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Tuesday, November 12, 2013

Romance Meets Life

Romance Meets Life

Pop Singer Dencia on Why Dbanj, 2face, Flavour, Psquare Are Her Top African Music Stars

Posted: 12 Nov 2013 03:25 PM PST


Upcoming musical artiste, Dencia recently released a couple of singles with more established singers, including Waje. In this interview with Zen Magazine, Dencia talks about what inspires her about music, her fashion, and who her top African music stars are and why.

Zen: What inspired you to get into music?
Dencia: I got inspired by life itself. I have always loved music and I think life itself inspired me to become an artist. I love music so much and I live for it. I love the process, the feelings and the journey with each track.

Zen: Which artists did you look up to or listen to while growing up?
Dencia: I listened to quite a few though my personal favourites were Diana Ross, and Michael Jackson.

Zen: What's the atmosphere like during 1 of your recording sessions?
Dencia: Wow! It depends you know! Sometimes, I prefer being alone in the studio with the engineer. I believe I make better music that way because it allows me to express my feelings and emotions. In the past, I always had a lot of people come to the studio but I think I work better when I am all alone. I find it allows me to be free with myself which is very important to an artist.

Zen: Which artists are you looking to get in the studio real soon?
Dencia: I can't actually say who for now because plans keep changing because of the direction of the music I plan to release real soon and also because I have so much going on now. Once my team and I have made our final decisions I will let you know.

Zen: Who would you put on your list of top 5 African music stars?
Dencia: My top 5 would have to be Dbanj, 2face, Flavour, Psquare, and Dj Arafat.

Zen: Why?
Dencia: Because these guys are popular all over the world and not just here in Africa. When I go to French African countries which is the bigger part of Africa, they talk about them everywhere. In America, the same thing and it's not only Africans talking about them. Europeans, Americans, you name it. I definitely think they are doing it big.

Zen: Any memorable moments as an entertainer? Which is or has been your favourite moment?
Dencia: I have a lot of them and I mean a lot though my no 1 favourite would have to be when I did a show recently in LA. It was an all energetic crowd at a very warm party. I was scared because I felt maybe they won't even know what I am talking about. Funny thing is when I performed my unreleased pop/house songs they were so TurntUp I was like wait, what's happening here (Laughs). They were so alive that we had an awesome night!

Zen: Tell us what's it like preparing for a live show
Dencia: Preparing always means a lot of rehearsals for my dancers. I really don't do much to be honest though I always brush up my act so that it looks different from the last performance.  I work a lot with the energy I get from the crowd though I am naturally very energetic on stage.

Dencia's most recent single featuring Waje is titled "True Love". You can listen and download HERE

Continue reading the interview on Zen.

Captain Matthew Ekeinde On Keeping Celebrity Wife, Omotola Jalade, Happy and Their Marriage Strong

Posted: 12 Nov 2013 03:09 PM PST


Top actress, Omotola Jalade Ekeinde has been married to Captain Matthew Ekeinde for 17 years, and thy have four children, two boys and two girls. Unlike some marriages that falter, especially when one of the couple is a celebrity, or married before they are 20, the Ekeinde's marriage has been thriving. Knowing the typical African man, it is in no doubt that Capt. Ekeinde has a lot to do with this, and he shares the details in in an interview with Entertainment Express. Excerpts below...



What is the secret of your 17 years old marriage to Omotola?

I won't say we have been good because I am a fine boy (laughs), but it is just the grace of God. I am so lucky and also blessed by God to have married my God given partner. That is a very important thing about marriage, you have to find and marry your God given partner. That is why a lot marriages breakup.

Some men marry women because of their hips, their boobs, legs and some other side attractions. But after sex with her so many times, what happens next? Does she have a good attitude, character or good human relationship with others? I am not saying we are perfect couple, we have our own differences but we are compatible. We have been married for over 17 years with four beautiful kids.

One thing that has been working for us as a couple is that I always encourage her to be who she wants to be. I give her full support always. Lots of married women that are caught cheating on their husbands could be traced to the fact that some of their husbands don't allow them explore their talents.

I encourage my wife and kids to be what they want to be. Most of the influential men and women we have in this world didn't even go to school. So it is all about exploiting your talents. Some women love acting but their husbands won't let them believing that other men would touch or exploit them sexually. It is all about discipline. Those that want to cheat will cheat; it is all about self control.

So when you see your wife kissing on set, you don't get jealous?

 No! Not all. My wife tells me about her acting. Most times she even complains that some actors she acts love scenes with have mouth or body odour that she can't wait to leave this scene.  So I even pity her on what she has to go through and endure being an actress. This acting thing is just some minute acts and that is it. Will she follow the actor home? Lots of homes have been broken because of too pressure on the wife or even the kids.

For the 17 years that you have been married, what are those special moments you can't forget in a hurry?

Hmmm! Truly and honestly, I can't forget the very first day I made love to my wife.

Daddy Time - Timaya Picks Up His Daughter From School

Posted: 12 Nov 2013 12:53 PM PST


Musician, Timaya loves sharing pictures of his daughter  from school, and here at RML, it makes me go awww...Good one!

African Cuisine: Can It Be A Culprit in Chronic Diseases?

Posted: 12 Nov 2013 02:06 AM PST


By Tamara Kinja for Engage Africa Foundation

Populations in Italy and Greece have one of the lowest rates of obesity, chronic diseases and higher life expectancy. As surprising as it might be, for a country (Italy in particular) renowned for its pastas, pizzas and so on, it is a fact. Apparently the Mediterranean diet is best for preventing some types of chronic diseases.


One of the main benefits of the Mediterranean diets is its olive based cooking tradition. Now, getting access to olive oil to cook everyday in sub-Saharan Africa is not in everyone's reach. Not only is it expensive, but also it is somehow ill equipped to the way we cook. By that last point, I mean the 20 persons meals that your mother or grandmother cook more often than not, because you may have 6 siblings and your third cousins always manage to come around at lunch time… does that ring a bell? It certainly does for me.

So then what's the solution one might ask? Is it even that important? The answer is YES; it matters greatly to watch out for what is in your cooking pan. According to WHO's experts, there are overwhelming issues between diet (and physical activity) patterns and some types of chronic diseases. Below is a selected summary of what was said during the 2002 WHO/FAO Geneva conference regarding two of the major chronic diseases that are increasingly affecting Africa:

Diabetes: excess weight gain, overweight and obesity and physical inactivity account for the escalating rates of type 2 diabetes, worldwide. Diabetes leads to increased risk of heart disease, kidney disease, stroke and infections. Increased physical activity and maintaining a healthy weight play critical roles in the prevention and treatment of diabetes

Cardiovascular diseases: cardiovascular diseases, the major killers worldwide, are to a great extent due to unbalanced diets and physical inactivity. Risk of their main forms, heart disease and stroke, is reduced by eating less saturated and trans fats, and sufficient amounts of (n-3 and n-6) polyunsaturated fats, fruits and vegetables and less salt, as well as by physical activity and controlling weight. Reduction of salt intake helps reduce blood pressure, a major cause of cardiovascular diseases.

Now we have to ask ourselves, is African cuisine at fault in the increase of chronic diseases on the continent? After all, palm oil is our primary oil and is basically used in everything. The thickness of it, its rich taste and even its colour can lead to believe that it is the deadliest of all oils. However, we can rest assured and continue to enjoy our cassava without any guilt. Indeed, some researchers have actually praised the benefits of red palm oil in fighting chronic diseases. Other researchers have concluded that there were insufficient proofs that linked red palm oil to a decrease in cardiovascular diseases risks. Skeptical in its benefits or not, the most important thing is that NOTHING says that it is bad for you.

This is not a green light to go overboard with it. Like anything else, moderation is the key. There are no secrets; nobody is asking anyone to deprive from loved food, but to balance it out. The earlier you get into a healthy routine, the easier it is

The views expressed in this article are the author's own and do not necessarily reflect those of the Engage Africa Foundation's Staff.


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Short Story - Two-timing by Uche Peter Umez

Posted: 12 Nov 2013 01:02 AM PST


As Chinedu nibbled on my navel, I couldn't help thinking about his wife.

'Can you keep a secret?' I whispered.

Chinedu paused, studied my face, then scoffed. 'What secret?'

I felt a tightening in my stomach. 'If you found out your wife was cheating –'

'Obioma, she's your friend!' he chided me. 'We shouldn't be talking about her.'

Still, I persisted. 'What if?'

Chinedu rubbed his brow. 'What would I do? I'm no saint myself.'

I slipped my arms round his neck, pulled him closer. Smiling through my guilt, I no longer felt compelled to snitch on her.

Quote of the Day - Failure is not Fatal, Find the Courage to Continue

Posted: 12 Nov 2013 12:00 AM PST

Governor Sullivan Chime Forcibly Evicts His Wife From The Enugu Government House

Posted: 11 Nov 2013 11:11 PM PST


Mere days ago, when he thought he could hood wink the press with a smokescreen press conference at which his wife refused to speak, the governor of Enugu state has shown his true colors where his wife's health is concerned. Since the Human rights commission got involved, and have set up a proper investigation, Chime packed up his wife's belongings and virtually threw her out on the street? She even had to beg to take her son.



What happened to chants of protecting her? What about her requests to get another medical opinion, or better tratment with another doctor? This man spared no costs when his health was in joepardy but now toys with Mrs Chime's mental health? And if his excuse is anger that she made her situation public, I shake my head. Read the report from THisday.

The drama over the detention of Mrs. Clara Chime, wife of the Enugu State Governor, Sullivan Chime, entered another chapter Sunday when the governor, with the assistance of security operatives, sent her packing from the Enugu Government House.

Mrs. Chime's personal effects were packed for her by the governor and his security detail, and she was forcibly taken out of the Government House to her mother's residence at House 38, Coal City Estate, Enugu.

Mrs. Chime, who THISDAY gathered struggled to depart with her four-year-old son, was bundled into a convoy of six cars and taken to her mother's home.

However, on getting there, the mother who had not been notified that her daughter was being brought home, was not at home which forced Mrs. Chime and the security operatives to sit in their cars waiting for her mother to return.

After waiting for close to two hours, the governor, who was obviously embarrassed that news of his wife's eviction had leaked and was attracting journalists who rushed to the mother's estate, ordered that Mrs. Chime be brought back to the Government House.

However, he still intends to evict his wife today and hand her over directly to her mother.

THISDAY learnt that the governor took the decision to drive away his wife because she had petitioned the National Human Rights Commission (NHRC) over her confinement in the Government House against her wish.

Mrs. Chime, who had admitted suffering from a nervous breakdown over what she alleged was as a result of her husband's maltreatment of her, was however projected by the governor last week as someone who is mentally unstable requiring the administration of drugs by a doctor she does not trust and her confinement in her bedroom.
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