*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 27/06/2025*

New tax laws to open up economy, says Tinubu

Tinubu reunites Wike, Fubara, Rivers lawmakers

By-elections hold across 12 states Aug 16, says INEC

Why FG is running three budgets simultaneously – Budget Office

Makinde renames Ibadan poly after ex-governor Olunloyo

Finalists storm Lagos for 2025 Federation Cup finals

Lagos urges patronage of free maternal, health services

Awoniyi extends contract with Nottingham

Iran says war with Israel caused ‘serious’ damage to nuclear sites

Nigeria, Egypt lead $95bn remittance inflow to Africa

Nigeria loses $1.1bn annually to medical tourism – Afreximbank

Nigeria exports 82% of crude as local refineries starve

Police rescue 46 trafficked victims from Ghana to Nigeria


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*DID YOU KNOW?*

* It took the creator of the Rubik’s Cube, Erno Rubik, one month to solve the cube after creating it; as of June 2018, the world record is 4.22 seconds.

* A study from Harvard University finds that having no friends can be just as deadly as smoking. Both affect levels of a blood clotting protein.
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Tinubu: Bus terminals will curtail ‘one-chance,’ ease traffic woes in FCT

Tinubu to civil servants: Drop passive bureaucracy, embrace digital system

Tinubu orders personnel audit in civil service

President declines assent to NDLEA Amendment Bill

Climate, trade top agenda as Shettima arrives in Ethiopia

Insecurity: Senate urges Fed Govt to seek foreign help, upgrade military kits

Senate fumes as NNPCL shuns N210tn audit probe

Senate clears chairmen, directors for SWDC, SSDC, NCDC

Senate honours Adebayo, Aminu with one-minute silence

LP loses Enugu Rep to APC

Alleged age falsification: NJC recommends 10 Imo Judges for sack

Court declines EFCC’s plea to cross-examine witness in Bello’s trial

Gospel artiste to die by hanging for killing Nasarawa corper

Jubilation as EFCC releases ex-Plateau dep speaker, 14 others

Attacks: CDS orders immediate arrest of possessors of illegal arms in Benue

Benue secured, IDPs to return soon – CDS

Army flags fly half-mast to honour 17 slain soldiers

IG probes officer’s N2m retirement pay claim in viral video

Ojulari gets 10 days to answer Senate panel’s query

Nigerians earning below N250,000 monthly exempted from tax — Oyedele

Ministers, others to speak at NOG energy conference

Federal revenue agencies face shake-up as Tinubu signs tax bills

6,000 UNILAG students applied for loan scheme, says NELFUND

FG unveils flood insurance plan to protect citizens, businesses

INEC resumes voter registration in Anambra July 17, nationwide Aug. 18

FG provides healthcare access to 2700 vulnerable Bauchi, Jigawa patients

Our rehab clients now excelling in academics – NDLEA

CREDICORP empowers 100 Rivers women with tricycles, others

NGX Chairman asks Dangote to list refinery

Nigeria’s exports to African countries crash by N631.5bn

FCT workers mobilise for protest over poor welfare

Wike denies 2,082-hectare land allocation to son

Tinubu conference centre booked till 2027 despite criticism – Wike

Outrage as NULGE rejects Osun allocation transfer to APC chairmen

Afenifere pressures Tinubu on state police bill

African leaders lack basic economics knowledge, Obasanjo laments

Pepsodent targets 2.7m pupils in oral health campaign

Stanbic IBTC expands equity base with 2.94bn shares

FirstBank’s academy gets global recognition

Coscharis, Geely Motors unveil N1bn after-sales workshop

ASCON advocates mindset shift in public service

Niger Deltans hail Aiyedatiwa over Ajanaku’s nomination

2027: Gov Radda dismisses rumour of VP ambition

VP slot: APC N’East youth groups clamour for Dogara

PDP BoT opposes Anyanwu’s return as national secretary

Katsina gov orders census of Almajiri, Islamiyya schools

Oborevwori to inaugurate Tantita built NUJ Secretariat in Warri

Gridlock: Sanwo-Olu advises residents on remote work arrangement

Outrage over Okpebholo’s planned return of schools to Catholic Mission

Aliyu bridges Sokoto housing deficit with N22bn estate

Rivers crisis: Fubara, Amaewhule other lawmakers meet

Obas must accept traditional burials, says Ogun judge

Islamic new year: Jigawa declares Friday public holiday

Niger laments children’s presence in mining sites

20 Kano LGAs attain ‘Open Defecation-Free’ status

UNICEF hails Bauchi husbands for supporting immunisation campaigns

Ekiti disburses N1.2b to schools as running costs

Memorial Park: Protest rocks Owo over Akeredolu’s widow’s outburst

Ondo to relocate memorial park as residents slam Akeredolu’s widow

Gombe approves N21.2bn for 8.5km road, targets other projects

Gombe earmarks N6bn for retirees’ three-year backlog payment

Gombe suspends June sanitation over UTME mop-up

Lagos to add arts to STEM policy

Lagos govt harps on conversion of diesel vehicles to cleaner CNG

LAWMA blames PSP workers padding waste bill for price hike

Police probe death after woman’s body found in A’Ibom gutter

Ondo chief nabbed for suspected kidnapping, sexual assault

Justice urged for abused 11-yr-old girl in Kwara, urges end to culture of silence

I’m not a mugun, says Abia tricycle rider who returned ₦4m forgotten by passenger

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*TODAY IN HISTORY*

* On this day in 1954, the world’s first nuclear power plant was activated. The reactor at Obninsk in present-day Russia remained in operation for 48 years. Today, there are some 400 atomic power plants worldwide.

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People become really quite remarkable when they start thinking that they can do things. – Norman Vincent Peale

Good morning


*Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com +234-8122200446*

*MINDSET SHIFT*

The grass isn't greener on the other side. The grass is greener where you water.
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Achalugo, if Odogwu Panaran decides to support your business or equip you with skills, are you prepared?

If an opportunity that would help you to create wealth arises, are you prepared for it?

Making money begins with a mindset shift, where you tell yourself it's time to start preparing by learning skills, starting a business, being serious with your studies, taking action, and being committed with anything that you are doing .

When preparations meet opportunity, it leads to success.

If you don't have a skill or business now, start preparing.

Write down the things you want to learn or do; your aim and strategy.

If it's something you can start by practicing on YouTube, start now.

If it requires a physical office, do a market survey and know what the shop rent costs.

Prepare as if the opportunity is around.

There are men who can support and develop a woman; don't be a type that will be confused on what to do, when you meet someone like that.

You need to have ideas, skills, a career that can be invested in, and the strength to do it, so that the business won’t flop.

Achalugo, even if you don’t have a sustainable source of living now, have ideas that can create wealth.

#Lekwa princess ijeoma ✍🏾
#TheVoice

Mindset Shift

- Don't wish it was easier, wish you we're better!

- Don't wish for less problems, wish for more skills!!

- Don't wish for less challenge, wish for more wisdom!!!

These mindset shifts are all you need to achieve any greatness you want for yourself

Financial intolerance refers to the inability or unwillingness to tolerate financial risk, uncertainty, or difficulties.
Causes of Financial Intolerance
1. *Fear of debt*: Avoiding debt or financial obligations due to fear of not being able to repay.
2. *Past financial trauma*: Experiencing financial difficulties or setbacks in the past, leading to increased caution.
Effects of Financial Intolerance
1. *Missed opportunities*: Avoiding investments or financial decisions due to fear, potentially leading to missed opportunities.
2. *Financial stagnation*: Failing to grow one's wealth or achieve long-term financial goals.
Overcoming financial intolerance
Mindset shifts*: Reframing one's mindset to view financial challenges as opportunities for growth.
Good morning lovely family.

YOUR CIRCLE-YOUR FUTURE

You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.
– Jim Rohn

“Show me your friends, and I’ll show you your future” is a popular quote indicating that the relationships we keep shape not just our social lives but also our personal growth, mindset, and success. My Pastor will always say that who you hang around determines what hangs around you.
Imagine your life as a garden—you need the right environment and care to flourish. When you surround yourself with supportive, ambitious, and positive people, they encourage your growth and inspire you to reach higher levels. On the other hand, spending time with negative, unmotivated, or toxic individuals can drain your energy and hinder your potential.

This is why it matters:

- Mindset Shift: Your close circle influences how you think. Optimistic people encourage resilience, while negativity breeds doubt and stagnation.

- Energy and Habits: We unconsciously adopt the behaviors, attitudes, and habits of those around us. If your circle practices discipline and persistence, you are likely to follow suit.

- Opportunities and Network: Your relationships open doors to new opportunities.

- Surrounding yourself with successful individuals exposes you to ideas, resources, and connections that can propel your growth.

Real-Life Application:

- If you want to grow financially, align with people who have strong financial habits.
- If cultivate a healthier lifestyle, spend time with individuals who value fitness and wellness.
- If you Seek personal development, surround yourself with learners, readers, and people who challenge you to be better.
Then imagine getting all these in a circle of friends - a supportive network that motivates you, inspires growth, and helps you become the best version of yourself.

What to do:

Evaluate your inner circle. Who are the five people you spend the most time with? Are they adding value to your life or holding you back? Change your company, and you’ll change your results.

My Advice:

Choose your circle wisely, as it determines not just where you are now but where you’ll end up.