Coalition not a threat to PDP, Makinde declares
.As S/West PDP leaders reaffirm support for party

Oyo State governor, ‘Seyi Makinde, has declared that the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) is an institution that cannot be threatened by talks about an emerging coalition, noting that the party remains united and undivided in the South-West geopolitical zone.

The governor said that PDP leaders in the South-West have resolved that as responsible leaders, they would stay in the party and fix whatever challenges arise, adding that the PDP will deal with its issues and come out stronger as the only credible political alternative for Nigerians.

Governor Makinde stated this on Friday, while speaking with newsmen shortly after a meeting of the South-West PDP Caucus, held at the South-West PDP Secretariat named after Hon. Soji Adagunodo.

He said: "We want the whole world to know that the PDP in the South-West is united and we are together and that the coalition is not a threat to the PDP.

“Who are these people in this coalition? They were in some parties before, whether PDP or APC. What are their antecedents? Does it mean that anytime they move from one party to the other, they have repented or they have something new to offer the people? These are salient questions.

"This Soji Adagunodo House is for the PDP South-West. If the roof is leaking, as leaders of PDP in the South-West, are we going to abandon the building and go somewhere else to take refuge? No. We will stay inside here and fix it to let the people know that we are responsible leaders and we have the interest of the people at heart.

"So, a lot of people can say whatever they like, but in a party like the PDP, which is an institution, we have our own ways and means of dealing with such issues. When we get to the point where we have to deal with such issues, I give you the assurance that we will."

Earlier, the meeting which comprised the Osun State governor, Senator Nurudeen Ademola Adeleke, who was represented by his deputy, Prince Kola Adewusi, former Governor of Osun State, Prince Olagunsoye Oyinlola and other key leaders, issued a communique, stressing that the leadership of the party in the zone distanced itself from the coalition.

Noting that the leaders reaffirmed their loyalty to the PDP and commitment to the unity, stability, progress and success of the party at all levels in the zone and across the country, the communiqué added that the PDP South-West Caucus threw its weight behind the party’s National Working Committee (NWC) that the party would be open to working with other like-minded citizens desirous of rescuing Nigeria from the stranglehold of the All Progressives Congress (APC).

It added that the the Caucus commended and appreciated Governors Makinde and Adeleke and other leaders of the PDP in the South-West Zone for their untiring roles in ensuring the stability and growth of the PDP, noting that the “PDP in South-West is intact and urges all organs and relevant bodies of the party to remain focused and continue to work assiduously towards the successful conduct of the scheduled National Convention to further strengthen and reposition the PDP for the task ahead.”

The communiqué read further: “The Caucus resolves to intensify efforts to ensure the victory of our great Party in the upcoming by-elections in Oyo and Ogun States as well as Local Government Council election in Lagos State. The Caucus is confident that the PDP as a party of choice in the South West and Nigeria at large will record sweeping victory in the coming elections.

“The Caucus demands that the Federal Government immediately release the withheld Osun State Local Government allocation. The withholding of the Osun State Local Government allocation by the Federal Government is unconstitutional, unwarranted and a violation of the rights and wellbeing of the people of Osun State.

“The Caucus expresses very serious concern over the worsening insecurity and economic hardship in the country under the APC administration. The Caucus reechoes the declaration of Governor Makinde that the 2027 election will be between Nigerians and the APC, with Nigerians ultimately triumphing under the banner of the PDP.

“The Caucus again commends Governor Makinde and Governor Adeleke for their people-oriented leadership in ensuring peace, stability, security and infrastructural development in the South West Zone.

“The Caucus urges Nigerians not to lose hope but remain resolute and continue to rally with the PDP as our party leads the charge to rescue our nation from the misrule of the APC.”

Leaders in attendance at the meeting also include the PDP Deputy National Chairman (South), Amb. Taofeek Arapaja; Dr Eddy Olafeso; Senator Monsurat Sunmonu; Dr Saka Balogun; PDP National Vice Chairman (South-West), Barr. Kamorudeen Ajisafe; and Oyo State PDP Secretary, Alhaji Wasiu Adeleke, among others.

Modern feminism taught women they don’t need anyone. Now millions are facing life alone, exhausted, emotionally burnt out, and quietly longing for the safety of a healthy masculine presence.

Modern feminism told women they don’t need a man. Now many are overworked, overwhelmed, and emotionally drained

Facing life alone while pretending as if everything is ok.

But deep down?

They’re craving rest, safety, and the calm that only healthy masculinity can provide.

The truth is, a real man doesn’t compete with a woman; he covers her.

And a real woman doesn’t lose her strength by needing a man; she multiplies it.

Independence is powerful. But partnership builds empires and legacies.

I will never be a modern feminist. My mother submitted to my father; I will submit to my MAN.

Queen Ammy

To the Leadership of University of Calabar

For students who have invested 7-8 years of their lives, many now in their final year, this directive to withdraw is not just disheartening; it is deeply unjust.

Education is a contract built on trust: when a student commits time, effort, and money, the institution must keep its end of the bargain. These students did not over-admit themselves. They did not set the quotas. They did not create this crisis. These actions are of the school!

It is unfair and frankly unacceptable to push the burden of a broken system onto young people who have only done what they were told would secure their future.

I hope the University of Calabar rethinks this decision and finds a fair solution that doesn’t dump the weight on young people who’ve already given so much.

Let’s do better. These students and Nigeria deserve better.

Nigeria depends on the strength of its institutions.
~@aproko_doctor
#SurvivingDentistryInUNICAL

“Before She Say She Be 35, Just Know Say She Don Dey 45… And Na Una Cause Am!”

These days ehn, woman no fit talk her real age again without fear. Before one babe go open mouth talk say she don reach 33+, she go first look left, look right, check who dey the group chat, calculate who go judge her… then she go settle for “I’m just 29 going on 30.”

But who cause am?
Na some of una!

Yes, you!
You wey dey always open mouth dey shout:
— “33+ women na iron condemm
— “She don old.”
— “Na desperation age.”
— “She go soon rush go marry.”

Una don use una mouth finish 33+, now women dey use filter for birthday age. You go jam 45-year-old wey dey say:
“I’m celebrating 35 for the 3rd time!”

But guess what?
33+ women na the real deal!
Na dem strong pass.
Dem don cry, wipe tears, wear makeup and still show up looking like success.

How to Know a Real 33+ Babe (Wey No Get Time for Nonsense):

1. Her Peace of Mind Na Full Package – She no dey do “talking stage” wey go last 6 months. You either show working or shift.

2. Her Skin No Be Noise – She dey glow with confidence, not clout. Her stretch marks na tiger stripes of survival.

3. She Go Love You and Still Chase Her Bag – She no dey wait for man to define her life. She go support you, invest in you, and still slay on a budget.

4. She Don Outgrow Rubbish – If you carry childish behavior come her side, she go air you like bad network.

So before you open mouth ask woman “how old are you sef?” like na job interview, remember say age no be disease.

Some of you wey dey drag 33+ women never even figure una life at 28.
Dem wey una dey mock don already build business, raise children, and still look finer than una 21-year-old crush wey dey use Snapchat filter like face mask.

Moral of the storpllloy:
No dey pressure women to lie about age.
Na age wey show strength, growth, and beauty.
33+ no be end of the road — na where wise women start to shine without apology.
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Support her. Respect her. And no ask her age if you no fit handle the answer.

Hope you learnt something.??

*OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL*

*DATE: FRIDAY, JULY 11TH, 2025*

*THEME: PHYSICAL EXERCISE IS PROFITABLE*


*MEMORISE:*
*“For bodily exercise profiteth little: but godliness is profitable unto all things, having promise of the life that now is, and of that which is to come.” - (1 Timothy 4:8)*

*READ: 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 (KJV)*

19. Or do you not know that your body is the temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have from God, and you are not your own?

20. For you were bought at a price; therefore glorify God in your body and in your spirit, which are God's.

*MESSAGE:*
Today's memory verse tells us that the profit from spiritual exercise - which is godliness - far outweighs that of physical exercise but also implies that the little profit from physical exercise cannot be gained from spiritual exercise. To function excellently in this physical realm, you need your body to be active and healthy, hence the need for physical exercise. If you ignore the little profit from physical exercise, no matter how godly you are, you just may shorten your lifespan here on earth by yourself.

Many people today want to live a soft life. They do not want to engage in things that will stress their bodies or stretch their muscles. They want life to be soft and easy, even though the Bible says that we should endure hardness as good soldiers of Christ *(2 Timothy 2:3).* You need to be in good physical shape to do the things that God put you on the earth to do. Therefore, you should always find time to exercise your body so that you can remain physically fit for God's use.

Nowadays, a lot of people are living endangered lives because they do not exert themselves physically. They move from airconditioned rooms in their houses to airconditioned cars and then airconditioned offices. Many people will not even attend a church without air conditioning. However, doctors advise that it is important to sweat. It is also important to stay under the sun for a while every day, especially around midday, because sunlight has tremendous qualities that are good for the body. Personally, I exert myself physically by going on prayer walks regularly. The walks help me to stay in good shape physically, while the prayers help me to maintain good spiritual health.

Beloved, God cares about the health of your body *(3 John 1:2).* He cares about how you treat the container that He has given to you to enable you to fulfil your purpose on earth. Regular exercise will help you manage your weight, and it will help strengthen your bones and muscles. It will also reduce your risk of getting sick and improve your ability to perform your daily activities effectively. Regular exercise will also improve your mental health. If you have a job that requires you to sit for long periods of time, or if you work from your home, physical exercise must be part of your daily routine. Do not let your desire for a soft lifestyle shorten your lifespan.

*ACTION POINT:*
Kickstart a regular physical exercise routine today if you do not have one.

*BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:*
Ecclesiastes 5-8

*AUTHOR: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE*

*HYMN 7 - I AM THINE O LORD*

1. I am Thine, O Lord
I have heard Thy voice,
And it told Thy love to me;
But I long to rise in the arms of faith
And be closer drawn to Thee.

*CHORUS:*
Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord,
To the cross where Thou hast died;
Draw me nearer, nearer, nearer, blessed Lord,
To Thy precious, bleeding side.

2. Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord
By the power of grace divine
Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope,
And my will be lost in Thine.

3. Oh, the pure delight of a single hour
That before Thy throne I spend,
When I kneel in prayer, and with Thee, my God
I commune as friend with friend!

4. There are depths of love that I cannot know
Till I cross the narrow sea;
There are heights of joy that I may not reach
Till I rest in peace with Thee.

“I don’t believe i am strong enough to be with one person. So i think women will run away from me for being truthful. I will not be dating you and telling you that you’re the only person. People who have the strength to turn off being attracted to other woman once they meet the right woman, i hail them. But me, you are a beautiful lady and it doesn’t stop me from admiring another woman who is beautiful.” ~ Don Jazzy finally reveals why he is yet to settle down on The Nancy Isime Show.

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE*

DATE: FRIDAY 11TH JULY 2025

THEME: *PRAY FOR NIGERIA*

MEMORISE
Ezekiel 22:30
And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none.

READ
Ezekiel 22:24-30
Son of man, say unto her, Thou art the land that is not cleansed, nor rained upon in the day of indignation.
There is a conspiracy of her prophets in the midst thereof, like a roaring lion ravening the prey; they have devoured souls; they have taken the treasure and precious things; they have made her many widows in the midst thereof.
Her priests have violated my law, and have profaned mine holy things: they have put no difference between the holy and profane, neither have they shewed difference between the unclean and the clean, and have hid their eyes from my sabbaths, and I am profaned among them.
Her princes in the midst thereof are like wolves ravening the prey, to shed blood, and to destroy souls, to get dishonest gain.
And her prophets have daubed them with untempered morter, seeing vanity, and divining lies unto them, saying, Thus saith the Lord GOD, when the LORD hath not spoken.
The people of the land have used oppression, and exercised robbery, and have vexed the poor and needy: yea, they have oppressed the stranger wrongfully.
And I sought for a man among them, that should make up the hedge, and stand in the gap before me for the land, that I should not destroy it: but I found none.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
*When the wicked rules, people mourn.*

MESSAGE
In the last three years, our country has gone from bad to worse. Considering the rising tempo of happenings within the nation, it is clear that war is imminent if nothing is done to reverse the negative present state of things.
According to our text today, when the leaders in a nation are corrupt and wicked before the Lord, we can only expect sorrows.

The Bible says: "When the wicked rules, the people mourn."

Nigeria has been mourning and groaning for some time now, and I think it grew worse since this regime stepped into power. Things have not been the same.

Unemployment, hardships, hunger, and worse still the killings of innocent farmers whose only hope of sustenance is their farm produce calls for serious prayers and fasting.
For a nation whose economy depends largely on agriculture to watch farmers being killed, it shows that the nation is on the verge of collapsing economically and otherwise.

Beloved, we cannot continue to pretend that all is well with our nation. We must all rise up and pray for this country. We need to ask God to step into the affairs of this nation as He had done in history.

Let it be known that He rules in the affairs of men. Daniel 4:17.

People with burden and concerns must arise and weep for Nigeria and our leaders. We need God now more than ever before.

We need to ask God to send mighty angels into the camp of the enemies of God's purpose for Nigeria. God used His angels to judge the enemies of His people in history. Exodus 12:13,23. 2Kings 19:35,
God sent His angels to judge evil leaders in history. Acts 12:23. This is the time for us to call upon our God to answer us by fire.

ACTION STEPS
1. Plead for God's mercy upon Nigeria. Ask God to forgive the sins of all Nigerians and her leaders.
2. Pray that God will remove evil leaders from the throne and replace them with those who will do His will in this nation.
3. Ask God to send His mighty angels to defend the cause of the oppressed and fight for the restoration of Nigeria's glory.

PRAYERS
Dear heavenly Father, Thank you for today's devotional guide. Oh God of hosts, deliver Nigeria from the hands of evil men and women and let your counsel concerning us as a nation be established in Jesus' name. Amen.

REMEMBER
*When the wicked rules, people mourn.*

AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID

DAILY READING: Ecclesiastes 7-8, 2Thess 1-2.

HYMN
A mighty fortress is our God,
A bulwark never failing :
Our Helper He, amid the flood
Of mortal ills prevailing.
For still our ancient foe
Doth seek to work his woe ;
His craft and power are great,
And armed with cruel hate "
On earth is not his equal.

2
Did we in our own strength confide,
Our striving would be losing,
Were not the right Man on our side,
The Man of God's own choosing.
Dost ask who that may be ?
Christ Jesus, it is He !
Lord Sabaoth is His name,
From age to age the same :
And He must win the battle.

3
And though this world, with devils
filled,
Should threaten to undo us:
We will not fear; for God hath willed
His truth to triumph through us.
Let goods and kindred go,
This mortal life also ;
The body they may kill :
God's truth abideth still,
His Kingdom is for ever.

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Forgiving Lord, you don't need to punish us as we seem to do a good job of doing that ourselves. Help us to recognize our sins and ask you for forgiveness as well as the strength to avoid the situations that lead us to sin. Amen.

When the battle is won on your knees, every human or demonic opposition becomes a walk over.
"O Lord, I ask that you strengthen my knees so that I will always win in my closet Amen.

If one suffers we all suffer. Togetherness is strength. Courage

It has been my honor to support and work with President Barack Obama, a man who has brought courage and character to the presidency. President Obama's strength of character leads him to do the right thing, even when it isn't the easy thing