LOCAL AND WORLD NEWS, BUSINESS, SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES FOR TODAY WED. 2 MAY 2018

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LOCAL HEADLINES:

DAILY POST

Biafra: IPOB reacts to Trump’s warning to Buhari on killing of Christians

How Buhari represented herdsmen at the White House – Afenifere

Buhari reacts to Adamawa bomb blast

10 killed as herdsmen attack Guma in Benue

May Day: Buhari addresses Nigerian workers, speaks on minimum wage

Bayelsa Governor’s aide asassinated in Bayelsa

Media reported what they liked on my comment on youths – Buhari

Many feared killed as bomb blast rocks Mubi town, Adamawa

How Gov. Abubakar deceived Buhari during visit to Bauchi – PDP

May Day: Dogara speaks on minimum wage bill

Ex-Minister distances self from alleged Northern plot to replace Buhari

THISDAY

Voting Rights of the Nigerian Diaspora

60 Worshippers Killed in Twin Bomb Attacks in Mubi

Osinbajo: Presidency, Security Council Restructuring Nigeria’s Security Architecture

Chairmen, CEOs of Union, Skye, Diamond, Others Risk Sanctions, Removal

Finally, FG Bans Production of Cough Syrups Containing Codeine

2019: PDP Moves to Initiate Fresh Coalition Talks

No Fire Incident at Our Head Office, Says CBN

Sokoto Offers Special Prayer for Late Imam Imam

Envoy Targets $1tn Nigeria-South Africa Trade Volume

Police Set to Forcibly Move Melaye to Lokoja With Helicopter

SAHARA REPORTERS

Nigerians Speak On Buhari’s Performance At Press Conference With Trump

Most Northern Youths Are Uneducated, Says Buhari

Gunmen Assassinate Gov. Dickson’s Aide In Bayelsa

Taxes Driving Businesses Out Of Lagos – Labor Union

“Fire Incident” Was Smoke From Generator, Says Central Bank Of Nigeria

Aviation Unions Accuse AMCON Of Starving Aero, Arik Of Funds To Stabilize

Police Confirm 24 Dead In Adamawa Bomb Attack

Dino Melaye: Drama Ensues As Lawyers, Policemen Clash In Court

Looters’ List: Dokpesi Drags Federal Govt To Court

Muslim Group Says Trump’s Statement On Killings In Nigeria ‘Prejudiced, Parochial’, Warns Buhari

CNN TV Host, Zakaria, Forced To Agree With Trump That Nigeria Is Beautiful!

2019: Nigeria Needs A Nation Builder – Fela Durtoye

Ekiti Governorship Poll: AU Warns Against Selling Of Votes

National Assembly Waiting For Minimum Wage Bill – Speaker Dogara

Blame Buhari For Delay In Passage Of 2018 Budget – Ondo Lawmaker

Buhari Should Stop Blaming Outsiders For Killings In Nigeria – Abati

Breaking: CBN Headquarters on Fire

PUNCH

Killings: Trumps comment, a wake-up call to Buhari, say CAN, Afenifere

27 die in Mubi mosque attacks

God will judge past Nigerias leaders, says Buhari

Truck drivers among highest carriers of HIV

Saving for a rainy day

FG bans importation of codeine-based syrup

Buhari: My predecessors completed few projects

Senate panel presents Buharis impeachment report today grills IG on Melaye

NLC wants N66,500 minimum wage for all workers

Pay us 48-month leave allowances, workers tell Amosun

Secondus rejects Dayo as Ogun PDP chair

Well resist manipulation of new minimum wage in Kwara TUC

Workers demand payment of full salaries in Osun

Fire scare at CBN headquarters

Nigeria’s unemployment, poverty rates increased in 2017 ‘ World Bank

Akeredolu, Ondo workers disagree over leave bonus

Kogi NLC wants bailout spending probed

CBN test reveals loopholes in banks’ anti-money laundering system

WORLD HEADLINES:

CNN

Hundreds detained after Paris May Day protests turn violent

Market that’s nightmare for Under Armour

Xerox CEO quits in win for Carl Icahn

Trump’s boss act doesn’t always work

Oil markets brace for Trump to kill Iran deal

Trump’s legal team prepares for showdown with Mueller

Trump pushes idea of ‘Space Force

What did Netanyahu reveal about Iran’s nuclear program’ Nothing new, experts say

Trump’s ex-doctor claims Trump dictated glowing health letter

NBC: Trump’s ex-doctor says office was raided

The White House’s typos could kill us all

Marco Polo’ producer accuses Weinstein of multiple sexual assaults

90% of people breathe badly polluted air, WHO reports

Facebook is getting into the dating game

Champions League: Real Madrid reach fourth final in five years

Applying for asylum in the US takes at least 3 months, 2 interviews and one big decision

Russian jet intercepts US Navy plane

Apple rewards investors with $22.8 billion buyback

Armenia in turmoil after Parliament fails to elect new PM

Kanye West just said 400 years of slavery was a choice

Why the National Enquirer’s Trump ties are under scrutiny

AL JAZEERA

US judge: Iran must pay $6bn to victims of 9/11 attacks

UK ambassador: Rohingya crisis demands ‘investigation’

Nigeria: Mosque blast kills at least 24 in northeast

‘Many years in one’: Remembering France’s 1968 protests

Iran: Netanyahu’s ‘lies’ aimed at influencing Trump

Israel’s Netanyahu can now declare war with single vote

South, North Korea remove propaganda loudspeakers

Relatives raise concern over ‘missing’ Russian citizens in Egypt

Members of ‘immigrant caravan’ begin asylum process in US

Former pope aide to face trial on sex abuse charges

ASSOCIATED PRESS

Outsiders face uphill battle in Lebanese elections

Stephen Curry returns to score 28, Warriors beat Pelicans

Japan’s pop band Tokio member resigns over sexual misconduct

Viewers see vulnerable Serena Williams in 5-part TV series

Is Trump right about judges’ leanings’ Maybe, review shows

Anti-Semitic conspiracy theories roil DC city government

NASA sending robotic geologist to Mars to dig super deep

AP Explains: 1MDB graft scandal heats up Malaysia politics

Peppa Pig wins street cred, attracts censors in China

Laverne Cox, Cecile Richards honored at Planned Parenthood

EPA security chief, Superfund head leave amid ethics probes

Amazing China’ documentary more fiction than fact

Arizona teachers vow to end strike if funding plan passes

Zuckerberg pledges to ‘keep building’ in no-apology address

James has triple-double, Cavs beat Raptors in OT in Game 1

Apple’s tax break yields $102 billion boon for shareholders

Gibson guitar maker sees a future with bankruptcy protection

Love it or not, Facebook launches dating service

FAA widens inspection of engines after Southwest accident

Apple’s tax break yields big dividend boost, stock buybacks

West’s wild words stir again: Kanye calls slavery a ‘choice

BBC

Mueller ‘threatened Trump with subpoena’ amid Russia probe

US guitar firm Gibson goes bust

Ariana Grande gives comeback interview and says album will ‘bring light

Snapchat redesign: User growth sinks hitting Snap shares

Confidence, ambition, greed – what makes a Klopp player

Apple faces battery pledge complaints

Facebook: ‘Hate speech button’ causes confusion

The YouTube stars being paid to sell cheating

Adverts for broadband speeds to face new rules

Paris police arrest 200 after violent May Day riots

Cardinal Pell likely to face two trials, court hears

Donald Trump wrote own health letter, says physician Harold Bornstein

TSB solves problem with standing orders

Kanye West suggests African-American slavery was ‘a choice

Man’s body behind wall of women’s toilet in Calgary mall

Autonomy ex-executive guilty of fraud

Armenia crisis: Opposition leader urges strike after losing PM vote

Russia internet freedom: Mass rally in Moscow against Telegram ban

Tiger cub abandoned in duffel bag at US-Mexico border

CAR: At least 15 killed in Bangui church attack

Solid iPhone sales boost Apple revenues

BUSINESS HEADLINES:

11 Assessments Every Executive Should Take – Forbes

20 cities in the US are facing huge real estate risks – Business Insider

2018 Acura TLX A-Spec Is Quietly Great – Forbes

2018 Kentucky Derby: Post-Positions, Morning Line, Late Vegas Odds, and How To Bet – Forbes

2018 Tony Award Nominations: The Complete List – Forbes

23 Sentences Our Grandchildren Won’t Believe We Said In 2018 – Forbes

4 Ways Employers Should Show Their Employees They Care – Entrepreneur

5 important things happening in South Africa today – BusinessTech

5 Websites To Order Mother’s Day Flowers For Delivery – Forbes

6 Tips to Skyrocket Ecommerce Conversions on Your Site – Entrepreneur

7 Packing Tips To Make Your European River Cruise Hassle-Free – Forbes

A Bearish Sign For Facebook — Aging – Forbes

A cancer treatment that one expert called the ‘most exciting thing I’ve seen in my lifetime’ just got approved to treat more patients (NVS, GILD) – Business Insider

A Closer Look At All Of Fortnite: Battle Royale’s New Skins In The Season 4 Battle Pass – Forbes

A former Ironman triathlete realized the key to a successful startup after ‘CEO disease’ pushed him off track – Business Insider

A former US Olympic medalist is switching countries because of financial pressures – Business Insider

SPORTS

CHAMPIONS LEAGUE: Real Madrid vs Bayern Munich – Daily Trust

2018 A-League Grand Final Preview: Odds, Game Trends, Matchup Analysis – Bleacher Report

2018 FIFA WC: Coca-cola reinforces commitment to Nigeria football – Vanguard

2018 Kentucky Derby Odds: Early Betting Lines, Post Positions for Saturday Race – Bleacher Report

5-Star LB Owen Pappoe Commits to Auburn over Georgia, Texas and More – Bleacher Report

A big player is leaving but a big man is staying’ ‘ Mourinho hails Carrick’s Man Utd contribution – Goal

African Athletic Championship: Again, Okowa gives marching order on host stadium – New Telegraph

Akeredolu inaugurates Athletic Development Centre in Ondo – New Telegraph

Akeredolu to reward Commonwealth Games medallists from Ondo – Daily Times

Alampasu To Leave Feirense In Summer – Daily Independent

Albrighton charged by FA over red card reaction – Yahoo

Alex Ovechkin Late Goal Gives Capitals Game 3 Win vs. Sidney Crosby, Penguins – Bleacher Report

Atletico Madrid vs. Arsenal: Team News, Live Stream, TV Info for Europa League – Bleacher Report

Australia set to arrest runaway Nigeria athletes, officials – Punch

Barry Bonds Bows Down, Congratulates Stephen Curry After Game 2 Win – Bleacher Report

Bayern were better than Real Madrid, says Hummels – Goal

ENTERTAINMENT

#BBNaija : Nina’s Brother slams Governor Okorocha for not honouring his sister – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija Winner, Miracle Reveals How He Will Spend N25m Prize Money (Watch) – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: 3 Things I Learned About Nigerians – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: Lolu and Anto caught kissing [Photo] – Gistlover

#BBNaija: Meet the Nigerian man who shares strong resemblance with Miracle (Photos) – Information Nigeria

#BBNaija: Rico Swavey seen on top of Khloe in a suggestive photo – Information Nigeria

#ChiomaChallenge: Don Jazzy begins the search for his own ‘Chioma’ after Davido broke the internet with his love story – Linda Ikeji

#ThePlatformNG: Leke Alder questions why Nigerians seek Divine Intervention for ‘Commonsensical things’ in Powerful Speech | WATCH – Bellanaija

*NSYNC reunites, reacts to viral May meme – CNN

13 Reasons Why’ drops Season 2 hints – CNN

2018 World Cup: Nigeria Won’t Qualify From Group Stage ‘ Gudjohnsen Prophesies Doom – Information Nigeria

2019 Elections Will Be The Easiest For Buhari ‘ Festus Keyamo – Information Nigeria

21-year old final year student of UNICAL killed by armed robbers during an attack on hisfamily in Calabar – Linda Ikeji

29 Years Old Model Is Pregnant For Her 18 Years Old Rapper Boyfriend – Nigerian Pilot

5 Interesting Ways To Wear The Ankara Print (Photos) – Information Nigeria

5 takeaways from Kanye’s interview with Charlamagne – CNN

68-year-old Saudi Prince reportedly marries 25-year-old woman after paying bride price of 50 million Dollars – Linda Ikeji

A famous dog stole the show at Facebook’s F8 developer conference ‘ here’s everything you need to know about Instagram star Jiff Pom, who has 26 million fans (FB) – Business Insider

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6 Biblical Money Foundations That Unlock Financial Freedom – What the Bible Really Says About Wealth

You will learn about Godly wealth principles and Christian money tips. It covers managing money, financial freedom and you will also explore Biblical investing, and blessings.

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Is money evil? Should Christians be rich? What does the Bible really say about wealth?
Many believers struggle with finances due to mixed messages. But Scripture provides clear wisdom about money management. In this post, discover 6 Biblical money foundations that help you enjoy wealth without guilt and handle finances God’s way. This will help you in Faith and finances. You will learn about Godly wealth principles and Christian money tips. It covers managing money God’s way as well as spiritual and financial freedom. You will also explore Biblical investing, tithing, and blessings.

Watch the full video breakdown on our Faith & Fortune Finance YouTube channel [embedded below].

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1. God Owns Everything—We Are Just Stewards

Psalm 24:1 – “The earth is the Lord’s, and everything in it.”

God owns it all—your money, house, gifts, even your ideas.
You’re not the owner. You’re the steward.

Action Steps:

Shift from ownership to stewardship
Ask God how to manage what He’s entrusted to you
Use wealth to glorify God, not just yourself

Quote:

“When we see money as God’s, we handle it differently—with purpose, peace, and power.”

2. Diligence and Hard Work Bring Prosperity

Proverbs 10:4 – “Lazy hands make for poverty, but diligent hands bring wealth.”

Financial laziness is mental, physical, and spiritual.
Avoid laziness in planning, learning, and building wealth.

Example: Oprah Winfrey built a global empire through diligence—not luck.
Biblical Application: Psalms 1:3 – “Whatever he does prospers.”

Faith + Action = Prosperity

Action Steps:

Show up early. Learn. Network. Execute.
Serve God in your work, not just in church.
Work is worship when done with purpose.

3. Avoid Debt and Live Within Your Means

Proverbs 22:7 – “The borrower is slave to the lender.”

Debt leads to anxiety, stress, and missed opportunities.
God’s people are called to financial freedom.

Real-World Example:
Chris Hogan teaches the power of debt-free living in Everyday Millionaires. These everyday millionaires became wealthy by saving. They also budget carefully and avoid debt.

Action Steps:

Budget with a plan, not emotion
Buy only what you can afford
Practice the “banana principle”: Don’t chase what’s ripe today but rotten tomorrow.

4. Tithing and Generosity Invite God’s Blessing

Malachi 3:10 – “Bring the whole tithe… see if I will not throw open the floodgates of heaven.”

Generosity invites God into your finances.

Real-World Example:
Bill Gates’ philanthropy helped eradicate diseases and feed nations. He gave to bless, and the blessing multiplied.

Action Steps:

Tithe as an act of faith
Give beyond money—give time, wisdom, love
Be a blessing to others

5. Invest and Multiply What God Gives You

Matthew 25:14–30 – Parable of the Talents

God expects you to grow what He gives you. Don’t bury your potential.

Real-World Examples:

Warren Buffet invests long-term with wisdom and restraint
Ray Dalio succeeds through planning, research, and principles

Action Steps:

Start small—just start
Learn to invest: stocks, skills, businesses
Multiply resources for Kingdom impact

6. Practice Contentment—Avoid the Love of Money

1 Timothy 6:10 – “The love of money is the root of all evil.”

Wealth is a tool, not a goal.

Real-World Example:
Dave Ramsey lives and teaches contentment after rebounding from financial failure. He preaches peace over pressure.

Action Steps:

Be content with what you have
Avoid comparison and consumerism
Focus on eternal rewards over earthly riches

🎯 How to Apply These Biblical Money Foundations Today

✅ Recognize that God owns everything
✅ Be diligent and hardworking
✅ Avoid debt and impulse purchases
✅ Tithe and give generously
✅ Invest wisely
✅ Practice contentment daily

Watch Full Teaching on YouTube

👇Watch this full video breakdown with real-life case studies and extra teaching only on Faith & Fortune Finance:

Conclusion

God’s financial principles aren’t just spiritual—they’re practical. Apply them and you’ll see peace, purpose, and prosperity flow into every area of your life.

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Finance & Business

As Nigerians Battle Pains Of Soaring Petrol Price

This is more than just about fuel; it’s about the larger picture of governance failure. The fact that a country as oil-rich as Nigeria can’t provide affordable fuel for its people is a tragedy.

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October 16, 2024

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BY IFEANYI MOGBOLU

The Daily Times-The latest fuel price hike in Nigeria is beyond frustrating. Every time we think it can’t get worse, it does, and yet again, ordinary Nigerians bear the brunt of it.

It’s like a never-ending cycle, where the government’s promises of reforms or stabilisation always end up as empty rhetoric. The cost of living is already sky-high, and now, with fuel prices rising again, transport fares, food prices, and basic commodities are bound to follow suit.

It’s enraging because it doesn’t feel like anyone is truly considering the everyday citizen who is struggling just to survive.

This is more than just about fuel; it’s about the larger picture of governance failure. The fact that a country as oil-rich as Nigeria can’t provide affordable fuel for its people is a tragedy. The subsidies are gone, and now we’re left in a situation where the prices of everything keep climbing, while salaries remain stagnant or non-existent for many.

The disparity between the elites and the masses is growing, and it feels like nobody in power truly cares about the suffering of the people.

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The anger isn’t just about fuel; it’s about the entire state of living. Nigerians are exhausted. There’s no sense of security; power supply is erratic, basic infrastructure is crumbling, and inflation is at an all-time high. How do we live like this? Every day is a battle to make ends meet, and the government seems utterly disconnected from the struggles on the ground.

It’s infuriating that while politicians and elites live in luxury, the rest of us are left scrambling for the bare minimum. The state of living is unbearable, and the lack of empathy or real action from those in power only adds salt to the wound.

There’s a deep sense of anger and betrayal that comes with seeing your country’s wealth mismanaged, while the people continue to suffer. It’s hard not to feel like we are constantly being taken for granted, pushed further into hardship without any hope of relief. Something has to give, because this state of affairs is unsustainable.

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Nigeria To Receive $5.600,000 From Bill Gates, For Health And Agricultural Reforms, GMOs

Alongside the activities surrounding the 79th United Nations General Assembly in New York, Vice President Kashim Shettima held a meeting with the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation leading to the announcement of the donation by the Foundation’s head of Global Development.

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Bill Gates, GMOs, KASHIM Shettima

Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation is giving Nigeria through Vice President Kashim Shettima, a $5.600,000 funds to speedy up health and agricultural reforms in favour of the GMOs in Nigeria, and flood relief.

Through the Foundation’s head of Global Development Programme, Dr Christopher Elias, Bill Gates pledged $5 million grant approved for Lagos Business School and partners to develop the agricultural economics they called “industrial cassava” and $600,000 for flood relief in Borno State and other health sector initiatives.

Recall that on 4 September, Bill Gates had described the Nigeria’s economy as “stagnated” and proposed agricultural reforms for faster and increased growths in crops, fruits, vegetables amongst others to enhance nutritional values of the Nigerian citizens through the agricultural sector.

In that meeting Chaired by Vice President Kashim Shettima, Bill gates urged Nigeria to adopt “innovative crop varieties with shorter growing periods, higher yields, and better pest resistance” pointing to the GMOs to address the food crisis.

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Moreover, at the 79th UN General Assembly in New York, VP Shettima reaffirmed to the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, the commitment of the administration of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu prioritizing health, nutrition, and agricultural development in Nigeria’s national agenda.

In a statement by Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Communications, Office of the Vice President, Stanley Nkwocha, Shettima said: “we are deeply committed to addressing the pressing developmental challenges facing our nation, particularly the significant malnutrition crisis”.

He emphasised the Federal Government’s dedication and urgently working to secure locations for maize production under the Telemaze programme.

VP Shettima, promising swift action to the Gate’s Foundation on import permits for certified seeds, the VP said, “We recognize the critical importance of food security and industrial agricultural development. The Cassava Accelerator programme, in particular, holds immense potential for our economy.

“We are pursuing a whole-of-government approach to digitisation and data exchange systems, which we believe will revolutionise our public services,” he added while reiterating the government’s focus and commitment to digital transformation.

“With the expertise” of Nigeria’s ministers, “and the continued support of partners like the Gates Foundation,” the nation remains confident in its “ability to drive meaningful change and improve the lives of all Nigerians.”

In his response, President of the Global Development Programme at the Gates Foundation, Dr. Christopher Elias, said the Foundation is burdened with worries of the severe flooding in Borno, and is “committed to supporting Nigeria in times of crisis.”

Speaking of Polio, the Foundation said, “We’re impressed by the national task force’s efforts to eliminate variant polioviruses by year-end,” Dr. Elias noted.

Also, President of Global Growth & Opportunity Division at the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation, Rodger Voorhies, detailed plans for scaling up drought-tolerant maize production and advancing the Nigeria Cassava Investment Accelerator programme emphasizing that a $5 million grant has been approved for Lagos Business School and partners to develop the agricultural economics of industrial cassava.

In his words, “Industrial cassava presents a multi-billion-dollar opportunity for Nigeria,” Voorhees stressed.

He requested import permits for 5,000 metric tons of certified GMO maize seed to build a foundation seed system in Nigeria.

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