Malala Yousafzai and Kailash Satyarthi receive Nobel award in Oslo.

Malala Yousafzai, the Pakistani girl-education advocate was today presented with the 2014 Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, Norway. The teenage girl who survived an assassination attempt by the Taliban in 2012, has been celebrated around the world for her advocacy on education for girls. Ms Yousafzai the youngest person ever to win the Peace prize, was awarded for her ability to promote and protect girls' right to education. She share the Prize with Indian child's rights campaigner Kailash Satyarthi.
  
Malala, 17-year-old, was accompanied by several teenage girls from Pakistan, Nigeria, and Syria to Oslo. She acknowledged their presence during her speech today, In her words; "I tell my story not because it is unique but because it is not. It is the story of many girls. Today, I tell their stories too. I have brought with me some of my sisters from Pakistan, from Nigeria, and from Syria who share this story... This award is not just for me. It is for those forgotten children who want education. It is for those frightened children who want peace. It is for those voiceless children who want change. I am here to stand up for their rights, to raise their voice. It is not time to pity them."
Good girl!

Today's Wise Words

"Don't wait to be PERFECT to start making an impact! Even dirty water extinguishes a fire" - Olajumoke Adenowo

“I don’t have dollars to give you but I will give my all to Nigeria” says Buhari

Nigerian Former Military Head of State and Presidential Aspirant candidate for a ticket on the platform of All Progressive Party, General Muhammadu Buhari in his message to delegates at the APC National Convention, where the party's Presidential candidate would be selected, has written a persuasive letter to the delegates, soliciting for their votes and understanding. 

In his letter to them, he wrote; "I have always served Nigeria to the best of my ability. I have always tried to give more to the nation than it has given me. This is the principle of service that has guided my public life. Thus, I am not a rich person. I can’t give you a pocketful of dollars or naira to purchase your support. Even if I could, I would not do so. The fate of this nation is not up for sale."

Lets look forward to the outcome of the convention.

Shooves??

Okay..So what do we call this pair?

The Royals at Sept 11 Memorial to Pay Respect

Prince William and Wife at the reflecting pool

On Tuesday, Prince William and his wife Duchess of Cambridge were on the last of their third day visit in New York at the National September 11 Memorial and Museum to place a bouquet of flower across the names of the victims.
In the note attached to the bouquet reads ;“In sorrowful memory of those who died on 11th September,”..." “and in admiration of the courage shown to rebuild.” and signed "William and Catherine"

Photo Credit -TelegraphUK

Today's Wise Words.

"Focus is key ,you can not climb two trees at the same time because you have two legs" - Olajumoke Adenowo

Apple Inc. at it again

Apple Inc., the US IT giant and maker of the iPhone brand has recently scored another first in corporate world by being the most valuable business in the world, after the company was valued at $700bn recently.

The release of iPhone 6 and iPhone 6 Plus has played a huge part in the success with the company's share stock experiencing about 60% in value after the products release. In it's third quarter, Apple made a record sale of 39.3million iPhones and has also projected Christmas quarter sale that would dwarf year 2010 sale.

By becoming the world's largest company, Apple has now put global oil giant Exxon Mobil in the second position with a worth of about $405bn. Other technological giants including Microsoft and Google are also in the trail of Apple's success.

One Year After Mandela

Its a year after Nelson Mandela's demise. How has it affected the leadership of Africa?..Have we been able to find someone who would fit into a similar shoe for Africa?..Does his stand resonates around any other current African leader?

Just a food for thought!

Today's Wise Saying

"Living in ignorance is worse than living in the dark"- A Hausa saying

Pharell Williams gets a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame

The happy man Pharrell Williams has added more smiles to peoples faces when he was honoured with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame on Thursday. The singer-songwriter,record producer and rapper had his family with him and also listen to his friend ,Ellen DeGeneres make a speech.

The 41 year-old warmed his way into many hearts with his 'Happy' song, going viral in many versions, languages and dance styles all over the world.

Charges dropped against Uhuru

It is 'Uhuru' for the Kenyan President Uhuru Kenyatta, as the International Criminal Court (ICC) have dropped charges against him. The ICC in the Hague on Friday announced that its chief prosecutor has dropped the crime against humanity charges leveled against the President for inciting post election violence in 2008. According to the court, “The evidence has not improved to such an extent that Mr. Kenyatta’s responsibility can be proved beyond a reasonable doubt,”.

Oh Uhuru!.

A Nigerian doctor missing in Texas

This 25 year old beautiful doctor was last seen in the southwest part of Houston,Texas on the 30th of November 30,2014. 
We hope she is found safe and alive...Praying for her worried family and friends.

Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie

 That's her...I remember passing her book 'Purple Hibiscus' round to lots of my colleagues for a good read..I still see her with that excitement anytime I see her. Another picture after the cut...

Today's Wise Words

"The purest spring is not so free from mud"-Shakespeare

Dangote named as Forbes Africa Person of the Year 2014

Akinwumi Adesina,Forbes Africa Person of the Year 2013 and Aliko Dangote,Forbes Africa Person of the Year 2014

Aliko Dangote was on Thursday named the Forbes Africa Person of the Year 2014. The Nigerian billionaire was honoured at the event ceremony held in Nairobi,Kenya.
With businesses sweeping across the continent, Dangote emerged top in a strong list of other finalists for making impact in businesses and also a monumental difference in people's lives.

Among the finalists were Arunma Oteh, Director-General of Securities&Exchange Commission Nigeria, Donald Kaberuka, President of the African Development Bank, Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, a Nigerian author and Thuli Madonsela, South Africa's Public Protector. In selecting Dangote, the panel of judges noted “Aliko Dangote is a lion of Africa in terms of business. He is second to none when it comes to investing in Africa, not just Nigeria. He is also a capitalist with a big heart. He puts his money where his mouth is and his foundation is a step forward for a man who wants to make a difference on the continent,”

The Managing Director of Forbes Africa, Chris Bishop also said “For the fourth time I am honoured to celebrate the Forbes Africa Person of the Year. Every year we see tough competition and great debate in choosing winners of great import.”.

Congratulations to a giant of Africa.You have made us all proud.

Senator Aisha Jummai Alhassan emerges the First Female Gubernatorial Aspirant in Taraba State, Nigeria

Senator Aisha Jummai Alhassan has emerged the winner of the Taraba State APC Gubernatorial primary election. The trained lawyer was formerly the Taraba State Attorney General and former Chief Registrar of the High Court of the Federal Capital Territory.
Senator Alhassan emerged as the first female to win the gubernatorial ticket under the All Progressive Congress (APC) Party in Taraba State. Elected as a senator since 2011 representing Taraba North Senatorial District.

I have nothing but love for women in politics. Here's wishing her success in the main elections and more girl power to overcome any hurdle in the way!

Made in Nigeria Cars Unvield

The Nigerian Minister of Trade and Investment Olusegun Aganga has unveiled the first Nigerian made vehicle produced by Innoson Vehicle Company. At the presentation of the new cars, the minister reiterated that the company has singled out Nigeria and placed it in the car manufacturing list of countries around the world.

This is a fantastic initiative as I totally agree with the Minister. The job creation and development this idea would bring to the country is immeasurable. It would also pave ways for many young budding automobile designers to bring on board what they can offer the automobile world of exotic cars.

Today's Wise Words

"The sky is wide enough for birds to flock without colliding"- A Yoruba saying

 This is commonly said where healthy competition is encouraged..It is also said to encourage anyone not to feel disheartened when venturing into something new.

Kelly Rowland loses Mum.

Its a difficult time for Kelly Rowland as she loses mum just weeks after giving birth to her baby Titan. The singer's mum passed away after battling an undisclosed ailment. Although Kelly is yet to confirm this but close friends of her mum took to twitter to send condolences to Kelly and family.

Our heart goes out to you Kelly..Stay strong!!

Babies swapped at birth and their parents sue for £10 million

From left Sophie Serrano and Manon Serrano 

The families of babies born twenty years ago had no choice but to accept what came to them when their jaundiced newborn babies had to share an incubator in a maternity clinic in Cannes, France.

Sophie Serrano like the other mother, expressed her doubts when her baby Manon, returned from the incubator where she was next to baby Melanie, citing the difference in her baby's hair but eventually got sent home.
Ten years later as Mannon grew to be dark skinned, her father took a paternity test to put his doubts to rest, as she looked nothing like him. Investigations later arose where both parents discovered their daughter was biologically not theirs, leading to more discovery of the blunder that happened in the clinic where the babies were crisscrossed to different mothers.