*SOME NIGERIAN NEWSPAPER HEADLINES+, 23/07/2025* Tax evasion, profit shifting cost Nigeria $18bn yearly – Minister Nasarawa court jails man 21 years for defiling three-month-old baby Ahead Proposed Strike: FG, Doctors Meet Today Natasha heads to court after Senate blockade, faults Akpabio Super Falcons beat South Africa, qualify for WAFCON final Lokpobiri: Crude oil production hits 1.8mb/d CBN Retains Interest Rates At 27.5% Dangote in Aso Rock Villa to meet Tinubu Naira depreciates to N1,555/$ in parallel market Israeli protest in Tel Aviv over Gaza food shortages US emerges top supplier of crude to Nigeria — Report 3.5m children suffering from severe acute malnutrition in Nigeria, says UNICEF --------------------------- *DID YOU KNOW?* * Pistanthrophobia is a common fear of trusting people due to past experiences with relationships gone bad such as betrayal, heartbreak, or significant disappointment. * Walking uses a total of 200 muscles with every step you take. --------------------------- Tinubu hails Kaduna’s peace model as Kaduna, Qatar donate houses to banditry victims Tinubu holds briefing with finance, budget, gas ministers Tinubu sets Q1 2026 deadline for National Single Window Senate dismisses new states claim, holds Buhari tribute Senate okays Tinubu’s $21bn foreign loans FG set to clear N81bn N-Power backlog — Senate Deputy Senate President, others back Anioma State creation Speaker Abbas, Almakura seek collaboration against fake news, misinformation Reps challenge US over cut in visa validity Recover N103.8bn, $950,000 from MDAs, Reps urge EFCC, ICPC Rep proposes bill compelling civil servants to use public schools, hospitals Natasha: Some Of The Senators Against Me Should Be In Jail Court to rule Oct. 16 on alleged terrorist negotiator Tukur Mamu’s third bail bid Five arraigned for illegal waste dumping in Lagos 17 suspected Nasarawa Internet fraudsters to face trial Court adjourns defamation suit filed by Maharaj Ji to Oct 20 Lagos Court declares Awoga as Orijeru of Igbooye Military conducts aerial, land patrols to protect farmers Boko Haram frees Catholic priest, 10 others in Borno NDLEA operative shot dead during raid in Ondo Envoys absence not a vacuum, FG counters ADC RMAFC gets nod for N105.14bn 2025 appropriation from Reps Finance Committee Direct transfers to LGAs delayed by structural issues – Edun FG eyes one million hectares, 460,000 tonnes of soybeans in two years NCAA threatens to sanction foreign airlines for not declaring sums above $10,000 NNPC poised to transform Africa into refining hub – Ojulari PTDF screens 151 S’East candidates for overseas scheme I never received ₦4bn monthly from NDDC, Amaechi’s wife replies Wike UNIEC calls for Kanu’s release, Igbo leaders beg Tinubu S-East residents lament soaring house rent, say ‘it is choking’ Tinubu, problem solver on national security — Jega Remove my name from watch-listed persons, Igboho begs Fed Govt SEC targets $500bn from dormant commodities, minerals Debt-to-GDP ratio drops to 39.4% after GDP rebasing Dormant Ajaokuta Steel Company owes N5.6bn electricity debt Dangote exports 1.3bn litres petrol as marketers buy foreign fuel Atiku warns as Okpebholo, Wike insist on Obi’s visit clearance Nigerians Can’t Eat GDP, ADC Tells FG 2027: PDP kicks off 101st NEC meeting today Another Osun Fed lawmaker dumps Adeleke, PDP ADC boils over Tinubu endorsement by Adeleke, Oyinlola Radda resumes duties after auto crash Wike commissions revived Edo line, lauds Okpebholo’s leadership Abiodun constitutes pension funds management committees Report on state creation mischievous, says Otti Gombe borrowed N1.3bn monthly between 2013, 2019 to pay workers’ salaries – Gov Pension row: Ogun workers suspend strike after interventions Yobe reopens markets, maps cattle routes as security improves Abia partners shoe maker to raise output Royal family seeks Sanwo-Olu’s intervention over installation of new Onikoyi Teenager arrested for suspected killing of Jigawa youth Young man killed while joining cult in Lagos Driver drowns during beach trip with Indians in Lagos Man rescued from 80-foot well in Lagos --------------------------- *TODAY IN HISTORY* * On this day in 2005, a Lufthansa aircraft from Frankfurt crash-landed at Lagos airport and was badly damaged, but no life was lost. * On this day in 1992, Abkhazia declared independence from Georgia. The Republic of Abkhazia, is a disputed territory of Georgia and is recognized as an independent state by only a handful of counties including Russia, Nicaragua, Venezuela, Nauru, Tuvalu. --------------------------- Intense love does not measure, it just gives. – Mother T *Compiled by Hon. Osuji George osujis@yahoo.com +234-8122200446*

We will strengthen our security by building missile defense, restoring our military might, and standing by and strengthening our intelligence officers.

Military intelligence is a contradiction in terms.

37 WAYS TO SPICE UP YOUR MARRIAGE Below are what you can do to spice up your marriage 1. 📍GO OUT ON DATES TOGETHER When did you and your spouse last go out on a date?" Your marriage will not thrive if you spend ALL YOUR TIME being "Mommy" & "Daddy"! This is why many marriages become boring. Children are a blessing but don't reduce your marriage to just raising children alone and paying bills. You need to spend time as a " Husband " & "Wife" too... Balance is the key! Make time for quality time. Both of you need to INTENTIONALLY do things that make you enjoy each other's company. Give your children to a relative or close friend for some hours and have a nice time with your spouse. Taking breaks from your children is healthy, date night with your spouse is needed and essential. 2. 📍WATCH INTERESTING FILMS TOGETHER 3. 📍GIST TOGETHER. Communication is the backbone of marriage. Make communication fun. Be excited to see your sweetheart, to hear about their day, and to spend time with them. 4. 📍PLAY ROMANTIC GAME TOGETHER 5. 📍ATTEND SOCIAL ENGAGEMENT TOGETHER, 6. 📍ENJOY LOVE MAKING TOGETHER, 7. 📍TAKE A SHOWER TOGETHER Taking a shower together is a simple way to spice up your $€x life. Taking time to shower together is both relaxing and sensual. Having your spouse wash your back or shampoo your hair helps to relieve pent-up tension after a long, hard day. Remember to take your time when lathering your spouse’s body. 8. 📍MAKE L0VE OUTSIDE YOUR BEDROOM. Your home has multiple rooms, so why isolate $€x to just your bedroom? Make l0ve in the bathroom, in the sitting room, in the kitchen, and book a room in a hotel just for you and your spouse to make l0ve 9. 📍PLAY OR JOKE WITH EACH OTHER. Marriage is not a military ground. It is a place of love, romance, and fun. 10. 📍BE KIND TO YOUR SPOUSE. KINDNESS IS $EXY! 11. 📍TAKE A STROLL TOGETHER, 12. 📍REJOICE TOGETHER, 13. 📍LAUGH TOGETHER, 14. 📍DANCE IN THE LIVING ROOM. After you put the children to bed, turn on “Your Song” and dance to it in your living room. 15. 📍SING LOVE SONG TOGETHER, 16. 📍EAT TOGETHER, 17. 📍SURPRISE YOUR SPOUSE. An unexpected gesture or gift is always welcome as long as it is something you know your partner will be interested in 18. 📍DO EXERCISE TOGETHER, 19. 📍SLEEP TOGETHER IN THE SAME ROOM, 20. 📍PLAY FOOTBALL TOGETHER, 21. 📍HAVE A SPA NIGHT. Give each other massages, put on some face masks, and enjoy a relaxing evening together 22. 📍DO HOUSE CHORES TOGETHER, 23. 📍PRAY AND SERVE GOD TOGETHER, 24. 📍TAKE MORE PICTURES. The only pictures you’ll ever r€gret are the ones you never took. Take all the pictures you can, and set aside time to re-live those simple memories. 25. 📍COMPLIMENT YOUR SPOUSE! Express your heart’s words. This is one of the kindest, most meaningful things you can do for your other half. Words carry a huge amount of power and purpose. 26. 📍TALK ABOUT $€X LIFE AND HOW TO IMPROVE ITN Share with your spouse what you want and need from your $ex life. Tell him/her what you enjoy. If you had a great night of $€x, say something. Compliment your spouse and encourage him/her to do it again. If you want better $€x with your spouse, then you must be willing to talk about it. While sitting on the couch, talk about what is working, what you wish your spouse did more often, and what you enjoy. Remember, our spouses are not mind readers. Let your spouse know what you like and how you like it. 27. 📍LOOK AT EACH OTHER INSTEAD OF AT A SCREEN. Give your partner your undivided attention. 28. 📍PUT YOUR PHONES AWAY. Spend an entire evening without your phones —your relationship will thank you. 29. 📍ATTEND CHURCH SERVICES TOGETHER, 30. 📍SOLVE YOUR PROBLEM TOGETHER, 31. 📍READ QUALITY BOOKS TOGETHER & ATTEND MARRIAGE SEMINARS TOGETHER 32. 📍DO SOMETHING SPONTANEOUS. Go on an adventure and have an exciting and romantic experience with your honey. 33. 📍BE THERE FOR EACH OTHER AND CELEBRATE TOGETHER WITH YOUR SPOUSE. 34. 📍BE ROMANTIC AT HOME. DON'T BE BORING Plan a night at home to dress up and have dinner together. Dim the lights, light candles, play some romantic music, and get romantic and cozy in your home once the kids have gone to bed. 35. 📍TRY SOMETHING NEW. These activities include everything from trying new restaurants, taking up a new hobby, or traveling to a destination you have never been together. Play a new game, listen to romantic music together, and cook a new meal as a team Spend time together and reignite the intimacy. 36. 📍LEARN AND SPEAK YOUR SPOUSE'S LOVE LANGUAGE Learning and speaking your spouse's love language is one of the best things you can do to enhance your everyday life. 37. 📍LOOK THROUGH WEDDING PHOTOS. Wedding photos can bring back feelings and memories from your special day you can’t get anywhere else. *Have Fun... Have Fun... & More Fun... Marriage Is A Place Of Love & Romance! Enjoy Your Marriage. Doing These keeps your Marriage Fresh and lively and brings you & Your Spouse Closer. Treat Your Spouse As Your Best Friend And A Treasure Not As Your Enemy.” Love your spouse like there is no tomorrow, and if tomorrow comes, wake up and do it over again. Marriage Is A True Test Of Love! YOUR MARRIAGE IS WHAT YOU MAKE IT TO BE! May The Lord Make Your Marriage A Heaven On Earth In Jesus' Name.

‍📸 #BREAKING | The “iDF” (#ZOF aka iOF) terrorist organization admits to the elimination of one more of its vile terrorists in southern #Gaza’s #KhanYunis earlier today: ☠ Staff Sgt. Amit Cohen, 19, of the “Golani” Brigade’s 13th Battalion. 💥 ZOF claims Cohen was killed by a blast inside a building in Khan Yunis from #Zionist military munitions that detonated. 💥 The explosion also seriously wounded an officer (ZOF terrorist) in the 13th Battalion, the ZOF says. 📈 A total of 894 ZOF terrorists have been eliminated since 7th October 2023, according to ZOF data.

Federal Government has announced that the paramilitary recruitment portal will reopen today, Monday, July 21.

Local Government Chairman in Niger State, wore a full Army uniform to accompany Nigerian Army troops into the forest to fight bandits in his local Government. ‎According to a post by his Media Aide, Muhammad Sale, on July 19, 2025, the Chairman of Rijau Local Government Area in Niger State, Hon. Danladi K. Uganda, was seen wearing full military camouflage while accompanying Nigerian Army troops deep into the forests of Rijau an area that has suffered repeated attacks from armed criminals. ‎ ‎The chairman joined soldiers and other security operatives on the front lines in a bold move aimed at combating banditry and supporting ongoing security operations. ‎ ‎This courageous action has drawn widespread praise from residents and observers alike, who see it as a powerful act of solidarity with both the military and the local communities affected by insecurity.

🔸 Pope condemns Israel’s ‘barbarity’ in Gaza Church attack 📌 The Pope said that the recent Israeli attack on a church in Gaza adds to the ongoing military attacks against the civilian population and places of worship in Gaza. 🖇 en.irna.ir/news/85893145/ 📲 @Irna_en

Ukraine's Massive Drone Attacks on Russia Has Forced Closure of All Major Airports in Moscow According to a report by the BBC News on Sunday 20 July, 2025, a wave of Ukrainian drone assaults prompted temporary shutdowns of all major airports in Moscow over the weekend, grounding over 140 flights and forcing more than 130 diversions, Russian aviation authorities reported. Russia’s Ministry of Defence confirmed that since Saturday morning, its forces intercepted over 230 drones across various regions, with 27 reportedly neutralized in Moscow's airspace alone. The Kaluga region, southwest of the capital, also experienced significant disruption after 45 drones were intercepted, prompting a temporary closure of Kaluga International Airport. Tourism officials indicated that Moscow’s airports faced ten closures within 24 hours, underscoring the scale and frequency of the aerial threats. Despite the turmoil, normal operations have since resumed across the affected airports. Elsewhere, Ukrainian officials reported that Russian air raids killed at least three civilians overnight. In Donetsk, two individuals lost their lives in separate attacks, while a 78-year-old woman died in Sumy after fires consumed residential buildings. Ukraine’s military stated it successfully downed 18 of 57 drones launched by Russia overnight, with another seven reportedly neutralized by radar interference. The attacks spanned frontline regions, including Zaporizhzhia, Dnipropetrovsk, Kharkiv, Sumy, and Donetsk. Amid the rising hostilities, Kremlin spokesperson Dmitry Peskov said on Russian television, “President Putin has repeatedly spoken of his desire to bring the Ukrainian settlement to a peaceful conclusion as soon as possible.” In a countergesture, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky proposed restarting negotiations with Russia, expressing willingness to engage directly with President Putin. While previous efforts failed to establish a ceasefire, both sides have exchanged prisoners in the past. Support for Ukraine surged following an announcement from U.S. President Donald Trump, who pledged advanced weapon deliveries through NATO allies and warned of severe tariffs against Russia unless a peace deal is struck within 50 days. Responding to Trump’s declaration, Peskov commented on Sunday: “Everyone has grown accustomed to his [Trump’s] rather harsh and straightforward rhetoric.”

*Nigeria: Lagos protests over university name change* Students say the name change could damage the university's reputation 30 May 2012 Students in Nigeria's main city of Lagos have been involved in angry protests about the president's decision to change the name of their university. Hundreds of them blocked a major bridge and other main roads, causing chaos. The renaming of the University of Lagos to Moshood Abiola University was made without warning on Tuesday. Abiola, a politician who died in custody during military rule, is seen by many as a hero, but the students say they should have been consulted first. He won elections in 1993 which were then annulled by the military and he died in prison five years later. https://www.bbc.com/news/world-africa-18271406.amp

The Tale of Alaafin Ajaka and Sango: A Story of Brotherhood, Power, and Legacy in Yoruba History The Beginning: Ajaka’s Peaceful Reign In the early history of the Oyo Empire, two royal brothers—Ajaka and Sango—would leave a lasting imprint on Yoruba culture, history, and mythology. Both were sons of Oranyan, the founder of the Oyo Empire and a descendant of Oduduwa, the legendary progenitor of the Yoruba people. Ajaka, the elder of the two, inherited the throne of Oyo as Alaafin (king). He was known for his calm, diplomatic, and non-aggressive nature. Unlike many of his predecessors who expanded their territory through warfare and power politics, Ajaka chose to rule through peace, tolerance, and dialogue. He emphasized internal development, peaceful coexistence with neighbors, and restraint in conflict. However, his peaceful disposition was not well received in a time when strength, military might, and fear were key instruments of governance. His preference for peace was seen by many warriors and chiefs as a weakness, and this sentiment began to grow among the influential Oyo Mesi—the council of kingmakers tasked with keeping the Alaafin in check. The Dethronement of Ajaka Tension eventually boiled over when Ajaka refused to respond aggressively to provocations from surrounding kingdoms, especially the powerful Owu kingdom. When he avoided military confrontation with Owu and instead sought peaceful negotiation, the Oyo Mesi perceived this as a betrayal of Oyo’s warrior heritage and military dominance. The Oyo Mesi, led by Bashorun (the head of the council), used their constitutional power to dethrone Ajaka, sending him into exile. His removal was seen as a corrective measure to restore the authority and reputation of the Oyo throne. In his place, the council sought someone with a fiery and commanding presence—Ajaka’s younger brother, Sango, who had been building a name for himself in Nupe country. The Rise of Sango Sango was everything Ajaka was not. Where Ajaka was calm and diplomatic, Sango was bold, impulsive, and strong-willed. Trained as a warrior and rumored to possess supernatural powers, he had become famous for his magical control of lightning and thunder. He was charismatic, fearless, and deeply respected by military leaders. When he took the throne, Sango launched campaigns of expansion, reasserting Oyo’s dominance. Under his rule, Oyo’s military power grew, and he appointed great generals such as Timi Agbale Olofa-Ina and Gbonka, who were instrumental in enforcing Sango's authority. But while Sango’s military might restored the glory of the Oyo Empire, his fiery temper and growing pride became his downfall. According to legend, Sango’s magical powers, which he used to call down thunder, accidentally caused a fire that consumed part of his palace. In one version of the tale, he was overcome by guilt and shame and hung himself. In another, he disappeared into the heavens, transforming into an Orisha (deity)—thus becoming the god of thunder and lightning in the Yoruba religion. Ajaka's Return to the Throne After Sango’s mysterious and tragic end, the Oyo Mesi, now more cautious, looked to the past for stability. They recalled Ajaka from exile and offered him the throne once again, making him one of the very few monarchs in Yoruba history to rule twice. This time, Ajaka returned not as a soft ruler, but as a wiser and more assertive king. He had learned from the past and chose to balance peace with strength. While still diplomatic, he no longer tolerated insubordination or external threats without consequence. His second reign was marked by moderation, growth, and a restored sense of unity in the empire. Legacy and Significance The story of Ajaka and Sango is more than a tale of two brothers—it is a study in the contrast between peaceful diplomacy and militaristic power, between restraint and aggression, between myth and history. Sango’s deification and Ajaka’s rare return to the throne show how Yoruba culture weaves human leadership with spiritual symbolism, highlighting that no ruler is perfect, and no form of leadership is absolute. Ajaka’s patience and evolution into a more assertive king suggest that wisdom sometimes lies in waiting, while Sango’s fiery rise and divine transformation reflect the power of passion and destiny. What Do You Know About This Story? This account is drawn from a blend of oral history, myth, and recorded tradition. Different regions and families may tell it differently. Some say Sango never died but became a god. Others say Ajaka ruled for many more years in peace. What version have you heard? What do you know about the story of Ajaka and Sango? What lessons do you think it teaches about leadership, power, and legacy in Yoruba history?