Fashion/Lifestyle

HOW I LOST MY MOM TO CANCER “MOST BEAUTIFUL GIRL IN OYO STATE

Published

6 years ago

January 21, 2019

Sahara Weekly

The crown is heavy, yet she wears it grace and effortless ease – as if it were a feather. There’s strength in her heart, passion in her eyes and the will to survive resides within her soul. She is a phoenix, a fighter, and a Champion. Akintunde Phoebe is our QUEEN.

THE MOST BEAUTIFUL GIRL IN OYO STATE RELEASES PICTURES FROM HER 2019 ROYALTY SHOOT TO TELL HER Ascension STORY

I am AKINTUNDE, Phoebe Omorinre. I was born on the 20th of June, 1996, in the city of Ibadan, Lalupon to be precise. I am from a family of nine – My father, Mr Akintayo Akintunde; my late mother, Mrs Iyabo Akintunde; my two brothers; my four sisters and myself. I attended Community Grammar School, Olodo Ibadan.

At age 9, my mom was diagnosed of breast cancer. The situation exposed me to some realities of life, even at such a tender age. For instance, I realised early that tribulations often trims down one’s network of friends. The news of my mom’s illness caused a lot of people to cut her off. No one wanted to have her around because the wound won’t stop smelling. It was really challenging that It affected my Grade in school while taking care of her.

This challenge rocked my faith and it pushed me near the point of questioning God. I could see my mom was in severe pain. I had to travel from state to state – I was barely 12 at that time – hoping to find a cure to my mom’s ailment. She was bedridden four years before she finally gave up the ghost.

For me, I started living alone at the age of thirteen. Just after my Senior Secondary School Education at Oyo State School of Science, Okeho, I got admitted into Federal College of Education (Special) Oyo, where I studied Biology Education/Education for the physical and health impaired. This was in the year 2013, all through to 2016. I gained admission into the University of Ibadan, which is affiliated to Federal College of Education Oyo, to study Special Education and Mathematics.

I contested for the most beautiful girl in oyo state because I needed a platform where I can reach out to the society about the importance of girls and to curb the discrimination of girl child in the society.

In 2018, I was crowned the first Most Beautiful Girl in Oyo state. Sometimes I think about how God has helped me ascend to royal status. I remember that after the demise of my mom, depression crept in. I stopped making friends and built a wall, shutting the world. I reached a point where I knew I was losing myself. Then I decided never to allow it ruin me, which is why “no matter what we are going through, depression isn’t our HOPE and OPTION” mark twain” To the young girls out there, do not be discouraged by what people say to you, you can be more than the greatness they told you is a no go area.

Queen Phoebe has started her 500 GIRL POWER EMPOWERMENT/GIRL CHILD CAMPAIGN in Oyo state since winning the MBGOS title. This campaign has seen her go to schools and motherless homes, distributing “sanitary pads, stationeries, school bags, food items, engagement in vocational aptitudes and paying of some students school fees. She is also planning to take the awareness into markets for a march against the DISCRIMINATION OF GIRL CHILD IN OYO STATE.

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Mua: melody.dasilva

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Fashion/Lifestyle

Those who wronged you may never say “I’m sorry” – Prudent Ludidi

Published

2 months ago

October 31, 2024

Sahara Weekly

Those who wronged you may never say “I’m sorry” – Prudent Ludidi

Ladies and gentlemen,

Today, I want to talk about something that can be difficult to accept, those who wronged you may never say “I’m sorry.”

We’ve all been hurt by someone at some point in our lives. And often, we hold onto that hurt, and hope in waiting for the person who wronged us to acknowledge their mistake and apologize.

But the truth is, that apology may never come.

It’s hard to accept because we feel like we deserve closure. We deserve to hear that the person who hurt us regrets their actions.

But closure is not something someone else gives you. Closure is something you give yourself.

You have the power to choose:

Choose to heal, even if they never acknowledge their wrongdoing
Choose to move forward, even if they never make amends

Forgiveness doesn’t mean forgetting what happened. Forgiveness means releasing the hold that person has on you.

Forgiveness means taking back control of your life.

You don’t need someone else’s apology to move on. You don’t need someone else’s validation to heal.

You are strong enough to do it on your own.

And when you do, you’ll find peace. You’ll find freedom.

Remember, holding onto anger and resentment only hurts you. It doesn’t change the past.

But forgiveness can change your future.

So, don’t wait for someone else to say “I’m sorry.” Say it to yourself: “I’m sorry that happened to me, but I’m moving forward.”

Say it loud and clear: “I deserve to heal. I deserve to be happy.”

Take back your power. Take back your life.

Move forward with courage and faith.

You got this.

Fashion/Lifestyle

LSACA, HEFAMAA,NAFDAC ,AVILA NATURALLE,OTHERS SET TO RECEIVE AWARDS AT THE WEST AFRICA SPA AND COSMETOLOGISTS RECOGNITION AWARD 2024

Published

4 months ago

August 11, 2024

Sahara Weekly

LSACA, HEFAMAA,NAFDAC ,AVILA NATURALLE,OTHERS SET TO RECEIVE AWARDS AT THE WEST AFRICA SPA AND COSMETOLOGISTS RECOGNITION AWARD 2024

The west Africa Spa and cosmetologists recognition Award ,the first of its kind in Africa an event collaboration with Ghana Cosmetics Association holds at the prestigious Oriental Hotel lagos

An industry based award to honor legends ,stakeholders and cosmetologists in the beauty Industry ,Regulators and health Agencies

The organisers of the programme is poised with the development of this sector within the west Africa region using quality , safety and Professionalism as a watchword in the quest for products promotion and distribution.

The award will be used to promote individuals and brands in the Beauty Sector who have given their best in the development of beauty in west Africa.

As the drive for continental free trade Area hots up ,the founder of the programme Mr Chukwumah Emmanuel a Public Health Practitioner and the National President of Professional Association of Spa and Cosmetologists in Nigeria says that the perspective of this event is centered on encouragement and Networking within the sub region.

Other awardees for this event include Lagos Safety Commission, Beauty West Africa,and America Nigeria chambers of Commerce

Fashion/Lifestyle

Why You Should Patronize JOK Beauty Hub

Published

5 months ago

July 26, 2024

Sahara Weekly

Why You Should Patronize JOK Beauty Hub

One of the most reputable online store in Nigeria to shop for beauty products is JOK beauty hub. Known for prompt service delivery and quality products, it is the haven for dignitaries.

Some of their services include nighty pants, bra, boxers, singlets, strippers costumes, masks, pink lips, bikini, dildo, beach wears, card games, vibrators, body piercing, pedicure and manicure and lots more.

Owned by delectable CEO, Joy Omolara Kaosara, Patronize them and enjoy the worth of your money.