Lagos State Government on Thursday announced the shutdown of the Oko-Oba abattoir over unsanitary activities, waste mismanagement and unhygienic handling of animal products.

This directive was given by the Commissioner for the Environment and Water Resources, Mr. Tokunbo Wahab after an extensive inspection tour with the media to Oko-Oba the Abattoir at Oko-Oba in Agege informing that the Ministry received a petition from the Ministry of Agriculture to intervene as regards various Environmental and health infractions going on at the abattoir.

10 PEOPLE YOU SHOULD NOT MARRY

Yesterday, I shared some truths about how important the person you marry is. This is because, the beginning of a peaceful and successful marriage begins with marrying the right person.

So, in this article I will be showing you some type of people you should not marry. It's not everyone that's ready for marriage is marriable.

1. Don't marry anyone that is not a child of God

Adam had a relationship with God first before having a relationship with anyone. That's how it's supposed to be. The first relationship man was given was relationship with God before relationship with his wife(Gen. 3:8-9).

I have said this before, the best person to marry is a child of God, someone that fears and loves God and is being led by the Holy Spirit. Someone that fears God will shun evil and will never maltreat you. Anyone that doesn't love or fear God can do anything without minding.

So, anyone that is not a child of God, born again and committed in the service of the kingdom, is not a prayer point. Don't be unequally yoke with unbelievers. If you're a child of God, marry a child of God, If you're an unbeliever, please look for your kind. Let's not be unfortunate. God and Satan cannot be in-laws.

2. Don't marry anyone that doesn't have direction in life.

Adam was busy with something before the issue of marriage came up. He was busy ruling, dominating, working and taking care of the earth. Therefore, before marriage you should know what you want to do with your life(Gen 2:15).

Don't marry anyone that doesn't know where he or she is going in life. Have something meaningful doing with your life before marriage. Don't wait for marriage before you become useful. Be useful to yourself, family and society.

3. Don't marry anyone that beats you

Many ladies are guilty of this. You're in a relationship with a guy that hasn't done anything on your head yet he beats and abuses but you keep believing he will change. Don't worry, when you enter marriage, he's likely to kill you if God doesn't help you.

Don't marry anyone that raises hand on you, inflicts injury on you both physically, psychologically and emotionally. That's a big red flag. Run. A person that beats you before marriage, may kill you after marriage. And if he or she cannot change before marriage, change after marriage maybe difficult.

4. Don't marry anyone that's too proud.

Anyone that's too proud will always think or feel he or she is doing you a favor by getting married to you. You'll be taken for granted. You will not be appreciated and accepted. The person will find it hard to admit his or hand wrong. Nobody is doing anyone favour, even if na dangote son or daughter.

A proud person is an entitled person. They want to be served, worshipped, appreciated, wanted but can not do same for you.

5. Don't marry anyone that manipulates or blackmails you.

Don't marry anyone that always blame you when something goes wrong, even when they're at fault, they will always turn the situation against you. They always make you feel as if you're not enough or worthy to be loved and appreciated. They always talk you down. They will so erode your self esteem that you will begin to think that you deserve what you are getting. That's a toxic person to marry.

6. Don't marry anyone that threatens you

Most of the time, the thing many people are facing in marriage have always been there during their courtship or dating but were too blinded to see it. Don't marry anyone that threatens you with breakup if you should deny him or her sex or if you refuse to get pregnant before marriage. Don't marry anyone that always threatens to beat you.

7. Don't marry anyone that doesn't support you.

People in a relationship suppose to support each other but when you are in a relationship with anyone that doesn't support your legit course, vision, goals, purpose, ministry, ambition etc., that's a wrong person to marry. The person is only after his or her own course. Many woman have sacrificed their ambitions on the alter of marriage due to the kind of man they marry.

8. Don't marry anyone that doesn't have an authority he or she submits to

In the minitary, it's only someone that's under authority that can give command and it will be obeyed. Don't marry a free-ranger, someone that doesn't submit to any authority, listen to anyone, obey anyone, respect anyone. That's a dangerous person to marry. He can do and undone with reckless abandone because nobody to restrict or constrain.

The family, church, a Mentor, a Counselor etc., are example of authorities one should have.

9. Don't marry anyone that doesn't respect you

Someone that doesn't care about your feelings before he or she does something, talks to you the way he or she wants, treats you anyhow, is not the kind of person to marry. I mean someone that doesn't care if what he or she is doing is hurting you, you shouldn't marry that kind of a person.

10. Don't marry anyone that doesn't love you

Love is foundational to the survival of marriage, without love resentment, harshness, unkind words and actions, avoidance, irritation, boredom, etc will be a daily occurrence. Love is a lubricant and moisturiser. It makes things easy.

I often say that, marrying someone that doesn't love or someone you don't love is self imprisonment with hard labour. A lot of people have complained to me that they are facing hell in their marriages because of lack of love.

However, love is not enough to marry anyone, other factors have to be considered. Because you love someone that beats and abuses you doesn't mean you marry the person unless of course you enjoy the beating and the abuse. You people are not normal. All things being equal, don't marry someone that doesn't love you nor someone you don't love.

What other kind of persons you will never marry, share with me in the comment below?

Thanks for reading

Good morning God's beloved. Thank God for another day. Today, by the mercies of God, evil family patterns shall be broken. Every good thing our parents didn't enjoy, we shall enjoy them all. I make contrary declarations, to those of the enemy of your destiny. You'll not struggle for what your parents struggled for. Let every evil padlock used by wicked spirits or wicked men to close doors of breakthroughs (SPIRITUALLY, FINANCIALLY, IN BUSINESS OR CAREER, OR MINISTRY, ACADEMICALLY, MARITALLY ETC), is forcefully opened by God's Favour. Your little shall become big by the multiplicative power of God. Anyone reporting you or your husband/wife or children or family members, etc on any evil altar shall meet their untimely death by God's judgement in Jesus mighty name. Today shall be your RECOVERY FRIDAY.

FG Announces Evacuation Plans for Citizens Trapped in Israel, Iran but Offers No Timeline

The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is finalising arrangements for the emergency evacuation of stranded Nigerians in the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of Israel following the escalation crisis between these countries.

This comes four days after FIJ reported that Nigeria was silent as both countries exchange missiles despite other countries moving quickly to evacuate citizens.

In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry, the government said it had instructed all affected Nigerians to contact the nearest Nigerian Embassy for registration and further instructions.

The Ministry also commended its missions in Tel Aviv and Tehran “for their dedication and commitment to reaching out to the Nigerian community at this difficult time”.

“The Federal Government of Nigeria remains committed to the safety and welfare of all its citizens both at home and abroad and is working in close coordination with relevant international partners and local authorities,” the statement reads.

Although no timeline has been given for when the evacuations will begin, the government said updates would be provided through official channels.

The Ministry also reiterated its call for the “immediate cessation of hostilities” and urged parties involved in the conflict to “respect international humanitarian law and prioritize the protection of civilians”.

At press time, the exact number of Nigerians in need of evacuation remains unclear.

FG Announces Evacuation Plans for Citizens Trapped in Israel, Iran but Offers No Timeline

The Nigerian Ministry of Foreign Affairs says it is finalising arrangements for the emergency evacuation of stranded Nigerians in the Islamic Republic of Iran and the State of Israel following the escalation crisis between these countries.

This comes four days after FIJ reported that Nigeria was silent as both countries exchange missiles despite other countries moving quickly to evacuate citizens.

In a statement issued on Wednesday and signed by Kimiebi Imomotimi Ebienfa, spokesperson for the Ministry, the government said it had instructed all affected Nigerians to contact the nearest Nigerian Embassy for registration and further instructions.

The Ministry also commended its missions in Tel Aviv and Tehran “for their dedication and commitment to reaching out to the Nigerian community at this difficult time”.

“The Federal Government of Nigeria remains committed to the safety and welfare of all its citizens both at home and abroad and is working in close coordination with relevant international partners and local authorities,” the statement reads.

Although no timeline has been given for when the evacuations will begin, the government said updates would be provided through official channels.

The Ministry also reiterated its call for the “immediate cessation of hostilities” and urged parties involved in the conflict to “respect international humanitarian law and prioritize the protection of civilians”.

At press time, the exact number of Nigerians in need of evacuation remains unclear.

SHORT NOTE FOR MINISTERS GOING THROUGH SCANDALS IN MINISTRY!

If you have never experience or survived scandals as a minister (Preacher or Singer) you're a baby minister

Mind you, scandals are inevitable, you can never run away from it no matter how careful you're.

They are coming from these sets of people

Colleagues in ministry, Disconnected sons and daughters, Unsatisfied former church members, Enemies of the Gospel, Failed and struggling ministers, Ex lovers and envious friends etc.

There are many channels of scandals in ministry, some are true but 80% are lies. Never you judge or conclude anyone because of scandals in MINISTRY, whether True or false, because you will understand when you experience too.

If you are experiencing #Scandal plesse Face it and Quench it .

Nothing new about scandals, silence is the only key to kill scandals. Don't be afraid or ashamed of scandals, people go talk but face your front. What #He_Said is more important than what #they_said

The assignment is so important

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE*

DATE: THURSDAY 19TH JUNE 2025

THEME: *ACTIVATE YOUR DIVINE INTELLIGENCE*

MEMORIZE
Job 32:8
[8]But there is [a vital force] a spirit [of intelligence] in man, and the breath of the Almighty gives men understanding. [Prov. 2:6.] [AMP]

READ
Acts 6:1-7
And in those days, when the number of the disciples was multiplied, there arose a murmuring of the Grecians against the Hebrews, because their widows were neglected in the daily ministration.
Then the twelve called the multitude of the disciples unto them, and said, It is not reason that we should leave the word of God, and serve tables.
Wherefore, brethren, look ye out among you seven men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom, whom we may appoint over this business.
But we will give ourselves continually to prayer, and to the ministry of the word.
And the saying pleased the whole multitude: and they chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Ghost, and Philip, and Prochorus, and Nicanor, and Timon, and Parmenas, and Nicolas a proselyte of Antioch:
Whom they set before the apostles: and when they had prayed, they laid their hands on them.
And the word of God increased; and the number of the disciples multiplied in Jerusalem greatly; and a great company of the priests were obedient to the faith.

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
*The brightest minds in the universe are those who study under the LORD.*

MESSAGE
Yesterday we saw the awesome necessity of functioning with quick understanding in the fear of the LORD.

This is vitally necessary because, we do not always know what to do because of the high percentage of our ignorance due to spiritual blindness and the impact of darkness on our spiritual senses. This is why we need to be extraordinarily passionate about our fellowship with the LORD.

We need the LORD much more than ever.

Today's memory verse tells us that we already have a vital force or a spirit of intelligence in us which requires an activation by the breath of the Almighty God.

Three spiritual exercises are vital to activating our divine intelligence.

1. BE CEASELESS IN PRAYERS.
Why we should pray always and spend more time in prayers is because through prayers we reduce our ignorance and by spending time daily in God's word, we increase our capacity for divine intelligence.

The Lord Jesus Christ in His earthly days spent so much time in prayers as to make it a notable feature of His earthly life and ministry because He had to function in alignment with the will of His Father, and to do this perfectly, He had to battle with His humanity to align with His divinity. We were only permitted to see that He battled with His humanity when He was praying in the garden of Gethsemane before His passion. However, He allowed His humanity to be conquered by the perfect will of His Father through willing submission and obedience.

The altar of incessant prayers is a necessity because that is where we reduce our ignorance and resistance to God's perfect will for our lives.

The Bible puts it this way;
Jeremiah 33:3
[3]Call to Me and I will answer you and show you great and mighty things, fenced in and hidden, which you do not know (do not distinguish and recognize, have knowledge of and understand).

2. REGULAR INTAKE OF GOD’S WORD.
The act of regular intake of the Word of God is necessary because through it we expose ourselves to divine light and increase our intelligence.
See;
Psalm 119:105,130
[105]Your word is a lamp to my feet and a light to my path. [Prov. 6:23.]
[130]The entrance and unfolding of Your words give light; their unfolding gives understanding (discernment and comprehension) to the simple.

3. SPEAK FORTH GOD’S WORD REGULARLY.
The act of speaking forth the word of God through teaching others, preaching, witnessing, or prophetic confession of God's Word increases our learning and divine brightness in God.
Proverbs 16:21
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Proverbs 16:23
The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.

Beloved, availing yourself in God's presence regularly is making yourself a student of the LORD.

*Those who are privileged to study under the LORD are the brightest minds in time and in eternity*

ACTION STEPS
1. Prayerfully meditate on today's devotional guide.
2. Be determined to keep on reducing your ignorance and increasing your intelligence.
3. Insist on a regiment of tight spirituality with the Lord Jesus Christ.

REMEMBER
*The brightest minds in the universe are those who study under the LORD.*

PRAYERS
Dear heavenly Father, Thank you for today's devotional guide. I receive grace to accept the responsibility of activating my divine intelligence through the exercise of higher spirituality in Jesus name. Amen.

AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID

DAILY READING: 2Chronicles 2-4; Psalms 144-145; Hebrews 11-12;

HYMN
1
My hope is built on nothing less
Than Jesus’ blood and righteousness;
I dare not trust the sweetest frame,
But wholly lean on Jesus’ name.

On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand;
All other ground is sinking sand,
All other ground is sinking sand.

2
When darkness hides His lovely face,
I rest on His unchanging grace;
In every high and stormy gale,
My anchor holds within the vail.

3
His oath, His covenant, His blood,
Support me in the ’whelming flood;
When all around my soul gives way,
He then is all my hope and stay.

4
When He shall come with trumpet sound,
On ,may I then in Him be found,
Clothed in His righteousness alone,
Faultless to stand before the throne!

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SETTING YOUR WORLD ON FIRE!


TEXT: EZEK 10:1- 7

Lighted men become God’s firebrands! Everywhere a lighted man goes, he produces heat and burning! A lighted man quickly becomes an agent of the consuming fire of God! A lighted man also becomes a distributor of the fires of God! When we contact, connect to, or collect the fires of God, we are expected to go out and spread it within the vicinity! It is our ministry as fire carriers that checks the activities of wickedness, turns many to righteousness and drives the devil into frustration!

Prayer points:

1. Pray, ‘Father I thank you for the Holy Spirit. Thank you for his power and fire! Tonight, I receive his fire baptism! I receive the deposit of divine fire upon my head! I receive a new prophetic tongue! My words will not fall to the ground!’
2. Lk 11:36. Pray, ‘In Jesus name, I allow the fire & light of God to enter into every area of my life! I refuse any area to harbor anything dark! No sickness, bondage & shame shall abide in my life! Let the fire consume it now! Fire!
3. Jn 5:35. Pray, ’O Lord, by your fire, make me a burning and a shining light in my generation! My destiny must shine forth! Many shall come to the brightness of my rising! My grace cannot be ignored! I will not die small!’
4. Isa 9:8. Pray, ‘Lord, let the light and fire in me spread to my father’s house! Father, light up my family! Let the covenant that covers me cover them! Let your glory and your blessing overtake them because of me! Visit us by fire!’
5. Jer 23:28-29. Pray, ‘Tonight, every negative dream and prophecy against my life: catch fire! I cancel every word released against my life through prophetic witchcraft and dream manipulations! I cancel every negative word!’
6. Judg 15:4-5. Pray, ‘In Jesus name, I enter as a blazing fire into the field of the wicked! I burn up every work of hell! I deny the devil any harvest in the church, in my city and in my family! Every planting of the devil; catch fire!’
7. 2 Kgs 1:10-12. Pray, ‘O God, there are people who need to know that I am yours! Lord, answer them by the judgment of fire! Tonight, let the fire of judgment go forth and destroy every agent of hell set against my destiny!’
8. Pray, ‘O’ Lord, you have sent me to light up many lives! I receive your anointing to minister your word! I receive your grace to turn men from darkness into light! Miracles and wonders will follow my life in Jesus name!
9. Ps 104:4. Pray, ‘This year, everywhere I go, let there be a God encounter! Let the mantles that I have contacted begin to speak! Let every grace in this house be manifest in me! I am anointed! There is fire in my hand! Fire!’
10. Pray, ‘O Lord, this revival will never end! This grace will never diminish! Darkness will never return to my life! Strange people and forces will not quench my fire! I receive your covenant of unending grace in Jesus name!’

What is Overfamiliarity?
Overfamiliarity is more than just being comfortable around someone. It's a state where you start to take the person, their position, and their words for granted. It can manifest as:
Disrespect: Ignoring or downplaying the prophet's counsel or authority.

Lack of Reverence: Becoming numb to the spiritual truths being shared, even if they were once impactful.

Taking Things for Granted: Failing to appreciate the time, effort, and grace offered by the prophet.

Criticism and Negativity: Focusing on perceived flaws or shortcomings rather than the overall message and ministry.
Why is it a Problem?

Hindered Spiritual Growth:
Overfamiliarity can block the flow of God's grace and anointing in your life.

Offense and Division:
It can lead to taking offense at the prophet's words or actions, potentially causing division within the community.
Missed Blessings:

When you fail to honor and respect the prophet's role, you may miss out on the blessings and breakthroughs that God intends for you.

Damaged Relationships:
Overfamiliarity can erode the foundation of trust and respect in any relationship, including a spiritual one.

Avoiding Overfamiliarity:
Intentionally Honor:
Make a conscious effort to honor the prophet's position and the grace they carry.

Value the Message:
Focus on the spiritual truths being shared and their potential impact on your life, rather than dwelling on personal preferences or opinions.

Maintain Respect:
Be mindful of your words and actions, treating the prophet with the respect they deserve.
Seek Understanding:
If you have questions or concerns, address them with humility and a desire to understand, rather than through criticism.

By avoiding overfamiliarity, you can cultivate a healthy and fruitful relationship with your prophet, allowing you to receive the blessings and guidance that God intends for you.

What is Overfamiliarity?
Overfamiliarity is more than just being comfortable around someone. It's a state where you start to take the person, their position, and their words for granted. It can manifest as:
Disrespect: Ignoring or downplaying the prophet's counsel or authority.

Lack of Reverence: Becoming numb to the spiritual truths being shared, even if they were once impactful.

Taking Things for Granted: Failing to appreciate the time, effort, and grace offered by the prophet.

Criticism and Negativity: Focusing on perceived flaws or shortcomings rather than the overall message and ministry.
Why is it a Problem?

Hindered Spiritual Growth:
Overfamiliarity can block the flow of God's grace and anointing in your life.

Offense and Division:
It can lead to taking offense at the prophet's words or actions, potentially causing division within the community.
Missed Blessings:

When you fail to honor and respect the prophet's role, you may miss out on the blessings and breakthroughs that God intends for you.

Damaged Relationships:
Overfamiliarity can erode the foundation of trust and respect in any relationship, including a spiritual one.

Avoiding Overfamiliarity:
Intentionally Honor:
Make a conscious effort to honor the prophet's position and the grace they carry.

Value the Message:
Focus on the spiritual truths being shared and their potential impact on your life, rather than dwelling on personal preferences or opinions.

Maintain Respect:
Be mindful of your words and actions, treating the prophet with the respect they deserve.
Seek Understanding:
If you have questions or concerns, address them with humility and a desire to understand, rather than through criticism.

By avoiding overfamiliarity, you can cultivate a healthy and fruitful relationship with your prophet, allowing you to receive the blessings and guidance that God intends for you.