*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 24/01/2025* Former FCT Minister, Useni dies at 82 FAAC disburses local govts’ January allocation to states Telecoms tariff hike: Subscribers meet NCC today as Labour mobilises for showdown Japa: Only 6,000 medical consultants remain in Nigeria -MDCAN Oyebanji kicks against Sharia court in Ekiti, cautions opposition Govt approves N4bn cash transfer for vulnerable households UNICEF worried over 336,743 stunted Benue children N116.1bn loan disbursed to students, schools – NELFUND ‘Blatantly unconstitutional’ – Judge blocks Trump’s order on birthright citizenship US ICE agents raid businesses, detain migrants, ‘citizens’ in New Jersey CNN to layoff 200 staff amid attempts to modernise business Nigeria, Chinese firms sign $21m MoU to supply hospital equipment FG deploys new printers in US passport offices To read beyond the headlines, click: https://dailyshot.ng/some-nigerian-newspaper-headlines-24-01-2025/ ------------------------- *DID YOU KNOW?* * The Paris Catacombs contain the remains of over six million people. * Dogs and cats, like humans, are either right-handed or left-handed ------------------------- Tinubu opens Abuja barracks, promises better soldiers’ welfare Tinubu ratifies Obasa’s removal, receives new Speaker Nigeria ‘ll lead Africa’s growth with education, agric —Shettima AGF takes over trial of suspected Taraba terrorists Court proscribes Lakurawa sect, declares it terrorist organisation $6bn Mambilla project: Court accepts EFCC’s amended charge against Agunloye Alleged N2.8b fraud: Sirika approved contract for son-in-law’s firm – Witness Court hears Falana, Falz’s N1bn suit against VDM Feb 19 NAF kills scores of terrorists at Alawa Forest in Niger state Police post 10,000 constables, plan 30,000 annual recruitment IGP orders posting of DIG Towuru to FCID Nigeria’s FX reserves plunge by $832m in two weeks Telecoms tariff will be reviewed periodically — Edun All exams in Nigeria ’ll be 100% CBT by 2027 – Minister Flight delays, cancellations should be strictly penalised – FG panel 15% inflation target achievable in 2025 – Oyedele Ifeanyi Ubah: No request for Anambra South Senatorial bye-election yet – INEC NAFDAC destroys N1.36bn fake, expired products FG targets $5bn revenue from annual Orisa congress FG approves N50b for provision of water in FCT Area Councils – Wike OOU introduces 20 new courses as 115 bag first class Nigerian youth embody an indomitable spirit – First Lady Electricity: Migrating people to different bands ‘highest level of 419’ – Ajaero Sowore reveals police summons over viral extortion video Forced retirement: Falana urges Tinubu to reinstate 20 generals, 18 others Clark asks INEC to fill up 27 vacant Rivers Assembly seats ProvidusBank, EDC unveil fifth SME programme in Lagos, Abuja Marketers seek 21 depots repairs as NNPCL spends N478bn on private facilities Ogun LP urges Abure to convene peace meeting PDP NWC visits Fubara, declares gov Rivers party leader Vandalism: Opposition faults power minister’s N8bn budget for sensitisation You’re a transactional politician, Bauchi gov attacks Wike I’ve reduced Osun infrastructure deficit by over 40 percent — Adeleke Enugu raised tax to improve infrastructure – Deputy gov Yobe to host Lake Chad Basin Governors’ Forum summit Abia govt reaches agreement to end JUSUN strike Katsina gets $1m medical equipment Kano empowers 340 agric graduates with inputs Bauchi Wildlife Conservation Society begins vaccination of 12,000 animals Edo NUT urges Okpebholo to employ 1,000 teachers LASG orders traders to vacate drainage setbacks Lagos orders illegal stall owners in Apongbon Bridge to relocate within 48 hours Alaafin-designate yet to begin traditional rites — Afonja, Head of Oyo Princes Panic as police, NDLEA clash in Bayelsa How we rescued ex-AIG’s wife, killed abductors – Police Kaduna: ECWA president passes vote of confidence on Uba Sani Lagos couple escapes death as container falls on vehicle Two pastors nabbed in Rivers with live cartridges, thousands of pictures, shoes Missing pastor’s remains found in Bayelsa residence after 15 months ------------------------- *TODAY IN HISTORY* * On this day in 1835, slaves staged a rebellion in Brazil to end slavery. The Malê Revolt was instrumental in ending slavery in Brazil. * On this day in 1984, the Apple Macintosh computer went on sale. The ‘Mac’ was the first commercially successful personal computer using a graphical user interface and a mouse. ------------------------- Well, I can’t figure out God. – Oral Roberts Good morning *Compiled by Joe Agbro Jr., (@Joeagbro), Joeagbro@dailyshot.ng, +234-8056745268*

20 wildlife photos from the finalists of the 2024 European Photography Contest (link in the comments)

The Hidden Gold Beneath Our Feet: A Forester’s Tale of Mushrooms and Nature's Magic As a professional forester and wildlife conservationist, I’ve often marveled at the majestic trees and the diverse creatures that roam the forests. In the quiet shadows, another wonder grows—often unnoticed but just as essential. Let me share a story with you about one of nature’s most mysterious gifts: mushrooms. Once upon a time, deep in the misty forests of Obanliku, there was a secret that only the earth knew. Hidden beneath the shadows of towering trees and between the rocks of fertile mountains, mushrooms thrived—an ancient treasure, quietly waiting to be discovered. While everyone marveled at the cocoa trees and the grazing cattle, few realized the magic growing just beneath their feet. One morning, as I wandered through the forest, my attention was drawn to a cluster of mushrooms that seemed to glow in the early sunlight. These weren't just any mushrooms; their delicate caps shimmered with shades of brown and white, and the way they sprouted in unison made me pause. "Ah," I thought, "nature's little surprise." It reminded me of how easily we overlook the small wonders of the world while chasing after the big, shiny rewards. In many cultures, mushrooms have always held a mystical reputation. Some see them as food, rich in nutrients and flavor. Others view them as medicine, capable of healing. But in Obanliku, many don’t pay them much attention, yet these humble fungi play a vital role in the ecosystem. They break down dead matter, returning nutrients to the soil, feeding the trees and plants that we so often admire. I recalled —a tale of how the first people of Obanliku discovered that mushrooms could be food and medicine. One day, during a time of great hunger, a hunter found himself lost in the forest. With no food to sustain him, he nearly gave up. But as he lay on the forest floor, he noticed a strange, white mushroom beside him. Weak and desperate, he plucked it and tasted it. To his surprise, it filled him with strength and energy, enough to find his way home. Since then, mushrooms have been seen as a gift from the forest, helping people in their time of need. Today, I see mushrooms as a reminder that sometimes, what we need the most isn't the most obvious. Just as our community strives to rebuild its agricultural wealth and heal the land from bush burning, we must also learn to appreciate the overlooked treasures around us. Mushrooms may not be as glamorous as cocoa, but in their quiet way, they contribute just as much. So the next time you find yourself in the forest, take a moment to look down. You never know what hidden wonders might be growing right under your feet. #crossriverforest #nature #CrossRiver #wildlife #mushrooms #mushroomhunting

Church unburnt in California fire "The LA wildlife in USA on fire all houses around the Church was burnt down yet THIS CHURCH was preserved the by Consuming Fire Himself. Who says there is no GOD? God is saying something here: Only the fool says there is no God: Psalm 14:1 Psalm 51:1"