It has now paid N80 bil- N330 billion,” he said. ed out that anybody go- tions in exchange rates on the FAQ page for the Use this command lion ($263m) out of the Shittu said that the ing through the court between the naira and new MacBook. to go back to silent mode: N330 billion ($1.7 bil- government considered system who can’t pay the dollar, the fine is A commenter on Pin- sudo nvram BootAu- lion) it owes. a number of factors in their fine for whatever to be paid at the ex- gie.com raised the point dio=%00 Nigeria’s Minister of negotiating with MTN, reason would ask for re- change rate that was in that the lace of a startup You can also appar- Communications, Ade- out of concern that the consideration by bring- place when the sanction sound on Apple’s other ently disable the auto-boot bayo Shittu, said that company might just ing a motion or by way was imposed in October new products, including and go back to a classic the company paid the leave and withdraw ser- of appeal. 2015. iPhones, made it obvious startup mode.

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By Sandra Beagan force the results.” They the people’s wish,” de Sou- human rights abuses. He NEEDS MORE FUNDS didn’t say what that action za said. has held regular elections The Gambia’s Presi- would be. “Senegal has been se- throughout his mandate sembly last week.” dent Yahya Jammeh gra- But ECOWAS has lected by its peers to lead though. The President con- ciously conceded the presi- spoken up again. It has de- the operations but we do Barrow, a property firmed that Nigerian mis- dential election victory cided that Senegal will lead not wish to start a conflict,” developer, was put forward sions abroad had been re- to Adama Barrow on De- a military intervention to de Souza added. The Gam- as a candidate by seven structured. cember 2, even before the force Jammeh to step down bia is surrounded on three opposition parties and won He attributed the December 1 vote was fully if he follows through with sides by Senegal. the election by a small exercise to the prevailing counted. But on December his refusal. “If he loves his peo- margin. He campaigned on economic circumstances 9 he recanted his conces- Marcel Alain de Sou- ple, he has to be able to ne- a human rights platform. in the county. sion, and on December 20 za, president of the ECOW- gotiate an exit door calmly. From a population he demanded that the elec- Buhari, therefore, AS commission, said that If it doesn’t happen, the of over two million, half tion be annulled and de- urged the ambassadors- President Jammeh will be most radical means will be a million voted (using the clared that he will not step removed by force if the me- used.” country’s unique system Muhammadu Buhar designate to join him in down on January 19 which diation team, led by Nige- Jammeh’s party has of marbles and steel drum By S.Ratko making sacrifices for the is when Barrow is to take ria’s President Muhamma- brought a case to the coun- ballot boxes): country. President Muham- office. du Buhari, fails to convince try’s Supreme Court asking • 43.3 percent sup- “As we are all mak- At the time, ECOWAS madu Buhari recently Jammeh to step down. to cancel the election reported Barrow ing great sacrifices at (Economic Community of regretted that the funds “If he is not going, sult. The case is expected • 9.6 percent sup- home, we also expect you West African States) lead- we have standby forces to begin on January 10. ported Jammeh available to run the na- to similarly make judi- ers spoke up, saying that already alerted and these Jammeh came to power in • 17.1 percent sup- tion’s missions abroad cious use of the resources the organization will “take standby forces have to be 1994 through a coup and ported the other candidate, would not be as robust as put at the disposal of your all necessary action to enable to intervene to restore has long been accused of Mamma Kandeh his administration would missions. want until the economic “As Heads of Mis- situation improved. sions, you will be held ac- He urged the nation’s countable for the utilisa- GRACE MUGABE REPORTEDLY EXPORTED ambassadors-designate tion of all resources under to learn to “do more with your control. These are less.” lean times, and all of us ANIMALS TO CHINA TO PAY DEBT FOR DRC According to a state- are expected to do more ment by his Special Ad- with less,” he stated. viser on Media and Pub- Buhari charged the By Sandra Beagan enas, eight lions, and at expert, Nick Lynch, said from three properties she licity, Mr. Femi Adesina, ambassadors-designate to least 35 elephant calves for that the roundup and trans- seized from a Lebanese the President spoke while change the narrative of Ni- Another controversy Chinese wildlife parks in port of the young elephants businessman in a dispute declaring open an induc- geria outside the country for Zimbabwe’s First Lady late December. The animals is “a mad act of cruelty.” over a $1.35m diamond Grace Mugabe – she alleg- tion course organised by by playing up the positive were reportedly taken from Wildlife officials in ring. She ordered the ring edly used Zimbabwean ani- the Ministry of Foreign values and outstanding the country’s Hwange Na- Zimbabwe claimed that as a gift to herself from mals to settle a debt for the tional Park. moving the elephants will her husband for their 20th Affairs for career ambas- contributions of Nigerians Democratic Republic of the President Mugabe is “ease pressure on the ‘over- wedding anniversary but sadors-designate, who in the global arena. were recently cleared by Congo (DRC). close to DRC’s President Jo- burdened’ parks.” Lynch wanted a refund because He regretted that for Mugabe sent a “me- the Senate. seph Kabila and has been pointed out on Facebook the ring was polished. too long, Nigeria had only nagerie of safari animals to The President ex- since the 1990s when he that “elephant families are Though several sourc- been known in the inter- a Chinese wildlife park to sent troops to help Kabila’s tightly bonded and . . . this es have reported the export pressed the optimism that national community as a pay for military uniforms late father, Laurent, put type of activity merely cre- of animals from Zimbabwe some factors that led the nation of fraudsters, ter- for the DRC,” according to down a rebellion. ates PTSD in the elephants to China, the Zimbabwean nation into economic re- rorists, and vandals. the UK news site The Times. There is widespread and causes the remaining embassy in China has de- cession would reduce in He said the task She allegedly paid off concern among conserva- herds to behave disfunc- nied the reports saying the New Year. ahead of the ambassa- a debt to China for military tionists that China will use tionally.” that the country “has not He said, “We are op- dors-designate and their uniforms and boots for the the elephants for an ivory A few days earlier a exported any game for pur- timistic that the external members of staff was to Congolese forces by ship- farming operation. court ordered Grace Mugabe poses of settling some mili- factors that partly con- make their host govern- ping a giraffe, a dozen hy- A Zambian wildlife to remove her personnel tary debt or any debt at all.” tributed to pushing our ments, the private sector economy into recession and other segments of the will ebb in 2017. society know that Nigeria “Until then, I regret was more than the nega- ZIMBABWE: GOVERNMENT OFFICIAL, that the resources avail- tive image portrayed to able to fund our missions them. abroad will not be as ro- He said, “For far too 70, MARRIES 23-YEAR-OLD bust as we would like. long, we have allowed “We are working Nigeria to be defined by By Sandra Beagan December 22 at a colourful by his first wife in 2009, be- A number of officials in hard to turn around our others, always emphasiz- and well-attended wedding fore their divorce. He had im- President Robert Mugabe’s national economy by ef- ing our negatives. To the Cain Mathema, Gover- in Bulawayo. pregnated his wife’s 20-year- administration have left their fectively reforming our average foreigner, Nigeria nor and Resident Minister of The bride graduated old domestic servant who he wives to marry much young- macroeconomic environ- evokes 419, terrorism, Bulawayo, the second largest from Zimbabwe’s Midlands later married customarily. He er women. Mugabe himself ment through some mea- militancy, communal and city in Zimbabwe, who will Stave University in Novem- dumped that wife for Nare left his first wife to marry sures, some of which were religious clashes, insecu- turn 70 years old in Janu- ber. who he met in 2014 at the Grace in 1996. The age dif- outlined in my budget rity, corruption and all our ary, married 23-yrear-old Mathema was hauled Mhlahlandlela Government ference between them is 42 speech to the National As- other faults.” Diana Bathabetsoe Nare on before the courts for adultery Complex in Bulawayo. years.

status, but we really have no full name, and exact date to build a rapport with your amount of pictures that we continued from p(25) idea who is reading it. Your 5. PICTURES OF YOUR and time of birth while they child. take as proud parents, but I 4. THE FACT THAT YOU friend may have had their KIDS TAGGED WITH were still in the hospital after If you must post pic- have started on it and I’ll do ARE HOME ALONE account hacked or someone THEIR NAMES delivery. We post pictures of tures of your children then a little bit each day until it’s It is extremely impor- could be reading over their We love our kids. We our kids and tag them and you should at least remove finished. tant that parents make sure shoulder at the library. would do anything to keep their friends, siblings, and personally identifying in- Lastly, think twice be- their children never put the The best rule of thumb them safe, but most people other relatives. This kind of formation such as their full fore you tag pictures of the fact that they are home alone is not to put anything in your post hundreds of tagged pic- information could be used by names and birth dates. Untag children of friends and rela- in their status. Again, you profile or status that you tures and videos of their kids predators to lure your child. them in pictures. Your real tives. They might not want wouldn’t walk into a room of wouldn’t want a stranger to Facebook without even They could use your child’s friends know their names you tagging their kids for the strangers and tell them you to know. You may have the giving it a second thought. name and the names of their anyway. reasons mentioned above. are going to be all alone at most stringent privacy set- We even go so far as to re- relatives and friends to build I would be a hypocrite if You can send them a link to your house so don’t do it on tings possible, but if your place our profile pictures with trust and convince them that I said that I have completely the pictures and they can tag Facebook either. friend’s account gets compro- that of our children. they are not really a stranger removed all tagged pictures themselves in place of their We may think that only mised than those settings go Probably 9 out of 10 because they know detailed of my kids on facebook. It children if they want to. our friends have access to our out the window. parents posted their child’s information that allows them is a daunting task given the Lifewire.com

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A. Mrs. Carmen has 24 students in her class. If 13 of them are girls, how many are boys?______

B. Chidi has 4 pencils. Bunmi has 5 crayons. Chidi offers Bunmi 1/2 of his pencils. How many pencils does Bunmi have now?

C. Ngozi's mom gives her $2.00 to buy a banana. If the banana costs 50c, how much does Ngozi have Gifts Joyeux Ornaments Family left?______Santa Happiness Carols Friends Decorations Holidays Entertainment Love Rudolph Snowflakes Music Laughter D. There are 30 students in Ms. Ama's class. There are Reindeer Twinkling Bells 18 girls. How many boys are in the class?______Nativity Winter Xmas answers on page (43)

E. Five new students were added to Ms. Ama's class. How Do l Compare Three of them are boys. How many girls are there in her COMPARATIVE ADJECTIVES class now?______A comparative adjective is used to compare two thing. These adjectives end in "Er" answers on page (43) Choose the right adjectives to complete the sentence. 1. My sister is ______than l am. (Shorter, short) OPPOSITES DID YOU KNOW THAT……. Unlike some animals, 2. The robin flew______than the duck. (High, higher) Loose______Open ______Crocodiles can digest the Hooves and Horns of their 3. The cake is______than the pie. (Smaller, small) prey. Heavy______Kind ______4. Your Cat is______than Mike's. (old, older)

Dull______Empty ______Quote Of The Month 5. Britney swims______than Gozie (fast, faster) 6. My dog is______than Tunde’s cat (big, bigger) Dirty ______Noisy ______“Close some doors. Not because of 7. My dad is ______than your dad (taller, tall) pride, incapacity or Sharp______Dry ______8. Dinma’s hair is ______than Ogochukwu’s hair (curly, curlier) arrogance, but simply because they no longer 9. My friend’s dress is ______than mine (long, longer) Straight ______Wide______lead somewhere.” 10. My sister is more ______than your sister (friendlier, friend) - Unknown answers on p(43) Hard ______answers on page (43)

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VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2016 32 NIGERIAN CANADIAN NEWS • To Advertise Call : 416-318-3506 BUSINESS ADVICE FOR SMALL BUSINESS: Ashley Madison’s penalty: ACT LOCAL, THINK GLOBAL 4 cents per user By Sandra Beagan By Kunle Adebunmi global mentality to promote immediate local environ- its business internationally. ment? Do we believe that Remember when the The business world is From what we can see from our product offering should Toronto-based dating site fast becoming a single glob- the global business trend, extend to the international for cheaters AshleyMadison. al supermarket where you technological advances markets? Etc. com was hacked in 2015 and can shop for everything. have eliminated all the bar- The “Think Global, personal information of 36 Boundaries and borders riers of connection to other Act Local” mantra suggests million account holders was are gradually getting linked international markets. that you should be more made public? The US Fed- and connected. Trade and What is worth doing particular about develop- eral Trade Commission (FTC) commerce are getting more at all is worth doing well. If ing a global brand for your went after them for using sumers to AshleyMadison. vice for users cancelling their simplified. We need to be you have taken the pain to small business while you fake profiles to entice paying com,” according to the FTC. accounts was not being hon- aware that the business start a small business, then keep tailoring your market- customers, charging a fee to The FTC charged that oured. The company prom- world is growing smaller it’s worth it to think big and ing to a geographic audi- delete accounts that it did not there were 28,417 engager ised 100 percent removal of and smaller every day. We think global. Most times, ence. Your goal should be delete, and misleading users profiles on the hook-up site the user’s digital trail: photos, are fortunate in this digital what you think is what you tailored towards the level of about data security when the and only three of those were profile information, all com- age because most econo- get. According to Henry impact your small wants to data was not secured. male. The FTC complaint also munications sent and re- mies are getting more con- Ford, “Whether you think make. Any business think- Ashley Madison has says that the fake accounts ceived, and all non-message nected faster. Interestingly, you can or you can’t; you ing locally will only make now entered into a deal to were created using photos interactions such as virtual African countries have also are right.” It simply means; an impact locally while settle those state and federal and data from dormant pro- gifts and “winks.” continued to work together the bigger your thinking in the one thinking globally charges. Nominally the settle- files. In three years, Ashley by pushing the agenda for business, the more likely is bound to make a big- ment is for $8.75 million, but “Because these engager Madison made nearly $2.4 intercontinental and re- you can achieve it. Unfor- ger impact internationally. they’re going to pay less than profiles contained the same million from the Full Delete gional trade integration for tunately, too many small Promoting your global idea that – about four cents per type of information as some- service. But, according to the its own continent. business owners only think and brand from your local user. one who was actually using FTC, “In many instances, De- At the moment, the locally. The way you think region can be achieved. The data breach af- the website, there was no way fendants removed consumer internet is busy daily, in business determines the Every small business can fected people in 46 countries. for a consumer to determine profiles from AshleyMadi- breaking international way you act and the way now promote their brand After it was made public, it whether an engager profile son.com within 48 hours business barriers. Busi- you act will determine how internationally and glob- became obvious that some was fake or real,” reads the of receiving a Full Delete re- nesses are now refusing to impactful your small busi- ally. Since business is also of the female profiles on the FTC complaint. “To consum- quest, but retained personal compete locally but global- ness will turn out to be. about connecting, having website were “engager pro- ers using AshleyMadison. information for up to 12 ly i.e. competition is gradu- That is why every small a local presence and local files” or “fembots” – fake com, the communications months. In other instances, ally leaving the local space. business should think glob- knowledge cannot be said profiles “created by [Ashley generated by engager profiles Defendants failed to remove However, every small busi- ally from the start if they to be enough. Madison] staff who com- were indistinguishable from consumer profiles from their ness is expected to put more want to grow to their ut- Marketing of product municate with consumers in communications generated internal systems.” effort in growing local roots most potential. or service offerings globally the same way that consum- by actual members.” Before the hack, Ashley while thinking internation- If you want to make offers better financial and ers would communicate with The data hack also Madison had promoted itself ally. African small busi- the biggest impact on other kinds of benefits for each other — as a way to en- made it clear that the $19 as a very secure service, cit- nesses also need to develop your small business, you any small business. Some gage or attract additional con- premium “Full Delete” ser- ing a conscious and continuous need to start acting locally businesses already suc- network so as to be able and thinking globally. Ev- ceeded in achieving global to keep creating new mar- ery small business owner brand status because they kets aside its existing local needs to consciously ask started locally but were market. There is nothing questions; do we just want thinking globally. Volkswagen moves into Kenya, stopping a startup with a to exist only within our continued on p(38) Rwanda in Africa expansion

McKesson to sell 28 stores to win By S.Ratko wider East African market, starting with the Polo Vivo, NAIROBI - Volkswa- described as the company’s approval for Rexall takeover gen recently opened a new most successful passenger assembly plant in Kenya car model in Sub-Saharan By S.Ratko Under a consent based Katz Group an- and launched plans for Africa. agreement with the Com- nounced that it was sell- a ride-sharing service in Kenyan President U.S. health care competition Bureau, McKes- ing its 470 Rexall retail Rwanda as it seeks to take Uhuru Kenyatta said the pany McKesson has agreed son will also restrict the pharmacies to McKesson, advantage of surging car investment by Volkswagen the whole continent has to sell 28 drugstores to win exchange of “commercially a company it has worked demand in Africa. was in line with govern- seen a long period of eco- approval from the Competi- sensitive information” be- closely with for 20 years. The German car man- ment policy to industrialize nomic stagnation, but just tion Bureau for its deal to tween its wholesale and In 2012, McKesson ufacturer’s move into East his country’s economy. like China in the early 80s buy the Rexall Health phar- Rexall retail business, in or- acquired Katz’s independent Africa comes just weeks af- “With the opening of Africa offers great business macy chain. der to preserve competition outlets and franchise busi- ter it signed a deal to build this facility, I expect to see opportunities. That holds The Canadian regu- at the retail level. nesses — primarily operat- an assembly plant in Alge- a lot of VW government especially true for Kenya.” lator says the proposed The locations pegged ing as I.D.A. and Guardian ria. vehicles. I hope the county The inauguration of $3-billion acquisition of for sale are located in small — for about $920 million. “Overall car sales in governments will also buy the assembly plant in Ke- Rexall would “likely result communities in Ontario, Al- The San Francisco- Africa are bound to rise by Volkswagen cars,” Kenyat- nya marks its return to the in a substantial lessening or berta, Saskatchewan, B.C., based McKesson is the larg- 40 percent within the next ta said. regional hub after an ab- prevention of competition” and the Northwest Territo- est wholesaler of pharma- five years, that is why we According to a Janu- sence of some four decades. if it was allowed to go ahead ries. ceutical products in Canada. are expanding our busi- ary report by Deloitte Af- The plant in the in- as originally planned. Last March, Calgary- ness,” said Volkswagen rica Automotive Insights, a dustrial town of Thika is Brand CEO Herbert Diess. rise in incomes in Kenya is expected to produce cars “It is fair to say that continued on p(38) Thank you for reading for Kenya as well as the $11.2 million fine in The Nigerian Canadian Newspaper, Canada contaminated peanut butter case

To advertise call: [email protected] By Sandra Beagan In February 2007 to over 700. [email protected] Peter Pan peanut butter As a result, all peanut ConAgra Foods, and Great Value (Walmart) butter produced by ConAgra 416-318-3506 headquartered in Chicago, peanut butter were linked with a product code start- makes and sells food prod- to 425 cases of salmonella ing with “2011”was re- ucts under various brand in the United States. The called. This included www.nigeriancanadiannews.ca names. number of cases increased continued on p(38)

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GNC AGREES TO TRY HARDER US FDA: NEW GUIDELINES TO NOT TO SELL ILLEGAL OR REDUCE LEAD IN COSMETICS

UNSAFE SUPPLEMENTS By Sandra Beagan ppm maximum lead level number would suggest be- for similar products recom- cause cosmetics are only By Sandra Beagan Did you know that mended by other coun- applied to a small portion of many cosmetics contain tries,” meaning that the the skin. Dietary supplement low levels of lead? The new guidelines probably According to the re- manufacturers do not have amount of lead in our lip- won’t pose an issue for port, “Based in part on the to prove to the US Food and stick, eye shadow, lotion, manufacturers. data from our surveys, we Drug Administration (FDA) shampoo, blush, powder, The FDA came to its are recommending a maxi- that products work before and other products may determination of 10 ppm mum level of 10 ppm for putting them on the mar- be too low to do you any after several years of re- lead as an impurity in cos- ket. They don’t even have harm, but the US Food and search. In October 2007 the metic lip products . . . The to prove that they are safe. Drug Administration (FDA) FDA scientists began col- low levels of lead we found The world’s largest dietary is taking steps to limit the lecting lipsticks that were in most of the surveyed supplement retailer, GNC amount of chemicals in our commercially available in products indicate that the Holdings, has agreed to try cosmetics even further. the US market and ana- manufacturers of those harder to make sure that In December, the FDA lyzed the lead content of 20 products were likely to have the products it sells are le- released new draft guide- shades from 12 brands. sourced their ingredients gal and safe. However, GNC did no test- work to develop an indus- lines that will limit cosmetic All of the samples appropriately and to have The US Department of ing of its own to confirm try-wide quality seal pro- products to containing no contained lead, ranging used good manufacturing Justice (DOJ) announced on that assertion or to verify gram. When this quality more than 10 parts per mil- from 0.09 ppm to 3.06 practices during the produc- December 7 that GNC has that the ingredients were seal is implemented, GNC lion (ppm) of lead. ppm. A few years later they tion of their products.” made a deal with the DOJ what USPlabs claimed they will stop paying its retail Exemptions include tested 400 lip products and Not everyone agrees that requires the company were. sales staff bonus commis- hair dyes that contain lead found lead levels ranging that even the smallest to reform its practices in re- In November 2015 sions, to direct customers acetate as an ingredient and from 0.026 ppm to 7.19 amount of lead in cosmet- lation to potentially unlaw- USPlabs was accused and to products that don’t carry topically applied products ppm. ics is safe. For one, The ful dietary supplements and indicted of being part of a the seal. that are classified as drugs. They then did fur- Natural Resources Defense dietary ingredients. conspiracy to import in- • It will update its In the introduction to ther studies that included Council, a New York based The company also gredients from China us- adverse event reporting the document the agency other products such as eye non-profit environmental agreed to conduct a series ing fake labeling and false policy to make sure that said, “We consider the rec- shadows, finding lead lev- advocacy group, said in of voluntary initiatives to certificates of analysis and employees understand the ommended maximum lead els ranging from 6.7 to 9.4 November that the FDA improve the purity and lying about the nature and proper procedures to use level to be achievable with ppm. should completely ban lead quality of dietary supple- source of the ingredients af- if a customer complains of the use of good manu- Their report notes that from all cosmetics to fight ments. ter using them in products. injuries associated with a facturing practices and to a user’s actual exposure is lead toxicity. This was a non-prose- USPlabs is still awaiting product purchased at GNC. be consistent with the 10 actually lower than these cution deal that GNC agreed trial. Benjamin C. Mizer, to in order to resolve its li- In its deal with the head of the Justice Depart- ability for selling products DOJ in the more recent case, ment’s Civil Division, said, made by a company that is GNS has agreed: “Unlawful dietary supple- currently under indictment. • If it learns that ments are an important MONTREAL COOKIE FACTORY GNC also must cooperate in the FDA has issued a pub- enforcement priority for dietary supplement inves- lic written notice about a the department . . . Today’s tigations conducted by the dietary supplement or an resolution is a significant CLOSING, 454 JOBS ELIMINATED US government and pay ingredient not being legal step forward in reforming By S.Beagan $2.25 million to the gov- or safe, GNC will take im- an industry rife with alarm- of provincial government have time to prepare our ernment. mediate action to suspend ing practices. Companies assistance would not make members.” GNC was recently the sale of that product like GNC need to do more The giant multina- a difference. Gagne learned that part of an investigation • It will establish a to ensure that they are not tional food company Mon- Quebec’s Economy the Oreo production line conducted by the FDA, “restricted list” containing selling products containing delez, a spinoff from Kraft, Minister Dominique An- may be finished in early the Consumer Protection ingredients that are not to questionable and untested is closing its snack factory glade said the province has January, which will result in Branch of the Department be used in dietary supple- ingredients. The American in Montreal in 2017. The not received a request for fi- the loss of 80 jobs. of Justice’s Civil Division, ments and a “positive list” public deserves better, and announcement was made nancial help from the com- Dave Chartrand, and the US Attorney’s Of- containing ingredients the Department of Justice on November 30. pany. “We are very open at speaking for the Interna- fice for the Northern Dis- that are approved for sale. appreciates GNC’s efforts As a result, 454 looking into what we can tional Association of Ma- trict of Texas which the DOJ The lists will not have the in resolving its issues and people will lose their jobs. do with the company but I chinists and Aerospace says “revealed that GNC’s force of law, but GNC will moving forward in the best Mondelez Canada’s other don’t think it will respond Workers (IAMAW), criti- practices related to ensuring use them as guidance in interests of American con- fived facilities will remain to their needs,” she said. cized Mondelez for not of- the legality of products on deciding what products to sumers.” in operation and 95 per- She added that the fering to discuss the situ- its shelves were lacking.” approve for sale. Products William Wallace, cent of the Montreal plant’s province’s government is ation with employees to In that Texas case, a containing ingredients that speaking for Consumer Re- production will be moved “realistic” and wants to consider solutions that statement of facts agreed are not on either list will reports, said, “We welcome to the Toronto area and the avoid “false hopes.” might keep the facility op- on by both sides said that quire further internal action this action to protect con- rest will be handled in Port- The employees of erating in Montreal. GNC’s actions and failure to and approval before being sumers from potentially land, Oregon. the factory, who are repre- The local chamber act allowed a misbranded offered for sale. harmful and illegal supple- Spokesperson Stepha- sented by two unions, ex- of commerce has asked to supplement called OxyElite • It will substantially ments. It sends a message nie Cass called the decision pressed shock at the news. meet with Mondelez to dis- Pro Advanced Formula, revise its internal approach that retailers – and not just final. “Over the next few Sylvain Gagne spoke for cuss how the terminated manufactured by Dallas- to dealing with the vendors manufacturers – have a re- days and weeks, we look the Bakery, Confectionary, employees will be helped as based USPlabs LLC, to be whose products it sells, in- sponsibility to keep these forward to sitting down Tobacco Workers & Grain they look for new work. sold at GNC retail locations cluding requiring more ex- products off the market. We with the union representa- Millers (BCTGMI) which Mondelez Canada in 2013. plicit guarantees from the urge the Justice Department tives to discuss severance represents about 300 of the manufactures Christie prod- GNC sold that product vendors that their products and the FDA to hold GNC arrangements,” she said. employees. “We learned of ucts such as Ritz crackers based on USPlab’s repre- do not contain ingredients accountable for its commit- Cass said that the de- the decision about five min- and Oreo cookies as well as sentations that the supple- on GNC’s restricted list and ments, and for all retailers cisions followed a company utes before everyone else,” Cadbury, Chips Ahoy, Den- ment’s ingredients were that their products are legal. to sell only those products review of its supply chain he said. “We weren’t ex- tyne, and Toblerone prod- compliant with the law. • It will voluntarily they know are safe.” and indicated that any offer pecting this and we didn’t ucts.

on the beds, read children’s ting off an alarm to leave do not allow sleepovers in books, and posed with a their closets in the morning our stores,” said the UK IKEA: STOP HAVING teddy bear. They hid in the and were discovered by spokesperson. closet again in the morning workers who then called The Swedish spokes- and left the store without police. person added, “Maybe SLEEPOVERS IN OUR STORES getting into trouble. IKEA understands needless to say that the fun Recently two 14-year- why people want to have in it is overrated. A long old girls who spent the night sleepovers in its stores but night of sitting still, only to By Sandra Beagan Swedish furniture retailer posted their overnight Ikea at the Jonkoping, Sweden can’t allow it. then risk getting into trou- understands the temptation adventure on YouTube in branch were caught. They “We appreciate that ble with the law.” In the past year there to spend the night testing August. weren’t prosecuted because people are interested in Though it is ille- have been about ten “non- out its demo rooms and They began their of their young age. IKEA and want to create gal to have a unauthor- sponsored sleepovers” in beds but still considers it night by hiding in a closet In October two fun experiences, however ized sleepover at an IKEA Ikea stores in Australia, trespassing. for three hours until the 15-year-old girls were the safety and security of store, the company did list Belgium, Canada, Japan, The craze seems to store closed. Their signal to caught in the Malmo, Swe- our co-workers and cus- an Australian branch with Netherlands, Poland, Swe- have been started by two come out was the store mu- den branch. They were ap- tomers is our highest pri- Airbnb in 2014 for a one den, UK, US. The giant Belgian teen boys who sic going off. They jumped parently too afraid of set- ority and that’s why we night promotion.

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By Pastor Dele Dada will open doors for you in know? But since you’re the they’re away, almost like the future.’ I really have one telling me my love for we’re not complete unless CHAPTER 2, learned a lot. Your pres- you is infatuation, I will we’re with them. It’s a rush Pages. 42-43 ence gave me confidence.” like to know from you, the and it’s intense. It’s dif- Tosin interrupted his she concluded. difference.” Just as Kola ficult to concentrate. And thoughts, “Yes, Kola thank Kola could not believe was willing to know the most infatuation relation- you so much you did a what he was hearing. Was mind of Tosin, Tosin was ships have a high degree good job, you cannot imag- she flattering him? Usually more interested in knowing of sexual charge around ine my worries when the Tosin will just not appreci- where Kola really stands. them. Somehow being with principal called me about ate all his gestures of love This seemed to be an op- them is not complete un- two months ago and said, and if this is what is com- portunity, she will not miss less it ends in some type of The Head of Department of ing out of her, maybe this it. sexual encounter. Simply Linguistic will not be able really is the day the Lord She said, “There are put infatuation is an object to organize this debate. I has made for him to get the some feelings we have of extravagant short-lived mean, the annual Literary words he has been waiting when infatuated that we passion.” and Society Debate this to hear from her. don’t have when we’re “Wow.” “That is a year and that he was go- “You are always wel- feeling love. Some of the good definition. But do you ing to give the job to me. come,” he said, looking ro- “symptoms” of infatua- think that.” Kola was say- It was like God telling Mo- mantically to her eyes. “If I tion are; feelings of panic, ing ses to go and liberate the do not help you to succeed uncertainty, overpowering “-There is no ‘but’”, people of Israel from the who else will I help? Tosin lust, feverish excitement, Tosin interrupted him put- hand of their four hundred you don’t know how much impatience, and/or jeal- ting her finger on the lips -years task master, or was I love you, do you?” ousy. But in our context of of Kola motioning him to it four hundred and thirty Tosin turned her discussion it is overpower- stop. years with the hard hearted gaze away from him, “Do ing lust that is prevalent. They were both very Pharaoh. I said, ‘Sir, I cannot start that song again, What you are calling love relaxed. “Just accept it not do it, I have not done I have told you that you is nothing but making without comment.” it before’. do not know what love is, love. That is lust. That is “I have to comment,” Just as God calmed what you are experiencing infatuation.” She contin- Kola retorted. “Well not the nerves of Moses an- is infatuation.” ued, “When infatuated, we much of a comment but a swering all the eleven que- Kola laughed hysteri- are thrilled, but not happy, defense, I have to defend ries that Moses brought, cally, at least he was get- exciting her or not, but he Tosin looked right at wanting to trust, yet sus- myself. By the way you the man debunked all my ting her attention and for was enjoying the unfolding him, “You don’t know the picious. There are linger- have my permission to arguments. Two things once, the elusive Tosin is scenario. difference?” ing, nagging doubts about touch my lips the more” that he said that really talking. He couldn’t tell “Tosin tell me, what In a macho charac- our “partner in infatua- struck me was, ‘It is for whether it was the suc- is infatuation and what is teristic of man’s ego Kola tion” and their love for your learning and that it cess of the debate that was love?” replied, “Why wouldn’t I us. We’re miserable when TO BE CONTINUED

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SERENA WILLIAMS ENGAGED Sailing’s Stephen Park TO REDDIT CO-FOUNDER chosen as performance director ALEXIS OHANIAN by British Cycling

By S.Ratko the top spot ended in Sep- By Daniel Forrester suffering from these disrup- says, is his formula for deal- tember. tions. They were also the ing with the challenges that “Who the Heck Is Ms. Williams has not The embattled govern- most dominant team at the might come with his new Alexis Ohanian, and Why played a match on tour ing body British Cycling has Rio Paralympics. job. Would Serena Williams since losing in the semifi- appointed Stephen Park as its Cycling is Britain’s Park is no stranger to Want to Date Him?” Slate nals of the United States performance director. most successful Olympic success, having helped Brit- magazine asked in a head- Open in September. She British Cycling has re- sport and Park has the task ain amass 23 Olympic and line last year. plans to open her tennis cently been dealing with dif- of ensuring that their great Paralympic medals during Mr. Ohanian is an season in January of 2017, ferent challenges and Park performance continues at the his 15 years working for the American internet entre- in Auckland, New Zealand. will be leaving his position Tokyo Games and beyond. Royal Yachting Association. preneur, activist, investor, Alexis Ohanian Though Mr. Ohanian, as the Royal Yachting Asso- The appointment of the In spring, he is expected to best-selling author and co- 33, is significantly less ciation’s Olympic manager to performance director is in- start working at the National founder of social website packed for me / And a car- well-known by the general join their team. spired by Britain’s intention Cycling Centre, his first chal- Reddit, and, Ms. Williams riage awaited/ Destination: population, he too has risen In a Twitter announce- to dominate the Tokyo 2020 lenge will probably be Hong not only wants to date him Rome / To escort me to to the top of his field since ment, British Cycling posted cycle. British Cycling could Kong’s track world champi- but plans to marry him. my very own “charming” starting the site that would a message welcoming Park also restructure the coach- onships to be held in April. Ms. Williams, the ten- / Back to where our stars become Reddit with his col- to his new job. The Glasgow- ing programme by introduc- He has said that he nis superstar, announced first collided / And now it lege roommate, Steve Huff- born 48-year-old now being a new technical director expects sailing to continue her engagement to Mr. was full circle / At the same man, 11 years ago. comes British Cycling’s first like head coach Iain Dyer, to flourishing moving into the Ohanian on Reddit, the table we first met by chance The site was pitched performance director since Sir compliment Park’s appoint- future. website that claims the la- / This time he made it not to the start-up incuba- Dave Brailsford left in 2014 ment. According to Chris bel “the front page of the by chance / But by choice/ tor Y Combinator and was to work as the Team Sky Park, a non-cycling Boardman; who was part of internet.” Down on one knee/ He said acquired by Condé Nast principal. Park is a two-time specialist, has stated that he the selection process, Park is The Reddit post fea- 4 words / And / r/isaidyes just 16 months after it be- Olympic sailing competitor. is happy to receive the ap- the right person to build on tured a drawing of Snoo, Mr. Ohanian chimed gan. In 2010, Mr. Ohanian Cycling in Britain is pointment and he intends the success Britain has been the site’s mascot, dressed in in the comments: “And joined Mr. Huffman at an- currently in a mess and to continue working on the enjoying in recent years. as Mr. Ohanian and kneel- you made me the happiest other company, Hipmunk. Brailsford’s position at Team high-performance culture at Broadman is a key protago- ing with a diamond in man on the planet.” In 2013, he wrote a book Sky is under scrutiny. In ear- British Cycling. nist in British Cycling’s suc- its hand. A female Snoo, A spokeswoman for about the power of the in- ly 2017, Ian Drake; the Brit- Although he appreci- cesses as well as the 1992 styled after Ms. Williams Ms. Williams, Kelly Bush ternet called “Without Their ish Cycling chief executive, is ated that cycling is different Olympic individual pursuit and wearing a tennis skirt, Novak, said that a wedding Permission.” expected to leave office and from sailing, Park said that it champion. Nike top, and headband, date had not been set yet. Mr. Ohanian also the search for his successor is a sport that he enjoys be- The appointment of floated above him with a Ms. Williams and Mr. Oha- posted the news on his has already began. ing involved in from a per- Stephen Park as the new smile on her face. nian had known each other Facebook page. In April, Shane Sutton; sonal level. British Cycling performance Above the picture was for some time before they In an interview with the former British Cycling Park, who guided Brit- director is a big move aimed the headline, “Future Mrs. started dating last fall, she Vogue in July, Ms. Williams technical director also quit, ain’s sailors to the top of the at using Park’s track record Kn0thing.” It was a nod to said. was asked to identify the citing allegations of discrimi- Olympic medal table in Rio, of successfully delivering at the site and its community: Ms. Williams, 35, is most romantic thing a man nation. has said that he looks for- the highest level. Many Brit- Mr. Ohanian has long gone one of the greatest Ameri- had ever done for her. Great Britain won six ward to work with a highly ons will be hoping that this by the handle Knothing. can athletes active nowa- “It hasn’t happened gold medals from 10 track motivated and experienced appointment will bring more In free verse, Ms. days and is the highest- yet,” she replied. events at the Rio Olympics group of coaches, support success and dominance in Williams, whose account paid female athlete in the On Twitter, Mr. Oha- even though they had been staff and athletes. This, he the sport of cycling. is verified on the site, de- world. She won her first nian had called the inter- scribed the proposal on the Grand Slam singles title at view “pretty great.” “isaidyes” subreddit, which 17 in 1999, and in 2016 A user replied to is dedicated to engagement won her 22nd. She has him, and to Ms. Williams: Cleveland Cavaliers outsmart the stories. spent more than 300 weeks “Alexis, I think you need to I came home / A little at No. 1; a recent run of get on that most romantic late / Someone had a bag 186 consecutive weeks in thing.” Golden State Warriors again

By Daniel Forrester Cavaliers beat them again in Irving as “special,” adding June’s NBA Finals. that his ability is “sure.” Sam Allardyce replaces Kyrie Irving helped the The Warriors were Kevin Durant, who led Cleveland Cavaliers beat the leading by 14 early in the all scorers with 36 points Alan Pardew as Crystal Palace manager Golden State Warriors after fourth quarter, however, Ir- in his first game, had a last he took a clutch shot to win ving came to the rescue of minute chance to score for the game 109-108. By Daniel Forrester win in 11 games and Crys- the Cavs just like he did in the Warriors but he lost his With just 3.4 seconds tal Palace sitting 17th in the June. He helped close Game balance coming off a screen left on the clock, Irving Former England boss Premier League table. 7, awarding Cleveland its and couldn’t get off a shot as dropped a short, turnaround Sam Allardyce has been Steve Parish; the first major pro sports champi- time ran out. jumper over Klay Thompson. named as the new Crystal club’s Chairman, expressed onship in 52 years after step- Durant felt that Rich- This left a bad taste in the Palace boss just a day af- his delight after landing back 3-pointer over Stephen ard Jefferson had fouled Warriors mouths having suf- ter Alan Pardew was fired. “highly regarded” and ex- Curry. him. fered the same fate when the Allardyce has signed a perienced Sam. LeBron James described continued on p(39) deal that will keep him in “Big Sam” last served the premier league club for as the manager for the Sam Allardyce the next two years and six English national team and months. during a terrible spell with he has been away from CANADIAN JUNIOR TEAM Pardew has been en- the club, with a run of one football action ever since. He lost the England job after 67 days and only one EXPECTED TO PERFORM, EVEN If satisfied, tell OTHERS! match in charge. In September, Allar- IN THE ABSENCE OF NHL STARS If not, please TELL US. dyce had to bid his job as England manager goodbye By Daniel Forrester within the week by beating top teenagers who are cur- by mutual agreement after To advertise: 416-318-3506 defending champs from Fin- rently on duty in the NHL, a newspaper report. [email protected] The Canadian team land with a 5-0 score line. they expect to have a great The Daily Telegraph Nigerian Canadian Newspaper, Canada has showed that it is in great This was followed up by a tournament. Canada hosts claimed that he offered shape to take on the 2017 5-0 victory against the Czech and opens the 10-country, advice on how to “bend” world junior tournament. Republic in Ottawa. 11-day tournament against player transfers rules. The team has shown Although head coach Russia in Toronto. These allegations rubbed DISTINCTLY AHEAD signs of dominance during Dominique Ducharme’s team Ducharme has the Football Association preparation matches played is missing six of Canada’s continued on p(39) continued on p(38)

VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2016 36 NIGERIAN CANADIAN NEWS • To Advertise Call : 416-318-3506 INTERNATIONAL NEWS Israeli Drugmaker To Pay $519M In MELANIA TRUMP TO Fines For Foreign Bribes SLOVENIANS: NO MORE PRODUCTS By S.Ratko agreement, the Justice De- in more than $200 mil- Teva said it com- partment said. lion in profits for Teva and menced a probe of bribery NEW YORK: Israeli “Teva and its subsid- about $65 million for the after learning of problems USING MY NAME generic drug giant Teva iaries paid millions of dol- Russian official between from employees and US will pay $519 million to lars in bribes to govern- 2010 and 2012, the Justice government in early 2012. By Sandra Beagan settle charges that it paid ment officials in various Department said. None of the employees in- bribes to foreign officials countries, and intention- In Ukraine, Teva volved in the wrongdoing Melania Trump’s name to win business in Rus- ally failed to implement a also admitted to paying are still at the company, it and image have been used sia, Ukraine and Mexico, system of internal controls bribes to a senior govern- said. on numerous products in US officials announced re- that would prevent brib- ment official, who agreed “While the conduct her native country, Slove- cently. ery,” said assistant attor- to promote Teva drugs. that resulted in this investi- nia, since Donald Trump be- Teva, the world’s big- ney general Leslie Caldwell. The Ukraine payments to gation ended several years came US president-elect and gest generic drug company, The case included the government official are ago, it is both regrettable she has hired a law firm to promised to enhance its bribes by Teva Pharmaceu- from 2001 and 2011. and unacceptable, and we put a stop to it. compliance program after tical Industries to a “high- In Mexico, Teva’s are pleased to put this mat- The director of the law its Russia subsidiary plead- ranking Russian govern- subsidiary paid bribes to ter behind us finally,” said firm Pirc Musar & Partnerji, ed guilty to one count of Melania Trump ment” official who used his doctors employed by the Teva chief executive Erez Natasa Pirc Musar, said on the Foreign Corrupt Prac- authority to boost sales of Mexican government since Vigodman. “The Teva of December 2 that using the sar, Trump has not launched tices Act and it signed off the Teva multiple sclerosis at leat 2005, according to today is a fundamentally future first lady’s name for any legal claims so far. “We on a deferred prosecution drug Copaxone, resulting the Justice Department. different company.” commercial purposes with- issued only a general warn- out her client’s approval ing,” she said. “We did not would be a violation of decide to call anybody or to Melania Trump’s personal demand anything. We have rights and would be against nothing against the Christ- Dylann Roof Found Guilty of Racially the law in Slovenia. mas tree in Ljubljana named The lawyer told the Melania because this has Associated Press “Judicial nothing to do with commer- Motivated Massacre practice in Slovenia is clear: cial purposes. But we can’t the use of the name, sur- allow some products to be By S.Ratko tos Roof snapped of himself days of testimony, includ- name and photo of some- named ‘Melania Trump.’” before the killings — was ing video of his two-hour one for commercial purposes Melania Trump was Dylann Roof, con- removed from the South confession to investigators without approval is not al- born Melanija Knavs and victed recently of killing Carolina statehouse after 50 and his racist manifesto. lowed.” She added that the began modeling at the age nine black parishioners at years. “I went to that church law firm has sent a press of five. She left Slovenia a South Carolina church, is Defense attorney Da- in Charleston, and I did it,” release to the Slovenian to pursue an international one step closer to hell. vid Bruck hinted in his re- Roof said. “Somebody had media, explaining that “Me- modeling career in her 20s. A jury found Roof marks that Roof was men- to do it.” lania Trump” is a registered She last visited the country guilty on all counts after tally ill. Roof said he self- trademark and unauthorized in 2002 to introduce Donald two hours of deliberations. “There is something radicalized after George use would be a violation. Trump to her parents. He stood with his arms by wrong with his percep- Zimmerman killed Trayvon Some of the items bear- It is not clear if brand- his side, staring straight tions,” Bruck said. Martin in 2012. ing Trump’s image or name ing a product only as “Me- ahead as “guilty” was read Dylann Roof Roof’s mental state “Black people are kill- include a line of underwear, lania” would be a violation aloud 33 times. Martin Luther King Jr. once will likely be featured prom- ing white people every day. shoes, a salad, a big Christ- of the trademark. According Relatives of victims spoke. inently during the sentenc- What I did is so minuscule mas tree in the capital, cakes to Slovenia’s national sta- held hands and squeezed The killer was full of ing phase of the trial. His compared to what they do decorated with golden dust, tistics bureau there are 25 one another’s arms. One hate and “immense racial lawyers said in a court fil- to white people every day,” and honey “from the home people in the country with woman nodded her head ignorance,” Assistant U.S. ing they fear Roof wants he said. garden of Melania Trump.” that name and 198 people every time the clerk said Attorney Nathan Williams to avoid embarrassing tes- He loaded eight clips According to Pirc Mu- named Melanija. “guilty.” said in his closing remarks. timony the defense might with 88 bullets before join- The jury will return on “There is no bravery have presented to convince ing the Bible study group. Jan. 3 to determine whether in this defendant. There is a jury to spare his life. “He walked into the Roof should be put to death no bravery in his actions,” “Racism, discrimina- church with murder in his WOMAN GETS A BABY for committing a hate crime he said, according to lotion, and hatred was put heart,” Assistant U.S. At- and other charges — a pro- cal news station WIS10. on trial in Charleston and torney Stephen Curran said. ceeding in which he plans “These nine people exem- lost 33 times,” said Mal- The grace of the vic- FROM OVARY to represent himself. plified a goodness that was colm Graham, a former tims’ families and two adult Roof, 22, confessed greater than his message of North Carolina state senator survivors — many of whom FROZEN IN CHILDHOOD to targeting the Bible study hate.” whose sister, Cynthia Hurd, forgave Roof — inspired group at Emanuel AME Roof hoped the 77 was killed by Roof. President Obama to deliver By Daniel Forrester Church in Charleston on bullets he fired would be He tweeted that his one of the most powerful a severe blood disorder, said June 17, 2015, because the opening salvo in a race sister was an “Emanuel speeches of his presidency. Helen Picton, the head of they would pose little war leading to the return of AME Hero.” “For too long, we’ve A woman in London is University of Leeds where danger to him. He had re- segregation. Prosecutors intro- been blind to the way past the first person to give birth the ovarian tissue was fro- searched the history of the But instead, the Con- duced mountains of evi- injustices continue to shape after becoming fertile again zen. storied black church where federate flag — featured in dence against Roof over six the present,” Obama said. using ovarian tissue frozen Her fertility was re- many of the disturbing pho- before entering the puberty, stored after transplantation doctors said. of the preserved cells. Moaza Al Matrooshi, “It is the first time that 24, had her right ovary re- the success of the procedure moved when she was just has been shown in a pre-pu- Air Miles points expiry policy cancelled nine years old before start- bertal girl, and I’m delighted ing radiation treatment for that this young woman has By Sandra Beagan “date stamping.” Aeroplan mediately. Arthur Potts which would cancelled its date stamping “There is uncertainty have made expiry dates for customers were unhappy.” forced the decision. “It’s not Air Miles announced policy – which it had an- with provincial govern- loyalty points illegal. Air Miles had opposed that (points collectors) were on December 1 that it has nounced in 2011 – in 2013. ments proposing or consid- Toronto Star’s con- Pott’s bill saying that forcing so much unhappy with Air cancelled its policy of ex- LoyaltyOne, the par- ering legislation across Can- sumer affairs columnist, the company to cancel its Miles, but they were angry piring points that are un- ent company of Air Miles, ada, so we have decided to Ellen Roseman, has writ- expiry policy would “trigger with the retailers,” she said. claimed after five years. issued a statement saying cancel the expiry policy so ten extensive about the negative implications, such “A number of people The policy was announced that it believes cancelling that all collectors, regard- Air Miles expiration policy as immediate and long-term told me they wrote to the in 2011 and was to take ef- the policy will help rewards less of location, can be con- and had started an online additional loyalty program LCBO, Sobeys and oth- fect on December 31 of this programs remain viable in fident that their balances petition to get it cancelled. costs, which will ultimately ers. I think Air Miles really year. Canada. President and CEO, will be protected.” She said that the change in affect consumers who use had to keep their partners The controversial Bryan Pearson, said, “We Ontario’s legislature policy is probably no coinci- those loyalty points.” happy,” she added. “Their practice of setting expiry have made the decision to was days away from con- dence: “I think the compa- Roseman said that partners’ brands were also dates for loyalty points is cancel the expiry policy for sidering a private member’s ny was under pressure for she thinks it was the retail being dragged down by this known in the industry as all collectors effective im- bill put forward by MPP a while . . . They knew that partners of Air Miles that as well.”

VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2016 NIGERIAN CANADIAN NEWS • To Advertise Call : 416-318-3506 37 ISRAELI TYCOON Trump Supporter Says his Obama ARRESTED ON SUSPICION Insults were a “Mistake” OF BRIBERY IN GLOBAL By Sandra Beagan were published by Artvoice. cember 27 apology, “I com on December 23. Art- never intended to hurt the CORRUPTION CASE Carl Paladino, a po- voice is a local events and minority community who I litical ally of Donald Trump, arts publication in Buffalo spent years trying to help who recently wrote that By S.Ratko NY. out of the cycle of poverty some of his wishes for Here were the first two in our inner cities. To them I 2017 were to see Michelle of his four wishes for 2017: apologize.” Israeli tycoon Beny Obama living with a gorilla “Obama catches mad But Paladino used his Steinmetz was detained by in Africa and Barack Obama cow disease after being “apology” to poke sticks at police recently for his sus- dead of mad cow disease, caught having relations Obama again, calling him pected role in a sprawling has now said that his com- with a Herford. He dies Don Heupel/AP a “traitor to American val- corruption case involving ments were inappropriate before his trial and is bur- ing a male and let loose in ues.” He also said that he tens of millions of dollars. but were not intended for ied in a cow pasture next the outback of Zimbabwe won’t resign from Buffalo's Steinmetz is suspected publication. to Valerie Jarret, who died where she lives comfort- school board, which called of bribing officials in Guin- The millionaire devel- weeks prior, after being ably in a cave with Maxie, a special meeting to discuss ea and money laundering. Beny Steinmetz oper, who ran for Governor convicted of sedition and the gorilla.” his comments. His house and offices were the OECD to address official of New York in 2010 and treason, when a Jihady cell His other two wishes “I don't intend to yield raided recently, police said. corruption in member states. was the New York co-chair mate mistook her for being were about the economy to the fanatics among my He was ordered under house In Israel, the police’s fraud of Trump's 2016 campaign, a nice person and decapi- and local issues involving adversaries,” he wrote in arrest for two weeks by an squad is working with state issued a statement on De- tated her.” trains, school boards, and his statement and claimed, Israeli court. prosecutors and local tax of- cember 27 expressing re- “Michelle Obama. I’d politicians. “I certainly am not a racist.” His Israeli and French ficials. gret for the remarks which like her to return to be- According to his De- continued on p(39) passports were confiscated, The probe was made and he is barred from leaving public after a secret investi- Israel for 180 days. His bail gation found evidence sup- was put at 50 million shekels porting the suspicions, police FORMER ARGENTINE PRESIDENT INDIA TO BUILD WORLD’S in cash and an additional 50 said. Others are expected to million shekels in property be called in for questioning CRISTINA FERNANDEZ INDICTED TALLEST STATUE IN ARABIA (totaling nearly $26 million). as the investigation contin- He will be able to post bail. ues. FOR CORRUPTION SEA FOR $530M The businessman owns Mining company BSG a mining company that had Resources earlier said in a won mining rights in Guinea. statement that Steinmetz’s By Sandra Beagan Ercolini. By Sandra Beagan ernment of Maharashtra Guinea confirmed re- arrest was “in the aftermath Businessman Lazaro state, of which Mumbai is cently that Steinmetz’s arrest of ongoing and what BSGR Former Argentine Baez, whose Austral Con- On December 24 In- the capital, 36 billion ru- was linked to a corruption in- believes to be obsolete inves- President Cristina Fernan- strucciones company is dia’s Prime Minister Nar- pees ($530 million). vestigation started in 2011. tigations surrounding brib- dez de Kirchner was in- alleged to have benefited endra Modi laid the foun- But there are many Saadou Nimaga, the secre- ery and corruption against dicted on December 27 in from irregular contracts, dation stone for what is citizens who would prefer tary general of Guinea’s Min- BSGR.” The firm added it a corruption case involving was also named. intended to be the world's that the government de- istry of Mines, told Reuters believed the allegations to be public works. By the judge's order, tallest statue. vote its resources to de- that the country was not baseless. She was president the equivalent of up to Proponents say it will velopment, infrastructure, ready to make an extradition Steinmetz’s lawyer de- from 2007 to 2015. Her $633 million of each defen- be a profitable tourist at- and education. By Christ- request, but its investigation nied the allegations. late husband Nestor Kirch- dant's assets was frozen, traction like the Statue of mas, more than 27,000 could implicate many people. The attorney, Yuval ner was Argentina’s presi- though it was not clear if Liberty. Critics point out people had signed a Steinmetz and other Sasson, said, “The cur- dent from 2003 until 2007. any of them hold that much that US taxpayers did not Change.org petition urging Israelis are suspected of pay- rent process is a recycling He died in 2010 of heart in assets. pay for the Statue of Lib- the government to drop ing out tens of millions in of an old process led by the disease. The judge’s ruling ac- erty – it was a gift from the the statue plans. bribes to officials in Conakry, Guinean government since Charges of fraudulent cused the defendants of French. Fishermen have “Apart from a waste the capital of the Republic its corrupt president Alpha administration and illicit as- associating to illegally mis- protested against it be- of money, this statue is of Guinea, in return for their Conde rose to power, with sociation against Fernandez appropriate public funds cause of disruption to their going to be terrible for the help in advancing local busi- the aim of illegally confiscat- and two former aides, for- meant for public works be- working environment that environment; for the traffic ness interests. ing BSGR’s mining rights. mer Public Works Secretary tween May 2003 and De- will be caused by construc- situation in South Bombay The investigation is “There have been Jose Lopez and ex-Planning cember 2015, largely in the tion and by tourism. and a security nightmare,” being conducted together continuous and baseless at- Minister Julio de Vido, were province of Santa Cruz. The planned statue said the petition. with law enforcement offi- tempts aimed at camouflag- approved by Judge Julian continued on p(38) is of Chhatrapati Shivaji, a Shivaji is revered by cials from the United States, ing acts of corruption with 17th-century Hindu war- many people in Maharash- Switzerland, and Guinea, as the aim of illegal confiscation rior king who fought the tra State. He is one of the part of a global push led by of assets,” Sasson said. INDIAN DIAMOND TRADER Muslim Mughal dynasty symbols of a Hindu cultur- and carved out his own al revival being promoted THROWS WEDDING FOR OVER kingdom. The Shivaji me- by Modi. Mumbai's airport morial is a pet project of and main train station are had her baby,” said Helen, began returning to normal, 200 FATHERLESS BRIDES Modi who is a Hindu na- named after him. which also leads reproduc- she began ovulating and her tionalist. It will be con- Another Modi initia- tion and early development fertility was restored,” the By Sandra Beagan front of thousands. The structed on an island in tive is the Statue of Unity, division, who carried out the university explained on its hundreds of brides were the Arabian Sea off the dedicated to Indian inde- freezing. website. Mahesh Savani, an attired in colourful ethnic coast of Mumbai and will pendence movement lead- A woman with restored “Moaza is a pioneer Indian diamond trader, has garb and ornate jewellery. be 192 metres (630 feet) er Vallabhbhai Patel. It is fertility delivered a baby boy and was one of the first thrown another mega-wed- Two of the brides at tall and is expected to be to be 182 metres tall when at the private Portland Clinic patients we helped back in ding for over 200 father- the mass wedding married completed in 2019. completed. Construction in London recently. 2001, before any baby had less brides. He performed two of Savani’s own sons. When the statue is started on October 31, “It’s like a miracle. been born from ovary tissue the Hindu wedding ritual of “This year my two sons finished, it will tower over 2014 and it is expected We’ve been waiting so long preservation,” said Picton. ‘Kanyadaan’ – giving away also got married during the the world’s tallest statue, to cost 25 billion rupees for this result -- a healthy Just one year ago, a one’s daughter in marriage mass wedding event. So, the Spring Temple Buddha ($368 million) before it is baby,” she told the press. Belgian woman gave birth – at Christmas in the west- in all there were 238 mar- in China, which is 129.2 m finished. The Dubai national after undergoing the same ern state of Gujarat for 236 riages,” he said. (424 ft) tall when its 13.41 The tallest statues in was born with beta thal- treatment with ovarian tis- fatherless brides from poor Savani began his m (44 ft) lotus throne base the world currently (not assaemia, a major blood sue frozen when she was 13 families. charitable wedding initia- is included. including bases): disorder that reduces the years old. Each bride received a tive in 2008 when one of For comparison, the • Laykyun Setkyar production of haemoglobin However, “unlike “dowry” worth 500,000 ru- his employees died days and is considered life-threat- Moaza, she had started go- pees ($7,400) in gold and before his daughter's wed- Statue of Liberty is 93 m (Buddha) in Myanmar at ening disease. ing through puberty when household items including ding. (305 ft) tall with base in- 115.8 m (380 ft) The woman needed her ovary was removed, “ beds and sofas to help poor Indian weddings are cluded. • Spring Temple chemotherapy in order to said University. women start a new life. famous for their lavish At the inaugural Buddha in China at 108.45 prepare for a bone marrow Adam Balen, chairman The tycoon has been scale with huge tents to event Modi said, “Even m (355.8 ft) transplant needed to deal of the British Fertility Soci- organising similar mass entertain hundreds or even in the midst of struggle, • Emperors Yan and with the disorder. But, the ety, said: “This is a ground- weddings every year since thousands of guests, brass Shivaji Maharaj remained Huang in China at 106 m treatment severely damaged breaking step in this area of 2012 in the belief that giv- bands, decorated horses, a torchbearer of good gov- (348 ft) her remaining ovary, bring- fertility preservation and has ing away brides is a bless- and multi-course feasts. ernance. So many aspects • Ushiku Daibutsu ing on the menopause in her the potential to help many ing from God. “With Sunday's mass of his personality inspire (Buddha) in Japan at 100 early twenties, Manchester young people who face can- The wedding rituals wedding, I have become us.” m (330 ft) university said. cer treatment preserve their were performed in the city proud father to have per- The statue is due for • Sendai Daikan- “Following her trans- fertility chances in the fu- of Surat, a hub of the dia- formed ‘kanyadaan’ of over completion in 2019 and is non (Kannon) in Japan at plant her hormone levels ture. mond polishing industry, in 700 girls,” Savani told AFP. expected to cost the gov- 100 m (330 ft)

VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2016 38 NIGERIAN CANADIAN NEWS • To Advertise Call : 416-318-3506 continued from p(35) continued from p(37) (FA) the wrong way and to make the move since in Wembley where they According to the judge’s tration to be audited. December 2015, Fernan- they described the man- Pardew’s “expansive lost 2-1 to Van Gaal’s ruling, 52 contracts worth The crime of fraudu- dez, who is of the Justicialist ager’s behavior as “inap- style of football had failed Manchester United. This about $2.9 billion were as- lent administration can net Party, has alleged that she propriate.” to materialize.” He added was quite an achieve- signed to companies owned up to six years in prison has been subjected to perse- Later, he apologized that the cost of relegation ment for Pardew since it by Baez at prices averaging while illicit association can cution by her conservative but at the cost of his job. was too expensive to pay. was only the second time 15 per cent above the proj- garner up to ten years. successor, President Mauri- The 62-year-old has Allardyce disclosed for the club to reach the ect budgets. Earlier this year, Fer- cio Macri. stated that he intends to that one of the reasons final. Fernandez made no nandez was indicted on On his Twitter ac- use his vast experience to he had accepted the job is Allardacye has said comment when the charges charges of manipulating count, Fernandez’ lawyer save Crystal Palace from because the club is show- that the forward line is were announced, but she currency exchange futures Gregorio Dalbon said that their misery by register- ing signs of ambition and in great shape since they has frequently and publicly markets, allegedly causing he was not worried about ing better results that will he believes that he can are scoring but he has to denied any wrongdoing and damage to the country’s the indictment and added move the club higher in help them grow in the work on preventing the asked for public works con- economy. he would appeal. the premier league table. right direction. He was team from conceding too tracts during her adminis- Since leaving office in Allardayce, who has also quick to mention easily. He understands also managed Newcastle, that he loved the look of that this isn’t easy and Blackburn and Bolton, the talent on offer. so he will be shopping for continued from p(32) Volkswagen moves into Kenya, Rwanda in.. came to Sunderland In 2016, Pardew, players that add strength driving the sales of motor mobility but in certain re- age of less than 20 years when they were second a former Palace player, in depth during the Janu- vehicles -- accounting for gions maybe not the af- old and a commitment to from bottom and he was led his squad to just 26 ary transfer window. 1.5 percent of consumer fordability to go in a full clean energy. instrumental in helping points from the 36 Pre- Crystal Palace have expenditure in 2015. ownership of a vehicle,” Volkswagen said it them escape the jaws of mier League games and made a bold move in relegation last season. even worse, they landed signing the experienced Passenger vehicles said Thomas Schaefer, was also considering in- Parish, who co-owns just one point shy of the Sam Allardyce and it re- were Kenya’s fourth-larg- CEO of Volkswagen Group troducing electric cars into the club with American relegation zone. mains to be seen if this est import in 2014, and South Africa. the country. investors David Blitzer The 55-year-old move will work out for the volume of imported The company had “Rwanda is well- and Josh Harris, said that managed to guide Crystal them in their quest to fin- cars grew 300 percent looked at ways to solve suited to be a pioneer of they had no choice but Palace to the FA Cup final ish the season strongly. between 2003 and 2012. this problem and came up new mobility solutions as Many of the imports are with a pilot project that it has a population of tech- second-hand cars from will involve a company savvy young people and continued from p(32) $11.2 million fine in contaminated peanut.. Japan or the United Arab owning vehicles and al- its capital Kigali is seen as Emirates. lowing customers to pick the most connected city in ConAgra peanut butter 2005 that the ConAgra contamination.” “If the current trend them up at one point and Africa,” said Schaefer. produced between 2004 facility might have sal- There was another of 10 percent to 12 per- drop them off in another An investigation and 2007. monella problems but it peanut butter salmo- cent growth per annum -- like similar systems in phase will last until May In May 2015, the did not have the funds nella outbreak in 2008- in vehicle imports is to be Berlin, London and Paris. next year, and the compa- company pleaded guilty to assign inspectors to 2009 in which nine maintained, Kenya will “We will make pas- ny aims to have the first to knowingly releasing trace the problem. The people were killed and have five million vehicles senger vehicles not only cars assembled in Rwanda products tainted with FDA did nothing and thousands sickened. In on the road by the year available for the market by the end of 2017. salmonella into inter- the jars affected by sal- that case, the main ex- 2030,” reads the report. to buy but also for the As in Kenya, the state commerce and monella made their way ecutives of the Peanut Kenya currently only shared service that now amount of the investment agreed to pay a fine of to store shelves a few Corporation of America does small scale assembly is increasingly becoming and production capacity $8 million and forfeit years later. (PCA), Stewart and Mi- of motor vehicles at three the trend in many cities have not been revealed. assets worth $3.2 mil- “This case dem- chael Parnell, were sen- plants, all of which are of the world,” said Francis Deloitte sees Africa lion. That sentence was onstrates companies – tenced to lengthy fed- operating below capacity, Gatare, CEO of the Rwan- as the “final frontier” for upheld on December 13. both large and small – eral prison terms with according to Deloitte. da Development Board. the global automotive in- Since a corporation must be vigilant about Stewart receiving the App-based project in Part of the project dustry, with its enormous is not a person, it can’t food safety,” said Ben- stiffest punishment ever Rwanda also involves the con- growth potential. be sent to prison, but jamin C. Mizer, head of handed out in a food- Meanwhile, another struction of an assembly The motorization this is a record-break- the Justice Department’s borne illness case – 28 top Volkswagen executive plant in Kigali. rate on the continent ing fine in a food safety Civil Division. “We rely years. Other executives was in Rwanda to launch is only 44 vehicles per case. every day on food pro- were sentenced to lesser a project involving “app- Tiny Rwanda has 1,000 inhabitants com- The US Food and cessors and handlers terms. ConAgra doesn’t based mobility solutions.” no established vehicle in- pared to a global average Drug Administration to meet the high stan- use peanuts from PCA “What we have in dustry, but it does have a of 180 vehicles per 1,000 (FDA) has admitted that dards required to keep and was not involved in Africa is a lot of need for population with an aver- inhabitants. it knew as far back as our food free of harmful that case. continued from p(32) ADVICE FOR SMALL BUSINESS... Examples of such brands its online presence plat- zations run and man- today are KFC, Nokia, Uni- form. 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VOLUME 11 • ISSUE 12 • DECEMBER 2016 NIGERIAN CANADIAN NEWS • To Advertise Call : 416-318-3506 39 continued from p(23) $8.3 billion comes from lionaires, down from is against the Nigerian and Nigerian oil tycoon the Winnipeg Jets, with of the Zara clothing line oil and diversified invest- 28. The richest is Nige- Stock Exchange rules). Folorunsho Alakija of $23.8 billion. coming in at #2 with ments. None of the 32 ria’s Aliko Dangote with Two of Africa’s bil- Nigeria at $1 billion. The richest person $67 billion. The richest richest Arabs are wom- $15.4 billion. He owns lionaires are women: The richest Cana- in the world is still Bill woman at #11 is Liliane en. 90% of Dangote Cement Angolan investor Isabel dian at #25 is David Gates at $75 billion with Bettencourt of L’Oreal Africa has 23 bil- (owning more than 80% dos Santos at $3 billion Thompson, owner of Spain’s Amancio Ortega with $36.1 billion. continued from p(10) the successful takeover strategy of further defeat- Lai Mohammed, in a state- you see something, say opening of the Maiduguri- Mansur Dan Ali (retd), of the Sambisa Forest, l ing pockets of insurgents/ ment, appealed to Nigeri- something’ as a way of Gubio-Damasak road and the service chiefs and the hope that very soon, the terrorists, armed bandits ans to continue to support ensuring that no escaped the Maiduguri-Mungono- Governor of Borno state, remaining Chibok girls will and cattle rustlers all over the troops as they clear the terrorist can wreak havoc Baga road, he hailed Gov- at the opening of the two be located and reunited the country. remnants of the terrorists in their communities. It is ernor Shettima for his un- strategic roads. with their families,” he Meanwhile, the who are now on the run. also important to know wavering support for the Alhaji Mohammed added. federal government has He also called for in- that now that they have military and his adminis- said overall, the leader- Babangida also paid congratulated the gallant creased vigilance among been dispossessed of their tration’s determination to ship provided by President tributes to all fallen heroes troops of the Nigerian mili- Nigerians, as Boko Haram fortress, the Boko Haram quickly restore normalcy Buhari provided the much- for paying the supreme tary for finally seizing the escapees seek to integrate escapees will intensify across the state. needed impetus for the sacrifice in their efforts of Sambisa Forest from the themselves into commu- their cowardly attacks on The Minister said it military’s victory in the keeping the nation from dreaded Boko Haram ter- nities far and near, say- vulnerable targets if only was in recognition and North-east, and urged Ni- aggression. rorists and securing the ing eternal vigilance is the to maintain an illusion of celebration of the great gerians to continue to give According to him, North-east, paving the price of freedom. terror. But there should feat performed by the their unalloyed support to “the labour of our heroes way for the re-opening of ‘’We urge Nigeri- be no panic because the military that he decided the president in his untir- past shall never be in two strategic roads in Bor- ans to keep our gallant worst is over,’’ Alhaji Mo- to lead over 30 Nigerian ing efforts to restore peace vain.” no state. and victorious troops in hammed said. and international journal- and security across the He further urged the Minister of Informa- their prayers and also to While commending ists to join the minister country and also revamp military to unveil a new tion and Culture, Alhaji imbibe the mantra of ‘if the military for the re- of defence, Brigadier Gen the economy. continued from p(9) In the study, the research- berry products could help age blood sugar, or glu- moting polyphenols. But microbiota, and provide needed to examine the full ers found that cranberry blood pressure, circulation, cose, for people with type now, recent investigations antioxidant and anti-in- effect of cranberries, but for compounds showed poten- and blood lipid levels. In 2 diabetes. have shown that the cran- flammatory functions that now, you can stick to dried tial in boosting the gut mi- particular, low-calorie and “It has been estab- berry polyphenols may in- benefit the cardiovascular cranberries or unsweetened crobiome, immune system, unsweetened cranberry lished that cranberries rank teract with other bioactive system, metabolism, and cranberry juice to enjoy the and cardiovascular health. juice or dried cranberries high among the berry fruits compounds in cranberries immune function.” potential benefits of those They also found that cran- showed the ability to man- that are rich in health-pro- that could protect the gut More research will be antioxidants. continued from p(1) “The intention was not to . . . We haven’t received pose video evidence of him lowers – are “models,” “After the acts, they worth $1.8BN, he hired hurt anyone or to be mali- any money from the web- cheating on his wife was “prostitutes,” or “escorts,” approach their victims investigators who tracked cious,” the statement con- site.” They she says “the allegedly their downfall. depending on which news through a third party, them down through a per- tinues. “The intention was money went to Babatunde The sisters – called by site you read. threatening them to pay son who was apparently not to extort anyone. We Oyebode of Huzzle Inc.” some the “Canadian Kar- According to Politics thousands of dollars or picked up by police when haven’t received any mon- The Matharoo sisters dashians” because of their Nigeria, “It was also dis- risk the release of the re- he tried to withdraw cash ey from this website.” have apparently cyberbul- physiques and the many covered that the girls recordings/pictures/videos after shaking down one “The intention was lied more than 200 people. photos of their lavish life- corded conversations and online through their web- of their targets for a third not to hurt anyone or to be Trying to extort money style they have posted sex romps with their rich site NaijaGistLive.” time. According to some malicious. The intention from billionaire Femi Ot- on Instagram where they clients . . . politicians, club When they targeted sources, this person was was not to extort anyone edola by threatening to ex- have thousands of fol- owners and businessmen. Otedola, an oil magnate Babatunde Oyebode. continued from p(37) He also said that his wish In a phone call with insensitive. ments “disrespectful and donations from Paladino. board meeting. “The im- list was not intended for the Buffalo News Friday, Trump’s transition absolutely unnecessary.” The school board pact on children of color, publication but was only he mentioned by name team called Paladino’s At least two peti- held a special meeting on especially African-Ameri- intended to go to friends. an editor who is African- comments “absolutely tions have sprung up, one December 27 to “discuss can children is incalculable We’ve all hit “Reply” in- American and said he reprehensible,” and Pala- demanding his removal board member conduct.” . . . They would like me to stead of “Forward” haven’t “made that comment just dino’s son, William, who from the Buffalo school Paladino did not attend tell you, ‘You’re fired.’” we? Oops! for him.” He told several runs the family’s develop- board and the other want- the meeting. It voted 6-2 During his unsuc- However, he made journalists he sent the ment firm, wrote on the ing his name removed to kick him off the board. cessful 2010 run for NY no mention of a computer comments on purpose, and company’s Facebook page from a building at St. Bo- “Words matter, Mr. governor, he apologized mistake in statements he even hinted that he was that the company didn’t naventure University, his Paladino,” School Board for forwarding emails to made on December 23 de- well aware that people condone what his father alma mater and recipient President Barbara Seals friends that included por- fending his remarks. would find them racially said. He called the state- of more than $1 million in Nevergold said during the nography racist jokes. continued from p(32) Cleveland Cavaliers outsmart the Golden State Warriors again “King James” led the Cavs from the Warriors. ilar to the one he made on that Klay was incredible in Interestingly, the Cavs shows James making a ca- by scoring 31 points with During the regular June 19, only with a higher defense. intimidated the Warriors by reer-defining block of Andre an outstanding 13 re- season, the Golden State degree of difficulty. The Warriors will meet leaving a door wide open Iguodala in Game 7. bounds, Irving managed to Warriors had won 73 Golden States War- the Cavs again in January just down the hallway from The picture has been steal 25 points while Kev- games, but lost their sec- riors Coach Steve Kerr was 16. They have a chance of the Golden State’s locker manipulated by adding a in Love had 20. The Cavs ond straight title to the also full of praises for Ir- creating basketball history room so that they could Cavs championship ring on fought back from 3-1 in the “charged” Cavs. ving, describing his shot as if they meet again in the stare at a Lebron James James’ left index finger. Finals to snatch the game Irving’s shot was sim- “really hard.” He also said finals. photo. The exquisite photo continued from p(32) Canadian junior team expected to perfrom, even in the absence of NHL stars said that his team is phia), Mitch Marner (To- lien Gauthier, Mitchell Ste- Blake Speers was also part action for six weeks. He is goals in 29 games play- not perfect but he is satis- ronto) and Jacob Chychrun phens and Thomas Chabot; of the NHL as the season also expected to be a key ing for the Saint John Sea fied with the growth he is (Arizona). an offensive defenceman began, playing for the New player as the tournament Dogs. witnessing. The Canadian In 2015, Canada will have to be on top of Jersey Devils. Upon his re- takes shape. Dubois is still expect- team runs deep with skill bowed out in a quarter- their game. turn to junior on Oct. 27 Two other forwards ed to be a major contributor and speed. final loss to Finland. This Barzal, Strome and with the Sault Ste. Marie to watch out for will be for team Canada although The missing star play- year’s team has five play- Chabot each started the Greyhounds, he unfortu- the highly touted Pierre- he has struggled for form ers include: Connor McDa- ers who participated in season in the NHL with nately suffered a broken Luc Dubois and Tampa Bay this season, only scoring vid (Edmonton), Lawson last year’s tournament in Islanders, the Arizona Coy- wrist. Lightning prospect Ma- six goals in 20 games. Last Crouse (Arizona), Anthony Finland. To win the tour- otes and Ottawa Senators, Before joining the thieu Joseph. This season June, the Columbus Blue Beauvillier (N.Y. Islanders), nament, forwards Dylan respectively. Canadian junior team this has been great for Joseph, Jackets selected Dubois as Travis Konecny (Philadel- Strome, Mathew Barzal, Ju- Talented right-winger month, he had been out of scoring an outstanding 25 third overall.

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ZSA ZSA GABOR ZAMBIAN 27-YEAR- THE TEN BEST DIES AT 99 OLD GOSPEL ARTISTE MOVIES OF 2016 MARRIES 18 YEARS By S.Ratko (Casey Affleck) forced to take on his demons after 2016 was a horrible the death of his brother OLDER LOVER year for countless reasons, makes him the guardian of but one of the few positives his 16-year-old nephew, the was going to the movies. movie addresses heartache Rotten Tomatoes reports a and the difficulty of self- record number of Certified forgiveness. Affleck’s quiet, Fresh movies released in brooding performance is a 2016, and Disney’s $7 bil- career best. lion global take-ups at the box office set a new indus- 6. “ARRIVAL” try record. The best science-fic- So needless to say, tion stories are those that there were a lot of great use the real world as their titles in the running for my foundation, and “Arrival” ten best this year. does this so beautifully that It was hard, but here by the end of the movie they are — the films that you’re completely over- confirmed why I love going come by what it reveals to to the movies so much (plus you. Starring Amy Adams a couple that I felt needed to and Jeremy Renner as two Zsa Zsa Gabor be mentioned). scientists who are brought on to decipher why alien By N.Ugoh Her husband, Fred- 10. “JACKIE” spacecraft have suddenly eric Prinz Von Anhalt, By N.Ugoh ects Manager at Zambia This haunting look at landed on Earth, the sci- Zsa Zsa Gabor, the held birthday parties for Telecommunications Com- Jacqueline Kennedy in the ence and thrills are certainly Hungarian beauty who Gabor the last few years, A 27-year-old Zam- pany (Zamtel), at a cer- aftermath of the assassina- there, but it’s Adams’ char- some called the OG Kim but she was so sick visi- bian gospel artiste, Steve G, emony recently. tion of her husband, Presi- acter’s journey that really is Kardashian, is dead just tors were not allowed in has shocked many by mar- Many Zambians, par- dent John F. Kennedy, is a what you take away from it. shy of 100 years old, ac- her bedroom. rying a woman 18 years ticularly on social media, beautifully constructed re- cording to the press. Zsa Zsa and her older. The exchange of nup- have condemned the mar- telling of the end of Camelot 5. “HELL OR HIGH tial vows between the two The press reports younger sister, Eva, riage. and the realization that the WATER” took social media by storm. that Gabor died recently were socialites in Bever- The musician has dis- First Lady is far from the It’s the best-written Steve married Mama missed reports that he is 27, timid person she was por- after suffering a heart at- ly Hills for decades. Zsa movie I saw this year. Tay- Waluse, a 45-year old Proj- insisting he is rather 31. trayed as by the press. Nat- tack. She was rushed to Zsa had nearly 80 tv and lor Sheridan’s screenplay is alie Portman delivers one of a treasure that provides its the hospital where she film acting credits, but the best performances of her director David Mackenzie was pronounced dead. most often she played career, playing Jackie with a and actors Jeff Bridges, Chris Zsa Zsa endured a herself. precision that lifts the movie Pine, and Ben Foster the number of health prob- NOLLYWOOD ACTRESS She was married to to another level. tools they need to pull off lems in the last several Conrad Hilton, Paris Hil- an almost impossible task: years. Her right leg had ton’s great grandfather, KUDIRAT AJIMATI 9. “ROGUE ONE: A STAR make a bank heist movie to be partially amputated from 1942-1947. WARS STORY” feel like something you’ve in 2011 after it got in- Zsa Zsa would have The first standalone never seen before. fected. turned 100 in February. PASSES AWAY “Star Wars” movie was hyped to have a more ma- 4. “SILENCE” By N.Ugoh ture “Dirty Dozen”-like Martin Scorsese has the feel, and it was just spent close to 30 years Veteran Yoruba ac- that. “Rogue One” has an trying to make this movie CELINE DION tress, Kudirat Ajimati, is originality that gives you a about two Jesuit priests who reported dead. She report- sense of finality when you attempt to propagate Chris- edly passed away recently get to the end. There’s still tianity in 17th century Ja- REFUSES TO in Ogun State. a lot of reminders that you pan, and it was worth the Ajimati has since are inside the confines of wait. “Silence” is a film that the “Star Wars” universe, PLAY AT DONALD been buried according to Kudirat Ajimati is unlike anything Scors- the Islamic rites and cus- whether it be characters that ese has ever made. With ly lifestyle! Rest in Peace!” toms. show up or locations where an intimacy similar to the The press reports that scenes take place, but the foreign films he looks up to TRUMP’S In an exclusive in- high stakes of the movie the news of her death was so much, the movie is pow- terview with the online bring an excitement that shared on social media ered by the performance of publication, the chairman can be lost at times when by the Theatre Arts and Andrew Garfield, who con- INAUGURATION of TAMPAN in Ogun state watching the main fran- tinues to show his diverse Movie Pictures Practitio- Pastor Ajidara revealed chise films. acting abilities. ners Association of Nige- that the association was ria (TAMPAN), Ogun State By N.Ugoh an titan for the big event, shocked by the news. 8. “MOONLIGHT” 3. “AMERICAN HONEY” chapter, of which she was but ultimately failed. Dion He added that the Told over three chap- After traveling around a member. With every passing hadn’t publicly supported deceased was buried ac- ters in the life of a young America’s heartland, Eng- day, the prospective list any candidate in the past cording to Islamic injunc- man living in Miami, Barry lish director Andrea Arnold The post read: of performers for Don- election, but one of her tion, noting that the burial Jenkins’ beautifully touch- was inspired to make this “It saddens our as- ald Trump’s inauguration songs was chosen to be was arranged quietly and ing portrait of the complexi- highly improvised story sociation, Theatre Arts ceremony grows smaller the anthem for Hillary quickly as she still has an ties of life is a movie you about a group of outcast and Movie Pictures Prac- and sadder. Recently we Clinton’s 2008 presiden- aged mother. have to experience if you teens who travel the mid- titioners Association of have seen KISS “politely tial campaign. The cause of her are a film lover. The direc- West selling magazines dur- Nigeria (TAMPAN), Ogun tion, acting, camera work, decline” to play and the In related news, The death was not disclosed. ing the day and partying State Chapter, to announce and score are all at a high rescinding of an offer to Beach Boys confirmed to Actors like Ronke Oshodi at night. Newcomer Sasha the untimely death of our level, while the storytelling Lane plays the newest addi- Italian operatic star An- Billboard that they’d been and Toyin Aimakhu have beloved sister/colleague is some of the most power- tion to the team, who falls drea Bocelli. asked to perform at the taken to social media to Kudirat Ajimat popularly ful you’ll see all year. for one of the guys (Shia Now, according to January 20th inaugura- mourn Ajimati’s passing. known and called Ajimat. LaBeouf). The movie com- the press, pop legend, Ce- tion, but have not yet Some of the movies The news of her death got 7. “MANCHESTER BY pletely sucks you in with its line Dion has also turned made a decision. Trump’s she has featured in include to us this morning as a THE SEA” handheld camera work and down The Donald. Sourc- camp, meanwhile, has re- “Adigun Oga Oga,” “Bata shocker, but we don’t have Not to be left out, raw performances. es close to the situation portedly brought on new Wahala,” amongst others. the power to stop God from the latest movie by direc- told the press that Steve talent recruiters to help doing what is right in HIS tor Kenneth Lonergan is 2. “LA LA LAND” Wynn, famed hotelier, salvage what might be a May her soul rest sight. Ajimat, we will seri- no slouch in the storytell- It’s by far the movie and Trump buddy, guar- Kid Rock headlined cer- in peace. ously miss u and ur friend- ing department either. An that I smiled the most at anteed to nab the Canadi- emony. God help us all. intimate telling of a man while watching this year.

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Governor Aminu ed phosphate for making otherwise known as So- Tambuwal of Sokoto State fertiliser, gold, limestone, koto Cement and owned by – CASUAL STUDENT has said that coal in com- gypsum, iron ore, copper, the BUA Group, has start- mercial deposits had been columbite, tantalite, zinc ed using the mineral as a discovered in the state. and kaolin, among others. source of energy in operat- Tambuwal disclosed Tambuwal made the ing its plant. this in a statement issued revelations during a capac- “BUA will use coal by his spokesman, Malam ity building workshop on sourced from Sokoto to fuel We're searching for an Office Admin- Imam Imam, in Sokoto. Special Purpose Vehicles Governor Aminu Tambuwal the 40MW power plant be- The governor de- for beneficial participation ing constructed at the fac- istrator who will be responsible for a scribed the discovery as of state governments in make research on the avail- tory. a major boost to Federal mining. able mineral resources, de- “The new cement range of administrative support needs. Government’s efforts at The workshop was termine their locations and plant can use both coal and diversifying the country’s jointly organised by the their commercial viability. LPFO , and will source its Must be able to work independently, with limited or no supervi- “The company has economy. Federal Ministry of Mines power needs from the pow- sion at times. The office administrator responsibilities would “This discovery and Steel Development and presented the first phase of er plant. boosts Sokoto’s share of the state Ministry of Solid its findings and identified “The excess power include providing customer service, responding to emails, solid minerals awaiting Minerals and Natural Re- 20 varieties of solid miner- generated will be moved to researching articles for our newspaper, deal diligently with exploration by the authori- sources Development. als,” Tambuwal said. the national grid,” said the issues until resolution and other typical office tasks. ties,’’ he said. “The state govern- On coal, the governor governor. The ideal candidate is highly organized and customer-service Other solid minerals ment has already engaged said that the Cement Com- earlier discovered includ- a Chinese company to pany of Northern Nigeria, NAN minded. This role works internally with management, and other staff, on weekly basis. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are a must. For more information, please By Wole Banjoko email your resume to [email protected] answers from p(30-31) Word search p(30) sign language p(31) Position offers: Key activities including phone management, researching short MERRY articles, office supply ordering, and appointment confirmations. CHRISTMAS AND Sales support - maintaining existing clients and searching for HAPPY NEW YEAR new accounts.

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Ryan Gosling and Emma musical, director Damien 1. “O.J.: Made in show, from the numerous ica’s greatest fallen pop cul- up into five parts, it never Stone have incredible chem- Chazelle (“Whiplash”) de- America” times I’ve experienced it ture icons to examine race, feels serialized, instead one istry as two struggling art- livers a beautiful tapestry of Though there is a de- this year (the first time in politics, domestic violence, powerful story. In fact, the ists who fall in love and then a Los Angeles that’s only in bate on whether this sev- one sitting), I’ve only seen class, and the justice system only way to tell this story are torn apart by their indi- our dreams. en-and-a-half-hour docu- it as a movie. Director Ezra in a way few filmmakers correctly was how Edelman vidual ambitions. Told as a mentary is a movie or a TV Edelman uses one of Amer- have. Though it is broken and ESPN did it.

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WHAT IS ISLAM – THE CORE OF ISLAM SIX BASIC PART 2 Description: The main message of Islam is the same from the same source, and the reasons for disparity found ASPECTS OF basic message in all revealed religions, as they are all are between religions. THE PASTOR AS The role of Islam were followers of Islam, or mael, along with Jacob Just as it was incum- among other world reli- Muslims, while those that (Israel), Joseph, David, bent upon the those who gions, specifically in rela- did not, remained in their Solomon, Moses, and of were alive to follow the SHEPHERD tion to the Judeo-Christian disbelief and were seized course, Jesus, to mention message of the last of the tradition. with a punishment for do- a few, may the peace and succession of prophets By Ray Gilder is to love. ing so. blessings of God be upon which was sent to them, it But where does the After Noah, God sent them all. Each prophet becomes incumbent upon There is a tremendous 3. LEAD THE FLOCK message of Muhammad, messengers to every nation was sent to the Children of all of humanity to follow difference between preaching A congregation that may the mercy and bless- who had strayed from the Israel (the Jews) when they the message of Muham- for a church and serving as is not being led will wander ings of God be upon him, fit Truth, to steer them back to went astray from the true mad. God promised that their pastor. When a church and scatter. It is the respon- in with the previous mes- it. This Truth was the same religion of God, and it be- this message would remain calls a pastor, the people ex- sibility of the pastor to seek sages revealed by God? A throughout time: to reject came obligatory upon them unchanged and fit for all pect to do much more than and share the plan or vision brief history of the prophets all objects of worship and to to follow the messenger times and places. Suffice is preach. He is to shepherd the of God for that church. The might clear this point. direct all worship without which was sent to them and it to say that the way of Is- flock. Peter deals with this in writer of Proverbs tells us that The first human,exception to God and none obey their commandments. lam is the same as the way 1 Peter 5:2-4. “Feed the flock “where there is no vision the Adam, followed Islam, in else, the Creator and Lord All of the messengers came of the prophet Abraham, of God which is among you people perish”. Poor pastoral that he directed worship to of all, and to abide by His with the same message, to because both the Bible and taking the oversight thereof, leadership will cause a church God alone and none else commandments. But as reject worship of all other the Quran portray Abra- not by constraint, but willing- to demonstrate a modern day and abided by His com- we mentioned before, be- beings except God Alone ham as a towering example ly; not for filthy lucre, but of a version of wilderness wan- mandments. But through cause each nation differed and to obey His command- of someone who submitted ready mind; neither as being derings. A church that has the passage of time and in regards to their way of ments. Some disbelieved himself completely to God lords over God’s heritage, but good leadership will be ex- the dispersal of human- life, language, and culture, in the prophets, while oth- and directed worship to being examples to the flock. cited about where it is going. ity throughout the earth, specific messengers were ers believed. Those that Him alone and none else, And when the chief Shepherd The pastor is to take the over- people strayed from this sent to specific nations for believed were followers of and without any intermedi- shall appear, ye shall receive sight and lead by example. message and began direct- a specific time period. Islam, or Muslims. aries. Once this is realized, a crown of glory that fadeth ing worship to others in- God sent messengers From amongst the it should be clear that Islam not away.” (KJV) 4. KEEP THE FLOCK stead of or along with God. to all nations, and to the messengers was Muham- has the most continuous As a pastor shepherds TOGETHER Some took to worshipping Kingdom of Babylon He mad, may the mercy and and universal message of the flock God has given him, One of the most chal- the pious who passed away sent Abraham – one of the blessings of God be upon any religion, because all he must pay attention to six lenging functions of a pastor amongst them, while oth- earliest and greatest proph- him, from the progeny of prophets and messengers basic functions: is to the keep the flock togeth- ers took to worshipping ets – who called his people Ishmael, the son of Abra- were “Muslims”, i.e. those er. Resolving conflicts and spirits and forces of na- to reject the worship of the ham, may the mercy and who submitted to God’s 1. FEED THE FLOCK uniting various personalities ture. It was then that God idols to which they were blessings of God be upon will, and they preached The primary function under one goal consumes a started to send messengers devoted. He called them to him, who was sent as a “Islam”, i.e. submission to of a pastor is to feed the flock vast amount of energy and to humanity steering them Islam, but they rejected him messenger in succession the will of Almighty God the Word of God. A pastor can time. Facing multiple forms back to the worship of God and even tried to kill him. to Jesus. Muhammad by worshipping Him Alone give himself to many different of conflict causes many pas- Alone, which accorded God put Abraham through preached the same mes- and obeying His command- ministry activities throughout tors to want to flee instead to their true nature, and many tests, and he proved sage of Islam as the previ- ments. the week but if he does not of staying and solving the warning them of the grave true to all of them. For his ous prophets and messen- So we see that those have a message from God problems. To be a part of a consequences of directing many sacrifices, God pro- gers – to direct all worship who call themselves Mus- when he stands to speak, he significant work of God one any type of worship to oth- claimed that he would raise to God Alone and none lims today do not follow a has failed in his most impor- will have to weather many ers besides Him. from amongst his progeny else and to obey His com- new religion; rather they tant responsibility. storms and trials. The first of these mes- a great nation and choose mandments – in which the follow the religion and There is a big difference sengers was Noah, who prophets from amongst followers of the previous message of all prophets and between having to say some- 5. TEND THE FLOCK was sent to preach this them. Whenever people prophets went astray. messengers which were thing and having something The Lord is our Shep- message of Islam to his from his progeny started to So as we see, the sent to humanity by God’s to say. Studying the Word of herd. His work in our lives people, after they had start- stray away from the Truth, Prophet Muhammad was command, also known as God is demanding work but as pictured in Psalms 23 is ed to direct worship to their which was to worship none not the founder of a new re- Islam. The word “Islam” is it is essential to feeding the a good example of tending pious forefathers along but God alone and to obey ligion, as many people misan Arabic word which lit- flock. Just any sermon will the flock. God is very con- with God. Noah called his His commandments, God takenly think, but he was erally means “submission not do. It must be a mes- cerned about the flocks that people to leave the worship sent them another mes- sent as the Final Prophet to God”, and Muslims are sage from God’s Word that is have been neglected. Notice of their idols, and ordered senger steering them back of Islam. By revealing His those who willfully submit needed by that congregation Jeremiah 23:1-4 and Ezekiel them to return to the wor- to it. final message to Muham- to and actively obey God, at that time. 34:1-6. ship of God Alone. Some Consequently, we see mad, which is an eternal living in accordance with Most pastors preach Tend the flock includes of them followed the teach- that many prophets were and universal message for His message. between 100 to 150 sermons providing general oversight, ings of Noah, while the ma- sent amongst the progeny all of mankind, God finally each year at their church. visiting the sick, counseling jority disbelieved in him. of Abraham, such as his fulfilled the covenant that http://www.islamreligion. Staying fresh, current, and those with special needs and Those who followed Noah two sons Isaac and Ish- He made with Abraham. com/ biblical is a major challenge. performing weddings and fu- However, God gifts those he nerals. This is where a mentor calls. It is the job of the pastor can prove very helpful. to exercise those gifts to the best of his ability. 6. PROTECT THE FLOCK PASTOR ASHIMOLOWO’S CHURCH A pastor not only deals 2. LOVE THE FLOCK with sheep, he must deal No congregation will with wolves. Paul warned the LOSES $4.8M TO SCAMMER - REPORT follow a pastor very far un- leaders at Ephesus about the til they are convinced that wolves that would seek to de- Kingsway Interna- $4.8 million (£3.9 million) scheme. he loves them and that they stroy the flock. A pastor must tional Christian Centre after its trustees invested KICC was the single can trust him. It is one thing not only preach the truth, he (KICC), a 12,000-member over $6.1 million (£5 mil- largest investor in the to be given the title of pastor must expose error. This is megachurch in Britain, lion) in four instalments scheme. but it is quite another thing why we must reprove and headed by Pastor Matthew between June 2009 and The commission to be given the trust of the rebuke. One day, pastors will Ashimolowo, lost $4.8 June 2010 . Rufus was a said in the report that the people. Jesus warned against give and account to God for million to a Ponzi scheme member and former trustee church’s trustees handed the hireling who did not really how they cared for His sheep. after trustees invested of the church. over an initial investment care about the sheep. He said Only those who ob- money in it. He had guaranteed and entered into an agree- Pastor Matthew the good shepherd gives his serve from a distance make The scam was the Ashimolowo the investments would ment in which they were life for the sheep. jokes about the easy role of brainchild of former Pre- earn a sizeable return to- guaranteed that invest- Jesus loves the church a pastor. After reviewing all mier League soccer player, The Christian Post re- talling about 55 percent ment would earn a profit and so must the pastor. You the responsibilities of a pas- Richard Rufus, who used porting the findings of an in a year.He was last year of about five percent per cannot fake real love for the tor, one is prone to ask, “who to be a defender for Charl- inquiry published on De- found guilty of defrauding month, with the excep- congregation. Either you do is sufficient for such things?” ton Athletic. He promised cember 14, by the Charity about 100 investors out tion of August and De- or you don’t. The answer must be one of investors along with the Commission for England of a total of $10,731,159 cember when they were Some churches have faith “our sufficiency is of church a return as high as and Wales revealed that (£8,682,343) in the guaranteed profits of about been hurt and disappointed God.” 55 per cent. the Kent-based church £16-million investing continued on p(47) with the actions of former suffered a net loss of about pastors. The first step to lead http://www.lifeway.com/

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RELIGIOUS BOOKS EDITOR’S PICK FICTION & NON FICTION BOOKS By Ngozi Ugoh of looking back into old memories involve through our past ex- of stories we have this the protagonists in the past. Some of us hurting or painful periences that we month recalls a lot of their respective sto- We do not often tend to forget them ones. But, we should learn to become stron- emotional past that ries. Weep. Breathe see the importance especially if those remember that it is ger and wiser. The list changed the lives of in. Enjoy.

A Sinful Calling (Reverend Curtis Lust: A Seven Deadly Sins Novel Sexuality and the Black Church: A Black Series, Book 13) Audio CD – Paperback – Feb 7 2017 Womanist Perspective Jun 21 2016

By Victoria Christopher Murray involved in drugs before. By K Douglas tions in White culture that undermines sexuality as a By Kimberla Lawson Roby Dillon Whitfield Black. Dil- But Trey, Damon’s child- K. Douglas takes a “taboo” issue. The second lon lives a life far from being Tiffanie is torn be- hood best friend, came womanist perspective in re- part examines the response Here is another com- saint indulging himself with tween two lovers: a suc- back to seek revenge and vealing the issues of sexu- of Black women and men pelling series to the popular power, money and women, cessful entertainment busi- bring him down including ality in the Black Church, on sexual myths and ste- Reverend Curtis Black nov- which leads to another pub- nessman and his childhood Tiffanie. Soon, deadly con- on this two part book. The reotypes. el. This thirteenth install- lic scandal and revelation of friend. She fell in love with sequences transpired out of first part discusses tradi- ment narrates the story of wicked secrets. Damon, the mogul who has Trey’s knowledge. the Reverend’s secret son, a shady past having been Canaan Land: A Religious History of African Americans By Tiffany L. Warren The Pastor’s Husband By Albert J. Raboteau (Author)

Historian Albert Award-winning author Tiffany War- Raboteau created a ren brings another detailed chronicle of poignant story of true America’s black reli- happiness and region and social experi- venge. It tells about ence. He highlights the Felicia Caldwell, a intertwining of African bestselling author who tribal customs and lives a wonderful life, Christian faith, urban having a high-paying job and a glamorous migration, and the rise career. Also, she is of Islam. Numerous about to marry Nya historical facts were Hempstead, a super- excavated to complete star pastor. Little did this far-reaching book she knew, she is go- that narrates the reli- ing to live a life full of gious history of Afri- misery. can Americans.

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Additionally, the “The interim man- it’s also the name of deem miles for both Air ity,” the report explains. investment when it found commission found that the ager found that conflicts an annual festive event Canada and the Star The report also stated that the church made £3 investments “appeared to of interest were not man- that happens here. It Alliance network that that the church’s trust- million of investments be speculative and high aged properly by the features ballet, circus together offer travel to ees who handed over the with a “qualified indepen- risk in nature.” decision-making trustees shows, the Magical more than 1,300 des- funds were guilty of “mis- dent trader” who was “in As a result of the when making the decision Ice Kingdom, German tinations worldwide,” management.” a position to provide the commission’s inquiry, to invest. Christmas markets, the says Mayol. The commission services of an investment an interim manager was “There was too much found that the church’s manager by investing in appointed to review the reliance on the expertise trustees did not “exercise financial markets.” trustees’ decisions to in- of the ex-trustee when he was unrealistically high, clared bankrupt in 2013. sufficient care when mak- After the commis- vest the £5 million and was personally interested or to the potential for The interim man- ing the decisions to invest sion contacted the Finan- to decide whether any of and conflicted,” the report fraud.” ager also encouraged the £5 million of the char- cial Services Authority to the trustees should be held states. After the church en- church’s current trust- ity’s funds through the verify the trustee’s status personally liable. “The interim manag- tered into an Individual ees to bring a legal claim ex-trustee’s investment as a trader, it found that The interim manager er found that insufficient voluntary agreement with against the trustees who scheme. They did not the trustee in question found that the trustees did consideration was given the ex-trustee in hopes he decided to invest the mon- follow all the principles was not, nor had he ever not do enough to inves- by the decision-making could pay back the money ey. expected of trustees to been, licensed to “carry tigate whether or not the trustees as to whether the lost, the ex-trustee filed for ensure they comply with on regulated activities in a rate of return they were guaranteed rate of return bankruptcy and was de- Source: The Sun

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