God grant you wisdom – Primate Ayodele prays for Tinubu, Nigerians in New Year message

In his New Year message, Primate Ayodele, the Spiritual Leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has extended heartfelt prayers and encouragement to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all Nigerians as the country steps into the year 2025. Expressing his joy over the beginning of a new year, Primate Ayodele congratulated people worldwide, emphasizing that
God grant you wisdom – Primate Ayodele prays for Tinubu, Nigerians in New Year message

In his New Year message, Primate Ayodele, the Spiritual Leader of the INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, has extended heartfelt prayers and encouragement to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and all Nigerians as the country steps into the year 2025.

Expressing his joy over the beginning of a new year, Primate Ayodele congratulated people worldwide, emphasizing that the experience of entering a new year is a profound indication of life and hope. “It is indeed a new beginning for everyone across the world, and it is a joyful moment to experience,” he said.

The cleric further highlighted that the start of the year symbolizes the promise of fresh opportunities, reminding Nigerians that every new year is a sign of endurance and resilience. “Experiencing a new year is an indication of proof of life. It is an indication that whatever has a beginning also has an end. It is also proof that there is always a fresh beginning,” he added.

Primate Ayodele commended the enduring spirit of Nigerians, praising their incredible tolerance and resilience despite the challenges of the previous year. He expressed admiration for the unwavering hope that continues to shine in the hearts of Nigerians, despite the difficulties faced in 2024.

“I want to specifically salute Nigerians for their enduring spirit. Nigerians are amazingly tolerant, and I am surprised that despite all the nation went through in 2024, hopes remain high as we begin 2025,” the cleric noted.

Looking ahead to 2025, Primate Ayodele prayed for the well-being of every Nigerian family, urging divine blessings for households to withstand the economic hardships that may arise during the year. He called for God’s grace and intervention to help Nigerians navigate the challenges they may face in the coming months.

In a special message to President Bola Tinubu, Primate Ayodele prayed for divine wisdom and guidance for the president. “I pray for Nigerian leaders, starting from President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, that God will grant him the wisdom to lead the nation rightly and surmount all the challenges facing the country economically, spiritually, and physically,” he said.

Primate Ayodele’s prayers and words of encouragement resonate with many Nigerians as they step into 2025, hopeful for a better year despite the uncertainties that may lie ahead. His message reflects both optimism and a call for resilience and divine intervention as the country navigates the challenges of the new year.

God grant you wisdom – Primate Ayodele prays for Tinubu, Nigerians in New Year message

Makinde vows to ease economic burden on Oyo residents in 2025

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2025: Hold political leaders accountable – Atiku charges Nigerians

Former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar on Wednesday charged Nigerians to hold political office holders accountable. Atiku urged Nigerians to ensure that no political leader wields power unchecked in the year 2025. In his New Year’s message, the former Vice President said Nigerians must firmly restrain any attempts by the government to
2025: Hold political leaders accountable – Atiku charges Nigerians

Former Peoples Democratic Party, PDP, presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar on Wednesday charged Nigerians to hold political office holders accountable.

Atiku urged Nigerians to ensure that no political leader wields power unchecked in the year 2025.

In his New Year’s message, the former Vice President said Nigerians must firmly restrain any attempts by the government to encroach on the fundamental human rights of citizens.

According to Atiku: “This New Year marks the beginning of a momentous era, one of heightened public awareness and vigilance. It is a time when every Nigerian must closely observe the actions and decisions of our political leaders. As we welcome the dawn of 2025, I see an invaluable opportunity to reshape and redefine our national dialogue. I urge all Nigerians to actively participate in safeguarding the principles of democracy.

“I call on every citizen to remain resolute in holding political leaders, at every level of government, accountable. We must ensure that no one wields unchecked power that could erode our liberties or exploit public office for personal gain.

“Reflecting on the challenges of the past year, I recognize that 2024 provided a sobering glimpse into the pressing need for governmental accountability. I am profoundly grateful to the Almighty for granting us the grace to witness another year, despite the arduous trials we have faced.

“The trials of the past year have only served to fortify our faith. Our unshakable belief in divine protection has been our guiding light, and it is this same spirit of unwavering faith that will continue to propel us forward in the coming year.

“As we step into this New Year, I implore all Nigerians to nurture our shared hopes of collective prosperity. The vigilance of the citizenry is paramount in ensuring that those in leadership never abuse the power entrusted to them. Together, we must firmly restrain any attempts by an overreaching government to encroach on the public good or our fundamental rights.

“Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty,” and it is in this spirit that I urge us all to remain ever watchful in guarding against any threat to our democracy. Let us hold firm to our resolve to protect the principles that unite us and to resist any efforts to divide us along religious or ethnic lines.”

2025: Hold political leaders accountable – Atiku charges Nigerians

PICTORIAL: Delta musician set to marry three wives same day

A 55-year-old Delta State highlife musician, Dr Arube Otor, popularly known as Isoko Fela One is set to marry three women on the same day. The event, scheduled for Sunday, January 19, 2025, will be held at Anglican Church Field at London Base, Uzere Kingdom, Isoko South Local Government Area of the state. In the
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New Year’s Day: 45 prison inmates regain freedom in Cross River

To mark New Year’s Day in Cross River State, Governor Bassey Otu has granted an unconditional pardon to 45 convicts who committed minor offences. The governor granted the approval to the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in the state, Mr Ededem Ani on New Year’s Day. In a statement signed by his Chief press
New Year’s Day: 45 prison inmates regain freedom in Cross River

To mark New Year’s Day in Cross River State, Governor Bassey Otu has granted an unconditional pardon to 45 convicts who committed minor offences.

The governor granted the approval to the Attorney General and Commissioner for Justice in the state, Mr Ededem Ani on New Year’s Day.

In a statement signed by his Chief press secretary, Gill Nsa, the governor said that the approval was an exercise of his prerogative of mercy as the Cross River State Governor, pursuant to Section 212 (1) (a) of the Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria 1999 (Amended).

According to the statement, the pardoned inmates were convicted of various offences ranging from felony, stealing, breaking and entering, assault, threats to life, cultism, armed robbery, illegal entry, logging and unlawful possession, conspiracy, assault and threatening violence, and malicious damage, among a few others.

Governor Otu explained that it is important to give a second chance to those pardoned and considered reformed, as well as the need to decongest the prison.

The statement gave the names of those granted pardon to include Yahaya Suleman, Odey David, Jeremiah William Etim, Ubong Sunday Francis, Michael Gbenga, Randy Bassey Etu, Ivara Odum, John Ambrose Adecon, Gabriel Eke, Ukeme Godwin Benson, Godwill Delphin Mbey,

Others include Monday Ndem, Abraham Elijah, Kelvin Ogbonna, Terlumum Giki, Etim Edet Effiong, Abraham Effiong, Mkpang Efa Eyo, Christopher Uduak Etim, Daniel Bassey Duke, Edet Aququo Edet, Glory Friday James, Joseph Ubi Effiom, Eyo Ewa Eyo, Etim Essien Oku, Elvis Inokojong, Bassey Okon Bassey, Francis Eyo Honesty, Anthony Agbor Lazarus, Christian Amos.

While others are: Onuwa Ogana Onuwa, Ebin Ita Nsuijon, Samuel Effiong Mark, Daniel Jatto, Raphael Kingsley Ben, Stanley Julius, Wisdom Maduka, Covenant Ebri, Mary Linus Ekpo, Osim Inyang Ejah, Ogar Victor, Udiba Ona Samuel, Ekpenyong Bassey, Effiong Okon, and Chibuike Lucky.

New Year’s Day: 45 prison inmates regain freedom in Cross River

2025 will usher in peace, Kano gov assures residents

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Governor Abba Yusuf of Kano State has extended warm and heartfelt New Year greetings to the people of the state within and outside the state including those in the diaspora. He expressed optimism that 2025 would be a brighter and more prosperous year. This was contained in a statement issued by the governor’s spokesman, Sunusi

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