Teenage Nigerian-Korean Model Makes Spotlights

16 year old half Nigerian and half Korean fashion model known as Han Hyun-Min is making fast waves as a star on South Korean catwalks. Born of a Nigerian father and Korean mother, Han was raised in South Korea amidst high discrimination and racism. His rise to fame may have been motivated by a deep desire to become relevant despite the severe hostility he had to face as a result of his being biracial.

How to Become a Professional Photographer

Being a specialized photographer is a brilliant career choice for people who want to earn bucks using their artistic talents. It's one of the few disciplines where age or university certificates don’t really matter. And you can diversify your creative ability by experimenting on different styles and approaches. The important things you need in photography are a good eyesight, quality equipment and discipline. Photography is competitive, be prepared to start small and then you can improve your ability. To become a pro in photography, you need to consider the following:

Frank Edwards- The Unique Psalmist

Among all the gospel musicians in Nigeria, one stands out with a unique voice and flow. He sings so intricately with such a melodious tune and best of all is that his songs are always so inspiring. I wanted the post to be titled “Why I Love Frank Edwards” but I realized that it would have sounded too personal. A lot of people do enjoy his songs actually. Personally, I love him because back then I used to think his songs were personally written for me alone. His songs are inspiring and have a calming effect on the mind. If you have listened to Beautiful, Peace and Oghene do, you would understand what I am blogging about. 

Now let us look at him in focus: His birth name is Frank Ugochukwu Edwards and he was born in Enugu state of Nigeria. He is a native of Enugu state. He was born July 22, 1990. Franklin exhibited interest in music from the time he was 7 years. His father taught him how to play the piano.

Make Money Tutoring

The saying that a teacher's reward is only in heaven is becoming untrue, well of course teachers will be rewarded in heaven, but that's not to say they cannot be rewarded on earth too. Private teaching or tutoring is now a demand that cannot easily be settled because of the great thirst for knowledge by students and pupils. Education is the key to getting rid of poverty, disease and ignorance and more people are realizing this truth.

Learn a Skill, Then Earn

In this age of standardized living there are many things one can do to earn money even without a University degree. I think formal education kind of makes one lazy, everyone wants to have an office work and climb the corporate ladder. Not everyone has to do that, the world is full of so many needs, get creative and make new products people may need or develop on the already existing ones that people use.

You don't need to wait till you are broke or out of school, a skill can be very useful now. Learn one, develop it and start using it. You can even start by offering your services or goods for free to get people to notice you and take interest in what you can do then monetize the skill and start smiling to the bank.

Google Antitrust Cases to be Concluded in the Next Few Months

In the next few months, European Union antitrust officials will decide whether Alphabet's Google exploited its superiority of search engines and other area. According to a senior official in the European Commission on Monday, the result could be a hefty fine.

Google, known as the world's most popular internet search engine, ever since 2010, has been in the Commission's net over allegations of promoting its own shopping facility in internet searches to the competitors’ detriment.

Following the Path of Ben Carson- Nancy Abu-Bonsrah

 A Ghanaian, Nancy Abu-Bonsrah, has made history already in the US as she emerged the first black female neurosurgeon at the Johns Hopkins School of Medicine in 30 years...John Hopkins School of Medicine is the same university where the notable Ben Carson ,the first black neurosurgeon, emerged. If the name Ben Carson does not ring a bell then you should read the books Think Big and Gifted Hands by him. Dr. Ben Carson,  is now the United States secretary of Housing and Urban Development.

Meet Adebola Williams, Owner of Red Media Africa

Adebola  Williams, 31, is fondly called Debola Lagos. He is a media personality and co-founder of RED (owner of Red Media Africa, YNaija.com, The Future Awards Africa, StateCraft Inc and Rubbin’ Minds TV talk show). Debola enjoys a close rapport with politicians of this present time. He was responsible for crafting a new trend savvy image for Nigeria’s President Muhammudu Buhari during his campaign in 2015. He has also helped in getting two other African presidents elected.

Short History of Instagram

I got this info from a website when Instagram was five years old in 2015. It’s amazing how this start-up which started small has taken over the globe just in less than six years. Its small history shows how a little thing you start can lead up to something huge one day. Keep believing in your dreams even if no one does because your dreams are your ticket to live a life of purpose. 

Here is Instgram's awesome moments in numbers:

8ytmanetwork, The Generation of Trendsetters

I met a young man who is doing something really great and inspiring in Jos at the KIC Battlle 2015, I was so marveled at the innovative way his organization's project was portrayed and as usual I went to see him, congratulate him and of course find out about his amazing organization.

Meet The Inventor of Kommon Sense

Victor Prince Dickson is an innovative inventor, writer and motivator. I got to know about him through a certain proprietor in a school who told me about a game called Kommon Sense that teaches you morals and ethics and at the same time helps you be a good communicator. I said I had to meet this man, the opportunity came when he was organizing the Kommon Sense Inter-College Competition in Jos, I saw the program being publicized on Passion Connect Initiative wall on Facebook, followed the it all the way to Jos and attended it. That was where I got to meet the Founder. 

Kick-off of KIC Battle 2015

The KIC (Kommon Sense Inter-College Competition) took off successfullly at Eliel Centre Gold and Base, Jos. It had in attendance many prominent people and schools in Plateau State. The contestants had an engaging time with their arguments, opinions and discussions. It was a really hot battle. I am so glad I actually came for this event because the kind of points these kids brought out are things one would only hear in a live interactive such as this. Tears were shed, brains were cracked, nuggets were dropped and Kommon Sense flew into heads. See more photos after the cut.

Meet Child Star Alexa Vega- Carmen Cortez

Alexa Ellesse PenaVega   was born August 27, 1988. She is an American actress and singer. She is known for her role as Carmen Cortez in the Spy kids film series and Shilo Wallace in the film Repo! The Genetic Opera (2008).  She has starred in several other movies and shows such as the  ABC Family series.

INTERVIEW WITH THE OWNER OF GREAT WAYS CONCEPTS

On the 10th of October 10, 2015, I was hurrying to a café to charge my notebook because there was no power supply in my house and I needed to submit a project I was doing for a client who was on my neck to submit ASAP, I passed by Great Ways Koncepts and the place once again caught my attention as it had always done each time I passed by, I secretly fancied whoever had started this venture and had always wanted to meet him, could I afford to spare a few minutes so I could meet with this guy or lady who I considered innovative?

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