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Seyi Shay’s explanation on why she quit attending church

Seyi Shay’s explanation on why she quit attending church

The Nigerian singer Seyi Shay has disclosed the reason behind her decision to no longer attend her previous church. She claimed that she took this action when a church leader suggested that the congregation go back to traditional Christian hymns and songs that "are direct scripture" instead of new-age gospel tunes. While exploring African relatives, Shay claimed she could not understand why people like the church leader would be content to sing songs that were composed by "slave owners" and passed down through the years. She emphasised that ignorance is not godly and advised Christians to learn traditional Christian hymns…
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E.C.K Foundation, Ohafia L.G.A Exco, Hold Successful Inaugural Meeting

E.C.K Foundation, Ohafia L.G.A Exco, Hold Successful Inaugural Meeting

The E.C.K Foundation held its inaugural meeting for the Ohafia Local Government Area Executive Council on May 23, 2025. This gathering brought together pivotal stakeholders and officials to discuss pressing issues facing both the foundation and the local community. During the meeting, executives focused on strategies to advance the foundation's objectives, particularly in the areas of community development, education, and empowerment. They also reviewed ongoing projects, pinpointing both challenges and opportunities for growth. The foundation has been actively involved in Ohafia LGA and other local government areas in Abia State, especially within the Abia North Senatorial Zone, aiming to strengthen…
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Africa’s youngest leader divides opinion over Russia ties

Africa’s youngest leader divides opinion over Russia ties

As news emerged this week about hundreds of Burkina Faso citizens killed separately by both jihadi groups and government forces, images of Burkina Faso’s junta leader, Capt. Ibrahim Traore were plastered over Russian state media speaking about pan-Africanism and liberating the minds of the continent’s youths. Traore, who was in Moscow for the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany in World War II, is Africa’s youngest leader at 37, a strong appeal for the continent's young population that is used to much older leaders. Since coming to power in September 2022 after the country’s second coup that year,…
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PDP crisis: By May 27, we’ll expel disruptive members of the party, says Bode George

PDP crisis: By May 27, we’ll expel disruptive members of the party, says Bode George

Chief Bode George, a leader of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), has stated that members who do not follow the party's guidelines will be expelled. When the party's National Executive Council, or NEC, meets later this month, George stated that this will be one of their major considerations. He claimed that the majority of the party's politicians had little to no concern for the welfare of the populace and were primarily motivated by their own interests. The elder statesman stated on Channels Television Sunday Politics that the main opposition party's NEC is now prepared to take a firm step that…
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Tragic Attack in Kebbi State: 15 Farmers Killed, 3 Injured

Tragic Attack in Kebbi State: 15 Farmers Killed, 3 Injured

A devastating attack by suspected bandits has rocked the Waje community in Kebbi State's Danko Wasagu Local Government Area, resulting in the deaths of at least 15 farmers and injuring three others. The incident has sent shockwaves through the community, prompting a condolence visit from the state's Deputy Governor, Umar Tafida, representing Governor Nasir Idris. During the visit, the Deputy Governor expressed sympathy for the victims' families and announced a donation to support them. He assured the community that the state government would work to address insecurity and ensure farmers' safety. The District Head of Waje, Bala Danbaba, welcomed the…
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