The Trials of Mbeku By Greatman Onwukwe: Sir GMAN Scene 1: The Feast in the Sky Mbeku, the cunning tortoise, overheard the birds discussing a grand feast to be held in the sky. Eager to partake, he approached the birds with a proposal. "I am but a humble tortoise," he began, "and I have heard of your feast in the sky." "I beg of you, allow me to join you." The birds, amused by his request, agreed, and Mbeku joined them on their journey to the heavens. Scene 2: The Deception Upon reaching the celestial realm, the birds were greeted with a bountiful spread of food. Mbeku, seizing the opportunity, addressed the assembly. "I come from a distant land, and in my tongue, 'Mbeku' means 'All of you.'" "Therefore, this feast is meant for all of you." The birds, taken aback by his audacity, protested, but Mbeku insisted, and consumed the entire feast, leaving nothing for the others. Scene 3: The Fall Angered by Mbeku's greed, the birds decided to teach him a lesson. They retrieved their feathers, leaving Mbeku grounded. In his attempt to return to earth, Mbeku fell, and his shell became cracked upon landing. Scene 4: The Return Mbeku returned to his village, but his kin, seeing his broken shell, mocked him. "Mbeku," they laughed, "you went to the sky as a king, but returned as a beggar." Scene 5: The Lesson Mbeku's tale serves as a cautionary story about the consequences of greed and deceit. It is a reminder that one's actions, especially those driven by selfish desires, can lead to downfall and ridicule. Scene 6: The Village's Reflection The elders of the village gathered the community to reflect on Mbeku's story. They emphasized the importance of humility and warned against the pitfalls of arrogance and dishonesty. Scene 7: The Rebuilding Inspired by the lessons learned, the villagers worked together to rebuild their community. They organized feasts that celebrated unity and shared resources, ensuring that no one went hungry. Scene 8: The Legacy The story of Mbeku became a cherished tale, passed down through generations. It served as a moral compass, guiding the actions of the villagers and reinforcing the values of honesty, humility, and community. Scene 9: The Song To commemorate the lesson, a song was composed, celebrating the virtues of integrity and the strength found in unity. The song became a staple at community gatherings, reinforcing the moral of Mbeku's tale. Scene 10: The Continuation As time passed, the village prospered. The lessons from Mbeku's story continued to influence the community's culture, fostering an environment where greed was shunned, and cooperation thrived. Scene 11: The Elders' Council The elders established a council to oversee the moral upbringing of the youth. They organized storytelling sessions, where tales like that of Mbeku were narrated, ensuring that the wisdom of the past guided the future. Scene 12: The Reflection On quiet evenings, the villagers would gather by the riverbank, reflecting on their journey. They would recount the trials of Mbeku, reinforcing the community's commitment to the values of honesty, humility, and unity. Scene 13: The Farewell As the episode concluded, the narrator left the villagers in a state of contemplation, pondering the timeless lessons embedded in the story of Mbeku. The tale served as a mirror, reflecting the virtues and vices within themselves, encouraging continuous growth and communal harmony. #greatmanonwukwe #sirgman #TheTrialOfMbeku #AfricanWisdom #storytelling #greediness #lessonslearnedinlife

PLEASE TAKE CARE OF HEALTH BECAUSE HEALTH IS WEALTH........ TO ALL ELDERS IN THE HOUSE, KINDLY FOLLOW ME UP. IT IS VERY NECESSARY TO FOLLOW THIS INSTRUCTION STEP BY STEP. HEALTH HINTS FOR MY ELDERS FROM AGES 45 TO 100 YEARS ****************** However busy you are, observe all these to remain healthy: :::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::::: Drink less milk in your tea. Instead, add lemon or lime juice. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the day time, drink more water; but night time, drink less. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the day don't drink more than 2 cups of coffee, Advisable To Stop Completely too. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Eat less oily foods. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Best sleeping times are between 10pm to 6am. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ In the evening, eat little or nothing after 5 or 6pm. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Don't take medicines with cold water but with warm, and take your medicines half an hour before going to bed. Never take medicines and lie down immediately. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ As you aged further , stop drinking chilled water but drink only water at room temperature ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Try to sleep for at least 8 hours per day. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Having a nap for an hour and a half between noon and 3pm, to relieve stress and keep younger and not age easily. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Once your mobile phone battery is left with only one bar, don't make calls anymore, because the dangerous radiation and waves are one many times higher than a fully charged battery. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Use your left ear to answer calls, right ear will directly hurt your brain. 😳 Better still to use earphones to answer calls. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Two things to check as often as you can: (1) Your blood pressure (2) Your blood sugar. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Six things to reduce to the minimum on your foods: (1) Salt (2) Sugar (3) Preserved meat and foods (4) Red meat especially roasted (5) Dairy products (6) Starchy products ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Four things to increase in your foods: (1) Greens/vegetables (2) Beans (3) Fruits (4) Nuts ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Three things you need to forget: (1) Your age 😮 (2) Your past 🤔 (3) Your worries/grievances 👍🏽 ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Four things you must have, no matter how weak or how strong you are: (1) Friends who truly love you (2) Caring family (3) Positive thoughts (4) A warm home. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Seven things you need to do to stay healthy: (1) Singing (2) Dancing (3) Fasting (4) Smiling/laughing  (5) Trek/exercise (6) Have sex often with your love (7) Reduce your weight. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Six things you don't have to do: (1) Don't wait till you are hungry to eat (2) Don't wait till you are thirsty to drink (3) Don't wait till you are sleepy to sleep (4) Don't wait till you feel tired to rest (5) Don't wait till you get sick to go for medical check-ups otherwise you will only regret later in life (6) Don’t wait till you have problem before you pray to your God. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ One thing you must do after reading these health tips: (1) Forward this to your loved ones and friends, and as you do so,  may God bless U. ================= While go about your normal business please let's remember to always check our body to know  how fit you are. Health is wealth. MEDICAL FITNES            HIGH BP           ---------- 120/80 --  Normal 130/85 --Normal  (Control) 140/90 --  High 150/95 --  V.High ----------------------------            PULSE           -------- 72  per minute (standard) 60 --- 80 p.m. (Normal) 40 -- 180  p.m.(abnormal) ----------------------------           TEMPERATURE           ----------------- 98.4 F    (Normal) 99.0 F Above  (Fever) Please help your Relatives, Friends by sharing this information.... Heart Attacks- - - Drinking Warm Water: This is a very good article. Not only about the warm water after your meal, but about Heart Attack's . The Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals, not cold water, maybe it is time we adopt their drinking habit while eating. For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you. It is very Harmful to have Cold Drink/Water during a meal. Because, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion. Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine. Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer . It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal. French fries and Burgers are the biggest enemy of heart health. A coke after that gives more power to this demon. Avoid them for your Heart's & Health. Drink one glass of warm water just when you are about to go to bed to avoid clotting of the blood at night to avoid heart attacks or strokes. A cardiologist says if everyone who reads this message sends it to 10 people, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life. ... So, please be a true friend and send this article to people you care about. Must read 👆👌 Cheers And Enjoy life Know your genotype before you say yes to that handsome guy or to that beautiful lady whom you wish to spend the rest of your life with... 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*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE* DATE: FRIDAY 9TH MAY 2025 THEME: *ABSOLUTE TRUST IN GOD* MEMORIZE Psalms 62:11 God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God. READ Psalms 62:1-2, 5-9, 11 Truly my soul waiteth upon God: from him cometh my salvation. He only is my rock and my salvation; he is my defence; I shall not be greatly moved. My soul, wait, thou only upon God; for my expectation is from him. He only is my rock, and my salvation: he is my defence; I shall not be moved. In God is my salvation and my glory: the rock of my strength and my refuge is in God. Trust in him at all times; ye people, pour out your heart before him: God is a refuge for us. Selah. Surely men of low degree are vanity, and men of high degree are a lie: to be laid in the balance, they are altogether lighter than vanity. God hath spoken once; twice have I heard this; that power belongeth unto God. THOUGHT FOR THE DAY *Trust in God is absolute when we are bankrupt of options.* MESSAGE The Psalmist, in today's text, expressed his unreserved trust and confidence in God alone, because he understood the danger of trusting in mortal men irrespective of their status or placement in life. Humans are so frail, fickle and unsure. The best of men are still men, subject to the limitations of flesh and blood. Only God is truly reliable, absolute and consistent with His word. It is easy to say I trust in God only when you do not have anyone in your life. However, the Psalmist in today's text, being a king had all kinds of people around him, but his experiences about men generally was probably not a palatable one. He reiterated that his hope was in God alone. There are three dimensions to the issue of trust. 1. There is "no need for trust" in God when there is an assurance of options. 2. "Low trust" in God when there are options but unsure of their reliability. 3. Absolute trust when you do not have any option. Usually, trust in God is absolute when you realise that you do not have anyone to look up to for help. Let me ask you: Do you have options of where or whom to run to apart from the Lord? Or is your trust absolutely on God alone? The Bible tells us that the eyes of the Lord run to and fro the earth looking for those who are absolutely trusting in His help to show Himself mighty on their behalf. (2Chr 16:9) It is possible to have all kinds of people in your life, as in the case with the Psalmist in today's text, but he chose to repose his complete trust in God because in his honest opinion of men he saw that they were altogether lighter than vanity. *Beloved, it is capital wisdom to trust in God, who is most reliable instead of fickle men who are given to change.* ACTION STEPS 1. Prayerfully meditate on today's devotional guide. 2. Allow the Lord to introduce men to you. 3. Ask the Lord to help you align yourself with His mercies and grace for timely help always. REMEMBER *Trust in God is absolute when we are bankrupt of options.* PRAYERS Dear heavenly Father, Thank you for today's devotional guide. Help me to align myself perfectly for your help, always in Jesus' name. Amen AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID DAILY READING: Habakkuk 3, Acts 14-16; Hebrews 11-12; Jude 1. HYMN What a Friend we have in Jesus, All our sins and griefs to bear ! What a privilege to carry Everything to God in prayer ! Oh, what peace we often forfeit, Oh, what needless pain we bear------ All because we do not carry Everything to God in prayer ! 2 Have we trials and temptations ? Is there trouble anywhere ? We should never be discouraged ; Take it to the Lord in prayer. Can we find a Friend so faithful, Who will all our sorrows share? Jesus knows our every weakness----- Take it to the Lord in prayer ! 3 Are we weak and heavy-laden, Cumbered with a load of care ? Precious Saviour, still our refuge----- Take it to the Lord in prayer. Do thy friends despise, forsake thee ? Take it to the Lord in prayer ; In His arms He'll take and shield thee. Thou wilt find a solace there, PLEASE SHARE

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HABITS THAT SHOW IMPROPER UPBRINGING OF seeCHILDREN Dear Parents Please, carefully look at the list below and identify where you may want to make amends on yourself or on the young ones you are bringing up. Children, if not properly groomed may never get to the top in life, even if both parents are at the top of their careers. Manners take you to where your education can't irrespective of your status, wealth or your reach or influence: 1) Going to your child's school indecently dressed. (Think again). 2) Speaking rashly to your child's teacher. 3) Cursing, using foul language or swearing words in front of your children. 4) Using makeup on children. 5) Dressing your little children up indecently (they loose their sense of Princesshood). 6) Putting earrings on your son's ears. 7) Your child holds the cup or glassware by the brim and you don't correct. 8) Your children don't greet and you just feel they will come around one day because they have a mood swing. (You will be blamed for it). 9) Your children eat with their mouth opened and you feel they will grow up some day. 10) Your children bringing home something you did not buy for them and you say nothing. (that is the beginning of stealing). 11) The Children talk back at you and you conclude it's okay since you are a 21st century Parent. (You will hate yourself if they do that outside and they are disciplined). 12) The Children interrupt when you are speaking with another adult and you think they are bold and clever. (Its really bad manners). 13) The Children exercising authority over the Nanny and domestic staff and you let them be. (that is bad parenting). 14) The Children saying things like "my driver is on his way..." I do not advocate that children should call your domestic staff Uncle, Aunty or Brother, calling them by Name when they are not young people is not proper either. The use of Miss, Mr or Mrs will look good on them. 15) Your children don't say a 'thank you' when they have been helped or served something and you are cool with that. (Bad parenting). 16) When your Children cannot stand children who are less privileged. 18) When the Children pick their noses with their hands. 19) When the Children don't wash their hands after visiting the washroom or after returning from school or outside visits. 20) When your Children take something from the fridge without seeking permission. (Bad parenting). 21) When your Children don't knock on closed doors and wait for a response before opening the door. 22) When your Children don't collect from your hands items you brought in as you walk into your home. 23) When your Children request for a bribe to carry out their home chores or extra tasks. (That is disgraceful). 24) When your Children act like their Grandparents irritate them. (It's a Transferable Curse). 25) When your Children have not learnt to get up from the Chair for the Elderly or Visitors to sit. 26) When your Child tells lot of Lies. (You will both cry in the future). 27) When your Children ask "who is that?" at a knock on the door instead of "please, may I know who is there." 28) When your Child is always seated by your Visitors when being served Drinks or Food. 29) When your Children still point their fingers at other people, when talking to or speaking about them. 30) When your Children play and jump around when Prayers are going on. (These can apply to Children from Ages 4 and Above). 31) When a child wakes up in the morning, just staring at his/her Parents and Elders without greeting. (It is a bad habit and does not show good upbringing). • Don't be a 21st Century Parents who can't correct their Children. • Train your Children in the way of the Lord so that when they grow up they will not depart from such Godly Training or Upbringing. IT IS BETTER TO LET YOUR CHILDREN CRY AT AN EARLY AGE WHEN YOU CORRECT THEM; IF NOT, YOU WILL BOTH CRY AT NIGHT WHEN THEY BRING DISGRACE TO THE FAMILY! God Bless You

I must read 💚❤️ A man only corrects the woman he loves. Here’s a truth many won’t admit: Men only correct the women they love. If you’re sitting back, watching a woman spiral into chaos without stepping in, you don’t love her—you’re just there for convenience. Real love isn’t about passive acceptance. It’s about stepping up, holding her accountable, and guiding her toward becoming her best self. If you’re not doing that, it’s because you either don’t care about her future or you’re too afraid to face the backlash. A man with no long-term plans for a woman will let her “do anyhow.” He’ll sit quietly while she dresses half-naked, drinks recklessly, smokes, or acts wild because he’s not invested in her future—he’s just there for the short-term thrill. He doesn’t see her as a partner; he sees her as a temporary distraction. The sad part? Many women prefer this. They mistake his silence for love, thinking his lack of guidance is acceptance. But here’s the harsh reality: a man who doesn’t correct you doesn’t respect you. Contrast this with a man who truly loves a woman. He won’t sit back and let her ruin herself. He’ll confront her, even if the truth stings. If she’s engaging in destructive habits or presenting herself in ways that diminish her value, he’ll speak up—not because he’s controlling her, but because he cares. Real love involves discipline and correction. He sees her potential and wants to build something meaningful. But here’s where things fall apart: many women can’t handle being corrected. They’d rather drown in their emotions, run to their friends for validation, and hear comforting lies like, “You deserve better.” They confuse guidance with control, rejecting the very men who care enough to hold them accountable. And instead, they cling to men who let them do whatever they want—men who couldn’t care less about their future. Men, stop enabling chaos. If a woman rejects correction, walk away. She’s not ready for accountability, and without accountability, there’s no foundation for a real relationship. A woman worth your time will respect your guidance and value your leadership. She’ll understand that correction isn’t criticism—it’s love in action. And women, hear this: a man who corrects you isn’t your enemy—he’s your ally. A silent man doesn’t care about you. The one who speaks up is the one investing in your future. Stop confusing discipline with disrespect. Real men don’t tear you down; they build you up by demanding better. The bottom line? Love isn’t about letting someone “do whatever they want.” It’s about setting standards, holding each other accountable, and building a future together. Men, if you’re not willing to correct the woman you’re with, you don’t love her. And women, if you can’t handle correction, you don’t love or respect him either. Stay strong, stay sharp, and demand accountability in every relationship. A woman worth keeping will value your guidance. Anything less is a waste of your time.✅✅✅

How to Make Ofe Oha – A Rich Traditional Igbo Soup😋🔥 Oha soup is a special Igbo delicacy made with freshly plucked Oha leaves. Ingredients: Oha leaves Cocoyam (as thickener) Palm oil Meat, stockfish, and ponmo Ogiri Igbo (local seasoning) Seasoning cubes and salt Steps:🔥 1. Boil cocoyam and blend to a smooth paste. 2. Cook your meat with stockfish until soft. 3. Add palm oil, then the cocoyam paste to thicken. 4. Stir in Ogiri and allow to cook. 5. Add Oha leaves last and simmer for 5 minutes. Serve with fufu or pounded yam. It’s food that touches the soul.😋🔥❣️

How to Make Ofada Sauce (Ayamase) Like a Pro – Yoruba Style😋 Ofada sauce, also called Ayamase, is a Yoruba delicacy known for its rich flavor and spicy aroma. Ingredients: Green bell peppers Scotch bonnet (ata rodo) Locust beans (iru) Palm oil Assorted meats (shaki, ponmo, liver) Seasoning and salt Steps: 1. Blend green peppers and scotch bonnet coarsely. 2. Bleach palm oil in a pot (do this carefully until it's light). 3. Add locust beans and fry till fragrant. 4. Pour in the blended mixture and fry until oil rises. 5. Add boiled meats, season to taste, and allow to simmer. Serve hot with Ofada rice and enjoy the aroma of culture.

He’s 95 Today & Only a Stone-Hearted Person Will Past Without Celebrating Him🚨 Olu Jacobs is not just a veteran — he’s a living monument of Nollywood. A voice that shaped generations, a presence that lit up our screens with wisdom and grace. He turned 95 and we will celebrate him while still alive, not when he's gone, RIP will full everywhere meanwhile you didn't celebrate him when he was alive😏 Those who celebrate old age will be blessed with old age. Honor them now. Happy Birthday Sir Olu Jacob❤️ #OluJacobs #HappyBirthdayLegend #Viral #NollywoodVeteran #GiveThemTheirFlowers #CelebrateTheLiving #IconsDeserveLove #Fyp

This happened in Ogbor Hill, Aba — Monday Morning, May 5, 2025 Man Electrocuted on High Tension Wire While Allegedly Attempting to Vandalize Electricity Installation This disturbing footage shows the tragic moment a man was electrocuted after climbing a high-tension electricity pole. We just received information that the incident happened at the Wilcox Relief transformer in Ogbor Hill, Aba. The man was allegedly trying to steal system-attached components when power supply was suddenly restored — and boom — it ended in tragedy. It’s often said: "Every day is for the thief, but one day is for the owner of the house." Let this serve as a gr@ve warning — vandalizing public infrastructure is not only criminal but also deadly. Viewer discretion is advised. Credit: EnyimbaTV https://www.facebook.com/share/1Lguoi7hy6/

Meet Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme, the Federal High Court Judge Who Sentenced Late Osinachi’s Husband, Peter Nwachukwu, to Death by Hanging She is the daughter of former Rivers State Governor, Dr. Peter Odili, and retired Supreme Court Justice Mary Odili. She is married to Uzoma Nwosu-Iheme, the son of Court of Appeal Justice Chioma Nwosu-Iheme. As of 2025, she has served four years as a High Court judge. Justice Nwosu-Iheme found Mr. Peter Nwachukwu guilty of culpable homicide leading to the death of his wife, Osinachi Nwachukwu, which occurred on April 8, 2022 Justice Njideka Nwosu-Iheme was born and raised in Rivers State, South-South Nigeria, where she had her early education. Her appointment as a Federal High Court judge was not without controversy, as critics alleged that nepotism influenced her selection, citing her powerful family background and marriage into another judicial family. However, the National Judicial Council (NJC) defended the appointments, affirming that all selected candidates, including Justice Nwosu-Iheme, met the necessary qualifications despite public backlash. Apparently, Justice Nwosu-Iheme has stepped into her mother’s (Mary Odili’s) shoes in the Nigerian judiciary echelon, following her mother’s retirement in May 2022. Her ruling on the death of the late gospel singer, Osinachi Nwachukwu, remains the most popular and widely discussed case of her career as a judge so far. Credit-