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War against Boko Haram almost won -Zulum

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Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum

Borno State Governor Babagana Zulum of has said that the war against Boko Haram is almost won, as there is no single local council headquarters in the state presently under lock and key.

Special Adviser to the Governor on House of Assembly Matters, Adamu Teli, disclosed this to journalists in Kaduna at the weekend while speaking on the security situation in Borno.

According to him, prior to the coming of Zulum about four Borno local councils were not fully secured from the terrorists.

However, with the coming of the present governor, all the headquarters of the 27 local councils of the state are occupied.

“This would not have been possible without the pragmatic approach of the governor who put his life on the line for the good of the citizenry.

“Of course, without the support of the Federal Government and the security agencies, this wouldn’t have been possible. Also, the civilian Joint Task Force, as well as ordinary people, is in the vanguard of joining these forces to bring peace,” he declared.

Teli dispelled media reports that Borno lawmakers were not being carried along in the affairs of the state, noting that the news was not only fake, but the handiwork of enemies.

IN the same vein, Zulum has reminded the European Union (EU) and implementation partners to complete their “agreed project activities” to curb insecurity, Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) and other challenges in the North East.

During the EU steering committee meeting in Abuja at the weekend, the governor urged the partners to ensure that all resources earmarked for the Borno package were spent in the state.

“I am appealing to the EU to grant us extension for the implementation partners to enable them complete their projects across the state,” he said.

The Commissioner for Reconstruction, Rehabilitation and Resettlement (MRRR), Mustapha Gubio, reiterated the need for EU to support knowledge management of the package through the ministry’s website and data centre.

Responding, the EU Head of Cooperation in Nigeria, Mrs. Cecile Tassin-Pelzer, acknowledged the coordination efforts of the state government through its ministry on the Borno package.

“We are committed to supporting Nigeria to address her challenges,” she said, adding that the EU would look at no-cost-extension requests to approve or justify the need for extension,” she said.

The package has supported more than a million beneficiaries in early recovery and peace building activities in 22 local councils of the state.

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1,000 Prayer Warriors Storm Ilorin for Tinubu, Nation’s Deliverance

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President Bola Ahmed Tinubu

In a dramatic show of faith and patriotism, over 1,000 fiery prayer warriors from across Nigeria will descend on Ilorin, Kwara State, this Saturday, lifting their voices in intense intercession for President Bola Tinubu’s success and Nigeria’s survival in the face of biting economic woes and mounting insecurity.

The spiritual siege, themed “Walking in Domini”, is the maiden convention of the Organisation of African Instituted Churches (OAIC), with its Kwara State Chairman, Evangelist Thomas Adeboye, vowing that “heaven will hear and respond to Nigeria’s cry.”

Aside from marathon prayers, the gathering will roll out free medical outreach to locals across Kwara’s LGAs, a gesture aimed at touching both body and soul.

Adeboye, lamenting Nigeria’s “troubling economic and security realities”, called for a nationwide prayer uprising, insisting that Tinubu has shown the will to revive the nation but needs massive divine backing to succeed.

“Banditry, a collapsing economy, and political tension demand we seek God’s face like never before,” he declared. “We will storm heaven for wisdom for the President and governors to steer Nigeria to safety.”

The convention will also feature awards to distinguished personalities, soul-lifting worship, fiery sermons, and unity-driven lectures—all capped with thunderous prayers for Nigeria’s redemption.

Adeboye urged the President to ensure every policy has “a human face,” stressing that Nigerians must not only endure but also enjoy the fruits of governance.

With the OAIC promising to reaffirm believers’ authority in Christ and rally spiritual boldness in the face of national challenges, Ilorin is set to become the epicentre of a powerful spiritual warfare for Nigeria’s destiny.

 

 

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Nigerian Anglicans Condemn Lesbian Archbishop of Wales, Deepening Global Anglican Rift

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…Church leaders accuse Welsh counterparts of “spiritual decadence” and “abandonment of faith”

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has issued a forceful condemnation of the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann, an openly lesbian cleric, as the Archbishop of Wales. The move is the latest in a series of developments that have deepened divisions within the global Anglican Communion over sexuality and doctrine.

In a statement from Primate The Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, the church denounced the election as a “serious departure from biblical teaching” and a sign of “spiritual decadence” and “an outright abandonment of the faith once delivered to the saints.”

Archbishop Ndukuba warned that Bishop Vann’s elevation compromises the Anglican Church’s global mission and could obstruct evangelism. He compared the situation to the controversial tenure of Most Rev. Katherine Jefferts Schori, former Presiding Bishop of the U.S. Episcopal Church, who also faced intense criticism from conservative Anglicans for her progressive views.

The Primate accused Bishop Vann of being complicit in the “ongoing crisis” around same-sex issues, stating that the election is a “clear revelation that many who claim to be members of the body of Christ cannot endure sound doctrine” (2 Timothy 4:3–4).

The Church of Nigeria called on Anglicans worldwide to reject “rebels” and “apostates” and to instead support conservative bodies like the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON).

“The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) condemns, unequivocally rejects, and will not recognize the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann as Archbishop of Wales,” Ndukuba declared. He concluded with a solemn warning that without repentance, the Church in Wales risks losing “complete relevance” and its leaders will face judgment.

 

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Anglican Church Urges Government To Prioritize Citizen Welfare

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The Primate of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Reverend Henry Ndukuba, has called on political leaders to prioritize the welfare of citizens.

During a recent church service in Abuja, Ndukuba noted that many Nigerians are struggling with challenges brought on by the global economic downturn. He urged state and local governments to implement new initiatives to lessen the impact on their communities.

The Primate also stressed that the federal government must effectively monitor its programs to ensure that Nigerians fully benefit from the nation’s democratic gains. He argued that if the current administration can effectively tackle corruption, the country would significantly benefit from the economic policies of President Tinubu’s government.

Ndukuba concluded by asking the congregation to continue praying for those in authority, remain committed to national unity, and show love and support for the less privileged. He also tasked the newly inducted members of the Church Mothers’ Guild with aggressively spreading the gospel.

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