*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 01/06/2025*

Gateway Games: 20 Kano athletes die in road crash

Tinubu, governors mourn death of 21 Kano athletes, officials in auto crash

Tinubu commissions first section of Lagos-Calabar coastal highway

Moody’s upgrades Nigeria’s rating to B3, Stable

WAEC: Katsina Govt. seeks cancellation of English language paper

Ogun to open alternative as protest rocks tolling of Ijebu-Ode-Mojoda-Epe road

Super Eagles beat Jamaica on penalties to win Unity Cup

PSG thrash Inter 5-0 to win Champions League

EPL giants step up interest in Lookman

Leverkusen set €50m Boniface asking price

Ukraine war: Russia’s drone scheme for Nigerians sparks uproar

Hamas seeks changes to US-backed Gaza ceasefire deal

WHO urges ban on flavoured tobacco products

66 Nigerians obtain Antiguan citizenship for $6.6m


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*DID YOU KNOW?*

* Wimbledon is the oldest tennis tournament in the world, first held in 1877. It’s the only Grand Slam event played on grass courts, with the grass meticulously cut to 8mm. And players must wear predominantly white clothing, a tradition dating back to the Victorian era.

* You can’t hum if you hold your nose
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Be patient with me, Tinubu begs Nigerians

Niger flood disaster: Tinubu mobilises emergency response, death toll hits 150

Tinubu inaugurates ships to mark Navy’s 69th anniversary

National security is collective duty, says Akpabio

Don’t choose kneeling loyalists as successors, Akpabio warns govs

Reps seek seven-year jail for workplace bribery

EFCC slams Emefiele with fresh charges over 753 Abuja housing units

EFCC arrests 43 suspected internet fraudsters in Nasarawa

EFCC probes two men caught with fake $899,000 in Kano

Military steps up checks at Abuja barracks after explosion

Police mum over alleged suit against retired AIG, others

Nigeria to host 2025 international civil service conference – Walson-Jack

FG proposes establishment of exam malpractice tribunal

NAPTIP reschedules Speed Darlington’s summon to June 2

FRSC blames speeding for death of 21 Kano athletes

Customs to profile border fuel stations, auction 39,000 litres

FCT rural road interventions ‘ll boost food security – Wike

AFUED honours First Lady, monarch with doctorate

Plateau Varsity, bank partner to develop livestock feed

You can’t give students loans in a broken economy — ASUU President, Piwuna

SSANIP appeals to FG to implement 25/35% salary review

Why I will miss Tinubu’s mother Qur’anic recitation competition—Buhari

Davido gifts fan N5m for new hair

Tems had only N200 when we met – Manager

I’m making efforts with Mikel Obi to bring Osimhen to Chelsea – Peter Okoye

Heritage Bank closure halts $5.7m World Bank fund for Yobe

Dangote to import five million barrels of crude – Report

Tantita Security boss’ birthday celebrated with novelty football match in Bayelsa

I Told Tinubu I Won’t Vote For Him –Amaechi

We’re working to rescue Nigeria, say Atiku, El-Rufai

Stop heating up polity, Onitiri cautions Atiku, Obi, el-Rufai

Oyebanji to Ekiti APC: God has ratified our second term bid

Thousands of PDP members defect to APC in A’Ibom council

APC targets CUPP in anti-coalition move

Why I don’t take chieftaincy titles – Makinde

Kano approves N1m each for 22 bereaved athlete families

Eno flags off construction of quarters for judicial officers

Exam malpractices, cultism won’t be tolerated in Rivers varsities — Ibas

Okpebholo distributes 17 new SUVs to Edo council chairmen

Go and sin no more – Okpebholo spells out terms of amnesty for secret cult members

Sallah: Sokoto gov directs early payment of June salaries

Edo govt begins property owners profiling in new city development June 3

Imo govt declares land allocation documents fraudulent, warns land grabbers

Enugu Govt commends NIS, police for suspected ritualist’s arrest

120 golfers for Edo 2025 Golf fore Peace series

Anambra’s gov wife empowers 1,000 female traders with N50,000

Ekiti declares Ado-Ekiti ‘smoke-free city

Edo’s reintroduced monthly sanitation sees high compliance

Nasarawa directs residents to exit flood-prone areas

Kano bans offensive tricycle art

Police arrest six suspected drug peddlers in Anambra

Abuja pastor, three others nabbed over child trafficking

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*TODAY IN HISTORY*

* On this day in 1979, Rhodesia (Zimbabwe) ended 90 years of white rule. In 1980, the Republic of Zimbabwe achieved sovereignty from the United Kingdom.

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There is only one success – to be able to spend your life in your own way. – Christopher Morley

Good morning



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Paris Saint-Germain demolish Inter to win the Champions League final with the biggest margin in history. A night to remember!

"SHE GAVE YOU HER BODY, BUT TOOK YOUR DESTINY" – When sex is a transaction, the man always loses more.

There are two types of men in this world: those who build their future and those who trade it away for temporary pleasure. Many men don’t even realize when they’ve been robbed, not of their money, but of their potential.

She didn’t hold a gun to your head. She didn’t break into your house at night. But she walked away with your focus, your ambition, your discipline, and your financial future.

And the worst part? You willingly handed it over.

This is the silent robbery happening every day. Men think they are enjoying, but they are being emptied.

BRUTAL THREAD: How Se-x Can Steal Your Future

1. THE COST OF FREE SE-X IS YOUR AMBITION
You met a fine girl. She gave you her body for free. No stress, no commitment, just pure enjoyment. You thought you hit the jackpot? No, you entered the trap.

Each time you’re with her, you’re spending hours, days, and nights chasing pleasure instead of chasing progress.

You wake up late, you miss opportunities, your mind is distracted.

You thought you were enjoying her body, but she was taking your focus, your time, and your hunger for success.

2. EVERY TIME YOU SLEEP WITH HER, YOU LOSE ENERGY—SHE GAINS IT
There’s a reason great warriors, boxers, and kings of old practiced sexual discipline. They knew that their energy, clarity, and strength came from controlling their desires.

When you release carelessly, you are losing more than just fluid. You are losing drive, willpower, and aggression—all the things you need to dominate in life.

Now, check her: she is glowing, she is energized, she is more powerful.

You are weaker.

Why do you think they say "behind every successful man is a woman"? Because she collects his energy and multiplies it. But what happens when she takes your energy and leaves?

She goes to multiply it elsewhere.

3. SHE TOOK YOUR MONEY, BUT YOU THOUGHT IT WAS LØVE
At first, it was just small-small money—transport fare, lunch money, a little shopping. Then it became rent, hair, nails, and urgent 2K every week.

You thought you were investing in her? No, you were funding your own downfall.

She took your hard-earned money, but did she invest it back into you?

No.

She used it to look good for another man who had more focus than you.

4. SHE WASTED YOUR YEARS, NOW SHE'S GONE
How many men have given their prime years to a woman who had no plans of staying?

She took your time, your energy, your youth… then she moved on to the next best option.

Now, you’re in your 30s or 40s, starting over while she has already secured her next destination.

Reality check: A woman’s time is shorter, but a man’s wasted time is costlier.

5. YOU THOUGHT SHE WAS LOYAL, BUT YOU WERE JUST A PHASE
Some women are seasonal lovers—they attach themselves to a man for a period, take what they need, then move on.

You thought she was forever. She knew she was temporary.

You were just a “right now” guy. And when she found a "forever" guy, she walked away without looking back.

6. YOUR FUTURE IS MORE VALUABLE THAN HER BODY
Many men have traded their destiny for a few minutes of pleasure.

Ask Samson. He had superhuman strength. Delilah used love and sex to take it away.

Ask Solomon. The wisest king in history lost his throne because of vvomen.

Even great men fall when they don’t control their desires.

Now, look at yourself. What have you lost so far?

7. WAKE UP BEFORE IT'S TOO LATE
If you keep trading your time, energy, money, and focus for sex, you will wake up one day and realize:

The men you started life with are now ahead of you.

Your bank account is empty.

Your dreams never happened.

And the women who wasted your years are now with better men.

BOTTOM LINE:
Sex is not free. It is always a transaction.

Either you gain something from it, or you lose everything to it.

Choose wisely.

If this post hits you, you know what to do.
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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!

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Did the Early Church Believe in Purgatory?

Purgatory is often misunderstood—even by Catholics. Some think it's a later invention, but the truth is: the belief in Purgatory is rooted in the earliest centuries of Christianity. While the term "Purgatory" itself developed over time, the idea of a purifying state after death was present in the teachings, prayers, and practices of the Early Church.

Scriptural Foundation
The foundation for Purgatory lies in Scripture. In 2 Maccabees 12:45, Judas Maccabeus offers prayers for fallen soldiers, stating that it is a “holy and pious thought to pray for the dead, that they may be loosed from sins.” This shows a belief that the dead can be helped by the prayers of the living—a concept central to Purgatory.

Jesus also hinted at purification after death in Matthew 12:32, saying, “Anyone who speaks against the Holy Spirit will not be forgiven, either in this age or in the age to come.” This suggests that some sins can be forgiven after death, which aligns with the Church’s teaching on Purgatory.

The Witness of the Early Church Fathers
The early Christians continued this practice. Tertullian (2nd–3rd century) wrote about praying for the dead and offering the Eucharist on their behalf. He believed such prayers were effective in helping the souls of the departed.

St. Cyprian of Carthage (3rd century) emphasized the importance of offering sacrifices for the faithful departed during Mass. St. Augustine openly declared in the 4th century: “It is not to be doubted that the souls of the dead are aided by the prayers of the holy Church.”

These saints didn’t see death as a full stop, but as a journey toward perfection, where the soul could be cleansed to enter the full presence of God.

Why Does Purgatory Matter?
The doctrine of Purgatory doesn’t undermine the forgiveness won by Jesus—it affirms God’s mercy and justice. Those who die in a state of grace but still need purification of lesser sins are lovingly prepared for heaven. Purgatory is not a punishment—it is a gift of God’s purifying love.

Belief in Purgatory reminds us of our connection to the souls of the faithful departed, and calls us to pray for them, just as the early Christians did.

Purgatory is not new—it’s part of the ancient faith of our Church.

Follow our page for more truths from Catholic history and teachings that will strengthen your faith and bring you closer to Christ.

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*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 31/05/2025*

Two Years of Tinubu’s Administration: We’re hungrier, impoverished — Nigerians

Niger flood of fury: Over 100 dead, 75 buried, 100 missing

Simon Ekpa: Finnish prosecutors seek six-year jail term for agitator

Biafra Day: Sit-at-home cripples businesses in Enugu, Imo

INEC fixes June 20, Aug. 8 for 2026 Ekiti, Osun guber polls

NOA deepens partnership with Yoruba monarchs on civic engagement

Ekiti imposes ban on public smoking, warns defaulters

Cameroon’s late arrival forces cancellation of Super Falcons’ friendly

Rousing welcome as Madrid star David Alaba visits New Afrika Shrine

Seyi Adewunmi returns as Lagos Country Club president amidst odds

Sallah: Muslims Explore Options As Ram Prices Soar

Abortion pill inventor Etienne-Emile Baulieu dies aged 98

Visa crackdown: You’ll be fine, Trump tells Chinese students in US

NIDCOM to probe killing of Nigerian by Switzerland police


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*DID YOU KNOW?*

* June used to be the fourth month in the year. Before Julius Caesar came to power, the calendar year only had 10 months. In 46 BC he created the Julian calendar by adding two more months to the year, which made June the sixth month.

* Ketchup was once sold as medicine. The condiment was prescribed and sold to people suffering with indigestion back in 1834.
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Tinubu issues executive order to slash oil sector costs

Reps, NEPZA task FTZs on prompt FAAC remittances

Looted funds: EFCC, ICPC recovered $105.9m not $967.5b – Fagbemi

Simon Ekpa appears in Finnish court on terrorism charges

Court jails 15 foreigners for cyber-terrorism, internet fraud

Court to hear Diezani’s asset forfeiture suit June 30

Appeal Court reverses judgment voiding Kano’s LG election, KANSIEC’s composition

15 convicted foreigners recruited Lagos youths for cyber-terrorism – EFCC

EFCC arrests 78 Internet fraudsters

150 million Nigerians affected by insecurity, says Ribadu

Troops eliminate terror kingpin Abu Fatima in Borno – Army

60 terrorists killed as army repels attack in Borno

Immigration arrests alleged Enugu ritual killer, hands him over to police

We shouldn’t be swayed solely by negative global statistics — Presidency

FG revives NATEP, eyes $1tn outsourcing market

FG targets $1bn annual investment in CNG projects

FG targets 90% energy cost savings for bus drivers with CNG vehicles

We’ve restored global confidence in Nigeria’s aviation sector — Keyamo

2027: INEC ‘Withholds’ Registration Of New Parties

Tech vital in tackling corruption in govt – NITDA

NAFDAC defends crackdown on Onitsha traders, says charges lawful

Lagos, FCT lead in 256,567 unclaimed driver’s licences – FRSC

Rent: Abuja property owners crowd payment office over deadline

Abuja Public Transport System National Embarrassment –Wike

Fayemi questions delay in 2025 budget release

TUC elects new executives as Ogbonna emerges chairman in Anambra

Family of late NTA’s Kola Muyi donates rare music collection to MCSN

Tonto Dikeh celebrates 40th birthday with philanthropic flair

Speed Darlington snubs NAPTIP summons

My wife died due to my absence, I’m avenging her – Pastor Kumuyi

Record stock rally greets Tinubu’s first two years

Heirs Insurance offers N10m in essay contest

Seplat to invest in power sector

WAMCO appoints new BOT chairman

Nigerian banks to consider advanced biometrics to combat electronic fraud

Afia TV enters Lagos media market, promises impactful results

BUA Group, Hadiza Usman Renew Rift Over Rivers Port Concession

Okpebholo, Idahosa, APC leaders celebrate Appeal Court victory

Obidient forum asks Oborevwori to provide revenue details

Eno: I love PDP, but it’s time to progressively move

2026: Defection won’t affect Adeleke’s victory – PDP chair

Police escort, killed my sister, not bandits – Taraba gov

Ibas rejects Julius Berger’s quest to increase project from N195.3bn to N368bn

Aiyedatiwa inaugurates 7km road

Bayelsa begins payment of new minimum wage, arrears

Kwara seals unregistered coaching centres, cyber cafés over permit

Benue youths protest as herders kill three

Insecurity: Residents, students embark on daily mass protests in Delta community

Bolt driver shot dead in Bayelsa

Niger flood: I lost 17 members of my household — Victim laments

My son who died in Lagos building collapse scored 320 in UTME – Driver

How I became a chartered accountant at 17 – Babcock student

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*TODAY IN HISTORY*

* On this day in 1859, the Great Clock housing Big Ben started keeping time. The clock at the top of Elizabeth Tower at the north end of the British Houses of Parliament is one of the world’s best-known timekeepers.

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Do not dare not to dare. – C. S. Lewis

Good morning


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*_Al-Ittihad Saudi Club is the champion of the Kings Cup for the tenth time in its history after defeating Al-Qadisiyah Club_*

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE*

DATE: FRIDAY 30TH MAY 2025

THEME:
*NOBODY CAN SATISFY ANYBODY*

MEMORIZE
Hebrews 12:14
Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:

READ
1 Peter 3:13-18
And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?
But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;
But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:
Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.
For it is better, if the will of God be so, that ye suffer for well doing, than for evil doing.
For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
*You were not designed to meet people's expectations.*

MESSAGE
We were never created to meet people's expectations; that is God's job.

Unfortunately for God, He has not been able to satisfy the desires of "fallen humans" because they want what He hates...

This is why living to please people or to impress people is living in a fools paradise. It is a waste of time and effort.

It started in heaven, Lucifer faulted the holiest one who is without unrighteousness... and led a mutiny against the most high; His creator and boss because he was disgruntled about God's leadership style...

The father of the prodigal son couldn't satisfy his own son... he wanted more than staying in his father's house...

The people who ate miracle bread and fish from our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ also shouted, "Crucify him."

Judas Iscariot, who was shown so much love and acceptance from the best pastor, was the worst traitor and betrayer in history.

*When your best is never enough, don't blame yourself for it.*

When people disdain and contem, your best efforts care not about it. You were not designed to meet people's expectations.

Remember, the bee lives only for 40 days and must visit at least 1000 flowers to be able to produce only half of a teaspoonful of honey...

To us, it's only a teaspoonful honey, but to the bee, that is his whole life's labour and earnings...

There is only one person you should strive to please; and that is God. Having done all your best to please God, bless the LORD for whatever reactions you get from men, whether good or bad.

This is the conclusion of the whole matter;

1. Discover purpose,
2. Live maximally to release your full potential, and leave the rest for God.
3. Follow peace with all men, and as much as it lies with your strength, seek peace and pursue it.
4. Maintain a pure heart and a conscience void of offence towards others.
5. Most importantly, live ready for the LORD at all times because the time is short.

Cheers and shalom.

ACTION STEPS
1. Prayerfully meditate on today's devotional guide.
2. Be determined to be in God's good book always.
3. Do your best to stay out of trouble with all men, making peace your umpire.

REMEMBER
*You were not designed to meet people's expectations.*

PRAYERS
Dear heavenly Father, Thank you for today's devotional guide. Help me to know and to do your will always, keep me in the center of your perfect plans always and help me to pursue purpose to the fullest and to stand before you blameless in the end in Jesus name. Amen.

AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID

DAILY READING: Jeremiah 1-2; Psalms 34-37; Matthew 14-15;

HYMN
My hope is built on nothing less
Than Jesus' blood and righteousness ;
I dare not trust the sweetest frame,
But wholly lean on Jesus' name.

On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand ;
All other ground is sinking sand,
All other ground is sinking sand.

2
When darkness hides His lovely face,
I rest on His unchanging grace;
In every high and stormy gale,
My anchor holds within the vail.

3
His oath, His covenant, His blood,
Support me in the 'whelming flood ;
When all around my soul gives way,
He then is all my hope and stay.

4
When He shall come with trumpet sound,
On ,may I then in Him be found,
Clothed in His righteousness alone,
Faultless to stand before the throne !

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When Love Feels Dangerous
By Işık Abla
There are moments in the healing journey when even love feels unsafe.
Not because love itself is the enemy—but because we’ve been shaped by a version of it that hurt us.
When you’ve been abused, silenced, controlled, or punished in the name of “love,”
your nervous system starts to brace for pain… even when kindness shows up. You want to control your heart so it won’t hurt again. But in this process of self protection, you harden your heart to God’s love through the right people He sent to your path.
But here is truth:
Real love doesn’t flinch at your scars. True love is not afraid of your weaknesses. Real love doesn’t need you to be perfect before you’re worthy of care.
Whether it comes through friends, mentors, family, or divine appointments—
true love shows up with eyes of compassion and a heart that stays.
You are not “too much” for the right person.
You are not too passionate, too tender, too deep, or too intense.
You are exactly enough for what God designed you to carry.
So breathe.
Your history is not a disqualification—it’s a testimony.
Your survival is not a sign of brokenness—it’s evidence of glory.
Let safe love find you. Don’t dread it. Let God heal you through the people He sends. And let your heart learn again that not every hand that reaches for you comes to take.
God is getting ready to break your walls down. Jesus is thinning the veil that separates you from His gift of love.
Prayer:
My Heavenly Father, I surrender the places where love has felt like a threat. I invite You to heal my expectations, soothe my fear, and surround me with those who carry Your love well. I am not too much—I am a miracle in motion. Amen.

*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 30/05/2025*

Gateway Games: Delta wins 22nd national sports festival

Tinubu’s intervention saved Rivers from anarchy — Fubara

Lassa fever, meningitis kill 366 in 24 states – NCDC

Cholera: LASG threatens to demolish buildings without toilet

Deaf students urge Makinde not to sell school land

Gombe unveils plans to tackle out-of-school, almajiri crisis

China condemns US plan to revoke student visas

At least 44 killed in Gaza as Israeli airstrikes intensify

Kenyan student faces trial for fake President Ruto death post

Mauritania’s Sidi Ould Tah elected new AfDB president

Cardoso named Central Bank governor of the year at African Banker Awards

Four Nigerians face deportation over drug trafficking, fraud in India


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*DID YOU KNOW?*

* Louboutins’ iconic red soles were inspired by Andy Warhol. The 60s pop artist’s drawing Flowers caught the eye of the famous designer which gave him the idea to add the infamous sole to his designs

* Iceland has a dating app that stops you hooking up with your cousin. The dating app called Íslendingabók (Book of Icelanders) saves Icelanders that embarrassment.
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Tinubu establishes National Credit Guarantee Company

Tinubu signs order to slash oil project costs

Tinubu, Akpabio, Obasanjo, others celebrate Abiodun at 65

Akpabio names Bayelsa senator Konbowei South-South commission committee chairman

Senate panel hails establishment of new universities

Senate grills PENCOM over recruitment irregularities

Reps give WAEC 24-hour ultimatum over SSCE irregularities

Reps to engage govs, media, CSOs in constitution review drive

Ground Rent: It’s Illegal To Take Over People’s Properties, Sen Kingibe Tackles Wike

Edo gov: Appeal Court upholds Okpebholo’s victory

Ighodalo heads for Supreme Court to challenge Okpebholo’s victory

Contempt: Court bars Kanu’s in-law, Favour, from further attending proceedings

32 Internet fraudsters jailed in Edo

NAPTIP summons singer Speed Darlington over alleged minor defilement

DSS, Military Kill Terror Kingpin, Dogo Gide Loyalists In Niger Forest

Navy builds officers’ accommodation to boost welfare, morale

NSA invites Amnesty over insecurity report

FG to concession infrastructure projects to repay loans — Edun

FG plans regional airline, rail firms in N’East

Tuggar hails Tinubu’s global strides in two years

Your bitterness won’t erase Tinubu’s achievements, Onanuga slams Atiku

Gombe, Bauchi meet NEPL, AOML over Kolmani oil field operations

FG rolls out CNG buses in 20 federal varsities

NNMDA unveils herbal medicines for ulcer, diarrhoea

HYPREP raises committee for 100-bed Ogoni hospital

32% of teachers fail professional qualifying TRCN exam, says council director

Tinubu’s performance in two years unprecedented – Wike

Wike knocks Senator Kingibe over Ground Rent saga

First Lady donates 7 buses to CAN youth wing

SWAN organises South, North football match to promote unity

TotalEnergies sells stake in Bonga field to Shell

Fidelity Bank awards scholarships on Children’s Day

FCMB reaffirms support for Ojude Oba festival

CinqTech sponsors Lagos Country Club swimming fiesta

Make ‘Nigeria First’ policy a law, MAN urges govt

PRP urges NASS to reject Tinubu’s fresh loan request

Enugu, Gov Mbah must remain PDP — Nwobodo

June 12: Military forced Nigerians to chose between Abiola, Tofa — Waziri

Tinubu’s $24bn loan request reckless, immoral — Atiku

WAEC exam in darkness, a national disgrace — Atiku

Mid-term: Tinubu has lifted gloom over Nigeria, says APC

Suswam blames PDP’s crisis on Damagum, Bala Mohammed

Rivers: Difficult decisions will be made, says Fubara

Adeleke rebukes NBA, Supreme Court over Osun council crisis, autonomy verdict

Katsina gov calls for information to arrest bandits

Sokoto more secure under Aliyu, says govt

Uzodimma merges two ministries, directs commissioner to hand over

Tinubu deserves second term in office, says Okpebholo

70–80% of insecurity perpetrators live within communities – Gov. Radda

I’ve Not Collected A Single Loan In Two Years – Uba Sani

Gombe gov builds N68.5bn secretariat

Fintiri begins N19.9bn Adamawa conference centre project

Zulum hails NEDC’s contributions to Borno’s post-insurgency recovery efforts

Yusuf unveils re-construction of Kano’s Zungeru road

Ogun traders fault Osun gov over Adire origin claim

Court acquits Jigawa man standing trial for armed robbery

SUBEB hails Alia’s educational strides in two years

Kwara unveils programme to promote healthy eating habits

Police arrest principal suspects in killing of Kano DPO

Police arrest 46 youths after Ondo cult clash

Police kill notorious kidnapper, murderer, M-Kaze, in Rivers

How my estranged husband rapes me – 14-year-old wife

21 corpses recovered as midnight flood sweeps 50 homes in Niger


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*TODAY IN HISTORY*

* On this day in 1967, the Republic of Biafra was proclaimed. The short-lived state consisted of Nigeria’s Eastern Region. Its secession sparked the Nigerian Civil War, which lasted until 1970 and resulted in the region’s re-integration into Nigeria.

* On this day in 2011, Germany abandoned nuclear energy. The government’s decision followed the nuclear meltdown at Japan’s Fukushima power plant and years of hands-on protests and activism by Germany powerful anti-nuclear movement.

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Don’t dream of winning, train for it. – Mohamed Farah

Good morning



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

OSTEOPOROSIS: The Silent Thief

Osteoporosis is often called the “Silent thief”- because it steals bone strength without any warning signs until a fracture occurs.

This condition affects over 200 million people globally, but women bear the greatest burden.

Let’s talk about it👇🏼

3 Things You Should Know About Osteoporosis

1. It develops silently

Osteoporosis doesn’t cause pain or visible symptoms in the early stages.

Your bones just gradually lose density, becoming weak and porous over time- until a bone breaks.

2. 80% of the population affected are women

Women are four times more likely than men to develop osteoporosis.

This is mostly due to loss of estrogen after menopause which accelerates bone loss.

3. It’s the most common cause of bone fractures

Osteoporosis is the leading reason why bones break in older adults, especially at the hip, spine and wrist.

This can happen even from minor falls or sneezing.

WHAT CAUSES OSTEOPOROSIS?

Bone is constantly being broken down and rebuilt.

It is known as bone resorption and formation, where old bones are broken down, and new ones are formed.

Osteoporosis develops when creation of new bone doesn’t keep up with the loss of old bone.

Factors that contribute to this include:

- Low estrogen in women, especially after menopause
- Low testosterone in men
- Inadequate calcium and Vitamin D intake
- Smoking and excessive alcohol
- Physical inactivity and lack of weight bearing exercises
- Chronic diseases like arthritis
- Long term use of corticosteroids and anti-seizure medications.

WHAT CAN BE DONE ABOUT OSTEOPOROSIS?

Loss of bone mass can be prevented, its progression slowed or even halted altogether.

How do you do this?

- Build strong bones early

The first 30 years of your life are critical for building peak bone mass.

- Eat bone friendly foods ( Calcium, Vitamin D, protein and magnesium rich foods)

- Exercise regularly (Strength training, aerobics and balance exercises)

- Quit smoking and avoid excessive alcohol.

- All women above 65 should get screened for a bone density test.

Younger women at higher risk (like family history) should also consider getting screened.

- Treat the condition when it’s present and accompany it with supplements like Faforon.

*THE RESTORER'S DAILY GUIDE*

DATE: FRIDAY 30TH MAY 2025

THEME:
*NOBODY CAN SATISFY ANYBODY*

MEMORIZE
Hebrews 12:14
Follow peace with all men, and holiness, without which no man shall see the Lord:

READ
1 Peter 3:13-18
And who is he that will harm you, if ye be followers of that which is good?
But and if ye suffer for righteousness' sake, happy are ye: and be not afraid of their terror, neither be troubled;
But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:
Having a good conscience; that, whereas they speak evil of you, as of evildoers, they may be ashamed that falsely accuse your good conversation in Christ.
For it is better, if the will of God be so, that ye suffer for well doing, than for evil doing.
For Christ also hath once suffered for sins, the just for the unjust, that he might bring us to God, being put to death in the flesh, but quickened by the Spirit:

THOUGHT FOR THE DAY
*You were not designed to meet people's expectations.*

MESSAGE
We were never created to meet people's expectations; that is God's job.

Unfortunately for God, He has not been able to satisfy the desires of "fallen humans" because they want what He hates...

This is why living to please people or to impress people is living in a fools paradise. It is a waste of time and effort.

It started in heaven, Lucifer faulted the holiest one who is without unrighteousness... and led a mutiny against the most high; His creator and boss because he was disgruntled about God's leadership style...

The father of the prodigal son couldn't satisfy his own son... he wanted more than staying in his father's house...

The people who ate miracle bread and fish from our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ also shouted, "Crucify him."

Judas Iscariot, who was shown so much love and acceptance from the best pastor, was the worst traitor and betrayer in history.

*When your best is never enough, don't blame yourself for it.*

When people disdain and contem, your best efforts care not about it. You were not designed to meet people's expectations.

Remember, the bee lives only for 40 days and must visit at least 1000 flowers to be able to produce only half of a teaspoonful of honey...

To us, it's only a teaspoonful honey, but to the bee, that is his whole life's labour and earnings...

There is only one person you should strive to please; and that is God. Having done all your best to please God, bless the LORD for whatever reactions you get from men, whether good or bad.

This is the conclusion of the whole matter;

1. Discover purpose,
2. Live maximally to release your full potential, and leave the rest for God.
3. Follow peace with all men, and as much as it lies with your strength, seek peace and pursue it.
4. Maintain a pure heart and a conscience void of offence towards others.
5. Most importantly, live ready for the LORD at all times because the time is short.

Cheers and shalom.

ACTION STEPS
1. Prayerfully meditate on today's devotional guide.
2. Be determined to be in God's good book always.
3. Do your best to stay out of trouble with all men, making peace your umpire.

REMEMBER
*You were not designed to meet people's expectations.*

PRAYERS
Dear heavenly Father, Thank you for today's devotional guide. Help me to know and to do your will always, keep me in the center of your perfect plans always and help me to pursue purpose to the fullest and to stand before you blameless in the end in Jesus name. Amen.

AUTHOR: JEDIDIAH DAVID

DAILY READING: Jeremiah 1-2; Psalms 34-37; Matthew 14-15;

HYMN
My hope is built on nothing less
Than Jesus' blood and righteousness ;
I dare not trust the sweetest frame,
But wholly lean on Jesus' name.

On Christ, the solid Rock, I stand ;
All other ground is sinking sand,
All other ground is sinking sand.

2
When darkness hides His lovely face,
I rest on His unchanging grace;
In every high and stormy gale,
My anchor holds within the vail.

3
His oath, His covenant, His blood,
Support me in the 'whelming flood ;
When all around my soul gives way,
He then is all my hope and stay.

4
When He shall come with trumpet sound,
On ,may I then in Him be found,
Clothed in His righteousness alone,
Faultless to stand before the throne !

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