We are faced with the paradoxical fact that education has become one of the chief obstacles to intelligence and freedom of thought.

I know this world is ruled by infinite intelligence. Everything that surrounds us- everything that exists - proves that there are infinite laws behind it. There can be no denying this fact. It is mathematical in its precision.

The modern mind is in complete disarray. Knowledge has stretched itself to the point where neither the world nor our intelligence can find any foot-hold. It is a fact that we are suffering from nihilism.

Falana Berates Kemi Badenoch over claim that she cannot pass Nigerian citizenship to her children | ABK News Renowned human rights lawyer and Senior Advocate of Nigeria (SAN), Femi Falana, has lashed out at British Conservative politician Kemi Badenoch over her claim that she cannot pass Nigerian citizenship to her children because she is a woman. Badenoch, the former UK Secretary of State for Business and Trade and a leading figure in the Conservative Party, made the controversial remark during an interview with Fareed Zakaria on CNN on Sunday. Speaking about immigration and citizenship laws, she claimed Nigerian legislation does not allow women to confer nationality on their children. “It’s virtually impossible, for example, to get Nigerian citizenship. I have that citizenship by virtue of my parents. I can’t give it to my children because I’m a woman,” Badenoch said. “Yet loads of Nigerians come to the UK and stay for a relatively free period of time, acquire British citizenship. We need to stop being naive.” In a strongly worded response on Monday, Falana described Badenoch’s statement as “a display of utter ignorance” and accused her of misinforming the British public to score political points. “In her desperate attempt to impress the British electorate, Kemi Badenoch keeps running down Nigeria,” Falana said in a statement issued in Lagos. He cited Section 25(b) and (c) of the Nigerian Constitution to debunk her claims, stating clearly that a child born outside Nigeria to a Nigerian parent regardless of gender is entitled to citizenship. “Contrary to her misleading claim, your children are Nigerians because you are a Nigerian,” Falana stated. “Her assertion that she cannot give Nigerian citizenship to her children because she is a woman is not in consonance with Nigerian law.” He further referenced Section 42(2) of the 1999 Constitution (as amended), which prohibits discrimination based on gender, birth, or class, saying, “Therefore, her two children are Nigerian citizens. The fact that she may not want them to claim it is irrelevant. For now, they are dual citizens of Britain and Nigeria.” Falana also challenged Badenoch’s statement that Nigerian citizenship is “virtually impossible” for foreigners to obtain. He pointed out that Sections 26 and 27 of the Constitution allow foreigners to acquire Nigerian nationality through registration or naturalisation, once the legal requirements are met. However, the senior advocate did acknowledge an area of concern in the law where gender inequality still exists. “A woman married to a Nigerian man can be registered as a citizen, but the same privilege is not extended to a man married to a Nigerian woman. This reflects the patriarchal nature of the law. It should be urgently amended,” Falana said. The debate has triggered reactions on both sides of the Atlantic, as Nigerians at home and abroad continue to challenge outdated gender provisions in legal frameworks. Lagos Reporters will continue to track developments around diaspora citizenship rights and constitutional reforms affecting Nigerian identity.

15 COMMON LIES ABOUT CHURCH WEDDINGS YOU MUST STOP BELIEVING! As a Christian marriage therapist, I’ve seen many young couples fall into the trap of wedding expectations that have no biblical or spiritual backing. These lies have led many into needless stress, debt, and even discouragement, all in the name of trying to have the "perfect" church wedding. It’s time to debunk these myths and free you to focus on what truly matters — a blessed and beautiful marriage, not just a wedding event. Here are 15 lies you should stop believing about Church weddings: 1. It Must Be on a Saturday ❌ Not true. You can get married on any day of the week. In fact, the traditional wedding day used to be Thursday — hence the name “Wednesday” (i.e., Wed the next day). Your wedding is not about the day but the covenant. 2. It Must Be Inside the Church Auditorium ❌ You don’t have to wed at the altar or sanctuary. A pastor’s office, a chapel, or even a simple hall can host your church wedding, as long as it’s officiated properly before witnesses. 3. You Must Wear a White Gown ❌ White is a tradition, not a commandment. You can wear native attire, modest colors, or even a family dress style. Purity is a heart condition, not fabric color. 4. You Must Have a Bridal Train ❌ A bridal train is for aesthetics, not necessity. What truly matters is bridal training, not bridal train. Invest in marriage preparation more than wedding decoration. 5. You Must Have a Grand Reception ❌ Receptions are great for celebration, but not mandatory. If you can’t afford one, a thanksgiving service or light refreshment is more than enough. 6. You Must Wear a Wedding Ring ❌ Rings are symbolic, not spiritual. The core of Christian wedding is the exchange of vows and blessings in God’s presence. Rings are an outward sign, but not a spiritual requirement. 7. A Wedding Cake Is Compulsory ❌ A cake is lovely but optional. If you don’t have funds for it, don’t stretch yourself. It’s better to have a strong financial foundation than an extravagant dessert. 8. Only White Gowns Represent Purity ❌ Purity is not a fabric issue. Wearing pink, gold, ivory, or traditional fabrics does not mean you're impure. God looks at the heart, not the color of your clothing. 9. The Wedding Must Be Loud and Expensive ❌ Some of the best weddings are modest, simple, and intimate. A loud wedding doesn't equal a lasting marriage. Let your focus be love, not luxury. 10. You Must Do Pre-Wedding Photoshoots ❌ Pre-wedding shoots are trendy but not compulsory. Don’t borrow or break your budget just to impress people who won’t help you pay rent after the honeymoon. 11. Bridal Shower Is a Church Requirement ❌ Bridal showers are Hollywood creations, not biblical instructions. Enjoy one if you can afford it, but don’t see it as a spiritual obligation. 12. You Can Be Pregnant and Still Have a Church Wedding ⚠️ Most Bible-based churches do not conduct weddings for pregnant couples. The idea is to maintain biblical order and present the bride and groom for a new covenant, not with added complications. This doesn’t mean condemnation, but rather a call to do things rightly and in order. 13. You Must Buy a New Wedding Gown ❌ Many reputable stores now rent gowns for a fraction of the price. There's no shame in renting — it’s smart, especially for a dress you’ll likely wear just once. 14. You Must Invite a Huge Crowd ❌ A wedding is not a concert. You don’t need a crowd to validate your union. A few loved ones, your pastor, and your faith are more than enough to begin your journey. 15. Expensive Wedding Equals Lasting Marriage ❌ There is no connection between an expensive wedding and a successful marriage. In fact, financial pressure from a wedding can cause early conflict in marriage. Focus on your future, not impressing guests. 📍Lastly, dear singles and engaged couples, let wisdom guide you. A church wedding is about covenant, not cosmetics. Don’t fall for societal pressure. Start your marriage on faith, peace, and wise financial decisions. May the Lord bless your union with joy and lasting love — not just a memorable wedding day. 🌹Share this with someone who needs to know the truth!

Burna Boy has apologised for his comments criticising Afrobeats music, saying that they stemmed from a place of unhappiness. The initial comments divided fan opinion back in 2023, when the Nigerian singer, songwriter and record producer spoke to Zane Lowe for Apple Music, and shared that he thought the Afrobeats genre as a whole was devoid of any deeper meaning. “Half of them, [actually,] 90 per cent of them, have almost no real-life experiences that they can understand,” he claimed. “That’s why you hear most Nigerian music, African Music, or Afrobeats, as people call it, is mostly about nothing, literally nothing.” “There is no substance to it, like nobody is talking about anything. It’s just a great time, an amazing time,” he added. “But at the end of the day, life isn’t an amazing time.” Now, two years on, the artist –who became the first African artist to headline a stadium show in the UK in 2023 – has looked back at his comments and said that it came in retaliation for feeling like he was being confined to one genre. “I didn’t understand why people wanted my music to be inside one box,” he said when speaking to BBC 1Xtra’s Eddie Kadi, in a new interview. Burna says he was "in a dark place mentally" when he made the comments. "I wasn't the happiest man in the world," he says He says the "division" his words caused helped him to "come to terms" with his opinion. "I got the point of the Afrobeats tag in that moment," he says. "I totally get it and I apologise for that confusion." "I learnt to embrace the fact that I will always be different," he says. "I'm not going to be the favourite but I'm going to be the best."

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🍒🌽DUNAMIS SEEDS OF DESTINY A Daily Devotional by Dr. Pastor Paul Enenche TUESDAY, 22ND JULY 2025. TOPIC: WHAT MATTERS MOST IN LIFE SCRIPTURE: Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter: Fear God, and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of man. ECCLESIASTES 12:13 THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: It is not whether we are citizens of a particular nation, but whether we are citizens of Heaven; that is what matters most. We live in a world where unprofitable activities and ungodly pleasure have become the cravings of many people. It is obvious that many people do not know what really matters in life, so they end up chasing shadows. Many people ended the journey of life in regret because they were busy chasing shadows on earth in their lifetime. They ended up wasting their lives and energy in the wrong pursuit. This is why it is important to know what matters most in life, so we don’t end up in regret at the end of our journey on earth. Today, we shall be looking at the things that matter most in life. 1. It is not who we are but whose we are, that matters most in life (1John 5:4-5, John 3:16). If you are a doctor, lawyer, millionaire, billionaire, etc. it does not matter as much as whom you belong to. People’s achievements on earth do not matter if they do not have a functional relationship with God. 2. It is not whether we are citizens of a particular nation, but whether we are citizens of Heaven; that is what matters most in life. There are those who celebrate how they became citizens of the USA, the UK, Germany, etc. All that is alright, but it does not matter which passport you have, if you do not have the passport to Heaven; it is a waste of life (Revelation 20:15). 3. It is not where we are going to spend holidays and vacations, but where we are going to spend eternity that matters most. Many people say, “I am going to spend summer holiday in Europe. I am going to Dubai.” It is alright, but where are you going to spend eternity. It is what matters most. 4. It is not the quality of the physical dress on our body but the purity of our spiritual garment that matters most. In Zechariah 3:1-4, Joshua, the High Priest, as a minister, was clothed in filthy garments before the Angel. There are people who look like king Solomon in their physical apperance but look like vultures in the spirit. 5. It is not the amount of money in your bank account but the eternal deposits in our kingdom account with God that matters. For what shall it profit a man if he gains the whole world and loses his soul (Mark 8:36)? Beloved, to live a fulfilled life on earth and end well in eternity, you have to focus on the things that matter most in life. Remember this: It is not whether we are citizens of a particular nation but whether we are citizens of Heaven; that is what matters most in life. ASSIGNMENT(S): 1. Assess your heart: where would you be if you found yourself in eternity now? 2. Determine to pursue only the things that matter most in life. 3. Make demands on God’s grace to walk in His Will. PRAYER: Lord, help me to focus on the things that matter most in life. Remove every distraction from my life and cause me to walk in Your Will Lord, in Jesus’ Name. FOR FURTHER UNDERSTANDING, GET THIS MESSAGE: WHAT MATTERS MOST IN LIFE DAILY BIBLE READING: Isaiah 22-24 QUOTE: Any step taken outside God is a step into disaster. Culled from the book, 21 Foolish Things People Do by Dr Paul Enenche. AMAZING FACT: The nearest heavenly body to us is the moon, and the moon is approximately 245,000 miles away. PROPHETIC DECLARATION/WORD: The Lord help you to focus on that which really matters in life in Jesus Name. #DrPaulEnenche #DrBeckyEnenche

The Julius Abure-led faction of the Labour Party, LP, has said that it is not in any coalition ahead of the 2027 general elections. This was contained in a statement by factional National Chairman and the National Secretary of the party, Julius Abure and Umar Ibrahim, respectively, after a National Executive Council, NEC, meeting on Monday in Abuja. Check comment section for more.....

Former vice-presidential candidate of the Labour Party, Yusuf Datti Baba-Ahmed, has initiated moves to reconcile warring factions within the party ahead of the 2027 general elections. Datti reportedly met with Julius Abure, the factional National Chairman of the party, and members of his camp in Abuja on Monday, where he pledged to lead efforts aimed at resolving the lingering crisis in the party. Check comment section for more.....

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