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‘’I am not in school, no business, no relationship’ - Nigerian lady cries her eyes out over being an underachiever as she celebrates her 23rd birthday (video)

A video of a young Nigerian lady weeping over not achieving ‘anything’ at 23, has made the rounds on social media.

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In the video, the young lady lamented that she recently turned 23 and her mother came into her
room to pray for her. She said that after her mum finished prayers and left, she was all alone and started to think about her life. She said she is 23 and wonders what her purpose in life is as she is not in school not doing any business, and not even in a relationship.


‘’Today is actually my birthday. My mom came
into my room to pray for me. When she was
done, she stepped out and then I realized that
so much is going in my life, I realized I don't
have much time left. I am 23 years old right
now. If you add two more years to my age, I
will be 25.


I have not figured out my life. I have no
business, I am not working, not in school. no
relationship…I am just there, just living each
day as it comes. I know this is not the plans
God has for me. It cannot be because he
cannot create me and keep me there just to
occupy space. No! Even if that is the plan he
has for me, I know that I want more, I can
change it. The feeling is so overwhelming. I
feel like there is no time. I have not fulfilled
anything. I am just there.

I feel so sorry for myself''

A total of 103 virgin girls from the Ogori
community have been initiated into womanhood during the Ovia Osese Festival, held in the Ogori-Mangogo Local Government area of Kogi State.


The festival took place on Saturday, May 3, 2025 and is celebrated annually by the people of the Ogori community. It showcases the discipline and reserved nature of the girls before they enter marriage.


The National President of Ogori Descendent
Union (ODU), Dr. Aiso Gabriel Osiwomequin in
his speech said Ovia Osese is more than a
cultural festival, it is a symbol of transition, of
hope, of community.


“It reminds us that no matter where life
takes us, the roots of Ogori run deep in our
hearts. It reminds us that our greatest
strength lies in our togetherness,” he said.

"In this spirit of unity, I stand before you
with profound gratitude. I salute every son
and daughter of Ogori at home and in the
diaspora either by birth or by association
who has contributed, in big and small ways,
to the growth and development of our land.

“Whether by construction of roads, building
of classrooms in CCHSO, supporting the
hospital, starting up a cooperative, nurturing
of our youth, preservation of our culture, and
promotion of peace, your efforts have made
Ogori a proud and thriving community.

“To our elders who have passed down
wisdom and values, To our leaders who
have championed progress, To our youth
who carry the future with passion and pride,
To our women whose strength and
resilience fortify every home, And to every
friend and partner who has stood with us.”

Also speaking, the Chairman, ODU, Education
and Culture Committee, Comr. Alao Micheal
Oloruntoba said the festival is a celebration of
womanhood, defined by cultural norms of the
Ogori Community.

“I salute all the mothers here because it is
not a mean task policing daughters,
especially the new era daughters, to live a
responsible morally clean life in readiness
for marriage life," she stated.

Among the family whose virgin daughters were
initiated includes Isovie Akeredola the daughter
of Maj. Gen. Erema Akeredola, Omolola Blessing
Osheidu the daughter of Professor Olugbemiro
Akeredola and also Tosiron Jegede and five
other daughters of Professor Olugbemiro Jegede the pioneer Vice Chancellor of Open University.

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‘’The Recent developments in our nation continue to raise serious concerns about the direction we are headed as a democracy. The tension in the land aggravated by hardship is being needlessly fueled by our attitude to the rule of law and human rights.


The arrest of Martin Vincent Otse, popularly known as VeryDarkMan (VDM), though perhaps within the legal rights of security agencies, was carried out in a manner that left many Nigerians unsettled.


The display of force, lacking in transparency and civility, closely resembled an abduction, a disturbing method that not only creates fear but also risks being mimicked by criminal elements. If Nigerians begin to struggle to
distinguish between legitimate arrests and unlawful abductions, we will lose a vital layer of national security and accountability.


This trend is not new. We must recall that even our esteemed judges, the last line of defence for justice, have suffered similar indignities in recent years. When those who interpret the law are treated with such
disregard, it is difficult to expect that ordinary
citizens will feel protected under the law.


Moreover, these methods are beginning to affect our economy and business environment. The backlash directed at GTBank, allegedly linked to the circumstances surrounding Mr. Otse’s arrest, has had
serious reputational consequences. At a time when investor confidence is already fragile, we must do all we can to avoid actions that tarnish institutions or undermine the trust of both citizens and the international community.


One cannot help but ask: was it impossible to invite Mr. Otse in a civil, transparent, and legal manner? Would that not have spared Nigerians, GTBank, and our national image the unnecessary shame and losses we now
witness? Similarly troubling are allegations surrounding
the so-called adoption of the NANS President If true, it raises critical questions about the independence of student leadership and the subtle erosion of young voices in our democracy. Nigeria’s youth should not feel
coerced, silenced, or absorbed into political agendas that do not reflect their will. The oppression of young voices, whether through force, patronage, or intimidation, is a dangerous path that we must not normalize.


We must return to a Nigeria where justice is done and is seen to be done without theatrics or abuse. A country where youth can speak freely, judges can serve with dignity, and institutions act responsibly. That is the
Nigeria we must rebuild.

A new Nigeria is POssible! –PO''

A revered sister was seen having a good time while doing the work of a DJ at a party.


In a video shared online, the sister is seen dancing and pressing buttons on the mixer.

The video has sparked mixed reactions as viewers share their opinions online.

Poverty isn’t a crime. It could be a virtue of God - Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, says as he reflects on the life of late Pope Francis

Senate President Godswill Akpabio has said that poverty is not a crime and that it can sometimes be considered as a virtue.

Akpabio stated this while speaking from Rome after attending the funeral of Pope Francis.

“When you look at the Catholic Church, the Catholic Church is not just a church. The Vatican is also regarded as a state. You have the head of state that d!ed and was buried today... heading over 1.5 billion people around the world.

You have a man who d!ed as a man today, the Pope, who was worth only $100, showing that we cannot worship God in splendour.

The best way to worship God is through self-sacrifice for others," he said.

He went on to say

“The message is very clear that Nigerians should love one another. Poverty is not a crime and that poverty could sometimes be a virtue, a virtue of God. Whatever you have, you should be able to share with your brothers and sisters, especially during this Easter period,”

“When you're in power, everything looks flashy, everyone respects you, but when you are out of power, that's when you discover the true reflection of things. People will not pick up your calls because they don't need you.”

Chidinma Ojukwu, the prime suspect in the m#rder of Super TV CEO, Michael Usifo Ataga, today, April 17, recounted how she discovered Ataga's lifeless body in a short-let apartment in Lekki on June 15, 2021.

Testifying before Justice Yetunde Adesanya of a Lagos High Court sitting at Tafawa Balewa Square, the former 300-level Mass Communication student of the University of Lagos said she had returned from buying food and juice, knocked repeatedly without getting a response, then pushed the door open, only to find blood on the floor and Ataga lying motionless in a pool of blood.

“I dropped everything and rushed to him,” she recalled emotionally, adding that his eyes were half-shut and there was no pulse.

Led in evidence by her counsel, Mr. Onwuka Egwu, Chidinma recounted her relationship with Ataga, which began in November 2020. Chidinma mentioned that they met through a mutual friend, Fiyin, who was dating Ataga’s friend, James. She described Ataga as kind and supportive, claiming he paid her school fees and helped finance her cosmetics business.

According to her, Ataga who hails from Edo State and was residing in Victoria Garden City, had three children with his estranged wife based in Abuja. She told the court that on June 13, 2021, Ataga informed her of his upcoming birthday and invited her to spend time with him before travelling to Abuja for a family gathering.

“Due to ongoing renovations at his VGC residence, he suggested booking a hotel or short-let apartment in Lekki, where he had scheduled meetings,” she said

Chidinma stated that she found a short-let apartment at 19 Adewale Street, off Ologolo Road, Lekki, which Ataga approved. According to her, they met there that evening, went out to eat at Ango Villa restaurant, bought wine, and returned to the apartment to eat, drink, and smoke.

She told the court that on June 14, they woke up late and Ataga allegedly asked her to contact her supplier for ‘loud’ (cannabis) and rohypnol. She said he sent N15,000 for that and later N25,000 for food. She was out for about two hours buying meals due to COVID-related restrictions and delays. She mentioned that on June 15, Ataga requested more cannabis but asked her to pay since he was unable to transfer funds.

He also gave her money for food and juice. After a delay caused by a mix-up over the okro soup she was asked to buy, she returned to the apartment — only to be met with a horrifying scene.

“I saw blood stains, pushed the door open, and saw Michael on the floor, covered in blood. I checked for a pulse — there was none.”

In panic, she said she cleaned blood off herself, changed clothes, and packed her belongings, including a brown envelope containing Ataga’s bank statements, ID cards, and documents belonging to one Mary Johnson. She also took some jewellery before leaving the apartment in a cab.

The case was adjourned till April 28, 2025, for the continuation of the trial.

LAGOS —COORDINATING Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Professor Ali Pate, has said Nigeria loses about $2 billion yearly to medical tourism, saying the country must build health sovereignty and not rely on foreign care.

Pate said the lack of confidence in local healthcare and the citizenry’s inability to access quality health partly contributed to the figure.

Pate, represented by the Chief Medical Director of Lagos University Teaching Hospital, LUTH, Wasiu Adeyemo, stated this during the commissioning of Avon Medical Centre, a 50-bed speciality hospital in Surulere, Lagos.

However, he expressed optimism that Avon Medical Centre, among others, would reverse the trend, saying the government was also committed to revitalising the health sector through the Nigeria Health Sector Renewal Investment Initiative and the 2024-2027 Health Sector Strategic Blueprint.

His words: “This is not just about stopping medical tourism. It is about building health sovereignty, the ability of a country to care for its people, and develop its institutions, talent, and innovation.
“The government stands ready to co-create pathways for private-sector engagement, be it through health insurance expansion, regulatory reform, or partnerships with national health programmes. We welcome Avon Medical and all new private providers to come alongside us as partners in building a healthier, safer, and more equitable Nigeria.”

Also speaking at the event, Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State called for collaboration between the public and private sectors, saying the government could not solve healthcare challenges alone.

He said: “But we must create the enabling environment for private equity and investment to thrive. That said, Avon Medical, I dare say, has etched its name in the sands of time in this industry—not only in Lagos but in Nigeria as a whole.”
Earlier in her remarks, the Chairperson of Avon Healthcare Limited, Awele Elumelu, lamented that the lack of doctors, beds and equipment puts Nigeria’s healthcare system under pressure.
Elumelu said: “In 2009, we took the bold step to make world-class healthcare accessible and affordable to all, not just the privileged few. That decision birthed Avon Medical and Avon HMO. Africa carries over 20 per cent of the global disease burden, yet has only one per cent of healthcare resources.

“In Nigeria, the lack of doctors, beds, and equipment puts our system under pressure. What we are building is a healthcare system that leaves no one behind. We believe in Afri-capitalism—that the private sector has a responsibility not just to generate profit but to create lasting impact.”