Tag: Nigeria
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Review: Kreamy Kravings Doughnuts

Despite being on a diet for that illusive summer body, I will be eating and reviewing a number of doughnuts in the coming weeks. First up: Kreamy Kravings by Tin-tin You can’t deny the similarity between this brand name and the Krispy Kreme Franchise. But that’s as far as it goes.
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How to Fix Your Broken Heart

It’s the end of the year and we aren’t taking any baggage into 2017. So, this post is to help you stitch the pieces of your broken heart together and get it pumping again. Think of this as a sort of resuscitation.
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Incredible India!

I want to be excited because “there is no place like home” but Murtala Muhammed Airport Abuja airport is the only one I’ve been to where you have to
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Christmas-New Year Give-Away!

Christmas, the season for giving is around the corner and we at The Red Confidential are excited about our very first Christmas Give-Away!
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Pink City, Rajasthan

Jaipur, popularly referred to as the “Pink City”, is the capital of the State of Rajasthan, India. It is known for its unique architecture, forts, palaces, art, culture and of course, its tasty cuisines.
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2014 COMPRO PAST QUESTIONS – PUBLIC SERVICE RULES

Thursday, 15th April, 2014 Instruction: Answer any five (5) questions. All questions carry equal marks. What is the compulsory retirement age for officers in the Public Service? Mention tow (2) exceptions to the rule Your colleague is about to write a petition on a matter that affects him/her personally. Mention five (5) conditions that may…
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2014 COMPRO PAST QUESTIONS – COMMON LAW

Wednesday, 20th September, 2014 Instruction: Answer any five (5) questions. All questions carry equal marks. Mention five (5) equitable maxims.Service Commission. Mention seven (7) Federal Executive Bodies in the Nigerian Constitution Explain in detail the meaning of a term “Invitation to treat” Explain the term Supremacy of 1999 Constitution. Related: 2017 COMPRO PAST QUESTIONS –…
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2014 COMPRO PAST QUESTIONS – GENERAL PAPER

Wednesday, 20th September 2014 Instruction: Answer any five (5) questions. All questions carry equal marks. Recruitment into the Federal Civil Service is under the authority of the Federal Civil Service Commission. State any ten (10) categories of Public officers that the FCSC has no Power to Appoint. What is a Contract Appointment? Who is eligible…
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Discovering Delhi – Differences

Sequel to my previous post, this focuses on the stark differences between Nigeria and India. Power Supply In Nigerian terms “India has light constantly”. Even driving by what appeared to be a slum, I notice bulbs shining brightly. The power supply has only gone off twice and I was surprised to hear myself say “NEPA…
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Discovering Delhi – Survival Tips

I’ve been here for over 2 months now, touring and making a mental note of helpful information for you in case you ever find that you are heading this way. I’ll get to the point. What to wear In contrast to the information I found on the internet, dressing standards here are not as strict…
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Project: Love in Lagos

I started smiling and waving at frowning tired motorists in traffic and often enough they waved and smiled right back. For some reason, this made me exceedingly happy.
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Discovering Delhi

Life has taken me on another adventure and guess where? India! It’s my first time in Asia; Earth’s largest and most populous continent. For over a month now, I’ve been in Delhi, the capital territory. It is a massive metropolitan area north of the country, located much like Abuja is in Nigeria. It is bordered…
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Demystifying Some Make-Up Misconceptions and Stereotypes

Cosmetics have advanced significantly in recent years, boasting new beauty products that last longer, with a myriad of accompanying innovative application techniques, all aimed at improving what we look like. There’s no shortage of before and after pictures of happy clients by Nigerian make-up artists on Instagram, spotting dramatic transformations, particularly for weddings and other…
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Colouring Me Beautiful

Following my #NoMakeUp Challenge, it’s been 22 days without an ounce of makeup, no powder and accordingly, no eyebrows. So I think it’s fitting to tell you a bit about me and make up. As a child, I loved to draw and paint. Before I could write, I could draw, connecting all the little bumps…
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Asos Returns from Nigeria

These are dark times for us. Our naira is at an all-time low and shopping online from any foreign country is nearly unaffordable. However, we are Nigerians and how does that saying go? “No matter the economy of the jungle, a lion will never eat grass!🦁”