tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-50128810019586834152024-03-14T11:06:41.574+01:00African ReviewsLet's also Read Africa by AfricansSodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-57635643296102431482021-11-16T21:56:00.004+01:002022-02-11T10:11:54.834+01:00Themes of Black Woman<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQRRBpWihwMbgIJr7N2_ZjHIOqr_SsFASF_NUfaH4_3pFxRowCWclNFuOfVTS4oX1GpkKVEtwT1WyDVxnYTNwjK40Yrm2G-_HlOio6YaVlk5bIAM7Asq5KNsccKtub__KkaYhfPWECz7c/s1250/black+woman+themes.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="themes of black woman" border="0" data-original-height="1250" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQRRBpWihwMbgIJr7N2_ZjHIOqr_SsFASF_NUfaH4_3pFxRowCWclNFuOfVTS4oX1GpkKVEtwT1WyDVxnYTNwjK40Yrm2G-_HlOio6YaVlk5bIAM7Asq5KNsccKtub__KkaYhfPWECz7c/w256-h320/black+woman+themes.jpg" width="256" /></a></div><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Themes are the issues expressed in a piece of literary
work. A few of the prominent themes in “Black Woman” are as follows.</span><div><b style="font-size: 18.6667px; text-indent: -24px;"><br /></b></div><div><b style="font-size: 18.6667px; text-indent: -24px;">Africa is beautiful</b><div><div><div><p><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; text-indent: -0.25in;">The main reason
why Sedar Senghor had to write the poem “Black Woman” was to challenge the
Whitemen’s view of the African people, especially the women. To the white,
there is nothing worthy of praise in an African woman. Therefore, to counter
this opinion, the poem describes the African woman as exceedingly beautiful. Using
rich imagery, the poet describes the beautiful skin colour, lovely shape, and
even as little detail as the gentleness of the hand was not left unmentioned.</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; text-indent: -0.25in;"><b>Africa is womanly</b></span></p><p><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; text-indent: -0.25in;">Beyond the
physical description of the beauty of the African women in the poem, Senghor tries
to paint a picture of the continent of Africa as a woman. Looking at it from
the lens of colonial rule, an experience that still tells on the psyche of an average
African woman today, Senghor sees Africa as a land that has been stripped naked
by the Whitemen through the exploitation of human and natural resources. By praising
the African land despite her abuse by the white men, the poet seems to believe
that Africa is unbreakable. Africa is “clothed with your colour which is life,
with your form/which is beauty!” Also, talking about the fruitfulness of the continent,
the poem reads that the land bears “firm-fleshed ripe fruit” from which African
wine “is brewed”. All of these are pointing to the fecundity of the African
continent and her amazing capability to withstand a calamity as huge as the slave
trade and colonialism.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><b>Black is beautiful</b> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Before Senghor,
the world had been silent on the subject of blackness. Everything that reigned
was white; on the other hand, every form of blackness was considered evil,
inferior and weak. For instance, many words in the poem were chosen carefully to
reflect the beauty of blackness. In the poem, the naked woman is said to be “clothed
with your colour which is life.” This is pointing to blackness as representing
life. And in another line, the black woman’s beauty is compared to that of an
eagle. When you know that the eagle as a bird epitomizes beauty, elegance, and value,
it is not far-fetched to say that the poem is idolizing, glorifying blackness,
being African.</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span></p><p><b style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Suggested: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2017/07/themes-of-elechi-amadis-concubine.html">Themes of Elechi Amadi's The Concubine</a></b><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"> </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><b>Fight against racism</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">The poem is
clearly an anti-racism campaign. The poet tries, in the poem, to prove that
blackness or being an African with black skin does not mean one is inferior. For
this, the poem is a protest against any act of racial injustice. In an attempt
to reset every negative description of the words “blackness” and “African”,
Senghor praises the African woman and describes her as one of the most
beautiful creations of God.</span></p><p><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; text-indent: -0.25in;"><b>Africa as a mother of the earth</b></span></p><p><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; text-indent: -0.25in;">Leopold
Sedar Senghor’s “Black Woman” goes beyond mere physical endowments of the
woman, it also shows the African as a mother of other continents including
Europe. To buttress this, expressions such as the following can be cited: “In
your shadow I have grown up “, “under the shadow of your hair, my care is lightened
by/the neighbouring sons of your eyes.” In the above lines, the black woman is
said to be kind, compassionate and welcoming, as mothers are.</span></p><p><b style="font-size: 14pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Read more great posts: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2021/11/black-woman-by-leopold-sedar-senghor.html">Black Woman by Leopold Sedar Senghor</a></b></p></div></div></div></div>Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-65260525857357629342021-11-14T12:39:00.000+01:002021-11-14T12:39:02.031+01:00Black Woman by Léopold Sédar Senghor<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyh8OMIW-hewc71mfiVLPVwrs8xTpc3uhFV3QvcdmIcN8dklik-XHz6ivMwWlYLnAr2IgEGoh0T5_Hxllby-nu82kOZ0xLVGDPbBkgov37bfsyoctH2zMZGh0V2UK5Ks_lGWFiv3uQ3uI/s1124/Black_woman_AR.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Black woman by leopold sedar senghor" border="0" data-original-height="1124" data-original-width="894" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyh8OMIW-hewc71mfiVLPVwrs8xTpc3uhFV3QvcdmIcN8dklik-XHz6ivMwWlYLnAr2IgEGoh0T5_Hxllby-nu82kOZ0xLVGDPbBkgov37bfsyoctH2zMZGh0V2UK5Ks_lGWFiv3uQ3uI/w255-h320/Black_woman_AR.jpg" width="255" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><span style="font-size: 14pt;">“Black Woman” is an interesting poem that extols the
beauty of African women</span><span style="font-size: 14pt;">. But beyond the description of the physical
properties of the black woman, the poem is about the beauty of the African
continent.</span><p></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">During the period it was written, there was
practically no poem that confidently eulogised the black beauty. All works of
literature at the time were mostly about the white people and their “wonders”. This
is not surprising because of the influence of colonialism on the blacks, who
were taught to see everything about the White as superior.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><b>Suggested: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2016/06/analysis-of-dining-table-by-gbanabom-hallowell.html">Analysis of "The Dining Table" by Gbanabom Hallowell</a></b></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Therefore, as a form of response to white writers or
poets painting very attractive pictures of the white woman in most of their
literature, Leopold Sedar Senghor, having been influenced by </span><span style="color: #333333; font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-bidi-theme-font: minor-latin;">Aimé Césaire</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">
Negritude, wrote the poem, “Black Woman” to show that the black woman is as (if
not more than) beautiful. <o:p></o:p></span></p>
<p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">In terms of setting, the poem centers around the
African people, of course, since it is describing the African woman. Though the
poem talks about the beauty of the African woman, the scope is not restricted
to African women on the African continent alone, it reflects the exceptional beauty
of the African woman wherever they may be. </span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14.0pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><b>Read more great posts: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2016/06/themes-of-ambush.html">Themes of Ambush</a></b> <o:p></o:p></span></p>Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-44312876501285853552021-10-30T07:50:00.005+01:002022-02-12T14:42:38.999+01:00NECO Results Released with 878,925 Credits in Maths And English<p class="MsoNormal"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMOoHW2irabi5Kfe_mHEwJQwbHpeX4E0IZp8K2jQxznCct2Yw4hDZeyBPOnbRCkqv0Ka6VM6utNYRLGdw_SMoZt3HAT96pN0Lk2ws3NYVRmHz-aDzQ2KnxN0VPyYpGiTsRYpNrzJRAnWs/s500/NEco+results.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Neco Results released" border="0" data-original-height="269" data-original-width="500" height="172" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMOoHW2irabi5Kfe_mHEwJQwbHpeX4E0IZp8K2jQxznCct2Yw4hDZeyBPOnbRCkqv0Ka6VM6utNYRLGdw_SMoZt3HAT96pN0Lk2ws3NYVRmHz-aDzQ2KnxN0VPyYpGiTsRYpNrzJRAnWs/w320-h172/NEco+results.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: 12pt;">The National
Examination Council (NECO) has released the Senior Secondary Certificate
Examinations (SSCE) (internal) with a total of 878,935 candidates scoring credits
and above including Mathematics and English Language.</span><p></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">This represents
71.64 per cent pass rate and when compared with the 2020 SSCE figure of 894,101
representing 73.89 per cent, there was a decrease of 2.25 per cent. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Announcing the
release of the results, the Register and Chief Executive of NECO, Professor
Dantani Ibrahim Wushishi, said a total of 1,233,631 candidates registered while
1,226,796 actually sat for the examination.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">He explained
that candidates who made five credits and above irrespective of English
Language and Mathematics were 1,226,796 representing 94.04 per cent.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b>Suggested: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2020/02/neco-releases-2019-novemberdecember-ssce-result.html">NECO Releases 2019 November/December Results</a></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Also, when
compared with the 2020 SSCE figure of 1,112,041 representing 91.91 per cent,
there was an increase of 2.13 per cent.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">He however
noted that a total of 20,003 candidates were involved in various examination
malpractices, representing 1.63 per cent, compared to 33,470 representing 2.61
per cent cases recorded in 2020.<o:p></o:p></span></p><p>
</p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">He attributed
the delay in the release of the results of both internal and external
candidates to challenges facing the council. <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">source: <a href="https://tribuneonlineng.com/878925-candidates-get-credits-in-english-mathematics-as-neco-releases-ssce-results/amp/">https://tribuneonlineng.com/878925-candidates-get-credits-in-english-mathematics-as-neco-releases-ssce-results/amp/</a></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b>Other Great Posts</b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2020/02/literature-texts-syllabus-for-waec-wassce-2021-2025.html" target="_blank">Literature Texts/Syllabus for WAEC/WASSCE 2021-2025 </a></b></span></p><p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2020/01/utme-jamb-subject-combination-accounting.html" target="_blank">JAMB UTME Subject Combination for Accounting</a></b></span></p>Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-62060710949687858992020-03-27T10:00:00.003+01:002022-03-10T23:23:53.372+01:005 Hot Business Ideas You Can Tap Into Before You Get Your Dream Job<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13pt;">You’re a fresh graduate, just out of the school
system probably awaiting National Youth Service Corps or you’re already in the
labour market, patiently waiting. Don’t despair as there abound several </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13pt;"><a href="https://thenigerianweb.com/23-small-business-opportunities-in-nigeria-2020/" target="_blank">business opportunitie<b>s</b></a></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13pt;"> you can benefit from. All you need to do is open your
eyes to the realisation that you’re no longer in the academic environment, a
school system that is always almost unrealistic compared to the hustling and
bustling nature of the real world, a stunning world where a countless number of
graduates roam the streets in search of the few available jobs. Now isn’t that
scary?</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Don’t worry as I’m not here to scare you; I’m only
here to let you see the need to buckle down in order to get yourself prepared
for the challenges at hand.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/10/online-resources-college-students.html">Suggested: 13 Highly Powerful Online Resources for College Students</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">It’s no longer news (except you’re living in a land
of fantasy) that being a graduate in Nigeria is like being just the other guy
looking for any kind of job. Well, however, exaggerated this seems, it is the
reality. Every year, the Nigerian university systems churn out thousands of
graduates with a gloomy labour market with its attendant hostility, waiting to
reluctantly receive them. But of course, there are few exceptional cases whereby
graduates plan ahead to challenge the labour market by equipping themselves
with the necessary job skills so that by the time they’re graduating, they
will have been very much ready to scale through the hurdles of the alarming
rate of unemployment in the country. But sadly, only a few graduates are prepared
for their post-school life.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">But that, seriously, isn’t the main thrust of this
post. My focus here is to lighten up your hope, that despite all these
challenges, you can still survive and come out even stronger than you least
imagine. It all depends on three key elements: patience, persistence and
positivity. Are you patient? Will you be persistent and positive no matter
what?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;">The Five Business Ideas You Can
Benefit From<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Meantime, while job-hunting, there are five things
you can do that could help close the gap between your unemployed state and
productivity. These five things will go a long way in sustaining you for a
while, before you get your dream job – that’s if you would still be looking for
a job after tasting the freedom of entrepreneurship.</span></div>
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Marketing</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Information marketing also called internet business,
is one of the ways a graduate could earn a living while still job-hunting. It
is an online business for which you need a domain name or a free blog to start.
If there is a particular skill you acquired during your undergraduate days,
this is the best platform to put it to use. For, to be frank, blogging or information
marketing only works for a person who has set out to solve people’s problems or
provide things people need. Once you can render services often required by
people such as tech tips, fashion tips, culinary skills tips, even blogging tips
etc., and can package the information in an ebook, you should thrive well as an
information marketer. Read </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><a href="http://webincomeplus.com/how-to-make-money-writing-and-selling-ebooks-in-nigeria/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">this article</span></a></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> to know more
about how you can earn from information marketing. </span></div>
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<span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><b>2</b>. <b>Freelancing </b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">This is one of the best ways to earn a side income.
Many people in various fields, students, journalists and graphic artists are
reaping the goldmine of freelancing. Can you do it? Yes, of course. Well, it’s
simple: if you’re passionate about writing, editing and proofreading, web
designing, graphics or possess other relevant skills that you think people
could benefit from, then you’re good to go. This is what freelancing entails;
people pay you online in exchange for a service rendered in trust. It’s a
tested and confirmed ways people are making money today. I am. You too can. To
explore this lucrative outlet, go to </span><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><a href="http://fiver.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Fiverr.com</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, </span><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><a href="http://www.upwork.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Upwork.com</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">, and </span><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><a href="http://www.freelancer.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Freelancer.com</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">. Start earning today.</span></div>
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<span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><b>3.</b> <b>Private Teaching</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I’m not going to dwell much on this because it’s
popular. It’s also a means a fresh graduate can earn cool income as he looks
for a job. To get private coaching isn’t difficult, is it? All you need is a
little bit of boldness and networking. Exploiting one’s contacts to the best of
advantage has been a most recurring issue when it comes to getting a job.
Rather than sit idly at home wallowing in unnecessary lamentation and
complaints about the failure of the government to provide jobs, go out there and
meet with the right people who know someone who knows someone who in turn knows
someone whose little son or daughter is in need of a private/home tutor. By
extension, you may as well explore many tutorial centres around you and apply
as a part-time tutor. Half a loaf is better than no bread. To earn through this
platform, go to </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><a href="http://www.prepclass.com.ng/tutorform/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">prepclass.com.ng</span></a></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">.</span></div>
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<span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><b>4.</b> <b>Estate Agent/Laundry Manager</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">I know this sounds somewhat awkward to some
graduates! Yeah. It sure does. But of course, I wouldn’t have included it in
this list if it isn’t already working for many graduates – yes, graduates like you.
In most cases, you’re assigned an intermediary role where you get to liaise
with people looking for houses to rent, to lease or even to purchase, depending
on how deep you want to go into this business. I tell you, it’s profitable both
financially and self-developmentally. During the cause of meeting with clients, you’re presented with the opportunity of enhancing your oral communication and
interpersonal skills, both of which are most almost indispensable, employable
qualities. And of course, some graduates are doing pretty well with the laundry
business as well. We’ve heard success stories of graduates who put a stop to
their seemingly never-ending job search, having realised a veritable financial
potential in the laundry business. That I included this also in the list is an
indication of its genuineness. Trust me. I’ve heard of a guy, a BSc graduate, who
now runs a big laundry enterprise with about five members of staff on his
payroll. Isn’t that fantastic? </span></div>
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<span style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><b>5.</b> <b>Volunteer
Job</b></span></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><a href="https://www.ng.undp.org/content/nigeria/en/home/about-us/unv.html" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">Volunteering</span></a></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"> for organisations within your vicinity is also one
of the very good ways of overcoming the few boring months one often spends as a
fresh graduate. A secretary is needed in your Islamic organisation in the
mosque, apply; a public relations officer in your church, why not go for it?
With the community development association in your area, volunteer as a
resource person or programme facilitator. I can assure you that with humility,
diligence plus a positive mindset, it won’t be long before someone links you up
with a bigger opportunity. In the process, you’re acquiring basic skills such
as communication and interpersonal, often needed in the corporate world. If you
wish to volunteer for organisations, check </span><b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><a href="http://impact-initiative.org/opportunities/volunteer/" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">impact-initiative</span></a></span></b><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">In all, you’re a fresh graduate which means that you
have zero job experience, still a newbie in the labour market. However, you
will be doing yourself a greater disservice if you believe jobs will fly at you
by merely waiting for it, believing only in your numerous job applications and
probably a few aptitude tests and interviews. But I bet you if you consider at
least one of the above-mentioned productive engagements amidst your job search,
you won’t only have equipped yourselves with some of the marketable skills
needed to excel in your forthcoming job, but will have also boosted your CV.</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman","serif"; font-size: 13pt; line-height: 150%;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">The </span><b style="font-family: "Times New Roman", serif; font-size: 12pt;"><i>Joys of Motherhood themes</i></b><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;"> are the issues discussed by Buchi Emecheta in the novel.
Through these issues, we might come to terms with our own reality and see for
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">From cultural beliefs to poverty, education, </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 16px;">religion</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;"> and marriage, Buchi Emecheta gives us a complete idea of what motherhood is to the African, from different perspectives: the old and new
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Explained below are the different <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Joys of Motherhood</i> themes that Buchi
Emecheta seems to pass across to us brilliantly in a way that will make us
understand ourselves and our world better. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Theme of Cultural Belief <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The novel, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Joys of Motherhood</i>, revolves around Nnu Ego, a young woman so deeply
rooted in the custom and tradition of her people, she wouldn't stop reminding
everyone who cares to listen how great her father is. In fact, her life
throughout the story shows a woman who doesn't want to let go of her old life for
the new one. Even the fact that she now lives in Lagos where a woman also has
to work and supports the family does not really bother her. Another interesting
aspect of this is the belief in chi, a personal god responsible for the
people's fate. When Nnu Ego consults the dibia, a herbalist regarding her
infertility, she is told her chi is responsible. Little wonder then that after
losing her first male child, she goes haywire. Emecheta lets us into her thinking thus:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">It would all soon be over, right
there under the deep water that ran below Carter Bridge. Then she would be able
to seek out and meet her chi, her personal god, and she would ask her why she
had punished her so. She knew her chi was a woman, not just because to her way
of thinking only a woman would be so thorough in punishing another. Apart from
that, had she not been told many times at home in Ibuza that her chi was an
slave woman who had been forced to die with her mistress when the latter was
being buried? So the slave woman was making sure that Nnu Ego's own life was a
catalogue of disasters. (p. 9)</span></div>
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reincarnation in the novel. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><b>Suggested: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2020/03/the-joys-of-motherhood-by-buchi-emecheta.html">The Joys of Motherhood by Buchi Emecheta: A Plot Analysis</a> </b></span></div>
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Theme of Poverty <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">As one of the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Joys of Motherhood themes</i></b>,
Emecheta seems to drive home a point that life in a rural area is more
prosperous than in the city. Even Nnu Ego won't stop making reference
to this whenever Nnaife, her husband, can't live up to his expectations. Apart
from that, is it not ironical that a poor Nnaife who slaves for a white master
as a laundryman could take on more than one wife? Even more interesting is an
idea that sometimes poverty is self-inflicted. For instance, had Nnaife been
reasonable with spending the money he makes each time, life could have been a
little easier on them. And when we talk of poverty in the novel, we cannot but
make reference to the very touching scene of Oshia’s illness. The boy looks so
thin Nnu Ego fears he is going to die until Iyawo Itsekiri, her neighbour comes
to their rescue. Meanwhile, Nnu Ego had earlier believed the boy was suffering from fever,
but Iyawo Itsekiri’s diagnosis soon proves her wrong after giving her a plate of
porridge to feed him. It turns out the poor boy is actually suffering from malnutrition. Here’s
how Emecheta </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 16px;">aptly </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">puts it:</span></div>
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Itsekiri’s fears proved quite unfounded. Oshia did not wait to be invited. He
crawled from the mat on which he was lying, and at his efforts to reach the
bowl of porridge his mother wept – he was like a moving carcass. But he refused
her help, and reached the wooden tray just as Iyawo brought in the spoons. All
of them, with the exception of the baby who was peacefully sleeping on the bed,
pounced on the stew. Nnu Ego swore that she had never tasted anything so tasty. (p. 105)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Of all the themes in the novel, this
appears the most emphatically established. The essence of getting an education is
so drummed into our ears as if it is the magic wand to instant success. Well, when
we consider that the story is set in a pre-independence Nigeria, we cannot
ignore the significant role of education, most especially one earned outside of
the country, in nation-building. So apart from being very proud of his son
Oshia for doing well in school and their unrealistic expectations from him when
he completes Standard Six, his going abroad on a scholarship for further
education makes Nnu Ego and Nnaife superheroes in spite of their
disappointment. But the question really is, could the Owulums have misprioritised
their reasons for sending their sons to school? Also, when after all the
sacrifices made to pave the way for the boys to be educated, all Nnaife could
ever get in return is Oshia’s rudeness, we are faced with yet another question about the freedom that comes with being educated. Even Nnu Ego only gets to enjoy the
dividend of her sons’ education posthumously through a fanciful burial. Could
this be a way to tell us to not think of education as an investment that needs
to instantly yield returns? Or to put in it another way, how much of education is
worth the sacrifice for it? Similarly, it is touching that Nnu Ego has to seek
Mama Abby’s help each time she needs to visit the post office or the army
barracks. With this, education really is light.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Nigeria, nay Africa, religion is everything – it is hope, it is a community, it
is opportunities, it is also a lifestyle. In Buchi Emecheta’s <i>The Joys of
Motherhood</i>, it is all of these and more to different characters in the story. To
Nnu Ego religion is a belief system, it is custom and tradition that must be
adhered to. Despite her living in Lagos where people would rather bother
themselves on how to make ends meet Nnu Ego still believes her chi is
responsible for all her woes. For Nnaife however, even though he lives in the
city and has really not left everything tradition, he really has less time for church-going. Even being a Christian won’t stop him from inheriting his late brother’s
four wives though he knows his new religion doesn’t accept polygamy. How about
the dibia Nnu Ego runs to for help for protection of Oshia from anyone who
might want to harm him out of jealousy and for Nnaife against the ghost-playing-the-guitar
story which Adim later finds laughable? Obviously, to that dibia, religion puts
food on his table as sacrifices will have to be made with food items and some
money. To further establish the state of religion among many Nigerian city
dwellers, Emecheta's use of the story of Nnaife going to the church to offer a
bribe to one of the pastors who has promised to help him find a job is a
pointer to the fact that most people commit to a religion for the material
gains they derive from it. After all, people attend church or mosque activities
with the hope they might have the rare opportunity to network with the rich and
the influential in society. So as one of Buchi Emecheta’s The <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Joys of Motherhood themes</i>, this is pointing
to the notion of religion by the African. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt;">The
issue of marriage is archetypal in African Literature. You hardly read a truly
African novel without one. From <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2017/04/biography-of-mariama-ba.html"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mariama
Ba’s</span></a> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">So Long a Letter</i>, <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2012/05/marriage-in-african-context-ama-ata.html"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Ama
Ata Aidoo’s <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Anowa</i></span></a> to
Chinua Achebe’s <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Things_Fall_Apart"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Things Fall Apart</span></a></i>
and <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2017/07/themes-of-elechi-amadis-concubine.html"><span style="mso-ascii-font-family: "Times New Roman"; mso-hansi-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Elechi
Amadi’s <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Concubine</i></span></a> this
is a recurrent issue<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">.</i> This is
probably because marriage in Africa presents a unique perspective that sets the
tone for a highly resourceful idea about an ideal situation. Of course, the
ideal situation is that a marriage should be mutually beneficial to both the
husband and the wife. But in an African setting – in this case, a Nigerian
setting – marriage means social approval; it means long term servitude and sacrifice.
In Africa, an infertile woman is often mocked, molested and abandoned. In short,
having children (even in poverty) is an achievement and approval of a social
standard. It is this Nnu Ego demonstrates throughout the story. Had she not cared
much about what people would say and how scornful she would look in the eyes of
the people if she has just one child, she could have subscribed to the idea of
family planning and probably could have escaped the abject poverty that they swim
in. But due to societal judgment of her, she sees herself a failure when she
loses Ngozi, her first male child, and therefore attempts to commit suicide. Even
much more interesting is the commodification of childbearing. To an average
African, the more children you have, the richer you will be. This is why to
Nnaife, his male children, Oshia and Adim are an investment he is waiting to
cash on when the time is ripe. Isn’t that the reason he gets mad at Oshia when
the latter decides to further his education rather than stop at Standard Six to
take over the financial responsibilities in the home? Not to mention his
impatience to marry off the twins – Taiwo and Kehinde – so that at least he
could reap the fruit of his labour through their bride price. As one of the <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">Joys
of Motherhood</i> <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">themes</i></b>, marriage
is presented as an institution where childbearing is the ultimate achievement
of the wife whether she is happy or not. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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all, Buchi Emecheta is one of Africa’s finest writers and her treatment of some
of Nigeria’s prominent issues in <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Joys
of Motherhood</i> is not only artistically powerful but also didactically
relevant. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The story opens
with Nnu Ego running like a madwoman to commit suicide in the Lagos Lagoon.
Emecheta tells us: “She would soon be there, she told herself. It would all
soon be over, right there under the deep water that ran below Carter Bridge.
Then she would be able to seek out and meet her chi, her personal god, and she
would ask her why she had punished her so.”</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">But before Nnu
Ego ends her misery, we are led into how she arrived at that decision in the
first place. Her parents, Nwokocha Agbadi and Ona Ummuna, had given birth to Nnu
Ego in a most controversial manner. Ona and Agbadi had become husband and wife
to the disapproval of Obi Ummuna, Ona’s father, who had no problem with his daughter having a child by the arrogant Agbadi. But the idea of his only daughter
being a wife to another man was condemned by him even till death.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">To worsen the situation, Ona’s daughter from the affair,<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>named Nnu Ego “twenty bags of cowries” by Agbadi, is said to come with
misfortune struck her by the former slave to Agbadi’s first wife, who was
violently made to die with her mistress as custom demanded. For this singular
act, Nnu Ego would be treated with disdain; and her barrenness after marrying
Amatokwu, who later abandoned her is also attributed to that unfortunate situation. To salvage the little pride
in his name, the proud Agbadi has to marry Nnu Ego off to Nnaife Owulum, a man he
knows little about, though his family in the village appears familiar. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">After trying her best to accept her new husband who
slaves for the white masters in Lagos as a washerman, Nnu Ego is comforted with
the birth of her first child, a boy named Ngozi. But a few weeks later, that joy of
motherhood is shortlived when she finds the child dead by her store. To the
young woman, whose main aim of marrying Nnaife is to bear children, she has become a
failure again. Overwhelmed by the loss, she attempts suicide at the Lagos
Lagoon only to be rescued by people plying the route early in the morning before
Nwakusor recognizes and takes her home. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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servants are returning to England because a war has just started and Dr. Meer
will be fighting against the Germans. It is the Second World War. This news shatters the household of Nnaife. The master’s
departure brings untold hardship to the family as finding another job becomes very
difficult at the time. At first, Nnaife wants to wait for Dr Meers’
replacement, but it never happens, and months and months rolled by yet Nnaife is
still without a job.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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dashes out angrily in search of a job, any job. Not without a scary note of
warning though. He says:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">“I’m not coming back until I find a job, and if I don’t
find a job, I will join the army. So if you don’t see me again; then I am dead.
And, believe me, my chi will never give you or your godforsaken father any
peace. I swear!”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Luckily, Nnaife gets a job on the ship sailing to
Fernando Po, leaving his wife and two children to abject poverty. But his return
a year after soon brings respite as he comes with some money and a few items. Not long after his return, the family is back to square one,
as Nnaife doesn’t hesitate to lavish and squander the money on alcohol and merriment.
He even gets himself a new wife, Adaku, an inheritance from his elder brother’s
death. As custom demands, his brother’s wives become his. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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more mouths to feed, Nnaife searches for and finds a new job as a grass cutter
at the Railway Corporation. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>One evening,
just finishing from work and heading home, he is among many young men rounded up by the army. Thus, Nnaife finds himself enlisted in the army to
fight against an unknown enemy in a war he knows nothing about.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Though fighting in the war is a risky adventure, he
still prefers it to the life he will be leaving behind, especially knowing that
his family would be taken care of. As a responsible man, he asks that some of the money be sent home to his family for their upkeep. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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pay him her last respect. But Adaku is left at home with her daughter. By the time
Nnu Ego returns after her father’s burial, Adaku has broken even with her
trading from her own share of Nnaife’s generosity. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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she has also decided to live separately as a single parent. Nnu Ego can't hide
her jealousy of the new wife. Now that her own means of livelihood has been
taken away by neighbours who had taken advantage of her absence to engage in
the kind of business she was selling before leaving, she begins to device a means
of survival. She decides to save more and spend less. And to complement the
little money left with them, the children too have to raise money for the
household by hawking different wares. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">And when Nnaife
returns, things brighten up a little in the house. The children have all
grown up and Oshia and Odim are doing well at school. But after spending senselessly his entitlement
and paying Oshia's school fees, he expects so much from them in return. So when
Oshia finishes Standard Six and is planning to further his education rather
than work to support the family, Nnaife loses his cool. He becomes so frustrated
and disappointed in his children that he turns impetuous at every opportunity. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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days when Nnaife is not in a good mood, he vets out his anger on Kehinde, one
of his daughters, who had rejected his offer of a suitor, saying she wants to marry Ladipo, a Muslim Yoruba guy and a butcher. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Kehinde missing, he guesses she must be at Ladipo’s place. So without thinking,
he picks up a cutlass and heads for the butcher’s house, brandishing the deadly
weapon. In a fit of rage, he nearly chops off the hand of one the men in the
house whom he has mistaken for Kehinde’s lover. For this, Nnaife gets six years in jail.
But he is soon released a broken man, through a plea from some influential
people. Meanwhile, Taiwo is married and Kehinde is already pregnant for Ladipo.
Nnu Ego returns to the village where she lives and dies lonely, like a woman
without children. Sadly, her death is the most celebrated in the entire village,
as Oshia and Adim prove to the people how much they love their mother. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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you</span></em><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">”?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">In this beautiful story, <i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;">The Joys of Motherhood</i>, by Buchi Emecheta, we’ve seen the reality –
that the daunting task of motherhood is endless and most times selfless. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Did you know that the new literature-in-English texts
or syllabus for WAEC/WASSCE 2021- 2025 is out? Yes, the reading texts for poems,
plays and novels you will need for the academic sessions that will span 2021
till 2025 has been released by WAEC.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">As we are still in 2020, the new literature texts for
WAEC takes effect next year 2021. This means that if you’re a teacher, you can
start teaching students in SSS1 and SSS2 the new texts. As for the SS3 students,
they will still be taught using the 2016-2020 syllabus as it expires this year.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Texts For WAEC/WASSCE 2021 – 2025<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Drama Text
for contextual questions in the Objective<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<i style="mso-bidi-font-style: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">A Midsummer
Night’s Dream</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> by William Shakespeare <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">African
Poetry</span></b></div>
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Senghor</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“The Leader and the Led” by Niyi
Osundare</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“The Green Lands” by Agostinho Neto</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“The Songs of the Woman of my Land”
by Oumar Farouk Sesay</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“Raider of the Treasure Trove” by Lade
Wosomu</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“A Government Driver On His
Retirement” by Onu Chibuike</span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Non-African Poetry</span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">“The Good-Morrow” by John Donne</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“The Journey of the Magi” by T.S.
Eliot</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“Do not Go Gentle into the Good Night”
by Dylan Thomas</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“Binsey Poplars (felled 1879)” by
G.M. Hopkins</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;">“Bat” by David H. Lawrence</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Suggested: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2020/02/neco-releases-2019-novemberdecember-ssce-result.html">Neco Releases 2019 November/December SSCE Result</a></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">African Prose</span></b></div>
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<i style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Second
Class Citizen</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"> by Buchi Emecheta </span></div>
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<i style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Unexpected
Joy at Dawn</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"> by Alex Agyei-Agyiri (2018 edition)</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Non-African
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<i style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Wuthering
Heights</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"> by Emily Bronte</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><i style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Invisible
Man</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"> by Ralph Ellison </span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">African Drama</span></b></div>
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<i style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Let
Me Die Alone</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"> by John K. Kargbo</span></div>
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Lion and the Jewel</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"> by Wole Soyinka</span></div>
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Back in Anger</span></i><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"> by John Osborne</span><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></div>
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by August Wilson</span></div>
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in Literature-in-English in WAEC/WASSCE <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Now that you have the full list of recommended texts needed
for the 2021-2025 WAEC/WASSCE literature, you should start preparing. And one
of the best ways to prepare hard for literature examinations is to read the
texts. Yes, reading the given texts goes a long way in your understanding of
the books. Also, when you read the texts, you will be able to analyse it very
well. It is a deeper understanding of the texts that will bring about a
brilliant analysis. It is after this exercise that an extra material probably
online becomes useful. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">In all, what is most important is not that you have
the list of the texts, what is most important is that you have begun to study
each of the given texts thoroughly ahead of your examinations. As you do this
and complement it with online materials, passing literature in flying colours
becomes achievable.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The
National Examination Council (NECO) has released the results of the 2019
November/December Senior School Certificate Examinations (SSCE).</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Mr
Abubakar Gana, Acting Registrar of the council, made this known in a statement
in Abuja on Thursday.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Gana
said that a total of 70,140 candidates registered for the examination, and
65,207 sat for English Language out of which 41,214, representing 63 per cent,
got either Distinction or Credit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Also,
Provide proof of revenue remittances, Reps tells CAC.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">He
added that 66,398 candidates sat for Mathematics, out of which 54,565,
representing 82.18 per cent, got either Distinction or Credit.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The
acting registrar said 33,576 candidates, representing 48.68 per cent, got five
Credits and above, including English Language and Mathematics.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“On
the other hand, 50,057 candidates, representing 72.57% got five Credits and
above, irrespective of English Language and Mathematics.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“A
comparative analysis of candidates who scored five Credits and above, including
English Language and Mathematics for 2018 and 2019 shows 62.48% for 2018 and
48.68% for 2019,” he stated.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The
acting registrar said that the figure represented a decrease of 13.8 per cent
in 2019.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“This
is coming exactly 49 days after the last paper was written. A total of 29
subjects were examined.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">“Like
we always point out, this is an examination conducted for external candidates
wishing to acquire the minimum requirements for admission into various tertiary
institutions,” he added.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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however, noted that not all candidates required Credit in either English
Language or Mathematics or both.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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candidates’ involvement in examination malpractice in 2019 as against 2018, he
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Want to know what the <b>JAMB UTME subject combination for Accounting</b> is? You've come to the right place.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">One of the most respected professions today is
Accounting. Studying Accounting at the university comes with a lot of benefits
and requires a lot of efforts. If you’re looking to study an Accounting course
at any university in Nigeria, it is important you know the subject combination
in JAMB UTME.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">In this article, we’ve explained for you the relevant
things you should know about the Accounting profession as well as the subject
combination you will take in JAMB UTME. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Accounting in Nigerian Universities<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">To study Accounting in any university in Nigeria,
private, state or federal, you need to have one thing – a knack for
calculation. Of course, you can’t tell me you want to be an Accountant yet
you’re afraid of Mathematics. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">While an Accounting course today has really gone beyond
studying Mathematics and getting a job that involves only sitting at a table
counting money, we cannot overlook the important role of a great mathematical
background for an Accounting undergraduate. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">How Nigerian
Students Should View an Accounting Course Today<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">In recent time, Accounting courses have been a hot cake
in the Nigerian labour market. Thanks to the internet and technological
advancement, more career opportunities are opening up for graduates of
Accounting. Think of the limitless career opportunities presented by
cryptocurrency, blockchain technology and so on. What this means is that studying
Accounting now requires more skills than never. So as a student planning to
study accounting in the higher institution, you should try to acquire as many
relevant skills as you can. This will help you scale through and will help you
have an edge over others especially considering the increasingly competitive
Nigerian labour market. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Combination for Accounting<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">As a four-year degree course, Accounting is a field with
an interesting subject combination. Of course, it is designed to meet the
requirements needed to be grounded in the profession. As an accountant, you
must be good at Mathematics (as said earlier) and have ideas of how the
nation’s economy works. Also, being able to communicate effectively is a
crucial requirement for an accountant.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">For this reason, students studying Accounting must be ready
to take the following subjects in their JAMB UTME (subject combination for Accounting): <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">English</span></li>
<li>Mathematics</li>
<li>Economics</li>
<li>Commerce or any other social science
subject</li>
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<li><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Must have five credit passes
including English Language, Mathematics, Economics and two other relevant subjects
at SSCE/NECO/O’level (For JAMB/UTME Candidates) </span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Must Two A’level passes from either Accounting,
Economics, Business Management, Government or Geography (For Direct Entry
Candidates)</span></li>
<li>Must have obtained a minimum of lower
credits from any accredited Nigerian higher institutions of learning in
relevant fields such as Economics, Finance, Business Administration, Marketing,
Statistics, Insurance or Psychology (For Diploma level, Ordinary National
Diploma (ND), Higher National Diploma)</li>
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Fields in Accounting Profession <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The Accounting profession is a broad one, so broad it
covers different other areas that many new students of Accounting might be
unaware of. As a student looking to study Accounting at the University, you
should be informed about some of the key areas that the Accounting field is further
divided into. Here are a few of them below:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Financial Accounting</span></li>
<li>Auditing</li>
<li>Management</li>
<li>Information systems</li>
<li>Taxations</li>
<li>Budget analysis</li>
<li>Business strategy</li>
<li>Professional standards and ethics</li>
<li>Risk management</li>
<li>Macro and microeconomics</li>
<li>Forensic accounting</li>
<li>Financial reporting</li>
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Opportunities for Graduates in Accounting <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">The Accounting course is a four-year programme that offers
a wide range of job opportunities to students after graduation. Here are some
of the notable career opportunities for an Accounting graduate:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">Chartered Accountant</span></li>
<li>Forensic Accountant<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "symbol"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: "times new roman"; font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span></li>
<li>Auditor</li>
<li>Stockbroker</li>
<li>Public Finance Expert</li>
<li>Tax Advisor</li>
<li>Management Accountant</li>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%; mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">In all, as a Nigerian student looking to take an
Accounting course in the forthcoming UTME, you should do more than just prepare
for the examination. You should do more research on the field of study you are
interested in. This article offers you the relevant information especially the <i>JAMB UTME subject combination for Accounting</i> you need to know to
study Accounting at any University in Nigeria. You should avail yourself of it.</span></div>
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Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-41421434496177621372019-12-05T16:56:00.002+01:002022-02-11T10:26:35.322+01:00A List of Undergraduate Scholarships For Nigerian Students 2020/2021<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Are you
searching for a complete list of undergraduate scholarships for Nigerian
students? Congrats! Here’s where you can find them. Several <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-10-scholarships-you-can-actually-win.html">scholarships
abound</a> for Nigerians as study aids and education funds.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Every year,
companies, notable corporate organisations and government institutions dish out
several scholarship opportunities to Nigerians. Some of these scholarships are
study aids to help students cope with study expenses while others are full
sponsorships covering accommodation, school fees in foreign schools. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Also, some of
these undergraduate scholarships for Nigerian students are either partial or
full sponsorships to <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-10-us-universities-with-best-study-abroad-programs.html">study
abroad</a> in any case, as a Nigerian undergraduate student, you shouldn’t let
this opportunity pass you by. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Below is a list of undergraduate scholarships for Nigerian students. Check out the ones you're eligible for and don't wait before applying -- unless you want to know the reason you should apply for a scholarship.<b> </b></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><a href="https://worldscholarshipforum.com/nigerian-agip-oil-company-naoc-undergraduate-scholarships-2017-2018/" target="_blank">Agip Oil Company Undergraduate Scholarships</a> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Are you a
Nigerian studying in any of the tertiary institutions in the country? Good news
to you. The Nigerian oil company, Agip, offers undergraduate scholarships for
Nigerian students as study aids. The programme which usually opens in March
every year is called Tertiary Institutions Scholarships Award Scheme and it is
usually in two categories. The first one is the Host Communities Merit Award
and the second one is the National Merit Award. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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time undergraduate student in any tertiary institution in Nigeria, you’re
eligible to apply for this scholarship offered by Addax Petroleum Development
Limited. This scholarship which usually opens in May is only for Nigerians
studying in all universities, polytechnics and colleges of education in Nigeria.
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><a href="https://worldscholarshipforum.com/list-of-american-university-nigeria-scholarships-undergraduate-students/" target="_blank">American University of Nigeria Scholarship</a> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The American University of Nigeria offers scholarships to Nigerian students in the
institution. The aim is to encourage scholarships among students who are
exceptional in their academic pursuits. With a partnership with their primary institution
in the United States, Tulane University, the American University of Nigeria supports
academic development all over the world. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Unlike the <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-10-us-universities-with-best-study-abroad-programs.html">other
scholarship opportunities</a>, the Agbami Scholarship program is not for all
students. As one of the undergraduate scholarships for Nigerian students, the Agbami
scholarship is only for Nigerians studying approved courses in universities
and other tertiary institutions in Nigeria. Called the Medical and Engineering
Professional Scholarship Programme, the scholarship’s deadline ends in February
and is a one-time monetary award to bright Nigerian students. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Nigerian student looking to apply for a scholarship, you should try out the
Chevron scholarship. As one of the undergraduate scholarships for Nigerian
students, it is recommended for Nigerian students studying approved courses in
Nigerian universities on a full-time level. The scholarship programme whose
deadline is usually in March covers the entire study programme. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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undergraduate student, you can actually study without any financial worry. If you
can seize the opportunity to apply for any of these scholarships, you can focus
on your studies assured that your financial burden has been lifted off your
sponsor’s shoulders. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Do you plan to <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-10-us-universities-with-best-study-abroad-programs.html">study
abroad</a>? You’ve probably been told that you might have to take the English
Language Tests. Yes, this is normally required by some schools as part of the criteria
for admission. But the problem is, you don’t know jack about any of these tests,
nor are you aware of where (and how much it costs) to write them.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">If this sounds
like you, be not worry. I’ve got you covered. Below are details about the costs
and purpose for some of the tests. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">1. TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language)<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">As the name
suggests, TOEFL is a standard test widely used to evaluate non-native speakers
who applied to English speaking universities abroad. The exam evaluates
students on oral as well as written English. It comes in the form of series of
questions on your ability to listen, speak, read and write. Each of these
aspects is thoroughly examined. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">To know which
schools abroad require TOEFL <a href="http://www.toeflgoanywhere.org/search-who-accepts-toefl" target="_blank">go here</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">The fee for
writing the test is around $160 to $250, depending on your country.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Institutions in
the US mostly request for this test from applicants. So, if you’re planning on applying
for a scholarship there, taking this exam is highly recommended. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">2. IELTS (International English Language Testing
System)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">The IELTS is one
of the popular systems adopted to test how proficient students are in using
English. This test seeks to see if students seeking admission abroad are
excellent at reading, listening, writing and speaking English. Over 9,000
organisations use this test to confirm people who truly are qualified for
specific tasks. University, schools, employers, immigration authorities and
others use it too to assess prospective employees. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">IETLS is an online test. To take this test, you're faced with someone who communicates with
you to test your conversational skill. This means the test is conducted in the
form of an interview. This comes in two forms: The <a href="https://www.ielts.org/about-the-test/two-types-of-ielts-test" target="_blank" title="https://www.ielts.org/about-the-test/two-types-of-ielts-test">IELTSGeneral Training and IELTS Academic.</a> You take the one suitable for you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Also, if you wish
to apply to study abroad via <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/top-10-scholarships-you-can-actually-win.html">scholarships</a>,
you might need to write this test. In countries such as Australia, Canada, UK,
the IELTS is usually required. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">3. GMAT (Graduate Management Admission Test) <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">GMAT is a
computer-based test, which mainly assesses students on their skills to solve
problems, reason logically, use business tactics and think critically. All
these are believed to be indispensable to ensure business boom and success. The
test will assist students to be admitted in graduate management programs and
business learning institutions.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">GMAT also tests students’
level of reasoning, oral communication and analytical writing. Exercises on
knowledge of geometry, arithmetic, statistics and algebra are given. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">A total sum of
US$250 is often required to take this test and it's valid for 5 years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Here is a list of <a href="http://www.mba.com/global/the-gmat-exam/about-the-gmat-exam/schools-value-the-gmat/gmat-accepting-programs.aspx" target="_blank" title="http://www.mba.com/global/the-gmat-exam/about-the-gmat-exam/schools-value-the-gmat/gmat-accepting-programs.aspx">countries whose universities require GMAT</a> for admission into any course of study. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">4. GRE (Graduate Record Examination)<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">GRE is a test used
to assess the academic performance of a student who plans for admission to a
graduate school. It tests students’ ability to reason, communicate orally,
think creatively and write analytically.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">As of May 2016,
the standard fee for the test is US$205 everywhere in the world except China
where it's a bit higher, at the sum of US$220.70. Note that if you need to make
changes during the course of registration, other service fee is incurred. See <a href="https://www.ets.org/gre/revised_general/about/fees/">here</a> for the
categories of these fees and other useful tools you'll need to excel in the
exam. GRE too is valid for five years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Suggested: <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/3-incredibly-simple-ways-to-win-scholarship.html">3 Incredibly Simple Ways to Win a Scholarship</a> <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">5. SAT (Scholastic Aptitude Test) <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">If you're about applying
for scholarships to study in the US, you might have to take the exam called
SAT. It’s a test for applicants who desire to study undergraduate courses at universities
and colleges in the US. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">It examines
students' level of intelligence to write, read fluently and solve mathematical
problems. The <a href="https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/fees" target="_blank" title="https://collegereadiness.collegeboard.org/sat/register/fees">Fees for SATregistration</a> vary based on your location and whether you're an
international applicant or not.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">6. LSAT (Law School Admission Test) <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Are you a law
student? Do you wish to apply abroad for a degree in Law? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">If yes, then you
might need to take the LSAT. With this test, your logical reasoning efficiency,
argumentative as well as analytical writing skills are assessed.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Here’s where to
get a detailed analysis of <a href="http://testprep.about.com/od/lsatfaq/a/LSAT_Cost.htm" target="_blank">the cost of the LSAT</a>. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Schools in
countries such as the United States, Australia and Canada often require the LSAT
before you’re given admission to study law in any of their colleges. LSAT is
valid for five years.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">The ACT is a test
established in the United States. It’s one of the requirements for admission into
undergraduate programs in the US and Canada. It tests students’ mathematical, reading
and scientific skills. You’re also assessed on your writing skills, though it’s
optional, depending on the school you applied to.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;"><a href="http://testprep.about.com/od/act/f/ACT_Cost.htm" target="_blank" title="http://testprep.about.com/od/act/f/ACT_Cost.htm">ACTS fees</a> would
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registration too.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">It can be
frustrating when after going through the requirements for a scholarship
opportunity, you realize you’ve got to write a test. Worst, you don’t know
anything about any of these English tests. Even though you’ve heard people talk
about it, you have no idea how and where to write it and how much it costs. Yet,
as a scholarship applicant, you should be conversant with several different
English Language tests out there, especially if you’re <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/reasons-you-should-apply-for-a-scholarship.html">applying
to study abroad on a scholarship</a>. This won’t only help you to plan well ahead,
but will also save you time and money spent on seeking information where there
is none. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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students who sacrificed time to apply will be randomly selected. And if you get
lucky, you could win the sum of $1000.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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University College, London, aims to support immigrants incapable of securing
student's loan to fund their education. UCL provides £500,000 for tuition plus
£10,750 for all students who seek asylum and could barely feed. <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2019/11/reasons-you-should-apply-for-a-scholarship.html">The scholarship</a> can
be renewed annually based on excellent and highly satisfactory grades. So if
you are a foreign student in need of aid, you should try this out.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""calibri" , "sans-serif"" lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Don't go too far in search of scholarships you
can actually win where Courage To Grow Scholarship offers you $500 if you're
interested. Want to know the requirements? You must be a high school or a
college student in the US. You must have at least a 2.5 GPA. Lastly, you will
submit an essay of 250 words which states explicitly why you should be
considered for the scholarship.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""calibri" , "sans-serif"" lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Here's another opportunity you can't afford to
lose. Scholarship Points is a $10 000 scholarship which requires nothing from
you than your citizenship. Do you reside in the United States or within
Columbia District? Also, you must be 13 years or older to apply. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""calibri" , "sans-serif"" lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The Young Scholars Scholarship is available to
undergraduate students under 30 years of age. To be eligible, you must be a US citizen with at least 3.0 GP. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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win. <span style="mso-ascii-font-family: Calibri; mso-hansi-font-family: Calibri;">Register on CollegeXpress</span> and
fill a response card to start an application. By May, a winner will emerge. To
be eligible, you need to attend one of CollegeXpress' member schools as a
newbie within a space of the scholarship term.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span face=""calibri" , "sans-serif"" lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">James "Rhio" O'Connor Memorial
Scholarship Fund opens opportunities to all college students. It's one of such
scholarships you can actually win. It's an essay scholarship inspired by James's
war against cancer, which he fought when doctors broke the ugly news that he
would die within a year. Discovering personal health routes to continue life,
he was able to outlive cancer 6 years after the news. In his honour, the United
States introduced a scholarship to graduates, undergraduates, and college
students to write a scholarship essay. The essay answers numerous questions on
ways to contend with cancer. It must be written in not less than 750 words and
at most 1500 words. 5 winners are chosen while 30 honourably acknowledged
essays are rewarded. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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compiled for you 10 popular universities with the best study abroad programs. Check
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<b>#1. <a href="http://studyabroad.gwu.edu/gw-study-programs" style="font-size: 12pt; text-indent: -0.25in;">George Washington University</a></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Named after
the first President of the United States of America, the George Washington
University is a private research centre located in Washington DC. The
University offers up to 71 degree programs across several disciplines. Since
its creation in 1821, the University has maintained its prominent position as
one of the top educational institutions in the world. Today, the GW now boasts
of over 26,000 undergraduates and graduate students some of whom are from over
130 countries. For its study abroad program, the George Washington University
offers semester or a session study abroad programs in 60 countries including
Spain, France and England.</span></div>
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<b><span style="line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">#2. </span><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><a href="http://www.nyu.edu/global/academic/centers/why-study-away-.html">New York University</a></span></b></div>
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the most popular private universities in the United States, New York University
is one of only 60 member institutions of the prestigious Association of
American Universities.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>With students of
about 50,000 spread across the 3 major campuses in the cities of New York, Abu
Dhabi and Shanghai, New York University also has its students come from
over 133 countries. With its international academic centres located in 11
countries worldwide including Ghana and Israel, New York University has a
reputation as one of the top US universities with the best study abroad programs.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">#3. </span><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><a href="https://studyabroad.richmond.edu/index.cfm?FuseAction=Programs.FeaturedPrograms">University of Richmond</a></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Apart from
its recognition as the top universities in the US producing the most Fulbright
U.S. Scholars, the University of Richmond boasts of a robust study abroad and
scholarship structure that provides approximately 45 Richmond Scholars
scholarships and 36 Presidential scholarships to fresh students annually. Also,
RU has been ranked top 25 “Best Schools for Internships” and Kiplinger’s
Personal Finance recognises the University of Richmond as a 2017 Best College
Value. For its study abroad program, the University of Richmond offers about 75
programs in 30 countries including Germany, Netherlands and England.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span></span></div>
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<b><span style="line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">#4. </span><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><a href="https://www.evansville.edu/studyabroad" title="https://www.evansville.edu/studyabroad">University of Evansville</a></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Would you
like to have the University of Evansville experience?<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>In this increasingly competitive global
market, an out-of-school experience is imperative for success. This is why The University of Evansville is taking the lead in this core aspect of students’
social development. At Harlaxton College, University of Evansville’s study
abroad British campus, students are treated to varying courses including
literature, economics, political science and more amidst interdisciplinary
instructions, travels and seminars to broaden their scopes.</span></div>
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<b><span style="line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">#5. </span><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><a href="http://www.webster.edu/study-abroad/" title="http://www.webster.edu/study-abroad/">Webster University</a></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">With its
international locations in such beautiful places as The Netherlands,
Switzerland, and Austria, Webster University aligns learning with the
opportunity for cultural interactions among their students. The school boasts
of international students from over 148 countries. At Webster University,
students enjoy a variety of learning environments through its numerous study
abroad programs.</span></div>
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<b><span style="line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">#6. </span><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><a href="https://study-abraod.uchicago.edu/">University of Chicago</a></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">A culturally
rich and ethnic diverse research institution, The University of Chicago is
among the universities with the best study abroad programs. Founded in 1890, The University of Chicago offers students the most interesting experience of
ground-breaking research mixed with the opportunity of a wider view of peoples
and cultures. The university’s centre in Paris is a beautiful place where over
200 students have the opportunity to take courses annually.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">When we talk
of universities with the best study abroad programs we cannot but mention Boston
University. The university has its main campus in Boston, Massachusetts with
various programs spread across their international campuses around the world.
As part of its study abroad program, students travel to exotic places like
London, Paris, Sidney and many other countries where they study languages,
science, business, engineering and numerous other courses on offer.</span></div>
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<b><span style="line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;">#8. </span><span style="font-size: 7pt; font-stretch: normal; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; line-height: normal;"> </span></span><a href="http://studyabroad.georgetown.edu/program-types" style="text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Georgetown University</span></a></b></div>
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the world-leading research institutions in the US, Georgetown University
provides a unique learning experience for students. Besides being provided with
world-class learning facilities at its main campus in Washington DC, Georgetown
University’s students have also the opportunity to travel to countries like
Turkey, Italy and Qatar for their study abroad programs. The university has
about 160 study abroad programs available in 40 countries.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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being one of the oldest private universities in the US with first-rate
educational value, the University of Denver prides itself with a unique study
abroad experience that offers students the opportunity to join the prestigious
Sherrington Global Scholars. This merit-based scholarship program gives equal
advantages to students irrespective of their financial background. Little
wonder, it is regarded as one of the universities with the best study abroad
programs in the United States.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;"><b>#10. <a href="http://www.suffolk.edu/academics/1080.php" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Suffolk University</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">As the eighth largest university in the city of Boston, Massachusetts, Suffolk University
offers its students outstanding learning experience through its study abroad
program. As students in Suffolk University, you’re guaranteed the opportunity
to study at the school’s international campus in Madrid, where you can start
your degree program. That’s not all, you can also intern there for up to 2
years.</span><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">There you
have it! The top ten US universities with the best study abroad program now at
your fingertips, no need to wait any longer. If you’re looking to enrol in one,
now is the time to begin to look for the best.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-20789888869901388972019-11-08T16:15:00.002+01:002022-02-11T10:44:00.537+01:003 Incredibly Simple Ways to Win a Scholarship<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">First
of all, before you can win a scholarship, you must first apply to one. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">And
then you can ask: how can I win a scholarship to study abroad?</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US">Good news is, the answer you seek is here. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Now
let’s get right into it.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">You
know you've got to be exceptionally brilliant and influential and rich to win a
scholarship to study abroad right? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Well,
not necessarily. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">You've
thought over this many times. So each time you wanted to try, you felt like
'No, I can't'. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">When
you eventually tried to apply, you felt you'd already done the needful and was
nearly confident it'd be worth it. You finally submitted your online
application, and then what happened? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">It's
past the deadline. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">No
reply, no congratulations. Nothing.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">It's
enough to knock you off your curiosity. And you might want to quit trying.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Fortunately,
winning a study abroad scholarship is easier than you imagine. Following
appropriate guidelines could be all you need to be successful. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">So
what can you do to win a scholarship to study abroad? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<!--[if !supportLists]--><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; mso-bidi-font-family: Calibri; mso-fareast-font-family: Calibri;"><span style="mso-list: Ignore;">1.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><!--[endif]--><b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Be proactive (the earlier
the luckier)</span></b><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="http://www.hotcoursesabroad.com/study-abroad-info/student-finances/top-tips-for-successful-scholarship-applications/" target="_blank">To apply successfully for a scholarship</a>, you need to do it right on time.
Accept that there are thousands of applicants like you and be mindful of this
as you apply. Rather than apply to try to beat the deadline, beat competing
applicants by being the first to apply. This gives you an edge, as adequate
attention is given to early applicants.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Are
you in your last year in college? Never been the best time to apply. Several scholarships
in different fields abound this period. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">While
you might be advised to subscribe to as many scholarships sites as you can, I
feel it'd be better if you only consider those relevant to your field of study.
<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Navigating
through a tiring list of study grants (fellowship, research grant, internship,
etc) will only waste your time. Subscribing to sites that <a href="https://www.afterschoolafrica.com/">specifically tend to your scholarship needs</a> will save you the stress. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Moreover,
applying on time lets you focus on the suitable ones. When you apply to the
ones for which you're qualified, your chances of winning are high. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Not
only is early application important, it saves you from the rush hour. Many
scholarship applicants don't realise why they fail to win. It's simple: you get
disorganised when you apply late. Your mind is subconsciously fixed on not
losing the opportunity, so you give less attention to <span style="mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;">how well you've applied</span>. Sadly, you don't know that applying in a
rush is nearly proportionate to not applying at all. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Having
in mind that applying on time is key, you then proceed to:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">2. Write a topnotch scholarship essay<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Now
this is where many scholarship applicants goof. You're scrolling through an
online scholarship page and suddenly a mouthwatering scholarship grabs your
attention. Curious, you scan through and then discover: 'Oh, it's got an
essay'. Disappointed, you clicked back. Page gone. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">And
</span><b style="font-size: 12pt;"><i>a great opportunity gone too</i></b><span style="font-size: 12pt;">.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Yes,
you heard that right. You just let go a fantastic offer. </span><br />
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><br /></span>
<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Let me explain. <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Scholarships
that require essays are often top-quality. Why? </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Because
you stand a higher chance of winning. This is because many are quick to click
the back button when they see an essay writing scholarship. So the competition
is less.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Wouldn't
it be great if you tap into this reality? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Well,
you wished you could but your writing sucks. In short, you're clueless as to
how to come up with a good scholarship essay. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">What
if I told you writing a winning scholarship essay isn't as scary as it appears?
What if I showed you a sneak peek into a compelling scholarship essay?<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The question now is, what should a good scholarship essay contain? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Simply
put, it should:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<li><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%; text-indent: -0.25in;">tell the judges your coordinated thoughts on a given topic</span></li>
<li>show how winning the scholarship will draw you to your goal</li>
<li>reflect your personality, (the real you beyond the data on a
form)</li>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">When
you know <a href="https://www.usnews.com/education/blogs/the-scholarship-coach/2013/01/31/4-ways-to-make-your-scholarship-essay-stand-out" target="_blank">how to write a convincing scholarship essay</a>, you're halfway into winning one. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">As
crucial as writing an essay is to win a scholarship, it'd be inefficient if
you ignore the impact of your online reputation on your success.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">So
the next thing, after writing a compelling scholarship essay, is to:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">3. Have a sound online representation</span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">How's
your online profile like? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Lousy?
Dumb? Active? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Bad
news, if your presence on Facebook does nothing but scream dirty, crappy celeb
gossip. As in, you're in for trouble. Try trash them or better yet, replace
them with engaging posts and positive postulations. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Or
maybe yours is a dumb, nearly non-existent online presence. Not a good sign.
Chances are to win anything these days, from scholarships to jobs, to...
anything worthwhile, organisers are wont to peep into your online profile. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">So
what do you do? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Actively
showcase your interest, post around it, discuss it in groups and pages you
belong, at least share your thoughts. You don't necessarily have to be online
24/7 to achieve this. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You
just need to show up once a while.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">When
you're active online, you're most likely the right candidate for a scholarship.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Not
at all – winning a scholarship isn't rocket science. Nor is it impossible
regardless of your background. And no, you don't necessarily have to be
influential to win. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">You
just have to be willing to follow what works and disregard what sucks. When you
do so, you're on your way to winning </span><a href="https://scholarship-positions.com/" style="font-size: 12pt;" target="_blank">a scholarship to study abroad</a><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> in
your favourite school.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;"><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Imagine yourself winning a scholarship. Think of how you would feel. Proud of yourself, I guess. </span>Sure, no one would win a scholarship and not be happy.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">It's such a great day when you see that you've been selected as the winner of a scholarship. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">However, it's no
child's play. Applying for and winning a scholarship takes a lot of hard work,
commitment and courage. But when you win one, you'll be quick to forget that
you actually laboured for it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">The question is,
why should you even apply for a scholarship? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">In this article
I've highlighted three concrete reasons why you should apply for a scholarship
to study abroad. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">1. <b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Studying abroad is expensive</b> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Everyone knows
this. Before you can think of educating yourself in a country other than yours,
you should expect that it'd be expensive. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">When you gain
admission to study abroad, you would certainly need to travel. Travelling cost
is scary these days. It has forced many people to abandon their pursuit of
studying abroad. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Accommodation and
feeding expenses are other challenges. You're going to a foreign land in
which costs of living are high. But when you apply for scholarships and wins
one, you have no reason to worry again over these expenses, especially if the
scholarship is fully funded. Most <a href="http://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/scholarship-advice/scholarships-study-uk" target="_blank">scholarships in</a><a href="http://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/scholarship-advice/scholarships-study-uk" target="_blank" title="http:// http://www.topuniversities.com/student-info/scholarship-advice/scholarships-study-uk"> the UK</a>, Australia and Malaysia, cover all expenses including feeding,
transportation and accommodation. So if you intend to study abroad and enjoy
these benefits, the best you can do is to apply for a scholarship. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">Competing with many applicants can
change your life</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Your applying for
scholarships is an experience that's worth the while. You'll not only know what
winning a scholarship entails but will also learn to sharpen your writing
skills. As you write your personal essay for the scholarship, you'll see
yourself improving your writing skills. Also, when you apply for a scholarship
and eventually wins, it boosts your confidence, and you'll dare to do many
other things you've hitherto left undone because of fear of failure. However,
even if you fail to win a scholarship, trying alone will be a stepping-stone
for you, as you can beat your chest and say that you've done well by competing
with thousands of applicants across the globe.</span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;">It broadens your horizon</b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Meeting people
from diverse races, cultural and religious backgrounds will no doubt expand
your scope of the world. That is if you win a scholarship. When you apply and
win one, you become experienced about <a href="http://%20http/www.iefa.org/" target="_blank" title="http:// http://www.iefa.org/">international education</a> standards and
all the benefits therein. In addition, you have an opportunity to learn new
languages, behaviours, social values different from yours. All of these
experiences will most likely make you more sociable and tolerant.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Furthermore, being
a student of an institution with international standards, you're exposed to
various learning materials and new learning strategies. This will boost your
level of understanding and reasoning. As such, you will have an upper hand when
you apply for jobs in your country. Most corporate organisations would prefer a
job candidate with international qualifications to their local counterparts
probably because they value the exposure that they have. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">No doubt about it,
going through the steps in applying for a scholarship can be daunting. But it
is worth it. When you consider that you don't have enough money to sponsor
yourself abroad for quality education, applying for a scholarship is a sure way
to go. Not only is your financial fears allayed, but you also improve your skills
and gain lots of exposure. So why wait, when you can apply for a scholarship
today. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-26172867260270919492019-10-25T16:40:00.002+01:002022-02-11T10:46:59.756+01:0013 Highly Powerful Online Resources For College Students <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Are you a college
student in need of study resources that will ease your academic engagement? <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Truly, it can be
frustrating going through school with inadequate study materials that can give
one the best results. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">You're not alone.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Below I've
compiled a list of 13 study resources that will immensely skyrocket your
academic activities and ease your learning experience.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">1. <a href="https://myschool.ng/">MySchool</a> <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">MySchool helps
students gain useful information about the different practices in various
higher institutions of learning in Nigeria. It prepares you for life before
college, equipping you with the necessary information that will help you succeed as you
plan to gain admission to any of your chosen schools. You also find past
questions and relevant study materials on the blog. Through MySchool, you'll
acquire practical knowledge relating to educational success, a new approach to
digital learning, open opportunities and many more. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">2. <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2016/02/themeoffrankogodo-ogbechesharvestofcorruption.html" title="http://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com">African Reviews</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">If analysing
African literature is what your study entails, you need great resources for
your references. African Reviews offers well-researched essays on African
literature novels, plays and poems. It also provides summaries, synopses, plots
and themes of popular African works. So if you're writing your term paper or
your thesis, this is a great resource for you.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">3. <a href="https://educeleb.com/">EduCeleb</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">EduCeleb is a great
resource for everything education. It is a news portal for everything education
in Nigeria. As a college student, this is a relevant information outlet you
need. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">4. <a href="https://www.myschoolgist.com/">My School
Gist</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">With My School Gist,
you get access to actionable tips that can help you make informed decisions as
a student. Besides, using My School Gist will set you in the right course whether
as a Jambite, a freshman or a student who wishes to dazzle her professors
academically. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">5. <a href="http://www.essaytyper.com/" title="http://www.essaytyper.com">Essay Typer</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">This online tool
is a great study aid. It helps you write that essay. How? It gives you coherent copyright of essays you need. If you're stuck when you need ideas on
an essay, this is a good resource for you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">6. <a href="https://www.openstudycollege.com/" title="https://www.openstudycollege.com/">Open Study</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">With Open Study
apps, you have the opportunity to meet like-minds. You also get to meet fellow
students across the globe with whom you can share ideas. Moreover, it's good to
kill time. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">7. <a href="http://www.overdrive.com/" title="http://www.overdrive.com">Overdrive</a> <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Tired of buying
PDF files on Amazon? Here's a solution. Find your library via the overdrive app
and send books directly to your device. As a college student, you'll need to
read as many books as available for research purposes. You'll need overdrive to
help you achieve that. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US"><o:p><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2016/11/top-9-time-management-tips-for-college.html">Suggested: Top 9 Time Management Skills For College Students</a></b></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">8. <a href="http://www.evernote.com/" title="http://www.evernote.com">Evernote</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Evernote is a
study app that helps you gather notes on your device, enabling you to get them
whenever you need them. Moreover, it offers you an opportunity to prepare your notes
for future references. You can create a hyperlink that allows you to share your
notes with fellow students, in the case of group work. Having a good note on a
subject or topic with Evernote app will help you a lot.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">9. <a href="http://www.studyguidezone.com/" title="http://www.studyguidezone.com">Study Guide Zone</a> <o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">If you wish to
improve your test scores, study possible questions and prepare for nice grades,
Study Guide Zone is a sure bet for you. Available is a variety of topics with a
test on each. As a college student aiming at excellent results, you'll find it
useful. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">10. <a href="http://coursera.com/" title="http://coursera.com">Coursera</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Coursera is an
online learning platform that offers you the opportunity to learn any skill in
any field of interest. As a college student, you will benefit from using
it as a study aid. On this great resourceful online learning platform, you've got
great skills at your fingertips. All you need is to diligently search the
courses, pick and engage with the one valuable to you. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">11.</span></b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">
<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><a href="http://www.studysmartonline.com/">Getting Smart</a></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">As the name
implies, you need to get smarter to excel. Recently, I learned that smart work
now beats hard work. Getting Smart will help boost your confidence as a
student. Besides the great tips aimed at encouraging you to be creative and
productive, you also get to interact with fellow students to share ideas and
solve test questions. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">12. <a href="http://math.com/" title="http://math.com">Math.com</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Does Mathematics
get you excited? Well, lucky you. :) Hear this. 60% of my friends hate Maths. I
too used to until I realised one needed not to hate any subject. Sadly, hating a
subject is, (to use a Maths term), proportionate to failing it. But the good
news is, Maths isn't as scary as it looks. With Math.com you get latest
formulas, tips and rules that'll instantly improve your mathematical skills.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b style="mso-bidi-font-weight: normal;"><span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">13. <a href="https://studybay.com/">StudyBay</a><o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">Do you wish you
could have an expert look into your writing, offer you best advice to improve
your college essay? Consider StudyBay. With this expert writing services
outlet, you've got no reason not to excel in your studies. Your academic
writing, term paper, thesis and more are taken care of in a manner that you
feel confident and fulfilled when defending your work. A great opportunity,
right? Then tap it asap. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt;">As a college
student, you understand getting the best learning resources can be tasking.
This is probably due to the proliferation of resources, no thanks to the
internet. In an increasing world of information overload, knowing what
resources are best is not easy. However, when you consider all of the above,
you should find the ones suitable for your academic needs. So having a great
learning experience is no longer far away. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-45214764673345251452019-06-22T06:49:00.002+01:002022-02-11T18:03:02.104+01:00Truth is bitter: Austin Nwagbara and the ‘Smart Move” of the Ghanaian Education Authority<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Speak the
truth and “the truth will set you free.” Well, that’s according to John 8:32. Indeed,
on Wednesday 19th June 2019 the Ghanaian <a href="https://www.uew.edu.gh/" target="_blank">University of Education Winneba</a> “freed” esteemed Professor Austin Nwagbara of its educational
and institutional rots for drawing the attention of the media to the country’s
systemic injustice against Nigerians.<br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">For speaking
out on a number of staggering issues about Ghanaian authority’s poor treatment of Nigerians in the country, the distinguished and bold Professor of English
was sacked. What more evidence is needed of the <a href="https://punchng.com/deportation-of-723-nigerians-from-ghana-disturbing-presidency/" target="_blank">ill-treatment of Nigerians in Ghana</a>? This reminds one of the sayings that the oracle hadn’t
even decided yet and its prophecy had already come to pass.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Before, it
seemed to be a case of rivalry between the highly resourceful Nigerian citizens
and their overtly jealous Ghanaian counterpart. But now it appears the issue is
backed by the authority too!<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2016/02/the-plot-of-harvest-of-corruption.html">Suggested: Read The Plot of Harvest of Corruption</a></b></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">When I
first saw a post about his argument about “The American Scholar”, a powerful book
Ralph Waldo Emerson wrote a long time ago, I felt proud that finally, a Nigerian scholar is driving home the point about the need for the African Scholar also to
modernize their knowledge. So this caught my attention: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">“We should
start verbalizing the ideas we write in our papers. In fact, all the great
debates in books should be made into films/videos/images that people can relate
with easily.”<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Little did
I know that the worst had happened. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">Whatever
the Ghanaian authority felt was wrong with Prof Augustin Uzoma Nwgbara’s indictment
of not only the Ghanaian government but also that of the Nigerian should not
have amounted to a sack, nor should it have led to an arrest as reported by the
media. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">When I watched
<a href="https://www.vanguardngr.com/2019/06/nigerian-prof-arrested-in-ghana-for-incitement/" target="_blank">the video</a>,
I felt very embarrassed that a man as honourable as Prof Austin Nwagbara </span>should<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;"> be so ill-treated. His offence? He
voiced out about the systemic hatred of Nigerians by the Ghanaian authorities. Indeed
the professor’s sack has, quite impressively, discharged and acquainted the Ghanaian
authorities of all their charges of social-economic and educational injustices against
Nigerians. Ghana, how smart you are! <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="mso-ansi-language: EN-US;">But let’s
face it. It is saddening to see that Africa is yet to learn her lesson. After all
these years of political and technological backwardness, we still dwell in sheer
self-pity and cross-border irresponsibility. We still wade in the negativity of
our differences rather than soar together with the blessings of our diversity. In
a rapidly growing world of <a href="https://www.techopedia.com/definition/190/artificial-intelligence-ai" target="_blank">Artificial Intelligence</a> (AI) and <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/jacobmorgan/2014/05/13/simple-explanation-internet-things-that-anyone-can-understand/#449039d81d09" target="_blank">The Internet of Things</a> (IoT), it is sad that a Ghanaian Minister would consider
the sack of a reputable Professor over his personal observations about the
state of things in both Ghana and Nigeria as “appropriate”. No doubt, we really
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Across the dirt and chaos that is the city of </span>Accra, we see the man, the central character whose name is obscured throughout the novel. The city, as well as its inhabitants,<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> </span>is<span style="font-size: 12pt;"> presented as irredeemably rotten; not to talk of the cursing nature of the motorists, especially the commercial bus conductors and drivers alike. In short, in the city of Accra, everybody is angry. The man is shown as a man with a job at the Traffic Control Office who is unhappily running off to work that he dreads and loathes.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Hungry, the man goes to a restaurant to have a meal only to check his pocket and realize he is broke. Disappointed and famished, he goes back to the office. Then a timber contractor offers him a 10 cedis bribe to help him ferry his timbers even though the job is actually supposed to be carried out by another man who has not yet assumed duty. The man, in spite of his hunger and poverty, rejects the offer, though weakly. For in his mind, the other side of him wanting desperately the bribe is seriously scolding him. The man can’t stop thinking right there why he the one who has refused a bribe is feeling like the criminal while the contractor himself is feeling and even acting like the man has just done him the greatest evil. Here is how the narrator has captured the situation succinctly:<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">The visitor was angry now, in the special way the upright have of being angry with perverse people. He searched around under his folds of <i>kente </i>cloth stuck the wallet in some hidden pocket. Then, saying not a word of farewell to the man at the table, he strode to the door, opened it angrily and disappeared behind it. The man was left alone with thoughts of the easy slide and how everything said there was something miserable, something unspeakably dishonest about a man who refused to take and to give what everyone around was busy taking and giving: something unnatural, something very cruel, something that was criminal, for who but a criminal could ever be left with such a feeling of loneliness? (p. 31-32)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2014/04/purple-hibiscus-synopsis.html">Suggested: Read The Plot Analysis of Purple Hibiscus</a></b> </span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">At home, for his individualistic tendency to have the gut to refuse a bribe at work while his household is languishing in abject poverty, Oyo, the man’s wife likens him to a chichidodo, the proverbial bird that eats shit but hates worms. His wife’s constant nagging at home makes him dread and sometimes wants to flee home permanently. But because he lacks the will, he decides instead to visit his friend, Teacher. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Yes I feel like a criminal. Often these days I find myself thinking of something sudden I could do to redeem myself in their eyes. Then I sit down and ask myself what I have done wrong, and there is really nothing. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Then the Teacher replies: “'You have not done what everybody is doing”, said the naked man, ”and in this world that is one of the crimes.”' (p. 54)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Joseph Koomsoon visits the man’s household, as planned. It is a case of the
wealth versus poverty as the countenance and attitude of Estella, Koomson’s
wife, shows discontent with every dish she is served, not minding that a lot of
efforts had gone into preparing the meal. Then Koomsoon, the honourable Minister has to use the toilet; the toilet of the poor is a shared one,
disgusting and unusable for the likes of the minister, but because shit waits
for no one, he has to make do with what’s available otherwise something more
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Oyo’s husband is incapable of doing that. A promise of a boat for fishing is
given to the households so they can have a share of the fish, not the boat
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work, The man hears of a coup but refuses to join others in the demonstration
believing that nothing is going to change except the people who will go on
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gets home to find the minster, Koomsoon, coiled in the dark in one corner of
their room like a frightened kid. There has been a coup and he too is to pay
the price with his life. As the soldiers approach the man’s house in search of
Koomsoon, the man helps him escape through the toilet zinc with all the shits
and sanitary pads and what you can think of. With shits and piss all over their
bodies, Koosomson with the man is able to get to the boatman’s house unnoticed
by anyone. With an agreement that the boatman owns half of the boat and a bribe
of a few cedis at the gate where the boat will ferry the minister abroad, the
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<span face=""calibri" , sans-serif">Read <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2016/03/the-plot-of-blood-of-stranger.html">other
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Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-10186102059406583772018-07-13T20:07:00.002+01:002022-02-11T18:46:17.211+01:00The 4 Proven Practical Ways to Building Your Self-Esteem<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">This is because if your self-esteem is low, you’d achieve little and might even lose the things you’ve already accomplished. People with low self-esteem lack the will to carry on. For your job, your health and your loved ones, this is dangerous. You’d become unproductive, become sick and lose the company of people dear to you.</span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Yes, say it loud. You’ve got a deadline approaching, say to yourself: <i>I’m going to beat this deadline</i>! People with high self-esteem believe in the power of talking about their abilities. When you talk about things you can do, rather than focus on those you think you can’t do, you’re a step forward to achieving that particular goal. So talk positively about yourself, because most times our words become our beliefs. What we believe we act it. When you think and talk positively about yourself, you’re boosting your confidence. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">So Mark Twain is right all along when he said that the secret of getting ahead is getting started. You’re admiring something from a distance and thinking yourself unfit for it. Why would you even do that when you’ve got great skills and talents deposited in you by God. </span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">But you would never know that you have greatness within you if you allow yourself to be weighed down by your thinking that others are better than you. Worst is when you think that you cannot even surpass someone in a particular field. Who told you that you cannot become greater than even your coach; who told you that you cannot achieve extraordinary things in life? Go out there and stop comparing yourself with others. Instead, compete with yourself and develop yourself every single day. When you do this, your self-esteem would rise. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Also, you wouldn’t know how badly you fared at something if nobody is there to judge you. But it’s not the judging that should bother you, for that in itself is harmless, it is you not learning anything from that experience. And many of us always want to appear superhuman to others, like we only want to be known that we are good at everything. So we don’t want to fail so people wouldn’t see that we are human after all! </span><br />
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<span lang="EN-GB" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Ring a bell? Well, that’s not smart enough. Have you suddenly forgotten that to err is human? Want to improve your self-esteem, make as many mistakes as you can, for, for every success, there must have been at least 12 mistakes. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-70915208890211116662018-04-09T14:44:00.004+01:002022-02-11T18:47:42.334+01:00AMERICANAH by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">In Trenton, Ifemelu goes to plait her hair. There she comes to realise the world of the African. Already a blogger about race in America, Ifemelu finds the opportunity to delve into the reality of Blacks from African countries such as Nigeria. Far away from home, from her family and her lover, Obinze, in Lagos, Efemelu stops sending messages to Obinze probably because she has found a better company in Blaire, her new Black American boyfriend. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Obinze attends a party organised by Chief, the man who had single-handedly helped him rise from grass to grace. Shortly after deportation from England, the man, Chief, as he is fondly called, had effortlessly made him a successful estate manager. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Aunty Uju is Ifemelu’s father’s sister who is a mistress to the General, a powerful and wealthy man in the Nigerian military government. He is responsible for Aunty Uju's sudden rise to wealth after her miserable post-university life. A week after Aunty Uju delivers a baby boy, the military government is overthrown and the General is among the military officers executed in the coup. Her sorrowful condition is aggravated by the General’s family members asking her to vacate the apartment. Frustrated and confused, Aunty Uju leaves for America where she now stays with her son, Dike. <o:p></o:p></span></div> <script async="" class="MsoNormal" div="">
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">When everything becomes tough for Ifemelu’s father, who has been sacked from work, Aunty Uju helped Ifemelu get a student visa to join her in the US. There in America is where Ifemelu discovers the realities of living abroad, especially in the utopian country, the United States of America. In America, Ifemelu is first confronted by the fact that America is not really heaven as has been painted often in the movies. She also observes another problem in America – the issue of race. After battling to get a job using another person’s identity to no avail, Ifemelu becomes fed up with everything. When the rent of Ifemelu’s flat is due, she has no money. But when she eventually gets a job with a man, a baseball coach who desperately needs massage and female company willing to pay Ifemelu a hundred dollars per day, she later hates herself for doing such a dirty job. She then becomes depressed and cut all communication with Obinze and her family. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Luckily, she eventually gets a babysitting job, where she meets Kurt, who suddenly becomes her boyfriend, and with the help of whom, she secures her stay, through a work permit. She later wants to try something new and so she cheats on Kurt by having sex with a neighbour. This marks the end of her relationship with Kurt. By this time, Ifemelu has already become a popular blogger about race in America. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2015/04/sefi-attas-everything-good-will-come.html">Suggested: Read Sefi Atta's Everything Good Will Come</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">On the train one day, Ifemelu comes across Blaire, a Black American college professor whom she suddenly falls in love with. Later, they meet at a seminar to which Ifemelu has been invited as a blogger. With Blaire Ifemelu’s discoveries of life in America takes a new turn. Not only does she become more popular, but she is also introduced into the fold of scholars in America. Through the help of Blaire she is able to get into the American fellowship where she lectures a group of college students. All of this makes Ifemelu so successful and rich that she is able not to only regularly send money home to her folks, but also to afford her parents’ visit. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Meanwhile, Obinze, who had been denied a visa to America many times, is now in England. But the turbulence of immigrant life in England renders his travelling abroad a nightmare. Getting a job as a casual labourer for a construction company is soon short-lived because the person whose work permit he is using is demanding a raise Obinze cannot afford. In anger, he informs his place of work and Obinze stops going to work. After realising that he might be able to pay the balance to arrange his sham marriage with an Angolan English girl who seems to have fallen in love with him, he seeks help from his Nigerian friend and classmate, Emenike, who is now also in England married to a white woman. On the day of the wedding, Obinze is arrested and is removed from England. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Even Aunty Uju, like all emigrant Blacks from Africa, is not spared the racial prejudice by White Americans. Her practice as a visiting doctor is wrought with racial comments and acts by her white patients who feel she is unfit to occupy her post because of her skin colour. Even Aunty Uju’s case is understandable. What is extreme is the racial insults and abuse hauled at the young and fragile but intelligent and witty Dike. In short, the frustration resulting from this nearly costs the young boy his life through an abortive suicide attempt. It is for this reason that Ifemelu has delayed her return to Nigeria. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Ifemelu finally returns to Nigeria and comes to realise how torn apart she is within herself. She now feels a sense of loss – a sense of dual identity. She can no longer fit into the Nigerian life she was once used to. When she gets a job at Aunty Onenu’s celebrity gossip blog named Zoe, she is exposed to the lies and fake of most Nigerian establishments. As if she is no longer Nigerian, she shrugs at the revelation that most celebrities Aunty Onenu’s Zoe interviews actually pay for the services. For acting this way, her co-worker, Zemaye and Doris see Ifemelu as someone who seems to have fallen from another planet. She quits and starts her own blog in which she features the realities of life in Lagos. Dike visits Ifemelu in Lagos. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Finally, Obinze re-unites with Ifemelu and their love life is reinvigorated again. Unlike when they started dating, were young, and still in school and trying to avoid mistakes, sex now seems a pastime for both of them, as they engage in it almost every day. Without a doubt, Obinze does not love his wife and mother of his children, Kosi, because he feels his life is in no way connected with hers. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt; line-height: 107%;">Kosi finds out about her husband’s escapade, but instead of being mad at him, she begs that they sustain the relationship, at least as father and mother to the children. Unyielding and determined, especially for the marathon of sex he now enjoys with Ifemelu, Obinze packs out of the house, set to be living alone in his flat at Parkview. He begs Ifemelu to allow him in, which she finally does. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the easy and principled life of a young beautiful woman named Nana Ai, as she discovers
love at first sight and the strangeness that often accompanies such a feeling.</span><br />
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news that two of their daughters, Laila and Hajjo have made it into the
prestigious Her Majesty’s College at Birni Dala. Even though the two girls are
not the first to enjoy this privilege (already a student there is Nana Ai, but
now on a holiday), the entire village often takes the pride that one of their
own is in the popular school. This is because Her Majesty’s College is the
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excited about attending the new school. For Hajjo, a sixteen-year-old girl, who
lives with her grandmother, the admission is an escape from a life she believes
she does not deserve. She is not only maltreated by the rest of the members of
the family but she is also poorly fed and clothed. In her extended family home,
she feels like an outcast. For this reason, she so longs for the journey. Laila, on the other hand, is a spoilt brat and a forward girl. She is loquacious and uncouth.
She is Hajjo’s cousin. She longs for the journey to the new school so she could
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under the care of a more mature and principled Nana. Time for the journey and
the girls are accompanied to the bus park by Nana’s father, Baba Sani, who
never stops reminding Nana never to relent in exhibiting all the good virtues
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gets into her element. She goes into the nearby bush only to resurface with a
painted face and lips, looking like a slut. She believes that is the only way
they can get a free ride and gets to their destination on time. A car stops by
but Nana will not allow them to take it because the man in the car does not
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around. They meet the clerk-receptionist instead who is hostile to them. But of
course, Laila enjoys the company of two boys, Abubakar and Bello. Bello is a
rich boy while Abubakar is from a poor home. They are both students at King’s
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next day they find out he is the man whose free ride they had rudely turned
down the other day. The man is to give them the transport fare and an escort. As
a way of punishing the girls, especially Nana for her rudeness, the secretary gives
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has started to know one another. The driver is a very careful one, unlike those
of other two buses speeding in front of them, Allah Kiyaye and Allah Seriki. When
the rain begins, the two buses with the reckless drivers are now stuck in a
little ditch, making it impossible for other vehicles including the one the girls
are travelling in to pass. So together all the passengers in the three buses are
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to come to terms with how to survive their predicament. As they are in the
middle of a forest with no dwelling on sight, they have to make themselves
happy. To start with, they need to have something to eat. At first, nobody
wants to volunteer to go to the nearby village to get food. However, Bello and
Abubakar volunteer and each passenger contribute the money with him or her and
the boys go with the teacher’s bicycle to get them food. When they return
everybody eats and has enough and Musa Doggo treats everyone to nice music and entertains them with his jest. The man becomes a jester and a lively person
to disguise his unfortunate situation about which Nana is told by the mother of
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on track and the journey resumes. As though what happened earlier was a warning,
the two carelessly speeding Lorries are later to be found wrecked in a ghastly
motor accident. Almost all the passengers in the two buses are dead, except for
the drivers. Some other people sustain a very serious injury. Abubakar is dead
but Bello is alive with an injury. The injured ones, including Bello, are taken
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the train, Nana and the two girls, Hajjo and Laila, sit in front of a sleeping boy
who appeared to have sustained some injuries. Because he uses a newspaper to
cover his face, none of the girls can recognise him. An army officer aboard the
train relates well with the girls and invites them for lunch. The two
girls consent except for Nana, who is bent on not collecting anything from a
stranger. While the girls are gone with the officer, Nana recognises the
sleeping man as Bello. Both get along well and have a hearty conversation, with
each unable to conceal his or her affection towards the other, even though none
of them mentions it directly. It is very clear now that Nana is in love with Bello
but is very shy to express it. Both understand this and decide to communicate
only telepathically. When the train arrives Birni Dala, Nana reads the letter sent them by
the old man, Mallam Jauro, their escort. It also comes with some money. They
are happy to know that at last, the man is still alive, despite all he had been
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<i><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">The
Concubine</span></i><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> by Elechi Amadi is an interesting novel replete
with several issues bothering on communal life, love, superstition, death, widowhood
and fate. All of these have been well-crafted into the main thrust of the story,
which makes the novel one of Africa’s masterpieces ever, both in terms of content
and form.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">In <a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2014/04/textual-analysis-of-purple-hibiscus.html">the novel</a>, <i>The Concubine,</i> Elechi Amadi demonstrates
an exceptional bond borne out of communal co-existence. Life in Amokachi and
the surrounding villages is filled with deep love and respect for one another. Though
the inhabitants of these villages are not related by blood, they care about one
another and are there for one another in times of anguish and sorrow. When
Emenike dies, Ihuoma is not left alone when the raining season starts. Ekwueme
and others feel the sense of responsibility to help her thatch her leaking
roof. Houses are built so close to one another that one person can overlook the
other in case of trouble or any external invasion. This makes it easy for people
to be their brothers’ keeper. In short, one villager’s worry or glory is
another’s. It is such a near-perfect, beautiful world that characterised the
African life before the intrusion of the heartless and mischievous white
colonialists. It is what the highly celebrated African literary icon, Chinua
Achebe demonstrates in his award-winning and widely translated novel, <i>Things Fall Apart</i>.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Of course, love, being
a universal theme, often forms a major concern of most African novels. Little
wonder, even Elechi Amadi takes a different view of the subject in the novel, <i>The Concubine</i>. The question that often pops
up is, is Elechi Amadi trying to show that love is blind to a convention? Truly, parties
in love, especially for the first time, are usually blinded by their own inclination
so much that they tend to ignore everything else. This is the case with Ekwueme
in the story. Despite his awareness of the position of custom and tradition of
the land that a betrothal marriage must be sealed, he goes ahead to propose to Ihuoma,
the beautiful widow. The question is, what does true love imply? Must two
people in love with each other necessarily get married? Does love between two marriageable
opposite sexes always end up in sexual intercourse, in the form of boyfriend
and girlfriend or in the form of a married couple? No doubt, EKwueme’s
relationship with Ahurole heads for the rock, not because the young man does not
enjoy sexual pleasure with her, but because his heart longs for someone else,
which is Ihuoma. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Superstition is another
theme in the novel. In traditional African life, superstition surrounds individuals
like a plague, especially with regard to their health. For example, smallpox is
considered extremely ominous. The disease is so dreaded that people dared not
call it smallpox. Instead, they call it “the good thing” when referring to it.
Also, when a person dies of smallpox, people are forbidden to mourn him. Even
during the person’s illness, people must avoid him like plague. That is not
all, even some animals are attached to some superstitious belief. For instance,
it is believed that a vulture does not perch on anyone’s roof except that it
brings a divine message to the household. And after this, people go to consult
the oracle on the import of the message and the befitting sacrifices must
follow. With all these scenes of superstition in the novel, Amadi seems to be
concerned with how much harm people must have brought upon themselves due to
ignorance. Due to ignorance in the form of beliefs, lives have been lost,
property and resources wasted and bright hope and future dashed. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Also prominent in the novel
is the issue of death. Death, the destroyer of desires, is portrayed in different
lights in the story. When Emenike dies, </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">because</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
of what many believe to be lock-chest (even though Okachi</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">,
Ihuoma's mother</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> believes Madume caused it), everybody saw
the need to bury him the proper way. In short, Ihuoma with almost all the
people of Omakachi believe that Emenike was highly honoured, due to the expensive
and glamorous burial ceremony for which many people came from far and near. </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">In</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
contrast, Madume's death is an eye-sore</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">. Therefore,</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
the tradition dictates that he must neither be mourned nor be given a grand
second burial. This is because suicide is c</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">onsidered a taboo. In order </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">to</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> prevent
his </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">evil
corpse</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> from affecting
others,</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
his body will </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">have</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> to be disposed of in the deep forest</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">,</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
like an animal. Also noteworthy in relation to death in the story is the idea
that</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">,</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
there is no natural death</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">;</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> that one way or
another a man's death must have been caused by either man or a supernatural
force. For instance, bo</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">th Eminike and Madume's death is</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
linked to the Sea-King </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">who so love and is jealous of, </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">his
mysterious wife Ihuoma, he punishes anyone that threatens or loves her with
death. Even the fine, admirable character in the story, Ekwueme, is not spared the
wrath of the fiery Sea-King. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Closely related to the
theme of death is widowhood. Interestingly, this theme</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> is recurrent</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
in many African pieces by prominent authors such as Isidore Okpewho in <i>The Last Duty</i>, Mariama Ba in <i>So Long a Letter</i>, Bayo Adebowale in <i>Lonely Days</i> among others. In all of
them, the maltreatment and psychological trauma the widow goes through in the name
of custom and tradition is never left out. This practice is so ingrained in </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">many</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
traditional African culture</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">s</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> that one wonders if
being a </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">woman</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">in some
parts of Africa </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">is a curse. If not, why </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">should
there</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">
always be widow's rites and not widow</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">er</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">'s
rites? Why on earth must a woman go through pain and suffering </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">because
her husband died? M</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">ost writers </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">who have
so much dwelled on this issue of </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">marriage</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> ask
these questions often.</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">To many, marriage </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">is
regarded as the eternal union between a man and a woman sealed by an
unconditional love. While many people might agree to this definition, others
might ask that the last part "...sealed by an unconditional love" be
removed. In any case, these questions usually come to mind any time </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">this
issue </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">surfaces:
What makes a successful marriage? Is it sex or true love? Must the partner be a
virgin? What is the problem with marrying a widow? Children or not, don't they also have the right to love or to sex? Why must couple quarrel in </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">their
first few weeks of</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> wedlock? All of these seem to be Elechi
Amadi's concern in the novel. Ekwueme</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">’s love affair with </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Ahurol</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">e then </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">Ih</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">uoma</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> is reflecting</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">these
questions. In short, when we consider Ihuoma's reluctance to accept Ekwueme's
advances and the latter's </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">defilement</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;"> of the tradition of </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">betrothal</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">,
we would realise that neither love nor sexual desire precedes a successful marriage.
What happens when two people are "forcefully" made to enter into the marital union is reflected in Ekwueme's disappointment in himself a few days
after marrying his </span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">betrothed Ahurole. About this, the narrator observes</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">"Ekwueme was
annoyed with himself. Before marriage he thought he know all the answers to
domestic problems and vowed that when he got married he would never have to
call in a third party, not even his parents, to decide anything between him and
his wife. He used to despise men who had to beat their wives call in
arbitrators to settle disputes every other day. Now that he was one of them, he
felt confused." (page 143)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">The indisputable fact
that all human beings are bound to their fate is also an important issue in <i>The Concubine</i>. The freer we think we are
from our fate the closer we get to it. Whether we like it or not, what will be
will be. This moral essence seems to be the major thrust of the story. Just as
Odewale in Ola Rotimi's classic play, <i>The
Gods Are Not to Blame</i> cannot escape from the grip of his fate, despite all
efforts made to achieve that, Ekwueme's determination to marry Ihuoma by all
means is also to no avail. W</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">ith this, Elechi Amadi a</span><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">ppears
to aver that nothing in life is done or undone except that there is a
supernatural touch to it. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 150%;">In conclusion, Elechi Amadi's
<i>The Concubine</i> is a unique novel written
in such a way that we as readers see ourselves in it. The struggles, pain, love,
hate, death and other issues treated therein are indeed a reflection of our
humanity. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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life of Ihuoma as she goes through life in ways too difficult for her to
fathom, <i>The Concubine</i> by Elechi Amadi
is a deep, detailed and traditionally enriching account of love and uncertainty
of life.</span><br />
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is bordered by Chiolu, Aliji and Emigwe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">The
Concubine</span></i><span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> by Elechi Amadi centres round the 22-year old
Ihuoma, a beautiful, gentle and charming woman whose personality is second to
none in the entire village of Omokachi and its environ. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Emenike, Ihuoma's husband has just had a scuffle
with Madume over a land dispute. Even though Emenike beat the stubborn,
egoistic Madume in the fight, he is later to suffer from what is regarded as
'lock-chest'. But after series of divinations and medicines by the highly
regarded Anyika, the medicine man, Emenike passes on, leaving his wife, Ihuoma and
their four children behind. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Quite naturally, the rumour has spread that Emenike
could not have died naturally; that Madume must definitely have killed his
enemy with the use of juju. Even, Okachi, Ihuoma's mother is not surprised by
this rumour. Consoling her daughter in her compound, she has this conversation
with her:<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">'Kaka, do you think
that that fight caused his death?' Ihuoma asked in an undertone.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">'I thought it was
"lock-chest.'<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">'But what brought about
the lock-chest?'<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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the rain.'<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">'Was that the first
time he had worked under the rain? No, my child, we know what happened to him.
Amadioha will kill them one by one.' (page 21)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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woman, in spite of her young age. Even though she has her doubts and fear of
the unknown in the guise of nightmares and hallucinations, her doggedness and
homely character through the lonely, dreadful period of widowhood has won many
people to her side. Everywhere she goes, she is often regarded highly and is
envied. But what seems to be so charming about her is her resourcefulness throughout
the burial rites. It is such a huge ceremony that many believe will wear her
out. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">At the end of her mourning period, Ihuoma looks radiant,
as before; her beauty is so enchanting, she has become the cynosure of all eyes
in the entire village. The raining season approaches and Ihuoma's roofs need
some thatching. His well-meaning brother-in-law, Nnadi alongside his friends:
Wakiri and Ekwueme come to her aid. But unknown to Nnadi, Ekwe as he is fondly
called by many, is interested in the widow. His first attempt at winning Ihuoma
over fails; his guts to bear out his mind to her fail him and he goes home
dejected. The next day he tells his mother about the nightmare he has had in
the night: 'Emenike and others tried to drag me across a stream in a dream.'
(page 50)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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is lusting after the beautiful woman. After a failed attempt to make his wife,
Wolu, convey his message of love to Ihuoma, he goes arrogantly to tell the
woman himself. But his mission is soon aborted and he comes home limping, with
a badly injured toe. Anyika, the famous dibia, has barely helped him overcome
the injury when again he decides to harass the young Ihuoma at her husband's
farm. Threatening to cut down a branch of a banana in reaction to Nnadi's
daring him to do so, he is spat into in the eyes by a spitting cobra. Then he
transfers his aggression to everyone around him including his household and the
elders. Frustrated and miserable, he commits suicide. As a tradition, his body
is to be taken far away from the village and thrown into the deep forest.
Worse, there will be no mourning, no second burial in his honour. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2016/02/the-plot-of-harvest-of-corruption.html">Suggested: Read the Plot of Harvest of Corruption</a></b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Madume's death notwithstanding, music, which has
been a very potent medicine that heals every wound of worry and tribulations
anyone might be dealing with in the village of Omokachi, cannot be stopped. It
is a successful Dance Festival as Ekwueme, Mmam, Wakiri, the clown, treat
everyone to sonorous and interesting songs to which people, man, and woman, young
and old gyrate their body. After all, life is too serious an experience not to
have some moment for pleasure. Amidst this fanfare, Ekwueme finally proposes to
Ihuoma. But as a wise woman who is deeply rooted in the ways of the people, she
declines because he is already betrothed to Ahurole, another girl from her own
village, Omigwe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Upon hearing the love affair between his son and the
widow, Wigwe, Ekwe's father, cunningly asks Ihuoma on his son's behalf whether
she will marry him. Expectedly, the answer is no. Wigwe along with his wife,
Adaku, will not stop there. They must eliminate every obstacle in the way. So,
the marriage ceremony that is supposed to take a year is speedily arranged in six
months. Finally, the young man is successfully married to Ahurole. However, the
marriage is soon short-lived, as Ekwueme cannot put up with his wife's
consistent nagging and sulking. This makes him remember Ihuoma a lot. But the
last straw that broke the camel's back is when Ahurole catches his husband
inside Ihuoma's compound, pretending to be searching for the lost she-goat. This
so anger Ahurole that she goes to her mother's and explains what has happened.
She advises her to get a love potion from Anyika, if she must tie down her
husband’s love to herself alone. But the expert medicine man warns her thus: <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">'I am sure you have
seen active and intelligent men suddenly become passive, stupid and dependent.
That is what love potion can do. So go and settle your differences with your
husband peacefully. If you insist you must go somewhere else.' (page 159)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Chiolu where she gets the love potion. But the resultant effect is devastating:
rather than love Ahurole Ekwe goes berserk, to the extent that the entire
village goes in search of him. He is later to be found on top of a tree armed
with a cub daring anyone to disturb him. All efforts to make him come down from
the tree proved futile until he starts to mumble Ihuoma's name. She is fetched
and on seeing him, the troubled young man descends the tree. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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unless Ihuoma is present. In fact, she is the only one he talks to. After his
recovery, he convinces his troubled parents of his intention to marry Ihuoma. Fearing
that he might resort to his old self, and thinking the move worthwhile a reward
for Ihuoma's assistance during their son's troubled moments, they give in. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Meanwhile, Ahurole has fled and has joined her
parents. Wagbara, her father has to return the bride price paid on her. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">But that is not the end of the trouble with the poor
Ekwueme. Though Nnadi, Ihuoma's brother-in-law has consented to the marriage,
Ekwueme has one more hurdle to cross: Anyika proposes divination before the
bride price is paid. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Most shocking is the dibia's divination. Ekwueme is taken
to Anyinka, the best medicine man in Omokachi who divines that the lover boy
will be destroyed if he goes ahead to marry the widow. The reason is that
Ihuoma is a sea-goddess from birth whom has been married to the proud and
jealous Sea-King who kills anyone who marries her. However, if the Sea-King is
appeased through powerful sacrifices he could still allow Ekwueme to be
Ihuoma's concubine. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">But Ekwueme and his parents will not believe this
story entirely unless they try another medicine man. So off they go to Aliji,
another village far away from Omokachi. There they meet Agwoturumbe, an equally
powerful but boastful dibia, who tells them the same story as Anyika has done.
However, unlike Anyika, he believes he possesses the powers to disarm the
deadly Sea-King from harming Ekwueme. But this will be in the form of sacrifices
that will involve himself, Ekwe and Wigwe. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">All is set for the sacrifice except one thing -- the
multi-coloured lizard. Even this Ekwe has sent for the little boys around to
handle. As Agwoturumbe, the hired dibia, is getting set for the sacrifice,
Nwonna's barbed arrow which has missed a lizard it was targeted at, hits
Ekwueme in the belly as he stands from where he and his wife-to-be, Ihuoma,
have been fondling each other, to see how well the preparation is going. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">And then: ‘The Spirit of Death was known to take
away people's souls shortly after midnight. That was when Ekwueme died.’ (page
216)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">This closing of <i>The
Concubine</i> by Elechi Amadi is particularly striking. It leaves the reader
with thoughts on the irreversible power of destiny. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Of course, we all want to be
exceptionally successful, right? Sure. From being financially independent to getting
married to the best woman in the world, our success is tied to the things that
make us feel fulfilled in life. But the question is, what do you do that will
lead you to discover those things from which you can derive true happiness.</span><br />
<a name='more'></a><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"> <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Below is a list of 13 unique ways to
live an exceptionally successful life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">1. Find Yourself<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;">What brings you to life? What makes you
glow with pride? What’s your passion? Look inward; know your strengths and
weaknesses. Focus on your strengths and don't let your weaknesses weigh you
down. When you do this, you have already set the ball in motion towards living
an exceptionally successful life.</span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">What’s your ambition in life? Put them
into writing. Make a list of daily activities and follow it religiously. Note the
things you enjoy doing consistently. Give yourself a plan: within five months,
for instance, work hard on your plans and stick to them. When you do so, you’re
on your way to living a successful life. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">You can't be exceptionally successful if
you don't develop yourself. Attend seminars and workshops where you will get
ideas on how to do things differently. And
by doing so you get to meet successful people who will inspire you.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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like-minded people<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Be with those that understand your dreams
and your goals, those that will encourage you to go on. People that will put
you back on track when you fail and those you can look up to.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Try your best to work hard and be productive
both at work and at home. Don't use the whole day to watch TV when you have
things to do. Be innovative too, try new things and see what works best for
you. Being productive entails doing what one knows how to do consistently
without fear of failure. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Use at least an hour a day to read books
that will develop you personally. But reading alone isn’t enough; learning from
it is more important. When you read and imbibe the lessons from what you’ve
read, you’re opening up a new world of opportunities for yourself. Read biographies
of great men, especially in your own field. It will motivate you and make you
live an exceptionally successful life.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;"><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2011/12/buchi-emecheta-short-biography.html">Suggested: Read the Biography of Buchi Emecheta</a></span></b><br />
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">You don't have to have the money to
start that business. You also need the drive. You should be able to convince
that person that has the money, write the business proposal, look for the best
in the field, partner with them and rise through them. It's one of the unique
ways to be exceptionally successful.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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but you’re scared to take the plunge? Come on, just do it. How would you know
what you’re capable of when you haven’t tried. Make your findings and take the
big leap. It's always worth it, and if it doesn't work that way, it doesn't
mean you will relent. If you make mistakes, you try to learn from them.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">9. Live within your means<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Living within your means is the best
thing to work towards the success ladder. You can't be earning less and be
living large. How do you want to balance it up? Even if one has the money to
spend, that doesn't mean you should spend it frivolously. Save for the rainy
days, you will be glad you did.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">10. Be generous and kind<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Generosity takes you a long way. Don't
be selfish in your act. Those you are generous to will look up to you. Find
time to help people. At some points in our lives, we often realize that it's
not all about money. Try help with the household chores if you are a man, help
your kids, help people in your neighbourhood; <a href="https://addicted2success.com/life/3-practical-ways-to-leave-your-legacy-when-youre-gone/" target="_blank">be kind to people</a><a href="https://addicted2success.com/life/3-practical-ways-to-leave-your-legacy-when-youre-gone/" target="_blank" title="http:// http://www.dumblittleman.com/21-simple-ways-to-live-exceptional-life/">. </a>Set up a water stand where you know people will pass
to drink, plant a tree, lift people up, pay for someone's school fees, see life
in other people's perspectives. The fulfilment in doing it is much better than
the ‘thank you’ you'll receive. According to Albert Einstein, ‘only a life
lived for others is a life worthwhile.’<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">11. Have a good mentor<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Have someone you will look up to,
someone that can advise you, someone, that will put you through life. I realized
people that have mentors climb up the ladder of success very fast and are
always exceptional.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">12. Be honest<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Be honest in your dealings. Honesty and
success are inseparable. If both you and your partners agreed on something,
don't go behind their back to do something else. If you really want to become
exceptionally successful, you should try to protect your integrity. Nothing good
comes after losing one’s dignity.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<b><span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">13. Take care of you<o:p></o:p></span></b></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">Taking good care of everything of yours
is an indispensable ingredient for becoming successful. Charity begins at home,
right? Chasing after success at the expense of your loved ones isn’t a great
move. Keep friends and foes close. Without any of these, you won’t know how far
nor how well you’ve fared. Your body is key: nourish and exercise it. Feed your
mind with positive thoughts always. When you do this, you’re on your way to being successful.</span><span lang="EN-US"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span lang="EN-US" style="font-family: "times new roman" , "serif"; font-size: 12pt; line-height: 115%;">We all want to become successful in
life. But oftentimes we think we must engage in tedious activities and surround
ourselves with demigods to achieve this. But this is not the case. If we can
only follow the unique ways to becoming exceptionally successful above, we
would realize how close we are to our goals. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Sodiq Yusufhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12559748143725756101noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5012881001958683415.post-61470869839398134272017-04-11T21:55:00.001+01:002022-02-11T18:59:57.712+01:00Biography of Mariama Bâ<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Senegalese author and
feminist, </span><em><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mariama
Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;">, was born on the 29th of April
1929. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Mariama's early life
encompasses the struggle to get educated in an atmosphere where females were
denied access to equal opportunities as their male counterparts. It is however
ironic that young Mariama was born into a home of highly educated parents in
Dakar, where she lived with her family. Her father was a civil servant who
later became one of the first ministers of the State – Health Minister, in 1956.
Her grandfather at that period interpreted for the French Occupation Regime.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">However, Mariama’s privileged
upbringing was cut short when her mother died. So she had to be groomed by her maternal
grandparents who were steeped in the cultural and traditional way of living.
All of these experiences restricted her exposure, little wonder she only spent
her early years in the French school, combining Quranic studies with the French
studies. But through these times, </span><em><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;">'s father
never left her. He became her second teacher. He made sure she was able to read
French fluently, and took her on tour while he worked for sometimes in Dahomey,
now the Benin Republic. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Despite the countering forces
of </span><em><span face=""arial" , "sans-serif"" style="background: white; font-style: normal;">Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;">'s maternal grandparents, her father ensured he gave
his best to see her presentable and fulfilled through education, the best
legacy. Berthe Maubert, Mariama's French teacher, proved helpful too. She
taught her the basics, the reading and writing, and was supportive throughout
that period.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Throughout her Arabic school,
</span><em><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> was focused and determined to succeed despite apparent
challenges. She excelled as the best student with the highest score in a West African competition, automatically gaining admission into one of the best French training schools – the Ecole
Normale de Rufisque.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">After her secondary studies, Mariama
trained as a teacher. She taught for 12 years (1947 - 1959) before she was
transferred to the Regional Inspectorate of teaching as an educational
inspector. There her writing muse was born. In her early works, she acknowledged the
efforts of her teachers and grandmother; all were great influence to her
writing prowess.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;"><b><a href="https://sodiqyusuf.blogspot.com/2014/04/a-short-biography-of-chimamanda-ngozi.html">Suggested: Biography of Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie</a></b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Une si Longue Lettre, translated,
as <i>So Long a Letter</i>, was </span><em><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;">'s first novel published in 1979. The novella expresses
Mariama’s empathy for African women as they go through the unnecessary, overwhelming
exercise of traditional superstitions. She depicts the sorrow a widow
(Ramatoulaye), faces at the death of her husband (Moudou Fall) which forces her
to resign and resume mourning with his younger wife. <i>So Long a Letter</i>, like twilight, became popular and widely accepted
especially Africa women. Written in French, the novella was translated into
English, Dutch, German, Japanese, Russian, and Swedish within a short time.
Abiola Irele described the piece as "the most deeply felt presentation of
the female condition in African fiction." In addition, the work also won
the first prize in Noma for African Publishing in 1980.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<em><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mariama
Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;"> was said to have strongly opposed feminism and
supported women's empowerment instead. She wrote and spoke in local and
international newspapers about this. Her immense contributions were felt in the
nooks and crannies of the African continent as issues treated in the novella resonated
with an unimaginable number of people, mostly married women. <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">Apart from <i>So Long a Letter</i>, Mariama also came up
with Political Function of African Literature in 1981. She states firmly in it
the strength of a woman in the development of Africa. She believes every woman
contributes to the growth and welfare of the nation. </span><span style="font-size: 12pt;">Mariama would not have
stopped at that, however, a prolonged health condition terminated her progress
shortly before her second novel, </span><i style="font-size: 12pt;">The
Scarlet Song</i><span style="font-size: 12pt;">, was published in 1986. At the time, she was a mother of nine,
married to Obeye Diop, a member of the parliament in Senegal whom she later
divorced. So up till her death, she was a dogged and focused single parent.</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 12pt;">To recognise </span><em><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mariama Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;">’s immense contributions to Senegalese literature, a
school founded in 1977 by Leopold Sedar Senghor, first president of Senegal,
was named after her. The school stood as a learning centre for selected
Senegalese students who did excellently well in their entry examinations.
Students from a11 regions of Senegal had the opportunity to attend the school
all their remaining years.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<em><span style="background: white; font-size: 12pt; font-style: normal; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold; mso-fareast-font-family: "Times New Roman";">Mariama
Bâ</span></em><span style="font-size: 12pt;">, who died on August 17, 1981, was
an epitome of courage and steadfastness, not only in her personal life, but
also in her strategic contributions to Africa and particularly women's world.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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