Author: Femi Ajasa
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US to #ENDSARS protesters: Engage yourselves politically to realise change you desire
The United States Mission to Nigeria has advised #EndSARS protesters to take a political approach in achieving the change they desire in their country. The US said this in a Facebook post on Wednesday while also expressing support for ongoing police reforms. The post read, “Today is a day to reflect on the loss of…
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Court fixes Nov 22 for arraignment of ex-Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah
A Federal High Court, Abuja on Wednesday fixed November 22 for the arraignment of ex-Aviation Minister, Stella Oduah, over allegations bordering on fraud while she served in the office. Although Oduah, who currently represents Anambra North Senatorial District at the National Assembly, was scheduled for arraignment before Justice Inyang Ekwo on Tuesday, the proceeding could…
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[Devotional] IN HIS PRESENCE: Keep becoming
By Oke Chinye Read: PHILIPPIANS 3:12–18 Meditation verse: “Not that I have already attained, or am already perfected; but I press on, that I may lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus has also laid hold of me” (Philippians 3:12). You are a work in progress. You need to keep moving towards…
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[Devotional] IN HIS PRESENCE: Can God count on you?
By Oke Chinye Read: DANIEL 3:8–30 Meditation verse: “But if not, let it be known to you, O king, that we do not serve your gods, nor will we worship the gold image which you have set up.” (Daniel 3:18). Three young men stood in the moment of truth; bow down to the king’s golden…
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Gani Fawehinmi 2021 Integrity Award: Dr Tonye Jaja makes list of upright Nigerians
… described as an uncommon man of honour By Emman Ovuakporie Dr. Tonye Clinton Jaja, a lawyer and public servant is among the nominees in the 2021 Most Outstanding Nigerians in the fourth edition of the Gani Fawhinmi Integrity Award series. In the short citation of Dr Tonye Jaja he was described as one Nigerian…
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Politics of nosemask- Udeme Nana
By UDEME NANA The outbreak of COVID – 19 brought a new fashion item to protect people from the spread of the deadly virus. Some call it ‘face mask’ but that description is not correct because it is meant to cover only the mouth and nose ; both organs in the body which are susceptible…
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UK warns citizens against travelling to 12 Nigerian states
The United Kingdom has advised its citizens in Nigeria to steer clear of 12 states in Nigeria, saying Boko Haram insurgents were likely to kidnap foreign nationals. The UK Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, FCDO, which announced this in a travel advisory for its nationals weekend, said there was a high threat of kidnap throughout…
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Our kitchen is on fire we continue to fight – Dele Sobowale
Dele Sobowale “As the world decarbonises, the shift away from oil, gas and coal will pose risk to the value of wealth of countries that are already abundant in non-renewable energy (for example Nigeria and Angola); but also that of countries with recent oil and gas discoveries (Mozambique, Kenya and Senegal). The risk of stranded…
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[Devotional] IN HIS PRESENCE: Is your mind lying to you (2)
By Oke Chinye Read: PHILIPPIANS 4:8 Meditation verse: “Keep your heart with all diligence, for out of it spring the issues of life” (Proverbs 4:23) Here are some more examples of how your mind can distort your reasoning: Blaming / Denying: When you hold other people responsible for your situation in life. For instance, your…
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I’ll chew you raw if you speak negatively about Oyedepo – Ibiyeomie
Founder, Salvation Ministries, Port Harcourt, Pastor David Ibiyeomie has said he would chew anyone raw who speak negatively about Bishop David Oyedepo. Ibiyeomie said Oyedepo and other top men of God are to be honoured and not to be disrespected or spoken evil against. “You must honour them in your heart. It is more of…