Breaking News:“Buhari Could Have Long Been Dead If He Had Chosen Treatment in Nigeria” — Femi Adesina

–Lagos Reporters

Former Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to late President Muhammadu Buhari, Mr. Femi Adesina, has said the former Nigerian leader might not have survived if he had insisted on receiving medical treatment within the country.

Speaking on Channels Television on Monday morning, Adesina defended Buhari’s decision to consistently seek medical care abroad, particularly in London, both before and during his presidency.

“Buhari always had his medical in London, even when he was not in office. So, it's not about the time he was president alone,” Adesina noted.

He stressed that Buhari’s decision to stick with foreign medical treatment was based on survival, not pride or preference.

“You have to be alive first to get certain things corrected in your country. If he had said, 'I will do my medical in Nigeria just as a show-off or something,' he could have long been dead because there may not be the expertise needed in the country,” Adesina said.

The statement has reignited national debate over the state of Nigeria’s healthcare system and the repeated failure of successive governments to invest adequately in local medical infrastructure.

As tributes continue to pour in for the late president, Adesina’s remarks offer a deeper insight into the health struggles Buhari faced behind the scenes and the realities of a broken system he led for eight years.

TRIBUTE:

WE WILL ALL BE LESS WITHOUT BUHARI.

By Mallam Garba Shehu

Muhammadu Buhari was the rarest of individuals to grace political life anywhere in the world: an incorruptible servant of the people. He was not motivated by pride, or by riches - the accumulation of which repelled him. He was drawn to public service, discipline, and patriotism, and the unity of Nigeria as a one nation and one idea.

In his long service, first in the military he campaigned to keep Nigeria as a single country, and later briefly holding the position of head of state, he fought to tackle rampant corruption.

Later, as a converted democrat after the return of elections in 1999 he campaigned relentlessly to liberate Nigeria from becoming what he feared would be an elected, but corrupted, one-party state. Without Buhari’s refusal to back down, the disparate democratic opposition may never have united, and there would be no true multi-party system in Nigeria today.

Once that unity was achieved, Buhari – who else? – was chosen as the opposition’s flagbearer. In 2015 he became the first candidate to win election over an incumbent, for Nigeria the first-time power changed hands peacefully between the victor and vanquished.

His two terms in elected office coincided with worldwide economic challenges, and the threat from terrorism in the Sahel. He tackled both, creating new and welcome welfare programmes, and decisively breaking the power of Boko Haram.

Facing down accusations of favouring the north, he created ranches for northern herders to protect the livelihoods of southern farmers, saving lives and fostering better relations.
A deeply religious man, he was the opposite of partisan – enlisting a southern pastor as his two-time running-mate and regularly writing about Christianity and its relations with his own Muslim faith.

After assuming office, he struck up a lasting friendship with the Archbishop of Canterbury, with tolerance and modesty as well as religious fervor being attributes they shared.

After retiring from office, he returned to his farm and tended to his cattle, staying scrupulously out of the public eye and away from politics – always and intentionally refusing to comment. It was more important for this modest man to give a wide berth to his successor than to express any opinion, believing intervention in political affairs by ex-leaders was rarely merited, and more often a sign of a vanity he would never personally countenance.

Muhammadu Buhari led a life full enough for many men. He will be remembered best by his own words: “I belong to everybody and I belong to nobody”. He was the best of Nigeria, and we are all less without him.

Be careful what you hear about somebody, you might be hearing it from the problem.

Not every story told is told with pure intentions. Sometimes the loudest person in the room, the one playing the victim or acting like the innocent party, is actually the root of the issue. People who cause pain, chaos, or destruction often try to rewrite the narrative before the truth has a chance to surface. They will speak first, speak the most, and speak in ways that gather sympathy, hoping others never stop to question their version of the story.

They spread rumors, twist facts, and leave out their own faults—because if they can make someone else look bad, they can keep hiding behind a mask. It’s a tactic of manipulation and self-preservation. And the sad truth is, many people fall for it without ever asking the other side of the story. That’s how good people get misunderstood, and how toxic individuals continue their damage unchecked.

Always remember: there are three sides to every story—what they said, what the other person experienced, and the truth that lives somewhere in between. Take your time to observe. Watch patterns, not performances. Listen to your intuition, not just the noise.

Be slow to judge, quick to question, and wise enough to know that the person pointing fingers might be doing it to keep you from seeing what’s on their own hands.

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*Key Advantages of CPD for NCPNM Registered Professional Members*

1. *Upholding Professional Standards*

CPD ensures that Practitioners stay current with the *Latest Global and Indigenous Knowledge* in Natural Medicine. It supports the Council’s goal of promoting *Safe, Effective, and Ethical Practices* in line with Nigerian and international expectations.

2. *Regulatory Compliance and License Renewal*

* CPD participation is a key requirement for *License Renewal*, Certification Upgrades, and Professional revalidation by the *NCPNM* .
* It affirms adherence to Council guidelines, health regulations, and National laws governing Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

3. *Enhanced Clinical and Diagnostic Skills*

* Builds competencies in *African Traditional Medicine*, Herbal Therapies, Naturopathy, Homeopathy, Acupuncture, and other Holistic Modalities.
* Improves *Clinical Reasoning, Diagnosis, and Patient Management*, particularly in treating Endemic Health Challenges in Nigeria (e.g., Malaria, Diabetes, Hypertension).

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* CPD involvement demonstrates a Physician's *dedication to excellence*, increasing public confidence in the profession.
* Strengthens the Council’s vision of building a cadre of *Credible and Competent Natural Medicine Professionals* across the Country and the World at large.

5. *Promotion of Indigenous Knowledge Systems*

* Encourages Documentation, Research, and Modernization of Our *rich ethnomedicinal heritage*.
* Facilitates the integration of indigenous Natural Medicine into Primary Healthcare Systems.

6. *Networking and Interprofessional Collaboration*

* CPD events foster *Interdisciplinary Connections* among Natural Medicine Practitioners, Nutraceutical Scientists, Researchers, and Biomedical professionals.
* Expands referral Networks and promotes unified advocacy for recognition and inclusion in National Health Policy.

7. *Support for Innovation and Entrepreneurship*

* Encourages exploration of *Natural Health Product Development*, Wellness centers, and Preventive Medicine Models.
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*Core Values Reinforced by CPD under NCPNM*

1. *Integrity*: *CPD* instills Ethical Awareness and Promotes transparent, responsible healthcare delivery.

2. *Excellence*: Encourages Mastery in Natural Medicine Techniques and evidence-informed practice.

3. *Service to Humanity*: Reinforces the role of Natural Medicine in promoting Community Health and Disease Prevention.

4. *Cultural Respect*: Strengthens Practitioners’ understanding of the value of Nigeria’s Traditional Healing Systems.

5. *Leadership*: Prepares Physicians to take on Advocacy, Education, and Leadership roles in Healthcare Reform.

By promoting active engagement in CPD, the *Nigerian Council of Physicians of Natural Medicine* strengthens its mission to:

* *Protect Public health*
* *Elevate The Status* of Natural Medicine in Nigeria
* *Support Lifelong Learning* among practitioners
* *Promote Scientific Research* and Integration of traditional knowledge

*Continuous Professional Development (CPD) for Physicians of Natural Medicine*

*Key Advantages of CPD for NCPNM Registered Professional Members*

1. *Upholding Professional Standards*

CPD ensures that Practitioners stay current with the *Latest Global and Indigenous Knowledge* in Natural Medicine. It supports the Council’s goal of promoting *Safe, Effective, and Ethical Practices* in line with Nigerian and international expectations.

2. *Regulatory Compliance and License Renewal*

* CPD participation is a key requirement for *License Renewal*, Certification Upgrades, and Professional revalidation by the *NCPNM* .
* It affirms adherence to Council guidelines, health regulations, and National laws governing Complementary and Alternative Medicine.

3. *Enhanced Clinical and Diagnostic Skills*

* Builds competencies in *African Traditional Medicine*, Herbal Therapies, Naturopathy, Homeopathy, Acupuncture, and other Holistic Modalities.
* Improves *Clinical Reasoning, Diagnosis, and Patient Management*, particularly in treating Endemic Health Challenges in Nigeria (e.g., Malaria, Diabetes, Hypertension).

4. *Public Trust and Professional Image*

* CPD involvement demonstrates a Physician's *dedication to excellence*, increasing public confidence in the profession.
* Strengthens the Council’s vision of building a cadre of *Credible and Competent Natural Medicine Professionals* across the Country and the World at large.

5. *Promotion of Indigenous Knowledge Systems*

* Encourages Documentation, Research, and Modernization of Our *rich ethnomedicinal heritage*.
* Facilitates the integration of indigenous Natural Medicine into Primary Healthcare Systems.

6. *Networking and Interprofessional Collaboration*

* CPD events foster *Interdisciplinary Connections* among Natural Medicine Practitioners, Nutraceutical Scientists, Researchers, and Biomedical professionals.
* Expands referral Networks and promotes unified advocacy for recognition and inclusion in National Health Policy.

7. *Support for Innovation and Entrepreneurship*

* Encourages exploration of *Natural Health Product Development*, Wellness centers, and Preventive Medicine Models.
* Offers insights into Business Development, Medical Ethics, Branding, and Digital Health.

*Core Values Reinforced by CPD under NCPNM*

1. *Integrity*: *CPD* instills Ethical Awareness and Promotes transparent, responsible healthcare delivery.

2. *Excellence*: Encourages Mastery in Natural Medicine Techniques and evidence-informed practice.

3. *Service to Humanity*: Reinforces the role of Natural Medicine in promoting Community Health and Disease Prevention.

4. *Cultural Respect*: Strengthens Practitioners’ understanding of the value of Nigeria’s Traditional Healing Systems.

5. *Leadership*: Prepares Physicians to take on Advocacy, Education, and Leadership roles in Healthcare Reform.

By promoting active engagement in CPD, the *Nigerian Council of Physicians of Natural Medicine* strengthens its mission to:

* *Protect Public health*
* *Elevate The Status* of Natural Medicine in Nigeria
* *Support Lifelong Learning* among practitioners
* *Promote Scientific Research* and Integration of traditional knowledge

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Sporting fans are saying Viktor Gyökeres would've been considered a legend had he left "honourably". They're saying he is ungrateful for the way the club treated him. They didn't forget to add that he's just a player who put on their shirt like Slimani. Nothing special about him,he won't be happy at Arsenal.

These guys think life is like a Nigerian movie where ghosts ask for help.

It's a classic heartbreak bitterness dressed up as “honour.” Sporting fans acting like they raised Gyökeres from a baby goat to a lion, forgetting he literally carried them like Jesus with the cross every weekend. But now that he's going, suddenly he's “just a guy who wore the shirt”? Slimani levels? That’s selective amnesia on steroids.

They want Gyökeres to go back and say goodbye properly before they forgive him.

The truth is:
__He gave them one of their best seasons in recent memory.
__He's leaving this way because the club played him.
__He didn’t fake love,he just moved where ambition lives.
They're just salty because he chose to level up and didn’t look back. They wanted a fairy-tale ending. Instead, they got a Here We Go. And the worst part? Deep down they know Arsenal fans will cherish him more than they ever did.
Let them heal. As it pains them, e go sweet us

How Buhari’s Military Coup Saved Oba Sikiru Adetona from fellow Ijebu Governor

On November 23, 1981, Governor Victor Olabisi Onabanjo of Ogun State signed a formal order suspending Oba Sikiru Adetona from office as the Awujale of Ijebuland until further notice. However, it soon turned to a deposition, and the removal was scheduled to take effect on January 2, 1984.

But the Muhammadu Buhari coup of December 31, 1983, which toppled President Shehu Shagari's civilian government, halted the plan. Buhari’s intervention inadvertently preserved the Awujale’s reign for the next 41 years.

By the early 1980s, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona, the Awujale of Ijebuland, and Governor Victor “Bisi” Onabanjo, both sons of Ijebu, had entered a tense phase. The foundation had been set years earlier, when Adetona had generously assisted Onabanjo during his illness and even provided accommodation and support while he studied in London. Yet as politics took centre stage, friendship gave way to rivalry, and personal ire would lead to a constitutional crisis.

In August 1981, Oba Adetona wrote to the governor notifying him of his upcoming trip to London for medical reasons, including his overseas address and phone number, purely informative, not requesting permission. Onabanjo replied, demanding more details of the trip and the health grounds, apparently implying that it needed his approval.

Oba Adetona bristled, reminding him that his letter was purely a courtesy update and that, as a traditional monarch, he did not require permission to travel. Defiant, he departed anyway, changing his phone number to avoid further contact.

On November 23, 1981, Governor Onabanjo issued a proclamation suspending the Awujale from office, an unprecedented move. He established a Commission of Inquiry under Justice Solomon O. Sogbetun to investigate Oba Adetona’s perceived insubordination and administrative conduct.

True to the governor’s intentions, the commission reported unfavourably, and by early 1982, the Awujale was formally deposed by the Ogun State Executive Council.

Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona mounted a legal challenge against the Ogun State Government, contesting the validity of the Sogbetun Commission of Inquiry, which had recommended his deposition. His legal team was formidable, led by none other than Chief F.R.A. Williams, one of Nigeria’s greatest legal minds, and supported by Chief Sina Odedina, a prominent Ijebu lawyer.

As the case made its way through the courts, political events moved with dramatic speed. Governor Bisi Onabanjo, the man who had orchestrated the deposition, was re-elected and sworn in for a second term on October 1, 1983. For a time, it appeared that the Awujale’s fate had been sealed.

But destiny, always patient, waited quietly in the wings.

Just two months and 30 days later, on December 31, 1983, the Nigerian Second Republic collapsed in a swift military coup. In a broadcast, Brigadier Sani Abacha announced the takeover of the government by the military. The democratically elected administration of President Shehu Shagari was overthrown, and Major-General Muhammadu Buhari assumed the role of Head of State.

In Ogun State, Brigadier Oladipo Diya, a fellow Ijebu son from Odogbolu, was appointed the new Military Governor. The terrain had shifted.

Then, in 1984, the defining moment arrived.

Justice Kolawole of the Ogun State High Court delivered a landmark judgment. The court nullified the findings of the Sogbetun Commission and ruled that Oba Adetona’s deposition was unlawful. It ordered his immediate reinstatement to the stool of the Awujale of Ijebuland.

The military administration of Brigadier Diya, rather than appeal the ruling, respected the court’s decision. Without drama or delay, the judgment was enforced. And thus, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona returned to his throne in Ijebu Ode—restored, vindicated, and unbroken.

The monarch who had been deposed returned not in disgrace, but in quiet triumph. Like a cat with nine lives, he resumed his place not only as a custodian of tradition, but as a symbol of endurance, dignity, and the power of lawful resistance.

From that moment, a new era began: an era that would span decades, as Oba Adetona continued to reign with wisdom, courage, and conviction. The scars of 1981 remained, but they became part of a larger story, one of resilience in the face of injustice, and of a king who refused to be cowed.

Over the next 41 years, until his transition on July 13, 2025, Oba Sikiru Kayode Adetona would go on to become one of Nigeria’s longest-serving monarchs, revered across the nation not only for his longevity, but for the strength of his character and the example he set.

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TOPIC: LIVING WITH ETERNITY IN VIEW

SCRIPTURE: The Lord is not slack concerning his promise, as some men count slackness; but is longsuffering to us-ward, not willing that any should perish, but that all should come to repentance. But the day of the Lord will come as a thief in the night… 2 PETER 3:9-10.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY: The end of earthly life on earth is the beginning of an endless life in eternity.

Genesis 1:27 makes it clear that man is an eternal being made in the Image and Likeness of an eternal God. The meaning of that is, everyone you see will live forever. To further buttress this, James 4:14 reveals that man’s life on earth is a temporary adventure, just a fraction of man’s overall life.

So, man’s life on earth is a temporary adventure. This implies that the end of earthly life is the beginning of an endless life in eternity. (Daniel 12:2). And it is to in 8 to to to either an everlasting life with God in Heaven or an everlasting contempt with satan in hell. The truth is, God does not desire for anyone to be lost in hell; rather, He desires for people to live with Him forever in heaven after their sojourn in the earth. In other words, God is not looking for whom to send to hell.

It is possible to hear some messages that sounds as if God’s satisfaction is how many people can end in hell. Scriptures make it clear that hell was not created for man (Matthew 25:41). Hell was prepared for the devil and his angels. It is only those who reject Christ and decide to end with the devil that will follow him to hell.66y But the point is, God has no desire for the loss of any soul (2 Peter 3:8-9).

Now, wisdom demands that we pay attention to our eternal destination, the place where we will spend the bulk of our lives.

That is why today, we are looking at what it means to live with eternity in view.

1. It is living in the present with the end in mind. Living in the present with the end in perspective (1Peter 4:7). You are alive today, but the end is in your mind.

2. It means living and conducting our life’s actions with eternity as a major consideration. Ecclesiastes 12:13 says, Let us hear the conclusion of the whole matter, fear God and keep his commandments: for this is the whole duty of a man. For God shall bring every work into judgment with every secret thing, whether it be good or whether it be evil.

Everything we do on the earth has eternal consequences.

3. It means living in the now with readiness and preparedness for eternity. That is, you are not trying to get prepared; you are living prepared (Matthew 25:13, Matthew 24:44-45).

4. It is living as strangers and pilgrims on the earth. This is living with the full knowledge that this world is not our home (1 Peter 2:11).

5. It is living in the world without forgetting yourself in the world. Living in the world without forgetting your eternal and heavenly citizenship (Philippians 3:20).

Beloved, don’t forget yourself in this world because one day, the curtains of eternity shall be drawn, and the world shall end.

Remember this: The end of earthly life is the beginning of endless life in eternity.

ASSIGNMENT(S):
1. Live ready in anticipation of Christ’s coming. Keep your spiritual temperature high.

2. Refuse to live in sin

3. Ask God for mercy if you have erred and make amends.

PRAYER: Lord, help me to live on earth as a pilgrim. I refuse to conform to the pattern of this world. Draw me closer to You Lord, in Jesus’ Name.

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DAILY BIBLE READING: Isaiah 1-3

QUOTE: If you want to look like Christ, then look at Christ. What you look at determines what you will look like. Culled from the book, The Essence of Christianity by Dr Paul Enenche.

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PROPHETIC DECLARATION/WORD: Receive grace to live with heaven in perspective always in Jesus Name.