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April 25, 2021
4
Ways To
Style Your
Sequins
Dress
Properly
Simple
Beauty
Tips To
Unlock
Flawless
Face
Godson Echegile
Reminiscing @60

6
IN THIS ISSUE
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HAPPINESS
4 Cover: Godson Echegile:
Reminiscing @ 60
6 Sexmatics: Satisfying Your Lady
In Bed (1)
CELEBRATION
3
7
6
Fashion : 4 Ways To Style Your Sequins
Dress Properly
Beauty : Simple Beauty Tips To Unlock
Flawless Face
3
25 APRIL 2021
8 Instagram Moments
WELCOME...
The agitation by young people
to be included in governance is
real. This burning desire brought
about the #Not too young to run”
slogan in the last general
elections. This agitation may
remain a mirage if the older
politicians continue to recycle
themselves, further narrowing the
chances of these young men and
women. What age is good age to
bow out of politics?
Former Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Godson
Echegile who once took a shot at the governorship race
in Delta State, turned 60 recently. In his reminiscences at
life at 60, he pointed that leaving the stage at a good time
gives room for the youth to take over while his likes, take
over as statesmen. He opens up to Yemisi Suleiman, Pg.
4-5.
On our fashion page, we show you how to sparkle
tastefully with a sequins dress. Whether you are
heightening the glamour with a thigh-high number, or
toning it down with a jacket, you’ll find the option that
suits you. Let Rita Okoye guide you. Pg. 3.
Make your glittering dress look even better on you
with a flawless skin. Follow these simple tips compiled by
Temitope Ojo, Pg. 7.
And if the weather is good enough for two, flip to
page 6 for some useful tips from
our sex coach, Adesuwa.
Do enjoy the edition and have a
great week.
J . E
Jemi Ekunkunbor
lookposh2017@gmail.com
08052201126
Quotes
“Feminism isn’t about making
women stronger. It’s about
changing the way the world
perceives that strength”.
- G.D. Anderson
“Sometimes it’s the princess
who kills the dragon and
saves the prince”.
- Samuel Lowe
“The biggest coward is a
man who awakens a woman’s
love with no intention of
loving her”.
- Bob Marley
“To say ‘I Love You’ one
must first be able to say
the ‘I’.”
- Ayn Rand
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4
Ways To Style
Your Sequins
Dress Properly
FASHION
by - Rita Okoye
A Sequins dress is quite a hot trend these days and one of the
best things about this staple, is that it can be worn in a variety
of ways owing to its versatility. It also comes in different
luxurious colours; black, red, green etc. They are always a
perfect party wear. If you have a love for blingy things, sequins
should be your best friend.
Here are 4 important ways to style your sequins
dress right!
Avoid Too
Much
‘Sparkle’
Wear your
sequins dress
with a pair of
nude colour
shoes; heels
or flats. Avoid
glittery shoes
which can
cause
distraction
from your
outfit. You
have to
balance your
look; less is
more!
NENGI
Dress Down
Or Pair With
Jacket
Transform that
sequins cocktail
dress to a more
‘relaxed’ look for an
evening event by
adding a fitted jacket
into the mix, just like
Toke Makinwa. A
jacket or half jacket
will not only add a
cool edge to your
look, it will also
dress down the
sequins. Add a
pair of
statement
earrings to
sass up your
look.
TOKE
MAKINWA
EMPRESS
Go For Sleek Earrings
If you’re wearing a sequins dress with elaborate
designs, just like Empress Njamah’s exaggerated
sleeves that grabs enough attention, your earrings
should be sleek and simple. Studs or skinny drop
earrings will bring attention to your neck and your hair.
KAYLA
Try A Black
Dress
Black sequins are
more subtle than
those more
elaborate colours
and designs. With
the right accessories
including a stylish
clutch and a gold
pair of earrings, you
can create a sleek,
chic look.
April 25, 2021 / 5

INTERVIEW
Godson Echegile :
Reminiscing @ 60
Words By - Yemisi Suleiman
Nigeria’s former Ambassador to Sierra Leone, Godson Echegile is one of the finest political
elites from Delta State, who has served the State meritoriously at local and national levels.
The ex Banker and former Director of the Federal Housing Authority, who took a shot at the
Delta State governorship elections in 2007 but lost, has taken a long hiatus from politics to focus on
private practice.
The Chairman of Niscot Ltd., a property and estate development company, who clocked 60 recently,
in this encounter, reminices on his days of humble beginnings, the state of the nation, his support for
youth leadership, amongst other life issues.
You clocked 60 recently. How does that make you
feel?
I am grateful to God for sparing my life; I am
grateful to my family and extended family, they have
been of immense support to me. I lost my mother
quite early, so the extended family played a huge role
in molding me and making me become who I am
today. So, I give all thanks to God, to my immediate
family, my three wonderful kids, my elder sisters and
my other siblings.
Do you feel fulfilled at 60?
Yes, and I thank God for life, for what I eventually
became, and the height and level I have reached so
far. I come from a very humble background, so I have
every cause to thank God for the height he has taken
me to.
Talking about your background, what was
growing up like for you, where were you born?
I was born in Owa-Alero in Ika North Local
Government Area of Delta State. I lived with my uncle
for the greater part of my youth, and then went to
secondary school in Imade College in Owo in Ondo
State.
I worked for a while before going to Adeyemi
College of Education where I studied Physics/
Mathematics but I didn’t teach as soon as I left
Adeyemi because I got admitted to University of
Lagos to study Natural Science. I graduated with a
first class. In 1986, I started my banking career with
Nigeria International Bank known as City Bank today. I
retired from banking in 1996 as Executive Director.
With the same bank?
No, I went through many banks. I joined politics a
bit early, in 1998 served as special adviser to Chief
Tony Anenih, from there I went to Federal Housing
Authority as Executive Director ( finance). I left
Federal Housing Authority in 2005 to try my luck at the
governorship race in Delta State. It was after that race
that I got appointed as Nigerian Ambassador to Sierra
Leone by President Umaru Musa Yar’Adua.
I came back from that assignment in January 2012
and I have been on my own as a private sector
person.
As High Commissioner in Sierra Leone, what was
the experience like?
My diplomatic experience was quite good for me.
First of all, I served in Republic of Sierra Leone and
that is where the first University in West Africa,
Fourah-Bay College is located. When I look at their
war spanning almost 11-12 years, which was not a
pleasant one, I thank God for Nigeria that we are still
here together today.
Were you there during that period?
No, it was immediately the war was ending that I
was appointed, I came in during the peace
negotiations. While there, one thing I noticed is that
Nigerians are very hard working, we are very
committed with the drive to succeed. Anywhere in
Africa you meet a Nigerian, other Africans get scared
of them because we will take over their businesses.
So that strength and drive in us as a people is what
should not make us lose hope, that is one positive
thing about Nigeria.
So, the ability to wield a multicultural society
together is one thing that we need to do. To me, it is
the challenge we have. The moment we succeed in
doing that, the sky is our limit. We can learn from the
Singaporean experience, where the Indians and
Chinese live in one country. They have been able to
wield themselves together under one leadership. So if
we get it right; we have the size, the population that is
our strength, so let’s work on the disunity in our land
and we will grow from there.
How would you describe the relationship between
Nigeria and Sierra Leone?
Very cordial, Nigeria brought peace to Sierra
Leone and they have so much regards for us. It is a
small country, barely the size of Delta State. Nigeria is
like the big brother, always there to help in the spirit of
ECOWAS, because the peace of Sierra Leone is
peace of Nigeria. Remember when they had that
crisis, we had to send our military there; a lot of
resources went into bringing peace in Sierra Leone
and Liberia. We had to work together to make it right.
In terms of tourism how would you compare both
countries?
Nigeria is way ahead, but we are far behind East
African countries. I go to Rwanda and Southern
African countries regularly on consultancy and those
ones are prepared for tourism. We are not, but
because of our resources, we can afford to have five
star hotels and accommodate people; that is what is
lacking in Sierra Leone. They don’t have that much
hotel and the capacity to build places like the Eko
Hotel but we have it all. All we need is security then
people will come.
So you think Insecurity is responsible for the bad
economy we are experiencing today?
Insecurity is the reason for the bad economy. Most
foreign investors won’t come and invest, even
Nigerians who have their money outside won’t bring it
in. Again, we can see that the purchasing power of the
Naira is going down daily; so, we have so much to
work on. But as a nation that is just 61 years of
nationhood, there is still light at the end of the tunnel.
The challenge is quite much but, I think we can get it
right; we shouldn’t lose hope as a nation. We will
wake up one day and get the right leadership, that will
refocus the society, and then move us in the right part.
The government should work on uniting the
country, and get our security right and all things will fall
into place.
You studied Natural Science at the University of
Lagos, what informed your choice of career as a
tenager?
I loved mathematics and so I wanted where I could
express myself. If you remember in the 80s, banking
was beginning to move from the “tally number”
process to a more sophisticated level. That attracted
me to banking as well as the dress code- suit! After
my first degree in Natural Science, I had MSc finance,
then MBA in management all from University of
Lagos.
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INTERVIEW
What events in life would you say influenced
you as a person?
Two things played a major role; the death of
my uncle (my mother’s immediate younger
brother who brought me up in the 70s), and the
death of my wife in 2016. She died of breast
cancer. Those were very low moments for me. By
September this year, it will be five years. I have
remained unmarried, more or less married to the
kids and they are my strength. I derive a lot of joy
seeing, relating and sharing their thoughts with
them. I just have three of them, two girls and a
boy.
How did you cope after the loss of your wife?
I have always been close to my children and
they have been wonderful children. Her death
was a rude shock to the family, I had to provide a
shoulder on which the three kids could lean on
and to be able to communicate freely with me,
share ideas and guide them aright. It was
shocking, it was bad but we can’t question God.
You talked about leaving the corporate world
for politics what is the inspiration behind that
shift?
Two people influenced my coming into politics;
Ambassador Dele Cole and late Chief Tony
Anenih. They were people concerned about
giving service and improving the environment and
community. Again, there are things you cannot do
as a person no matter how wealthy you are, you
need the influence of government to change
policy direction, to address some ills of the
society. Those were the main issues that drove
me into politics.
And when you contested for governorship,
but did not get the ticket, you didn’t lose
hope?
No. Anybody can contest; you would either
win or lose. If you lose, sometimes, the winner still
comes back to you to say “sorry, I defeated you or
sorry you lost. I love some of the ideas that you
campaigned on, can you help work on that? In
such a case, you still have your own part in the
government to play. In such a case, it is not a
complete loss.
Are you looking at contesting again sometime
in the future?
No. At 60 I should be an elder statesman. I
hold an OFR (Order of the Federal Republic of
Nigeria). I will remain a statesman to guide the
younger generation, and see how far we can take
the country before our exit.
Are you one for youth leadership or youth for
president and why?
Sure, the reason is that they have their own
society. If you look at our population, they
constitute over 60 percent of the population. At
times, I want to believe we are not on the same
level with them; in terms of communication, they
know what they want and probably how to help
the society. So, I believe they should be given the
chance to grow the society the way they want to
see it in 20 or 30 years time and then let some of
us begin to take the back seat. To me, our
president should be in his 50s, should be
somebody in the bracket of 40 to 50 years.
Why?
To me at 60, you can’t be as agile as you were
in your 40s. Like I told you earlier, I came out with
a first class; in those days, I could read a book of
300 pages in two days but now, it will take me a
week or two to finish because diminishing returns
has set in.
At 60, you should be tidying up and asking
yourself, what will the society remember me for, and not
wanting to take over the mantle of governance.
So what would you want to be remembered for?
I want to be remembered as a man who stood for
justice, fairness and equity.
When you are not working, how do you take time out to
relax?
I do a lot of sports starting from tennis, squash and
swimming, that is what I do if I am not in Church. I am an
active member of the Anglican Communion.
When it comes to fashion, what are you comfortable
in?
I love the traditional African wear, if I am not at work that
is what I wear.
How do you keep fit when it comes to staying
healthy?
I have a gym at home, after my daily prayers, I
start my day there. When I come back from work, I
retire to the gym, I put in at least one hour daily.
What about food, do you eat healthy?
I try to eat healthy. I love African food that is why
you hardly see me spend more than a month or two
each time I travel to Europe. I love Amala, Tuwo, I am
an African.
If you want to live anywhere else, where would
that be?
That will be Delta State because it is a lovely
place; warm people, straight forward, we tell it the way
it is. It is not as stressful as Lagos, the kind of crazy
chase for money. There you are your brother’s keeper,
you wake up, your uncle is at your door; you
sit down with him and talk heartily. So I
spend my vacation more in the village than
outside the country. If I am outside it’s mostly
for business. It is just that insecurity has
reduced that.
What is your advice for the youths who
have lost hope in the country?
All is not lost; this is our rough time but, I
know we will come out of it much stronger.
We have done so well with democracy in the
last 21 years. If the military had done half of
what democracy has given us, we won’t be
here today. Yes, we are not there yet, but we
will.
What is that one great lesson you would
say life has taught you at 60?
Fall, pick yourself up, move on, don’t
weep, don’t keep complaining, don’t remain
at that point, put yourself together, you will
make it again.
I want to
be
remembered
as a man
who stood
for justice,
fairness
and equity.
Photography: Bamiyo Iselema Emina
Stylist.: JReason
Suit by JReason
April 25, 2021 / 5

with Adesuwa 07052403531 | adesuwaewoigbokhan@hotmail.com
SATISFYING YOUR LADY IN BED (1)
S
exual preferences are a lot like
how you order your favourite
pizza. In the same way, some
ladies have different sexual
tastes too. This is because
sexual preferences span across a spectrum;
what may turn one person on, might have the
very opposite effect on someone else, it is that
simple.
Making a woman happy is a lot easier than you
think. The biggest mistake anyone makes in a
relationship, is trying to read their lover’s mind.
Having great sex has nothing to do with the
size of manhood, it’s simply about learning to
use your body, and using it well; especially, on
how you use your hands, maybe your tongue
and your voice.
The bedroom is really not the place to prove
your masculinity; like, bragging about your
sexual prowess. The attitude you bring into the
bedroom matters, even if you like it rough, a
woman’s body isn’t something to be wrecked
or conquered, it’s to be satisfied.
The following are tips that can help you please
her enormously, and make her go weak in the
knees with an intense orgasm.
Learn her erogenous zones - the neck,
sweep of her spine boobs, armpits and crooks of her
elbows, wrists, palms and top of fingers. Other places
includes, hips and lower abdomen, backs of her knees,
ankles, and foot arches. Get to touch, rub, caress these
areas. Never squeeze except when asked. Look out for
what else you can do for her, every lady is a little
different, so you will have to figure out through trial and
error such as, asking the following questions - why don’t
you wear something sexy? Get some silk
boxers or pajamas, find some sleepwear that
she’ll enjoy taking off. You could even ask her
to pick something out for you. The bottom line
is to make sex about undressing each other
and not just about you undressing her and
then pulling off your socks.
Sex is not just about penetration and if you
thought that it is, you couldn’t be more wrong.
There’s so much more to the act that can
make it all the more pleasurable and hot. A
woman enjoys sex as much as a man but that
can only happen when you pay attention to her
needs in bed.
While men often overlook the importance of
foreplay and hurry the act, it is very important
from a woman’s perspective. Just because you
are all up and charged, does not mean that
your woman is ready for the act too. A relaxed
approach and a little consideration to what she
wants, does most of the trick. And do not try
too hard on making her orgasm.
Be a gentleman in bed - understand
the difference between aggression and abuse,
never cross the line and hurt her sentiments. If
you must have a rough sex session, be sure
not to let it get wild and turn violent. Tenderly
love and care for your woman like a delicate
flower that needs to be handled with care and
love.
Dirty talks can be used
to spice up your sexual
life - if you are keen on satisfying
your woman in bed, then learn to
talk dirty by telling her about what
you like about her, how you get
turned on looking at her naked, and
so forth. Also, try dirty dancing like
twerking, to give your regular love
making a whole new start. This
lends a refreshing appeal to sex as it
feels like new or the first time. The
whole idea is to make her feel
wanted and special.
TO BE CONTINUED...
household items throughout the day,
including your food for lunch and your
coffee in the morning.
TV Console
You’ll need a TV console to hold your
television and other media if you watch TV
or Netflix. Make sure the design fits the rest
of the room.
TV console
A Must Have in any
Sitting Room
Furnishing your first apartment seems easy - couch, coffee table, lighting,
etc., but moving is difficult. From moving your stuff to finding new
furniture, there seems to be an endless list of things to do. Here are five
items you will need to make your living room cozy:
Area Rug
Whenever I walk in the living room, I enjoy
the softness of a soft area rug under my
toes.
Throw Pillows
With throw pillows, you can add some style
to your room and support your back.
Arm Chairs
It is important that you have at least one or
two arm chairs in your living room to
balance out the space and to provide extra
seating. Arm chairs next to the sofa make
for a cozy spot for chatting with guests.
throw pillows & area rug
Sofa
The sofa is the first piece of living room
essentials you should decide upon. As the
largest piece of furniture in the room, the couch
is paramount in setting the tone of your space.
Coffee Table
Next, you should purchase a coffee table for
your living room. The coffee table can hold your
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/ April 25, 2021
sofa & coffee table
Chandelier
I definitely recommend selecting an
overhead chandelier that has at least 4-5
light bulbs to ensure your living room is
well-lit! If you have low ceilings, you’re
better off going with a flush mount.
Accessories
Objects that show off your personality can
be a great way to infuse some character
into a boring living room.
chandelier & accessories

BEAUTY
Wash Your Face Twice A Day
Cleansing or washing your face, form the basis of a good beauty routine for
flawless skin. It helps get rid of dirt and impurities. By washing, we mean
really lathering your face with a gentle foaming cleanser. Using a face wash
is extremely important, as simply rinsing your face with water is not enough.
Simple Beauty
Tips To Unlock A
Flawless Face
Wear Sunscreen Everyday
You should never leave the house without putting
on some sunscreen, to ensure that your skin suffers
minimum sun damage. Sunscreen prevents wrinkles,
spots, loosening and skin cancer. Choose an SPF with
at least 30 PA+++, which will give you extra hydration
and unmatched protection.
By - Temitope Ojo
Your skin is a tell-tale indicator of how
good you feel on the inside. This is why
it is very important that you take care of
your skin and pamper it silly from time
to time. But due to our busy lifestyles,
regular skincare often tends to take a
backseat. Add to this problem; constant
stress, dirt, pollution, sun exposure and
an undying love for junk food can really
spell doom for the skin!
Amazing skin is not very difficult to
achieve, provided you are regular,
determined and diligent.
These beauty tips for face are going to
give you a brighter, glowing complexion
that you are going to love.
Massage Your Face
Getting a facial massage is a
natural way to relieve stress and
enhance your mood. It helps
stimulate the production of
collagen and blood in the skin.
Regularly massaging your face,
tightens skin and lifts your facial
muscles. It is also an amazing
anti-aging treatment that works
well to give you a youthful glow.
Light manipulation on the skin
increases blood flow and oxygen
which is needed for healing, plus
it helps to expel toxins that are
often responsible for breakouts.
Drink A Lot Of Water
Water has a lot of skincare
benefits and is a natural
and super safe tip for
flawless skin. Skin, just like
any other organ of your
body, requires water to
function properly. Water
flushes out the toxins from
our vital organs while
also carrying nutrients
to the cells, which helps
the organs function at
optimum levels. With
regards to skin, it helps to
reduce pimples, marks and
acne, even delaying the
aging process to an extent.
Get Enough Sleep
If you are tired, then it is definitely going
to show on your face. This is why, it is very
important that you get enough sleep each
night. Sleeping helps rebalance your body’s
hydration, and keeps your skin healthy and
hydrated. Your body boosts blood flow to the
skin while you snooze, which means you wake
to a healthy glow. Skimp on sleep and your
complexion can look drab, ashen, or lifeless.
Use A Facial Mask Regularly
Facemasks are a perfect home tip to achieve
flawless skin. The benefits of using face masks
are many and they come designed for different
skin types, ages and solve specific problems for
quick and targeted action. Using the correct face
mask helps hydrate skin, remove excess oils and
improve the appearance of your pores. They’re
also an excellent way to help pull out impurities.
April 25, 2021 / 7

Stories by - Yemisi Suleiman
president Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu
Obi Asika, Bigi Rotimi Ige, DJ Sose, and Boluwatife Adedugbe
Rotimi Ige Emerges Winner of
Bigi Media Idol Maiden Edition
The entertainment editor of Nigerian Tribune
Newspapers, Rotimi Ige has emerged winner of
the maiden edition of Bigi Media Idol, recently
organized by the Bigi at Radisson Hotel in Ikeja,
Lagos.
The contest which was the first of its kind
in Nigeria was aimed at extending the talent
discovery platform of the Nigerian Idol to content
drivers, to help them appreciate the painstaking
efforts that usually go into the discovery of talents
through the show.
Ige in his first appearance, mesmerized the
judges and audience with his sterling performance
of the song, “Olufunmi” by Style Plus, while
Osigbe sang a popular West Life music. This
was followed by Arogundade, who performed
“Ade-Ori Okin” by Wasiu Ayinde.
Ige outwitted two other contestants to
secure the grand prize of two hundred and fifty
thousand naira and 10 packs of Bigi products,
while Osigbe Blessing of High Society Magazine
and Funsho Arogundade, Publisher of PM
Express emerged first and second runners up
respectively.
It was an evening of fun and display of
exceptional talents and entertainment, with
content drivers in music, lifestyle, entertainment
and arts, as well as online publishers and
bloggers in attendance.
Kosovo gets new female
president
As women continue to take the lead in politics and
other spheres of life, politicians in Kosovo elected and
swore in a new female president last Sunday for a fiveyear
term. The new president Vjosa Osmani-Sadriu
is the nation’s seventh president, and second female
leader, in the post-war period.
President Osmani-Sadriu has been described by
local media as “fearless” as she was among the first
to boldly speak out about the ruling corrupt elite, which
was not easy given the respect they earned by their
wartime roles.
The 38years old Osmani-Sadriu who is a law
professor and an activist, has captured the hearts of
many Kosovo citizens, as she is charismatic, confident
and a 21st-century role model for women.
Tomi Odunsi joins the
league of FIRSTS
Nigerian TV actress, singer and songwriter
Tomi Odunsi has joined the league of FIRSTS,
with her recent appointment as Young
President of the International Federation of
Business and Professional Women.
By her appointment, Tomi best known
as “Salewa” in the television series Tinsel,
becomes the first African to hold this position
in 90years. She was chosen among 110
countries in five Continents.
The 33-year-old mother of one, announced
the latest development in an Instagram post
on Wednesday.
She wrote: “I have been recently appointed
as the Young President of the International
Federation of Business and Professional
Women. Being the first African to hold this
position in 90years is a great honour and
privilege.
I want to say a BIG THANK YOU to the
110 Countries in 5 Continents who chose
me to lead this great organization. I also use
this opportunity to appreciation the great
Tomi Odunsi
people who have been my inspiration, mentor, cheer
leaders, prayer army.”
She thanked all those who have been a part of her
journey, great people who have been her inspiration,
friends family members and more, promising not to
let them down.
Mrs World resigns after Sri
Lanka Controversy
Weeks after she was involved in a controversy at
the Mrs Sri Lanka event, reigning Mrs World, Caroline
Jurie, has resigned her title, returning her crown to the
organization.
According to a statement released on social media by
Mrs World Inc. last Tuesday, “Her voluntary resignation
decision was made solely by Caroline herself,”
Jurie was arrested and released on bail this month
after a fracas at the Mrs Sri Lanka pageant in Colombo,
where Jurie forcibly removed the winner’s crown,
claiming the other woman was a divorcee and not
qualified to win the title.
Kate Schneider of Ireland, the runner-up in the 2020
contest which Jurie won, will be the new Mrs World
2020, the organisation said.