*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 05/06/2025* Niger flood victims get N2bn lifeline as Shettima visits Niger flood death toll rises to 161- NSEMA Sallah: Mokwa bridge collapse fuels tomato, pepper price surge Tinubu to commission 17 projects across FCT- Wike Truck Drivers Block Lokoja-Ajaokuta Highway Over Shooting Of Colleagues Aiyedatiwa calls for support as tribunal upholds victory VIPs lobby Presidency as FG grounds 60 private jets FG picks 12 universities to manufacture electric vehicles Lagos enforces single use plastics ban on July 1 Sallah: Lagos-Ibadan Expressway gridlock traps thousands 22-year-old who fell from Cocoa House buried in Ibadan Hajj: Saudi bans political chants, flags Nigerian teenager bags six years jail in UK for manslaughter ---------------------------- *DID YOU KNOW?* * Before manufacturing cars, BMW, which started in 1916 as a merger between Rapp Motor and Otto Werk, made airplane engines. The company seized production after World War II when the Treaty of Versailles was signed. This was when BMW turned to the design of cars. * A plant or animal cell that has a membrane and a nucleus is called a eukaryote. All animals, plants and fungi fall into this category. ---------------------------- Tinubu inaugurates 180MW Afam II Power Plant in Rivers Pastor Tunde Bakare visits Tinubu in Lagos Tinubu celebrates industrialist, Oyin Jolayemi, at 85 Fed govt to help Mokwa rebuild after devastating floods – Shettima Natasha disowns viral tape blackmailing Tinubu My phone line cloned to malign Nigerian dignitaries, Natasha alleges EFCC arraigns two Chinese in Lagos for illegal mining CBEX fraud: EFCC declares two more wanted DSS, Military ‘Gun Down 45 Bandits’ In Niger DSS has no plan to arrest shadow govt promoters – Counsel FG unveils digital innovation park to drive $1trillion economy Minister unveils first LCNG plant in North-East Anambra gov poll campaign begins June 11 – INEC Fed govt commissions ultra-modern home, school for the blind in Lagos Presidency splurges N23bn on forex for foreign trips E-invoicing can boost access to credit – FIRS FAAN, Plateau govts sign MoU to upgrade Jos Airport to international cargo hub FG lists new rules to deactivate dormant lines Three FUOYE academics win N300m global grants Babcock University expels student over alleged ritual practices, drug peddling Concerns as multibillion equipment rot in Delta colleges Shortage of capital slows mining sector growth – RMDB Oando reports N220bn profit APMT unveils first plastic recycling hub No Automatic Tickets For N/Assembly Members – APC Osun 2026: Oluwo receives NIWA boss, prays for APC aspirant 2027: ADC Begins Nationwide Consultation On Coalition Gov Sani commissions materials, vehicles to enhance basic education in Kaduna Anambra 2025: I didn’t consult any native doctor, says Soludo Oborevwori commissions roads, medical equipment in Warri LASG unveils teaching hub, targets smart education Eid-el-Kabir: Kano police enforce Durbar ban Lagos LG boss suspends Epe monarch’s installation, cancels Sallah prayers Residents seek help as flood destroys Anambra shops Gunmen kill three in Plateau attack ---------------------------- *TODAY IN HISTORY* * On this day in 1967, the Six-Day War began in the Middle East. Israeli forces launched a surprise attack against Egypt, prompting other Arab allies to enter the conflict. Egypt had previously blocked the Straits of Tiran to Israeli traffic * On this day in 1981, the first cases of AIDS were reported. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention described five cases of a rare form of pneumonia, a deadly immune deficiency disease which later became known as AIDS. ---------------------------- If you can’t make it good, at least make it look good. – Bill Gates Good morning *Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com, +234-8122200446*

When a whale dies, life begins. 🐋🌊 It sounds strange, but a dead whale sinking to the ocean floor creates one of the most incredible ecosystems on Earth. What’s a “whale fall”? That’s the name for what happens when a whale’s body sinks deep into the sea. But instead of disappearing, it becomes a feast for life. An underwater city rises Hagfish and sharks arrive first to strip the flesh. Crabs and worms move in next. Then bacteria and rare deep-sea species build a thriving community. This process can last 50 to 100 years. From death comes diversity A single whale fall can support over 100 different species, some found nowhere else on Earth. The deep sea never wastes In the cold, dark depths, a dead whale isn’t the end. It’s a new beginning. This is also one of the reasons everything you see isn't for food. Some are just in the ocean for the purpose of clearing It

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The 4 Worst Popes in the History of the Catholic Church The Catholic Church is holy, but it is also human. While the Church was founded by Jesus Christ and guided by the Holy Spirit, its leaders—especially the popes—have been fallible men. Most popes throughout history have been faithful shepherds, but a few have sadly fallen short. It's important to remember that the holiness of the Church does not depend on the personal holiness of its leaders, but on Christ, who promised that the gates of hell would not prevail against it. Here are a few of the most notorious popes in Church history—men whose personal failures did not undo the truth of the faith: 1. Pope Stephen VI (896–897) Stephen is infamous for the bizarre “Cadaver Synod.” He had the corpse of his predecessor, Pope Formosus, exhumed, dressed in papal robes, placed on a throne, and put on trial. The corpse was found guilty, stripped of its vestments, and thrown into the Tiber River. His actions caused outrage and unrest. 2. Pope John XII (955–964) John XII became pope at just 18 and used the papacy for personal pleasure. His reign was marked by scandal, immorality, and corruption. He was accused of turning the Lateran Palace into a den of vice, and many historians rank him among the most morally corrupt pontiffs in history. 3. Pope Benedict IX (multiple terms between 1032–1048) Benedict IX was pope on three separate occasions, and his papacy was plagued by bribery, violence, and scandal. He reportedly sold the papacy to his godfather so he could marry, and was later reinstated through political maneuvering. His behavior was so scandalous that even reformers within the Church called for drastic change. 4. Pope Alexander VI (1492–1503) Born Rodrigo Borgia, Alexander VI is infamous for nepotism, lavish living, and fathering several children while pope. His papacy was entangled with political manipulation, bribery, and immorality. Yet, despite his personal flaws, he never altered Church doctrine. Why This Matters While these popes were deeply flawed, none of them ever changed official Church teachings on faith or morals. This is a sign of God's protection over His Church, even when human leaders fail. The Catholic Church has endured for over 2,000 years—not because its leaders have always been perfect, but because Jesus Himself is the true head of the Church. Subscribe now to explore more Catholic history—both the glorious and the gritty—and deepen your faith with us! #catholic Francis Mary

"I’m a solo adventurer; I am a loner. I am the woman you see alone drinking tea and reading a book. I am the one who takes herself out on dates and sits all by herself, without shame. I am the woman who attends concerts without feeling awkward about being there alone. I sing my heart out and have a hell of a good time. As I’ve gotten older, I’ve realized that doing things alone is wonderful. I mean sure, sometimes it’s fun to be around other people. However, so many underestimate how much we can enjoy certain activities without any company. Some people think of “being alone” and “doing things alone” as being something bad. It either means you’re anti-social or you’re a “loser”, and this social stigma is wrong. Once I changed my mentality and started to live my life as I please, I found this astounding feeling of freedom, freedom of being me, freedom to do whatever the hell I want to do. And let me tell you that there’s no better feeling than enjoying your own company. In these past few years when I started to do things alone, I have experienced the best times of my life. I have gone hiking, bike riding, skydiving, bungee jumping, I’ve taken trips alone and have made unforgettable memories. I have learned to become my own best friend. I am the woman who chooses to do fun things alone, doing things alone feels normal to me."

"MY DRIVER’S TONGUE KNOWS MY BODY MORE THAN MY HUSBAND DOES"👅🥒🍎👉👌🔞 Episode 1: The Night It All Began It started with a storm—literal and emotional. My husband had just left for another offshore trip—six weeks on the oil rig, leaving me alone in our duplex in Port Harcourt. The silence in the house was always louder when he left. No affection. No goodbye kiss. Just a nod and a suitcase. Enter Tony—our new driver. Tall. Built like a man carved from hardwood. Dark-skinned with a tribal mark that only made his eyes more intense. Quiet. Respectful. But there was something under the surface. A tension. A hunger. He never said more than “Good morning, ma” or “We don reach, ma.” But his eyes? They said everything. One Thursday evening, the rain started early. Heavy. Loud. My car broke down at Genesis Junction, and Tony came down, shirt soaked, muscles pressing against the thin fabric. “Madam, the fan belt don cut,” he said, breathless. I was cold. Shivering. Drenched. “I can’t sit here in this rain. What now?” I snapped. “Make we go hotel small, make rain stop,” he offered. We checked into a small place—one bed, one fan, no questions. I changed into the only dry thing available—his white shirt. No bra. No shame. He watched me fr"MY DRIVER’S TONGUE KNOWS MY BODY MORE THAN MY HUSBAND DOES"👅🥒🍎👉👌🔞 Episode 1: The Night It All Began It started with a storm—literal and emotional. My husband had just left for another offshore trip—six weeks on the oil rig, leaving me alone in our duplex in Port Harcourt. The silence in the house was always louder when he left. No affection. No goodbye kiss. Just a nod and a suitcase. Enter Tony—our new driver. Tall. Built like a man carved from hardwood. Dark-skinned with a tribal mark that only made his eyes more intense. Quiet. Respectful. But there was something under the surface. A tension. A hunger. He never said more than “Good morning, ma” or “We don reach, ma.” But his eyes? They said everything. One Thursday evening, the rain started early. Heavy. Loud. My car broke down at Genesis Junction, and Tony came down, shirt soaked, muscles pressing against the thin fabric. “Madam, the fan belt don cut,” he said, breathless. I was cold. Shivering. Drenched. “I can’t sit here in this rain. What now?” I snapped. “Make we go hotel small, make rain stop,” he offered. We checked into a small place—one bed, one fan, no questions. I changed into the only dry thing available—his white shirt. No bra. No shame. He watched me from the corner. His hands in his pockets. His jaw clenched. “You want to keep pretending you’re not looking?” I asked. He said nothing. Just walked toward me slowly. When he reached me, he didn’t ask permission. His lips met mine with a force that melted the cold away. His tongue—hot, commanding—searched me like he had studied my body in dreams. I gasped as he carried me to the bed, shirt open, nipplés already begging. He knelt before me, spread my thighs like scripture, and began to worship. He took his time. Like he knew no man had ever done it right. And when I came, legs trembling, fingers clutching the sheets, I knew... Tony wasn’t just a driver. He was a deliverance. Part 2: Rainy Day Confessions We stayed in that room foom the corner. His hands in his pockets. His jaw clenched. “You want to keep pretending you’re not looking?” I asked. He said nothing. Just walked toward me slowly. When he reached me, he didn’t ask permission. His lips met mine with a force that melted the cold away. His tongue—hot, commanding—searched me like he had studied my body in dreams. I gasped as he carried me to the bed, shirt open, nipplés already begging. He knelt before me, spread my thighs like scripture, and began to worship. He took his time. Like he knew no man had ever done it right. And when I came, legs trembling, fingers clutching the sheets, I knew... Tony wasn’t just a driver. He was a deliverance. Part 2: Rainy Day Confessions We stayed in that room fo

May 28, 2025 marks the second anniversary of China's homegrown #C919 aircraft's commercial operation. So far, the aircraft have operated on 24 routes, connecting 16 cities and completing more than 2 million passenger trips. #GTGraphic

Adaora Umeoji, Zenith Bank's CEO is the highest-paid banker in Nigeria’s banking industry for last year(2024) She earned N874 million as salaries in 2024, which is 72 million naira per month. To all the ladies who think/say that the ONLY THING a woman should bring to the marital table is pregnancy and childbirth, I have a question for you, is this a man ? Do you know that wrong ideology is the foundation of adultery in times of challenges in marriage ? Adaora Umeoji the FIRST Zenith bank’s female CEO has a set of triplets and a set of twins - making a total of six children. She is a MARRIED WOMAN ! Below are her degrees and certifications 1. Bachelors degree in Sociology from University of Jos 2. Bachelors degree in Accounting and a First class honours degree in Law from Baze University, Abuja 3. Masters of Law from University of Salford United Kingdom 4. Masters in Business Administration from University of Calabar 5. PhD in Business Administration from Apollos University USA 6. Certificate in Economics for Business from the prestigious MIT Sloan school of Management USA 7. Strategic thinking and management program at Wharton Business School USA 8. Advanced Management Program, Harvard Business School USA She has 26 yrs experience working in Zenith bank culminating in being appointed as Group Managing Director Zenith Bank. Marriage and childbirth will not stop you from attaining certain goals. Have that burning desire and leave no stone unturned. Instead of shaking breast, buttocks and showing panties on social media, invest your single/adolescent days into building a good future/career you will love to reap tomorrow. Remain blessed !

HOW THE APOSTLES DIED. 1. Matthew Suffered martyrdom in Ethiopia, Killed by a sword wound. 2. Mark Died in Alexandria, Egypt , after being dragged by Horses through the streets until he was dead. 3. Luke Was hanged in Greece as a result of his tremendous Preaching to the lost. 4. John Faced martyrdom when he was boiled in huge Basin of boiling oil during a wave of persecution In Rome. However, he was miraculously delivered From death. John was then sentenced to the mines on the prison Island of Patmos. He wrote his prophetic Book of Revelation on Patmos . The apostle John was later freed and returned to serve As Bishop of Edessa in modern Turkey . He died as an old man, the only apostle to die peacefully 5. Peter He was crucified upside down on an x-shaped cross. According to church tradition it was because he told his tormentors that he felt unworthy to die In the same way that Jesus Christ had died. 6. James The leader of the church in Jerusalem , was thrown over a hundred feet down from the southeast pinnacle of the Temple when he refused to deny his faith in Christ. When they discovered that he survived the fall, his enemies beat James to death with a fuller's club. * This was the same pinnacle where Satan had taken Jesus during the Temptation. 7. James the Son of Zebedee, was a fisherman by trade when Jesus Called him to a lifetime of ministry. As a strong leader of the church, James was beheaded at Jerusalem. The Roman officer who guarded James watched amazed as James defended his faith at his trial. Later, the officer Walked beside James to the place of execution. Overcome by conviction, he declared his new faith to the judge and Knelt beside James to accept beheading as a Christian. 8. Bartholomew Also known as Nathaniel Was a missionary to Asia. He witnessed for our Lord in present day Turkey. Bartholomew was martyred for his preaching in Armenia where he was flayed to death by a whip. 9. Andrew Was crucified on an x-shaped cross in Patras, Greece. After being whipped severely by seven soldiers they tied his body to the cross with cords to prolong his agony. His followers reported that, when he was led toward the cross, Andrew saluted it in these words: 'I have long desired and expected this happy hour. The cross has been consecrated by the body of Christ hanging on it.' He continued to preach to his tormentors For two days until he expired. 10. Thomas Was stabbed with a spear in India during one of his missionary trips to establish the church in the Sub-continent. 11. Jude Was killed with arrows when he refused to deny his faith in Christ. 12. Matthias The apostle chosen to replace the traitor Judas Iscariot, was stoned and then beheaded. 13. Paul Was tortured and then beheaded by the evil Emperor Nero at Rome in A.D. 67. Paul endured a lengthy imprisonment, which allowed him to write his many epistles to the churches he had formed throughout the Roman Empire. These letters, which taught many of the foundational Doctrines of Christianity, form a large portion of the New Testament. THEGOSOEL THAT TOOK THE BLOOD OF THE APOSTLES IS THE ONE TAKING YOUR PASTORS TO THE BANK, AND BECOMING THE RICHEST IN FORBS LIST THIS SHOULD TELL U THAT THEY ARE PREACHERS OF ANOTHWR GOSPEL, ON THE DAY OF JUDGEMENT, U WILL UNDERSTAND BETTER

WHY AFRICANS PRAY MORE THAN THE REST OF THE WORLD IS BECAUSE IN AFRICA, GOD DOES THE JOB OF THE GOVERNMENT! 1. ELECTRICITY ⚡ AFRICA: “Oh Lord, let there be light! Even if it’s for 2 hours!” EUROPE: “This LED bulb is too yellow, I’m returning it.” TRUTH: In Africa, power supply is a prayer point. In Europe, it’s a basic right. 2. WATER SUPPLY 🚿 AFRICA: “God, let it rain so we can fetch water!” EUROPE: “My shower is too cold. Fix it or I sue!” TRUTH: In Europe, taps flow. In Africa, faith flows. 3. JOBS & EMPLOYMENT 💼 AFRICA: “Jehovah, bless me with any job. Even volunteer, I’ll manage!” EUROPE: “I’m rejecting that role. The salary doesn’t reflect my worth.” TRUTH: In Africa, unemployment is a fasting topic. In Europe, it’s a policy issue. 4. SECURITY 🚔 AFRICA: “Father, may no stray bullet locate me today!” EUROPE: “There’s a suspicious sound outside, police arrived in 4 mins.” TRUTH: There, safety is law. Here, safety is prayer and luck. 5. ROADS & INFRASTRUCTURE 🛣️ AFRICA: “Lord, don’t let this pothole swallow my destiny.” EUROPE: “This small crack on the road is unacceptable!” TRUTH: In Africa, a smooth road is a testimony. In Europe, it’s standard. 6. HEALTHCARE 🏥 AFRICA: “Jesus, let the injection work, and not the side effect!” EUROPE: “Therapist booked. Medication free. Follow-up scheduled.” TRUTH: One gets healthcare from government. The other gets hope from prayer warriors. 7. EDUCATION ✏️ AFRICA: “God, let WAEC release results with mercy I sowed a seed 💰!” EUROPE: “Government paid for my Master’s. I got a scholarship too.” TRUTH: There, education is an investment. Here, it’s a miracle. 8. PENSION & RETIREMENT 👴🏽 AFRICA: “Jehovah, don’t let my pension be swallowed by corruption!” EUROPE: “I retired. Government sends monthly check.” REALITY: Here, retirement is fear and fasting. There, it’s relaxation and benefits. 9. VISA REQUEST ✈️ AFRICA: “Oh Lord, break every generational curse stopping this UK visa!” EUROPE: “I need a break. Might fly to Ghana for the weekend.” REALITY: In Africa, travelling = fasting, faith, and fire oil. In Europe, travelling = booking.com and a suitcase. BUT HERE’S THE REAL PROBLEM… High death rates Joblessness Poor security Land battles turning spiritual Sick people dying at church crusades instead of hospitals …because African leaders ENJOY it when you dump your problems on an imported god instead of holding them accountable! Why should they build hospitals when you'll run to prayer camps? By his stripes you're healed right? Why fix the road when your busy praying for travelling mercy on a deadly road? Why create jobs when your faith says “God will provide”? They know you won’t protest. You’ll just pray. And that’s how they win. AFRICANS WILL RAISE MILLIONS TO BUILD A CATHEDRAL……but won’t donate a dime to upgrade the clinic where their own mothers give birth on rusted beds with no gloves. We’ll buy: Imported church instruments HD projectors Shiny marble altars Designer suits for “Papa” And bulletproof cars for “Daddy G.O” Meanwhile, the local hospital: Has no electricity No running water One nurse doing the work of five And a doctor using a torchlight to deliver babies. AND HERE’S THE PLOT TWIST: The pastor you’re funding for “God’s work” won’t even treat malaria in that same country. When he's sick? Private jet to Europe. When you're sick? Pray. Fast. Sow a seed. Hope the hospital has Panadol. FINAL THOUGHT: God is NOT your governor. Angels are NOT civil engineers. Your miracle is called good governance. Stop calling on jesus/allah about things your local government chairman should’ve done. This is why most religious Africans tend to be less or non-religious