LOCAL AND WORLD NEWS, BUSINESS, SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES FOR TODAY SUN. 20 MAY 2018

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LOCAL HEADLINES:

PUNCH

Attend Ohanaeze summit at your risk, IPOB warns

More confusion in APC as party holds state congresses

Buhari congratulates Falana at 60

Popes team leads 50 bishops to Benue mass burial

Again, herdsmen kill six in Benue

Nigeria vs Congo: WHO convenes emergency meeting on Ebola

Coalition, nPDP insist PDP must change name to forge alliance

Ondo crisis: Rep, APC chief bicker over Akeredolu, SSGs role

OAU Senate, council joint panel to probe sex-for-mark scandal

Fayemi, Fayose trade words over attack on Oni

Oyo crisisll affect APC in 2019 Aspirant

Hi-Impact TV targets WAEC, JAMB candidates

Police make contact with Syrians abductors

MASSOB to celebrate Biafra day

VANGUARD

IPOB attacks Ohanaeze, opposes Awka restructuring seminar

We do not require Police report to treat gunshot victims ‘ Reddington Hospital

Ugwuanyi pledges support as Enugu CBN Solar City takes off

N’Delta ex-militant leaders support Sowore for Presidency

How Customs intercepted $181,000 drugs at airport

2019: Erstwhile Delta Assembly Speaker, Ganagana, declares for Reps

Excess taxation: Ferry Boats Owners Union begins strike Monday

Breaking: Suspected herdsmen kill Head Teacher, five others in Benue

DAILY INDEPENDENT

Osinbajo’s And Herdsmen Killings Religious Colouration

Idris: Between Nigeria’s Senate And The Super Cop

Xenophobia: Time For FG To Call South Africa To Order

New PDP Has Not Benefitted Much From Buhari’s Govt ‘ Frank

How NASS Can Impeach President Buhari ‘ Ukori

Why There Will Be Power Shift In South East Come 2019 ‘ Kanu

Ekiti 2018: Nigerians Protest Delay In Fayemi’s Resignation As Minister

Mixed Reactions Trail Borno’s ‘Shoe Polish’ Empowerment

BBOG Rate Atiku, Osibanjo

What Is Responsible For IGP Idris Stammering In Trending Video

Preventing Nigeria From Total Collapse

DAILY POST

Leah Sharibu: CAN, PCA reveal what will happen if Christian girl dies in captivity

Dino Melaye mocks APC over parallel congresses

Ekiti guber: Fayose jittery over Fayemi’s candidacy – APC

Ekiti guber: Fayemi accuses Fayose, PDP of planning to attack Oni’s supporters

Okorocha absent as Imo APC congress holds at secret venue

Chime, Nnamani, others escape attack as violence mars Enugu APC Congress

Police launches manhunt for reporter who posted IG Idris’ video of transmission speech

Oyo APC finally splits, holds parallel congresses in Ibadan

Governor Okowa loses aide, Omene

Okonjo-Iweala reveals how politicians fund elections in Nigeria

APC congresses: Dogara, nine others drag Oyegun to court

Ezeonwuka speaks on Okorocha’s alleged offer of N3billion to return to APGA

Senator Akpan sues EFCC over alleged rights abuse

SAHARA REPORTERS

Prince Harry And Meghan Markle Tie The Knot In British Royal Wedding

Makoko Residents Storm Panti Police Station Over Killings

Killings: Army Cannot Deploy Troops To All Benue Villages, Says Audu Ogbeh

At Least 10 Injured As NURTW Thugs Attack Delegates, Journalists At Ondo APC Parallel Congress

Oyo APC Holds Parallel Congresses

Lagos APC Faction Congress Crowns Fouad Oki As State Chairman

Doctors Separate Conjoined Twins In Yola

Troops Kill Two Female Bombers In Borno

Imo APC Congress Held At Secret Venue Despite Court Order

Army Committee Faults Danjuma’s Claim Of Troops’ Collusion In Taraba Killings

Public Hearing On Bill To Criminalize Use Of Estimated Billing By Discos Holds June 5 – Hon. Gbajabiamila

WORLD HEADLINES:

CNN

China to ‘significantly increase’ purchase of US goods and services

NYT: Trump Jr. met with Gulf emissary at Trump Tower ahead of election

Former model and young son die in plunge from New York hotel

US withdrawing aid from northwest Syria

Cuba mourns more than 100 killed in plane crash

Why Americans are paying more for everything

How 3 men ‘saved’ 1968

Watch lava spew from volcano in Hawaii

Chelsea beats Man Utd in cup final to salvage disappointing season

Heavy favorite Justify wins Preakness, will shoot for Triple Crown at Belmont

Formula E gets glimpse of future before Abt dominates

Couple finds buried treasure in backyard

The pageantry, the ceremony, the dress, the hats

A-list royalty: Stars flock to Windsor

The most fascinating hats and fascinators

Meet Meghan’s adorable bridal party

A day in Windsor when everything changed

Every romantic, emotional moment from one heck of a royal wedding

The royal wedding, in pictures

Conte’s Chelsea upsets Man Utd in FA Cup final

Searching for a royal wedding alternative’ Try this …

ASSOCIATED PRESS

US abortion clinics face surge of trespassing and blockades

Military seeks to limit Congress on fixing child sex assault

Putin’s image: An inextricable part of Russian life

Report: Millions of tweets spread anti-Semitic messages

Chelsea Manning: Insurgent bid for US Senate is genuine

Putin takes oath of office for 4th term as Russian president

Syria’s Kurds put IS on trial with focus on reconciliation

Worry, fear in Iran ahead of Trump’s decision on atomic deal

Buffalo buzzing over Bills draft picks, Sabres lottery win

Asian markets rise, tracking Wall Street gains on job report

Springsteen escorts Van Zandt in to New Jersey Hall of Fame

From Bakersfield to DC, McCarthy’s unlikely rise in GOP

Chelsea Manning: Insurgent bid for US Senate is genuine

AP Explains: Why every vote is not equal in Malaysia polls

Monday hearing could have big implications in Greitens’ case

Annual Muzzle ‘awards’ go to alleged protest squelchers

Expansion Golden Knights top Sharks to make conference final

Guatemala’s crusading prosecutor exits amid praise, threats

Asian markets rise, tracking Wall Street gains on job report

Trial set for Latvian accused of running malware operation

Court asked to toss more cases tied to drug lab scandal

BBC

Santa Fe school shooting suspect ‘spared victims to tell his story

zil and Gndogan meet German president after Erdogan photos row

Cannes 2018: Japanese indie Shoplifters wins Palme d’Or

Luc Besson: French film director accused of rape

Cougar shot dead after killing US cyclist and mauling another

Death of Hitler: How the world found out from the BBC

Colombia LGBT: The shop that wants men to ‘leave behind shyness

Could James Comey have been a basketball superstar

Nigeria defender Ebuehi joins Benfica on five-year deal

Ivory Coast seeks CAS intervention in Fifa ‘relentless’ demands

Are we eating at the wrong time for our body clocks

Comfort box gives Norfolk cancer patients a ‘little lift

Tomorrow’s cities: Park with four seasons under one roof

Chelsea v Man Utd: How the players rated at Wembley in FA Cup final

Ronaldo & Bale score but Real let slip two-goal lead to draw at Villarreal

FA Cup final: Chelsea didn’t deserve win, says Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho

Josh Warrington stuns Lee Selby to win IBF world featherweight title

I am committed but I can’t change – Conte

Royal wedding 2018: Inside glam US viewing party… at 6:45am

Hazard penalty gives Chelsea FA Cup final win over Man Utd

Halep beats Sharapova to reach Italian Open final

AL JAZEERA

Cuba plane crash: Black box found as 110 confirmed dead

Farah ‘getting back to normal’ but scars of heavy fighting remain

China bomber makes debut landing on South China Sea island

Analysis: What’s next for Hezbollah in Syria?

Pakistani exchange student killed in US school shooting

Burundi opposition leader: Referendum a ‘parody’

In Kashmir, India PM Modi says ‘development is the solution’

Sadr’s bloc wins Iraqi parliamentary polls

Erdogan calls on Muslim countries to unite and confront Israel

Saudi Arabia ‘arrests women’s rights activists’

BUSINESS HEADLINES:

2017: NNPC loses $500m to subsidy, poorly maintained refineries – New Telegraph

2018 Preakness Results: Justify Takes Second Leg of Triple Crown, Bravazo Places, Tenfold Shows – Forbes

2018 Preakness: Updated Saturday Odds, Best Bets, And How To Play A Top-Heavy Field – Forbes

2019: Followership of the illiterate and Buhari’s likely return – BusinessDay

5 Selfless Ways To Follow In Meghan Markle And Prince Harry’s Footsteps – Forbes

5 Tips For Building An International Business On A Budget – Forbes

A Greek Island Pops Up In Downtown Shanghai – Forbes

Adidas sold 1 million pairs of sneakers made from ocean waste in 2017 ‘ now the company is introducing a line of recycled clothing and taking steps to become even more sustainable – Business Insider

Adonis Stevenson Vs. Badou Jack: 10 Things You Should Know About Saturday’s Fight – Forbes

Adonit Droid Review: Your Surprisingly Precise Stylus – Forbes

AHA: How Much Fish You Should Eat To Reduce Heart Disease, Stroke Risk – Forbes

America First’ should start with the plight of the country’s abandoned Native population – Business Insider

As Tesla Ramps Model 3 Production The Stock Downshifts – Forbes

Association urges FG to regulate operations of estate agents – Daily Trust

At least 20 injured, 1 missing after explosion and fire at Texas chemical plant – Business Insider

SPORTS

Signs 3-year partnership deal with LG Electronics – The Sun

2018 Belmont Stakes: Early Odds and Predictions Following Preakness – Bleacher Report

2018 FIFA W/Cup: Russian Embassy promises supporters club prompt visas – Vanguard

Abt wins Berlin ePrix after Rosberg showcases Gen2 car – CNN

All Stars suffer player exodus – Kickoff

Allardyce disappointed by Everton sacking – Daily Trust

Alloy Hails Moses, Hopes Chelsea Star Repeats FA Cup Success With Super Eagles – Complete Sports

Ashadi excited by chance to play against Atletico Madrid – Daily Trust

AT&T Byron Nelson 2018: Marc Leishman, Aaron Wise Tied for Lead After Saturday – Bleacher Report

Badminton Federation Swats Down New Scoring Plan – Leadership

Balotelli Gets Italy Call By New Coach Mancini – Leadership

Barcelona Transfer News: Tottenham Reportedly Close on Riqui Puig Amid Rumours – Bleacher Report

Baseball-Themed Gender Reveal Goes Awry as Ball Hits Man in Head – Bleacher Report

Bayern Munich 1-3 Frankfurt: Reds Denied Dream Double as Ante Rebic Stars in Cup Final – FTBpro

Besiktas boss Gunes hints at Liverpool move for Talisca – Goal

Bill Belichick Spotted with Justify Winning Party at 2018 Preakness Stakes – Bleacher Report

Boateng calls for support ahead of Cup final against Bayern Munich – Daily Trust

ENTERTAINMENT

#RoyalWedding: Kate Middleton Just Might Be The Real Snapback Queen! – NET

#RoyalWedding: Meghan Markle Looks Absolutely Gorgeous On Her Big Day – NET

#RoyalWedding: Your Comprehensive Guide To Everything Meghan Markle Wore For Her Big Day – NET

2018 FIFA World Cup : all you need to know about team ‘PORTUGAL – Gistlover

2face is a doting father Annie Idibia – Punch

Adekunle Gold Takes Fans by Surprise: Exclusively Unveils About 30 Album Tracklist to Each – Daily Times

Beauty Bits: OMG Kate Middleton looks amazing at the royal wedding ‘ 3 weeks after giving birth – Pulse

Carl Adebare Adekola becomes the first Nigerian to to sing at the Royal wedding – Daily Times

Champagne, langoustines, and pork belly are a few of the things guest are eating at the royal wedding, here’s the full menu – Business Insider

Checkout These Lovely Pre-Wedding Photos Of Nigerian Comedian Ajebor And His Fiancee Uchechi – NET

Coloured shorn hair – New Telegraph

Cursed: 55-yr-old pastor flogged for abducting, impregnating 10-yr-old – Pulse

Dreams Come True! Wizkid’s Concert at the O2 Arena is SOLD OUT – Bellanaija

FA Cup: Chelsea beat Manchester United 1-0 to win title – Pulse

FA Cup: Victor Moses and other Nigerian players who have played in final – Pulse

Fitness: How’and why’you should def use a foam roller – Pulse

Food Recipe: How to cook stew with pumpkin leaves – Pulse

Ghana To Host AFRIMA 2018 – Leadership

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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

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“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

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👇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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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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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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