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During the period I was producing popcorn at home, my living room became a sort of Mecca. Children from all corners of t...
02/11/2025

During the period I was producing popcorn at home, my living room became a sort of Mecca. Children from all corners of the neighborhood found their way upstairs the moment they caught a whiff of freshly popped corn in the air.

They didn’t even bother knocking anymore — they had become that familiar. The moment they smelled the popcorn, they would shout, “Aunty Popcorn has started!” and within minutes, my house would be full.

Some came with money in hand, ready to buy. Others came empty-handed, hoping for a handful of free popcorn. I would sometimes give them a little and whisper, “Don’t tell your friends downstairs.” But before I could even blink, the whole compound would know. Siblings, cousins, and neighbors would troop upstairs, everyone wanting “just a little.”

Some begged to buy on credit, others just wanted freebies. I later told the “free group” to show their parents before eating anything, just to be safe.

Was I irritated? Not exactly. But I became increasingly worried. What if one of them tripped on the stairs? What if someone got injured in my apartment? People talk. Stories spread fast. And I didn’t want unnecessary drama.

Even worse, what if one of them ate my popcorn and later had a stomach ache? These days, innocent neighbors have been accused of poisoning children over food given in goodwill. I’ve heard stories — and some of them ended badly.

The hardest part was turning them away. Their excitement, their little smiles — it was difficult to say no. But I had to make a tough decision for my peace of mind and safety.

Last month, I packed up all my popcorn materials and moved them out of my house.
It wasn’t an easy choice. But it was a necessary one.

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Someone commented on my post yesterday saying she doesn’t like popcorn because it causes catarrh.This is not the first t...
29/10/2025

Someone commented on my post yesterday saying she doesn’t like popcorn because it causes catarrh.
This is not the first time I’m hearing that kind of statement, so let’s address it once and for all.

Does popcorn cause catarrh?
The answer is NO! Eating popcorn does not cause catarrh. That’s just a misconception.

First of all, what is catarrh?
Everyone naturally has some mucus in their nose, throat, and sinuses — and that’s normal.
But when the mucus becomes too much, that’s what we call catarrh. (You know the saying, too much of everything is bad!)

So, what actually triggers catarrh?
(a) Infections
(b) Allergies
(c) Irritants like dust or smoke
(d) Sudden temperature changes or certain foods

Now, does popcorn contain anything that triggers mucus?
No! Popcorn is simply made from corn — it has starch, fiber, and a small amount of protein. That’s all. Nothing about that causes catarrh.

However, there are a few reasons why some people might think popcorn gives them catarrh:

Butter: If popcorn is made with a lot of butter, it can thicken existing mucus in sensitive people.

Allergy: Some people are naturally allergic to corn, and that can lead to catarrh or cough.

Salt: Popcorn that’s too salty can irritate the throat and make you feel congested afterward.

Personally, I rarely use salt or butter in my popcorn production — and that’s probably why my popcorn rarely “gives” people catarrh.

So next time someone says “popcorn causes catarrh,” kindly tell them it’s not true. It’s not the popcorn — it’s usually the butter, the salt, or their own allergy.

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Okay, you’ve tried everything in your popcorn business, and nothing seems to be working. But have you tried prayer?Or ma...
22/10/2025

Okay, you’ve tried everything in your popcorn business, and nothing seems to be working. But have you tried prayer?

Or maybe you’re just planning to start your popcorn business — have you committed your plans into His able hands?

God exists. And He is always ready to listen. I’ve seen Him in action countless times, especially in those moments when I almost gave up on this business.

He promised that we will not go hungry. Read Psalm 37:25 — your daily bread is a sure banker!

But don’t fold your hands and expect manna to fall from heaven. God doesn’t bless laziness. He has given us brains to think and hands to work — the rest, leave to Him.

He will not disappoint.

But wait — prayer alone isn’t enough. You must back it up with faith in action. I didn’t say faith and action; I said faith IN action — there’s a difference.

If you pray but still doubt God’s ability to promote your popcorn business, how will it work?

Faith makes you deaf to naysayers.
Faith keeps you from seeking people’s validation.
Faith keeps you calm even when yesterday’s popcorn didn’t all sell.

Faith is very, very important.
Remember — God doesn’t do magic. But He does work miracles.

Gradually, you’ll see Him lift you higher.
Trust Him alone.

Amen.

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These two girls are heading to the same destination — Otuocha, the capital of Anambra East Local Government.One is carry...
20/10/2025

These two girls are heading to the same destination — Otuocha, the capital of Anambra East Local Government.

One is carrying her plastic box of abacha, and will be hawking from Aguleri Junction to Otuocha Main Market.
The other is going to do the same with her buttered popcorn.

Whose goods will sell out first?
A mathematician might guess.
But truly, only God knows.

Hawking is not easy.
If you ever think of helping people, start with those who hawk.

The harsh sun. Market agberos. The long distance trekking. Over-haggling buyers.
Rude drivers. Bad days. Endless hope.
A hawker deals with all these — daily.

Sometimes, someone sets out in the morning with optimism, hoping to sell everything, but returns home with every item untouched.
Other days, sales flow like a miracle — everything gone in a flash.
You can never predict.

Yesterday, I was in traffic, feeling very thirsty.
A vendor with a cooler full of cold soft drinks approached my window.
I had ₦600 — three ₦200 notes.
I asked for a bottle of TEEM soda. He said ₦500.
I gave him ₦600 and told him to keep the change.

Come and see his joy!
But honestly, I was happier than he was.
It was just ₦100 extra from me — but for him, it meant hope, encouragement, and renewed energy for the day.

Being on the street is one of the hardest things in Nigeria.
The street isn’t smiling.
Let’s take our Christianity there — through kindness, empathy, and small acts of love.

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11/10/2025

Secret to success: Stick to one thing for a long time.

In my area, the popcorn business has become the fastest-growing venture. Young graduates, single parents, family men — e...
10/10/2025

In my area, the popcorn business has become the fastest-growing venture. Young graduates, single parents, family men — everyone is diving into it.

They rush in, taste and see that there’s no gold there, and rush out just as fast.

You see all those top popcorn vendors online — dressing fine, sharing big profit figures — they didn’t arrive there overnight. It took years of sacrifice. They could have succeeded in any business because of their creativity and discipline.

So, what’s my point?
Instead of thinking only about selling popcorn, why not think about the Popcorn Economy?

Take Benin City, for example. In the entire Oba Market — the largest in Edo State — you’ll find only about three shops selling popcorn materials like nylons. Only three!

I’m not talking from the top of my head. I did a thorough market survey. Every day, popcorn vendors get stranded because they can’t find the nylons they need. Some travel all the way from Uwelu, New Benin, Upper, or Ikpoba Hill just to be told, “No stock.”

Now imagine if you start a business that supplies popcorn materials directly to vendors. You’ll be solving a real problem — and probably making more than those frying corn in the heat.

Unless, of course, you prefer popcorn heat to popcorn monopoly money.

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02/10/2025

push your business with evangelical zeal.

30/09/2025

Don’t let anyone tell you not to be a jack of all trades in this Nigeria we’re living. Agụụ ga-egbu gị.

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