I am Grateful

By Mudiame,

No! It’s not happening today. What time is it? I can’t be tried; I have got more work to do.

I started today with dreams and aspirations which I hoped to turn to my realities by the end of the day. But at this point I question my ability to finish the task at hand. Yes, I started my day with plans; taking stock now, it is obvious that my quest to please people took more of my time than actually pursuing my dreams. To say the truth, I am continuously unhappy about this. So much is expected of me, that many times, I just want to scream – I need my time! A society that expects so much from a girl child at home compounds my challenge. And when you have a temperament like mine…

Enjoy the Moment

By Mudiame

 

Recently, I have been wondering how to enjoy life. Did I see you smile? It’s a serious thing ooo!

As a young child I anticipated my future, I wanted so much to grow up so I could do more. As a growing teenager, I still had dreams and plans and constantly told myself how I would achieve more tomorrow. Before I knew it, so much time passed by, and I seem now not to have so much time for all my compounding ideas. This has created pressure, asides the above thought constantly being in my mind.

As I sat down today after making a sumptuous dinner of tastefully spiced Indomie for my parents, and Eba for my siblings and me, I realized that after all my hard work, no “thank you” was said. Every other day, this does not get to me, but today I would really have appreciated it, especially from my parents, because I had put so much in their dinner that I would have traded their food for mine. I accused my mum, and she graciously gave a generous portion of “thank you”. As I savored her words, enjoying every moment, I remembered that I have met people, and I have been one of such who ask others not to mention thanks for their acts or deeds.

The Grand Square Crush 2

By Promise Onisofe Francis

Hi people, can’t wait to give you the complete gist. Well, hope you all had a stress less week. So, back to the matter, as e dey hot, LOL.

Bankers can Laugh sha

Mc Jay is at it again with a comedy night out, tagged 'Bankers can Laugh sha'. Though we are not  sure if  the event is for bankers only - a question  already asked on Facebook, which is yet to be answered. The event is slated for Saturday.

Yesterday, Today and Tomorrow

By Zion Emmanuel Obeten
 

 Last weekend, I attended the launch of a book, with the above title, written by Miss Blessing Chidimma Jonathan, a lady born and bred in the ancient city of Kano.

Before the launch, I eagerly waited for the day to arrive, as I am a friend of the author, and I very much wanted to be part of her experience she so much wanted to share. According to her, the book is not intended just for monetary gains, but to impact positively on the lives of many, beginning from Kano and spreading all over the world.

Grand Square Crush

By Onisofe Promise Francis

I decided to go take ice cream and also get toiletries at Grand Square after a long day at work. The drive from the office was a long one due to rush hour traffic. On getting there, I got myself four scoop cream ice and settled down enjoy my treat in the well ventilated sit-out.

Africa’s Newest Billionaire

We, at Lumen are always excited about good news regarding the north.

 

Last month we informed you here that one of our own - Aliko Dangote,  was ranked amongst “The World’s Most Powerful People 2013" by Forbes. Today, we are glad to introduce you to, Africa’s Newest Billionaire; Abdulsamad Rabiu of BUA group - a 53 year old business mogul.

 

Kano Inernational Airport is back in Business

Its exciting to know that the International arm of Kano airport has resumed operations. Soonest, Team Lumen would be utilizing their service #WeCantShout. We found the report on Leadership

Afro-Centic Designs 2013

Although no Northern based designer was represented at the just concluded Lagos Fashion Design Week (LFDW), which is so sad, considering that the Kano based designer - Binta Shuaibu of Vintage Colette - won the first edition. No hurt feelings though, knowing that a Fashion Show is being organized in the North. Yes! You heard me right, and I am sure you are excited about this. Though I blogged about this a while ago, I promised to give the details.

The Fashion Show tagged Afro-Centic Designs 2013, is organized by Pearls Fashion Agency, and would take place in Katsina State. The details of the Show is as follows: