We were in Istanbul, Turkey last week to facilitate Senior Leadership Executive Development Training for senior military officers. This Turkish guy here served as a fighter pilot in the Turkish Air Force and also handled some sessions at this training.

*I shut my office door and wept. I couldn’t hold back the tears especially after stepping into the female hostel, now overcrowded*. *Every single girl under our care this session is under 25 years old. Some are just 12. And here’s what breaks my heart even more-none of these girls were rescued from the streets*. *Every one of them was brought in by their own parents. While checking in bags at both the girls’ and boys’ hostels, we found paraphernalia-evidence of addiction, rebellion, deep-rooted pain…* *This is not just a problem. This is a pandemic*. *Let’s stop pretending. Let’s stop covering our eyes*. *Things are NOT right with our Youths*. *Today, i read about a young man expelled from Babcock University-a teenager with a ₦100,000 ritual soap from a herbalist.* *He borrowed ₦500,000. He became a drug peddler.* *Not from a poor home. Not a street child. But a well-groomed boy from a comfortable background. Wetin him dey find? KILO NWA KIRI !!!* *What is going on with our YOUTHS? Why this desperation for quick wealth*? *What has happened to HARD WORK, INTEGRITY, and DIGNITY*? *Last week, we struggled to find a tiler for one of our projects. We had to bring in one from Togo. Why*? *Because our own YOUTH do not want to learn any skill*. *They don’t want SCHOOL.* *They want “HOOKUP*” *They want “YAHOO*.” *They want to do nothing but SCROLL, LIE, PARTY and they want MONEY FAST*. *And let’s be real. You cannot do Yahoo or Hookup without drugs or Alcohol. They go hand in hand*. *My heart is heavy. Are we just going to fold our hands and watch this generation waste away*? *PARENTS! Wake up*! *Where are you*? *Why the silence*? *Why the complacency*? *Why are some of us condoning and funding this destructive lifestyle*? *Your child doesn’t need a new PHONE-they need PURPOSE*. *They don’t need more DATA-they need DISCIPLINE*. *They don’t need “FREEDOM”-they need BOUNDARIES*. *We cannot keep blaming SOCIETIES, FRIENDS, INFLUENCERS. It starts from the HOME*. *Please, let’s start talking again*. *Let’s check their bags*. *Let’s check their hearts*. *Let’s check ourselves*. *To every Parent reading this please be present*. *Your child doesn’t just need your MONEY; they need your TIME and VOICE*. *Ask questions. Don’t be afraid to dig deeper, even if it’s uncomfortable*. *Teach values. Wealth is GOOD, but WISDOM, CHARACTER, and CONTENTMENT are better*. *Be their safe space. If you don’t listen, the world will and it will feed them lies*. *Let’s rise up and fight for the souls of our children. We may not be able to save all, but we must not give up on the ones we can reach* *They are not just the future-they are our now*. _*Let’s not lose them...*_ *WHEN PARENTS FAIL – HOW LACK OF DISCIPLINE IS CREATING A GENERATION OF LOST SOULS* There was a time when parents raised warriors. Now, they raise weaklings. A time when children feared their fathers’ discipline. Now, children insult their fathers online. A time when a slap from your mother could reset your entire future. Now, mothers watch their children twerk for clout. The world changed—not because evil became more powerful, but because parents became weaker. Children no longer have boundaries. No fear. No respect. No discipline. And the result? A generation that mocks God, worships vanity, and embraces sin with pride. *BRUTAL THREAD:* 1. *CHILDREN WITHOUT DISCIPLINE BECOME ADULTS WITHOUT SELF-CONTROL* A child who never hears “NO” at home will hear “NO” from life when it’s too late. The boy who was never told to control his desires will become a man addicted to sex, gambling, and laziness. The girl who was never told to respect herself would become a woman who exposes her body for money and attention. The child who was never corrected for lying will become an adult who deceives, manipulates, and steals. If parents don’t discipline their children, the world will punish them later. 2. *THE FALL OF FAMILY VALUES IS THE RISE OF MORAL DECAY* What happened to parenting? Mothers used to teach daughters how to be women of dignity. Now, they encourage them to “secure the bag” by any means. Fathers used to teach sons how to be responsible men. Now, they are absent—either too weak, too distracted, or too scared to lead. So children are now learning from TikTok instead of home, and the internet is raising a generation with no fear of God and no sense of direction. 3. *PARENTS WHO SPOIL THEIR CHILDREN ARE DESTROYING THEM* Giving your child everything they want is the fastest way to ruin them. A child who never worked for anything will grow up lazy and entitled. A child who was never disciplined will grow up thinking life has no consequences. A child who was never corrected will grow up believing they can do anything and get away with it. Now, we have a world full of adults who can’t handle rejection, can’t handle failure, and can’t handle life. 4. *WHEN PARENTS CHOOSE FRIENDSHIP OVER LEADERSHIP, CHAOS FOLLOWS* Many parents today want to be their child’s friend instead of their leader. So instead of saying: ❌ "This behaviour is wrong!" They say, "She’s just expressing herself." ❌ "You must work for what you want!" They say, "Let me buy it for you." ❌ "This is not acceptable!" They say, "I don't want to hurt their feelings." And just like that, we have a generation of weak people who cry over small problems and break down when life gets tough. 5. *THE NEW GENERATION LOVES PLEASURE BUT HATES RESPONSIBILITY* Discipline used to be normal. Now, a child calls it "abuse" when a parent corrects them. Now, teachers can’t discipline students because "it’s too harsh." Now, young people demand freedom but reject accountability. Everyone wants to enjoy, but no one wants to work. And this is why: The streets are full of lazy men chasing quick money. Social media is full of young girls selling their bodies for attention. Homes are full of broken families because nobody was raised to be a good partner or parent. 6. *WHEN CHILDREN LOSE DISCIPLINE, THEY LOSE THEIR FUTURE.* Many young men today are addicted to masturbation, pornography, and cheap pleasure—because nobody taught them self-control. Many young women today expose their bodies for social media likes—because nobody taught them self-respect. Many young people today are broke, weak, and mentally unstable—because nobody taught them how to survive hardship. The devil is not the problem. The parents failed. 7. *IF WE DON’T FIX PARENTING, THE WORLD WILL GET WORSE.* If we continue like this, the next generation will: ⚠️ Have no morals. ⚠️ Have no work ethic. ⚠️ Have no fear of God. Society will collapse—not because of demons, but because of poor parenting. *BOTTOM LINE:* If you are a parent, discipline your children. If you are young, discipline yourself. Because the world will not be kind to those who were raised without discipline. *Let’s raise warriors, not weaklings.* *Pls forward this to family and friends, especially to those with young and teenage children* *May GOD help us all.*

NASWAMSA Engages ADVANTAGE Nigeria Limited On Strategic Waste Management Partnership By Ishaq Abubakar Ibrahim, Lafia *** In a significant move aimed at enhancing environmental sustainability and promoting private sector collaboration, the Nasarawa State Waste Management and Sanitation Authority (NASWAMSA), under the leadership of Hon. Mohammed Bello Isa, held a strategic meeting with ADVANTAGE Nigeria Limited at the instance of the Deputy Governor of the State, Dr. Emmanuel Akabe. The high-level meeting took place in the Deputy Governor’s office in Lafia and was convened in response to the company’s expressed interest in partnering with the state government to revolutionize its waste management sector. While welcoming the delegation from NASWAMSA and ADVANTAGE Nigeria Limited, Dr. Akabe commended both parties for coming together to explore innovative and sustainable waste management solutions for the state. He emphasized the importance of synergy, mutual respect, and peaceful deliberations in achieving impactful outcomes. “This meeting signifies our administration’s openness to strategic partnerships that can drive development in key sectors such as waste management. I urge all parties to be open-minded and prioritize the collective interest of Nasarawa State,” the Deputy Governor stated. Speaking during the meeting, the Director General of NASWAMSA, Hon. Mohammed Bello Isa, provided a comprehensive overview of waste management progress in the state. He highlighted the institutional reforms, growing community awareness, and recent cleanup initiatives, while expressing the government’s readiness to collaborate with competent technical partners to further improve waste collection, recycling, and disposal systems. “The State Government is committed to adopting modern technologies and best practices in environmental sanitation. We welcome partners like ADVANTAGE Nigeria Limited who are willing to bring expertise, innovation, and investment into the sector,” the DG noted. In her detailed presentation, the lead consultant of ADVANTAGE Nigeria Limited, Dr. Primrose Kouame, outlined the company’s operational model, strategic areas of intervention, and the value they intend to bring to Nasarawa State’s waste management ecosystem. She assured the state of the company’s commitment to excellence, local engagement, and environmental compliance. The meeting concluded on a positive note with both parties agreeing to explore areas of alignment and establish a roadmap for pilot initiatives that could lead to long-term collaboration. This engagement further demonstrates the resolve of the Nasarawa State Government to transform the waste management landscape through partnerships, innovation, and sustainable practices that safeguard public health and the environment.

Classic Movie. Title:Catch-22. Disillusioned with World War II, army pilot Captain John Yossarian tries to get himself declared mentally unstable in order to get out of the conflict. Starring: Alan Arkin, Richard Benjamin. #movieworld

DAY34 NIG2USA ON BICYCLE 🇳🇬🚴🇺🇲 STILL HEADING TOWARDS ABIDJAN 🇨🇮 Today, like yesterday, I passed another vast stretch of land, this time covered with palm trees, planted, growing, thriving. I haven’t even reached the major cities yet, but these rural areas already say so much about this country. They’re not abandoned, they’re not wasted, they’re working. Growing. Producing. Since I began this journey, I’ve ridden through Hundreds of kilometers, but I’ve never seen so much unused land put to good use like I’m seeing here in Côte d’Ivoire. And I can’t lie, I’m loving it. Charle, I'm super inspired 😁 And I’m also a bit heavy hearted, because I’m Nigerian, and where I come from, agriculture is our major source of livelihood too, but we have so much land wasting. So much potential left untouched. So many dreams buried in dry, empty fields. If only my people back home could see this If only we could borrow this mindset, to plant, to grow, to protect the land, and to believe again in what we already have. Africa is so beautiful. Not just in nature, but in possibility. This ride is showing me a side of our continent many don’t get to see, and I want the world to witness it with me. From palm trees to purpose, from soil to story. We are more than struggle, we're abundance. It's getting dark but we need to find a safer place to camp. Let’s keep going. 🇳🇬🚴🇺🇲. VIVA AFRICA 🌍 #NIG2USA #cotedivoire #africa #RCMp

Press Statement Sunday, August 3, 2025 ADC: N712B Airport Renovation Wasteful, Misplaced Priority. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the Tinubu administration’s plan to spend over ₦712 billion on the renovation of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. In a statement issued by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, the party questioned whether the renovation plan and its associated cost had received approval from the National Assembly, describing the expenditure as reckless and insensitive. The full statement read: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) strongly condemns the outrageous ₦712 billion airport renovation project announced by the Tinubu administration as another brazen act of fiscal recklessness and official insensitivity which further confirms how far this APC government is removed from the reality of the suffering people of Nigeria. It is hard to understand how expending ₦712 billion into renovating an airport that already received significant upgrades in recent years makes fiscal sense in a country where public universities wallow in chronic austerity, where basic medical care, has become a luxury that only the rich can afford, where millions of Nigerians have been thrown into poverty as a result of government’s ill-conceived policies The Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos remains functional and serviceable. What the aviation sector needs is not another gold-plated terminal, but proper maintenance, enhanced efficiency and the expansion of regional airports to boost real connectivity across Nigeria. Just for context, the amount of money that is being funnelled into the renovation of one airport, approximately $500 million is the same total amount that was spent to build four new airports in Abuja, Lagos, Kano and Port Harcourt in 2014 via a Chinese loan that is yet to be repaid. This same Murtala Muhammed Airport had a new international terminal that was commissioned by President Muhammadu Buhari in March 2022. According to media reports at the time, the said facility was built on a landmass of approximately 56,000 square metres, with 66 check-in counters and has the capacity to process 14 million passengers annually. It was said to have been equipped with “censored conveyor belt, seven jet bridges, 10 ultra-modern cooling systems, heat extraction in the baggage hall, ample space for duty free shops and banks, recreational areas for children, 22-room hotel for stop-overs among others.” It is important to note that although this airport was designed to process 14 million passengers in a year, available reports indicates that the airport handled only 6.5 million passengers in 2024, less than half of its capacity. We therefore wonder if it is this same airport that is now scheduled for renovation or another one. The inescapable conclusion is either that the previous APC government had lied to Nigerians about what it did with the Lagos Airport or the current government is about to spend such a huge amount of money on a project that already exists. Perhaps even more troubling is the fact that this massive expenditure—approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on July 31, 2025—has not received any backing from the National Assembly and it is not in any of the approved budget. Is this now how the government spends close to a trillion naira—without appropriation, without scrutiny, and without the consent of the Nigerian people through their elected representatives? We demand to know: under what constitutional provision is this money being spent? How did we get here, that the government of Nigeria, even in the face of extant accountability laws, is able to approve expenditure of this magnitude with no public breakdown of costs, no transparent procurement process, and no national debate? many. Let us be clear, ₦712 billion could instead deliver transformative impact by building over seven fully equipped teaching hospitals, funding free basic education across three geopolitical zones for five years, providing rural electrification to thousands of communities, or rehabilitating thousands of kilometers of federal roads and bridges. The ADC calls on all Nigerians to reject this frivolous project. We therefore demand its immediate suspension, a full independent audit of the proposed budget, and a redirection of funds toward projects that would directly improve the lives of ordinary citizens, which should be the priority of any government. We warn that continued wasteful spending amid widespread hunger, economic hardship, and rising insecurity will only continue to widen the trust deficit between the people and the government. A government that has struggled to justify its need for loans cannot indulge in wasteful spending such as this. Enough is enough. Let Nigeria work for the many, not just the privileged few. Signed: Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi National Publicity Secretary African Democratic Congress. @highlight African Democratic Congress HQ African Democratic Congress ADC Channels Television AIT Online TVC Entertainment BBC News Africa BBC News Pidgin

Press Statement Sunday, August 3, 2025 ADC: N712B Airport Renovation Wasteful, Misplaced Priority. The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the Tinubu administration’s plan to spend over ₦712 billion on the renovation of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. In a statement issued by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, the party questioned whether the renovation plan and its associated cost had received approval from the National Assembly, describing the expenditure as reckless and insensitive. The full statement read: The African Democratic Congress (ADC) strongly condemns the outrageous ₦712 billion airport renovation project announced by the Tinubu administration as another brazen act of fiscal recklessness and official insensitivity which further confirms how far this APC government is removed from the reality of the suffering people of Nigeria. It is hard to understand how expending ₦712 billion into renovating an airport that already received significant upgrades in recent years makes fiscal sense in a country where public universities wallow in chronic austerity, where basic medical care, has become a luxury that only the rich can afford, where millions of Nigerians have been thrown into poverty as a result of government’s ill-conceived policies The Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos remains functional and serviceable. What the aviation sector needs is not another gold-plated terminal, but proper maintenance, enhanced efficiency and the expansion of regional airports to boost real connectivity across Nigeria. Just for context, the amount of money that is being funnelled into the renovation of one airport, approximately $500 million is the same total amount that was spent to build four new airports in Abuja, Lagos, Kano and Port Harcourt in 2014 via a Chinese loan that is yet to be repaid. This same Murtala Muhammed Airport had a new international terminal that was commissioned by President Muhammadu Buhari in March 2022. According to media reports at the time, the said facility was built on a landmass of approximately 56,000 square metres, with 66 check-in counters and has the capacity to process 14 million passengers annually. It was said to have been equipped with “censored conveyor belt, seven jet bridges, 10 ultra-modern cooling systems, heat extraction in the baggage hall, ample space for duty free shops and banks, recreational areas for children, 22-room hotel for stop-overs among others.” It is important to note that although this airport was designed to process 14 million passengers in a year, available reports indicates that the airport handled only 6.5 million passengers in 2024, less than half of its capacity. We therefore wonder if it is this same airport that is now scheduled for renovation or another one. The inescapable conclusion is either that the previous APC government had lied to Nigerians about what it did with the Lagos Airport or the current government is about to spend such a huge amount of money on a project that already exists. Perhaps even more troubling is the fact that this massive expenditure—approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on July 31, 2025—has not received any backing from the National Assembly and it is not in any of the approved budget. Is this now how the government spends close to a trillion naira—without appropriation, without scrutiny, and without the consent of the Nigerian people through their elected representatives? We demand to know: under what constitutional provision is this money being spent? How did we get here, that the government of Nigeria, even in the face of extant accountability laws, is able to approve expenditure of this magnitude with no public breakdown of costs, no transparent procurement process, and no national debate? many. Let us be clear, ₦712 billion could instead deliver transformative impact by building over seven fully equipped teaching hospitals, funding free basic education across three geopolitical zones for five years, providing rural electrification to thousands of communities, or rehabilitating thousands of kilometers of federal roads and bridges. The ADC calls on all Nigerians to reject this frivolous project. We therefore demand its immediate suspension, a full independent audit of the proposed budget, and a redirection of funds toward projects that would directly improve the lives of ordinary citizens, which should be the priority of any government. We warn that continued wasteful spending amid widespread hunger, economic hardship, and rising insecurity will only continue to widen the trust deficit between the people and the government. A government that has struggled to justify its need for loans cannot indulge in wasteful spending such as this. Enough is enough. Let Nigeria work for the many, not just the privileged few. Signed: Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi National Publicity Secretary African Democratic Congress. @highlight African Democratic Congress HQ African Democratic Congress ADC Channels Television AIT Online TVC Entertainment BBC News Africa BBC News Pidgin

Title: The Return to Skull Island (Animation). This enthralling comic continues the story of a diverse group of explorers on the perilous Skull Island. They’re constantly in danger, not only from the gargantuan creatures that tower over the treetops, but also the enemies that lurk in the island’s shadows. Starring: Nicholas Cantu, Mae Whitman. #movieworld

Jubril Dotun Sanusi to Host Ooni of Ife as '2GEDA' Social Media Platform Unveils August 16 The stage is set for the grand unveiling of Nigeria’s first indigenous social media platform, ‘2GEDA’, scheduled to hold on Saturday, August 16, 2025, at 3:00 PM, at the prestigious Ilaji Hotels and Sports Resort, Akanran, Ibadan. The landmark event will be hosted by the Okanlomo of Yorubaland and Chairman of Ilaji Group, Chief Jubril Dotun Sanusi, as he welcomes a royal and star-studded gathering to witness the historic birth of a digital innovation that aims to redefine Africa's tech landscape. According to a statement by Smith Emeka Eze, co-owner of the platform, His Imperial Majesty, Oba Adeyeye Enitan Ogunwusi, Ojaja II, the Ooni of Ife, will officially unveil 2GEDA, a platform proudly built by Nigerians for the world. Eze describes 2GEDA as a revolutionary, secure, and inclusive social media hub designed to foster communication, creativity, culture, and commerce among Nigerians, Africans, and global users. The high-profile launch is expected to be graced by royal fathers, top government officials, technology stakeholders, and celebrated business moguls, including Alhaji Aliko Dangote, Mr. Femi Otedola, and Chief Obinna Iyiegbu (Obi Cubana). Celebrities, influencers, youth leaders, and members of the press are also expected to be in attendance. In a pre-event statement, Oba Ogunwusi described 2GEDA as “a digital revolution tailored for Nigerians, by Nigerians, and for the benefit of Africa at large,” noting that the platform aligns with the strategic vision to make Nigeria a trailblazer in indigenous technological advancement and innovation. Highlights of the unveiling will include live demonstrations of both the web and mobile applications of 2GEDA, keynote speeches, cultural exhibitions, and a roundtable discussion focused on building Africa’s digital future through homegrown solutions. Smith Eze further stated that the initiative has already gained endorsement from traditional institutions and industry leaders, positioning 2GEDA to become a continental flagship platform that will drive digital transformation, economic inclusion, and youth empowerment across borders. #Freshvoice.

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Our Levels Of Tolerance For Corruption In Africa Is Amazing -Lumumba *** "Corruption is something that we talk about. It is something that we complain about. It is something whose negative impact we recognize. It is something that even the corrupt acknowledge it’s a bad thing. But the irony and the tragedy at once is that those who engage in corruption love it. The tragedy at once is that those of us who do not engage in it directly accommodate it. "Our levels of tolerance for corruption in Africa is amazing. Long time ago, a great Greek philosopher said that it is in the nature of man to hang the small thieves and to elect the great ones into public office. We do that in Uganda, we do that in Kenya, we do that in Tanzania, we do that in Africa. And that is why Africa remains the poorest continent on earth." -Professor Patrick Lumumba, Kenya

Army Chief probes viral video on alleged poor feeding of Troops The Chief of Army Staff Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede has ordered an investigation into the viral video of soldiers expressing frustration over poor feeding by operational commanders. In the viral video, some soldiers could be seen displaying food items allegedly sent to them by their higher command, suggesting dissatisfaction with the quality and quantity of the foodstuffs. Reacting to the video, the acting Director, Army Public Relations, Lt.-Col. Appolonia Anele, said it is being treated with the highest level of seriousness. Anele assured both personnel and the general public that while the authenticity and context of the video were yet to be fully ascertained, the matter was being treated with the seriousness it deserved. “Consequently, the Chief of Army Staff (COAS), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, has ordered a thorough and detailed investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident. In line with his commitment to transparency and accountability, the outcome of the investigation will be made public upon conclusion,” she assured According to the Acting Director, the COAS reiterated that troops’ welfare remains his topmost priority, in line with his Command philosophy. The statement encouraged personnel to utilise established and appropriate military channels to present their concerns or complaints, especially on welfare services. “The use of unauthorised platforms to express grievances, particularly on operational matters, is highly discouraged and considered a breach of military ethics and discipline,” he warned. He, therefore, reassured all personnel of Nigerian Army and the public that he will continue to uphold the highest standards of leadership accountability, troops welfare and institutional integrity in fulfilment of its constitutional mandate. “The wellbeing and effectiveness of the Nigerian soldier remain central to our ongoing transformation efforts and operational success,” the COAS assured.