• *SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 22/06/2025*

    Female suicide bomber kills 12, injures 18 in Borno – Police

    Police nab 22 suspects over killing of 12 Plateau wedding guests

    Five Killed As Bomb Explodes In Kano

    MRS hikes petrol price to N925 in Lagos, N955 in Southeast

    FG gets approval from UK for Air Peace to fly directly to Heathrow Airport

    Kidnappers to die by hanging in Ondo – Govt

    Osimhen, Troost-Ekong, others join Ndidi at Maracana children’s fest in Ajegunle

    Trump says US launched ‘very successful’ attack on Iran nuclear sites

    Iran’s Ayatollah names 3 successors as Israel renews assassination threats

    Hot air balloon crash kills eight in Brazil, 13 injured

    Netherlands returns 119 Benin bronzes to Nigeria

    Nigeria negotiates $65m extra procurement loan with W’Bank

    Nigeria, Benin sign landmark integration pact

    Salis set to be first Nigerian in space, as astronauts converge for camp training


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    *DID YOU KNOW?*

    * Saponification is the chemical reaction that converts fats or oils into soap and alcohol. Humans discovered this around 2,800 B.C. by three simple ingredients—animal fat, wood ash, and water.

    * The hummingbird is the only bird that can fly backward.
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    Tinubu urges economic unity among W’African countries

    Shettima condemns Borno suicide attack, assures immediate response

    EFCC arrests Benue gov’s aide for alleged sextortion, cyberbullying

    NAF first female fighter pilot wins top award in Ghana

    AIG Zone 5 convenes stakeholders’ meeting over Warri ward delineation crisis

    Akume meets Benue monarchs on Tinubu’s directive for lasting peace

    FG denies abandoning Nigerians in Iran, says working with Armenia for evacuation

    FG targets $12 million revenue from global market electronic navigational charts – Matawalle

    West African economic summit unlocks $400m in investment deals — Minister

    Convict passport scandal: FG panel suspends two officers, probes inmate

    Musawa directs NIHOTOUR to suspend enforcement actions nationwide

    NPA averts fire disaster at Lagos port as vessels go up in flames

    NNPCL spokesman Femi Soneye resigns

    Buba Marwa’s mother-in-law dies at 76

    NDDC inaugurates four projects in Rivers

    Board cautions against contraband luggage, as 425 FCT pilgrims return

    We won’t allow individuals hijack IBB Golf Club — Wike

    NBA rejects plan to increase Supreme Court justices to 30

    Constitutional Infractions: The African Church Suspends Primate Abbe

    Air Peace flight suffers bird strike, returns for safety checks

    Hoteliers appeal to Aiyedatiwa over unpaid debt

    OCCIMA calls on FG to oversee N75b intervention loan disbursement

    Iwuanyanwu’s Will bans young widow from remarrying

    Property dispute: Alao-Akala’s daughter seeks father’s exhumation for DNA test

    Obi condemns incessant attacks, killings, urges action on insecurity

    Tinubu to Eno: You won’t regret joining APC

    Atiku denies ADA, says he’s yet to adopt unregistered party

    2027: Northern power blocs eye VP Shettima’s seat

    2027: PDP NEC members differ on presidential zoning

    Ex-PDP chairman assassinated in Benue one year after wife’s murder

    Benue Killings: Sule tasks traditional rulers to protect border areas

    Killers of Kaduna citizens in Plateau must face justice, says Sani

    Plateau gov condemns murder of eight travellers, urges calm

    Bandits killed 30 in Zuru – Kebbi govt

    Benue nabs 50 fake displaced persons in IDP

    Enugu traders seek Mbah’s intervention over alleged relocation order

    Power surge sparks fire in Kwara plaza, firefighters save building

    Gunmen abduct judge in Bayelsa

    Gunmen kill hunter commander in Benue

    Anambra vigilantes detain pregnant woman, two kids for 20 days

    Battered 13-year-old girl rescued after guardian’s brutal attack in Imo

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    *TODAY IN HISTORY*

    * On this day in 1633, the Catholic Church forced Galileo Galilei to renounce his heliocentric world view. The Holy Office concluded that the Italian scientist, by stating that the Sun is the center of the Universe, was “suspect of heresy”. Galileo spent the rest of his life under house arrest.

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    God does not need your good works, but your neighbour does. – Martin Luther


    Good morning

    *Compiled by Hon. Osuji George [email protected], +234-8122200446*
    *SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 22/06/2025* Female suicide bomber kills 12, injures 18 in Borno – Police Police nab 22 suspects over killing of 12 Plateau wedding guests Five Killed As Bomb Explodes In Kano MRS hikes petrol price to N925 in Lagos, N955 in Southeast FG gets approval from UK for Air Peace to fly directly to Heathrow Airport Kidnappers to die by hanging in Ondo – Govt Osimhen, Troost-Ekong, others join Ndidi at Maracana children’s fest in Ajegunle Trump says US launched ‘very successful’ attack on Iran nuclear sites Iran’s Ayatollah names 3 successors as Israel renews assassination threats Hot air balloon crash kills eight in Brazil, 13 injured Netherlands returns 119 Benin bronzes to Nigeria Nigeria negotiates $65m extra procurement loan with W’Bank Nigeria, Benin sign landmark integration pact Salis set to be first Nigerian in space, as astronauts converge for camp training ------------------------- *DID YOU KNOW?* * Saponification is the chemical reaction that converts fats or oils into soap and alcohol. Humans discovered this around 2,800 B.C. by three simple ingredients—animal fat, wood ash, and water. * The hummingbird is the only bird that can fly backward. ------------------------- Tinubu urges economic unity among W’African countries Shettima condemns Borno suicide attack, assures immediate response EFCC arrests Benue gov’s aide for alleged sextortion, cyberbullying NAF first female fighter pilot wins top award in Ghana AIG Zone 5 convenes stakeholders’ meeting over Warri ward delineation crisis Akume meets Benue monarchs on Tinubu’s directive for lasting peace FG denies abandoning Nigerians in Iran, says working with Armenia for evacuation FG targets $12 million revenue from global market electronic navigational charts – Matawalle West African economic summit unlocks $400m in investment deals — Minister Convict passport scandal: FG panel suspends two officers, probes inmate Musawa directs NIHOTOUR to suspend enforcement actions nationwide NPA averts fire disaster at Lagos port as vessels go up in flames NNPCL spokesman Femi Soneye resigns Buba Marwa’s mother-in-law dies at 76 NDDC inaugurates four projects in Rivers Board cautions against contraband luggage, as 425 FCT pilgrims return We won’t allow individuals hijack IBB Golf Club — Wike NBA rejects plan to increase Supreme Court justices to 30 Constitutional Infractions: The African Church Suspends Primate Abbe Air Peace flight suffers bird strike, returns for safety checks Hoteliers appeal to Aiyedatiwa over unpaid debt OCCIMA calls on FG to oversee N75b intervention loan disbursement Iwuanyanwu’s Will bans young widow from remarrying Property dispute: Alao-Akala’s daughter seeks father’s exhumation for DNA test Obi condemns incessant attacks, killings, urges action on insecurity Tinubu to Eno: You won’t regret joining APC Atiku denies ADA, says he’s yet to adopt unregistered party 2027: Northern power blocs eye VP Shettima’s seat 2027: PDP NEC members differ on presidential zoning Ex-PDP chairman assassinated in Benue one year after wife’s murder Benue Killings: Sule tasks traditional rulers to protect border areas Killers of Kaduna citizens in Plateau must face justice, says Sani Plateau gov condemns murder of eight travellers, urges calm Bandits killed 30 in Zuru – Kebbi govt Benue nabs 50 fake displaced persons in IDP Enugu traders seek Mbah’s intervention over alleged relocation order Power surge sparks fire in Kwara plaza, firefighters save building Gunmen abduct judge in Bayelsa Gunmen kill hunter commander in Benue Anambra vigilantes detain pregnant woman, two kids for 20 days Battered 13-year-old girl rescued after guardian’s brutal attack in Imo ------------------------- *TODAY IN HISTORY* * On this day in 1633, the Catholic Church forced Galileo Galilei to renounce his heliocentric world view. The Holy Office concluded that the Italian scientist, by stating that the Sun is the center of the Universe, was “suspect of heresy”. Galileo spent the rest of his life under house arrest. ------------------------- God does not need your good works, but your neighbour does. – Martin Luther Good morning *Compiled by Hon. Osuji George [email protected], +234-8122200446*
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  • BREAKING NEWS: Finally Govt Approves Death Penalty For Kidnappers

    The Ondo State Government has disclosed that persons convicted of kidnapping in the state will henceforth face the death penalty in order to strengthen security and ensure the safety of residents across the state.

    While assuring that the proposal, as well as other legal frameworks, would soon be transmitted to the House of Assembly for necessary legislative action, the state government expressed concern over the kidnapping menace in the state…
    BREAKING NEWS: Finally Govt Approves Death Penalty For Kidnappers The Ondo State Government has disclosed that persons convicted of kidnapping in the state will henceforth face the death penalty in order to strengthen security and ensure the safety of residents across the state. While assuring that the proposal, as well as other legal frameworks, would soon be transmitted to the House of Assembly for necessary legislative action, the state government expressed concern over the kidnapping menace in the state…
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  • *Texas lawmakers are urging Tesla to delay its robotaxi launch until September 1, when new autonomous driving regulations are scheduled to go into effect*

    Updated: June 19th, 2025
    https://youtu.be/qkIMrpfokEM?si=RPRUELHd_fe2N6wg

    https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-asked-delay-robotaxi-launch-by-democratic-texas-lawmakers-2025-06-19/

    A group of seven Texas lawmakers, primarily Democratic legislators, have indeed urged Tesla to delay its robotaxi launch in Austin until September 1, 2025. The lawmakers sent a letter to Elon Musk's Tesla, citing concerns about public safety and the need for compliance with new state regulations governing autonomous vehicles.

    A robotaxi is a self-driving taxi that uses artificial intelligence and sensors to navigate roads without human intervention. It's like a regular taxi, but instead of a human driver, the vehicle is controlled by computers and sensors.

    Imagine calling a taxi, and when it arrives, there's no driver. You get in, and the car takes you to your destination safely and efficiently. That's what a robotaxi is all about!

    The new regulations, set to take effect on September 1, would require autonomous vehicles to:
    - *Meet Safety Standards*: Autonomous vehicles would need to adhere to specific safety standards
    - *Register under Texas Law*: Autonomous vehicles would need to be registered according to Texas law
    - *Provide Emergency Interaction Plans*: Autonomous vehicles would need to have plans in place for emergency interactions

    The lawmakers believe that delaying the launch until the new regulations are in effect would help build trust in Tesla's autonomous vehicle operations and serve public safety interests. However, Tesla is not legally required to halt its planned launch, which was originally set for June 22, 2025, and was expected to involve 10-20 geofenced vehicles operating continuously.
    *Texas lawmakers are urging Tesla to delay its robotaxi launch until September 1, when new autonomous driving regulations are scheduled to go into effect* Updated: June 19th, 2025 https://youtu.be/qkIMrpfokEM?si=RPRUELHd_fe2N6wg https://www.reuters.com/business/autos-transportation/tesla-asked-delay-robotaxi-launch-by-democratic-texas-lawmakers-2025-06-19/ A group of seven Texas lawmakers, primarily Democratic legislators, have indeed urged Tesla to delay its robotaxi launch in Austin until September 1, 2025. The lawmakers sent a letter to Elon Musk's Tesla, citing concerns about public safety and the need for compliance with new state regulations governing autonomous vehicles. A robotaxi is a self-driving taxi that uses artificial intelligence and sensors to navigate roads without human intervention. It's like a regular taxi, but instead of a human driver, the vehicle is controlled by computers and sensors. Imagine calling a taxi, and when it arrives, there's no driver. You get in, and the car takes you to your destination safely and efficiently. That's what a robotaxi is all about! The new regulations, set to take effect on September 1, would require autonomous vehicles to: - *Meet Safety Standards*: Autonomous vehicles would need to adhere to specific safety standards - *Register under Texas Law*: Autonomous vehicles would need to be registered according to Texas law - *Provide Emergency Interaction Plans*: Autonomous vehicles would need to have plans in place for emergency interactions The lawmakers believe that delaying the launch until the new regulations are in effect would help build trust in Tesla's autonomous vehicle operations and serve public safety interests. However, Tesla is not legally required to halt its planned launch, which was originally set for June 22, 2025, and was expected to involve 10-20 geofenced vehicles operating continuously.
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  • Lagos Police Arrest Notorious Killer, Wasiu Akinwande, Recover Firearms and Ammunition

    The Lagos State Police Command has announced the arrest of Wasiu Akinwande, a 44-year-old notorious hired killer and cultist kingpin. Akinwande, also known as Olori Eso, was arrested in a special operation code-named "Silence, Speed and Surprise" in the Agbado area of Ogun State.

    The police recovered a cache of firearms and ammunition, including:

    - 2 AK-47 rifles
    - 1 K2 Assault rifle
    - 1 Red Ryder rifle
    - 3 pump action rifles
    - 2 locally made single-barrel pistols
    - 5 magazines
    - 57 live cartridges
    - 70 5.56 live ammunition
    - 27 9mm ammunition
    - 1 expended 5.56 ammunition
    - 1 dagger
    - 3 walkie-talkies
    - 9 international passports belonging to different individuals

    Akinwande's arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the police's fight against violent crimes in Lagos State. He is suspected of being involved in multiple armed robberies, murders, kidnappings, and cult-related killings in the Mushin area of Lagos State.

    The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has assured Lagosians that their safety and security remain the top priority of the Command. Akinwande is currently in police custody and will face the full weight of the law for his crimes.
    Lagos Police Arrest Notorious Killer, Wasiu Akinwande, Recover Firearms and Ammunition The Lagos State Police Command has announced the arrest of Wasiu Akinwande, a 44-year-old notorious hired killer and cultist kingpin. Akinwande, also known as Olori Eso, was arrested in a special operation code-named "Silence, Speed and Surprise" in the Agbado area of Ogun State. The police recovered a cache of firearms and ammunition, including: - 2 AK-47 rifles - 1 K2 Assault rifle - 1 Red Ryder rifle - 3 pump action rifles - 2 locally made single-barrel pistols - 5 magazines - 57 live cartridges - 70 5.56 live ammunition - 27 9mm ammunition - 1 expended 5.56 ammunition - 1 dagger - 3 walkie-talkies - 9 international passports belonging to different individuals Akinwande's arrest marks a significant breakthrough in the police's fight against violent crimes in Lagos State. He is suspected of being involved in multiple armed robberies, murders, kidnappings, and cult-related killings in the Mushin area of Lagos State. The Commissioner of Police, Lagos State Command, CP Olohundare Jimoh, has assured Lagosians that their safety and security remain the top priority of the Command. Akinwande is currently in police custody and will face the full weight of the law for his crimes.
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  • Psalms 3:5
    NLT: I lay down and slept. I woke up in safety, for the Lord was watching over me.
    You shall sleep and wake up 2 morrow morning in Jesus mighty name.
    Psalms 3:5 NLT: I lay down and slept. I woke up in safety, for the Lord was watching over me. You shall sleep and wake up 2 morrow morning in Jesus mighty name.
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  • Baba Ijesha, whose real name is Olanrewaju James Omiyinka, was a well-known Yoruba actor in the Nigerian movie industry. He had a reputation for playing comic and street-wise roles, which made him popular among fans. However, his career and public image took a massive downturn in 2021 when he became involved in a serious ch!ld m0lestation scandal that shook Nollywood and the entire Nigerian entertainment space.

    The controversy started when Nigerian comedienne, Princess (whose real name is Damilola Adekoya), accused Baba Ijesha of $exually m0lesting her 14-year-0ld foster daughter. According to Princess, the abuse had been going on for years but wasn’t initially known. She later claimed that the girl opened up about the abuse, which prompted Princess to set up a CCTV trap to catch him in the act. The footage reportedly showed Baba Ijesha engaging in inappropriate behavior with the min0r when he visited Princess’s home.

    The video evidence sparked public outrage. Many Nigerians were angered, especially because of the age of the victim and the fact that Baba Ijesha was caught on video. Actress Iyabo Ojo was one of the most vocal celebrities who stood with Princess and demanded justice. Iyabo Ojo took to social media several times to condemn Baba Ijesha and called out those in the film industry who were trying to defend him. Her consistent outspokenness caused friction within Nollywood, as some colleagues accused her of using the case for clout, but she stood her ground.

    The matter was taken to court, and Baba Ijesha was charged with several counts related to $exual assault and lndecent treatment of a chiId. During the trial, Princess testified in court and stood firm in her accusations, insisting she only wanted justice for her foster daughter. Despite the legal battles and the emotional trauma the case brought, both Princess and Iyabo Ojo remained committed to seeing the case through.

    Eventually, in July 2022, the court found Baba Ijesha guilty on four out of the six charges brought against him, including $exual assault and attempted $exual assault of a chiId. He was sentenced to 16 years in prison. The ruling brought a mix of reactions—relief from those who supported the victim, and disappointment from his fans and those who once respected him.

    The case highlighted the importance of protecting minors from abuse and sparked broader conversations in Nigeria about child safety, celebrity culture, and accountability. For Baba Ijesha, the scandal marked a fall from grace that not only ended his acting career but also left a permanent stain on his legacy.

    #fblifestyle
    Baba Ijesha, whose real name is Olanrewaju James Omiyinka, was a well-known Yoruba actor in the Nigerian movie industry. He had a reputation for playing comic and street-wise roles, which made him popular among fans. However, his career and public image took a massive downturn in 2021 when he became involved in a serious ch!ld m0lestation scandal that shook Nollywood and the entire Nigerian entertainment space. The controversy started when Nigerian comedienne, Princess (whose real name is Damilola Adekoya), accused Baba Ijesha of $exually m0lesting her 14-year-0ld foster daughter. According to Princess, the abuse had been going on for years but wasn’t initially known. She later claimed that the girl opened up about the abuse, which prompted Princess to set up a CCTV trap to catch him in the act. The footage reportedly showed Baba Ijesha engaging in inappropriate behavior with the min0r when he visited Princess’s home. The video evidence sparked public outrage. Many Nigerians were angered, especially because of the age of the victim and the fact that Baba Ijesha was caught on video. Actress Iyabo Ojo was one of the most vocal celebrities who stood with Princess and demanded justice. Iyabo Ojo took to social media several times to condemn Baba Ijesha and called out those in the film industry who were trying to defend him. Her consistent outspokenness caused friction within Nollywood, as some colleagues accused her of using the case for clout, but she stood her ground. The matter was taken to court, and Baba Ijesha was charged with several counts related to $exual assault and lndecent treatment of a chiId. During the trial, Princess testified in court and stood firm in her accusations, insisting she only wanted justice for her foster daughter. Despite the legal battles and the emotional trauma the case brought, both Princess and Iyabo Ojo remained committed to seeing the case through. Eventually, in July 2022, the court found Baba Ijesha guilty on four out of the six charges brought against him, including $exual assault and attempted $exual assault of a chiId. He was sentenced to 16 years in prison. The ruling brought a mix of reactions—relief from those who supported the victim, and disappointment from his fans and those who once respected him. The case highlighted the importance of protecting minors from abuse and sparked broader conversations in Nigeria about child safety, celebrity culture, and accountability. For Baba Ijesha, the scandal marked a fall from grace that not only ended his acting career but also left a permanent stain on his legacy. #fblifestyle
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  • Ladies… stop trying to impress boys who don’t even know who they are. Start learning how to awaken a man who’s met his soul—one who’s ready for yours.

    The Divine Masculine isn’t moved by lashes, fake curves, or filtered illusions. He’s not searching for a showgirl. He’s longing for a woman whose presence melts him.

    He wants the kind of woman whose energy wraps around him like warmth after a long winter.
    A woman who doesn’t have to try so hard… because her essence already speaks volumes.

    It’s not your lip gloss that keeps him—it’s the way your silence feels like safety. Not your designer heels—but the soft grace in your walk. Not how loud you are in a room—but how your energy lingers when you leave it.

    You see, a real man—one who’s been broken, rebuilt, and reborn—isn’t chasing perfection.
    He’s magnetized by the woman who is deeply in love with herself.

    He wants the curve of your vulnerability,
    The stretch of your soul, The sweet contradiction of your wildness wrapped in grace.

    He watches you when you don’t realize it.
    How you treat strangers. How your laughter bubbles up, unfiltered and free. How you close your eyes when you talk about something that sets your spirit on fire.

    He doesn’t crave your independence—he respects it. But what calls him is your surrender.
    Not weakness. Not submission. But that kind of raw trust only a strong woman knows how to give.

    He’s not excited by your armor. He’s aroused by your truth. By the softness in your sigh. By the curve of your emotional honesty. By the way you let your soul show without apology.

    You don’t need to shrink for him. You don’t need to morph into someone else’s fantasy. Because a man who has awakened isn’t seeking plastic.
    He’s seeking presence.

    He desires the kind of feminine that makes him feel seen, safe, and stirred. The kind that awakens his mission, humbles his ego, and honors his heart.

    So breathe, goddess.

    Let your sweetness return. Let your softness speak. Let your spirit drip with all the sensual, sacred magic you were born with.

    Because the man who’s worthy of your womb?
    He’s not chasing the girl who looks like everyone else.

    He’s falling—hard—for the woman who feels like no one else.

    Every. Damn. Time.
    Ladies… stop trying to impress boys who don’t even know who they are. Start learning how to awaken a man who’s met his soul—one who’s ready for yours. The Divine Masculine isn’t moved by lashes, fake curves, or filtered illusions. He’s not searching for a showgirl. He’s longing for a woman whose presence melts him. He wants the kind of woman whose energy wraps around him like warmth after a long winter. A woman who doesn’t have to try so hard… because her essence already speaks volumes. It’s not your lip gloss that keeps him—it’s the way your silence feels like safety. Not your designer heels—but the soft grace in your walk. Not how loud you are in a room—but how your energy lingers when you leave it. You see, a real man—one who’s been broken, rebuilt, and reborn—isn’t chasing perfection. He’s magnetized by the woman who is deeply in love with herself. He wants the curve of your vulnerability, The stretch of your soul, The sweet contradiction of your wildness wrapped in grace. He watches you when you don’t realize it. How you treat strangers. How your laughter bubbles up, unfiltered and free. How you close your eyes when you talk about something that sets your spirit on fire. He doesn’t crave your independence—he respects it. But what calls him is your surrender. Not weakness. Not submission. But that kind of raw trust only a strong woman knows how to give. He’s not excited by your armor. He’s aroused by your truth. By the softness in your sigh. By the curve of your emotional honesty. By the way you let your soul show without apology. You don’t need to shrink for him. You don’t need to morph into someone else’s fantasy. Because a man who has awakened isn’t seeking plastic. He’s seeking presence. He desires the kind of feminine that makes him feel seen, safe, and stirred. The kind that awakens his mission, humbles his ego, and honors his heart. So breathe, goddess. Let your sweetness return. Let your softness speak. Let your spirit drip with all the sensual, sacred magic you were born with. Because the man who’s worthy of your womb? He’s not chasing the girl who looks like everyone else. He’s falling—hard—for the woman who feels like no one else. Every. Damn. Time.
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  • SAFETY INCIDENT REPORT

    Title: Fatal Gas Explosion Claims Entire Family in Warri, Delta State

    Location: Warri, Delta State, Nigeria
    Date of Incident: 30th May 2025
    Date Reported: 14th June 2025
    Reported by: Engr. John Perede Akpoyibo.

    Incident Summary:
    On the 30th of May, 2025, a devastating domestic gas explosion occurred at a family residence in Warri, Delta State, resulting in the eventual loss of an entire family of three. The incident happened as the family was preparing for the birthday of their last daughter, who had also recently secured her visa and was scheduled to travel abroad.

    While using a standard LPG gas cylinder for cooking, an additional mini gas cylinder was introduced into the same kitchen to support the cooking process. During the installation of a burner onto the smaller cylinder, the father accidentally triggered a sharp gas leak. The active flame from the larger gas cooker in close proximity ignited the escaping gas, leading to a sudden explosion.

    The mother, who was exiting the bathroom at the moment, was also caught in the blast.

    Casualties:

    Father: Sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead shortly after the incident.

    Mother: Sustained severe burns, was rushed to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), and later passed on during treatment.

    Last Daughter: Suffered critical first-degree burns and was admitted to intensive care at UBTH, where she sadly died on 14th June 2025.

    All three family members later passed on as a result of injuries sustained in the explosion.

    Root Cause Analysis:

    Simultaneous use of multiple LPG gas cylinders within an enclosed kitchen space.

    A gas leak occurred during the installation of the burner on a mini gas cylinder while another flame was active.

    Lack of proper ventilation and absence of gas leak detection equipment.

    No immediate access to fire extinguishing or suppression tools.

    Lessons Learned / Safety Recommendations:

    1. Do not install or operate a gas burner near any active flame. Always turn off existing gas sources before introducing another.

    2. Avoid using multiple gas cylinders in confined or enclosed spaces.

    3. Only install gas appliances in well-ventilated areas, away from ignition sources.

    4. Equip homes with gas leak detectors, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms.

    5. Encourage community-wide training on domestic gas safety and emergency response.

    6. Conduct regular safety checks on gas cylinders, hoses, valves

    This tragic incident, which claimed the lives of a father, mother, and their last daughter, underscores the urgent need for heightened awareness and safety practices in the use of domestic LPG. The simultaneous use and poor handling of gas equipment in confined spaces remains a serious public safety hazard. It is imperative that communities, safety regulators, and households take proactive measures to prevent such avoidable tragedies.

    Issued By:
    Engr. John Perede Akpoyibo

    Safety Advocate & Community Development Leader. *(NOTE :- The above is for our information, carefulness and lessons to learn please).*
    SAFETY INCIDENT REPORT Title: Fatal Gas Explosion Claims Entire Family in Warri, Delta State Location: Warri, Delta State, Nigeria Date of Incident: 30th May 2025 Date Reported: 14th June 2025 Reported by: Engr. John Perede Akpoyibo. Incident Summary: On the 30th of May, 2025, a devastating domestic gas explosion occurred at a family residence in Warri, Delta State, resulting in the eventual loss of an entire family of three. The incident happened as the family was preparing for the birthday of their last daughter, who had also recently secured her visa and was scheduled to travel abroad. While using a standard LPG gas cylinder for cooking, an additional mini gas cylinder was introduced into the same kitchen to support the cooking process. During the installation of a burner onto the smaller cylinder, the father accidentally triggered a sharp gas leak. The active flame from the larger gas cooker in close proximity ignited the escaping gas, leading to a sudden explosion. The mother, who was exiting the bathroom at the moment, was also caught in the blast. Casualties: Father: Sustained fatal injuries and was pronounced dead shortly after the incident. Mother: Sustained severe burns, was rushed to the University of Benin Teaching Hospital (UBTH), and later passed on during treatment. Last Daughter: Suffered critical first-degree burns and was admitted to intensive care at UBTH, where she sadly died on 14th June 2025. All three family members later passed on as a result of injuries sustained in the explosion. Root Cause Analysis: Simultaneous use of multiple LPG gas cylinders within an enclosed kitchen space. A gas leak occurred during the installation of the burner on a mini gas cylinder while another flame was active. Lack of proper ventilation and absence of gas leak detection equipment. No immediate access to fire extinguishing or suppression tools. Lessons Learned / Safety Recommendations: 1. Do not install or operate a gas burner near any active flame. Always turn off existing gas sources before introducing another. 2. Avoid using multiple gas cylinders in confined or enclosed spaces. 3. Only install gas appliances in well-ventilated areas, away from ignition sources. 4. Equip homes with gas leak detectors, fire extinguishers, and smoke alarms. 5. Encourage community-wide training on domestic gas safety and emergency response. 6. Conduct regular safety checks on gas cylinders, hoses, valves This tragic incident, which claimed the lives of a father, mother, and their last daughter, underscores the urgent need for heightened awareness and safety practices in the use of domestic LPG. The simultaneous use and poor handling of gas equipment in confined spaces remains a serious public safety hazard. It is imperative that communities, safety regulators, and households take proactive measures to prevent such avoidable tragedies. Issued By: Engr. John Perede Akpoyibo Safety Advocate & Community Development Leader. *(NOTE :- The above is for our information, carefulness and lessons to learn please).*
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  • 🙋🏻‍♀️ *Top 10 Takeaways from the Must-Read Book:*

    "𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐏𝐒𝐘𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐎𝐆𝐘 𝐎𝐅 𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐄𝐘"
    𝐁𝐲 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐠𝐚𝐧 𝐇𝐨𝐮𝐬𝐞𝐥

    𝟏𝟎 𝐊𝐄𝐘 𝐓𝐀𝐊𝐄𝐀𝐖𝐀𝐘𝐒:

    1️⃣ 0𝟏. 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐈𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐚 𝐍𝐮𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫 - 𝐈𝐭'𝐬 𝐚 𝐅𝐞𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐨𝐟 𝐅𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝𝐨𝐦 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐨𝐥!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Wealth isn’t just about the numbers; it's about freedom, peace of mind 🧘🏻‍♀️, and the ability to control your time . True wealth is often invisible - it’s the income not spent, the luxury not flaunted 💃🏻.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: A middle-class individual 🧔🏻‍♂ who saves consistently and avoids lifestyle inflation can enjoy more flexibility than a high-earning executive living paycheck-to-paycheck .

    2️⃣ 0𝟐. 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐈𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐏𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐮𝐥 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Compounding 😵‍💫 works best over decades. Financial success requires patience and consistency, not just high returns.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Warren Buffett started investing at 10 and kept at it for over 80 years - this time horizon made him one of the richest people in the world .

    3️⃣ 0𝟑. 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 🧗🏻‍♀️ 𝐈𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 - 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐭!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Every financial decision involves risk . What matters is managing that risk thoughtfully , not avoiding it entirely. Emotions like fear can cloud judgment.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: A cautious business that preserved cash during COVID was more likely to survive than one that over-leveraged expecting constant growth .

    4️⃣ 0𝟒. 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Greed makes us chase returns without understanding consequences; fear keeps us from taking reasonable risks. Balancing the two is crucial for long-term wealth.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Many investors bought overvalued stocks out of greed and panic-sold during downturns out of fear - both extremes cost them wealth.

    5️⃣ 0𝟓. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Money can make life easier, but it doesn’t make it fulfilling. Relationships , autonomy, and purpose are stronger predictors of happiness.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Studies show people are happiest when they have meaningful relationships - not necessarily when they reach income milestones.

    6️⃣ 0𝟔. 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐈𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 - 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: What you value today may not be what you value in 10 or 20 years. Plan with room for evolution.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Someone saving aggressively for early retirement might later choose to work longer in a purpose-driven role. Your plan must be adjustable.

    7️⃣ 0𝟕. 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 - 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Success isn’t always about effort or intelligence . It’s often about timing, environment, or chance encounters. Similarly, failures can result from bad luck despite smart planning .

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Bill Gates had early access to a computer at school - an extremely rare opportunity in the 1960s. His peer , equally capable, never got that chance.

    8️⃣ 0𝟖. 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭, 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 - 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Saving should not be a leftover. It must be a deliberate act that comes before expenses. This builds resilience.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: An individual who sets aside savings as an automated deduction builds financial security without relying on willpower each month .

    9️⃣ 0𝟗. 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐈𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 💪🏻!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The discipline 🤹🏻‍♀️ to spend less than you earn unlocks flexibility, reduces stress , and allows wealth to accumulate quietly in the background.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Those with simple lifestyles and strong savings can make life decisions—like career changes—without fear of financial instability.

    𝟏𝟎. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬!

    𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The financial world is constantly changing. Staying curious, reading broadly, and avoiding overconfidence are key to staying relevant and successful.

    𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Investors who adapted to digital trends or environmental shifts in the market had a major advantage over those who clung to outdated strategies.

    𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐃:

    0𝟏. 𝐄𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡:

    Understanding what “enough” means is essential to avoid overreaching and risking what you already have for what you don’t need. Housel borrows from philosophy and Stoicism to introduce the idea that happiness and security come from knowing when to stop chasing more.

    *“Enough is not too little. Enough is realizing that the opposite - an insatiable appetite for more - will push you to the point of regret.”*

    0𝟐. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠:

    Compounding isn't intuitive for most people, which is why they underestimate its power 💪🏻. The real magic of wealth happens over time, not overnight.

    Warren Buffett's net worth was ~$81 billion when he was 65 - having started at 10. That’s the compounding curve in action.

    0𝟑. 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐏𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭, 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭:

    Save defensively for unexpected setbacks, but invest believing in long-term progress .

    Build a margin of safety but also trust that innovation, growth , and recovery are part of the human story.

    0𝟒. 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠:

    Extreme events (positive or negative) have disproportionate impact. In investing, a handful of good decisions or lucky breaks can define a lifetime outcome.

    Bezos built Amazon, but it’s AWS and Prime that became the ‘tail events’ driving its true growth.

    0𝟓. 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐱:

    Wealth flaunted rarely wins respect. *People admire the car, not the driver.* Real status comes from humility and freedom, not luxury branding.

    0𝟔. 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞:

    Everyone has different goals , timelines, and risk tolerance. What works for others might not work for you 🫵🏻. Avoid copying strategies blindly.

    0𝟕. 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫:

    A little 🤏🏻 margin of safety in decisions—be it financial, emotional, or career-related - can make the difference between survival and collapse.

    "𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒔𝒚𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒂 𝒃𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚 - 𝒊𝒕’𝒔 𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒓𝒓𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒔 𝒉𝒐𝒘 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒇𝒔, 𝒉𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒕𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒔𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒘𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝒇𝒂𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒏𝒖𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅.”

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𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 🧗🏻‍♀️ 𝐈𝐬 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞 - 𝐔𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐈𝐭! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Every financial decision involves risk 💹. What matters is managing that risk thoughtfully 😇, not avoiding it entirely. Emotions like fear can cloud judgment. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: A cautious business that preserved cash during COVID 🦠 was more likely to survive than one that over-leveraged expecting constant growth 📈. 4️⃣ 0𝟒. 𝐆𝐫𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐫 😨 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐓𝐰𝐢𝐧 𝐕𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Greed makes us chase returns without understanding consequences; fear keeps us from taking reasonable risks. Balancing ♎ the two is crucial for long-term wealth. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Many investors bought overvalued stocks out of greed and panic-sold during downturns out of fear - both extremes cost them wealth. 5️⃣ 0𝟓. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐈𝐬 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐦𝐞 𝐚𝐬 𝐅𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 💰 𝐒𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Money can make life easier, but it doesn’t make it fulfilling. Relationships 🫂, autonomy, and purpose 🎯 are stronger predictors of happiness. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Studies show people are happiest 😅 when they have meaningful relationships - not necessarily when they reach income milestones. 6️⃣ 0𝟔. 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞 🔮𝐒𝐞𝐥𝐟 𝐈𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐫 - 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐥𝐞𝐱𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: What you value today 🗓️ may not be what you value in 10 or 20 years. Plan with room for evolution. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Someone saving aggressively for early retirement might later choose to work longer in a purpose-driven 🎯 role. Your plan must be adjustable. 7️⃣ 0𝟕. 𝐋𝐮𝐜𝐤 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 𝐎𝐮𝐭𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 - 𝐌𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐓𝐡𝐚𝐧 𝐖𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐞! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Success isn’t always about effort or intelligence 🧠. It’s often about timing, environment, or chance encounters. Similarly, failures can result from bad luck despite smart planning 📝. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Bill Gates had early access to a computer at school 🏫 - an extremely rare opportunity in the 1960s. His peer 🎒, equally capable, never got that chance. 8️⃣ 0𝟖. 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭, 𝐒𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐝 𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐋𝐞𝐟𝐭 - 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐎𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫 𝐖𝐚𝐲 𝐀𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Saving should not be a leftover. It must be a deliberate ⚙️ act that comes before expenses. This builds resilience. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: An individual who sets aside savings as an automated deduction 🏦 builds financial security without relying on willpower each month 🗓️. 9️⃣ 0𝟗. 𝐋𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐁𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐰 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐌𝐞𝐚𝐧𝐬 𝐈𝐬 𝐚 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐨𝐰𝐞𝐫 💪🏻! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The discipline 🤹🏻‍♀️ to spend less than you earn unlocks flexibility, reduces stress 😞, and allows wealth to accumulate quietly in the background. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Those with simple lifestyles and strong savings can make life decisions—like career changes—without fear of financial instability. 🔟 𝟏𝟎. 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐲 𝐂𝐮𝐫𝐢𝐨𝐮𝐬 - 𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 𝐀𝐫𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐠 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬! 💠 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: The financial world is constantly changing. Staying curious, reading 📚 broadly, and avoiding overconfidence are key 🗝️ to staying relevant and successful. ✅ 𝐄𝐱𝐚𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐞: Investors who adapted to digital trends 📈 or environmental shifts in the market had a major advantage over those who clung to outdated strategies. 🔰 𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐂𝐄𝐏𝐓𝐒 𝐀𝐍𝐃 𝐅𝐑𝐀𝐌𝐄𝐖𝐎𝐑𝐊𝐒 𝐄𝐗𝐏𝐋𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐄𝐃: 🔰 0𝟏. 𝐄𝐧𝐨𝐮𝐠𝐡: 🔰 Understanding what “enough” means is essential to avoid overreaching and risking what you already have for what you don’t need. Housel borrows from philosophy and Stoicism to introduce the idea that happiness and security come from knowing when to stop chasing more. *“Enough is not too little. Enough is realizing that the opposite - an insatiable appetite for more - will push you to the point of regret.”* 🔰 0𝟐. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠: 🔰 Compounding isn't intuitive for most people, which is why they underestimate its power 💪🏻. The real magic 🪄 of wealth happens over time, not overnight. Warren Buffett's net worth was ~$81 billion when he was 65 - having started at 10. That’s the compounding curve in action. 🔰 0𝟑. 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚 𝐏𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭, 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐚𝐧 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐬𝐭: 🔰 Save defensively for unexpected setbacks, but invest believing in long-term progress 🛣️. Build a margin of safety 🦺 but also trust that innovation, growth 📈, and recovery are part of the human story. 🔰 0𝟒. 𝐓𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐄𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠: 🔰 Extreme events (positive or negative) have disproportionate impact. In investing, a handful of good decisions or lucky breaks can define a lifetime outcome. Bezos built Amazon, but it’s AWS and Prime that became the ‘tail events’ driving its true growth. 🔰 0𝟓. 𝐌𝐚𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐂𝐚𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐨𝐱: 🔰 Wealth flaunted rarely wins respect. *People admire the car, not the driver.* Real status comes from humility and freedom, not luxury branding. 🔰 0𝟔. 𝐘𝐨𝐮’𝐫𝐞 𝐍𝐨𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐨𝐧𝐞: 🔰 Everyone has different goals 🎯, timelines, and risk tolerance. What works for others might not work for you 🫵🏻. Avoid copying strategies blindly. 🔰 0𝟕. 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐦 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐄𝐫𝐫𝐨𝐫: 🔰 A little 🤏🏻 margin of safety in decisions—be it financial, emotional, or career-related 🎓 - can make the difference between survival and collapse. "𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑷𝒔𝒚𝒄𝒉𝒐𝒍𝒐𝒈𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝑴𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚 𝒊𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒋𝒖𝒔𝒕 𝒂 𝒃𝒐𝒐𝒌 𝒂𝒃𝒐𝒖𝒕 𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒆𝒚 - 𝒊𝒕’𝒔 𝒂 𝒎𝒊𝒓𝒓𝒐𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒔𝒉𝒐𝒘𝒔 𝒉𝒐𝒘 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒃𝒆𝒍𝒊𝒆𝒇𝒔, 𝒉𝒂𝒃𝒊𝒕𝒔, 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒏𝒔𝒆𝒄𝒖𝒓𝒊𝒕𝒊𝒆𝒔 𝒔𝒉𝒂𝒑𝒆 𝒚𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒘𝒆𝒂𝒍𝒕𝒉 𝒇𝒂𝒓 𝒎𝒐𝒓𝒆 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒏𝒖𝒎𝒃𝒆𝒓𝒔 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓 𝒄𝒐𝒖𝒍𝒅.” Thank 🙏🏻 for reading so far, please share with your loved ones! 💁🏻‍♀️ *For more such content, follow us on:* https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Va4cUYi7tkjAQFo0RW00
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  • 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.
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  • 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.
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  • THE DEVIL'S MISTRESS
    PART 17
    The air in Ghost’s apartment still hummed with the fading resonance of celebration, but the joyous chaos had settled into a warm, contented quiet. Paper lanterns cast soft, multicoloured pools of light on the worn floor. The scent of jollof rice and sweet puff-puff mingled with the faint, hopeful fragrance of the lilies. Jessica sat nestled in a worn but comfortable armchair, a hand resting on the magnificent curve of her belly, exhaustion and profound happiness etched on her face. Beside her, perched on the armrest, was Sebastian Scar.
    He hadn’t left her side since the moment he’d stepped through the door. One arm was draped protectively around her shoulders, his large hand resting possessively on her bump, feeling the powerful, reassuring kicks of his son. His other hand held hers, his thumb tracing slow circles on her knuckles. The cold, hardened kingpin was gone. In his place was a man visibly awash with wonder, tenderness, and a fierce, almost overwhelming protectiveness. He couldn't hide his excitement. A genuine smile, rare and radiant, softened the harsh lines of his face as he watched Jessica accept a final glass of water from Chioma.
    "You need to rest, *omoge*," Chioma fussed gently, using the Yoruba term for 'beautiful child'. "All this excitement isn't good for the little warrior."
    Scar nodded immediately, his voice unusually soft. "She's right, my love. You've been through too much today." He leaned down, pressing a lingering kiss to her temple, breathing in her scent – safety, home, *future*. He acted as if she were spun glass, his movements careful, his embrace constant, a physical manifestation of his terror at the thought of her disappearing again. Every time she shifted, his arm tightened infinitesimally; every time she smiled at one of the men, his gaze followed her with possessive adoration. The raw vulnerability he displayed, this public clinging, was as shocking to his men as his earlier rage had been.
    As Chioma began gently clearing plates, William stepped forward, clearing his throat. The relaxed atmosphere shifted slightly, a current of solemnity returning. Kola, Musa, Femi, and the others gathered closer, their expressions turning serious, respectful, but also apprehensive.
    "Boss," William began, his voice steady but heavy with unspoken weight. "First… on behalf of all of us…" He gestured around the room, encompassing the gathered men. "We owe you and Jessica a profound apology. We hid the truth. We kept Jessica from you. We deceived you." He met Scar’s gaze, which had sharpened but held no immediate anger, only a watchful intensity. "It wasn't disloyalty to you, sir. Never that. It was… it was loyalty to *her*." He nodded towards Jessica. "And to your unborn child. We saw what Amanda was doing. We saw the poison she dripped into everything. We knew she’d kill Jessica if we didn’t act, and likely the baby too. We needed time. Time to gather proof solid enough to shatter her lies and keep Jessica safe while we did it. We chose to protect what we knew mattered most to you, even when you couldn't see it. We beg your understanding… and your forgiveness."
    Scar studied William, then slowly scanned the faces of the other men. He saw no defiance, only earnest contrition and the steely resolve that had driven their dangerous gambit. He squeezed Jessica’s hand. "You kept her alive," he stated, his voice low and thick with emotion. "You kept *my son* safe. When I…" He paused, the memory of his own murderous rage towards Jessica a fresh wound. "When I failed to see the truth. That debt outweighs the deception." A collective sigh of relief seemed to ripple through the room. "Now," Scar’s voice hardened, the tender lover replaced by the avenging king. "Tell me everything. Leave nothing out."
    William nodded, pulling out a slim tablet. Kola stepped up beside him. What followed was a meticulous, damning reconstruction of Amanda’s treachery.
    Kola detailed the digital forensics: "The CCTV deletion wasn't just timed during the chaos, Boss. It was executed using *your* encrypted master credentials, accessed from Amanda’s personal tablet within the penthouse. We recovered the login timestamp and device ID. She had a keylogger planted months ago, likely when she 'accidentally' spilled wine on your old tablet and insisted on getting it 'cleaned'."
    Musa spoke next, his voice rough: "The poison, Boss. Aconite. Rare. Traced to a disgraced chemist operating a back-alley lab in Badagry. Amanda visited him twice under a false name in the weeks before… *it* happened. Paid in untraceable crypto. Femi and I tracked him down. He confirmed it was her, described her perfectly, even remembered the red diamond serpent ring she wore. He was… persuaded… to give a recorded testimony." The implication of that 'persuasion' was clear.
    Femi added, "The cook, Mama Nkechi. Amanda got to her. Threatened her grandson who was in trouble with some local thugs. Promised to make the trouble disappear if Mama Nkechi wiped *only Jessica’s* favourite coffee cup with a cloth Amanda provided *after* Jessica made the coffee but *before* she handed it to you. Mama Nkechi thought it was just Amanda being spiteful, trying to make Jessica look careless. She had no idea about the poison. She’s terrified, Boss, but she confessed everything when we showed her the threat to her grandson was orchestrated by one of Amanda’s paid street enforcers."
    William displayed the evidence on the tablet: the digital logs pinpointing Amanda’s device, the chemist’s shaky video testimony, transcripts of Mama Nkechi’s tearful confession, financial trails leading back to Amanda’s shadow accounts. "She framed Jessica perfectly, sir," William concluded, his voice tight with anger. "Used your trust, your systems, and innocent people as tools. She poisoned you to eliminate Jessica and reclaim her place. She nearly killed you to get what she wanted."
    As each piece of evidence slammed home, Scar’s body grew rigid beside Jessica. The tender hand on her belly became a claw, trembling with suppressed fury. The warmth in his eyes vanished, replaced by a glacial, terrifying darkness. The image of himself choking, the white foam, the agony – not caused by some faceless enemy, but by the woman he’d once been bound to, the woman who’d shared his childhood, all to destroy the woman he loved and the child she carried. The betrayal was absolute, monstrous.
    When William finished, the silence was volcanic. Scar slowly rose to his feet. The gentle protector was gone. The Lion of Lagos, wounded and enraged beyond measure, stood in his place. He didn’t speak. He didn’t look at Jessica, though his hand briefly squeezed hers in a silent promise. He turned, his movements lethally precise, and walked towards the apartment door. He paused only to pick up the heavy black pistol Ghost silently handed him, checking the chamber with a cold, mechanical click that echoed in the stillness.
    "Stay with her," Scar commanded Ghost, his voice a low growl that vibrated with pure menace. "Guard them with your life." Then he was gone, striding into the hallway, William, Kola, Musa, and Femi falling into step behind him like shadows of death.
    ***
    The drive back to the villa was a blur of speed and suffocating silence. Scar sat in the back of the armored SUV, staring straight ahead, his jaw clenched so tight a muscle pulsed in his cheek. The evidence replayed in his mind – Amanda’s manipulations, the cook’s fear, the chemist’s greed, the deliberate, calculated attempt to murder him and frame Jessica, to destroy his future. Rage, cold and absolute, consumed him.
    They stormed into the penthouse. Amanda was lounging on the cream sofa, sipping champagne, dressed in a silk negligee as if expecting a different kind of visitor. The sight of Scar, flanked by his grim-faced lieutenants, his expression murderous, made her freeze mid-sip. A flicker of fear crossed her face, quickly masked by defiant arrogance.
    "Sebastian! Darling, what's—" she began, attempting her usual purr.
    "Silence." Scar’s voice cracked like a whip. He stopped a few feet away, the pistol held loosely but pointedly at his side. "You poisoned me." It wasn't a question.
    Amanda’s eyes widened with theatrical innocence. "Poisoned? Sebastian, have you lost your—"
    "Spare me the act," he snarled, taking a step closer. "The chemist in Badagry. Mama Nkechi. The keylogger. The CCTV deletion. Your tablet." He listed the evidence like a death sentence. "You tried to kill me. You framed Jessica. You threatened an old woman’s grandson." His voice dropped to a dangerous whisper. "For *what*? A throne you were never fit to sit on?"
    The mask shattered. Amanda slammed her champagne flute down, shattering it on the glass table. She surged to her feet, her beautiful face contorted with venomous rage. "Fit for? That throne was *mine* by birthright! Our fathers promised it! You were *mine*! Then that gutter rat slithered in with her simpering innocence and stole you! Stole *everything*!" Spittle flew from her lips. "Yes, I poisoned you! I wanted you weak, needing me! I wanted her blamed, destroyed, *gone*! And I would have succeeded if it weren't for these *traitors*!" She spat the word at William and the others.
    Her eyes, wild and hate-filled, locked onto Scar’s. "You think she loves you? That whore? She’s using you! Just like her mother used men to climb out of the slums! That baby? It’s probably Ghost’s, or some other street—"
    The gunshot was deafening in the opulent room.
    Amanda screamed, staggering back, clutching her upper left arm where Scar’s bullet had torn through silk and flesh. Blood bloomed crimson, stark against the pale fabric. She crashed onto the sofa, gasping, her face white with shock and pain, staring at Scar with utter disbelief.
    Scar stood frozen for a split second, the gun smoking in his hand. The raw, blinding fury that had propelled the shot warred with cold control. Killing her now, in cold blood, would be too easy. Too merciful.
    "Get her out of my sight," Scar commanded, his voice icy, his gaze fixed on Amanda’s writhing form with utter contempt. "Take her to the secure clinic. Patch her up. Then lock her in the basement cells. No visitors. No privileges. She lives to face justice. *My* justice." The promise in his voice was more terrifying than the gunshot.
    William and Kola moved swiftly, hauling a shrieking, cursing Amanda to her feet. Musa followed, already speaking into his comms to alert the clinic.
    Scar watched them drag her away, the crimson stain spreading on the cream upholstery. The rage still simmered, but a profound exhaustion, and a desperate need, washed over him. He needed Jessica. He needed his son. He needed to make amends.
    ***
    He didn’t return to Ghost’s apartment. He sent for Jessica and Chioma, bringing them back to the villa in a heavily guarded convoy. He went straight to the wing housing Jessica’s family.
    Jessica’s parents and younger siblings were gathered in their living room, the atmosphere tense with the distant echoes of the gunshot and the sudden flurry of activity. Fear was etched on their faces. When Scar entered, flanked by Ghost (who had stayed glued to Jessica’s side) and William, they flinched.
    Scar stopped in the center of the room. He didn’t sit. He looked at Jessica’s mother, then her father, meeting their fearful gazes directly. He saw the strain of months under house arrest, the worry for Jessica, the humiliation.
    Then, to their utter astonishment, Sebastian Scar, the most feared man in Lagos, the man who held their lives in his hands, bowed his head. Not deeply, but significantly. A gesture of profound respect and contrition.
    "Mr. and Mrs. Adebayo," he began, his voice rough but sincere, devoid of its usual command. "Jessica." He looked at her, standing protectively near her parents, Chioma beside her. "I owe you the deepest, most sincere apologies. Words cannot express the regret, the shame I carry for the suffering you have endured because of my blindness, my failure, and the evil of another."
    He took a breath, the weight of his words heavy in the room. "You were brought here for safety, but it became confinement. You lived under guard, separated from Jessica, fearing for her life, fearing for your own, because I believed a lie. I failed to protect Jessica. I failed to protect *you*. I allowed a viper into our home, and she poisoned everything – my body, my mind, and your peace." He looked directly at Jessica’s parents. "The inconvenience, the fear, the suffering you have had to go through… it is unforgivable. But I beg your understanding, and if possible, in time, your forgiveness."
    He straightened. "The woman responsible, Amanda, has been dealt with. She will never harm any of you again. Jessica is innocent. She has always been innocent." His voice softened as he looked at Jessica, his hand instinctively reaching towards her belly before stopping himself. "And she carries my son. Your grandson."
    He gestured towards William. "Your house arrest is lifted. Effective immediately. These men are no longer your guards, but your protectors. This wing is yours. Come and go as you please. The city is yours. Anything you need, anything you desire, you have only to ask." He met Jessica’s father’s eyes again. "I know trust must be earned again. I will spend the rest of my life earning yours, and Jessica’s, if she allows me."
    The silence that followed was thick with shock, relief, and hesitant hope. Jessica’s mother burst into quiet tears. Her father, a proud man weathered by hardship, looked at Scar with a new, cautious measure of respect. He gave a slow, solemn nod. "We suffered," he acknowledged quietly. "But our daughter is safe. Our grandchild is coming. That is what matters now."
    Scar nodded, the tension in his shoulders easing slightly. He turned to Jessica, his eyes filled with a vulnerable plea. She stepped forward, away from her parents, and walked into his open arms. He held her tightly, burying his face in her hair, the horrors of the day momentarily banished by the solid, living reality of her and the life they’d created. Home wasn't just a place; it was this woman, this child, this fragile, hard-won peace reclaimed from the jaws of treachery. The storm wasn't entirely over, but for now, the Lion was home, guarding his den, his mate, and his future cub.
    TO BE CONTINUED...
    THE DEVIL'S MISTRESS PART 17 The air in Ghost’s apartment still hummed with the fading resonance of celebration, but the joyous chaos had settled into a warm, contented quiet. Paper lanterns cast soft, multicoloured pools of light on the worn floor. The scent of jollof rice and sweet puff-puff mingled with the faint, hopeful fragrance of the lilies. Jessica sat nestled in a worn but comfortable armchair, a hand resting on the magnificent curve of her belly, exhaustion and profound happiness etched on her face. Beside her, perched on the armrest, was Sebastian Scar. He hadn’t left her side since the moment he’d stepped through the door. One arm was draped protectively around her shoulders, his large hand resting possessively on her bump, feeling the powerful, reassuring kicks of his son. His other hand held hers, his thumb tracing slow circles on her knuckles. The cold, hardened kingpin was gone. In his place was a man visibly awash with wonder, tenderness, and a fierce, almost overwhelming protectiveness. He couldn't hide his excitement. A genuine smile, rare and radiant, softened the harsh lines of his face as he watched Jessica accept a final glass of water from Chioma. "You need to rest, *omoge*," Chioma fussed gently, using the Yoruba term for 'beautiful child'. "All this excitement isn't good for the little warrior." Scar nodded immediately, his voice unusually soft. "She's right, my love. You've been through too much today." He leaned down, pressing a lingering kiss to her temple, breathing in her scent – safety, home, *future*. He acted as if she were spun glass, his movements careful, his embrace constant, a physical manifestation of his terror at the thought of her disappearing again. Every time she shifted, his arm tightened infinitesimally; every time she smiled at one of the men, his gaze followed her with possessive adoration. The raw vulnerability he displayed, this public clinging, was as shocking to his men as his earlier rage had been. As Chioma began gently clearing plates, William stepped forward, clearing his throat. The relaxed atmosphere shifted slightly, a current of solemnity returning. Kola, Musa, Femi, and the others gathered closer, their expressions turning serious, respectful, but also apprehensive. "Boss," William began, his voice steady but heavy with unspoken weight. "First… on behalf of all of us…" He gestured around the room, encompassing the gathered men. "We owe you and Jessica a profound apology. We hid the truth. We kept Jessica from you. We deceived you." He met Scar’s gaze, which had sharpened but held no immediate anger, only a watchful intensity. "It wasn't disloyalty to you, sir. Never that. It was… it was loyalty to *her*." He nodded towards Jessica. "And to your unborn child. We saw what Amanda was doing. We saw the poison she dripped into everything. We knew she’d kill Jessica if we didn’t act, and likely the baby too. We needed time. Time to gather proof solid enough to shatter her lies and keep Jessica safe while we did it. We chose to protect what we knew mattered most to you, even when you couldn't see it. We beg your understanding… and your forgiveness." Scar studied William, then slowly scanned the faces of the other men. He saw no defiance, only earnest contrition and the steely resolve that had driven their dangerous gambit. He squeezed Jessica’s hand. "You kept her alive," he stated, his voice low and thick with emotion. "You kept *my son* safe. When I…" He paused, the memory of his own murderous rage towards Jessica a fresh wound. "When I failed to see the truth. That debt outweighs the deception." A collective sigh of relief seemed to ripple through the room. "Now," Scar’s voice hardened, the tender lover replaced by the avenging king. "Tell me everything. Leave nothing out." William nodded, pulling out a slim tablet. Kola stepped up beside him. What followed was a meticulous, damning reconstruction of Amanda’s treachery. Kola detailed the digital forensics: "The CCTV deletion wasn't just timed during the chaos, Boss. It was executed using *your* encrypted master credentials, accessed from Amanda’s personal tablet within the penthouse. We recovered the login timestamp and device ID. She had a keylogger planted months ago, likely when she 'accidentally' spilled wine on your old tablet and insisted on getting it 'cleaned'." Musa spoke next, his voice rough: "The poison, Boss. Aconite. Rare. Traced to a disgraced chemist operating a back-alley lab in Badagry. Amanda visited him twice under a false name in the weeks before… *it* happened. Paid in untraceable crypto. Femi and I tracked him down. He confirmed it was her, described her perfectly, even remembered the red diamond serpent ring she wore. He was… persuaded… to give a recorded testimony." The implication of that 'persuasion' was clear. Femi added, "The cook, Mama Nkechi. Amanda got to her. Threatened her grandson who was in trouble with some local thugs. Promised to make the trouble disappear if Mama Nkechi wiped *only Jessica’s* favourite coffee cup with a cloth Amanda provided *after* Jessica made the coffee but *before* she handed it to you. Mama Nkechi thought it was just Amanda being spiteful, trying to make Jessica look careless. She had no idea about the poison. She’s terrified, Boss, but she confessed everything when we showed her the threat to her grandson was orchestrated by one of Amanda’s paid street enforcers." William displayed the evidence on the tablet: the digital logs pinpointing Amanda’s device, the chemist’s shaky video testimony, transcripts of Mama Nkechi’s tearful confession, financial trails leading back to Amanda’s shadow accounts. "She framed Jessica perfectly, sir," William concluded, his voice tight with anger. "Used your trust, your systems, and innocent people as tools. She poisoned you to eliminate Jessica and reclaim her place. She nearly killed you to get what she wanted." As each piece of evidence slammed home, Scar’s body grew rigid beside Jessica. The tender hand on her belly became a claw, trembling with suppressed fury. The warmth in his eyes vanished, replaced by a glacial, terrifying darkness. The image of himself choking, the white foam, the agony – not caused by some faceless enemy, but by the woman he’d once been bound to, the woman who’d shared his childhood, all to destroy the woman he loved and the child she carried. The betrayal was absolute, monstrous. When William finished, the silence was volcanic. Scar slowly rose to his feet. The gentle protector was gone. The Lion of Lagos, wounded and enraged beyond measure, stood in his place. He didn’t speak. He didn’t look at Jessica, though his hand briefly squeezed hers in a silent promise. He turned, his movements lethally precise, and walked towards the apartment door. He paused only to pick up the heavy black pistol Ghost silently handed him, checking the chamber with a cold, mechanical click that echoed in the stillness. "Stay with her," Scar commanded Ghost, his voice a low growl that vibrated with pure menace. "Guard them with your life." Then he was gone, striding into the hallway, William, Kola, Musa, and Femi falling into step behind him like shadows of death. *** The drive back to the villa was a blur of speed and suffocating silence. Scar sat in the back of the armored SUV, staring straight ahead, his jaw clenched so tight a muscle pulsed in his cheek. The evidence replayed in his mind – Amanda’s manipulations, the cook’s fear, the chemist’s greed, the deliberate, calculated attempt to murder him and frame Jessica, to destroy his future. Rage, cold and absolute, consumed him. They stormed into the penthouse. Amanda was lounging on the cream sofa, sipping champagne, dressed in a silk negligee as if expecting a different kind of visitor. The sight of Scar, flanked by his grim-faced lieutenants, his expression murderous, made her freeze mid-sip. A flicker of fear crossed her face, quickly masked by defiant arrogance. "Sebastian! Darling, what's—" she began, attempting her usual purr. "Silence." Scar’s voice cracked like a whip. He stopped a few feet away, the pistol held loosely but pointedly at his side. "You poisoned me." It wasn't a question. Amanda’s eyes widened with theatrical innocence. "Poisoned? Sebastian, have you lost your—" "Spare me the act," he snarled, taking a step closer. "The chemist in Badagry. Mama Nkechi. The keylogger. The CCTV deletion. Your tablet." He listed the evidence like a death sentence. "You tried to kill me. You framed Jessica. You threatened an old woman’s grandson." His voice dropped to a dangerous whisper. "For *what*? A throne you were never fit to sit on?" The mask shattered. Amanda slammed her champagne flute down, shattering it on the glass table. She surged to her feet, her beautiful face contorted with venomous rage. "Fit for? That throne was *mine* by birthright! Our fathers promised it! You were *mine*! Then that gutter rat slithered in with her simpering innocence and stole you! Stole *everything*!" Spittle flew from her lips. "Yes, I poisoned you! I wanted you weak, needing me! I wanted her blamed, destroyed, *gone*! And I would have succeeded if it weren't for these *traitors*!" She spat the word at William and the others. Her eyes, wild and hate-filled, locked onto Scar’s. "You think she loves you? That whore? She’s using you! Just like her mother used men to climb out of the slums! That baby? It’s probably Ghost’s, or some other street—" The gunshot was deafening in the opulent room. Amanda screamed, staggering back, clutching her upper left arm where Scar’s bullet had torn through silk and flesh. Blood bloomed crimson, stark against the pale fabric. She crashed onto the sofa, gasping, her face white with shock and pain, staring at Scar with utter disbelief. Scar stood frozen for a split second, the gun smoking in his hand. The raw, blinding fury that had propelled the shot warred with cold control. Killing her now, in cold blood, would be too easy. Too merciful. "Get her out of my sight," Scar commanded, his voice icy, his gaze fixed on Amanda’s writhing form with utter contempt. "Take her to the secure clinic. Patch her up. Then lock her in the basement cells. No visitors. No privileges. She lives to face justice. *My* justice." The promise in his voice was more terrifying than the gunshot. William and Kola moved swiftly, hauling a shrieking, cursing Amanda to her feet. Musa followed, already speaking into his comms to alert the clinic. Scar watched them drag her away, the crimson stain spreading on the cream upholstery. The rage still simmered, but a profound exhaustion, and a desperate need, washed over him. He needed Jessica. He needed his son. He needed to make amends. *** He didn’t return to Ghost’s apartment. He sent for Jessica and Chioma, bringing them back to the villa in a heavily guarded convoy. He went straight to the wing housing Jessica’s family. Jessica’s parents and younger siblings were gathered in their living room, the atmosphere tense with the distant echoes of the gunshot and the sudden flurry of activity. Fear was etched on their faces. When Scar entered, flanked by Ghost (who had stayed glued to Jessica’s side) and William, they flinched. Scar stopped in the center of the room. He didn’t sit. He looked at Jessica’s mother, then her father, meeting their fearful gazes directly. He saw the strain of months under house arrest, the worry for Jessica, the humiliation. Then, to their utter astonishment, Sebastian Scar, the most feared man in Lagos, the man who held their lives in his hands, bowed his head. Not deeply, but significantly. A gesture of profound respect and contrition. "Mr. and Mrs. Adebayo," he began, his voice rough but sincere, devoid of its usual command. "Jessica." He looked at her, standing protectively near her parents, Chioma beside her. "I owe you the deepest, most sincere apologies. Words cannot express the regret, the shame I carry for the suffering you have endured because of my blindness, my failure, and the evil of another." He took a breath, the weight of his words heavy in the room. "You were brought here for safety, but it became confinement. You lived under guard, separated from Jessica, fearing for her life, fearing for your own, because I believed a lie. I failed to protect Jessica. I failed to protect *you*. I allowed a viper into our home, and she poisoned everything – my body, my mind, and your peace." He looked directly at Jessica’s parents. "The inconvenience, the fear, the suffering you have had to go through… it is unforgivable. But I beg your understanding, and if possible, in time, your forgiveness." He straightened. "The woman responsible, Amanda, has been dealt with. She will never harm any of you again. Jessica is innocent. She has always been innocent." His voice softened as he looked at Jessica, his hand instinctively reaching towards her belly before stopping himself. "And she carries my son. Your grandson." He gestured towards William. "Your house arrest is lifted. Effective immediately. These men are no longer your guards, but your protectors. This wing is yours. Come and go as you please. The city is yours. Anything you need, anything you desire, you have only to ask." He met Jessica’s father’s eyes again. "I know trust must be earned again. I will spend the rest of my life earning yours, and Jessica’s, if she allows me." The silence that followed was thick with shock, relief, and hesitant hope. Jessica’s mother burst into quiet tears. Her father, a proud man weathered by hardship, looked at Scar with a new, cautious measure of respect. He gave a slow, solemn nod. "We suffered," he acknowledged quietly. "But our daughter is safe. Our grandchild is coming. That is what matters now." Scar nodded, the tension in his shoulders easing slightly. He turned to Jessica, his eyes filled with a vulnerable plea. She stepped forward, away from her parents, and walked into his open arms. He held her tightly, burying his face in her hair, the horrors of the day momentarily banished by the solid, living reality of her and the life they’d created. Home wasn't just a place; it was this woman, this child, this fragile, hard-won peace reclaimed from the jaws of treachery. The storm wasn't entirely over, but for now, the Lion was home, guarding his den, his mate, and his future cub. TO BE CONTINUED...
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