Month: April 2023

Fascism on course – Wole Soyinka

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It would appear that a record discharge of toxic sludge from our notorious smut factory is currently clogging the streets and sewers of the Republic of Liars. It goes to prove the point that provoked the avalanche EXACTLY! The seeds of incipient fascism in the political arena have evidently matured. A climate of fear is being generated. The refusal to entertain corrective criticism, even differing perspectives of the same position has become a badge of honour and certificate of commitment. What is at stake, ultimately is – Truth, and at…

NYSC compensates family of deceased Corps Member

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The National Youth Service Corps has paid the death benefit of late Corps Member Juliana Osochenemi Azakaza DT/16B/6364 to her Next of Kin in Delta State. Late Juliana Azakaza, who was a mother of one, until her demise was a serving Corps Member in Warri South Local Government Area of Delta State. Speaking on behalf of the NYSC Director General, Brigadier General YD Ahmed, the Director, Corps Welfare and Health Services, Mr Ayodele Omotade during the handing over of the death benefit to the Next of Kin, Mr Azakaza Onajite,…

The “daddification” of church leaders, By Seun Kolade

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“Yes Daddy” is a destructive cultural phenomenon that needs to be stopped in its tracks by well-meaning citizens, starting with diligent disciples in the church pews.     Spiritual fatherhood is not a title for ostentation and self-glorification; it is a responsibility that must be undertaken with humility and allegiance to the one Master of all – the Lord himself. And it is the one reason why the Lord warns: “do not call anyone on earth ‘father,’ for you have one Father, and he is in heaven” (Matthew 23:9). It…

NAHCON announces fares, airlines for 2023 Hajj exercise

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The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) Friday has announced eight different 2023 hajj fares regime for the Northern States and other parts of the country. NAHCON Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, Usatdh Dhikrullahi Hassan, made the announcement at a news conference Friday shortly after a meeting with the Chief Executives of the 36 States and FCT pilgrims boards, agencies and commissions. “The 2023 Hajj fare incidentally has eight different costs. Pilgrims in Maiduguri and Yola departure centres in the North East will pay the sum of N2,890,000 and this…

Senate President salutes Senator David Mark @75

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The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has congratulated former Senate President, David Mark, as he marked his 75th birthday. Lawan thanked God that the former Senate President is marking the day in good health. He said David Mark as Senate President fully understood his roles and discharged them excellently. “I congratulate former Senate President David Mark on this joyous occasion of his 75th birthday. “I join his family, friends and political associates to celebrate the former Senate President who discharged his responsibilities in his numerous leadership positions with distinction.…

EASTER: Senate President felicitates with Nigerian Christians

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The President of the Senate, Ahmad Lawan, has sent his felicitations to Christians in Nigeria as they join their brethren across the world in remembrance of the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.   As they mark this great occasion of Easter, Lawan urged the faithful to reflect on the significance of the season.   The Senate President said just as they celebrate Easter for Jesus’ victory over death on the cross and his resurrection that rekindles the hope of eternal life, they should also pray for the peace and…

EASTER:CDS felicitates with Nigerian Troops

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The Chief of Defence Staff, General Lucky Irabor has felicitated with members of the Armed forces of Nigeria on the occasion of Easter celebrations. The CDS in a release signed by the Acting Director Defence Information,Brig General Tukur Gusau wished members of the Armed Forces and their families happy Easter filled with love and joy. He then called on AFN to use this period to reflect on the love of Jesus Christ for which this season is celebrated and continue to manifest Love for Country in all dispositions. He urged…

Drama as pastor allegedly absconds with 52 phones and money after crusade in Ibadan

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Residents of Aponrin in the Agbowo area of Ibadan, Oyo state, have been thrown into confusion after a pastor identified as Dr. Owen Abraham allegedly absconded with 52 Android and iPhones, money, and valuables.     The pastor was said to have told his victims that he was led by God to come to Ibadan from Gambia for the crusade.   It was learnt that the cleric, on the last day of the crusade, claimed that Holy Spirit directed him to tell those in attendance to submit their phones, money…

Easter: Gov Adeleke felicitates with Christians, recommits Himself to Good Governance

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Osun state Governor, Senator Ademola Adeleke has felicitated with Christians on the celebration of Easter, charged them to use the occasion to reflect on the very essence of the divine sacrifice by Jesus Christ.   Governor Adeleke, who noted that Easter impressed on humanity the unquantifiable power of love, tasked Christian faithfuls in a message to let the valuable lessons of Jesus’s sacrifice reflect on them all the time.   He charged Christians to hold to the message of love and compassion, which are the basis of the Easter celebration,…

FCT Police deploys massively ahead of easter celebration. … as CP assures residents of a peaceful festivity

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The Federal Capital Territory Police Command has deployed human and material resources across the nooks and crannies of the FCT to ensure that residents enjoy the Easter celebration to its maximum. The deployment which consist of all Intelligence and tactical assets at the Command’s disposal cemented with inter-agency collaboration is born out of the need to curb crime and criminality in all its dynamics. The deployment is characterized by strengthened police-community relationship towards intelligence gathering, visibility policing at all places of worship and every point of social gathering, stop and…