• Juju music legend Ebenezer Obey debunks death rumour, says ‘I am alive and well’... #Aidee #News
    Juju music legend Ebenezer Obey debunks death rumour, says ‘I am alive and well’... #Aidee #News
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  • She Chose the Man Nobody Wanted, But What She Discovered Will Shock You

    In the dusty little village of Akur Ruba, people never forget how they laughed the day Ada married Ema—the man nobody wanted.

    Ema was the village’s poorest farmer. His house had cracked walls, a leaking roof, and no future—at least, that's what everyone believed. He owned nothing but a rusted hoe and dreams that barely kept him alive. Even the poorest in the village pitied his family.

    He was raised by his aging grandparents, Grandpa and Grandma Obi, and despite their poverty, Grandpa Obi carried a cheerful spirit and a belief that one day, Ema would shine.

    “Son,” he always said, “there’s more hope in a living dog than a dead lion. Just keep your hands clean and keep working.”

    But no matter how hard Ema worked, no lady wanted him.
    They mocked him.
    Laughed in his face.

    “Can you even afford my bride price?” one lady sneered.
    “Maybe sell your father's old bicycle first!” another laughed.

    He bore it all—until one day, fate intervened.

    Ema met Ada, a quiet orphan from a nearby village, who had nothing to her name but an old, squeaky sewing machine and a tiny patch of land. No family. No support. Just raw strength and humility. Like Ema, she had also known hunger, rejection, and pain.

    They connected instantly—two broken souls, stitched together by survival and simplicity.

    One day, under the shade of an old mango tree, Ema asked,

    “Will you marry me?”

    She smiled, wiping tears from her eyes.

    “Yes, but I have no parents. Just an elderly couple who treat me like their daughter. They can stand for me.”

    And so, with borrowed clothes and empty pockets, they did a low-key traditional wedding. No music. No food. No glamour. Just love.

    The village laughed louder than ever.

    “Poverty married poverty!”
    “Perfect match! At least now they can starve together!”

    But they didn’t care.

    They went to the farm together. Ate from the same plate. Shared stories, laughter, and hope. What others saw as disgrace, they lived as joy.

    Then, everything changed.

    One sunny afternoon, Ema was clearing a part of his farm when he came upon a stubborn tree with roots as deep as his struggles. He tried to uproot it, but something told him,

    “Keep digging.”

    And he did.

    He dug and dug—his fingers bleeding, sweat dripping—until he saw something shiny lodged in the dirt. He reached in…

    It was a massive diamond.

    Heart pounding, he wrapped it up and ran home.

    His grandfather's eyes widened.

    “Do you know what this is, son? This… this is a miracle.”

    The next morning, they traveled to the city to meet Grandpa’s old friend—a trustworthy goldsmith. After examining the stone, the man looked up and whispered,

    “This isn’t just a diamond. It’s one of the rarest and most valuable stones I’ve ever seen.”

    That day, everything changed.

    They sold the diamond and used the money wisely—investing, building, helping others. Ema and Ada became the wealthiest couple in the entire region.

    And those who once mocked?

    They watched in silence as Ema built a mansion right where their cracked house once stood. He bought his grandfather a brand new car to replace the rusted bicycle. He set up a fashion institute for Ada, who trained and empowered other orphan girls.

    One of the same women who had once laughed at Ema now came to Ada for a job. Ada simply smiled and said,

    “Life can change. Be kind to everyone. You never know where they’ll be tomorrow.”

    Ema—the man nobody wanted—became the man everyone wished they had chosen.

    So the next time you want to laugh at someone’s beginning, remember:
    God writes the most beautiful stories from the roughest pages.

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    She Chose the Man Nobody Wanted, But What She Discovered Will Shock You In the dusty little village of Akur Ruba, people never forget how they laughed the day Ada married Ema—the man nobody wanted. Ema was the village’s poorest farmer. His house had cracked walls, a leaking roof, and no future—at least, that's what everyone believed. He owned nothing but a rusted hoe and dreams that barely kept him alive. Even the poorest in the village pitied his family. He was raised by his aging grandparents, Grandpa and Grandma Obi, and despite their poverty, Grandpa Obi carried a cheerful spirit and a belief that one day, Ema would shine. “Son,” he always said, “there’s more hope in a living dog than a dead lion. Just keep your hands clean and keep working.” But no matter how hard Ema worked, no lady wanted him. They mocked him. Laughed in his face. “Can you even afford my bride price?” one lady sneered. “Maybe sell your father's old bicycle first!” another laughed. He bore it all—until one day, fate intervened. Ema met Ada, a quiet orphan from a nearby village, who had nothing to her name but an old, squeaky sewing machine and a tiny patch of land. No family. No support. Just raw strength and humility. Like Ema, she had also known hunger, rejection, and pain. They connected instantly—two broken souls, stitched together by survival and simplicity. One day, under the shade of an old mango tree, Ema asked, “Will you marry me?” She smiled, wiping tears from her eyes. “Yes, but I have no parents. Just an elderly couple who treat me like their daughter. They can stand for me.” And so, with borrowed clothes and empty pockets, they did a low-key traditional wedding. No music. No food. No glamour. Just love. The village laughed louder than ever. “Poverty married poverty!” “Perfect match! At least now they can starve together!” But they didn’t care. They went to the farm together. Ate from the same plate. Shared stories, laughter, and hope. What others saw as disgrace, they lived as joy. Then, everything changed. One sunny afternoon, Ema was clearing a part of his farm when he came upon a stubborn tree with roots as deep as his struggles. He tried to uproot it, but something told him, “Keep digging.” And he did. He dug and dug—his fingers bleeding, sweat dripping—until he saw something shiny lodged in the dirt. He reached in… It was a massive diamond. Heart pounding, he wrapped it up and ran home. His grandfather's eyes widened. “Do you know what this is, son? This… this is a miracle.” The next morning, they traveled to the city to meet Grandpa’s old friend—a trustworthy goldsmith. After examining the stone, the man looked up and whispered, “This isn’t just a diamond. It’s one of the rarest and most valuable stones I’ve ever seen.” That day, everything changed. They sold the diamond and used the money wisely—investing, building, helping others. Ema and Ada became the wealthiest couple in the entire region. And those who once mocked? They watched in silence as Ema built a mansion right where their cracked house once stood. He bought his grandfather a brand new car to replace the rusted bicycle. He set up a fashion institute for Ada, who trained and empowered other orphan girls. One of the same women who had once laughed at Ema now came to Ada for a job. Ada simply smiled and said, “Life can change. Be kind to everyone. You never know where they’ll be tomorrow.” Ema—the man nobody wanted—became the man everyone wished they had chosen. So the next time you want to laugh at someone’s beginning, remember: 🌟 God writes the most beautiful stories from the roughest pages. FOLLOW UP TO BE NOTIFIED IMMEDIATELY I POST THE NEXT PART 👉👉Amazing Memer
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  • Never forget when Micheal Jackson decided to do a feature film that show cased the greatness of Blàck Africans in ancient Egypt(Kemet), in the 90s!!This is the most accurate depiction of the Kemetyu Africàns ever put in the mainstream media. His friends Steven Spielberg and David Geffen refused to help Micheal because of this, so he decided to finànce the music video himself. https://bit.ly/Reeadmore

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    Never forget when Micheal Jackson decided to do a feature film that show cased the greatness of Blàck Africans in ancient Egypt(Kemet), in the 90s!!This is the most accurate depiction of the Kemetyu Africàns ever put in the mainstream media. His friends Steven Spielberg and David Geffen refused to help Micheal because of this, so he decided to finànce the music video himself. https://bit.ly/Reeadmore Follow Your Africa Nation
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    Davido sends a private Jet to pick up a fan who has been supporting his music . She is popularly known as the 30 Bg Queen . She is a hype woman who has been supporting Davido for years . Davido sent a private jet to take her to Paris for his Album release party .

    Davido is really God’s sent . This young woman is going to Paris for the first time now cus of Davido with everything paid .

    Davido has a beautiful heart
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  • 50 HABITS OF HIGHLY CREATIVE PEOPLE
    1. THEY OBSERVE CLOSELY
    Creative people notice the details others overlook and draw inspiration from everyday life.
    2. THEY ASK QUESTIONS CONSTANTLY
    They are curious about how things work, why things are the way they are, and what could be done differently.
    3. THEY EMBRACE SOLITUDE
    Spending time alone helps them reflect, brainstorm, and incubate ideas.
    4. THEY KEEP A JOURNAL
    They write down thoughts, observations, dreams, and ideas regularly for future use.
    5. THEY CARRY A NOTEBOOK EVERYWHERE
    They never let ideas slip away—jotting them down immediately.
    6. THEY EXPERIMENT FEARLESSLY
    Creatives test new concepts without fear of failure.
    7. THEY LEARN FROM FAILURE
    They treat mistakes as stepping stones to success.
    8. THEY DAYDREAM PURPOSEFULLY
    They allow their minds to wander, often discovering new ideas in the process.
    9. THEY PLAY REGULARLY
    Playfulness stimulates imagination and innovation.
    10. THEY VALUE ORIGINALITY OVER CONFORMITY
    They prioritize uniqueness and resist the pressure to follow the crowd.
    11. THEY SURROUND THEMSELVES WITH INSPIRATION
    Art, books, colors, or music—they create an environment that sparks creativity.
    12. THEY COLLABORATE
    They know that great ideas can come from diverse perspectives.
    13. THEY CHALLENGE ASSUMPTIONS
    They don’t take things at face value—they question the status quo.
    14. THEY EMBRACE AMBIGUITY
    They are comfortable with uncertainty and unresolved ideas.
    15. THEY SCHEDULE THINKING TIME
    They set aside time specifically to think, brainstorm, or meditate on ideas.
    16. THEY LIMIT DISTRACTIONS
    They focus deeply, often turning off devices or isolating themselves when creating.
    17. THEY FOLLOW THEIR PASSIONS
    They pursue what excites them, which fuels their creative energy.
    18. THEY READ WIDELY AND OFTEN
    Exposure to different subjects, genres, and styles feeds their imagination.
    19. THEY LISTEN ACTIVELY
    They pay attention and learn from the thoughts and experiences of others.
    20. THEY KEEP AN OPEN MIND
    They consider unusual ideas and approaches without immediate judgment.
    21. THEY TAKE RISKS
    They aren’t afraid to take creative leaps or face rejection.
    22. THEY CULTIVATE PATIENCE
    They know that great ideas often take time to develop.
    23. THEY TRUST THEIR INSTINCTS
    They rely on intuition to guide creative decisions.
    24. THEY PRACTICE MINDFULNESS
    They stay present and aware, which heightens sensitivity to inspiration.
    25. THEY STAY CURIOUS
    Their constant desire to explore keeps their creativity alive.
    26. THEY LIMIT PERFECTIONISM
    They allow room for imperfection and focus on progress rather than flawlessness.
    27. THEY MEDITATE OR PRAY
    Some use spiritual or calming practices to center themselves and boost insight.
    28. THEY SEEK OUT NEW EXPERIENCES
    Travel, hobbies, and unfamiliar settings help them think in new ways.
    29. THEY THINK VISUALLY
    They sketch, map, or visualize their thoughts to process ideas differently.
    30. THEY BREAK ROUTINES
    They intentionally change habits to stimulate fresh thinking.
    31. THEY TAKE BREAKS
    Resting helps renew the mind and encourages creative incubation.
    32. THEY PRACTICE THEIR CRAFT DAILY
    Whether writing, drawing, or coding—they build skill and confidence through consistency.
    33. THEY FIND PATTERNS IN CHAOS
    They make connections where others see disorder.
    34. THEY USE METAPHORS AND ANALOGIES
    They explain concepts by relating them to other known ideas creatively.
    35. THEY LIMIT THEIR TOOLS SOMETIMES
    Constraints often spark greater creativity by forcing innovation.
    36. THEY TEACH OTHERS
    Explaining ideas clarifies their own thinking and stimulates new ideas.
    37. THEY EMBRACE VULNERABILITY
    They’re willing to share their authentic selves, which brings emotional depth to their work.
    38. THEY CELEBRATE SMALL WINS
    They find joy in small breakthroughs that motivate bigger achievements.
    39. THEY COLLECT THINGS
    Books, quotes, images, or objects—collections serve as a creative reservoir.
    40. THEY EXERCISE REGULARLY
    Physical movement boosts mental clarity and creativity.
    41. THEY USE MUSIC STRATEGICALLY
    Music inspires mood, focus, and energy depending on the creative need.
    42. THEY PRACTICE GRATITUDE
    Appreciating life boosts positivity and openness to ideas.
    43. THEY REFLECT ON THEIR WORK
    Regular reflection refines their ideas and creative direction.
    44. THEY FOLLOW A MORNING ROUTINE
    Structured starts help focus energy and intention for the day.
    45. THEY DREAM BIG
    They envision possibilities beyond current limits.
    46. THEY CREATE FOR THEMSELVES FIRST
    They prioritize authenticity and self-expression over popularity.
    47. THEY BUILD CREATIVE RITUALS
    Habits like lighting a candle or drinking tea help trigger creative flow.
    48. THEY PRACTICE DISCIPLINE
    Creativity requires consistent effort, not just bursts of inspiration.
    49. THEY HAVE A GROWTH MINDSET
    They believe abilities can be developed through effort and learning.
    50. THEY NEVER STOP LEARNING
    50 HABITS OF HIGHLY CREATIVE PEOPLE 1. THEY OBSERVE CLOSELY Creative people notice the details others overlook and draw inspiration from everyday life. 2. THEY ASK QUESTIONS CONSTANTLY They are curious about how things work, why things are the way they are, and what could be done differently. 3. THEY EMBRACE SOLITUDE Spending time alone helps them reflect, brainstorm, and incubate ideas. 4. THEY KEEP A JOURNAL They write down thoughts, observations, dreams, and ideas regularly for future use. 5. THEY CARRY A NOTEBOOK EVERYWHERE They never let ideas slip away—jotting them down immediately. 6. THEY EXPERIMENT FEARLESSLY Creatives test new concepts without fear of failure. 7. THEY LEARN FROM FAILURE They treat mistakes as stepping stones to success. 8. THEY DAYDREAM PURPOSEFULLY They allow their minds to wander, often discovering new ideas in the process. 9. THEY PLAY REGULARLY Playfulness stimulates imagination and innovation. 10. THEY VALUE ORIGINALITY OVER CONFORMITY They prioritize uniqueness and resist the pressure to follow the crowd. 11. THEY SURROUND THEMSELVES WITH INSPIRATION Art, books, colors, or music—they create an environment that sparks creativity. 12. THEY COLLABORATE They know that great ideas can come from diverse perspectives. 13. THEY CHALLENGE ASSUMPTIONS They don’t take things at face value—they question the status quo. 14. THEY EMBRACE AMBIGUITY They are comfortable with uncertainty and unresolved ideas. 15. THEY SCHEDULE THINKING TIME They set aside time specifically to think, brainstorm, or meditate on ideas. 16. THEY LIMIT DISTRACTIONS They focus deeply, often turning off devices or isolating themselves when creating. 17. THEY FOLLOW THEIR PASSIONS They pursue what excites them, which fuels their creative energy. 18. THEY READ WIDELY AND OFTEN Exposure to different subjects, genres, and styles feeds their imagination. 19. THEY LISTEN ACTIVELY They pay attention and learn from the thoughts and experiences of others. 20. THEY KEEP AN OPEN MIND They consider unusual ideas and approaches without immediate judgment. 21. THEY TAKE RISKS They aren’t afraid to take creative leaps or face rejection. 22. THEY CULTIVATE PATIENCE They know that great ideas often take time to develop. 23. THEY TRUST THEIR INSTINCTS They rely on intuition to guide creative decisions. 24. THEY PRACTICE MINDFULNESS They stay present and aware, which heightens sensitivity to inspiration. 25. THEY STAY CURIOUS Their constant desire to explore keeps their creativity alive. 26. THEY LIMIT PERFECTIONISM They allow room for imperfection and focus on progress rather than flawlessness. 27. THEY MEDITATE OR PRAY Some use spiritual or calming practices to center themselves and boost insight. 28. THEY SEEK OUT NEW EXPERIENCES Travel, hobbies, and unfamiliar settings help them think in new ways. 29. THEY THINK VISUALLY They sketch, map, or visualize their thoughts to process ideas differently. 30. THEY BREAK ROUTINES They intentionally change habits to stimulate fresh thinking. 31. THEY TAKE BREAKS Resting helps renew the mind and encourages creative incubation. 32. THEY PRACTICE THEIR CRAFT DAILY Whether writing, drawing, or coding—they build skill and confidence through consistency. 33. THEY FIND PATTERNS IN CHAOS They make connections where others see disorder. 34. THEY USE METAPHORS AND ANALOGIES They explain concepts by relating them to other known ideas creatively. 35. THEY LIMIT THEIR TOOLS SOMETIMES Constraints often spark greater creativity by forcing innovation. 36. THEY TEACH OTHERS Explaining ideas clarifies their own thinking and stimulates new ideas. 37. THEY EMBRACE VULNERABILITY They’re willing to share their authentic selves, which brings emotional depth to their work. 38. THEY CELEBRATE SMALL WINS They find joy in small breakthroughs that motivate bigger achievements. 39. THEY COLLECT THINGS Books, quotes, images, or objects—collections serve as a creative reservoir. 40. THEY EXERCISE REGULARLY Physical movement boosts mental clarity and creativity. 41. THEY USE MUSIC STRATEGICALLY Music inspires mood, focus, and energy depending on the creative need. 42. THEY PRACTICE GRATITUDE Appreciating life boosts positivity and openness to ideas. 43. THEY REFLECT ON THEIR WORK Regular reflection refines their ideas and creative direction. 44. THEY FOLLOW A MORNING ROUTINE Structured starts help focus energy and intention for the day. 45. THEY DREAM BIG They envision possibilities beyond current limits. 46. THEY CREATE FOR THEMSELVES FIRST They prioritize authenticity and self-expression over popularity. 47. THEY BUILD CREATIVE RITUALS Habits like lighting a candle or drinking tea help trigger creative flow. 48. THEY PRACTICE DISCIPLINE Creativity requires consistent effort, not just bursts of inspiration. 49. THEY HAVE A GROWTH MINDSET They believe abilities can be developed through effort and learning. 50. THEY NEVER STOP LEARNING
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  • 100 METAPHORS AND ANALOGIES
    METAPHOR:
    Metaphor is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable, in order to suggest a resemblance. It compares two unlike things directly without using "like" or "as".
    1. Time is a thief.
    2. Her voice is music to my ears.
    3. He has a heart of stone.
    4. The classroom was a zoo.
    5. Life is a rollercoaster.
    6. She’s a shining star.
    7. His mind is a steel trap.
    8. The world is a stage.
    9. He’s a walking encyclopedia.
    10. Her eyes were sparkling diamonds.
    Her eyes are bright and captivating.
    11. The thunder was a lion’s roar.
    The thunder is loud and powerful, like a lion's roar.
    12. His words were a double-edged sword.
    His words could have both positive and negative effects.
    13. She has a green thumb.
    She is skilled at gardening.
    14. The city is a jungle.
    The city is wild and chaotic.
    15. He’s a night owl.
    He stays up late and is active at night.
    16. Her smile is sunshine.
    Her smile brings warmth and happiness.
    17. The stars were diamonds in the sky.
    The stars are bright and sparkling, like diamonds.
    18. His temper was a volcano.
    His anger could erupt suddenly and violently.
    19. She’s a butterfly.
    She is graceful and delicate.
    20. The wind was a howling wolf.
    The wind made loud, eerie noises, like a wolf's howl.
    21. He’s a couch potato.
    He is lazy and inactive.
    22. Her mind is a maze.
    Her thoughts are complex and intricate.
    23. The lake was a mirror.
    The lake's surface was calm and reflective.
    24. He’s a rock.
    He is dependable and strong.
    25. Her laughter is a melody.
    Her laughter is pleasant and musical.
    26. The snow is a white blanket.
    The snow covers the ground completely, like a blanket.
    27. He’s a snake.
    He is deceitful and untrustworthy.
    28. Her hair is a golden river.
    Her hair flows smoothly and has a golden hue.
    29. The moon was a ghostly galleon.
    The moon is compared to a large, mysterious ship.
    30. His eyes were piercing lasers.
    His gaze was intense and penetrating.
    31. The fog is a thick curtain.
    The fog is dense and obscures vision, like a curtain.
    32. She’s a diamond in the rough.
    She has potential but needs refinement.
    33. His voice is velvet.
    His voice is smooth and soft.
    34. The car was a rocket.
    The car is extremely fast.
    35. Her eyes were pools of sorrow.
    Her eyes reflect deep sadness.
    36. The clouds were cotton balls.
    The clouds are fluffy and white.
    37. He’s a lion in battle.
    He is brave and fierce during conflicts.
    38. Her skin is porcelain.
    Her skin is smooth and pale.
    39. The night is a black veil.
    The night covers everything in darkness.
    40. He’s a ticking time bomb.
    He is likely to explode in anger soon.
    41. Her words were daggers.
    Her words were hurtful and sharp.
    42. The river was a snake.
    The river winds and twists like a snake.
    43. He’s a shining beacon.
    He provides guidance and hope.
    44. Her heart is an open book.
    She is transparent and honest.
    45. The storm was a raging bull.
    The storm was wild and uncontrollable.
    46. He’s a pillar of strength.
    He is a reliable source of support.
    47. Her mind is a sponge.
    She absorbs information quickly and easily.
    48. The computer is a brain.
    It processes and stores data like a human brain.
    49. His life is a train wreck.
    His life is chaotic and full of problems.
    50. The sun was a fiery eye.
    The sun is hot and watchful like a blazing eye.
    ANALOGY:
    An analogy is a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification. It shows how two different things are similar in a particular aspect, often using relationships or functions to explain.
    51. As a sword is to a warrior, a pen is to a writer.
    Just as a sword is a warrior's tool, a pen is a writer's.
    52. Bird is to nest as bee is to hive.
    Birds live in nests; bees live in hives.
    53. Hand is to glove as foot is to sock.
    A glove covers the hand; a sock covers the foot.
    54. Fire is to heat as ice is to cold.
    Fire produces heat; ice produces cold.
    55. Fish is to water as bird is to air.
    Fish live in water; birds live in the air.
    56. Wheel is to car as leg is to human.
    Wheels help cars move; legs help humans walk.
    57. Eye is to see as ear is to hear.
    Eyes are for seeing; ears are for hearing.
    58. Pupil is to school as patient is to hospital.
    Pupils are taught in schools; patients are treated in hospitals.
    59. Battery is to flashlight as fuel is to car.
    Batteries power flashlights; fuel powers cars.
    60. Seed is to tree as egg is to bird.
    Seeds grow into trees; eggs grow into birds.
    61. Chalk is to board as pen is to paper.
    Chalk writes on boards; pens write on paper.
    62. Cat is to kitten as dog is to puppy.
    A kitten is a baby cat; a puppy is a baby dog.
    63. Night is to moon as day is to sun.
    The moon appears at night; the sun appears in the day.
    64. Brain is to body as CPU is to computer.
    The brain controls the body; the CPU controls the computer.
    65. Painter is to brush as writer is to pen.
    A brush is a painter's tool; a pen is a writer's tool.
    66. Leaf is to tree as petal is to flower.
    Leaves are parts of trees; petals are parts of flowers.
    67. Fingers are to hand as toes are to foot.
    Fingers are part of the hand; toes are part of the foot.
    68. Knife is to cut as shovel is to dig.
    A knife cuts; a shovel digs.
    69. Smile is to happiness as frown is to sadness.
    A smile shows happiness; a frown shows sadness.
    70. Nose is to smell as tongue is to taste.
    The nose is used for smelling; the tongue for tasting.
    71. Roof is to house as lid is to pot.
    A roof covers a house; a lid covers a pot.
    72. Scissors are to cutting as broom is to sweeping.
    Scissors cut; brooms sweep.
    73. Doctor is to patient as teacher is to student.
    Doctors care for patients; teachers educate students.
    74. Bee is to hive as ant is to colony.
    Bees live in hives; ants in colonies.
    75. Chef is to kitchen as pilot is to cockpit.
    A chef works in the kitchen; a pilot in the cockpit.
    76. River is to water as mountain is to rock.
    A river is made of water; a mountain is made of rock.
    77. Lock is to key as password is to computer.
    A key unlocks a lock; a password unlocks a computer.
    78. Compass is to direction as thermometer is to temperature.
    A compass gives direction; a thermometer measures temperature.
    79. Clouds are to rain as smoke is to fire.
    Clouds often bring rain; smoke indicates fire.
    80. Book is to knowledge as gym is to fitness.
    Books build knowledge; gyms build fitness.
    81. Milk is to cow as wool is to sheep.
    Milk comes from cows; wool comes from sheep.
    82. Shoe is to foot as glove is to hand.
    Shoes protect feet; gloves protect hands.
    83. Airplane is to sky as ship is to sea.
    Airplanes travel in the sky; ships in the sea.
    84. Hunger is to food as thirst is to water.
    Hunger is satisfied by food; thirst by water.
    85. Pencil is to write as brush is to paint.
    A pencil writes; a brush paints.
    86. Chain is to link as rope is to strand.
    A chain is made of links; a rope is made of strands.
    87. Sun is to solar as moon is to lunar.
    Sun relates to solar; moon relates to lunar.
    88. Roots are to tree as foundation is to building.
    Roots support trees; foundations support buildings.
    89. Author is to book as composer is to music.
    An author writes books; a composer creates music.
    90. Ant is to hardworking as fox is to cunning.
    Ants are known for hard work; foxes for cleverness.
    91. Mother is to nurture as soldier is to protect.
    Mothers nurture; soldiers protect.
    92. Snow is to cold as fire is to hot.
    Snow is cold; fire is hot.
    93. Question is to answer as problem is to solution.
    Questions need answers; problems need solutions.
    94. Storm is to chaos as breeze is to calm.
    Storms are chaotic; breezes are calming.
    95. Skeleton is to body as frame is to house.
    A skeleton supports the body; a frame supports the house.
    96. Flashlight is to dark as umbrella is to rain.
    A flashlight helps in darkness; an umbrella in rain.
    97. Seed is to harvest as effort is to success.
    Seeds lead to harvest; effort leads to success.
    98. Book is to reading as piano is to playing.
    Books are read; pianos are played.
    99. Artist is to creativity as scientist is to logic.
    Artists rely on creativity; scientists on logic.
    100. Fuel is to engine as food is to body.
    Fuel powers an engine; food fuels the body.
    100 METAPHORS AND ANALOGIES METAPHOR: Metaphor is a figure of speech in which a word or phrase is applied to an object or action to which it is not literally applicable, in order to suggest a resemblance. It compares two unlike things directly without using "like" or "as". 1. Time is a thief. 2. Her voice is music to my ears. 3. He has a heart of stone. 4. The classroom was a zoo. 5. Life is a rollercoaster. 6. She’s a shining star. 7. His mind is a steel trap. 8. The world is a stage. 9. He’s a walking encyclopedia. 10. Her eyes were sparkling diamonds. Her eyes are bright and captivating. 11. The thunder was a lion’s roar. The thunder is loud and powerful, like a lion's roar. 12. His words were a double-edged sword. His words could have both positive and negative effects. 13. She has a green thumb. She is skilled at gardening. 14. The city is a jungle. The city is wild and chaotic. 15. He’s a night owl. He stays up late and is active at night. 16. Her smile is sunshine. Her smile brings warmth and happiness. 17. The stars were diamonds in the sky. The stars are bright and sparkling, like diamonds. 18. His temper was a volcano. His anger could erupt suddenly and violently. 19. She’s a butterfly. She is graceful and delicate. 20. The wind was a howling wolf. The wind made loud, eerie noises, like a wolf's howl. 21. He’s a couch potato. He is lazy and inactive. 22. Her mind is a maze. Her thoughts are complex and intricate. 23. The lake was a mirror. The lake's surface was calm and reflective. 24. He’s a rock. He is dependable and strong. 25. Her laughter is a melody. Her laughter is pleasant and musical. 26. The snow is a white blanket. The snow covers the ground completely, like a blanket. 27. He’s a snake. He is deceitful and untrustworthy. 28. Her hair is a golden river. Her hair flows smoothly and has a golden hue. 29. The moon was a ghostly galleon. The moon is compared to a large, mysterious ship. 30. His eyes were piercing lasers. His gaze was intense and penetrating. 31. The fog is a thick curtain. The fog is dense and obscures vision, like a curtain. 32. She’s a diamond in the rough. She has potential but needs refinement. 33. His voice is velvet. His voice is smooth and soft. 34. The car was a rocket. The car is extremely fast. 35. Her eyes were pools of sorrow. Her eyes reflect deep sadness. 36. The clouds were cotton balls. The clouds are fluffy and white. 37. He’s a lion in battle. He is brave and fierce during conflicts. 38. Her skin is porcelain. Her skin is smooth and pale. 39. The night is a black veil. The night covers everything in darkness. 40. He’s a ticking time bomb. He is likely to explode in anger soon. 41. Her words were daggers. Her words were hurtful and sharp. 42. The river was a snake. The river winds and twists like a snake. 43. He’s a shining beacon. He provides guidance and hope. 44. Her heart is an open book. She is transparent and honest. 45. The storm was a raging bull. The storm was wild and uncontrollable. 46. He’s a pillar of strength. He is a reliable source of support. 47. Her mind is a sponge. She absorbs information quickly and easily. 48. The computer is a brain. It processes and stores data like a human brain. 49. His life is a train wreck. His life is chaotic and full of problems. 50. The sun was a fiery eye. The sun is hot and watchful like a blazing eye. ANALOGY: An analogy is a comparison between two things, typically for the purpose of explanation or clarification. It shows how two different things are similar in a particular aspect, often using relationships or functions to explain. 51. As a sword is to a warrior, a pen is to a writer. Just as a sword is a warrior's tool, a pen is a writer's. 52. Bird is to nest as bee is to hive. Birds live in nests; bees live in hives. 53. Hand is to glove as foot is to sock. A glove covers the hand; a sock covers the foot. 54. Fire is to heat as ice is to cold. Fire produces heat; ice produces cold. 55. Fish is to water as bird is to air. Fish live in water; birds live in the air. 56. Wheel is to car as leg is to human. Wheels help cars move; legs help humans walk. 57. Eye is to see as ear is to hear. Eyes are for seeing; ears are for hearing. 58. Pupil is to school as patient is to hospital. Pupils are taught in schools; patients are treated in hospitals. 59. Battery is to flashlight as fuel is to car. Batteries power flashlights; fuel powers cars. 60. Seed is to tree as egg is to bird. Seeds grow into trees; eggs grow into birds. 61. Chalk is to board as pen is to paper. Chalk writes on boards; pens write on paper. 62. Cat is to kitten as dog is to puppy. A kitten is a baby cat; a puppy is a baby dog. 63. Night is to moon as day is to sun. The moon appears at night; the sun appears in the day. 64. Brain is to body as CPU is to computer. The brain controls the body; the CPU controls the computer. 65. Painter is to brush as writer is to pen. A brush is a painter's tool; a pen is a writer's tool. 66. Leaf is to tree as petal is to flower. Leaves are parts of trees; petals are parts of flowers. 67. Fingers are to hand as toes are to foot. Fingers are part of the hand; toes are part of the foot. 68. Knife is to cut as shovel is to dig. A knife cuts; a shovel digs. 69. Smile is to happiness as frown is to sadness. A smile shows happiness; a frown shows sadness. 70. Nose is to smell as tongue is to taste. The nose is used for smelling; the tongue for tasting. 71. Roof is to house as lid is to pot. A roof covers a house; a lid covers a pot. 72. Scissors are to cutting as broom is to sweeping. Scissors cut; brooms sweep. 73. Doctor is to patient as teacher is to student. Doctors care for patients; teachers educate students. 74. Bee is to hive as ant is to colony. Bees live in hives; ants in colonies. 75. Chef is to kitchen as pilot is to cockpit. A chef works in the kitchen; a pilot in the cockpit. 76. River is to water as mountain is to rock. A river is made of water; a mountain is made of rock. 77. Lock is to key as password is to computer. A key unlocks a lock; a password unlocks a computer. 78. Compass is to direction as thermometer is to temperature. A compass gives direction; a thermometer measures temperature. 79. Clouds are to rain as smoke is to fire. Clouds often bring rain; smoke indicates fire. 80. Book is to knowledge as gym is to fitness. Books build knowledge; gyms build fitness. 81. Milk is to cow as wool is to sheep. Milk comes from cows; wool comes from sheep. 82. Shoe is to foot as glove is to hand. Shoes protect feet; gloves protect hands. 83. Airplane is to sky as ship is to sea. Airplanes travel in the sky; ships in the sea. 84. Hunger is to food as thirst is to water. Hunger is satisfied by food; thirst by water. 85. Pencil is to write as brush is to paint. A pencil writes; a brush paints. 86. Chain is to link as rope is to strand. A chain is made of links; a rope is made of strands. 87. Sun is to solar as moon is to lunar. Sun relates to solar; moon relates to lunar. 88. Roots are to tree as foundation is to building. Roots support trees; foundations support buildings. 89. Author is to book as composer is to music. An author writes books; a composer creates music. 90. Ant is to hardworking as fox is to cunning. Ants are known for hard work; foxes for cleverness. 91. Mother is to nurture as soldier is to protect. Mothers nurture; soldiers protect. 92. Snow is to cold as fire is to hot. Snow is cold; fire is hot. 93. Question is to answer as problem is to solution. Questions need answers; problems need solutions. 94. Storm is to chaos as breeze is to calm. Storms are chaotic; breezes are calming. 95. Skeleton is to body as frame is to house. A skeleton supports the body; a frame supports the house. 96. Flashlight is to dark as umbrella is to rain. A flashlight helps in darkness; an umbrella in rain. 97. Seed is to harvest as effort is to success. Seeds lead to harvest; effort leads to success. 98. Book is to reading as piano is to playing. Books are read; pianos are played. 99. Artist is to creativity as scientist is to logic. Artists rely on creativity; scientists on logic. 100. Fuel is to engine as food is to body. Fuel powers an engine; food fuels the body.
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  • They buried Chief Okeke at dawn, but by nightfall, his body was back on the veranda—eyes wide open, mouth full of sand, and flies buzzing around like he never left.
    CHAPTER ONE
    Nobody spoke. Nobody moved. The first person to see the body was Mazi Ude, the village night watchman. He screamed once—sharp and loud—then took off running barefoot through the red sand, shouting, “Abomination! Tufia! Chief Okeke has returned!”
    People gathered, drawn by the noise. Old women clutched their wrappers tighter. Young boys climbed the guava trees for a better look. The elders arrived in silence, their faces heavy with meaning. They looked at the body, then at each other.

    “This is not ordinary,” Elder Nwosu said, squatting beside the corpse. “The gods have rejected him.”

    The corpse lay stiff, not smelling of decay, but of palm oil and dust. His eyes were open. His skin, cold. But the strangest thing? His fingers clutched at the earth, as though he had dragged himself out of the grave.

    Chief Okeke wasn’t just any man in Umuama. He was the lion. The voice that roared during village meetings. The wallet that bought silence. The hand that fed both the church and the council. He rose from nothing. From the child of a poor farmer to a man whose house had twenty-two rooms and a compound wide enough to host a football tournament.

    But in his rise, he spat on many things. Especially the old ways.
    "These rituals are for fools," he would say. "We have churches now. Hospitals. Banks. What will kola nut do for me that money cannot?"
    When his father died, he invited a bishop from Enugu, dressed in gold robes, who spoke in tongues. No kola. No egwú. No consultation. Just hymns, glass coffins, and photo banners.
    The old men watched in silence. The dibia, Ezenwa, turned his back that day and said nothing.

    When his mother passed, he hurried the burial again. Hired white caterers. Flown-in musicians. And when someone mentioned "Ikwa Ozu," he laughed. "My mother does not need dance in the grave.
    They buried Chief Okeke at dawn, but by nightfall, his body was back on the veranda—eyes wide open, mouth full of sand, and flies buzzing around like he never left. CHAPTER ONE Nobody spoke. Nobody moved. The first person to see the body was Mazi Ude, the village night watchman. He screamed once—sharp and loud—then took off running barefoot through the red sand, shouting, “Abomination! Tufia! Chief Okeke has returned!” People gathered, drawn by the noise. Old women clutched their wrappers tighter. Young boys climbed the guava trees for a better look. The elders arrived in silence, their faces heavy with meaning. They looked at the body, then at each other. “This is not ordinary,” Elder Nwosu said, squatting beside the corpse. “The gods have rejected him.” The corpse lay stiff, not smelling of decay, but of palm oil and dust. His eyes were open. His skin, cold. But the strangest thing? His fingers clutched at the earth, as though he had dragged himself out of the grave. Chief Okeke wasn’t just any man in Umuama. He was the lion. The voice that roared during village meetings. The wallet that bought silence. The hand that fed both the church and the council. He rose from nothing. From the child of a poor farmer to a man whose house had twenty-two rooms and a compound wide enough to host a football tournament. But in his rise, he spat on many things. Especially the old ways. "These rituals are for fools," he would say. "We have churches now. Hospitals. Banks. What will kola nut do for me that money cannot?" When his father died, he invited a bishop from Enugu, dressed in gold robes, who spoke in tongues. No kola. No egwú. No consultation. Just hymns, glass coffins, and photo banners. The old men watched in silence. The dibia, Ezenwa, turned his back that day and said nothing. When his mother passed, he hurried the burial again. Hired white caterers. Flown-in musicians. And when someone mentioned "Ikwa Ozu," he laughed. "My mother does not need dance in the grave.
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  • MBOMUZO IN OKWUOHIA AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY,
    OBOWO L.G.A., IMO STATE, NIGERIA.
    Okwuohia is a Community in Obowo
    L.G.A., of Imo state, Nigeria, that has enviable rich historical background and deep cultural heritage. Okwuohia is the only community in Obowo and the old ETITI District that has four markets covering the four market days in Igbo calendar, namely: Eke, Orie, Afor and Nkwo. All these have distinct locations and hold accordingly.
    The community prides herself with many cultural festivals which include Mbomuzo, Ntumaka, Nrim-ji (Iri ji) among others. But the one that attracts people in their numbers to the community is, "MBOMUZO", a-k-a "NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA".
    MBOMUZO simply means, "clearing of the roads ", otherwise known as environmental cleansing, especially with regard to roads leading to traditional centres and matket places. It is intended to make the roads passable again in order to give proper access to the markets and homes of citizens.
    In Okwuohia, all roads are cleared very thoroughly starting from individual homes to the Eke-Okwuohia, Orie-Okwuohia, Afor-Okwuohia and Nkwo-Okwuohia market squares. Also, roads leading to major and significant rivers are cleared. For instance, the Onu-iyi-lolo-nwanyi (Onu-ngele) stream at Umuduru Mgbakam is usually kept cleared for the "AHIA-NGANGA" ceremony by the women of Okwuohia during the same period. It has to be noted that all the road clearing and cleansing must be completed on or before the NKWO market day preceding the EKE market day of the ceremony.
    NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA: As said earlier in this write-up, MBOMUZO Okwuohia is also referred to as NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA. Why?
    Ours, is an agrarian community. In those good old days, our people cultivated yams, coco-yams, maize, cassava and mkpokoro in large scales. Farming was done more at locations far away from homes. Due to this, farmers constructed make-shift structures there in the bush/farms, where they rested and had their meals during the toils of the day. Most times, people returned to their homes very late in the evening. Major foods eaten in the farms those days were bread-fruits (Ukwa), palm kernels, yams and coco-yams. The bread-fruits were eaten whole without removing the the shells or the outer covers. Farming took place between the months of January and May, during which period farmers fed on any available food items. When such farmers returned to their homes from their farms in the month of May, they settled down to enjoy more pleasant and well prepared food. They would no longer eat the bread-fruits with their shells. Also, they cleaned their environments that had been left bushy during the period of intensive farming activities in the farms. From their homes, clearing and cleansing progress to the roads that lead to other homes and traditional centres. At this time, people begin to exchange visits with relatives and friends both far and near to show that they have returned home after the farming period in the bush. Such visits are usually reciprocated. During such visits, entertainments are unlimited based on the dispositions of the parties involved. In Okwuohia, after the entertainment at home, people gather at the designated market square to demonstrate it the more. The venue is usually at the ORIE OKWUOHIA, where the EKWIRIKWE music music is played and danced in an organized manner.
    EKWIRIKWE MUSIC AND ORDER OF DANCING:
    After the presentation and blessing of kola-nuts by the traditional ruler of Okwuohia, who declares the ceremony open after his speech and brief demonstration of the dance, the ceremony begins. Ofeiyi people, who are the custodians of the EKWIRIKWE do a brief demonstration dance. Thereafter, the traditional order of seniority of the three sections of Okwuohia is strictly observed thus: MGBAKAM, OFEIYI and AMARAMOHIA. Finally, a general dance which is usually longer and more thrilling comes up and marks the end of the ceremony.
    The EKWIRIKWE music delivers messages which present Okwuohia as place with people of remarkable mutual respect, prowess and noted for wrestling. EKWIRIKWE music is used to caution Okwuohia people not to eat the bread-fruits with the shells again after the Mbomuzo. Hence, "ONYE ATALA UKWA NA MKPEKELE" and "NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA". This is demonstrated by hitting one's back-side to symbolically discharge the ones eaten previously. Before the EKWIRIKWE dance arena is approached, people sing various songs and dance along the road according to Age Grades, socicultural groups and sections.
    MBOMUZO AND THE PRONOUNCEMENT OF DATE.
    Only the Eze of Okwuohia, in consultation with you Traditional Council has the powers to announce the date for MBOMUZO every year. Above all, it is a known fact that Okwuohia community is the first among all the communities in Obowo and even the old ETITI District to perform Mbomuzo every year, thus determining the cultural calendar for other communities that perform the same and or related festivals.
    Mbomuzo holds in Okwuohia on the second EKE-Okwuohia market day in the month of June every year. Visitors, friends, in-laws and well -wishers of the community visit the community to enjoy the characteristic hospitality and conviviality associated with the ceremony. Entertainment items are unlimited especially according to the preparedness of the individual families and persons during the period. Such entertainment items include and not limited to polished bread-fruit meals, maize pudding, cassava foo-foo, oil-bean pudding and different kinds of drinks.
    PROBLEMS:
    The festival has suffered from various problems which include but not limited to wrong perceptions, misrepresentation, misconception, ignorance, ineptitude, iconoclasm and apathy. Many, especially the less informed and the neo-religious groups strongly hold to the perception that that the festival is fetish and wasteful (especially those who are not willing to spend their resources to host guests).
    ADVANTAGES:
    The period leads to keeping the surroundings clean, re-union of families, friends, in-laws and well -wishers, tourist attraction and advancing our cultural heritage including ensuring the acquisition and development of the EKWIRIKWE playing and dancing skills.
    In the good old days, women who earnestly took part in the road and market clearing and cleansing and later took part in the AHIA-NGANGA activities after bathing on serious intents at the Onu-Lolo-nwanyi (Onu-Ngele) stream, would appear at Mbomuzo the following year either pregnant or as nursing mothers if they either prayed for or desired such thereby.
    MODIFICATIONS SO FAR:
    Since culture is dynamic, efforts have been made by the leadership of Okwuohia community, over time, to modify certain aspects of the festival and programmes there-of in order to exponge some questionable and undesirable aspects of it. For instance, the timing and declaration of the date of the festival are now done by the Traditional ruler of Okwuohia in synergy with the Traditional Council. Also, no shrine or deity is either worshipped or honoured before, during and even after the festival. Most times, the traditional rulership open the festival with Christian thanks-giving worship at an agreed Christian church here in Okwuohia.
    CONCLUSION:
    In line with the realities of the present moments, efforts should be made to allow for acceptable modifications while there should be insistence on protecting and upholding the soul, spirit and purports of the cultural heritage of our dear Okwuohia community especially as regards affects MBOMUZO.
    Written by:
    Chief Emma C. Anyanwu, (DIKEMBA),
    1st Traditional Prime Minister and Currently the Chairman of Okwuohia Traditional Council,
    Being a lecture presented by me at the 2019 edition of MBOMUZO festival, at EKE-OKWUOHIA Market Square.
    MBOMUZO IN OKWUOHIA AUTONOMOUS COMMUNITY, OBOWO L.G.A., IMO STATE, NIGERIA. Okwuohia is a Community in Obowo L.G.A., of Imo state, Nigeria, that has enviable rich historical background and deep cultural heritage. Okwuohia is the only community in Obowo and the old ETITI District that has four markets covering the four market days in Igbo calendar, namely: Eke, Orie, Afor and Nkwo. All these have distinct locations and hold accordingly. The community prides herself with many cultural festivals which include Mbomuzo, Ntumaka, Nrim-ji (Iri ji) among others. But the one that attracts people in their numbers to the community is, "MBOMUZO", a-k-a "NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA". MBOMUZO simply means, "clearing of the roads ", otherwise known as environmental cleansing, especially with regard to roads leading to traditional centres and matket places. It is intended to make the roads passable again in order to give proper access to the markets and homes of citizens. In Okwuohia, all roads are cleared very thoroughly starting from individual homes to the Eke-Okwuohia, Orie-Okwuohia, Afor-Okwuohia and Nkwo-Okwuohia market squares. Also, roads leading to major and significant rivers are cleared. For instance, the Onu-iyi-lolo-nwanyi (Onu-ngele) stream at Umuduru Mgbakam is usually kept cleared for the "AHIA-NGANGA" ceremony by the women of Okwuohia during the same period. It has to be noted that all the road clearing and cleansing must be completed on or before the NKWO market day preceding the EKE market day of the ceremony. NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA: As said earlier in this write-up, MBOMUZO Okwuohia is also referred to as NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA. Why? Ours, is an agrarian community. In those good old days, our people cultivated yams, coco-yams, maize, cassava and mkpokoro in large scales. Farming was done more at locations far away from homes. Due to this, farmers constructed make-shift structures there in the bush/farms, where they rested and had their meals during the toils of the day. Most times, people returned to their homes very late in the evening. Major foods eaten in the farms those days were bread-fruits (Ukwa), palm kernels, yams and coco-yams. The bread-fruits were eaten whole without removing the the shells or the outer covers. Farming took place between the months of January and May, during which period farmers fed on any available food items. When such farmers returned to their homes from their farms in the month of May, they settled down to enjoy more pleasant and well prepared food. They would no longer eat the bread-fruits with their shells. Also, they cleaned their environments that had been left bushy during the period of intensive farming activities in the farms. From their homes, clearing and cleansing progress to the roads that lead to other homes and traditional centres. At this time, people begin to exchange visits with relatives and friends both far and near to show that they have returned home after the farming period in the bush. Such visits are usually reciprocated. During such visits, entertainments are unlimited based on the dispositions of the parties involved. In Okwuohia, after the entertainment at home, people gather at the designated market square to demonstrate it the more. The venue is usually at the ORIE OKWUOHIA, where the EKWIRIKWE music music is played and danced in an organized manner. EKWIRIKWE MUSIC AND ORDER OF DANCING: After the presentation and blessing of kola-nuts by the traditional ruler of Okwuohia, who declares the ceremony open after his speech and brief demonstration of the dance, the ceremony begins. Ofeiyi people, who are the custodians of the EKWIRIKWE do a brief demonstration dance. Thereafter, the traditional order of seniority of the three sections of Okwuohia is strictly observed thus: MGBAKAM, OFEIYI and AMARAMOHIA. Finally, a general dance which is usually longer and more thrilling comes up and marks the end of the ceremony. The EKWIRIKWE music delivers messages which present Okwuohia as place with people of remarkable mutual respect, prowess and noted for wrestling. EKWIRIKWE music is used to caution Okwuohia people not to eat the bread-fruits with the shells again after the Mbomuzo. Hence, "ONYE ATALA UKWA NA MKPEKELE" and "NKUISI-MKPURU-UKWA". This is demonstrated by hitting one's back-side to symbolically discharge the ones eaten previously. Before the EKWIRIKWE dance arena is approached, people sing various songs and dance along the road according to Age Grades, socicultural groups and sections. MBOMUZO AND THE PRONOUNCEMENT OF DATE. Only the Eze of Okwuohia, in consultation with you Traditional Council has the powers to announce the date for MBOMUZO every year. Above all, it is a known fact that Okwuohia community is the first among all the communities in Obowo and even the old ETITI District to perform Mbomuzo every year, thus determining the cultural calendar for other communities that perform the same and or related festivals. Mbomuzo holds in Okwuohia on the second EKE-Okwuohia market day in the month of June every year. Visitors, friends, in-laws and well -wishers of the community visit the community to enjoy the characteristic hospitality and conviviality associated with the ceremony. Entertainment items are unlimited especially according to the preparedness of the individual families and persons during the period. Such entertainment items include and not limited to polished bread-fruit meals, maize pudding, cassava foo-foo, oil-bean pudding and different kinds of drinks. PROBLEMS: The festival has suffered from various problems which include but not limited to wrong perceptions, misrepresentation, misconception, ignorance, ineptitude, iconoclasm and apathy. Many, especially the less informed and the neo-religious groups strongly hold to the perception that that the festival is fetish and wasteful (especially those who are not willing to spend their resources to host guests). ADVANTAGES: The period leads to keeping the surroundings clean, re-union of families, friends, in-laws and well -wishers, tourist attraction and advancing our cultural heritage including ensuring the acquisition and development of the EKWIRIKWE playing and dancing skills. In the good old days, women who earnestly took part in the road and market clearing and cleansing and later took part in the AHIA-NGANGA activities after bathing on serious intents at the Onu-Lolo-nwanyi (Onu-Ngele) stream, would appear at Mbomuzo the following year either pregnant or as nursing mothers if they either prayed for or desired such thereby. MODIFICATIONS SO FAR: Since culture is dynamic, efforts have been made by the leadership of Okwuohia community, over time, to modify certain aspects of the festival and programmes there-of in order to exponge some questionable and undesirable aspects of it. For instance, the timing and declaration of the date of the festival are now done by the Traditional ruler of Okwuohia in synergy with the Traditional Council. Also, no shrine or deity is either worshipped or honoured before, during and even after the festival. Most times, the traditional rulership open the festival with Christian thanks-giving worship at an agreed Christian church here in Okwuohia. CONCLUSION: In line with the realities of the present moments, efforts should be made to allow for acceptable modifications while there should be insistence on protecting and upholding the soul, spirit and purports of the cultural heritage of our dear Okwuohia community especially as regards affects MBOMUZO. Written by: Chief Emma C. Anyanwu, (DIKEMBA), 1st Traditional Prime Minister and Currently the Chairman of Okwuohia Traditional Council, Being a lecture presented by me at the 2019 edition of MBOMUZO festival, at EKE-OKWUOHIA Market Square.
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  • We are more than a celebration—we are the heartbeat of Idoma culture, unity, and pride.
    The Idoma International Carnival is a vibrant showcase of our rich heritage, beautiful traditions, and the strength of our people.

    From colorful parades to cultural displays, music, dance, and community empowerment—we bring the spirit of Idoma alive each year in Otukpo, Benue State.

    We are Idoma. We are hospitality. We are resilience.
    And through this carnival, we tell our story to the world—with pride and passion.

    Join us. Feel the rhythm. Experience the culture.
    #IdomaCarnival #IdomaToTheWorld #UnityInCulture @topfans
    We are more than a celebration—we are the heartbeat of Idoma culture, unity, and pride. The Idoma International Carnival is a vibrant showcase of our rich heritage, beautiful traditions, and the strength of our people. From colorful parades to cultural displays, music, dance, and community empowerment—we bring the spirit of Idoma alive each year in Otukpo, Benue State. We are Idoma. We are hospitality. We are resilience. And through this carnival, we tell our story to the world—with pride and passion. Join us. Feel the rhythm. Experience the culture. #IdomaCarnival #IdomaToTheWorld #UnityInCulture @topfans
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  • Oga Jim Iyk. Talk say. "No woman has ever walked into my room and left unchanged. Once you step in, I must lay it down. Simple." — Jim Iyke

    "I don’t do pretense. If I’m with a woman, it’s for one reason — s£x. I don’t have time for emotional games. I’m direct. If I invite you over, it’s to knack, not to be a therapist for your problems."

    "I’m the Pied Piper — my job is to pipe. I don’t sing love songs or play emotional notes. That’s for musicians. I just pipe and move on." — Jim Iyke

    Something must kpai a man...tuface na totø Mechanic while Jim na Pied Piper ladies to your heels ooo .

    #viralpost2025 #everyonefollowers
    Oga Jim Iyk. Talk say. "No woman has ever walked into my room and left unchanged. Once you step in, I must lay it down. Simple." — Jim Iyke "I don’t do pretense. If I’m with a woman, it’s for one reason — s£x. I don’t have time for emotional games. I’m direct. If I invite you over, it’s to knack, not to be a therapist for your problems." "I’m the Pied Piper — my job is to pipe. I don’t sing love songs or play emotional notes. That’s for musicians. I just pipe and move on." — Jim Iyke Something must kpai a man...tuface na totø Mechanic while Jim na Pied Piper 😀😀😀 ladies to your heels ooo . #viralpost2025 #everyonefollowers
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  • Behold the symphony of culture, grace, and innocence captured in one breathtaking moment!

    This beautiful Tiv little Angel, adorned in elegance and purpose, breathes life into the soul of our heritage with every note from her flute. Her music isn't just sound—it is a sacred whisper of our ancestors, a tender echo of our traditions, and a powerful reminder that our culture lives on through the hearts of our children.

    In her hands lies the future of Tiv music, and in her eyes, the brilliance of a proud generation rising.

    Let this image inspire us all to preserve, promote, and pass on the rich legacy of the Tiv nation.

    #TivCulture #PrideOfTivLand #HeritageInHarmony #TivPrincess #AfricanElegance #CulturalRenaissance #BenueToTheWorld #fypシ #fypシ#viralpost
    Behold the symphony of culture, grace, and innocence captured in one breathtaking moment! This beautiful Tiv little Angel, adorned in elegance and purpose, breathes life into the soul of our heritage with every note from her flute. Her music isn't just sound—it is a sacred whisper of our ancestors, a tender echo of our traditions, and a powerful reminder that our culture lives on through the hearts of our children. In her hands lies the future of Tiv music, and in her eyes, the brilliance of a proud generation rising. Let this image inspire us all to preserve, promote, and pass on the rich legacy of the Tiv nation. #TivCulture #PrideOfTivLand #HeritageInHarmony #TivPrincess #AfricanElegance #CulturalRenaissance #BenueToTheWorld #fypシ #fypシ゚ #viralpost
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