LOCAL AND WORLD NEWS, BUSINESS, SPORTS AND ENTERTAINMENT HEADLINES FOR TODAY FRI. 1 JUNE 2018

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LOCAL HEADLINES:

SAHARA REPORTERS

Public/Private Facilities Shut Down In Many Parts Of South-East As ‘Biafra Day’ Is Celebrated

’22’ Arrested In Enugu For Trying To Hoist Biafran Flag At State House

Naira Defender CBN Pumps $210m Into Forex Market

Melaye: Buhari Has Assaulted My Person… His Body Language Demeans The National Assembly

VIDEO: ‘No Man On Earth Lives On Monthly Salary’ ‘ Okorocha Justifies Why Politicians ‘Must Steal

Nnimmo Bassey, A Poet On The Run By Patrick B. Naagbanton

BREAKING: You May Be President But Only After 2019, Buhari Jokes With Youth As He Signs ‘Not Too Young To Run Bill’ Into Law

Fayemi Picks 74-Year-Old As Running Mate ‘ ‘After A Long Search

EFCC Witness Details How Ladoja ‘Stole’ Oyo State’s Shares As Part Of N4.7bn Fraud

Nigeria On The Brink Of War By Emmanuel Ugwu

Customs CG Can’t Be Campaigning For You’ ‘ Melaye Hits Buhari On ReturnTo Senate

VANGUARD

IPOB expresses satisfaction with response to sit-at-home

Ooni canvasses support for Buhari

Why insecurity heightens in Nigeria ‘NSA Monguno

MAN’s ‘drive alcohol-free’ campaign

Wike’ll get overwhelming votes for 2nd term ‘ Akpabio

Kwara govt spends N8bn on water projects

Why Melaye asked Buhari to apologise to NASS over statement

Joining APC’ll not save you, Presidency taunts corrupt politicians

Mikel attributes Eagles’ rise to Rohr’s disciplinary measures

Amaechi and Abe: New Vista for Rivers APC

Okorocha in Imo: Survival moves

THE NATION

Stage Sets for Finals of Hi-LIfe Igbo Music Contest in Enugu

Ghosts, ghosts everywhere

What Buhari could learn from Jos Mujica

Buhari to youths: resume your campaign after 2019

Nigerias export grows by 60 per cent

Alleged N700m fraud: Ex-Governor Yero, others charged

PUNCH Chairman Aboderin dies after heart surgery

Egbeyemi is Fayemis running mate

Adelabu resigns as CBN deputy governor

Champion Zidane bids Madrid shocking farewell

Minister decries oppositions disdainful of truth

Ijaw, Itsekiri youths pledge to protect Escravos-Warri dredging

Jaiz fetes monarchs, Imams, others in Ondo

When will peace return to Oyo APC

PDP to Buhari: Not too young to run is our initiative

PUNCH

US priest abuse victims reach $210m settlement

Koreas hold high-level talks ahead of Trump-Kim summit

National Library to promote reading culture

Pupils tackle corruption through drama presentation

FIFA lifts suspension on Guatemala

Court recognises Ladiran as late Akintolas son

Buhari, Saraki, govs, others mourn Wale Aboderin

Melaye tackles Buhari as Saraki faults politicking by Customs boss

2019: EFCC asks banks for corrupt customers list

Buhari to youths: Dont contest presidency till after 2019

Health workers slam FG, suspend 43-day strike

Inspiring stories as Up Chair! takes a bow

UNILAG to investigate alleged sexual harasment claim

Killings: Senate grills NSA, okays increased security funding

Firm partners Lagos govt to end malaria

Adelabu retires as CBN deputy gov

No going back on civil service reforms Dickson

Herdsmen attacks: Are calls for international intervention justified

LEADERSHIP

PMB Calls For Sustained Sub-regional Security Operations

Reps Probe Implementation Of $22bn Brass LNG Project

NSA Appears Before Senate Over Killings

Workers Kick As Obaseki Sacks Entire Staff of State Owned Institution

CBN Explains 2016 Grain Mop-up Programme

APC National Chairmanship Not Foreclosed ‘ Gov Ajimobi

N700m Fraud: Kaduna Ex-gov, Yero, 3 Others Remanded In Prison

Gunmen Kill 4, Abduct 4 Church Leaders In A’Ibom Community

Jega’s Bribery Allegation Embarrassing ‘ Saraki

Jega Enjoins PMB To Tackle Bribery In NASS

Prince’s Vacation Retreat In Turks & Caicos Up For Sale

I Go Die To Build Healthcare Centre

People Should Stop Begging On Social Media

WORLD HEADLINES:

CNN

Trump trade policies threaten 2.6 million US jobs, group says

Trudeau: No sign of US common sense prevailing

New tariffs could increase price of US beer

It’s true: Teens are ditching Facebook

Roseanne says she ‘begged’ ABC to save her show

US warns it can ‘blow apart’ China’s islands in South China Sea

Trump’s snap decision on North Korea created a mess

Justin Trudeau says retaliation against the US is necessary

Pope sends abuse investigators back to Chile, ‘ashamed’ church didn’t listen

UN reaches deal with Myanmar to repatriate Rohingya refugees

Samsonite CEO resigns after claims about educational background

These Chinese buildings are coming to a city near you

The connections between Trump and those he’s pardoned

Serena Williams pulls off big comeback at French Open

Jury awards family $4 in police killing

Tom Cruise sparks ‘Top Gun’ feud between US Air Force, Navy

Former Gambian leader sued over fraudulent AIDS cure

Nigeria lowers minimum age for election candidates

Analyst: West may be too late to stop Beijing in S China Sea

Shooting lava covers community

Comedian Sam Bee sorry for Ivanka insult

BBC

Arkady Babchenko: Suspect remanded in reporter’s hoax death case

Mariano Rajoy: Why it could soon be over for Spain’s PM

Cannabis and sport: NFL’s Mike James asks for permission to use cannabis

I thought drug testers wanted money for tea or fuel

Trade tariffs: Chorus of condemnation intensifies

Italy government: Giuseppe Conte to head populist coalition

Tamaulipas crisis: Mexico seeks talks over ‘silenced zone

Police bodycam released after New Jersey beach punch video

World Cup 2018: Russian grannies waiting for ‘magnetic Messi

Drake vs Pusha T: Has he just pushed it too far

Questions Muslims get asked during Ramadan

The Iranian librarian who escaped war through cosplay

Samantha Bee insults Ivanka Trump with obscene phrase

Sultan of Yogyakarta: A feminist revolution in an ancient kingdom

I woke up and didn’t recognise my wife

Man City set to sign Algeria’s Mahrez

Planting a forest on the Aral’s dried-out seabed

Rise in ‘preventable’ emergency readmissions to hospital

Does the media have a problem with coverage of mass shootings

Bereaved parents ‘let down at work by lack of support

Educate children to tackle ethnic minority donor crisis, MPs say

AL JAZEERA

‘This is a bad day for world trade’

NYT plans to return thousands of ISIL files to Iraq

Spanish PM faces defeat in no-confidence vote

Trump: US-North Korea talks in New York ‘very positive’

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov meets Kim Jong-un

Match-fixer pictured metres away from international players

US hits Iran’s Evin prison with new sanctions

Denmark passes law banning face veil in public spaces

Ramadan brings no respite to Yemenis living under siege

Israel approves more than 2,000 settlement units in West Bank

BUSINESS HEADLINES:

$500 AR Smart Glasses Improve Athletes’ Workouts With Virtual Display And Voice Activation – Forbes

10 Signs You Aren’t As Clear As You Think You Are – Forbes

14-year-old Karthik Nemmani of McKinney, Texas, wins Scripps National Spelling Bee – Business Insider

15 great words that will make you sound smarter – Business Insider

17 of the best state fairs in the US, ranked – Business Insider

2018 BMW M5 Demonstrates Enduring Appeal Of A Powerful V8 – Forbes

2018 Farming Season: Gwagwalada Area Council To Distribute 70MT Fertilizer To Farmers – Daily Independent

21 funny but useful Father’s Day gifts that’ll give your dad a good laugh – Business Insider

3 Reasons Microsoft Will Hit $1T Market Cap 3 Years Before Alphabet – Forbes

3 Steps Insurers Should Take Toward Hyper-Accurate Location Data — And Why It Matters – Forbes

3 Ways To Get Unstuck At Work – Forbes

30 Park Place Unveils Penthouse 82, New York City’s Tallest Sky Perch – Forbes

4 Ways Brands Can Get More Amazon Product Reviews — Without Breaking The Rules – Forbes

45 Motivational Quotes For Every Millennial Still Trying To Figure Life Out – Forbes

5 Dividend Growth Stocks With Upside To Analyst Targets – Forbes

5 Hacks To Get Better Sleep And Better Performance At Work – Forbes

5 of the best airlines for accessible travel – Business Insider

5 Reasons Why LeBron Is The Greatest of All Time – Forbes

SPORTS

13 teams for Keshi U-17 Football Tournament – Daily Trust

13 teams register for Stephen Keshi U17 football tournament – Peoples Daily

2018 FIFA World 018 FIFA World Cup special: up special: Mikel Obi ikel Obi leads 25 eads 25 Eagles to agles to London – Blueprint

Aaron Jones Surprised to Hear Act of Kindness in Airport Went Viral – Bleacher Report

Abramovich becomes Israels wealthiest citizen – Punch

Adam Silver Says NBA and NFL’s National Anthem Situation Is ‘Far Different – Bleacher Report

Adam Silver Says Sterling Brown’s Incident with Milwaukee Police Was ‘Horrific – Bleacher Report

Adam Silver: Facts Must Be Determined for Bryan Colangelo’s Burner Accounts – Bleacher Report

Amusan Claims Third Place On Diamond League Debut – Complete Sports

Asaba 2018: Stephen Keshi Stadium for test-run July 18 – Vanguard

Auburn Star Mustapha Heron Announces He Will Transfer to St. John’s – Bleacher Report

Autopsy: Rasual Butler Had Multiple Substances in System at Time of Fatal Crash – Bleacher Report

Baker produces fastest 100m of the year in Rome – BBC

Balotelli could be named Italy captain despite ‘ugly’ fan banner, Mancini confirms – Goal

Barcelona told to fork out 190m for Tottenham star – Daily Trust

Bolt trains with Norwegian top-flight side – Blueprint

BREAKING: Arsenal’s star signing to have medical this week – Daily Trust

Tracking Times – Entertainment

ENTERTAINMENT

#BBNaija’s Miracle celebrates his girlfriend, as she turns 22 today – Nigerian Pilot

#BBNaija: Alex Writes Emotional Birthday Message To Nina – Information Nigeria

“I abandoned my entire family only to be cheated on” – SA rapper AKA Tweets – Linda Ikeji

“If i die today the world knows who is responsible for my death”- Blogger and former SA to Governor Dickson cries out – Linda Ikeji

2019 Election: Reps kick against use of electronic voting – Pulse

2019: My CCT Trial Was Politically Motivated ‘ Senate President – Information Nigeria

22 year old Lady says she feels great loosing her virginity to a man who is 41 years older than her – Information Nigeria

A new ‘Super Smash Bros.’ game is coming out this year ‘ here’s everything you should know about the biggest Nintendo game of 2018 – Business Insider

Actress Tonto Dikeh visits Prison inmates with some items in Suleja – Nigerian Pilot

Afro-Caribbean star, Miss-K, returns to the spotlight – New Telegraph

Akinwunmi Ambode: LASU Land: Governor reduces cost to trespassers by 67% – Pulse

Alex Ndace: An Exploration of Sounds and Diversified Genres’ A Review of DJ Neptune’s ‘Greatness’ Album – Bellanaija

All Politicians Without A 2nd Office, Must Steal’ ‘ Okorocha – Information Nigeria

APC Suspends House Minority Leader As Crisis Within The Party Continues – Information Nigeria

Ariana Grande confirms her relationship with Pete Davidson, shares loved-up photo – Linda Ikeji

Armed robbers allegedly snatch N9m local government workers April salary in Kebbi – Linda Ikeji

Armed robbers stripped and beaten mercilessly in Rivers (Photos) – Linda Ikeji

Arrest My Violent Husband So I Can Live In Peace ‘ Woman Cries Out Over Domestic Violence – Information Nigeria

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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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June 16, 2025

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Introduction

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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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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