*Full Calendar for 2025/26 EPL Season*

All fixtures are subject to change. 

*Matchweek 1 Friday 15 August*
20:00 Liverpool v AFC Bournemouth (Sky Sports)
*Saturday 16 August*
12:30 Aston Villa v Newcastle United (TNT Sports)
Brighton & Hove Albion v Fulham
Nottingham Forest v Brentford
Sunderland v West Ham United
Tottenham Hotspur v Burnley
17:30 Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester City (Sky Sports)
*Sunday 17 August*
14:00 Chelsea v Crystal Palace (Sky Sports)
16:30 Manchester United v Arsenal (Sky Sports)
*Monday 18 August*
20:00 Leeds United v Everton (Sky Sports)

*MW2 Saturday 23 August*
AFC Bournemouth v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Arsenal v Leeds United
Brentford v Aston Villa
Burnley v Sunderland
Crystal Palace v Nottingham Forest
Everton v Brighton & Hove Albion
Fulham v Manchester United
Manchester City v Tottenham Hotspur
Newcastle United v Liverpool
West Ham United v Chelsea

*MW3 Saturday 30 August*
Aston Villa v Crystal Palace
Brighton & Hove Albion v Manchester City
Chelsea v Fulham
Leeds United v Newcastle United
Liverpool v Arsenal
Manchester United v Burnley
Nottingham Forest v West Ham United
Sunderland v Brentford
Tottenham Hotspur v AFC Bournemouth
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Everton

*MW4 Saturday 13 September*
AFC Bournemouth v Brighton & Hove Albion
Arsenal v Nottingham Forest
Brentford v Chelsea
Burnley v Liverpool
Crystal Palace v Sunderland
Everton v Aston Villa
Fulham v Leeds United
Manchester City v Manchester United
Newcastle United v Wolverhampton Wanderers
West Ham United v Tottenham Hotspur

*MW5 Saturday 20 September*
AFC Bournemouth v Newcastle United
Arsenal v Manchester City
Brighton & Hove Albion v Tottenham Hotspur
Burnley v Nottingham Forest
Fulham v Brentford
Liverpool v Everton
Manchester United v Chelsea
Sunderland v Aston Villa
West Ham United v Crystal Palace
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Leeds United

*MW6 Saturday 27 September*
Aston Villa v Fulham
Brentford v Manchester United
Chelsea v Brighton & Hove Albion
Crystal Palace v Liverpool
Everton v West Ham United
Leeds United v AFC Bournemouth
Manchester City v Burnley
Newcastle United v Arsenal
Nottingham Forest v Sunderland
Tottenham Hotspur v Wolverhampton Wanderers

*MW7 Saturday 4 October*
AFC Bournemouth v Fulham
Arsenal v West Ham United
Aston Villa v Burnley
Brentford v Manchester City
Chelsea v Liverpool
Everton v Crystal Palace
Leeds United v Tottenham Hotspur
Manchester United v Sunderland
Newcastle United v Nottingham Forest
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Brighton & Hove Albion

*MW8 Saturday 18 October*
Brighton & Hove Albion v Newcastle United
Burnley v Leeds United
Crystal Palace v AFC Bournemouth
Fulham v Arsenal
Liverpool v Manchester United
Manchester City v Everton
Nottingham Forest v Chelsea
Sunderland v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Tottenham Hotspur v Aston Villa
West Ham United v Brentford

*MW9 Saturday 25 October*
AFC Bournemouth v Nottingham Forest
Arsenal v Crystal Palace
Aston Villa v Manchester City
Brentford v Liverpool
Chelsea v Sunderland
Everton v Tottenham Hotspur
Leeds United v West Ham United
Manchester United v Brighton & Hove Albion
Newcastle United v Fulham
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Burnley

*MW10 Saturday 1 November*
Brighton & Hove Albion v Leeds United
Burnley v Arsenal
Crystal Palace v Brentford
Fulham v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Liverpool v Aston Villa
Manchester City v AFC Bournemouth
Nottingham Forest v Manchester United
Sunderland v Everton
Tottenham Hotspur v Chelsea
West Ham United v Newcastle United

*MW11 Saturday 8 November*
Aston Villa v AFC Bournemouth
Brentford v Newcastle United
Chelsea v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Crystal Palace v Brighton & Hove Albion
Everton v Fulham
Manchester City v Liverpool
Nottingham Forest v Leeds United
Sunderland v Arsenal
Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United
West Ham United v Burnley

*MW12 Saturday 22 November*
AFC Bournemouth v West Ham United
Arsenal v Tottenham Hotspur
Brighton & Hove Albion v Brentford
Burnley v Chelsea
Fulham v Sunderland
Leeds United v Aston Villa
Liverpool v Nottingham Forest
Manchester United v Everton
Newcastle United v Manchester City
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Crystal Palace

*MW13 Saturday 29 November*
Aston Villa v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Brentford v Burnley
Chelsea v Arsenal
Crystal Palace v Manchester United
Everton v Newcastle United
Manchester City v Leeds United
Nottingham Forest v Brighton & Hove Albion
Sunderland v AFC Bournemouth
Tottenham Hotspur v Fulham
West Ham United v Liverpool

*MW14 Wednesday 3 December*
AFC Bournemouth v Everton
Arsenal v Brentford
Brighton & Hove Albion v Aston Villa
Burnley v Crystal Palace
Fulham v Manchester City
Leeds United v Chelsea
20:00 Liverpool v Sunderland
20:00 Manchester United v West Ham United
Newcastle United v Tottenham Hotspur
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Nottingham Forest

*MW15 Saturday 6 December*
AFC Bournemouth v Chelsea
Aston Villa v Arsenal
Brighton & Hove Albion v West Ham United
Everton v Nottingham Forest
Fulham v Crystal Palace
Leeds United v Liverpool
Manchester City v Sunderland
Newcastle United v Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur v Brentford
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Manchester United

*MW16 Saturday 13 December*
Arsenal v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Brentford v Leeds United
Burnley v Fulham
Chelsea v Everton
Crystal Palace v Manchester City
Liverpool v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester United v AFC Bournemouth
Nottingham Forest v Tottenham Hotspur
Sunderland v Newcastle United
West Ham United v Aston Villa

*MW17 Saturday 20 December*
AFC Bournemouth v Burnley
Aston Villa v Manchester United
Brighton & Hove Albion v Sunderland
Everton v Arsenal
Fulham v Nottingham Forest
Leeds United v Crystal Palace
Manchester City v West Ham United
Newcastle United v Chelsea
Tottenham Hotspur v Liverpool
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Brentford

*MW18 Saturday 27 December*
Arsenal v Brighton & Hove Albion
Brentford v AFC Bournemouth
Burnley v Everton
Chelsea v Aston Villa
Crystal Palace v Tottenham Hotspur
Liverpool v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Manchester United v Newcastle United
Nottingham Forest v Manchester City
Sunderland v Leeds United
West Ham United v Fulham

*MW19 Tuesday 30 December*
Arsenal v Aston Villa
Brentford v Tottenham Hotspur
Burnley v Newcastle United
Chelsea v AFC Bournemouth
Crystal Palace v Fulham
Liverpool v Leeds United
Manchester United v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Nottingham Forest v Everton
Sunderland v Manchester City
West Ham United v Brighton & Hove Albion
MW20 Saturday 3 January 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Arsenal
Aston Villa v Nottingham Forest
Brighton & Hove Albion v Burnley
Everton v Brentford
Fulham v Liverpool
Leeds United v Manchester United
Manchester City v Chelsea
Newcastle United v Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur v Sunderland
Wolverhampton Wanderers v West Ham United
MW21 Wednesday 7 January 2026
AFC Bournemouth v Tottenham Hotspur
Arsenal v Liverpool
Brentford v Sunderland
Burnley v Manchester United
20:00 Crystal Palace v Aston Villa 
Everton v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Fulham v Chelsea
20:00 Manchester City v Brighton & Hove Albion 
Newcastle United v Leeds United
West Ham United v Nottingham Forest

*MW22 Saturday 17 January*
Aston Villa v Everton
Brighton & Hove Albion v AFC Bournemouth
Chelsea v Brentford
Leeds United v Fulham
Liverpool v Burnley
Manchester United v Manchester City
Nottingham Forest v Arsenal
Sunderland v Crystal Palace
Tottenham Hotspur v West Ham United
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Newcastle United

*MW23 Saturday 24 January*
AFC Bournemouth v Liverpool
Arsenal v Manchester United
Brentford v Nottingham Forest
Burnley v Tottenham Hotspur
Crystal Palace v Chelsea
Everton v Leeds United
Fulham v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester City v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Newcastle United v Aston Villa
West Ham United v Sunderland

*MW24 Saturday 31 January*
Aston Villa v Brentford
Brighton & Hove Albion v Everton
Chelsea v West Ham United
Leeds United v Arsenal
Liverpool v Newcastle United
Manchester United v Fulham
Nottingham Forest v Crystal Palace
Sunderland v Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester City
Wolverhampton Wanderers v AFC Bournemouth

*MW25 Saturday 7 February*
AFC Bournemouth v Aston Villa
Arsenal v Sunderland
Brighton & Hove Albion v Crystal Palace
Burnley v West Ham United
Fulham v Everton
Leeds United v Nottingham Forest
Liverpool v Manchester City
Manchester United v Tottenham Hotspur
Newcastle United v Brentford
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Chelsea

*MW26 Wednesday 11 February*
20:00 Aston Villa v Brighton & Hove Albion 
Brentford v Arsenal
Chelsea v Leeds United
20:00 Crystal Palace v Burnley
Everton v AFC Bournemouth
20:00 Manchester City v Fulham
Nottingham Forest v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Sunderland v Liverpool
Tottenham Hotspur v Newcastle United
West Ham United v Manchester United

*MW27 Saturday 21 February*
Aston Villa v Leeds United
Brentford v Brighton & Hove Albion
Chelsea v Burnley
Crystal Palace v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Everton v Manchester United
Manchester City v Newcastle United
Nottingham Forest v Liverpool
Sunderland v Fulham
Tottenham Hotspur v Arsenal
West Ham United v AFC Bournemouth

*MW28 Saturday 28 February*
AFC Bournemouth v Sunderland
Arsenal v Chelsea
Brighton & Hove Albion v Nottingham Forest
Burnley v Brentford
Fulham v Tottenham Hotspur
Leeds United v Manchester City
Liverpool v West Ham United
Manchester United v Crystal Palace
Newcastle United v Everton
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Aston Villa

*MW29 Wednesday 4 March*
AFC Bournemouth v Brentford
20:00 Aston Villa v Chelsea
Brighton & Hove Albion v Arsenal
Everton v Burnley
Fulham v West Ham United
Leeds United v Sunderland
20:00 Manchester City v Nottingham Forest
Newcastle United v Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur v Crystal Palace
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Liverpool

*MW30 Saturday 14 March*
Arsenal v Everton
Brentford v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Burnley v AFC Bournemouth
Chelsea v Newcastle United
Crystal Palace v Leeds United
Liverpool v Tottenham Hotspur
Manchester United v Aston Villa
Nottingham Forest v Fulham
Sunderland v Brighton & Hove Albion
West Ham United v Manchester City

*MW31 Saturday 21 March*
AFC Bournemouth v Manchester United
Aston Villa v West Ham United
Brighton & Hove Albion v Liverpool
Everton v Chelsea
Fulham v Burnley
Leeds United v Brentford
Manchester City v Crystal Palace
Newcastle United v Sunderland
Tottenham Hotspur v Nottingham Forest
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Arsenal

*MW32 Saturday 11 April*
Arsenal v AFC Bournemouth
Brentford v Everton
Burnley v Brighton & Hove Albion
Chelsea v Manchester City
Crystal Palace v Newcastle United
Liverpool v Fulham
Manchester United v Leeds United
Nottingham Forest v Aston Villa
Sunderland v Tottenham Hotspur
West Ham United v Wolverhampton Wanderers

*MW33 Saturday 18 April*
Aston Villa v Sunderland
Brentford v Fulham
Chelsea v Manchester United
Crystal Palace v West Ham United
Everton v Liverpool
Leeds United v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Manchester City v Arsenal
Newcastle United v AFC Bournemouth
Nottingham Forest v Burnley
Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton & Hove Albion

*MW34 Saturday 25 April*
AFC Bournemouth v Leeds United
Arsenal v Newcastle United
Brighton & Hove Albion v Chelsea
Burnley v Manchester City
Fulham v Aston Villa
Liverpool v Crystal Palace
Manchester United v Brentford
Sunderland v Nottingham Forest
West Ham United v Everton
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Tottenham Hotspur

*MW35 Saturday 2 May*
AFC Bournemouth v Crystal Palace
Arsenal v Fulham
Aston Villa v Tottenham Hotspur
Brentford v West Ham United
Chelsea v Nottingham Forest
Everton v Manchester City
Leeds United v Burnley
Manchester United v Liverpool
Newcastle United v Brighton & Hove Albion
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Sunderland

*MW36 Saturday 9 May*
Brighton & Hove Albion v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Burnley v Aston Villa
Crystal Palace v Everton
Fulham v AFC Bournemouth
Liverpool v Chelsea
Manchester City v Brentford
Nottingham Forest v Newcastle United
Sunderland v Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur v Leeds United
West Ham United v Arsenal

*MW37 Sunday 17 May*
AFC Bournemouth v Manchester City
Arsenal v Burnley
Aston Villa v Liverpool
Brentford v Crystal Palace
Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur
Everton v Sunderland
Leeds United v Brighton & Hove Albion
Manchester United v Nottingham Forest
Newcastle United v West Ham United
Wolverhampton Wanderers v Fulham

*MW38 Sunday 24 May*
Brighton & Hove Albion v Manchester United
Burnley v Wolverhampton Wanderers
Crystal Palace v Arsenal
Fulham v Newcastle United
Liverpool v Brentford
Manchester City v Aston Villa
Nottingham Forest v AFC Bournemouth
Sunderland v Chelsea
Tottenham Hotspur v Everton
West Ham United v Leeds United

Dog Barks at Coffin during Funeral, Suspicious Son Opens It – What He Found Left Everyone Speechless

It was supposed to be a quiet, dignified farewell. The small cemetery was hushed except for the gentle sobs of those grieving the passing of Margaret Ellison, an elderly woman known throughout town for her kindness and warm smile.

Among the mourners was her only son, Thomas Ellison—a man in his late 30s with tired eyes and a heart full of grief. He had flown in from out of state with his wife and young daughter after receiving the devastating call that his mother had passed peacefully in her sleep.

Alongside them was Max, Margaret’s loyal golden retriever. For six years, he had never left her side. Since her passing, he had barely eaten, waiting by the door for her return.

But during the service, Max began acting strangely. A soft whine turned into frantic barking. He broke free and lunged at the casket, clawing at it desperately. Thomas tried to calm him, but Max refused—pacing, barking, whining like something was terribly wrong.

The mourners shifted uncomfortably.

“Maybe he doesn’t understand she’s gone,” someone whispered.

But Thomas felt it in his gut. Max wasn’t confused—he was warning them.

With shaking hands, Thomas stepped forward and looked at the funeral director.

“I want it opened,” he said.

A hush fell over the crowd.

“Are you sure, sir?” the man asked quietly.

“Yes,” Thomas said. “I need to see her. One last time.”

Reluctantly, the casket was opened.

As the lid creaked and lifted, the crowd leaned in, expecting to see Margaret lying peacefully in her best Sunday dress, as she had before the wake.

But the casket… was empty.

Gasps echoed. Max barked again, triumphantly, as if saying, “I told you!”

Thomas stumbled back in shock. “Where is she?!” ⬇⬇

MY MUM'S PASTOR DOES SPECIAL PRAYERS FOR ME — HE SAID HIS MANH00D IS ANOINTED

(Every Mother Must Read This)

He gra--bbed her waist firmly, pulling her close to himself. "Don't res--ist me. This is a way of releasing God's blessing over your LIFE, my banana is anointed," Daddy Possibilities said to Deborah during a special prayer.

I've always believed in praying to God myself, but my mother thought differently. To her, Pastor Benjamin, a.k.a. "Daddy Possibilities," was the voice of God on Earth.

She trusted him completely, dragging me to his church for prayers and prophecies. When I told her I wanted to pray on my own, she called me stubborn and insisted I meet him for a special prayer.

I didn't want to, but I obeyed her. That day, everything changed. This is a story of many young girls.

The House of Eternal Possibilities Church of God stood tall. It wasn't just a place of worship; it was a landmark. Crowds filled the pews every Sunday, eager to catch a glimpse of Daddy Possibilities, Pastor Benjamin Adera.

He was no ordinary preacher. With his designer suits, polished shoes, and a convoy of luxury cars, he was as much a celebrity as a man of God. Women adored him, calling him "Daddy" with reverence.

They whispered about his anointing, giving him more respect than they gave their husbands. Men, too, bowed to him, seeking his guidance for their businesses and families. Pastor Benjamin had a reputation for solving problems, especially for those who could pay the price.

The church auditorium buzzed with excitement as the choir belted out powerful tunes. Daddy Possibilities walked in, his presence commanding attention.

He mounted the altar, gripping the microphone tightly. "Today," he announced, "God is about to do something miraculous! Your lives will never remain the same!" The congregation erupted in cheers.

The congregation at House of Eternal Possibilities was as lively as ever. The choir had just finished their electrifying ministration when Mrs. Rachel approached Daddy Possibilities after the service. Her 14-year-old daughter, Deborah, stood by her side, clutching her handbag nervously.

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"Daddy, please, I need you to pray for my daughter," Mrs. Rachel began. "She has just finished her WAEC and is trusting God for admission into the university."

Possibilities smiled warmly, his charismatic demeanor drawing them in. "Ah, my daughter," he said, turning to Deborah. "God has great plans for you. Come forward."

Deborah stepped forward hesitantly. Daddy Possibilities placed his hand on her head, muttering a string of prayers.

After the prayer, he straightened up and spoke directly to Deborah. "Come back later, my daughter. There's a special prayer I need to do for your breakthrough. God is about to open doors for you."

Mrs. Rachel beamed with gratitude. "Thank you, Daddy! We will be here."

That evening at home, Deborah sat quietly in the corner of the living room while her mother prepared dinner.

The events of the day weighed heavily on her mind. "Mommy," she began hesitantly, "I don't think I need to go back to Daddy Possibilities for the prayer. I want to pray on my own. God will still hear me."

Mrs. Rachel stopped chopping vegetables and turned to face her daughter, her expression stern. "What non--sense are you saying, Deborah? Do you think you know God better than Daddy Possibilities? He's a man of God! His prayers work faster and more efficiently."

"But, Mom," Deborah tried to explain, "I believe God will hear me if I pray sincerely from my heart."

Mrs. Rachel waved her hand dismissively. "You're just being stubborn. You teenagers think you know everything. Tomorrow, you will go back to Daddy Possibilities for the prayer, and that's final."

To be continued on Bcd Studios

Understanding the Liturgical Colors and Signs

If you’ve ever attended Mass at different times of the year, you’ve probably noticed that the priest’s vestments and church decorations change colors. These aren’t random fashion choices—they are rich symbols that help us enter more deeply into the mysteries of our faith.

Here’s what they mean:

1. White (or Gold) – Joy, Purity, and Victory
Used during Christmas, Easter, feasts of the Lord (except His Passion), feasts of Mary, angels, and saints who were not martyrs, white symbolizes the glory of the Resurrection, holiness, and celebration. Gold may replace white for special solemnities.

2. Red – The Holy Spirit and Martyrdom
Red is worn on Palm Sunday, Good Friday, Pentecost, and feasts of martyrs. It represents the blood of Christ and the martyrs, as well as the fire of the Holy Spirit.

3. Green – Hope and Growth
Seen during Ordinary Time, green symbolizes spiritual growth, hope, and life in Christ. It reminds us that even in ordinary days, we are called to grow in holiness.

4. Purple (Violet) – Penance and Preparation
Used during Advent and Lent, purple is a color of repentance, humility, and preparation for great feasts. It’s also worn for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Masses for the dead.

5. Rose – Joy in the Midst of Penance
Rose is used only twice a year: Gaudete Sunday (third Sunday of Advent) and Laetare Sunday (fourth Sunday of Lent). It signals a lightening of the penitential tone, reminding us that joy is near.

6. Black – Mourning and Hope in the Resurrection
Though less common today, black may be worn for All Souls’ Day and funerals, symbolizing mourning while trusting in Christ’s victory over death.

Signs Accompanying the Colors
The liturgical year also uses symbols like incense (prayer rising to God), candles (Christ as the Light of the World), and banners or flowers (festivity or solemnity) to draw our hearts into the mystery being celebrated.

The Church’s use of colors and signs is not just visual beauty—it’s catechesis in action. Every shade, every symbol speaks the language of the Gospel.

Follow our page to deepen your understanding of Catholic traditions and signs of faith.

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JOB PROFILE – CUSTOMER SUPPORT SPECIALIST
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* Workdays: 24/7 operation - Weekends and Public Holidays Inclusive.
* You are entitled to 2 days off every week, although days off may not always fall on Saturdays and
Sundays.
* Work Hours: 8 hours per day
* Shift Work: Morning, Afternoon, or Night Shift
Leave Days:
* 20 Days of Annual Leave
* 12 Days of Sick Leave yearly
As a Customer Support Specialist your duties include:
* Managing large amounts of inbound and outbound tickets in a timely manner.
* Following contact center “scripts” when handling different topics.
* Identifying customers’ needs, clarifying information, researching issues, and providing solutions.
* Connecting with customers via phone/email/chat/or social media to resolve their
questions or concerns.
* Calmly attempting to resolve and de-escalate any issues.
* Escalating interactions when necessary and appropriate.
* Responding to requests for assistance and/or possible processing payments.
* Tracking all tickets related information for auditing and reporting purposes.
* Providing feedback on ticket issues
* Upselling if required.
* Performing other duties that may be assigned.
Job Specification
* Fluent level of English (minimum C1)
* 1-2 years of experience in a similar role.
* Enjoy servicing clients with knowledge, expertise, and a spark.
* Must have completed NYSC.

If this opportunity is for you, apply by clicking the link: https://forms.gle/SYyLhCkfEriQwrNx5

*OPEN HEAVENS DAILY DEVOTIONAL*

*DATE: MONDAY, AUGUST 4TH, 2025*

*THEME: OVERFLOWING HEALTH*

*MEMORISE:*
*“Beloved, I wish above all things that thou mayest prosper and be in health, even as thy soul prospereth.” - (3 John 2)*

*READ: Acts 5:14-16 (KJV)*

14. And believers were increasingly added to the Lord, multitudes of both men and women,

15. so that they brought the sick out into the streets and laid them on beds and couches, that at least the shadow of Peter passing by might fall on some of them.

16. Also a multitude gathered from the surrounding cities to Jerusalem, bringing sick people and those who were tormented by unclean spirits, and they were all healed.

*MESSAGE:*

God's will is not just for us to be healthy but to overflow with health. You can be so healthy that when sick people touch you, they will become healed. The Lord Jesus was overflowing with health, which is why the woman with the issue of blood simply touched the hem of His garment and was healed *(Matthew 9:20-22).*

Years ago, a teenager who had sickle cell anaemia and had been sick all his life stood up to give a testimony in church. He said, "I heard that Daddy G.O. is coming to this church next Sunday. I want to testify that I will be healed next Sunday." Somebody called me to tell me the teenager's testimony, and I started praying that God would allow me to meet him. As God would have it, the young man was standing outside as I got to the church and came out of my car. He didn't look like a teenager at all; he looked so tiny. He came to me and said, "Daddy, I've been sick all my life, but I am confident that since you have come to this church today, I will be healed today." I hugged him and said, "It will be unto you according to your faith." I got his letter some months later, and he wrote, "Dear Daddy, I want to thank God, and I want to thank you. I have been healed since the day you came to our church."

Beloved, Jesus didn't just die for you to be healthy; He wants your health to overflow such that any sick person you lay hands on will become healed and healthy. He said in *Mark 16:17-18:*

And these signs shall follow them that believe; In my name shall they cast out devils; they shall speak with new tongues; They shall take up serpents; and if they drink any deadly thing, it shall not hurt them; they shall lay hands on the sick, and they shall recover.

In *(1 Peter 2:24),* the Bible says that Jesus paid for your health; this is why you must hate sicknesses and diseases passionately. Just as Peter's shadow healed the sick (Acts 5:15) and handkerchiefs taken from Paul's body drove out diseases from people *(Acts 19:12),* God wants you to overflow with health and become a channel of healing and health to others. I pray that you will live in constant health all the days of your life and that the healing anointing will flow through you to others, in Jesus' name.

*PRAYER POINT:*
Father, please fill me with overflowing health so that I will never be sick again, and the sick will be healed through me, in Jesus' Name.

*BIBLE IN ONE YEAR:*
Jeremiah 4-5

*AUTHOR: PASTOR E.A ADEBOYE*

*HYMN 7 - I AM THINE O LORD*

1️⃣. I am Thine, O Lord
I have heard Thy voice,
And it told Thy love to me;
But I long to rise in the arms of faith
And be closer drawn to Thee.

*CHORUS:*
Draw me nearer, nearer, blessed Lord,
To the cross where Thou hast died;
Draw me nearer, nearer, nearer, blessed Lord,
To Thy precious, bleeding side.

2️⃣. Consecrate me now to Thy service, Lord
By the power of grace divine
Let my soul look up with a steadfast hope,
And my will be lost in Thine.

3️⃣. Oh, the pure delight of a single hour
That before Thy throne I spend,
When I kneel in prayer, and with Thee, my God
I commune as friend with friend!

4️⃣. There are depths of love that I cannot know
Till I cross the narrow sea;
There are heights of joy that I may not reach
Till I rest in peace with Thee.

This week at Chelsea FC :

Today - Training return + photos

Wednesday - Trophy celebration event at Stamford Bridge + CWC placed in trophy cabinet in the museum

Friday - Chelsea vs Leverkusen at Stamford Bridge, 7pm UK KO

Sunday - Chelsea vs AC Milan at Stamford Bridge, 3pm UK KO

Two police escorts attached to the Majority Leader of Ebonyi State House of Assembly, Hon. Kingsley Ikoro, were on Sunday gunned down along the Okigwe Expressway in Imo State.

Politics as a case study kum the challenges overing our state

Sunday, August 3, 2025
My one term vow is sacrosanct .Peter Obi replies Gov Soludo after casting aspersions on him
My One-Term, Four-Year Vow Is Sacrosanct





One of the greatest American Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership. Another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations. In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer. His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self. Indeed, history shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it. Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service - however brief - that defines true statesmanship.



It is within this context that I reiterate my vow: I will serve only one term of four years if elected President. And that vow is sacrosanct.



I am fully aware that the decay in our society has made trust one of the scarcest and most sceptically viewed commodities. Many Nigerians, understandably, no longer take politicians at their word. But even in this climate of cynicism, there are still a few whose actions have matched their words - whose integrity is built on verifiable precedent.



Recently, I became aware of two statements aimed, albeit indirectly, at my vow to serve only a single four-year term. One person remarked that even if I swore by a shrine, I still wouldn’t be believed. Another suggested that anyone talking about doing only one term should undergo psychiatric evaluation.



I understand the basis of their scepticism. They are judging me by their own standards - where political promises are made to be broken. But they forget, or perhaps choose to ignore, that Peter Obi is not cut from that cloth. I have a verifiable track record that speaks louder than speculation.



In my political life, my word is my bond. When I entered politics in Anambra State, I made clear and measurable promises to the people: to improve education and healthcare, to open up rural areas through road construction, and to manage public funds with prudence. I fulfilled each of those promises without deviation. I did not swear by a shrine, nor have I been certified mentally unstable as a result of honouring my word.



My vow to serve only one term of four years is a solemn commitment, rooted in my conviction that purposeful, transparent leadership does not require an eternity.



If making such a promise qualifies me for psychiatric evaluation, then we may as well question the mental fitness of those who framed our Constitution, which clearly stipulates a four-year renewable tenure.



I maintain without equivocation: if elected, I will not spend a day longer than four years in office. In fact, I believe that service should be impactful, not eternal.



We must rebuild trust in our country. I have dedicated my public life to demonstrating that leadership with integrity is not a myth. I have done it before, and I do not intend to betray that trust under any circumstances.



Forty-eight months is enough for any leader who is focused and prepared to make a meaningful difference. In that time, I intend not merely to make an impression, but to deliver on concrete promises to:



sanitise our governance system;

tackle insecurity through effective and accountable use of national resources; prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation;

catalyse small businesses as engines of growth ; and combat corruption with unflinching resolve.



Above all, I will dedicate myself to transforming Nigeria from a consuming nation into a productive one, where agriculture, technology, and manufacturing replace rent-seeking and waste as our national anchors.



These are not utopian dreams. They are realistic, actionable goals that are achievable within four years.



A new Nigeria is POssible.

Politics as a case study kum the challenges overing our state

Sunday, August 3, 2025
My one term vow is sacrosanct .Peter Obi replies Gov Soludo after casting aspersions on him
My One-Term, Four-Year Vow Is Sacrosanct





One of the greatest American Presidents, Abraham Lincoln, served only four years, yet his legacy endures as a model of principled leadership. Another iconic figure, John F. Kennedy, did not even complete a full term, yet his vision and ideals continue to inspire generations. In Africa, Nelson Mandela, revered globally as a symbol of justice and reconciliation, chose to serve only one term as President of South Africa, despite immense public pressure to stay longer. His decision was a deliberate act of leadership, a statement that power must serve the people, not the self. Indeed, history shows that the longer many African leaders remain in power, the more likely they are to be corrupted by it. Longevity in office is not a mark of success; rather, it is purposeful, accountable service - however brief - that defines true statesmanship.



It is within this context that I reiterate my vow: I will serve only one term of four years if elected President. And that vow is sacrosanct.



I am fully aware that the decay in our society has made trust one of the scarcest and most sceptically viewed commodities. Many Nigerians, understandably, no longer take politicians at their word. But even in this climate of cynicism, there are still a few whose actions have matched their words - whose integrity is built on verifiable precedent.



Recently, I became aware of two statements aimed, albeit indirectly, at my vow to serve only a single four-year term. One person remarked that even if I swore by a shrine, I still wouldn’t be believed. Another suggested that anyone talking about doing only one term should undergo psychiatric evaluation.



I understand the basis of their scepticism. They are judging me by their own standards - where political promises are made to be broken. But they forget, or perhaps choose to ignore, that Peter Obi is not cut from that cloth. I have a verifiable track record that speaks louder than speculation.



In my political life, my word is my bond. When I entered politics in Anambra State, I made clear and measurable promises to the people: to improve education and healthcare, to open up rural areas through road construction, and to manage public funds with prudence. I fulfilled each of those promises without deviation. I did not swear by a shrine, nor have I been certified mentally unstable as a result of honouring my word.



My vow to serve only one term of four years is a solemn commitment, rooted in my conviction that purposeful, transparent leadership does not require an eternity.



If making such a promise qualifies me for psychiatric evaluation, then we may as well question the mental fitness of those who framed our Constitution, which clearly stipulates a four-year renewable tenure.



I maintain without equivocation: if elected, I will not spend a day longer than four years in office. In fact, I believe that service should be impactful, not eternal.



We must rebuild trust in our country. I have dedicated my public life to demonstrating that leadership with integrity is not a myth. I have done it before, and I do not intend to betray that trust under any circumstances.



Forty-eight months is enough for any leader who is focused and prepared to make a meaningful difference. In that time, I intend not merely to make an impression, but to deliver on concrete promises to:



sanitise our governance system;

tackle insecurity through effective and accountable use of national resources; prioritise education, healthcare, and poverty alleviation;

catalyse small businesses as engines of growth ; and combat corruption with unflinching resolve.



Above all, I will dedicate myself to transforming Nigeria from a consuming nation into a productive one, where agriculture, technology, and manufacturing replace rent-seeking and waste as our national anchors.



These are not utopian dreams. They are realistic, actionable goals that are achievable within four years.



A new Nigeria is POssible.

Press Statement
Sunday, August 3, 2025

ADC: N712B Airport Renovation Wasteful, Misplaced Priority.

The African Democratic Congress (ADC) has condemned the Tinubu administration’s plan to spend over ₦712 billion on the renovation of the Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos. In a statement issued by Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi, the ADC’s National Publicity Secretary, the party questioned whether the renovation plan and its associated cost had received approval from the National Assembly, describing the expenditure as reckless and insensitive.
The full statement read:
The African Democratic Congress (ADC) strongly condemns the outrageous ₦712 billion airport renovation project announced by the Tinubu administration as another brazen act of fiscal recklessness and official insensitivity which further confirms how far this APC government is removed from the reality of the suffering people of Nigeria.
It is hard to understand how expending ₦712 billion into renovating an airport that already received significant upgrades in recent years makes fiscal sense in a country where public universities wallow in chronic austerity, where basic medical care, has become a luxury that only the rich can afford, where millions of Nigerians have been thrown into poverty as a result of government’s ill-conceived policies
The Murtala Muhammed International Airport in Lagos remains functional and serviceable. What the aviation sector needs is not another gold-plated terminal, but proper maintenance, enhanced efficiency and the expansion of regional airports to boost real connectivity across Nigeria.
Just for context, the amount of money that is being funnelled into the renovation of one airport, approximately $500 million is the same total amount that was spent to build four new airports in Abuja, Lagos, Kano and Port Harcourt in 2014 via a Chinese loan that is yet to be repaid.
This same Murtala Muhammed Airport had a new international terminal that was commissioned by President Muhammadu Buhari in March 2022. According to media reports at the time, the said facility was built on a landmass of approximately 56,000 square metres, with 66 check-in counters and has the capacity to process 14 million passengers annually. It was said to have been equipped with “censored conveyor belt, seven jet bridges, 10 ultra-modern cooling systems, heat extraction in the baggage hall, ample space for duty free shops and banks, recreational areas for children, 22-room hotel for stop-overs among others.”
It is important to note that although this airport was designed to process 14 million passengers in a year, available reports indicates that the airport handled only 6.5 million passengers in 2024, less than half of its capacity.
We therefore wonder if it is this same airport that is now scheduled for renovation or another one. The inescapable conclusion is either that the previous APC government had lied to Nigerians about what it did with the Lagos Airport or the current government is about to spend such a huge amount of money on a project that already exists.
Perhaps even more troubling is the fact that this massive expenditure—approved by the Federal Executive Council (FEC) on July 31, 2025—has not received any backing from the National Assembly and it is not in any of the approved budget. Is this now how the government spends close to a trillion naira—without appropriation, without scrutiny, and without the consent of the Nigerian people through their elected representatives? We demand to know: under what constitutional provision is this money being spent?
How did we get here, that the government of Nigeria, even in the face of extant accountability laws, is able to approve expenditure of this magnitude with no public breakdown of costs, no transparent procurement process, and no national debate? many.
Let us be clear, ₦712 billion could instead deliver transformative impact by building over seven fully equipped teaching hospitals, funding free basic education across three geopolitical zones for five years, providing rural electrification to thousands of communities, or rehabilitating thousands of kilometers of federal roads and bridges.
The ADC calls on all Nigerians to reject this frivolous project. We therefore demand its immediate suspension, a full independent audit of the proposed budget, and a redirection of funds toward projects that would directly improve the lives of ordinary citizens, which should be the priority of any government.
We warn that continued wasteful spending amid widespread hunger, economic hardship, and rising insecurity will only continue to widen the trust deficit between the people and the government. A government that has struggled to justify its need for loans cannot indulge in wasteful spending such as this.
Enough is enough. Let Nigeria work for the many, not just the privileged few.

Signed:

Mallam Bolaji Abdullahi
National Publicity Secretary
African Democratic Congress.

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