Common Mistakes We Make-Are You A Victim?

The rapid-fast world of text messaging has led to the coining of new words-well, new slang words, perhaps. And these days a slang word is more likely than ever before to stick around. Over the years, Nigerians have developed peculiar words and slang that can only be understood by a bonafide Nigerian-born and bred! Examine the phrase, ‘Well done.’ In Nigeria, that phrase is a form of salutation for someone who is busy at some form of tasking duty. ‘Well done’ have no such parallels in Western climes where such a term would rather imply thoroughly cooked food or meat or as an expression of applause for achievement synonymous with a ‘bravo.’ Another word is ‘Sorry.’ We have ingeniously altered the word’s original native English meaning from a mere exclamation to indicate an apology into an exclamation to express concern for a misfortune. Worse off, we use it whether or not we are responsible for the said misfortune. Do you recognize any differences between the terms, sending forth and sending off? When we host our office parties to send off long-serving staff members, do we also issue them red cards?. Perhaps we should start learning how to send our people forth instead of off the pitch! And how come Nigerian women are the only women in the world who take-in? I mean, become pregnant! The English phrasal verb to take in actually implies to absorb information, or to deceive or support. Acceptable examples include: “The lecture was rather boring and I didn’t take in much of what the lecturer said.” Next, be wary of where you use the terms, ‘Flasher’ or ‘Flash me.’ In both British and American English, a flasher is someone, mostly a man, who has a compulsive desire to expose his private parts in public! So, instead of ‘flasher,’ why don’t you say ‘buzzer’? Instead of saying ‘Disvirgin,’ (shhh…) Hello…? You can say ‘Deflower.’ The list is endless. Perhaps you have some pet words of your own that you would love to add to my list? Thanks….?

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Why Can't Men Say 'I Am Sorry'?

Making a guy say he is sorry is like making him say he is inadequate. According to author Kay Arthur, man’s top two fears are as follows; #1.)Fear of being inadequate and #2.) Fear of being controlled by a woman. Deep down every guy just wants to be a hero. If he’s your husband, then he wants to be your hero. Heroes rescue damsels in distress, stop the bad guys, and protect their fellow citizens from looming disaster, but they don’t go around advertising their weaknesses. If anything, they hide them like a well kept secret, as if the whole world will fall apart if anyone finds out. Next time you and your Super Hero have a major argument, pay less attention to what he says and pay more attention to what he does. If he starts spending less time on the couch and more time helping with the dishes, maybe you were right and he was wrong. Just don’t expect him to say it. BUT ARE ALL MEN LIKE THAT?

Assisting Women and Girls in Technology-WITIN.

On behalf of Women in Technology in Nigeria and Iridescent, Mrs. Alade Martha is organizing a front at Women in Technology in Nigeria for Technovation, where the female student is helped to develop entrepreneurial skills in technology, especially in telecommunications as it applies to mobile phones and the creation of apps for marketing. You can take a view of the recent Technovation Challenge attended by most schools here in Lagos. See the links below and see if you can make the change in your school. Yes, let your voice be heard. Mrs. Martha Alade, the anchor handle for WITIN in Nigeria. She handles the program here in Nigeria. Reach her here Or text her on +2348035769455 and +2348035769344 (text only) You can also visit here Below is a glimpse of what we experienced at the Technovation Challenge at The Pan-African University, Lagos. The logo. Mrs. Nwugo N.(computer science teacher at Fountain Heights Sec. Sch.) and Mr. Agejivwie Benaiah at the venue with their students. The SAFRONITES from Fountain Heights Sec. Sch. who represented my school. A cross section of other schools present. Yes, your school can be part of this new window. For more details, please kindly reach Martha on the lines above. You can also reach the international body here for registration and proceed to here If you have more questions, please, feel free to contact me on my e-mail on this blog. For any comments, please I will be glad to read from you.

VALENTINE'S DAY--Is It for Me?

ON February 14 in the year 270 C.E., a young Roman named Valentine was beaten and beheaded because he would not renounce Christianity. To the little daughter of the jailer who had charge over him and who had befriended him, he left a note. He signed the note, “From your Valentine.” For centuries thereafter the phrase “from your Valentine” meant only friendship. But around the year 1400 it took on a new meaning. According to The Catholic Encyclopedia, Lupercalia was abolished by Pope Gelasius I in the late fifth century C.E. Yet, today we find a modern-day counterpart prospering under the title: “Saint Valentine’s Day.” There are various theories regarding the origin of this “Christianized” name. According to one story, the third-century Roman emperor Claudius II forbade young men to marry. Valentine, a priest, married young couples secretly. Some say that he was executed on February 14, about 269 C.E. In any case, a “saintly” title cannot conceal the unsavory origin of this celebration. Valentine Day is rooted in pagan rituals and is therefore not celebrated by true Christians. (2 Corinthians 6:14-18) Year-round expressions of genuine love are much more rewarding than the passing fancies of a sentimental holiday. Here at my school, see a glimpse of how students celebrated the 2013 version. Much ado about Val's day. Andersen, having a good time with friends. The question however is---Is Valentine Day for Christians? What's your take? I will be waiting for your comments.

PLEA BARGAIN--Are People Encouraged to Steal?

Why plea bargaining?

Many criminal cases are resolved out of court by having both sides come to an agreement. This process is known as negotiating a plea or plea bargaining. In most jurisdictions it resolves most of the criminal cases filed. Plea bargaining is prevalent for practical reasons. Defendants can avoid the time and cost of defending themselves at trial, the risk of harsher punishment, and the publicity a trial could involve. The prosecution saves the time and expense of a lengthy trial. Both sides are spared the uncertainty of going to trial. The court system is saved the burden of conducting a trial on every crime charged. The recent case where where a prominent official was asked to pay 750,000 naira where billions of naira has been swept under the carpet, is an issue to be considered. Do you think plea bargaining is fair in Nigeria? Leave your comments please.

Can Boys Or Men Cook?

Who said boys do not like to cook! See my boys at Fountain Heights Secondary School, doing justice to a variety of dishes in the school kitchen. But you as an individual, can you cook? What's your best type of food you can boast of? Leave a comment for me below.

Wao! in your imagination, what do you think a guy like Ayofe can cook? This guy is a guru when it comes to kitchen matters. So, can guys cook? What's your take?

Who Raped Her? Family Friend?

Deborah, whose picture appears here was raped and impregnated. But by who? For full story please click HERE>>> However, in my opinion, men who rape young children should be jailed for life or killed.That's my opinion. But, to you, what do you think should be done to men or women who rape younger ones? I need your comment please.

Retired But Not Tired- Pa Osueke A

The Principal, Fountain Heights Secondary School, congratulating the celebrant, Mr.Osueke A. as he steps into a new world.

The eloquent MC, Mrs Oyudo, who graced the occasion to a relaxed tempo.

There was more than enough to eat and drink for all present during the occasion.Had you been there!

Mrs Amaechi of Fountain School, one of the long-serving teachers, having a good time. She was greatly eulogized By Mrs Delano during the occasion. However, my humble question to all interested persons is that, in your opinion, do you think teachers are well regarded, remunerated and encouraged in our country Nigeria? I will be glad to read your comment as you respond to my question.

RETIRED BUT NOT TIRED

See what's happening at Fountain Heights Secondary School, Surulere-Lagos. Yes, one of their own, Mr Alex Osueke who has retired from the teaching profession after spending about 40 years(part of which was in the public school) in this noble profession, did it in style and glamour.See a glimpse of events that took place on Friday,1st February, 2013.

The celebrant, Pa Alex Osueke, looking into the future with a positive hope.

Why Do Most Kids Hate Mathematics? By Chris Onyishi

see loyamilk promo Most kids who fear mathematics do so for so many reasons amongst which are: a) Ignorance b) Hatred c) Laziness But the truth is that any rational thinker is a good mathematician and any good mathematician is a rational thinker. The above statement is represented in mathematics as corollary or inverse and these are terms we use casually on daily basis. That we are casually being mathematicians on daily basis is what it turns out to be. If the reasons I gave above for people hating mathematics is true, then mathematically you say that my list is a SET of why people fear mathematics. If there are other reasons, such as Lack of mathematical models, lack of mathematics teachers, etc then mathematically you say that the SET is a SUBSET of reasons; do not mind my interchange of “fear” and “hate”. You can bring the two SETs together into one bigger SET with a merger tool call UNION. But if there could be no other reasons people fear mathematics, then you express that mathematically by saying that the SET is a SUPERSET which means the SET has covered all possible reasons, at the time, that make people fear the subject mathematics. For more details click HERE