```When you genuinely love what you do, the challenging aspects transtorm into opportunities for your growth, and the effort you invest feels less like a burden and more like a contribution to something meaningful. It speaks to the idea that passion isn't a fleeting emotion but a deep, enduring connection that, like a strong relationship, blossoms and strengthens over time, making your work less of a task and more of a calling.```

```A vibrant relationship isn't found by simply discovering the "perfect" person. Instead, it flourishes and becomes "greener"—healthier and more satisfying—where you actively invest effort and care.
The deep connection and joy you admire in others usually stem from consistent hard work, communication, and mutual effort. Like a well-tended garden, a relationship thrives when both partners commit to loving and building together, day after day. True fulfillment comes from nurturing the bond you have, not from longing for an imagined ideal elsewhere.```

```Today's efforts illuminate tomorrow's triumphs!
Each new day offers a chance to improve your life. Begin with simple actions: set goals, practice gratitude, and embrace positivity. What you do today builds the groundwork for future achievements.
Dare to dream and take action! Your inherent radiance will brighten your future.```

```8 principles for living:

1) Be flexible: Adapt to change.
2) Set boundaries: Don't be afraid to decline requests.
3) Practice patience: Good things come to those who wait.
4) Work diligently: Your efforts will be rewarded.
5) Embrace failure: Learn from mistakes quickly and often.
6) Choose your company wisely: Avoid negative influences.
7) Be generous: Giving enriches you more than receiving.
8) Trust yourself: Don't let others' views limit you.
9) Match energy: Respond to others with the same level of enthusiasm they offer.```

OKE OGUN: THE BEST AS CAPITAL FOR THE PROPOSED NEW OYO STATE.

Following the Senate public hearing held in Lagos earlier this month in respect to the state creation, the Senate has in their Friday 11th July plenary proposed the creaction of 12 new states with 2 in each geo-political zone. This development had Ibadan and Ijebu States proposed from the present Oyo and Ogun states respectively. And in all fairness to the Senate, they have done a great job that will enable easy passage of the bill, having conspicuously considered the landmass of some of the shortchanged states in the last creation.

By that arrangement, Ibadan is going with Ibarapa, leaving ÒkèÒgùn, Oyo and Ogbomoso in the new Oyo State. The siting of new Oyo State Capital should ordinarily not be a topic of debate and should ACTUALLY NOT. By every standard, ÒkèÒgùn is naturally positioned as the most suitable location for the capital of the new Oyo State. Factors like landmass, Population, natural resources, centralization, huge infrastructure, Economy, Tourist sites, Food Security, and presence of Research Centers and Higher Institutions of Learning are outstanding qualifications for ÒkèÒgùn to be sited as capital.

Beyond all sentiments, ÒkèÒgùn represents about 47.57% of the total landmass of the present Oyo State; it will represent more than 65% of the proposed new Oyo state. And by numbers of Local Government Area, ÒkèÒgùn has 10 LGAs which is the largest amongst the rest of it's co- proposed journeyers; Ogbomoso with 5 LGAs and Oyo with 4 LGAs. For a fact! ÒkèÒgùn with its 13,537km2 area is 2 to 4 times bigger than Anambra, Imo, Enugu, Ekiti and Lagos States. So, if it can not stand as a state for now, being a capital would be fair.

Talking about natural resources deposits, no other region other than ÒkèÒgùn in either of the present Oyo State or the proposed new Oyo State (with the exit of Ibadan and Ibarapa) that has an inch of the natural resources and precious stones the nature has blessed ÒkèÒgùn with; amongst which are gold, marble, kaolin, granite, iron-ore, tantalite, talc, beryl etc. They are all available in commercial quantities in ÒkèÒgùn.

Going by Centralization: ÒkèÒgùn is so central and naturally positioned such that one can easily connect from anywhere within and outside the state. There are good road networks suitable to navigate to state capital from Ogun, Kwara, the proposed Ibadan state and even beyond.

On infrastructure, the Ikere Gorge Dam in Iseyin is a huge source of Power/water Generation and distribution to the state and its neighbors. And apart from power and water security, this will attract investors and shall in no meagre measure boost the economy of the state. Need we also mention that the construction of the road that leads to Ikere Dam has commenced courtesy of Governor Seyi Makinde's administration and the long abandoned Power plant has also recently been approved for revamping by the Federal Government under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu to commence soon.

Iyake hanging lake in ÒkèÒgùn is a great site to behold for tourists. Colorado has the 2nd hanging lake in the world and it's boosting it's economy through same by way of tourism. The Federal Government will benefit hugely in this resource and the new state will also not suffer courtesy of this alone.

For Economy, virtually each town in ÒkèÒgùn has outstanding art that boosts economic activities. Iseyin is known for the great art of Aso Oke rated as best in the world; Ipapo for soap making, Shaki for quality Pot production and other towns for one art or the other. Aso Oke International Market in Iseyin is also a great one to lure investors to the new proposed state and shall be a major source of Economy booster.

ÒkèÒgùn being the food basket of Oyo State will do better in terms of Food Security upon attaining the State Capital status. The rich soil of the land coupled with the existence of Ikere dam will help farmers to engage in farming activities all year round produce.

A capital city should be one with serene environment with facilities that does not only make people comfortable but that will also add value to people; such is ÒkèÒgùn with library of International standard (Raji Oke-Esa Library) and Ebedi Residency for Literary works sitting comfortably in the heart of ÒkèÒgùn.

Aside other factors mentioned above, OkeOgun hosts a Federal University, a State University, a State Polytechnic, 2 private Polytechnics and a College of health Sciences. All these are lovely factors to be considered, as the new capital will not start from the scratch for those important requirements.

Finally, the National Assembly has gone this far, the completion of the process will determine what they shall be remembered for after now. It's only expected they are remembered for good, by placing the capital where it best suits. We can all ruminate on the words of Edmund Burke who said , "There is but one law for all, namely that law which governs all law, the law of our Creator, the law of humanity, justice, equity - the law of nature and of nations". The justice and equity here can only be NEW OYO STATE with ÒKÈÒGÙN as CAPITAL.

May God bless the Federal Republic of Nigeria.

Babajide Oniyo, MNIQS, RQS,
President, Council of Iseyin Youths Organizations, CIYO.

Cc:
Aseyin of Iseyin Adeyeri III
Òkèrè of Sakí Ọba Khalid Olabisi
Okeho
Oba Saliu Azeez
From Alepata's Palace, Igboho.
Nigerian Senate
The Senate President - Nigeria
House of Representatives, Federal Republic of Nigeria
Senator Buhari AbdulFatai Ph.D
Alhaji Abayomi Oshine Oyedeji
Asiwaju Bola Ahmed Tinubu
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When No One Wins: Lessons from the Python and the Cobra

In the wild, a python once fought a king cobra. The python used its strength to squeeze the cobra tightly—so tightly it couldn’t breathe. At the same time, the cobra bit the python and released its deadly venom. In the end, both of them died. One died from poison. The other from suffocation.

No one won. No one walked away alive. It was a fight that ended in tragedy for both.

Sadly, this is how many people live today. Not in the jungle—but in families, friendships, churches, and even workplaces.

* In families, brothers stop talking to each other for years over land and other disputes.
* In friendships, people compete instead of celebrating one another’s wins.
* In marriages, silent treatment and harsh words do more damage than healing.
* Even in church, we see people gossiping, backbiting, or holding grudges—all while quoting Scriptures and Ministering powerfully.

Why? Because like the python and cobra, many are fighting battles where both will lose. Pride and jealousy are slowly killing what could have been beautiful.

The Bible is clear on this:
* “Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall.” – Proverbs 16:18
* “A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.” – Proverbs 15:1
* “If you bite and devour each other, watch out or you will be destroyed by each other.” – Galatians 5:15

Real-Life Reflections:
1. In marriages – One spouse wants to be always right, the other refuses to say sorry. They stop talking. Days become weeks. Weeks become years. A small misunderstanding, mixed with pride, becomes a big wall of barrier between the two.

2. Among friends – Someone gets promoted or engaged, and instead of being happy, the other grows cold and starts spreading rumors.

3. In ministry – A young preacher is rising, and the older one feels threatened instead of mentoring him. Insecurity replaces love.

In the end, no one wins. Just like the python and cobra—one with the venom of gossip, the other with the pride that suffocates unity.

So, what can we do differently?
* Choose peace over ego.
*“Blessed are the peacemakers, for they shall be called children of God.” – Matthew 5:9
* Choose humility over pride.
Jesus, though He was God, humbled Himself and served (Philippians 2:5–8). If the Son of God could kneel to wash feet, surely we can say, “I’m sorry” or “You go first.”
* Choose love over competition.
“Love does not envy, it does not boast, it is not proud.” – 1 Corinthians 13:4

* Choose healing over hurting.
Let go of that grudge. Make that call. Say what needs to be said—kindly.
You don’t always have to win the argument, the fight, or the position. Sometimes, choosing peace is the win. Because when we tear each other down, we all lose. But when we choose love, everyone grows.
*Don’t be the python. Don’t be the cobra. Be the peacemaker.*

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Why is this tube (catheter) always inserted into patients during surgery?

Have you ever wondered why before any surgical procedure is started, this tube MUST always be inserted inside the patient?

Let me tell you why.

You see, the human body is like a clock-work…… it actually never stops working until dëãth.

So, even when a patient is unconscious, under anesthesia, their body still produce urine. Their kidneys continue to produce urine as they used to, and that urine collects in the bladder as usual.

However, since they are unconscious and unable to control their bladder muscles, they can’t empty it themselves..

Here’s what typically happens:

1. For long surgeries (or those near the bladder), doctors will insert a urinary catheter after the patient is asleep. This thin tube collects the urine from the bladder and continuously drain it into a collection bag throughout the period of the surgery.

2. Even in short procedures, if the patient hasn't emptied their bladder beforehand or has issues with bladder control, a catheter might still be used for eventualities.

3. Fluids given during surgery: Sometimes the anesthesiologist gives the patient IV fluids to maintain blood pressure. This extra fluid quickly increases the amount of urine being produced, hence, filling the bladder faster than normal.

- Without this tube in place, the patient can have a full bladder during the period of a surgery Which can become distended, leading to discomfort, damage, or even delaying the recovery of the patient.

- If the surgery involves the pelvic area or organs near the bladder, a full bladder can obstruct the view of the surgeon which can cause him/her to accidentally injure the bladder.

So, as you can see, this tube isn’t only to help the surgical team do their job seamlessly, it also helps the patients during and after the surgery.

I hope you now know why this tube is used?

And I hope you’ll not feel uncomfortable next time when they tell you they’ll be inserting a gathered inside you?

P.S: After the surgery, the catheter is usually removed before the patient wakes up—unless there’s a medical reason to leave it in.

So most patients don’t even know it was inserted in them.

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Why is this tube (catheter) always inserted into patients during surgery?

Have you ever wondered why before any surgical procedure is started, this tube MUST always be inserted inside the patient?

Let me tell you why.

You see, the human body is like a clock-work…… it actually never stops working until dëãth.

So, even when a patient is unconscious, under anesthesia, their body still produce urine. Their kidneys continue to produce urine as they used to, and that urine collects in the bladder as usual.

However, since they are unconscious and unable to control their bladder muscles, they can’t empty it themselves..

Here’s what typically happens:

1. For long surgeries (or those near the bladder), doctors will insert a urinary catheter after the patient is asleep. This thin tube collects the urine from the bladder and continuously drain it into a collection bag throughout the period of the surgery.

2. Even in short procedures, if the patient hasn't emptied their bladder beforehand or has issues with bladder control, a catheter might still be used for eventualities.

3. Fluids given during surgery: Sometimes the anesthesiologist gives the patient IV fluids to maintain blood pressure. This extra fluid quickly increases the amount of urine being produced, hence, filling the bladder faster than normal.

- Without this tube in place, the patient can have a full bladder during the period of a surgery Which can become distended, leading to discomfort, damage, or even delaying the recovery of the patient.

- If the surgery involves the pelvic area or organs near the bladder, a full bladder can obstruct the view of the surgeon which can cause him/her to accidentally injure the bladder.

So, as you can see, this tube isn’t only to help the surgical team do their job seamlessly, it also helps the patients during and after the surgery.

I hope you now know why this tube is used?

And I hope you’ll not feel uncomfortable next time when they tell you they’ll be inserting a gathered inside you?

P.S: After the surgery, the catheter is usually removed before the patient wakes up—unless there’s a medical reason to leave it in.

So most patients don’t even know it was inserted in them.

```12 Fucking Rules for Success

1. Do the fucking work. Don't be lazy.

2. Stop fucking waiting. It's time.

3. Rely on yourself. The Universe doesn't give a ****.

4. Be fucking practical. Success is not a theory.

5. Be productive early. Don't **** around all day.

6. Don't be a fucking baby. Life's hard. Get on with it.

7. Don't hang out with fuckwits.

8. Don't fucking waste energy on **** you can't control

9. Stop bullshitting. It's fucking embarrassing.

10. Stop being a fucking people-pleaser. It's sad.

11. Stop putting toxic **** in your body. It'sfucking ******.

12. Stop doing the same fucking thing and hoping **** will change.```

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