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Prophet Joshua Iginla talks on Corruption in Church, Nigerian Government

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Prophet Joshua Iginla, General Overseer of Champions Royal assembly has lend out his voice in the issue of corruption in Nigerian Government and in the Church today. He expressed his displeasure on the fight against corruption, stating that it is one – sided.

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‘’Greed is the breathing ground for corruption. Where you see greed, you see corruption. It is in various categories. You have to be satisfied with what God has given you. The unsearchable ways of acquiring wealth you might not necessarily spend in your life time is one of the reason we have corruption. As a clergy, I believe the first place to fight corruption is our religious institution. The church, the mosque and fighting corruption isn’t preaching against it alone but also putting structure In place that will kill greed. There’s what I call spiritual greed. It’s when the man of God thinks he is the only one God can use or God has called. Some people can be so greedy that they feel they are the only one God has called and every other person is a counterfeit. We leave in a world where people have acquired and keep acquiring even though they have made billions of dollars. Some have acquired wealth that even if they spend N50 Million everyday till they leave this world, it won’t finish. Yet they are still acquiring and they can’t give out.

 

Greed is one level of Danger. When you move from the church to the circular world, I never know how Greed has eaten the fabric of Nigeria until the current Government came in.

I have my reservation for their fight for corruption and I think they have made some bold steps in exposing certain cankerworms in our nation where certain minority have become very rich to the detriment of certain majority. This is all because of Greed.

Where a single Individual builds houses everywhere, yet you cant live in this houses you have built or bought. It is in this dispensation that we see people burying  money in farms, Soak away And other unlikely places.

You just need to go out and see how people are suffering:no food to eat while some little minority have improverished this nation , taking our oil money and put them in their pocket but still visit churches and mosques. I feel its a failure of spiritual leaders , be it Christians or Muslims from the altar and that is why when we say charity must begin at home it has to begin with our religious institutions.

We live in a nation where pastors build schools their pastors cant even afford yet they get the tithe and offering from the church. I feel it is corruption on its own when we build schools, university that pastors cannot attend. Even their children and members cannot attend.

I feel its absolute corruption. If we must fight corruption it must start from our religious institution.

I have seen a lot of Muslims flying private jet, there’s nothing bad in it but the problem is how did they get the money. They were ex politicians. So how much was their salary as Governors, Senators that they have such.

I have my reservation in the fight for corruption. It is not holistic. It is one sided and that isn’t what we need at this time. I will throw more accolade  to the present regime for the bold step to fight corruption because everybody now seems to be careful. Some people can’t take their money to bank , some are afraid and that is to show that the battle against corruption is taking a new dimension ,a new pace and a new view. Still I feel it is corruption itself when a leader is voted into power, to be in power for four years and he or she has made vows to the citizens that he will do some certain things, You will give free meal, give people money and while you haven’t delivered such promises, you have started thinking of contesting for the next election, it is corruption itself,if we must fight corruption, we must come with pure hand and make sure our heart merges with what we are promising. There is corruption everywhere, I’m yet to see an holy angel that will really fight corruption the way it should be but we want to thank God for the steps this current regime is taking but I still say if everybody from a particular party are corrupt and some people in a particular party are not corrupt, it is corruption itself when the battle is one sided. The root of all this is greed and may God help us from this greed that has eaten up the fabrics , everywhere, Greed! It is corruption to take oil from certain place and feel that they don’t have a right to demand for equity, justice and total balance, it is corruption. I think the battle against corruption hasn’t been defined properly. That is why there is restlessness, so much agitation and struggle until we all come to a drawing board  to be realistic to ourselves. It is corruption itself when I’m elected and I elect people from my tribe to fill all the position, and neglect people from other place’’

 

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Dangote Hails Tinubu on Impact of Crude for Naira Swap Deal

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Dangote Hails Tinubu on Impact of Crude for Naira Swap Deal

 

 

…As Dangote Refinery partners MRS to sell PMS at N935 per litre nationwide at its retail outlets

 

 

Sahara Weekly Unveils That The Foremost entrepreneur and President of the Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote has commended President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for the positive impact of the naira for crude swap deal on the Nigerian economy, which has led to reduction in prices of petroleum products in the country.

 

Dangote Hails Tinubu on Impact of Crude for Naira Swap Deal

 

To provide succour to Nigerians, Dangote recently reduced the price of Premium Motor Spirit (PMS) from N970 to N899.50 at its Refinery loading gantry and provided generous credit terms to marketers.

 

 

“To ensure that this price reduction gets to the end consumer, we have signed a partnership with MRS to sell petrol from its retail outlets nationwide at N935 per litre” he added. This price has already commenced in Lagos, and it will be offered nationwide from Monday.

 

 

In his statement, he called on other oil marketers such as the NNPC Retail and all other marketers, “to work with us to ensure that Nigerians enjoy high-quality petrol at discounted prices.”

 

 

According to him, “The Dangote Refinery is for the benefit of Nigeria and Nigerians. We will therefore continue to work with various value chain players to deliver high quality petrol at cheaper prices. Our aim is for all Nigerians to have ready access to high quality petroleum products that are good for their vehicles, good for their health, and good for their pockets.

 

 

Recall that in September, the Federal Executive Council (FEC) under the leadership of Mr. President approved the sale of crude to local refineries in Naira and corresponding purchase of petroleum products in Naira. The move, which commenced on October 1, led to reduced pressure on the dollar and ensured the stability of the local currency.

 

 

Dangote thanked Nigerians for their unwavering support and the government for creating an enabling environment for the domestic refining industry.

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Port Harcourt Refinery Stays Active: NNPC Denounces Sabotage Rumors

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NNPC Debunks Shutdown Rumors, Confirms Port Harcourt Refinery Fully Operational

 

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPC Ltd) has dismissed reports circulating in certain media outlets claiming that the Old Port Harcourt Refinery, which was re-streamed two months ago, has been shut down.

In a statement released by Olufemi O. Soneye, the Chief Corporate Communications Officer of NNPC Ltd, the company clarified that the refinery is fully operational. The statement noted that the facility’s operational status was recently verified by former Group Managing Directors of NNPC during a site inspection.

“Preparation for the day’s loading operation is currently ongoing,” the statement confirmed, emphasizing that allegations of the refinery’s shutdown are baseless and intended to create panic or artificial scarcity in the fuel market.

NNPC Ltd urged members of the public to disregard such misleading reports, labeling them as the work of those seeking to exploit Nigerians.

The Old Port Harcourt Refinery has been in operation since its re-streaming, and the company remains committed to ensuring stability in the supply of petroleum products across the country.

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Nigerian Banks Donate Multimillion Naira Relief Materials to Jigawa Flood Victims

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Nigerian Banks Donate Multimillion Naira Relief Materials to Jigawa Flood Victims

In a show of solidarity, the Committee of Banks in Nigeria has extended a helping hand to victims of the September 2024 floods in Jigawa State. On Thursday, a high-profile delegation led by Dr. Oliver Alawuba, Chairman of the Committee and Group Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer of United Bank for Africa Plc (UBA), visited Dutse, the state capital, to present relief materials to the state government.
The donated items, worth several million Naira, included essential food supplies such as rice and cooking oil, along with mattresses and beverages. Dr. Alawuba highlighted that the gesture aimed to alleviate the hardship faced by flood victims and support critical institutions, especially public hospitals, in their efforts to assist those affected.
“We stand in solidarity with the people and government of Jigawa State during this difficult time. This donation is our way of expressing empathy and supporting those who have lost loved ones, properties, and livelihoods,” Dr. Alawuba stated.
The delegation included notable banking leaders such as Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna of Access Bank Plc, Dame (Dr.) Adaora Umeoji of Zenith Bank Plc, and Dr. (Mrs.) Nneka Onyeali-Ikpe of Fidelity Bank Plc, among others. Their collective presence underscored the banking sector’s commitment to corporate social responsibility and national development.
Governor Malam Umar A. Namadi expressed profound gratitude for the donation, describing the visit as a rare and commendable act of compassion. He assured the delegation that the relief materials would be judiciously distributed to the intended beneficiaries, emphasizing the importance of partnerships in rebuilding lives and communities.
The Committee of Banks also reiterated their commitment to supporting Nigerians during emergencies, drawing attention to previous interventions, including relief efforts during the 2011 and 2013 floods, the COVID-19 pandemic, and security initiatives like the Lagos State Security Trust Fund.
This humanitarian gesture reflects the collective resolve of Nigeria’s financial institutions to foster social and economic growth, making a meaningful impact in times of need.
Nigerian Banks Donate Multimillion Naira Relief Materials to Jigawa Flood Victims

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