1. Problem:

a) Starvation and Malnutrition;
– Lot’s of kids in our community face starvation and malnutrition thus leading to health complications in some of them.

b) Unemployment;
– Lot’s of families here are unemployed thus leading to lack of food in their households.

c) Alcoholism and Drug Addiction;
– Lot’s of people here indulge in alchoholism and drugs due to high poverty rates.

d) Poverty;
– Lot’s of families here live below 1$ per day and are living in unfavourable conditions.

2. Audience:

a) Orphans
b) Widows
c) The elderly
d) Vulnerable kids

– But preferably all ages are included as long as they’re disadvantaged and fall under those categories.

3. Offering:

a) Local Food Access (Baby Feeding Project);
– This is a project where we offer hot porridge in the mornings and also lunch whenever funds allows us to. It’s a project targeting vulnerable kids, widows, orphans, the elderly and also adults who fall under the category of vulnerabilities. My mom started it and I later chipped in to help in search of donors. It runs through donations from well-wishers all over the world.

4. Value;

a) Nourishment;
– Kids and other people who fall under that category of vulnerabilities get nourished when atleast they get food.

b) Hopefulness;
– Kids and people with vulnerabilities get hope of living since when people are hungry lack hope. They say a hungry man is an angry man.

c) Restoration of families;
– When vulnerable people are fed, they’re able to live in peace and harmony in their households.

d) Lower crime rates;
– These vulnerable people when fed they won’t indulge in crimes thus lowering crime rates in our community.

e) Restoration of a sense of humour;
– When vulnerable people are fed, their sense of humour begins to come back alive since many had lost it completely.

f) Peace, Love and harmony;
– When vulnerable people are fed, peace, love and harmony begins to be nurtured into their lives.

5. Impact:

a) Families;
– That positive impact is seen being developed in families which lacked peace, love and harmony. Atleast a lot of starving families can get meals and that brings a smile to their faces.

b) Individual;
– Orphans, widows, the elderly and vulnerable kid’s hope and a sense of belonging is instilled back into their lives.

c) Community;
– There’s a lower crime rate when those vulnerable individuals get food since they won’t steal again for food. This brings forth peace, love and harmony into the community.

d) Good health;
– When vulnerable individuals are fed, they won’t face health challenges that are brought by starvation and malnutrition thus promoting good health in our community.

Description:
This digital artwork portrays the silent struggle of a child living with cerebral palsy — a condition often misunderstood in Northern Nigeria as a spiritual curse rather than a preventable neurological challenge caused by complications at birth.

The exaggerated wide eyes and protruding tongue capture the visible physical effects many children face, while the bright, seemingly cheerful yellow striped shirt contrasts sharply with the inner pain and isolation caused by stigma and lack of proper medical care.

Created as part of the “ART for Policy Change” campaign, this piece challenges harmful cultural beliefs and calls for urgent action: better maternal healthcare, skilled birth attendance, and compassionate community support for children with cerebral palsy and their families.

Let’s replace stigma with understanding. Let’s turn silence into advocacy.

Description:
This digital artwork portrays the silent struggle of a child living with cerebral palsy — a condition often misunderstood in Northern Nigeria as a spiritual curse rather than a preventable neurological challenge caused by complications at birth.
The exaggerated wide eyes and protruding tongue capture the visible physical effects many children face, while the bright, seemingly cheerful yellow striped shirt contrasts sharply with the inner pain and isolation caused by stigma and lack of proper medical care.
Created as part of the “ART for Policy Change” campaign, this piece challenges harmful cultural beliefs and calls for urgent action: better maternal healthcare, skilled birth attendance, and compassionate community support for children with cerebral palsy and their families.
Let’s replace stigma with understanding. Let’s turn silence into advocacy

Passion Project Title:
ART for Policy Change: Breaking the Silence on Cerebral Palsy in Northern Nigeria

Problem → Audience → Offering → Value → Impact

The Problem:
In Northern Nigeria, particularly Borno State, cerebral palsy rates remain high due to widespread home births (often over 80% in rural areas), lack of skilled maternity care, birth asphyxia, and the deeply rooted cultural belief that CP is a spiritual curse rather than a preventable neurological condition. This leads to delayed care, stigma, and lifelong disability for many children.

Target Audience:
Pregnant women, young mothers, families affected by cerebral palsy, and community/religious leaders in rural and semi-urban.
Signature Offering:
A powerful art-driven initiative featuring my signature emotive digital realism artworks fused with Northern Nigerian cultural elements, combined with interactive community sensitization workshops and simple advocacy toolkits.

Value Created:
The artworks and workshops make prevention messages emotionally compelling and culturally resonant — far more effective than text alone. They shift harmful narratives, increase demand for skilled facility-based births, reduce stigma, and generate authentic community stories for policy advocacy.

Impact:
By aligning with SDG 3 (Good Health), SDG 4 (Quality Education), and SDG 9 (Innovation), this project will protect future generations, support affected families, and drive measurable policy change for better maternal and child health services in Northern Nigeria. Starting locally, the model has potential to inspire similar art-for-policy approaches globally.

This is more than awareness — it is art as a tool for real behavior change and policy influence. I am ready for Stage 2 execution with clear artworks, community feedback, and momentum already building.

Ready to advance. 🚀

#BSMe2e #PassionProjects #Stage1 #ARTforPolicyChange #CerebralPalsyAwareness

my talent is using sound as a reflection of what people go through.

Body fat isn’t something to feel guilty about. For cyclists, it’s more like a setting you can adjust – not a judgment on who you are.

Get it right, and you ride better. Push it too far, and your body starts to struggle.

Why Body Fat Matters (But Not the Way You Think)

Cycling performance comes down to one key idea:
How much power you produce vs. how much weight you carry.

Less extra weight → easier climbing
More strength → more speed
Better balance → better endurance

So yes, body fat plays a role. But here’s the truth:

Being lighter doesn’t always make you faster.

If you try to lose fat too quickly:

You can lose muscle (bad for power)
Recovery becomes slower
Energy drops
Performance actually goes down

The strongest riders are not just light—they are well-fueled and powerful.

Body Fat Has a Job

Your body fat isn’t useless. It actually helps you:

Produce hormones
Protect your organs
Store energy for long rides

If you go too low, your body starts “cutting corners” in important systems. That’s when problems begin.

There Is No Perfect Number

A lot of people search for the “ideal body fat %.”
That number doesn’t exist.

What’s best for you depends on:

Your age
Your gender
Your training level
Your goals

For example:

A racer might aim lower
A daily rider might stay in the middle
A beginner should focus on consistency, not fat loss

Your body changes over time—and your ideal range changes too.

What Are Good Ranges?

Instead of one number, think in ranges:

For Men (rough idea)
Competitive riders: leaner range
Regular riders: moderate range
Health focus: wider range

As you get older, these ranges naturally go up. That’s normal—not failure.

For Women

Women naturally have higher body fat—it’s part of healthy biology.

Same idea:

Competitive → lower range
Recreational → middle
Health → wider

Again, the numbers increase slightly with age.

Reality Check: Most People Are Higher

Compared to the general population:

Most men are around 25–30%
Most women are around 35–40%

Cyclists—even casual ones—are usually fitter than average.

So don’t compare yourself to random people.
Compare yourself to your own progress.

Measuring Body Fat (Don’t Overthink It)

Different tools give different results:

Home scales → easy but not very accurate
Gym scans (InBody) → better, still affected by water
DEXA → most accurate, but expensive

What matters most:
Use the same method and track changes over time.

The Real Goal

Don’t chase a number.
Chase better riding.

Focus on:

Riding consistently
Eating properly
Getting stronger
Recovering well

If your body fat improves along the way, great.
If not, but you’re riding stronger and longer—that’s still a win.

Cycling isn’t about being the lightest rider.
It’s about being the strongest version of yourself on the bike.

Ride more. Fuel properly. Stay consistent.

Your body will adjust.
Your performance will follow.

Extra Notes for Everyone
1. Health Is Bigger Than a Number

Body fat % is just one measurement. It does not define your health or worth.

Focus more on:

Energy levels
Daily movement
Strength
Sleep quality

If these are good, you’re already doing well.

2. Your Lifestyle Shapes Your “Ideal”

A delivery rider, office worker, and homemaker all live different lives.

Busy job → need energy and stamina
Home routine → need mobility and consistency
Hobby rider → need balance and enjoyment

There is no single “perfect body” for everyone.

3. Move More, Even in Small Ways

You don’t need intense workouts.

Simple things matter:

Walking more
Taking stairs
Short rides
Doing chores actively

Small daily movement builds long-term health.

4. Don’t Starve to Look Fit

Eating too little can cause:

Low energy
Mood swings
Weakness
Poor focus

Eat to function well, not just to look a certain way.

5. Strength Matters for Daily Life

Being strong helps with:

Carrying groceries
Climbing stairs
Working long hours
Avoiding injuries

You don’t need a gym—bodyweight exercises or daily activity is enough to start.

6. Energy Is the Real Goal

Ask yourself:

Do I feel active during the day?
Can I do my tasks without getting exhausted quickly?

If yes → you’re on the right track.

7. Progress Is Personal

Don’t compare yourself to:

Athletes
Social media
Friends

Your body, your routine, your pace.

Even small improvements count.

8. Balance Beats Extremes

Extreme dieting or overtraining usually backfires.

Better approach:

Eat normal, balanced meals
Stay active regularly
Rest properly

That’s sustainable for life.

Final Thought

Whether you ride a cycle, work a job, run a home, or just move through your day—

Your goal is not to chase a number.
Your goal is to feel stronger, healthier, and more capable in your everyday life.

And if cycling is part of that journey—even better. 🚴

Rain

Run, rain, relief

A wide-angle, documentary-style photograph capturing a young boy working in a traditional outdoor fish-drying yard. The scene is framed through rows of translucent, sun-dried fish hanging in the foreground, creating a natural bokeh and a strong sense of depth. The boy stands in the center, dressed in a white graphic t-shirt, carefully tending to hundreds of fish laid out on bamboo mats to cure under the bright, midday sun. The background features weathered corrugated metal fencing, highlighting the rustic and industrial nature of this coastal livelihood.

In the middle of a relentless downpour, a lone worker walks forward—carrying not just a sack on his head, but the quiet weight of survival. The rain blurs the line between hardship and resilience, yet his stride remains steady. This moment captures the raw reality of everyday labor, where struggle is constant, but so is strength.

Farming

Eye of nature