Dr. Ann Amuta
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I LOVE research. The effects of research are profound - creating new knowledge, influencing evidence-based practices and improving the lives of others. Being a researcher is one of the greatest honors of my life.
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A news reporter in the US just emailed me asking about
#EndSARS
WOW!!! Y’all are doing this! Keep on keeping on! Change is coming, the world is watching! Bravo 👏🏾
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Women: it’s okay to honor and respect your husbands, cook for him, serve him, do his laundry and generally take care of him. Don’t be carried away by the hullabaloo around. Cultivate an atmosphere of love and honor in your beautiful home.
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It’s official. I was recognized for my outstanding performance and overall excellence in research & teaching as an Assistant Professor of Public Health and awarded tenure and promotion to Associate Professor. The process of tenure is rigorous and fraught with several highs and
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I am now an American citizen! So grateful for my journey!
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I’m really happy Joke Silva closed her comments and other Tinubu supporters are in the closet and afraid to publicly support him/APC. This means we’re getting somewhere.
There is shame in supporting greed, wickedness and failure, and I’m happy they recognize this.
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Mom’ing and working hard from home this morning! I am so grateful I still have a job and a paycheck! What are you grateful for?
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Pregnancies and motherhood have already set me back 2-3 years behind my male colleagues, and, I have a very supportive husband and healthy babies. Women truly sacrifice so much. Shout out to ALL working mothers out there - pushing through & making it work; you’re not alone ♥️
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I turned 33 today! Feeling grateful for all the hats God has entrusted me with. Today was uneventful & quiet but also exactly what I needed.
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Every time my husband needs to correct me, he calmly starts with
“I’d really love it if you...”
I’m learning to always use that as well. It totally disarms me and helps us avoid unnecessary fights.
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The idea of animal rights is truly arbitrary. Who decides what animals we eat and those we make pets. How can you call a dog your ‘child’ but stare a lobster in the eye while it’s being killed for your fancy dinner. I’ll never understand.
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As an African immigrant in America you will experience 2 types of discrimination:
Type 1 is from SOME White people: it’s a ‘pity’ type. They don’t hate you, they mostly feel like you come from poverty and feel bad for you. So you’re treated ‘well’ and asked a million questions
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If you save one naira daily for one year, you still won’t have one dollar at the end of the year. -My brother
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4 years ago today! Still the best decision I ever made.🥹❤️
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I was just awarded a research grant from the National Institutes of Health (NIH)!!!. It’s a small grant but I’m just so happy to get my foot in the NIH door doing what I love (Reducing cervical cancer morbidity and mortality among Black Women)
I’m beside myself🤩
What an honor!
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What else does Tinubu want from Nigeria? Has he not taken enough? How much is he paying you to support him? What is wrong with Nigerians? Ahh my God!!!
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I just pray I get awarded this cervical cancer research grant I applied for. I will be able to fully sponsor 5 of you under my grant as research assistants. Fully funded education in America. God help me. I love you guys! Well done 👏🏾
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Immediately ASSU, NASU, SSANU etc.. call off the strike, RUN don’t walk to get your transcript. Send your transcript to World Education Services for ICAP course by course evaluation. Do not leave your fate in the hands of the Nigerian govt. Even if you have no plans of
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Men: it’s okay to love your wives unconditionally. Be faithful to her, hug her from behind, kiss her with ur eyes closed, help with household chores, pamper & propel her, encourage & build her up, respect & honor her. You’re the leader and head of your house. Make it a paradise.
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Some of u on Instagram already know, but if u’re not following me on there, the news is I’m expecting another beautiful baby boy early next year! I’m excited, honored and humbled to birth & raise Men of sound character - I don’t take this responsibility lightly. Love y’all 🤗
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I celebrated my baby’s ability to stay on his belly and push up for longer than usual.
Then I saw a video of my friends baby, 3weeks younger already crawling. For a sec my son’s milestone seemed insignificant.
Comparison is the thief of Joy. Pls don’t get caught up like I did.
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Baby boy is here and I am now totally outnumbered..lol! Thank you all for your goodwill during my arduous pregnancy. God bless you! ♥️
Some of u on Instagram already know, but if u’re not following me on there, the news is I’m expecting another beautiful baby boy early next year! I’m excited, honored and humbled to birth & raise Men of sound character - I don’t take this responsibility lightly. Love y’all 🤗
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My husband is so unbelievably calm, thoughtful, kind, private and selfless. Literally my hero. My greatest blessing.
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We had our son’s baptized the other day and took a few photographs. I’m so grateful for the legacy my husband and I are creating.
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A candid photo after church today. I won’t be where I am without the full and unwavering support of my husband. He is my greatest cheerleader and anchor. He’s a dream and I just want to publicly acknowledge him for always putting me and the kids first.
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Look at this helpless, powerless and young man. Nobody cared to provide masks, gloves and other protective gear for him. He’ll go back home to his family & friends....if you ever wondered how pandemics happen. Nigeria is giving you a free & short course.
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My dad retired from medicine and started a catfish business.
Nobody would patronize and everyone wanted free fish.
So my mom routinely bought the fish from my dad so his ‘business’ would grow and to motivate him.
She gave people the fish for free and when they tasted it, they
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If you or any lady you know finished with a first class in mathematics and is interested in doing a masters in the U.S., specifically North Texas, please comment or tag them. There’s a funding opportunity for you 📚🤗
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If you had a choice, do a masters and PhD in Public Health. Very very lucrative now.
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I love this photo. My husband is so supportive of my career and ambition. While I was on stage during graduation (I hooded my PhD student), he was hustling two little boys in the audience. His shirt was covered in snacks after and here I am helping him clean up. So grateful.
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I told my White American neighbor I don’t like her cat waltzing into my backyard unhinged. I don’t like cats AT ALL, they creep me out. She goes “but u’re African, u literally live with animals in Africa, you have Lions, why fear cats”🤔 where does our relationship go from here?
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If not for anything, the fact that Nigerian students in public universities have been on strike for several months under the leadership of APC and Tinubu/Buhari should literally make you kick them out of office. It’s that simple.
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Nigerians are so brilliant! The statement of purposes I’m reviewing of people trying to get into grad school abroad are mesmerizing - I’m amazed at the intelligence!!! We have many geniuses. So proud 🥲
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If you plan to earn a Masters of Public Health abroad and possibly find a good paying job after graduation, you should either do epidemiology/biostatistics or environmental/occupational health. The other areas of public health are hard for immigrants to break into and pay sucks.
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Do u know American students are not allowed to travel to Nigeria for study abroad programs? I was planning one for my Global Health class before COVID and the administrator said Ghana is coded green (safe and encouraged) but not Nigeria. Nigeria is Blacklisted as unsafe.
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Love is a decision, it’s not a feeling. You won’t feel love for your spouse/partner every single time. But, you must decide to love them nonetheless.
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This is why I am committed to making sure my children know and experience Nigeria. Have a strong relationship with my family in Nigeria, and read African literature. So that they are proud & knowledgeable of their African heritage.
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I turned 34 yesterday🥳 8-8-88! Celebrated all day. Forever grateful for Gods grace over my life. Not by power or by might, but by the spirit. I love you guys and thanks for celebrating with me!
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Pls not every woman’s happiest day is her wedding day.
My happiest day was the day I defended my dissertation, recieved an ovation, passed with no corrections, and a couple hours later found out I was receiving best graduating student award. Phew that day is etched in my memory.
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To all my single people out here, finding a spouse shouldn’t be about potential, it should be about patterns. Is he always late to everything? Is she always nagging? Does he/she follow through with promises? Check for patterns because patterns produce results not potential.
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typically came back and bought many more. Now he has 8 large catfish ponds and doing great!
It’s not very profitable, but it keeps my dad busy and excited, he’s happy and my mom is happy 😃.
Happy wedding anniversary to my parents, and a special shoutout to my mother-A QUEEN😍!
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Stop listening to people saying Nigerians in the US are suffering. Lies! The Nigerians being referred to are those here illegally or who came abruptly via green card. Those who are legal, came to grad school and are now working are doing amazing and top earners in their fields.
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If you want to school abroad, try to make sure your course of study is STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering or Math). Companies and foreign governments salivate over most STEM graduates. STEM generally increases your earning potential & makes ur immigration path much smoother.
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My mom has had the same best friend for over 45 years… blows my mind every time I think about it! From moving countries, to being neighbors, and moving countries again, celebrating and mourning, they have never missed a beat. Such a mighty blessing!
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Peter Obi must be protected at all costs! He is a national treasure.
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Thanks to the pandemic, my husband and I both work fully from home and are together 24/7; yet, we still somehow like each other. We can gist and laugh for hours and are never tired of each other’s company. This is not a result of love but a deep friendship.
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A married couple I am very good friends with who went to med school in Nigeria migrated to the US in 2010.
They told me they could barely afford their flights.
In 2020, their combined salary is around $750k annually. The guy is in general surgery, his wife pediatrics.
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My mom was my dads boss for 3 years but she still would come home and make sure he was well taken care of. We had cooks but she was always the one who served him his food. I admire how much she has honored my dad for 43 years and counting. 😍😍
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Applying to Grad school/PhD? Make sure your CV is formatted in this order:
✅Name
✅Education
✅Research Interests
✅Research experience
✅Teaching experience
✅Work experience
✅Volunteer and community engagement
✅Awards and honors
✅References
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I decided a long time ago, that my mother in-law will not be my enemy. I will honor, love and respect her. And if necessary, provide for her. She’s not perfect, who is? But because I made that decision and stuck to it, our relationship has thrived.
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Cooking beside my mother-in-law on different burners. She’s making her son’s favorite meal & I’m making my son’s favorite meal. Both son’s sitting at the dining table eagerly awaiting their food...I looked at my MIL and saw myself in 32yrs lol. Somethings will never change...
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I just found out about Pastor Emmanuel Iren and wow wow wow!!! I’m on my 10th sermon, and diligently taking notes!
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And if you decide not to, please don’t make fun of women who do. Leave them alone!
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Finding Joy with my family during this uncertain time. I hope you are too. Much love -Ann
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Not every woman can handle a thriving career, a healthy marriage, and raising balanced children all at once. Women need to know that its OK, we don't need to do all three to feel accomplished.
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One of my biggest hopes is that transcripts in all Nigerian federal and state universities will be computerized and automated. I’ve reviewed too many scholarship applications where great candidates lost out because they couldn’t retrieve their transcripts before deadlines. So sad
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I’m now a Davido fan. For people to give him so much in 24 hours means he has been KIND and has a reputation many of us never knew about. So impressed
@davido
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African because they were so ridiculed by black Americans for their names, accents, food, nappy hair’ dark skin, etc that they stripped every Africanness in them to fit in. This is the most heartbreaking thing because being African is absolutely BEAUTIFUL 😍
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FYI, people are tired of the mess Nigeria has become. Strike, no electricity, insecurity and a host of other issues! My God! You gotta be angry at people who claim to love Nigeria but support the same people that have made Nigeria what it is!!! COMMON!!! 😭😭
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I’m 31, the youngest of 5 kids. It’s just my parents at home now and I’m so grateful they are friends. They can gist for hours laughing about random things. One thing I know they ensured was nothing except Jesus came before their relationship, especially
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about Africa because many white Americans have a plan to do missions or atleast visit the African Safari.
Type 2: from SOME Black Americans. This is the one you don’t see coming but hurts the most. They call you ugly, make fun of your accent, your food, call you ‘African booty
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I gisted my husband some crazy stuff one of my close friends did a while ago when she was in Nigeria, we laughed and all...but since then, he hasn’t been very friendly to her. I regret giving him that gist because I love her 😩! Somethings you just have to keep to yourself.
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Sis, you best believe there are great marriages and husbands out there. Don’t give up or become cynical because of anti-relationship rhetoric. What is life without hope and romance? You will find a good guy 🙏🏾.
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I have faced so much rejection in my life, two major ones this month alone...i've just cried my eyes out. What I am learning through rejection is strength. Strength to be okay with not having my way, strength to appreciate where God has placed me, and strength to slow down...
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I have it on good authority that some of our faves have been paid thousands of dollars to support a certain candidate for the Nigerian presidency (upwards of $30K). I’m still shocked. But then again, I shouldn’t. The heart of man is desperately wicked and greedy. 😔 so sad…
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I want to encourage you to have the courage to not be liked by everyone. To be yourself, your true self, just exactly how you were created...unique and wonderful.
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Immigrant students! Winter is coming! Make some friends, get some company! Comment under this tweet your school and city; and meet other students around you. Don’t do life alone…🤗
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It’s my birthday today! I have this photo to celebrate because this was a modeling gig I did that was completely outside my comfort zone...but I did it! So, today, I want to encourage you to do something outside your element - experience a new U - before your next birthday 🧡
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scratcher’ say you smell, make sure to differentiate themselves from you because you’re African.
So, you’re inherently lonely because the people you thought would love you don’t and look down on you.
The people you thought will hate you, pity you...it’s a lose lose situation.
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Women are just better nurturers. Why are most career paths in healthcare, children education, Human Resources, etc dominated by women? Imagine taking your baby to daycare and all the staff are men...
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Women arguing ‘no gender roles’ are the same women that want men to open the car door, give up their seats on a bus, pay for dinner, buy them flowers, whisk them away to London/Dubai for no reason, carry heavy things for them, never cry, be rich, spoil their friends etc. LOL 😅
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But the people my hearts hurts for are the African children who move to America with their parents at a young vulnerable age. They lose their identity and find it hard to fit in anywhere. That’s why you find many of these children, now adults, hate the fact that they’re
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Haha! Someone asked why I wear the same clothes in my videos on YouTube.
I’m a minimalist and have very very few clothes and own few things in general.
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Public Health Education is a complex science. One of the most effective & proven health education strategies is using culturally appropriate language. This is why
@aproko_doctor
is a success. Because he understands how to grab Nigerians attention using our cultural lingo & tone.
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You’re bleaching your gorgeous skin but angry at the royals for worrying about Archies skin color...okay 🤡
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The key takeaway here is ‘it’s okay’ to do these things for your husband. I’m not endorsing slavery or misogyny. I’m only encouraging you that you’ll be fine if you did.
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If you are easily offended, you’re easily manipulated. Offense will keep you isolated, angry, shallow, and with no meaningful long-term relationships
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Keeping it real. Some parts of my social life are stunted because I’ve been in sch my whole life. Graduated college at 19, Masters at 22, PhD at 26 and still in school as a professor now at 32 lol! Sometimes, I wish I spent more time traveling in my twenties & living life wildly
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40% of Lagos monthly revenue and allocation goes directly into one mans pocket...you know who. This is why we must demand change by all means necessary; it’s all connected.
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Currently filming a video on how to apply to graduate school. Detailed step by step. Will post a link once it’s edited.
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Him: Dr. Ann please can you review my grad school documents?
Me: No, I’m sorry. I’m swamped with work right now.
Him: but I follow you on Instagram and saw you were at a baby shower, so you can’t be so busy.
Me: Blocked.
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It’s really heartbreaking that Buhari has still not come on TV to address the unrest in Nigeria 🇳🇬
#EndSARS
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Burna boy is only African Giant for abroad people. Falz is the African Giant for Africans. We see you Falz. And we thank you.
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The week I moved to the U.S., I attended my depts orientation for students. There was a buffet and we all served ourselves and ate. Shortly after, I overheard 2 American girls making fun of “that weird African girl” (me) who ate all her food like she was starving etc... I left
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When you feel someone is posting too much or showing off. You need to pause and check your heart. Most times, those thoughts come out of jealousy & envy. Rejoice with those who rejoice. Uplift. Encourage. Hype. Edify.
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Two things your CV don’t need:
1. Your picture
2. Your date of birth
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Easiest way to stop being broke is to stop caring about what your friends and family think of your possessions and lifestyle. Live within your means, be debt free and have peace of mind
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Cooking practicum. Making sure my boys understand that knowing how to cook is an essential life skill for both men and women🌟 kids are never too young to start *safely* getting involved in the kitchen.
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My dad has nothing to worry about 😂 I look exactly like him 🤣♥️♥️
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We should start a Twitter book club...
I have some great book recommendations & I’d love to get some from you.
We could read one chapter every week & discuss.
Thoughts? Like/retweet if interested 📔I think it will keep us accountable to read and help us unpack dense text!🤍🤍
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If you know the inner workings of Lagos politics, you’d know Sanwolu is only a puppet.
#EndSARS
#LekkiMassacre
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I’m excited about the conversations going on! I love the passion and drive we all have! Thank you thank you!! Let’s keep the dialogue going! Honestly, the insults and whatnot don’t bother me lol, I’m good! Hope you’re good too :)! 🫶🏾🙏🏾 Nigeria must leave the hands of the corrupt!
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Data science is so hot right now...and will be hot for the foreseeable future. Pay is incredible, job opportunities are countless and immigrant status is irrelevant because they need you!
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Yesterday, we celebrated the most incredible man, husband and father turning 36!
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The truth is- doing online courses on Udemy, Coursera etc.. will not get u new opportunities. But, doing somethin hands-on & practical frm what u have learned in these courses is what ultimately matters. There has to be a skill to show for it, if not, please don’t waste ur time.
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I’m sorry you were offended is not the same as I’m sorry I offended you.
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Being an immigrant student is not easy. Give yourself grace, work smart to prove your worth, show up and put your back into your work. You left everything you know to a foreign land. You��re stronger and braver than you’re giving yourself credit for. ✨✨
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Men: it’s okay to love your wives unconditionally. Be faithful to her, hug her from behind, kiss her with ur eyes closed, help with household chores, pamper & propel her, encourage & build her up, respect & honor her. You’re the leader and head of your house. Make it a paradise.
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I know I always say “I finished with a 2.2 and I am now relatively successful bla bla...” but let me tell you what is even better...a first class!!! Don’t relax because you see successful 2.2 stories. Work hard for a good grade and you won’t have to go through the huddles.
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My Igbo friends in Dallas are so extraaaa 😂! They are always cooking up business ideas, looking for better job opportunities, pushing me to do more, make more money, my God....I feel stretched!!!😅 but always so inspired though🧡
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