Truths and Deeds!

Dramatic performance An exclusive shot of me Sharing a photograph Students of the Benue State University Makurdi, recently celebrated 'Tiv Day,' an annual cultural event. The event, put together by the Committee of Tiv Student (CTS) on behalf of all Tiv Students, featured a procession, music, dance, drama and other customary displays for the first half of the day. The second part of the day featured a 'Burn Fire' ritual, more music and dance and 'Kumashe u Tiv' contest. The significance of Tiv Day reaches far. It is important to note that events like these aim at showcasing Benue and her people. There are special dates reserved for other ethnic groups studying at the University, the Idomas and Igedes inclusive. Coincidentally, the Igbos celebrated with along side the Tivs this time around. This illustrates how necessary it is to proudly celebrate and promote our national identities. The show of gay laughter The language of ancestry The blossom of hugs And t

Development they say is a continuous process which also means that positive change and development go hand in hand. Development of course does not exist in a vacuum , it has to be initiated and achieved, be concrete and practical. In Benue state where the River Benue journeys through the heart of Makurdi , the state capital and where the landmark is proudly stretched out and welcoming to both indigenes and visitors alike. We can say that the river is a blessing to the Benue people. Natural landmarks exist to be utilized for development's sake and for the common good of people where they are found. When this happens, development is said to have taken place. The river Benue can be put to many uses, aside from fishing in its waters and extracting Sandy Soil for building and construction. N ote the following propositions - Make possible for small cargo ships to come in with and for goods or other merchandise. This will be possible after dredging the river to make enough sailing r

Books are the greatest tool for knowledge yet most of us almost always fail to cultivate the act of reading. I have never been able to persuade myself enough to not read books on varying subjects because i hold strictly to the idea that "no knowledge is wasted." Not too long ago, i was part of Reading School, a Youngstars Foundation Abuja initiative, as a prerequisite for Young Aspirant Leadership Fellowship (YALF). This lasted for a period of eight (8) weeks with The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People by Steven R. Covey as the study text. It is my pleasure to share one of the THE PRINCIPLES OF PERSONAL VISION: BE[ing] PROACTIVE (Habit One). A summar y of chapter : The focus here is on taking the initiative in life by realizing that decisions (and how they align with life's principles) are key factors for effectiveness. Take responsibility for our choices and the implications that may follow. Steven points out that, our lives do not just happen. Whether we k

Nigeria makes me who I am And my identity will forever remain GREEN. I refuse the temptation to flee my 'Nigerianess' I am Nigerian by right, a privilege I hold sacred. This black nation makes me in the same way that I make her She begins and ends with me..and many like me It is human nature to be rebellious, proud, selfish, greedy and naive And Nigerians have the capacity to shade all these traits, weaknesses, challenges and limitations.. Because we live with  huge reserves of opportunities for growth and development This quality makes Nigeria and her people real. If you don't want to associate with or belong in a country like Nigeria Show me that country without flaws. There is no shame in being Nigerian. Tame your wistful lost for 'greener pastures' Be a resource, not a liability.                    - Ortese Terna ©2016 Posted via Blogaway