Tag: Peace
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Christmas: Jonathan calls for unity, peace
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has called for love, unity and peace among Christians and others around the world.
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NBC DG, Adaji makes case for State, Local boundary committees
The National Boundary Commission (NBC) has called on State Governments of the federation that are yet to establish State and Local Government level boundary committees to do so in the interest of peace and unity in border communities.
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Nigeria and Benin embark on campaign to tackle insecurity
The National Boundary Commission (NBC) and its Beninese counterpart have embarked on a joint sensitisation campaign geared towards cementing the historical bond that existed between both countries prior to colonial rule. The campaign, which took place at Kosu Bosu, Baruten Local Government of the Kwara State sector of the Nigeria-Benin International Boundary, featured socio-cultural activities…
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Akwa Ibom @ 35: Peace beyond understanding – By Udeme Nana
As Akwa Ibom State rolls out the drums to celebrate the milestone of attaining 35 years in existence, one resource stands out unmistakeably. Although it’s silent and not tangible, it pervades everywhere in the state and shines through beckoning indigenes , non indigenes and visitors alike to embrace and cherish it.
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Nigeria @62: Royal fathers, Ngige , IPAC sue for peace, credible elections
Royal fathers, the Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr Chris Ngige and the Inter-party Advisory Committee (IPAC) have urged Nigerians across geo-political zones to embrace peace, remain hopeful and work towards achieving credible elections in 2023.
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Nigeria@62: Ex-president Jonathan sues for peace, unity
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has urged Nigerians to prioritise patriotism, unity and peace as they make their choices at the polls in 2023. Jonathan in a goodwill message personally signed by him in Abuja to mark the 2022 independence day, said that the anniversary came at a time the nation was preparing for its general…
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Why life expectancy has shortened globally – Cleric
The Executive Secretary, Plateau Christian Pilgrims Welfare Board, Rev. Fr. George Gorap, has said that life expectancy has reduced globally due to lack of peace.
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God’s signature tune – By Femi Aribisala
God is the God of peace. (Romans 15:33). When He speaks, even to the storm, peace is established. (Mark 4:39). The psalmist says: “I will hear what God the LORD will speak, for He will speak peace to His people and to His saints.” (Psalm 85:8). Joseph told the pharaoh who wanted the interpretation of…
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The blessing of peace [2] – By Femi Aribisala
Jesus says: “The words that I speak to you are spirit, and they are life.” (John 6:63). There is a spirit in the word of God. That spirit is peace. When God speaks, He speaks peace. The psalmist says: “I will hear what God the LORD will speak, for He will speak peace to His people…
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There is such a thing as a bad peace – By Owei Lakemfa
I am not a pacifist. Not all who seek peace are pacifists. There is such a thing as a bad peace, which is the silencing of the gun even if the terms are not favourable. This is what the unforgettable Russian President Vladimir Illich Ulyanov, alias Lenin, in 1918 called a “shameful peace”. This is…