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All hands must be on deck to eradicate poverty in Nigeria – Stakeholders By Ifeoma Ikem

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All hands must be on deck to eradicate poverty in Nigeria – Stakeholders

By Ifeoma Ikem

Some stakeholders urged that all hands must be on deck to help pull Nigeria out of extreme poverty.

They made the call at the International World Peace Advocate (IAWPA) event to commemorate the 2024 World Poverty day in Lagos.

The UNDP had reported that more than one billion people are living in acute poverty across the globe and that Nigeria is the second to the last.

Dr Bolaji Akinyemi, a guest speaker at the event noted that the major root of poverty is the deprivation of people’s access to basic necessities.

He said that the poor in Nigeria keep struggling for basic needs and there is no solution in sight to lift them out of extreme poverty.

“The poverty level across all the country is alarming, for the giant of Africa to overtake India, a country seven times its population is so worrisome.

`”We need to expand our economic opportunities and embrace technology which will end poverty in Nigeria.

“Technology will help to improve the country’s economic productivity and opportunities for its citizens.

He called for more investment in human capital to create more jobs for women and young people.

“We have to get the mind, which is a place of moral and educate the hands, which is where skills take place.

“So that if you can’t get something to do with your head, you can find something to do with your heart.

“If you can’t find something to do with your mind, you can get something to do with your hands, he added.

He urged the government to increase access to financial opportunities to people in the rural communities and advance technological innovations across the nation.

Amb Prof Chidi Eheriodo, the Director of IAWPA said Nigerian need to come home to restructure, promote and develop the youth with skills and mega resources.

” Youths are the future of the country, now is the time for us to salvage the nation.

“No one is going to do it for us, we have to come together, reason together and forget about palliatives’’.

HRM Dr Eberechukwu Kanu Oji in his goodwill message noted that poverty is a challenge that needs to be tackled or it will tackle us.

“About 4.29million people are living in extreme poverty and Nigeria has the largest number in Africa.

“With deep sense of responsibility as a royal father, with all these information, they show that this is the best time to act.

“In the 19 communities in Arochukwu, Abia state, we have a special youth empowerment programme where all the youth get grants.

“The programme is to empower youths and eradicate poverty, when the youths are empowered, there would be no reason for them not to succeed and the future secured’’.

He reiterated that when youths are empowered, their future is guaranteed.

“Work is going on in my communities; we are constantly giving orientation to youths on the importance of sport, fighting drugs and cultism.

“Most importantly, we train them to become leaders in the society. If other zones would emulate our programmes, poverty would be reduced to the barest minimum, he added

 

All hands must be on deck to eradicate poverty in Nigeria – Stakeholders  By Ifeoma Ikem

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ONDO EAST-WEST FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY APC ADOPTS OTUNBA BOLA FISAYO

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ONDO EAST-WEST FEDERAL CONSTITUENCY APC ADOPTS OTUNBA BOLA FISAYO

 

Ahead of APC House of Representatives Election scheduled for Saturday 16th of May 2026, Ondo EAST-WEST Federal Constituency stakeholders have adopted Otunba Bola Olawafisayo as its flagbearer.

 

Rising from the stakeholders’ meeting held at Harmony Estate in Ondo city, a source close to Otunba Bola Olawafisayo disclosed that arrangements have been perfect and party members will formally adopt Otunba Bola Olawafisayo on Saturday the very day slated very for the primary.

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Excitement as Zamfara Under Governor Lawal Begins Airlift of Pilgrims at Zamfara Airport

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Excitement as Zamfara Under Governor Lawal Begins Airlift of Pilgrims at Zamfara Airport

 

There is palpable excitement in Zamfara State as the administration of Governor Dauda Lawal officially commenced the 2026 Hajj airlift for pilgrims from the Gusau Airport (GIA). In a historic move aimed at easing the pilgrimage process, the state government announced that the first batch of pilgrims who departed for the Holy Land today, Friday, 15th May 2026.

This milestone marks the fulfillment of Governor Lawal’s promise to make direct departures from Zamfara a reality, eliminating the need for pilgrims to travel to other states for airlift. However, the state government has issued a strict advisory to the public regarding conduct at the airport. To ensure security and facilitate the smooth coordination of the airlift operations, escorting pilgrims to the airport is strictly prohibited.

Family members and friends wishing to bid farewell to their loved ones are directed to do so only at the Hajj Camp. The restriction, according to officials, is a necessary measure to prevent congestion and maintain order at the airport premises. Officials confirm that the airlift is now underway at Gusau International Airport. The development has been met with widespread praise from intending pilgrims, who expressed relief at being able to begin their spiritual journey directly from their home state.

The Zamfara State Government extended its sincere gratitude to Governor Lawal for his commitment, emphasizing that the direct airlift reflects a new chapter of convenience and efficiency for the state’s annual Hajj operations.

 

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Dr. Chris Okafor Declares Grace Nation Is In The Season Of Signs And Wonders

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Dr. Chris Okafor Declares Grace Nation Is In The Season Of Signs And Wonders

…Reaffirm that when disobedience occurs, God’s Kingdom withdraws; serving with sincerity and fervor leads to triumph

~By Sunday Adeyemi

 

The metamorphosis of Grace Nation into a terrestrial paradise is palpable, with multifaceted miracles manifesting daily, as it has evolved from a church into a comprehensive movement where the all-powerful hand of God operates in diverse dimensions

The 14th of May 2026 midweek Prophetic Healing Deliverance and Solutions service was a testament to the power of faith, witnessing remarkable displays of miraculous healings, deliverances, and solutions. God’s omnipresent hand was visibly manifest, touching lives and restoring health, notably in the case of a man afflicted with body pains for 26 years, who, after being prayed for by the Generational Prophet, experienced instantaneous relief.

During the midweek service, a notable miracle took place when an 11-year-old boy who was born mute spoke for the first time. Furthermore, a woman carrying twins for an extraordinary period of 2 years was suddenly delivered; labor ensued immediately after she received prayer, necessitating her hospitalization. In a stunning display of divine intervention, growth ceased, and a woman testified to the efficacy of the Generational Prophet’s prayers, which had been offered on her behalf a few weeks earlier. Specifically, her business-related struggles seemed insurmountable until her tricycle, which had lain dormant for weeks, suddenly sprang to life without any mechanical intervention.

Marital obstacles hindering the two brides-to-be were removed, as many expectant mothers were blessed with miracle babies. It is evident that Grace Nation is undergoing its phases of astounding Signs and Wonders.

Generational Prophet Dr. Chris Okafor, in his teachings on ‘Dealing With My Daddy’s Devil,’ points out that the sins of fathers can weigh heavily on their children, and unless one actively works to break this cycle, generational battles will inevitably continue from one generation to the next

*How to Deal with Your Daddy’s Devil*

To successfully address the issue of generational curses or strongholds in your family, it is necessary to understand the underlying spiritual principles and technical aspects. Knowing the source and method of entry of the devil into your bloodline, as well as the reasons behind its establishment in your father’s house, is vital. By understanding these key concepts, you will be able to make positive changes and effectively deal with these generational battles

*Breaking Free from Generational Conflict.*

In order to overcome the devilish influences of your father, serving your Lord and Savior in truth and spirit is essential; this empowers and elevates you above all earthly struggles

A strong prayer life is crucial for spiritual well-being; the devil commonly uses the depletion of one’s prayer life as a tactic to dominate the lives of God’s spiritually vulnerable children

Hence, the sole legitimate approach to terminating the devil’s influence within one’s family lineage involves authentic devotion to God, necessitating a superior force to dislodge an entrenched inferior spirit, with Generational Prophet of God Dr. Chris Okafor underscoring adherence to covenant principles as pivotal in transcending intergenerational curses

The midweek Prophetic Healing Deliverance and Solutions (PHDS) took place at the International Headquarters of Grace Nation Worldwide, situated in Ojodu Berger, Lagos, Nigeria.

 

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