"I just might invite you to my bedroom..." -TobeDaDiva in Bedroom Diaries

We all know her as the outgoing and vivacious presenter from Enugu's DreamFM and GoUNI. Now she has added another treat to make Mondays much more exciting!

    In her new web series titled Bedroom Diaries, Tobe Nneji a.k.a TobeDaDiva, invites people to her bedroom or visits theirs, to talk about problems people face in their day-to-day activities. Possible solutions and advice are also shared. It's entertaining and also informative.

   The series would air every Monday and can be viewed from the links below:

Www.youtube.com/c/TobechiNneji
tobedadiva.blogspot.com

   I would also be posting episodes occasionally. WATCH THIS SPACE!

ANAMBRA STATE POLICE TAKE PROACTIVE MEASURES TO REDUCE CRIMINAL ACTIVITIES IN THE STATE

Deputy Supritendent of Police Emeka Chukwuemeka

Criminal activities in Anambra State have reduced in the past year because of the effectiveness of the police. Sitting down with the Deputy Supritendent of Police, Emeka Chukwuemeka, he explained how the major crimes in Anambra state which are Armed Robbery and kidnapping have reduced and come down to a manageable state. The police in charge of security have come up with different strategies to ensure the state is safe. These measures include,  recruiting and posting more uniforms at different intervals in the state, deliberately giving out the number of the commissioner of police which makes it easier for cases to be reported and earning the trust of the citizens of Anambra state by maintaining confidentiality and protecting the identity of the informants.


The Supritendent went ahead to give us instances of cases that have been reported recently and are still under investigation. Some of these cases include a report on the 4th of February, 2014 stating that a day-old baby had been abandoned at Nkwo Amenyi. On getting there, the police discovered that the baby was already dead so it was deposited at the mortuary. Another case was on 6th February, 2014 when a police man at Okija accidentally fired at some persons. The suspect has been arrested and is being charged. DSP Emeka Chukwuemeka explained that police men work with arms but if they are careless or make mistakes, it calls for caution because lost lives cannot be reclaimed.
He also gave instances of other cases involving kidnap snd murder which have been solved.


He ended by telling us that with the resources available to them,  they are doing everything to ensure Anambra state is safe. He advised that students, especially, should be careful and avoid cultism and also to call the distress number 07039194332 which is open 24hrs every day, to report any abnormality or for general enquiry.

ORPHANAGE SCAM

With the high rate of fraudulent activities happening in the country,  it is no wonder that Nigeria has been ranked by Transpsrency Intentional as the 6th most corrupt country in the world. It is a shame that good intentions are now rewarded with atrocious acts.
Walking down the streets of the main markets, you'd see a bunch of old women (and sometimes men) in groups circling the customers and passersby with lists in their hands, asking them to "donate to charity". They come to you with puppy eyes and sad stories of how these children need people to take care of them and how you would be rewarded abundantly.

Yes, times are hard but sadly these acts only make things harder.
I had a run in with some of them at the market last week with their usual slogan "God loves a cheerful giver". At first I wanted to just hand them some money and walk away but then I asked the lady if I could get a picture of her holding the paper that had the orphanage's name and logo for my school's paper to help them promote the organization and she bluntly refused. In fact,  she rejected the money I already had in my hand. This led me to raise the question: are these orphanage homes and charity organisations real or are they just cheap rip offs?

VALENTINE SPECIAL

Oh! How I love Love!
The laughter, the togetherness, the fights and best of all the make-up. Valentine's day has always been about love. Sharing your day with your loved ones and people who need love. For me, everyday is Valentine's day(and I say this with a smile on my face) because I get so much love from everyone and everything around me and most of all from God.

I always have a Valentine song. You know, that song that comes out few months before Valentine and makes you think about that ONE PERSON that makes you smile and be all goo goo eyed . Last year it was Banky W's Yes/No. This year I thought it was going to be John Legend's All of Me but the song that stole my heart right before Valentine is Future's Real and True with Miley and Mr. Hudson.
"If love is all you need, I'm all you'll ever need."
If you haven't heard this song, you should. And if you're a hopeless romantic like I am, I'm sure you'll have it on replay all day Friday!

                                           MY IDEAL VALENTINE
      First of all, I like to start the day with visiting the orphanage or any charity organization close to me. You know, spread the love, make them feel loved and appreciated. After that, the normal daily chores and boring stuff.... Valentine isn't always about spending too much money on the person you love (that's what birthdays are for. Lol!). It's about sharing that day and doing what makes your better half smile. It's about remembering and reminding him/her why you fell in love in the first place.

 

MOVIE NIGHT: I love going to the movies but since the cinemas are always packed full on the 14th, movies at home cuddled up with the boo, with popcorn, chocolates and a bottle of wine wouldn't be a bad idea. It helps if you have a projector at home, you could set it up, dim the lights and create your own big screen.

TEDDY BEAR AND CAKE: Most girls love teddy bears. I do too! A big teddy with a simple inscription "I love You" or "Always and Forever" would make any girl smile. Oh! And we love Cake too!  You can also have it written on a cake.
One time, I got a teddy bear, lots of chocolate and a sketched picture on Valentine. An artist can easily do a sketched picture of you two (you and your partner), frame it and have it delivered to you in no time.

JEWELLERY AND/OR SHOES:  "Diamonds are a girl's best friend"...shoes are a close second. We can never have too many shoes or jewellery. A beautiful pair of shoes or a bracelet or a neck piece (not necessarily diamonds) are good Valentine gift choices.

DINNER DATE:  A romantic dinner date in a beautiful restaurant is perfect for Valentine but a candlelit dinner at home is a wonderful idea. It must not be a difficult dish. It's the effort that counts.

WEEKEND GETAWAY: This Valentine is perfect because it falls on a Friday. So instead of having a special day, you can make it a special weekend. 3 days of loving! LOL! It doesn't have to be out of town and it can be cheaper than you think. Get away from the bustle and hustle of the long week and chill in a beautiful hotel room or somewhere cozy where you can both relax and be happy. You can have all the other gifts too during the getaway, if you're feeling extravagant.

      These are a few things that can make Valentine special. Feel free to use these ideas or share your own. In all, just be happy. Whether you have a boyfriend/girlfriend or husband/wife to share the day with or whether you're single, it doesn't really matter because only you can truly make yourself happy. Pamper yourself, go out for a drink, hang with friends, do something fun! It's St. Valentine's day and it's a weekend!


P.S: These gifts could go either way. Yes! Guys love teddy bears too! Lol!

TO THE ONE YEAR OLD LONDYN SAMUELS, REST IN PEACE

As a parent you become responsible 
Not just because you want to
But because you're thinking of someone else 
Because it's no longer about you

As a parent you're afraid for your child
You fear you can't provide for them
You fear you'd disappoint them
You fear you're not enough

As a parent you're scared for your child
You fear sickness and all sort of diseases children get
Because they're so little and fragile
Because they can't protect themselves 
Because you haven't taught them that

But how many of these fears come true?
How many can we run from?
How many can we fight?
How much evil can we protect them from?

Londyn
You were just 13 months old
You were too innocent 
You were too beautiful...

Yet you were taken
From your family
From us
From the world

How can I describe this pain?
The evil around us
The tears that keep falling
This ache in my heart

You didn't deserve to die like that
This hurt was not for your family
No one deserves this....
You were precious
You still are.

I know you're in heaven
You're an angel
So full of life
And you're smiling down on your family
Praying for them...
You would always be missed here on Earth 
Keep living in our hearts and keep resting with the Lord.

FEARLESS AND DARING FASHIONISTA DENRELE EDUN

   So many Nigerian celebrities would not be easily spotted and identified when they're off the red carpet, but Adenrele Oluwafemi Edun is not one of them. Denrele, as he is popularly called, is well known all over the country for so many achievements and awards but mostly he is known for his unique style of dressing.
   Denrele started his own fashion by customizing his blazers and adding extra heels to his shoes to fit his style. Crazy, right? The 30 year old model, actor, writer and Channel O VJ and presenter has done it all. He can comfortably strut in a 12-inch heeled boot while most of us girls cannot move after a few hours on our 4-6 inch heel. 
   Most people would not approve of these attires maybe because of tradition, religion, customs and belief. I myself, found it a little outrageous at first, but then again, fashion is creativity. It is style and as long as you can move and breathe in it, feel free!

Denrele has modelled for both national and international designers including Dolce and Gabbana and has interviewed celebrities like Beyonce, Akon and their likes. And though his unique style of dressing is yet to be completely accepted globally, it's still different, original, fun and beautiful and has gained him all the publicity (good or bad) he has today. That's what fashion does. It is expression.  it's a way of life. When put together right, it helps you express yourself and makes you stand out.

DESIGNER OF THE YEAR: ANITA EBELEDIKE DIVALUKKY CLOTHINGS

   Fashion is not just what's trending and what's not. Fashion is you.  Fashion is style and creativity. Fashion is expression.  Fashion is a statement. Fashion is defying boundaries to get that look that best suits you and that is exactly model and head designer DivaLukky Clothings, Anita Onyechi Ebeledike, has done with her brilliant designs.

   The designer has brought a new side to the fashion industry by blending Ankara, Lace, Chiffon and other fabrics, with accessories to give the African woman the boldness and charisma she deserves.
DivaLukky has appeared on major runways as a model and as a designer and the young wife and mother has promised to remain in the industry for a very long time. Here are some of her designs and I bet you'd agree she is doing a great job. 

Anita Ebeledike