T.I.N MAGAZINE: 2017

Romance&Fashion: 5 Perfumes to make a man fall in love

Perfume is one of the most sensual things a woman can wear and just the mere hint of a great fragrance can make her irrestistible. We have put together a list of the 5 perfumes that are guaranteed to make a man faint.

In Nigeria, there is a general belief that private universities are far better than public varsities.

Yes.... We are still on the fashion thingy for the week.

We hope you are enjoying this festive month. Well, we've decided to share some styles with you for the festivities.

In 2017, several events happened and these things trended for long before being replaced by other issues. Some of these things caused us to laugh and made us happy. Last year, it was Bobrisky, the Mclurre twins, Olajumoke(the bread seller) that were the internet sensations.

As each year passes, the Nigerian film industry continues to improve on production, storytelling and marketing of works of art. In no particular order, these are the ten best Nollywood movies of 2017.

Controversies are never far from celebrities as they always tend to get involved in one knowingly and sometimes unknowingly.

However, some celebrities just love to be in the news whether for the good reasons or for the bad maybe just for the fame or to remain relevant in the game.

In what has been a truly interesting year, where the music out of Nigeria came with an exploratory feel. While 2016 was dominated with talk about going global, all of that has peaked in 2017, and artists have lost some of the pressure to misrepresent themselves. This has made for a very experimental music stream on projects released this year.

Prostitution is one of the oldest jobs in the world and has for quite a long time now, been regarded as a hateful and fallen choice of work.

But one thing is certain prostitution exists and will continue to exist despite bans and their legal status.

Countries where prostitution is legal (istock)

Some countries choose to outright ban the practice, while other countries have tried regulating it, providing sex workers with health and social benefits.

Over the years, there has been a change in the role of women in the contemporary African society.

The 2017 Soundcity MVP Awards Festival has been scheduled for 12th of January, 2018 at the Eko Convention Centre of Eko Hotels, Victoria Island, Lagos in Nigeria.

So here's what we've got for all the fashionistas we got reading today. Yeah, been a while we shared a fashion post but well, we got you new Ankara styles to try out this time and they are stunning!! Check them out below

Producers work just as hard, if not harder, than the singers whose hits they help make.

That should seem obvious, but being "behind the console" means being behind the faces of the songs too, even if some producers are helping singers with their hooks as well.

Yeba crooner, Kiss Daniel is currently involved in a legal battle with his one-time record label, G-Worldwide. Their case is already in court has been pretty messy of late.

Checkout The Ten Biggest Weddings In Nigeria 2017

Just like our skin needs extra moisture and
protection during the harmattan season,
natural hair also needs to be kept hydrated during the harmattan months. The goal is to make sure the hair is adequately moisturized so that breakages are avoided.

After the world cup draws that pitched Nigeria against Argentina, Croatia and Iceland, the Super Eagles have another friendly game to prepare them for the main event come June 2018.

Happy Throwback Thursday! Nigeria’s been said to retain the number one spot as the most mobilized country, well, there’s no surprise here because ever since mobile phones were introduced we don’t seem to get enough of them.

The next edition of the Headies Award aimed at honouring musicians, performers, producers, writers, and other professionals for their exploits in the year 2017 will be held on March 24, 2018, the organisers have announced.
Organisers of awards made the announcement on Wednesday on their official website.

A cryptocurrency defies a consensus definition. Since its first and most valuable version, Bitcoin was invented in 2009, the financial world has struggled to define it. It has been dismissed, called the currency of the dark web, a bubble, variously questioned. While it has endured all these, cryptocurrencies cannot be ignored.

Apart from “aunt, promise me” cries that follow my ever torn green promise card, and the anticipation of winning the biggest balloon sold across the street in the balloon try out games before a purchase, one thing I miss from my childhood long Christmas vacation is my aunt’s ever ready coconut candy.

Even if you can’t afford to live in your own palace, you can see what it might be like by visiting some of Nigeria’s most stunning palaces.

These royal palaces are like an African dream come true.

With property and living costs on the rise, expensive estates springing up in all parts of the city, the development of Lagos into a mega city has seen an upswing in the cost of property, it is no wonder Lagos state has been dubbed one of the most expensive cities to live in Nigeria.
Residents in Lagos have a choice of either staying in the Lagos Island or the mainland. While most people have a preference for living in the Lagos island due to its high-life status, beauty, and economic opportunities. There are still very good areas located on the Lagos mainland which can as well compare to the cost and standard of living on the island.
Here are the top 7 most expensive places to live in Lagos;

Economic Community of West African State, ECOWAS announced it has concluded plans to implement sub-regional development projects worth 29.66 billion dollars for the period of 2018 to 2022.
Marcel Alain de Souza who is the President of the Commission, said this while presenting the Status Report on the State of the Community to the Second Ordinary Session of the ECOWAS Parliament in Abuja.

According to research, one third of all American cancer deaths might be diet related. What is best to eat then? The answer is to avoid food that stimulates cancer and cleave to healthy food.
Some of the best anti-cancer foods are listed below:

With waxed fruits and pesticide filled fruits in the market, knowing how to pick the right produce is quite necessary and useful.
Here’s a handy guide to use when picking some common fruits.

Nigeria is the most populous black nation in the world, it has a population of over 180 million people. The country has 3 major tribes, although it has over 250 ethnic groups, with over 520 languages. Every tribe has a special way of living, such as marriage, art, food, dressing. These are what makes the country an interesting and attractive place for foreigners. Customs and traditions differ across the various tribes. The tribes have different ways of doing things and celebrating.

Diacetyl is an organic compound also known by the name butanedione, and it comes with a buttery flavor. Therefore, it is used as a food additive in many products and it should be safe to eat. In fact, you can find it in caramel and butterscotch, as well as cheese and butter.
Despite the fact that it is harmless if you eat it, diacetyl can become dangerous if it is inhaled. After it has been discovered that the diacetyl in popcorn and other foods can cause lung diseases. After this has been discovered and people also found out that some of them were exposed to the toxin, a series of lawsuits have been filed on behalf of people exposed.

All available tickets for the 2018 World Cup finals in Russia have been taken, with Peru taking the 32nd and last ticket, after their 2-0 win against New Zealand.
The 32 countries that will compete at next year’s World Cup finals in Russia are:

Checkout The Top 10 Nigerian Female Sports Gladiators

Females add glamour and spice to sports globally. In this report, ’TANA AIYEJINA takes a look at some Nigerian female athletes who have created waves on and off the sporting arena

Today we have something for fellow Nigerians who are planning to apply for visa and get it with no much wahala. Enjoy below

The process for applying for a visa is very exhausting and rigorous. Hence, it will leave a sour taste in the mouth after serious planning, submitting and been interviewed for a visa, you end up being denied. One of the saddest things that can happen to anyone is to be swindled of hard-earned cash because of lack of information. So many people who wish to travel out usually fail to secure visas first because agents ask for too much money in excess of the visa application fees and second because they lack the relevant information to do it themselves. As such, if you are about to make your visa application, then you should look out for these signs are to further prepare you against a visa rejection.

Today we will be taking a look at the latest Ankara styles for weddings. The Ankara fabric, with its bright colours and interesting patterns has brought so much attention to the African fashion scene this year. These African wedding designs have transcended the Nigerian market and can now be seen on various celebrities overseas.

Ankara wedding gowns come in a wide variety of colours and patterns and you always have the option to mix colours and patterns to create your own, unique style.
In this article we will also be taking a look at various Batik & Kente skirt and blouse styles for weddings.

Ginger is among the healthiest (and most delicious) spices on the planet. It can be used to make foods spicy and even as a food preservative.
It is loaded with nutrients and bioactive compounds that have powerful benefits for your body and brain.

Oduduwa University Offers 27 First Class Graduates Automatic Employment

Chibuzor Nwoke, vice chancellor of Oduduwa University, says 27 first class students have been offered automatic employment by the institution.
Speaking during a pre-convocation press briefing, he said the first class graduates would be given jobs with the university provided they are interested.

For those of you who might have forgotten or want to know where the whole Yoruba tribe started from, well here is a brief history below addressing things

The Yoruba are the second largest ethnic group in Nigeria, with a population of about 30 million, and occupy most of what we refer to today as South Western Nigeria. Indigenous Yoruba populations can also be found in the Republic of Benin and Togo (1). They boast a rich culture which has influenced many other ethnic nationalities in the country and beyond.

All of these rivers stretch over the length of at least 1,000 kilometers. Here, in this article, you will find useful information about rivers in Africa by length. Each of the rivers has its own peculiarities and geographical characteristics. Let’s learn about them and add to your knowledge of the geography of the world.

The ancient city of Katsina is located in the North-West of Nigeria; it is bordered in the east by Kano and Jigawa States, west by Zamfara State, south by Kaduna State, and north by the Niger Republic. The home of hospitality as It is called was carved out of the old Kaduna State in September 1989.The state comprises of two emirates that characterized the later establishment of the seven Hausa kingdoms.

After ankara, the dashiki fabric is probably the most popular fabric in Africa. What’s great about this material is the versatility. There are so many options to be explored with the fabric and designers are doing so many amazing things with it. Check out these amazing things you can do with the Dashiki fabric.

Itching after having a bath is not rare, lots of people experience itching all over their bodies or on specific areas just after having a bath. The condition is, however, not considered a serious medical issue, although it produces a great deal of discomfort and is a nuisance, clawing at your skin just after bathing is something I’m sure no one would be content with, especially if itching continues for an extended period of time after shower. Itching is medically called pruritus, and it may leave scars and permanent damage to your skin.

We know you guys have been expecting T.I.N Magazine's year end rankings, sorry we are starting too late.
This time, we are here to show you the biggest Nigerian songs of year 2017 and do trust us it took us sometime to get all the stats and arrange accordingly.
Criteria Used: Digital stats which includes; YouTube views, Web Downloads, Streams.
And we used how much the songs were relate-able to the average Nigerians, Radio airplays and street popularity.

This Nigerian female Army officer known as Porch Army girl on Instagram, is certainly having guys drooling over her, all thanks to her savory photos.

Moving too fast is rarely a good way to start a relationship, but with the sparks of the early stage of romance, it is easy to miss the fact that you are leaping into things.
It is normal to get all loved up and gooey during the honeymoon phase, but if you get caught up in that, you can end up rushing into a relationship built on giggles and sex, without much substance.
Here are five signs you are moving too fast.

Africa’s best police service is that of Botswana despite being ranked 47th best in the world. This is according to the World Internal Security and Police Index (WISPI) released by two bodies, the International Police Science Association (IPSA) and the Institute for Economics and Peace (IEP).

Represented by the Director, Claims Resolution, Mr. A.S Bello, the CEO said: “The protection of the depositor remains our top priority.

Super Falcons of Nigeria forward and Dalian Quanjian FC footballer, Asisat Oshoala has been crowned Chinese women’s League ‘Best Striker of the season’ for 2017.

Doesn’t it just amaze you how 60hours speed past like the snap of a finger? All through the week, you pray and grovel, begging the Almighty to send the weekend, and finally, it comes. You blink and it’s another Monday morning, the weekend is gone.
The secret to workday success is having that weekend which leaves you refreshed and recharged. So when that doesn’t happen or when it feels just too short, the week is a downer.

If your wedding is coming up soon, colour combination for traditional wedding attire is an extremely important topic for you right now.

Planning your Nigerian wedding can be difficult, when you start thinking of the best colour combination for wedding, including attire for bride, groom and bridesmaids. However, this task will become much easier with these easy tips.

Italian prosecutors have began investigations into the death of 26 Nigerian immigrants, mostly women who lost their lives while attempting to cross the Mediterranean sea into Europe.
Most of the victims were between the age of 14-18 may have been sexually abused and murdered as they attempted to cross the sea.
It was gathered that their bodies were currently in a Spanish warship, Cantabria, at the sea which is also carrying hundreds of other migrants, including other Nigerian survivors.

Abuja and Lagos are the cities most people want to reside in. It’s no surprise as Abuja, Nigeria’s Federal Capital, is noted as one of the most developed cities in the country with good road networks and infrastructures, high level of business activities coupled with the best spots for having fun. The most populous city, Lagos, is not left out either, with first class business affiliations, multinational companies and a good number of tall buildings and skyscrapers, it’s quite easy for one to fall in love with these places and decide to make it a home.

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Prostitution is one of the oldest jobs in the world and has for quite a long time now, been regarded as a hateful and fallen choice of work.

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