Do you celebrate Mother's day or are you one of those, like me, who do not subscribe to having one day in a year to celebrate mothers? Should we not be celebrating our mums everyday?
What does Mother's day mean to you and how do you celebrate it?
Sunday, 31 March 2019
Thursday, 28 March 2019
Sunday, 23 December 2018
You are not behind in life!
Friday, 23 November 2018
What say you my people? Can 'voluntary colonialism' stop migration from Africa to Europe?
I read this with great interest and want to look at it from several perspectives.
To build or not to build?
German minister to Africa has proposed that foreign powers acquire land in Africa to curb migration to Europe.
This will mean African countries leasing their land to a foreign body to "allow free development for 50 years", Mr Nooke said.
Without going into how insulting it is that the main purpose of this proposal is to stop Africans from migrating to Europe, I will focus on the possibility of this actually benefiting Africans. I do not know anyone who would prefer to leave their beloved land and go to another land if not for certain conditions like war and lack of economic opportunities. Africans love Africa and would stay if things were better.
In pursuant, who says that the only way to development is to modernise or follow the European way of development? It goes back to this imperialistic way of imposing a Westernised vision of development to Africans. What Africans need is investments, big multinational and transnational organisations to pay their taxes, stop repatriating profits and invest in the continent, good governance etc. We have the manpower, the brainpower, the human and material resources, the willpower and can build our own version of developed cities.
However, will this idea help millions out of poverty or will it lead to another type of colonialism and worryingly, apartheid? Will it actually exclude the poor or benefit only the rich and elite?
Many African countries are going through economic difficulties, conflict and bad governance and the people absolutely in despair. The number of those living in poverty has risen and for many, the only way out is to get out of the country. It was not long ago that the media showed devasting pictures of many Africans on their way to the Mediterranean sea being enslaved in Libya. For them, the way out is to head to Europe. The more I follow the news, the more I see despair and disappointment on the way things are in many African countries. A continent blessed with abundance but yet, the people suffer. There is war, famine, high rate of unemployment and devastation in many of the countries. Reports after reports show how depressing life has become for many. The case of Cameroun, Nigeria, Congo is heartbreaking. Countries rich in natural and human resources but yet poor. People want out of the suffering and will rather die in the Mediterranean sea than suffer in their country of origin, which should be their succour.
So my question is, who would benefit from this proposed cities, the West, the African elite or the masses?
Read more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-46017551
To build or not to build?
German minister to Africa has proposed that foreign powers acquire land in Africa to curb migration to Europe.
“The European Union, or a body like the World Bank, should build and run cities in Africa in order to boost job creation and development on the continent”
This will mean African countries leasing their land to a foreign body to "allow free development for 50 years", Mr Nooke said.
Without going into how insulting it is that the main purpose of this proposal is to stop Africans from migrating to Europe, I will focus on the possibility of this actually benefiting Africans. I do not know anyone who would prefer to leave their beloved land and go to another land if not for certain conditions like war and lack of economic opportunities. Africans love Africa and would stay if things were better.
In pursuant, who says that the only way to development is to modernise or follow the European way of development? It goes back to this imperialistic way of imposing a Westernised vision of development to Africans. What Africans need is investments, big multinational and transnational organisations to pay their taxes, stop repatriating profits and invest in the continent, good governance etc. We have the manpower, the brainpower, the human and material resources, the willpower and can build our own version of developed cities.
However, will this idea help millions out of poverty or will it lead to another type of colonialism and worryingly, apartheid? Will it actually exclude the poor or benefit only the rich and elite?
Many African countries are going through economic difficulties, conflict and bad governance and the people absolutely in despair. The number of those living in poverty has risen and for many, the only way out is to get out of the country. It was not long ago that the media showed devasting pictures of many Africans on their way to the Mediterranean sea being enslaved in Libya. For them, the way out is to head to Europe. The more I follow the news, the more I see despair and disappointment on the way things are in many African countries. A continent blessed with abundance but yet, the people suffer. There is war, famine, high rate of unemployment and devastation in many of the countries. Reports after reports show how depressing life has become for many. The case of Cameroun, Nigeria, Congo is heartbreaking. Countries rich in natural and human resources but yet poor. People want out of the suffering and will rather die in the Mediterranean sea than suffer in their country of origin, which should be their succour.
So my question is, who would benefit from this proposed cities, the West, the African elite or the masses?
Read more: https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/world-africa-46017551
Friday, 14 September 2018
Rest in peace Michael Obi Madubuko!
Today is the anniversary of my dad's departure from the living. He would have been 73!
I remember him saying before he died that he did not want us to forget him. Daddy, there is no way we will ever forget you. You live in us and we remember you and will always do! Continue to rest in peace!
Tuesday, 28 August 2018
Cold morning
I woke up this morning, looked outside and it was grey and cold. I had initially organised my outfit of the day- a dress but upon seeing and feeling how cold it is, I changed my outfit to a pair of trousers and a top. I am definitely going to miss the sunshine and the heat.
Thursday, 9 August 2018
From east London to the City: How door knocking changed this boy's life
This story just made my morning! It is always great to see a Black person thrive and succeed. There are so many barriers that impede Black people from entering the job market and securing a good job. What this couple has done for this young boy is just remarkable. Now, Reggie Nelson is giving back to his community. What a bright young man to think outside the box. In his case, it worked out for good.
Follow this link to watch.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/stories-45116403/from-east-london-to-the-city-how-door-knocking-changed-this-boy-s-life
Follow this link to watch.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/av/stories-45116403/from-east-london-to-the-city-how-door-knocking-changed-this-boy-s-life
Wednesday, 8 August 2018
Put yourself first!
When all those negative talks come crashing into your thoughts and you begin to shrink and talk down to yourself, how you are of no good, how nothing good comes to you, how everyone hates you, how you are a failure and how you want to end it all and give up, remember to shut that voice down!
No matter what has happened in your life, you are beautiful, you are worth loving, you are worth living, you are brilliant!
Sometimes, the most critical person we have around us is not the horrible manager, the office bully, the competitive man or woman around us. Sometimes, the person that does the most damage to yourself is you!
Learn to replace these horrible thoughts with positive ones. Learn to love yourself, learn to forgive yourself no matter how many times you fail, fall, lose control and want to give up.
You owe it to yourself to be happy and live in the fullness of life!
Good morning!
Monday, 2 July 2018
Thursday, 28 June 2018
Musing!
I am used to being excluded that it does not really bother me anymore being excluded or being the 'other'. Life has taught me a lot and I am used to people, usually insecure people, getting together in cliques and 'othering' those they see as competitors. When someone feels threatened by you, they get together with those with a similar predilection and begin to 'find faults' in all you do, even your breathing is scrutinised and manipulated as a 'cardinal sin'.
I am thinking of writing a book on surviving the brutal world of working as a black African woman.
I am thinking of writing a book on surviving the brutal world of working as a black African woman.
Sunday, 24 June 2018
It is well with my soul!
I love the words to the song, ‘it is well with my soul’. There are times when the soul is troubled and nothing makes any sense and life just does not seem worth living. I hold on to the words, ‘It is well with my soul’.
It is the only way to stay alive!
If you are going through a dark time now and surrounded by darkness, speak to your soul, 'It is well with you'. Do not give up now!
Listen: https://youtu.be/AHe_qmo3gX4
If you are going through a dark time now and surrounded by darkness, speak to your soul, 'It is well with you'. Do not give up now!
Listen: https://youtu.be/AHe_qmo3gX4
Friday, 22 June 2018
Go Nigeria!
Nigeria 2
Iceland 0
Last week, the pundits on ITV slew the Nigerian players. It felt like they had personal issues with the country and the players. I was so angry watching the match on ITV. Today, I watched the match on BBC. The pundits were so professional and analysed the match fairly. Nigeria played better today.
Moral of the story, in life, no matter how you try, some people will never have any positive thing to say about you. They will criticise, belittle, exclude and write you off. Your role is never to give up! Keep doing your thing and one day, you will win!
Wednesday, 20 June 2018
Saturday, 16 June 2018
Nigeria v Croatia
Croatia beat Nigeria 2-0. I am so disappointed! In fact, I am heartbroken! I shouldn't be watching football. I will need to take few days to heal!
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