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‘The Devil Has Taken Over Nigeria’: Victor Attah Blasts Rivers Emergency Rule, Calls It Proof Nigeria Has Lost Federalism. Former Akwa Ibom State Governor, Obong Victor Attah, has strongly criticized the emergency rule declared in Rivers State, describing it as a direct assault on democracy and a dangerous sign that Nigeria is operating outside constitutional order. Speaking in an interview, Attah warned that the country had strayed far from its original federal principles. He invoked the words of Ghana’s Jerry Rawlings, declaring that by every indication, the devil had arrived in Nigeria. Attah traced the crisis to what he called the deliberate dismantling of true federalism. Nigeria, he explained, was envisioned as a federation with clearly defined structures, but those foundations had been replaced with something entirely different. He pointed to Rivers State as a glaring example of constitutional disorder. According to him, even the flawed 1999 Constitution was ignored when the emergency was imposed. PANDEF leaders, he recalled, had earlier met with the President and secured assurances that Governor Siminalayi Fubara was ready to comply with the Supreme Court judgment. Yet, before any legislative process could take place, a state of emergency was declared — bypassing the National Assembly altogether. On the controversial local government elections in Rivers, where the APC claimed 20 out of 23 councils, Attah dismissed the process as illegitimate. He noted that even the electoral commission, INEC, admitted the election was wrongly timed and conducted in violation of minimum requirements. Attah warned that Nigeria had slipped into lawlessness, where constitutional provisions are disregarded without consequence. If everybody condemns an action as wrong and it still goes unchallenged, he said, then it may be true that the devil has taken over Nigeria. He concluded with a call for a return to genuine federalism, insisting that only by restoring the country’s founding principles could Nigeria overcome its deepening crisis. https://barristerng.com/the-devil-has-taken-over-nigeria-victor-attah-blasts-rivers-emergency-rule-calls-it-proof-nigeria-has-lost-federalism/
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Varsity Profs Demand N2.5m Monthly Salary Some Nigerian professors have demanded that their salaries be raised to a minimum of N2.5m per month, insisting that anything less was no longer tenable. On Tuesday, protests rocked several campuses as members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities decried the Federal Government’s failure to implement the renegotiated 2009 FGN–ASUU agreement. Lecturers have long decried poor remuneration and declining conditions in the academic environment. With professors earning about N500,000 monthly, some have been forced to squat in quarters, while others compete with students for space in buses meant for undergraduates. Documents obtained by Saturday PUNCH show that under the Consolidated University Academic Salary Structure, Graduate Assistants earn between N125,000 and N138,020 monthly, while professors earn between N525,010 and N633,333. Assistant Lecturers earn N150,000–N171,487; Lecturer II, N186,543–N209,693; Lecturer I, N239,292–N281,956; Senior Lecturer, N386,101–N480,780; and Readers, N436,392–N522,212. In separate interviews with Saturday PUNCH, the professors insisted that their salaries should not fall below N2.5m. A professor at the University of Ibadan, Remi Aiyede, said Nigerian professors were grossly underpaid compared to colleagues in other African countries. He added that a government-commissioned report had already recommended similar figures. He said, “If you want to benchmark it across countries, you will see that the monthly pay of an average professor across Africa is between $2,000 and $4,000. “So, if you break that down to naira, then you will have an idea of what we are talking about. In fact, a million naira is conservative. Professors in Nigeria should not earn less than N2.5m monthly. “After the Nimi-Briggs Commission, there was a committee set up by this government, which looked into the matter. The report was submitted to the President, and if I understand what was written in that document, a professor should be earning about N2.5m.” At the University of Lagos, Prof. Abigail Ndizika-Ogwezzy of the Department of Mass Communication stressed that professors needed decent pay to deliver effectively. She lamented that poor conditions was forcing lecturers to overwork themselves. Anything less than N2.5m for a professor at the bar is not it; look at the reality. If I want to get a house to live in this Akoka area, it’s not less than N3m per year. Then won’t I feed, pay my children’s fees, ride a good car and even take care of my health? Then when is my reward? “We are carrying the burden of three, four, five people. It is impacting our health, our eyes. We have to read scripts, prepare notes, do community service, conduct research, publish, and attend conferences. Meanwhile, we are all buying from the same market as private sector workers, yet many lecturers cannot pay their children’s school fees,” she added. Prof. Sheriffdeen Tela of Babcock University, Ogun State, also backed the N2.5m demand, saying the disparity between professors and political office holders was indefensible. He said, “If you are saying that a professor receives not less than N1.2m in a month, that means that in a year it’s still less than what the legislature takes home in a month. Some people were advocating N2.5m monthly, and yes, even with the kind of economy that we are in now, it makes sense. “Many professors live on loans because their salaries are not enough. Instead of giving them appropriate pay, the Federal government wants to give them loans, which is wrong.” Former ASUU President, Prof. Emmanuel Osodeke, also argued that professors should earn between N1m and N5m monthly. “If Nigeria truly values education and wants its universities to compete globally, professors must be paid what they are worth. Anything short of this will only worsen the brain drain,” he said. https://punchng.com/varsity-profs-demand-n2-5m-salary/
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I don't understand why people like Ned Nwoke should be at such a place at 4am. Infact I'm still wondering what he told Regina that she will allow him to jump out of the bad just to recieve Akpabio at the Airport by 4am. |
casualobserver:Don't forget $500k was equivalent to N500k then. |
Senators File Out To The Airport By 4am To Receive Senate President Godswill Akpabio I'M HAPPY TO BE BACK HOME, AFTER A BRIEF VACATIONhttps://www.facebook.com/share/p/1C4MK3ddEE/
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Okoroawusa:There are lots and lots of young Nigerians having his kind of opportunity today... But misuse the opportunity. That write up asked a question. It said could you imagine what would have happened if Dangote used the money given to him by the uncle to Japa..? Of course he will still be a rich men... But I doubt if he would have been the RICHEST BLACK MAN ON EARTH today. |
Check out Dangote's Humble Beginning in this throwback picture. Young Nigerians please Learn how to start small and persevere and grow. Nigeria has too much wealth waiting for all to explore. Can you imagine if Dangote used his uncle's money gift to him to Japa. I also noticed that right from time, Dangote keeps supporting every president in power, without showing any interest in becoming the president himself; apart from being The President of Dangote Group.
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Why is JAMB frustrating thousands of young Nigerians under the guise of enforcing age restrictions? Is this truly correction, or a convenient cover-up for deeper failures within the board? |
10 Convincing Things Peter Obi Can Do to Transform Nigeria in 4 Years Opinion: By PastorKay There’s a lot of noise — loud arguments, skeptical voices, and political spin — about whether Nigeria can truly be fixed in just four years. Some say it's impossible. They argue the problems are too deep, the damage too extensive, and the system too corrupt. But what they forget is this: Nigeria doesn’t need forever. It just needs a leader who is focused, fearless, and genuinely ready to serve. Peter Obi is not promising magic. He’s promising leadership with integrity, urgency, and purpose. He’s asking for just one term — 48 months — to lay the foundation for a new Nigeria. And based on his track record, discipline, and vision, that’s not just believable — it’s achievable. If anyone can deliver meaningful change within a single term, Peter Obi can. Here are 10 clear, practical, and convincing things he can accomplish in just four years to turn Nigeria’s fortunes around and rewrite our national story. 1. Slash Government Waste and Reduce Cost of Governance Peter Obi is not new to lean and accountable leadership. As Governor of Anambra, he cut waste and saved billions. As President, he can immediately cut down on excessive allowances, bloated convoys, and redundant agencies, freeing up trillions for national development. 2. Redirect Trillions into Education, Healthcare, and Infrastructure Nigeria bleeds money into luxuries for the elite. Obi will redirect that spending into schools, hospitals, roads, rail, and renewable energy projects. This redirection of priorities can quickly stimulate development and uplift millions out of poverty. 3. Launch an Agricultural Revolution That Creates Jobs and Food Security Peter Obi has repeatedly stated that Nigeria’s future lies in the soil. With over 84 million hectares of arable land, Nigeria has no excuse being hungry. Obi will invest in mechanized farming, agro-processing, and food storage systems to boost productivity, create jobs, and drastically reduce food imports. In just four years, Nigeria can feed itself — and even export. 4. Drive an Industrial Revolution Through Made-in-Nigeria Initiatives Obi will prioritize local production over importation by supporting small-scale and large-scale industries. From leather in Aba to tech in Lagos, steel in Ajaokuta to rice mills in Kano — he will revive dormant industries, create industrial zones, and offer tax incentives and infrastructure to attract manufacturers. This will lead to millions of jobs and massive economic growth. 5. Build a Transparent, Investor-Friendly Economy With his private-sector background and clean image, Obi will attract serious foreign and local investors. He will improve the ease of doing business, simplify taxation, and build investor confidence through transparency, stable policies, and respect for contracts. 6. Declare Total War on Corruption Obi doesn’t need drama to fight corruption. His lifestyle is the message. In 4 years, he can revamp anti-corruption institutions like EFCC, ICPC, and the Auditor-General’s office and enforce a system where stealing from public coffers becomes near impossible — not because of fear, but because of strict systems and accountability. 7. Create Millions of Jobs Through Public Works and Skill Development By investing in infrastructure, agriculture, and tech, Obi can trigger a job explosion. He will also launch programs to equip Nigerian youth with digital, vocational, and business skills, turning the massive youth population into a productive force, not a ticking time bomb. 8. Deliver Affordable and Reliable Power Supply Obi understands that no economy can thrive without electricity. In four years, he can decentralize the national grid, empower states and private players to generate power, and support off-grid renewable energy for underserved areas. The ripple effect on industry, education, and healthcare will be massive. 9. Conduct Free, Fair, and Peaceful Elections Because he’s only asking for one term, Peter Obi is in a unique position to organize the most credible election in Nigeria’s history. He will clean up INEC, ensure voter confidence, and remove fear from the electoral process, leaving behind a democratic legacy Nigeria has never seen before. 10. Rebuild National Unity and Restore Hope Peter Obi’s politics is issue-based, not tribal or religious. As President, he will speak to all Nigerians — North, South, East, and West — with fairness and inclusion. He will run a government of merit, not favoritism, and rebuild national identity and hope, especially among the youth. Final Word: Nigeria doesn’t need eternity to get better. We just need the right man with the right heart in the right seat. Peter Obi has the plan. He has the discipline. He has the will. And in 4 years, he can deliver the kind of impact that will echo for generations. Let’s give him the mandate — and give Nigeria a chance to breathe again. #PastorKay PastorKay is a Public Affairs Analyst | Voice for a New Nigeria.
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😜😜😜. I agree completely. Sometimes, we don't seem to realise the depths to which these pretenders like Amaechi, Atiku and Nasiru have dragged the nation.. Let's take this Amaechi as example. From 1999 as speaker, with a medical doctor governor and close associate, he could have led the House to have Rivers state develop a world class medical facility. He did not. As governor for 8 years, he had unlimited powers and money to establish a world class hospital, in Rivers, but he did not. As super minister and member of cabinet for 8 years, he could have influenced the establishment of a super hospital. He did not. Such a person is now shameless enough to travel abroad for treatment, and he is saying it? What name will properly capture that level of rascality? Are animals as bad as that? |
This is very true |
Misplaced priority |
UKEMY:Well said... |
Opinion: By PastorKay IN THE MIDST OF DEFECTION, LET DIRECTION ARISE — ONOFIOK LUKE, THE GAME CHANGER: 5 REASONS WHY ONOFIOK LUKE MUST DELIVER AKWA IBOM STATE NOW. In the ever-shifting tides of Nigerian politics, men of principle often stand out like mountains in a sea of compromise. And in the unfolding political drama of Akwa Ibom State, Barr. Onofiok Luke stands tall as one of the last true believers in justice, equity, loyalty, and purposeful leadership. As whispers grow louder about the possibility of Governor Umo Eno defecting to the All Progressives Congress (APC)—a move that could dramatically shake the foundations of PDP in Akwa Ibom—it becomes urgent for the People’s Democratic Party to solidify its base and prepare for battle in 2027. This is no time to panic. This is the time to awaken the lion within the party—a lion that has been patient, principled, and prepared. That lion is Barr. Onofiok Luke. Here are five irrefutable, strategic, and prophetic reasons why he must remain in PDP and rise to the occasion as the man destined to lead Akwa Ibom State into its next season. 1. Loyalty Is Rare—and Onofiok Has Proven It Beyond Words In the age of political prostitution, where men cross party lines for stomach infrastructure, Barr. Onofiok Luke has remained a man of the covenant. Through thick and thin, he stayed true to the PDP even when offers, pressure, and politics pulled others into betrayal. Loyalty like this is a dying breed—and in 2027, it must be rewarded, not abandoned. Let it be said that when others bowed to political convenience, Onofiok Luke stood for party integrity. Let the PDP show the world that loyalty still counts. If Umo Eno jumps ship, Onofiok must be handed the torch. Not as compensation—but as confirmation. 2. He Has Political Depth, Structure, and Street Credibility This is not a man you train overnight. Onofiok Luke has walked the process, earned the scars, and built a name that resonates from rural Akwa Ibom to the corridors of Abuja. As former Speaker of the Akwa Ibom House of Assembly and a federal lawmaker, his resume is rich, tested, and dripping with the oil of leadership. He’s not just known in Etinan or Uyo—he’s known in Esit Eket, Oron, Ikot Ekpene, Ini, and Mbo. His name commands loyalty in the streets and respect in the palaces. He doesn't need to buy crowds—he attracts them. In a state where grassroots politics wins elections, Onofiok is already a front-runner. 3. He Is the Bridge Between the Elders and the Youth The political climate is shifting. The young people are restless. They are tired of being tools; they want to be stakeholders. The elders are wise but aging. What the state needs now is a bridge—a generational connector, a leader who understands the cry of the youth without dishonoring the wisdom of the old. Onofiok Luke is that bridge. Young enough to dream, old enough to lead. Exposed enough to innovate, grounded enough to govern. He understands policy, but he also understands pain. He speaks the language of governance, and the dialect of the people. Who better to lead in such a time as this? 4. The PDP Needs a Stabilizer, Not a Stranger If Umo Eno defects, it will shake the PDP’s morale—but it must not shatter its future. The solution is not to import a stranger or rush into alliances. The solution is to raise one of her own—a man who knows the altar of the party, the strength of its grassroots, and the heartbeat of its members. Onofiok is not just a candidate. He is a party priest. He can stabilize the house, unify the ranks, and rebuild the morale of ward chairmen, stakeholders, and foot soldiers who may feel betrayed by defection. His emergence will signal that PDP rewards loyalty, elevates competence, and defends its legacy. 5. He Represents Equity, Rotation, and Restored Hope Politics in Akwa Ibom, like most parts of Nigeria, is powered by zoning, fairness, and political balance. If one zone has produced the governor, fairness demands that while shifting, maintain the status quo. Onofiok Luke’s emergence would not alter any zoning arrangements but rather will satisfy the cravings of power rotation which is already ongoing. It would also restore hope in justice, continuity and unity. By 2027, the people will not only be asking, “Who is capable?” They will be asking, “Who is fair?” The answer will be loud and clear: Barr. Onofiok Luke—a man whose time has come. Conclusion: The Time Is Now The storm is coming. Defections may happen. Confusion may rise. But let the PDP remain firm. Let it not react with panic, but with prophetic precision. Let the trumpet blow from the party's heart: “Raise Onofiok Luke. He is our Nehemiah. He is our David. He is our Joshua for 2027.” PDP must not gamble. Akwa Ibom must not guess. The people must not grope in the dark. Let destiny rise. Let leadership emerge. Let Onofiok Luke take his place. PastorKay is a Political Analyst and Social Activist..! #OnofiokLuke2027 #AkwaIbomRising #PastorKayWrites #DestinyInMotion
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OPINION: By PastorKay Politicians Who Break Election Promises should Be Jailed; Not Citizens Who Don’t Vote: The recent proposal by the National Assembly to mandate compulsory voting in Nigeria is not only tone-deaf but dangerously misguided. While high voter turnout is a desirable feature of any democracy, attempting to achieve it through coercion rather than trust is counterproductive. Instead of punishing citizens for their apathy, lawmakers should be asking: why are people refusing to vote? And more importantly, what can be done to restore faith in the political process? Voting is a democratic right—not a state-imposed obligation. The right to vote includes the right not to vote, especially in protest of a political system that has repeatedly failed its people. For decades, Nigerians have cast their votes in the hope of change, only to be met with the same pattern of empty promises, corruption, and neglect. The problem is not voter laziness; the problem is broken trust. Nigerians are not refusing to vote because they are unpatriotic—they are refusing because they are tired of being deceived. If the National Assembly is truly interested in rescuing Nigeria’s democratic integrity, the real legislative priority should be holding elected officials accountable. Instead of introducing a bill that criminalizes citizens for not voting, they should be debating a law that mandates prison sentences for politicians who fail to fulfill their campaign promises. That would be a bill rooted in justice, not political deflection. A politician’s manifesto is not a poetic wish list—it is a binding social contract. When candidates stand on podiums and pledge jobs, security, infrastructure, and reforms, they are not entertaining the public—they are making commitments that should carry consequences if willfully abandoned. Introducing legal penalties for deliberate and consistent failure to deliver on campaign promises would revolutionize Nigerian politics. It would separate the serious leaders from the opportunists and elevate public service above mere political ambition. Such a law would also dramatically reduce voter apathy, not by force, but by restoring hope. People are more likely to participate in a system they believe in. If Nigerians knew that elected officials would face real consequences for betraying public trust, they would have a renewed reason to engage. Compulsory voting, on the other hand, addresses none of these underlying issues. It merely disguises the symptoms while ignoring the disease. It is not the Nigerian voter who is failing democracy—it is the political elite who promise transformation but deliver excuses. Until we reverse this trend, no amount of forced participation will bring legitimacy to our elections. A system that demands accountability from its citizens must first demand accountability from its leaders. Let us stop punishing the victims of bad governance and start punishing those who exploit public trust for personal gain. Let us focus our legislative energy not on coercing votes, but on building a system where votes truly count—and where broken promises carry a price. Only then will we begin to rebuild the kind of democracy Nigerians deserve. PasorKay is a Political Analyst and Social Activist.
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poiZon:If APC goes to court asking that INEC should publish their name on ballot. Candidates of other parties will ask to be joined as interested parties. The suit will not fly. And don't forget this could be a Supreme Court case. So no be here... |
Waoooooooo..! The man who made me what I am today..! Thought I would ever have an opportunity to meet with him one on one. I used to be a chronic reader of Success Digest. I will save my last money to buy it as soon as it comes out. I will take it home and study it page by page until one day when I saw something that changed my live for ever. I made my first million via Success Digest. What a great Mentor to people like us. RIP SIR..! |
Account Details: First Bank - 3149184088 Kingsley Francis Thanks a million..! |
Only scriptural and superior arguments needed please... |
viyon02:We don't need rantings here... All we need is a Superior argument..! You don't have to abuse the op... Just come up with your Superior argument here. |
There is this trending video that a young pastor is seen narrating on how he was sacked by Living Faith Church aka Winners Chapel and the video has generated a lot of reactions with many insulting the Head man of God behind the church; Bishop David Oyedepo. I'm not a member of Winner's Chapel; Hence I'm not responding on their behalf. But I want to go back to the Scriptures and take a Biblical look at the actions of the church. Let's establish weather the church is right or wrong in taking such a decision. I will also enjoin us to bring up Superior arguments whenever we argue on issues like this. We should try to be objective in our argument. Not just because a story is trending, we jump on it and spread more propaganda than the truth. Let's take an objective look at this case now: (1). A church spends money to hire an Auditorium for the purpose of Worship and Evangelism. (2). The church spends another huge sum to hire a pastor. Spends money to train him. Hire an accommodation for him. Pays him salary for 1 full year. Gives him stipend as impress allowances monthly to use in running the church. (3). Now The Year is ended. All bills have to be paid. Rents must be renewed. (Both church hall and pastor's flat). Plus all other expenses. (4). Pastor/Employee is unable to raise the funds for these payments. Nothing to show for that he has been working and also that he is committed to the job he signed up for. (4). The church in her wisdom decides to disengage such a pastor/employee. And in some cases shut down such a branch; probably to avoid running into debts. Let's look at some possibilities: (i). It's either the pastor just went there and slept off in laziness without doing Evangelism which is The Hallmark of any Christian venture. Just like a student who plays around during school sessions forgetting that Examination period is coming. And the results will show. Someone might say; "But he is winning souls..." That's talking trash... I am a pastor; and I can tell you that there is nowhere a church will be winning souls and it doesn't reflect on the income of the church. There are Ratios of church growth to church income that are applied in church growth evaluation depending on the location of the church. (ii). It's either the pastor in question had been telling lies by not declaring the actual account of the church. But rather keeps on inflating the number of souls not knowing that the two must have a way to tally. (iii). Maybe; I said maybe; The pastor in question must have been tampering with the church accounts by not declaring all income; But rather stealing from it not knowing that payback time is coming. Don't be surprise to hear this. Judas did it and it was recorded against him. John 12:6 "...Not that he cared for the poor—he was a thief, and since he was in charge of the disciples’ money, he often stole some for himself...". Now to the real Question... Is it right for the church to Release him..? I WILL SAY CAPITAL YES..! Let's look at the Scriptures. (1). Jesus had always been against unproductivity. While teaching; He said, whatever branch that bears no fruits must be cut off. John 15: 2 "...Every branch in Me that does not bear fruit, He takes away; and every branch that bears fruit, He prunes it so that it may bear more fruit..." (2). The only time that Jesus laid curses was due to the case of unproductivity. The Bible says He was hungry and went to the fig tree so He can pluck some of its fruits and eat... Only to go there and find nothing. The tree bore no fruits. Jesus was not happy... And to show this; He cursed the tree. Mathew 21:19 "...Jesus went over to see if there were any figs, but there were only leaves. Then he said to it, “May you never bear fruit again!” And immediately the fig tree withered up...". (3). Jesus has always been against laziness and slothfulness. In *Mathew 25* He gave a parable of a master who distributed talents to 3 of his subordinates. One got 5, another got 2, and another got 1. On His return; Accounts were submitted and stocks taken (just like Winners chapel did) and surprisingly; The one that got one came up with stories just like the pastor in question. He tried to play the victim. But master did the unthinkable. He called him *"wicked servant"* and above all *HE SACKED HIM.* He collected the one he had and gave it to the person who already had 10 already. Mathew 25:26-27 “...But the master replied, ‘You wicked and lazy servant! If you knew I harvested crops I didn’t plant and gathered crops I didn’t cultivate, Jesus gave a parable...". Verse 28 says: "...Take therefore the one talent from him, and give it unto him which hath ten talents.." In conclusion: In conclusion; I will say there's absolutely NO WRONG in what the man of God did. Everything he did is scriptural and in line with Leadership qualities, especially in the Household of God. Few Things to Note Also: (1). The young man in question is still a member of the church as no one ever asked him to leave the church. Humbly, he can still remain in church and find something else to do as a source of income. (2). If it is true that he was winning souls; fine, let him continue to win his souls and heaven will reward him. The only difference here is that the church will not pay him again. (3). If actually God called him; Then he still remains a pastor and can actually still serve God anywhere else where his efforts will be appreciated more. Winners Chapel gave him a platform which he started from. He should not castigate that platform that he once enjoyed. He should appreciate them; Thank them for an opportunity to serve and then move on. That can never be the end of his life. He should be careful not to sow wrong seeds by castigating the church; as What you sow... You will also reap same. That's my take on this. Thanks a million..! #PastorAsian..! |
Why come in where you know you are not needed...? |
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Ameeeeeeeeeeeen |
This goes to show that Wike's curfew really saved a lot of lives..! |
The Governor should consult his co- Governor before making any statement. Or has he forgotten that there are two Governors in Bornu state..? Instead of busying himself with is rival BH governor... He is here making noise..? |
Everything in that Prophesy has been fulfilled..! 1. The real Buhari who won the 2015 Elections is no more..! That's the truth. 2. El-Rufai never won the Elections.. We all know the truth. 3. Does El-Rufai you see today look like someone that is alive..? "Pastor Adesina"...! "Pastor Adesina"...! "Pastor Adesina"..! How many times did I call you..? |
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