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Dec

2024

Sultan Of Sokoto Led – NSCIA Asked FGN To Revoke Oyedepo Airstrip Licence

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Politics, Religion

Sultan Of Sokoto Led-NSCIA Asks FG To Revoke Oyedepo Airstrip Licence The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has asked the Federal Government to revoke the airstrip licence given to the Living Faith Church, also known as Winners Chapel, founded by Bishop David Oyedepo. The council’s call is contained in a communique issued at the end of the 10th meeting of the Expanded General Purpose Committee (EGPC) held at the Abuja National Mosque. In October, the Minister of Aviation and Aerospace Development, Festus Keyamo (SAN), announced the granting of the licence to the Living Faith Church for the construction…

Dec

2024

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‘Nobody Can Do Anything,’ – Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Breaks Silence Amid Deportation Saga

Gossips, Human Rights, International, News Flash, Religion

‘NoBody Can Do Anything,’ Pastor Tobi Adegboyega Breaks Silence Amid Deportation Saga Nigerian-born UK pastor Tobi Adegboyega has addressed recent reports of his impending deportation to Nigeria. The former leader of Salvation Proclaimers Anointed Church, which was shut down following allegations of a £1.87 million fraud, has lost his legal battle against deportation despite asserting that the move would infringe upon his human rights. An immigration tribunal has ruled that the 44-year-old, who is a cousin of Star Wars actor John Boyega, be deported to Nigeria. According to a report by The Telegraph, investigations revealed financial misconduct within his church,…

Nov

2024

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Governor Otti Attends The 27th Anniversary Of Mountain Of Fire And Miracle Ministry

Abia State, Good Governance, News Flash, Religion

GOVERNOR OTTI ATTENDS THE 27TH ANNIVERSARY OF MOUNTAIN OF FIRE AND MIRACLE MINISTRIES. Earlier today, the Executive Governor of Abia State, His Excellency, Dr. Alex Otti OFR, and his wife, her Excellency, Mrs. Priscilla Otti attended the 27th anniversary of the South-East VI Regional Headquarters of the Mountain of Fire and Miracle Ministries at Amuzukwu, Umuahia. The Governor's presence at the anniversary service elicited great joy and ovation from the congregants who could not hide their joy of having him worship with them. The Governor thanked the Church for their continued prayers and support for his administration. He encouraged the…

Nov

2024

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President Tinubu To Attend Joint Arab-Islamic Summit In Saudi Arabia

FGN, News Flash, Politics, Religion

President Tinubu To Attend Joint Arab-Islamic Summit In Saudi Arabia President Bola Ahmed Tinubu will depart Abuja on Sunday for Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, to attend the Joint Arab-Islamic Summit, which will focus on the current situation in the Middle East. This was stated in a press release issued on Saturday by Bayo Onanuga, the Special Adviser to the President on Information & Strategy. The statement noted that the summit will commence on Monday, November 11, 2024, and is being held at the invitation of King Salman and Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman. It follows last year’s summit in the same…

Nov

2024

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Divine Solution For Nigeria’s Economic Hardship As First Lady And NSA Lead National Prayer

Economy, FGN, News Flash, Religion

First Lady, NSA To Lead National Prayer For Nigeria’s Economic Turnaround First Lady Senator Oluremi Tinubu and National Security Adviser Nuhu Ribadu will spearhead a national prayer session aimed at addressing Nigeria’s numerous challenges. The initiative, coordinated with Christian and Muslim religious leaders, seeks divine intervention for the country’s social, economic, and security issues, under the theme ‘Seeking the Intervention of God in Nigeria’s Affairs.’ Chief Segun Balogun Afolorunikan, Director General of the National Prayer Forum (NPF), announced the event in Abuja, emphasizing the importance of unity in overcoming Nigeria’s crises. According to Afolorunikan, this interfaith gathering signifies a collective…

Oct

2024

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House Of Reps Ask Keyamo To Revoke Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church Airstrip Licence

National Assembly, News Flash, Religion

Reps Ask Keyamo To Revoke Oyedepo’s Living Faith Church Airstrip Licence The House of Representatives on Wednesday called on the Ministry of Aviation and Aerospace to stop the issuance of airstrip licenses to private individuals and organizations while calling for the withdrawal of already approved ones granted to Living Faith Church and private individuals and organizations, to safeguard national security. This followed the adoption of an urgent motion titled “NEED TO STOP ISSUANCE OF AIRSTRIP LICENSE TO PRIVATE INDIVIDUALS AND ORGANIZATIONS IN THE COUNTRY by Rep Sulaiman Abubakar Gumi during plenary in Abuja. Moving the motion, Gumi noted that the…

Oct

2024

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Stop Sucking Poor Members With ‘Sowing Seed’ Mentality – Kumuyi Warns Preachers

Columns/Opinions/Letters, News Flash, Religion

Stop Sucking Poor Members With ‘Sowing Seed’ Mentality – Kumuyi Tells Preachers The General Superintendent, Deeper Life Christian Life Ministry, Pastor William Kumuyi, has declared that preachers should stop the act of sucking out their members under the guise of sowing seed. Kumuyi made the declaration during a special Programme christened ‘Ministerial Renewal’ for church ministers and workers across the global via satellite broadcast, which was a special Programme on the heels of a Ministerial Conference earlier held during one of the Global Crusade with Kumuyi, GCK, editions. He made it clear that members are to receive help from their…

Oct

2024

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Introducing: All Christians Businessmen Fellowship International (ACBMFI) – World’s Foremost Inter-Denominational Entity

News Flash, Personality, Religion

The All Christians Businessmen Fellowship (ACBMF) International is one of the world's foremost inter-denominational entity and body of highly placed, eminent, and resourceful Christian Businessmen and Professionals. It serves as an intercessory prayer network and a coalition of frontline evangelists, empowered in line with the word of God:"And God blessed them, and said unto them, "Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it:…"( Genesis 1:28 ). "And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature"( Mark 16:15). Our mission is to promote good societal values and the right…

Oct

2024

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Introducing: All Christians Businessmen Fellowship International(ACBMFI) – World’s Foremost Inter-Denominational Entity

International, News Flash, Religion

ABOUT US:All Christians Businessmen Fellowship International (ACBMFI) is one of the world's foremost inter-denominational entity and body of highly placed, eminent, and resourceful Christian Businessmen and Professionals. It serves as an intercessory prayer network and a coalition of frontline evangelists, empowered in line with the word of God:"And God blessed them, and said unto them, "Be fruitful, and multiply, and replenish the earth, and subdue it:…"( Genesis 1:28 )"And he said unto them, Go ye into all the world, and preach the gospel to every creature"( Mark 16:15).Our mission is to promote good societal values and the right ideals within…

Oct

2024

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I’ve Not Earned Any Wage From Covenant University Since Inception -Bishop Oyedepo

Education, News Flash, Religion

I’ve Not Earned Any Wage From Covenant Varsity Since Inception – Bishop Oyedepo Bishop David Oyedepo, the Chancellor of Covenant University said he has never earned any wages from the university since it’s inception in 2001. Oyedepo disclosed this during the university’s 19th convocation, Instead he emphasized that the success stories and personal growth of the students have been his true rewards. The convocation, held to confer First and Higher Degrees and present prizes, saw a total of 1,607 students graduate, including 339 first-class honors, 762 second-class upper honors, 330 second-class lower honors, 25 third-class, and 151 from postgraduate programs.…