THE UNINTENDED CONSEQUENCES: When Parental Guidance Destroys Children’s Relationships – By Gracious Akintayo Introduction: In a world where relationships between intending couples are often fraught with doubt and challenges, the guidance of parents and pastors is invaluable. However, there are instances where well-meaning advice leads to unintended consequences – causing harm, confusion, and misdirection rather than sound guidance. This article explores how these influential figures can inadvertently misguide individuals, leading to the breakdown of promising relationships and marriage plans. It draws on biblical references to underscore the importance of wisdom and discernment in counsel. The Role of Parents: Misguided…
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GRACIOUS Akintayo is a journalist of many years experience and exposure. He worked in various media organization as a reporter, researcher and correspondent. He had attended many local and international organized professional, leadership and ministerial conference, training, seminars and workshops. He is a media consultant, editor, an inspirational writer, public speaker and social critics. He is the Editor/Publisher, PROVIDENCE News (a nondenominational general interest Christian publication), former President, Christian Press Association of Nigeria (CPAN) and currently, President, Nigeria Christian Media Forum (NCMF). Gracious is a member of many professional, social and Christian faith organization.
NCPC EXECUTIVE SECRETARY SYMPATHISES WITH FAMILIES OF 25 AIR FORCE PLANE CRASH VICTIMS IN ONDO The Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission, Bishop Prof. Stephen Adegbite, has joined well-meaning Nigerians to sympathise and condole with the families of the 25 victims who lost their lives on 5th October 2026, following the military plane crash which occurred in Igbokoda, Ondo State. In a statement released on Sunday, the Executive Secretary described the incident as most unfortunate and a deeply painful experience for the Nigerian Air Force and the country. He extended his heartfelt condolences to the families of…
Sampson: Gifted but Unguarded (Part 3) By Babatunde Olugboji We’ve been discussing how Samson, the strongest man who ever lived, and one of the most colorful characters in the Bible was taken down by lack of self-control, that vital fruit of the Spirit, especially concerning women. Our final point last week was how sin grinds you, how Samson, the man who once terrified armies, ended up moving in circles grinding grain for his enemies. The consequences of sin can be brutal. Sin reduces us, it diminishes us, it steals from us, it wastes our gifts and talents, it turns…
AIR CRASH: GOV AIYEDATIWA VISITS SCENE, ORDERS CONTINUED SEARCH …says pilot averted bigger disaster as aircraft crashed 200 metres from community Ondo State Governor, His Excellency, Hon Lucky Orimisan Aiyedatiwa, on Wednesday visited the scene of the Nigerian Air Force aircraft crash at Igbokoda, headquarters of Ilaje Local Government Area, as search and recovery operations continued for the victims and the main wreckage. According to a statement by Ebenezer Adeniyan, Chief Press Secretary to the Governor of Ondo State, Governor Aiyedatiwa described the crash as a national tragedy, saying no survivor had been found at the scene as of…
OMOLOLU FALOBI (1971 – 2006): A Legacy of Creativity, Excellence, Integrity and Accountability on how to run an NGO without stealing donor funds By Kingsley Obom-Egbulem was speaking with some Gen Z journalists at News Central TV early this year and told them we’ve always had Internet influencers. Indeed, before the advent of social media and influencer culture, we had guys who led communities and conversations and gave people something to think about as major issues unfolded in our world. Omololu Falobi was that guy. Or one of them. By the age of 33 or so, he had been…
CSS GLOBAL INTEGRATED FARMS HOLDS FIVE-DAY PRE-RETIREMENT TRAINING FOR YOBE RETIREES The National Directorate of Employment (NDE), in collaboration with CSS Global Integrated Farms and the Yobe State Government, has commenced a five-day training programme to equip prospective retirees with practical agribusiness skills for life after active service. The programme, held in Gora, Nasarawa State, is focused on animal husbandry, fish farming and food processing, with the organizers encouraging participants to develop alternative sources of income before retirement. According to a statement by Celestine Toruka, the Chairman of CSS Global Integrated Farms, Prof. John Kennedy Opara, represented by the…
HOW MODERN JEZEBELS AND DELILAHS HIDES AND OPERATES IN TODAY’S CHURCH: Friendly Faces, Perfumed Poison and Dangerous Heart By Gracious Akintayo Every church has them. They are present in every service, active in every department, and known by almost everyone. They look like the most committed believers – prayerful, generous, and always friendly. But behind the religious camouflage lies a troubling lack of character. They dressed and always looked good, but mischievous, malicious, manipulative, treacherous, and venomous with sharp tongues. Scripture gave us two timeless archetypes for this danger: Jezebel and Delilah. They were not openly hostile to faith;…
NATIONAL TRANSFORMATION: It is Not Them, But Us – Stop The Blame Game By Femi Adebayo It is easy and mostly convenient to point accusing fingers at neighbours, colleagues, leaders, institutions, or individuals rather than looking within and taking responsibility to ask ourselves what we can do differently. True transformation begins when we stop asking, “Who is responsible?” and start asking, “What can I do?” Nehemiah provides a powerful example. Despite enjoying a privileged position as the king’s cupbearer, he was deeply concerned about the devastation of Jerusalem. He did not merely criticise those responsible for the broken walls;…
Sampson: Gifted But Unguarded (Part 2) By Babatunde Olugboji Samson, the strongest man who ever lived, and one of the most prominent characters in the Bible was taken down as a result of lack of self-control concerning women. This week, we’ll continue our series on this gifted by unguarded strongman. Eventually, Samson met Delilah in the Valley of Sorek (Judges 16:4). By this time, the Philistine leaders were desperate to discover the source of his strength. They offered Delilah money to uncover his secret. Repeatedly, she pressed Samson: “Tell me the secret of your great strength.” At first Samson…
FG, World Bank REAFFIRMED COMMITMENT TO EQUIPPING NIGERIAN YOUTHS WITH PRACTICAL SKILLS TO ENHANCE EMPLOYMENT AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP The Chairman of CSS Global Integrated Farms Professor John-Kennedy Opara, has said that the Federal Government and the World Bank have reaffirmed their commitment to equipping Nigerian youths with practical skills to enhance employment and entrepreneurship. He disclosed this on Wednesday 1st October, 2026:in Gora Nasarawa state, at the commencement of a Six Month training under the IDEAS Project, implemented by the Federal Ministry of Education with support from the World Bank. According to a statement by Celestine Toruka, Professor John-Kennedy Opara…