Wednesday 30 August 2017

Andrew Wommack – Respond To God’s Direction

                      Topic: Respond To God’s Direction [Wednesday August 30, 2017]

Luke 19:26 “For I say unto you, That unto every one which hath shall be given; and from him that hath not, even that he hath shall be taken away from him.”

Text: Luke 19:26
What was it that this wicked servant didn’t have that caused his master to take back the money he had given him? It wasn’t the tangible money that he had been given. He had kept that laid up in a napkin and he still possessed it. What he was missing and what the other servant had that caused the lord to give this pound to him was faithfulness. Those who are faithful with what God has given them will be given more, and those who are wasteful will have what God has given them taken away and given to another.

Christians will one day stand before the Lord for the purpose of receiving rewards, and all our actions will be revealed, whether they were our own doings or directed by the Spirit of God. Those who were not governed by the Holy Spirit in their actions will see all their good works burned up in that day when we stand before the Lord and He tries our works. Those who acted only under the guidance of the Holy Spirit will find that their works will endure the test and they will receive a reward.

Many people choose to do good things thinking that God will be pleased. But our positive response to God’s direction (faith) is what pleases God (Heb. 11:6). We were created with a purpose and every individual has a God-given plan for his life. We need to let God work in and through us and faithfully fulfill what He has called us to do.

This message was written by The Association of Related Ministries International (ARMI) is an extension of Andrew Wommack Ministries (AWM). ARMI is a unique partnership committed to providing resources to help like-minded ministers succeed in a spirit of excellence and to draw from the experience and expertise of both the AWM and Charis Bible College staff. (www.awmi.net)

Yvonne Nelson’s ‘Heels and Sneakers’ season 3 premieres on Saturday

Season three of ‘Heels and Sneakers‘ premieres this Saturday, September 2, 2017 on TV3.

The Television series follows the lives of students on and off campus, relationship drama, fears, challenges, and a lot more.

Yvonne Nelson, Adjetey Anang, Doris Sackitey, Regina Krave, Lerny Lomotey, Belinda Dzattah, Victoria Lebene and Ian Wordi are some members of the production.

Efya’s ‘Until The Dawn‘ is the soundtrack for this season.

The series is produced by Nelson’s YN Productions.

Watch trailer below.


         

Nadia Buari holds private screening of her new movie 'Deranged'

After several weeks of promotion, renowned Ghanaian actress and entrepreneur, Nadia Buari has finally screened her latest movie titled ‘Deranged’.

The private screening, which was held last week at the Labadi Beach Hotel was awash with VIP guests and top notch Ghanaian celebrities such as Jackie Appiah, John Dumelo, Kalsuome Sinare and a host of others.

Deranged tells the story of a young girl who falls for her teacher from school and after a while becomes obsessed with him and goes to enormous measures to make him hers by attempting to murder his wife but rather killed his child and sets about manipulating every aspect of his life.

Also starring in the movie are Ramsy Nuoah, Zynell Zuh, Priscilla Opoku Agyeman (Ahuofe Patri ), Pascaline Edwards, Jason E.L Agha, Henry Prempeh and Lisbeth Lopez Acquah.

From the story treatment to the screenplay, costume to production design, 'Deranged' together with its crop of a-list cast is in a class of its own.

This entirely private affair in conjunction with the Nadia Buari foundation is part of a series of activities leading up to the official premiere on October

A few of the star-studded guests who attended were on ground giving positive feedback to media houses during interviews after the screening.

See pictures from the exclusive event below;



                    

                     

                

                     

John Legend reveals the personal struggle that brought him and Chrissy Teigen closer

John Legend and Chrissy Teigen found strength in their struggles ,he told Cosmopolitan.

"Having a baby is a big challenge for a couple, and going through that together strengthens your bond because if you make it through [having a child], you know you can make it through anything," Legend explained.
Legend, 38, told the publication that rather than allow their struggle to conceive naturally come between them, he and Teigen remain focused on the positives.

"You want to feel like everything's working properly and want everything to be perfect, but sometimes it's not. I wouldn't say we can't conceive naturally, but I would say that it's enough of a challenge where it felt like we needed help," Legend shared."We're lucky that we're living in an age where we can conceive in other ways. [In vitro fertilization] brought us Luna and hopefully it will bring us a few more awesome kids, too."

Suspected Fulani Herdsmen invade Falae’s Farm again

The Ilado farm of the Former Secretary to the Federal Government (SGF) Chief Olu Falae near Akure, the Ondo state capital was again Wednesday reportedly attacked by suspected hoodlums suspected to be Fulani herdsmen.

Sources said crops worth millions of Naira were destroyed in the process of grazing their cattle.



The Publicity Secretary of the pan-Yoruba socio-cultural group, Afenifere, Yinka Odumakin told reporters in Akure after the monthly meeting of the association, held at the residence of its leader, Chief Reuben Fasoranti.

The Personal Assistant (PA) to Chief Falae, Captain Moshood Raji (rtd.) confirmed the incident, saying many crops were destroyed by the hoodlums.

According to him, it was the police escorts of the elder statesman who shot sporadically into the air that sent the herdsmen out of the farm.

He said they attacked Falae’s farm and destroyed the crops,adding that they had immediately reported the incident to the police.

I fall deeper in love with you each morning- Gabrielle Union tells Dwayne Wade on their 3rd wedding anniversary

Gabrielle Union took to Instagram to gush about her 3 year marriage to Dwayne Wade.Today being their third wedding anniversary,she wrote


Someone told me that if our wedding was any indication of how our marriage would go, there would be alot of happiness in our future...And he ain't never lied! 8-30-2014 was the 1st step and we keep on steppin! Every day I think there's no way I could love you any more than I did the day before, but I fall deeper in love with you each morning. Thank you for your belief that we were both capable of evolution and committing to be your best self for our family. Loving u poopy💩! 😍😙🤗 #3




Master P calls out Kevin Hart for forcing celebs to donate to Hurricane Harvey

Master P has criticized Kevin Hart for forcing celebs into donating $25k for Harvey relief.
The hip-hop mogul revealed he has personally donated a significant amount but won't say how much, and he thinks that's the way it should be.


According to TMZ,he says people shouldn't be judged by how much they give ... they should give from the heart, and it's not a competition.


"I'm blessed Kevin Hart made a donation, but I feel like he don’t have to do that because it’s not necessary,” P said of Kev’s urging for other celebrities to send $25,000 to The Red Cross. “A lot of people are gonna do what they want to do — it’s their money.”

Another Kidnappers Underground Den Discovered In Mushin

An angry mob in Mushin area of Lagos almost set a suspected kidnapper ablaze today, Wednesday, August 30 after he was fished out of a canal.
Upon entering the canal which reportedly leads to an old company, two other suspects were apprehended with one set ablaze.

Syringes believed to be used in injecting their victims with sedative drug, were also discovered in the hideout.

Police Discover Cash In Rectum Of Drug Dealer Upon Arrest

A man was recently arrested by the police following a traffic stop when they found he was carrying an assortment of drugs and a large amount of money.They however got even more surprise upon getting to the station and found the cash had disappeared but $20 bills were falling out of his rectum.

 26-year-old Pattreon Stokes, was arrested by a policeman in Florida for speeding in the early hours of the morning last Saturday, cops said in a Facebook post.

During the stop, the officer smelled marijuana and upon searching the car, he found methamphetamine, rock cocaine and heroin. A scale was also recovered from the vehicle.

Police said Stokes was carrying a “small amount of marijuana and a large amount of currency on his person.” They arrested him and brought him to Marion County Jail.

But when they got there, cops said the money they found earlier was gone. Stokes claimed that deputies had already collected it, but “this was certainly not true,” police wrote in the post.

“Detention deputies then noticed something quite unusual…” the post reads. “They observed $20 bills falling from Stokes’ buttocks area.”

In a process cops called “necessary but undesirable” for everyone involved, they found $1,090.00 in U.S. currency hidden in Stokes’ rectum.

“Judging from Stokes’ mug shot, he looks pretty ‘bummed’ about the whole situation,” police joked.

The Facebook post went on to apologise to the “wonderful cashiers” in Marion County, writing that they would understand if cash handlers chose to use gloves.

A seven-month-old child was also found in the front passenger seat of Stokes’ car when he was arrested.

Stokes is charged with smuggling contraband into a detention facility, trafficking methamphetamine, trafficking heroin, possession of cocaine with the intent to sell, manufacture or deliver, possession of marijuana and possession of drug equipment.

Source: Fox

Hatred for my husband made me attempt killing my rival's new born - 17-year old confesses

A 17-year-old housewife has confessed that she attempted murdering her rival’s two-week old baby due to her deep hatred for her husband and his first wife — the baby’s mother.


The suspect, Hindatu Abdullahi, who hails from Wuro Bogga village, Duguri District of Alkaleri Local Government Area of Bauchi State, said she had been married to her husband, Abdullahi Ori, for two years.

Speaking in an interview with newsmen said she was forced into the marriage at age 15 by her father.

In her words:

 “My husband and I have been married for two years now and we have a child. He married me as his second wife. He used to love me dearly, but he suddenly started maltreating me.
“He would beat me, insult me and abuse me at the slightest provocation. I reported his maltreatment to my parents all the time, but they have never believed what I told them, since it was their idea for me to marry him.
“My father forced me to marry him, against my wish. I have been staying in my husband’s house just because of my parents.” 
“I have not been in good terms with my husband and my rival. We are always fighting. I don’t know why I did what I did, but I regret it.
“Whatever punishment that will be given to me should be done, but every time I remember my action, I keep regretting doing what I did.
Narrating the incident, Abdullahi said she had taken the baby from his mother's room to hers and tried feeding him poisoned food, but he refused to take it.

“I quickly removed his clothes and cleaned the poison with it. I became very confused, realising what I had done,” she said.
Abdullahi said further that the baby was then rushed to the hospital and the nurse said the baby did not swallow the poison.

“My siblings took me to my co-wife and I apologised to her and she said she has forgiven me; but she left everything to God to judge.
“They called my husband on phone and told him and he vowed to divorce me when he returns from his pilgrimage,” she added.

She claimed that she was given 80 strokes of the cane after her husband’s brother insisted that she must be punished for her crime.

“He (my husband’s brother) took me to a vigilance office in our area and they gave me 80 strokes of the cane besides the tax they placed on my father, which he paid.
“My husband’s brother said he wasn’t satisfied with the punishment I was given, so he took me to the Police Station at Maina Maji, where I spent two nights before they brought me here” (Bauchi State Police Command headquarters) she said.

We Are Blessed To Have Eachother - Wizkid's Baby Mama Gushes Over Her Son

 Shola Ogudu, Wizkid's babymama, is a proud momma.

She took to Snapchat to gush about just how brilliant her son, Boluwatife is adding God made him in her image and couldn't be more thankful.

Read her post below:


Mother Pours Grounded Pepper In Daughter's Vagina

A certain Mercy Segun, was on Wednesday arraigned before a Karmo Grade 1 Area Court in Abuja for allegedly beating her daughter and pouring pepper into her vagina.

The 42-year old, who resides at Idu Gbagyi, Karmo, is facing a three-count of criminal force, assault and causing hurt to a minor.
According to the prosecutor Mrs. Florence Auhioboh, the defendant’s neighbour, Gift Afegua, reported the matter at the Karmo Police Station on August 22.

She alleged that Mercy, knowing her daughter to be a minor, ill-treated her by pouring ground pepper into the girl’s vagina which left the child in great pain.
The prosecutor said the offences contravened sections 246, 265 and 238 and of the Penal Code.
The defendant, however, denied the charges.
Mercy was granted a N30,000 bail, with a surety in like sum.

He ordered that the surety must reside within the court’s jurisdiction and adjourned the case till September 25 for hearing.
NAN

Thief Steals N1.2 Million From Banker's Office

A banker in Lagos has allegedly lost his job after someone entered his office and stole over a million Naira.
According to the twitter user identified as Adebanjo Adebayo who shared the news, said the thief stole N1.2 million from Access bank located in Ejigbo area of Lagos last month.

Adebayo also revealed that the theft cost his brother his job as he was sacked by the back recently for the missing money.

The alleged thief was tracked after a CCTV footage from the bank was reviewed.

23-year old PH.D Student Commits Suicide Over Pressure From Studies

A 23-year old Oxford University student has committed suicide after struggling to cope with the pressures of his studies.

According to reports, Rafael Ochoa was in his first year of a five year course studying for a PhD in computer science.


The brilliant 23-year-old had already gotten a first class Masters at Oxford and a first class degree in engineering at Cambridge.
Rafeal who was also a golfer, was reportedly anxious about an upcoming tournament for the university’s Divots team which he was captain of, the court heard.

With that pressure and that of his studies coupled with being cox at the Sommerville Boat club and a member of the Hertford College Chapel Choir, the young man could no longer handle the pressure.

The court heard how Rafael – originally from Bilbao, Spain - had spoken to his GP about his struggles.
Dr Helen Salisbury told the coroner: “He was very anxious relating to academic work and a sporting event."
Professor Stephen Faulkner, the Dean at Keble College in Oxford said he had "very positive reports" and the student as "actively involved in the university golf club".

Rafeal, was however hit by a train on April 6 this year.

Cops went to his flat and found letters suggesting he was going to commit suicide.

Assistant coroner Nicholas Graham recorded a verdict of suicide.

Lady with bleached skin turned away at Miss Ghana audition

Some selected Miss Ghana delegates
The auditions for this year’s Miss Ghana@60 competition have been hugely successful across the regions.

However, the Takoradi audition held on August 28 seemed to have tested the firmness of the judges.

What started as a smooth sailing screening at the Best Western Atlantic Hotel, came to a brief halt when a ‘light skinned’ lady appeared before the panel.

From interactions between the said lady and the jury, the lady considered as a potential contestant confirmed that she had actually tampered with the complexion of her natural skin.

Joy New’s Doreen Avio, who is with the team, reports that the young lady [name withheld] offered an explanation for bleaching her skin.

According to the lady, who exhibited much eloquence and confidence at the audition, a cosmetologist introduced her to a cream to help her deal with ‘rashes’ on her face.

This she said, resulted in the 'lightening' of her facial skin. She added that the development pushed her to apply the cream to all parts of her body in order to ensure uniformity.

She told the judges that she has stopped using the said cream for a long while now but her dark complexion has not returned.

The lady pleaded with the judges to allow her to contest but her plea was turned down.

In all, five ladies were picked in the Western Region.

Prior to that, six ladies had gotten the approval of the judges in the Volta Region for a chance to contest in the grand audition on September 1.

-Ghanaweb

Mercy Johnson, Davido, Ehiz Make 2017 100 Most Influential Africans List [FULL LIST]

The 2017 100 most influential Africans list is out and just like Toke Makinwa, actress Mercy Johnson- Okojie, Davido, Wizkid, Ehiz and a couple of others also made the list.

See full list below:

DPO arrested in Port Harcourt for aiding suspected ritual killer’s escape

A Divisional Police Officer in Port-Harcourt, Rivers State has been arrested for allegedly aiding in the escape of suspected ritual killer, Ifeanyi Dike.

His arrest was made on the orders of the state’s police command and comes on the heels of the manhunt for Dike.

Dike’s escape was linked to the DPO after phone calls between him and a dismissed police sergeant, Johnbosco Okoroeze, was discovered by the police.

This led the police to believe Dike’s escape was planned.

The police stated, ‘We have enough evidence to believe that the DPO was working hand in hand with the ex-sergeant, who has been remanded in police custody.

‘Even the father of the girl that was killed had said that there was communication with the dismissed sergeant handling the matter and somebody that has not been disclosed. 

‘This happened while they were bringing the suspected ritual killer to the State Police Headquarters.’

Dike is alleged to have raped and killed his eight-year-old cousin, Victory Chikamso, before removing vital body parts from her for money rituals.

The Ooni and I are no more – Queen Zaynab Finally Speaks

Queen Zaynab on her Instagram page on today officially confirmed that the 17-month-old marriage to the monarch, Adeyeye Ogunwusi was up by saying: ‘Ooni and I are no more’.

The Queen on her Instagram page officially confirmed that the 17-month-old marriage to the monarch, Adeyeye Ogunwusi was up by saying: ‘Ooni and I are no more’.


She said: We have got to stop this culture of shaming and vilifying women with false stories of infidelity & nefarious behavior.

The spreading of false information (through “sources” afraid to be identified) is the mark of cowards and a cover up for guilty parties to justify their horrific actions. There is absolutely no truth to the media circulated lies of infidelity and infertility- on my end.

What I can confirm, is that the Ooni and I are no more. I inhale love & exhale gratitude. My journey continues as a Humanitarian aiding women and victims of domestic violence & abuse with the United Nations.

No matter how much time you’ve invested, no matter the use of media to silence & manipulate, no matter the circumstance, slander, embarrassment, threats and lies: Get out and seek immediate help!

We’ve seen this movie before. Women being dragged in the press & blamed for everything under the sun. This behavior is unacceptable. I urge those involved to be mindful of their actions for the eyes of our Almighty God are always watching. The seeds of slander is a cancer that harvests to eat away the souls of the planter.

The throne is sacred and the attempts to tarnish the name of a Queen, in defense or on behalf of a silent King makes all involved look terrible. Remain dignified in all you do. It’s not the end of the world, but the start of a new chapter and you must turn the page with grace. The world is watching.

As I bid adieu to this chapter, my wish to you all is to step into your lives – boldly & fearlessly, the way God intended and live not just by words, but through example. The best chapter in our lives is the one we are writing now. Thank you for your love and support. With peace, love & light,

-Her Highness, Zaynab Otiti Obanor.
   
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We have got to stop this culture of shaming and vilifying women with false stories of infidelity & nefarious behavior. The spreading of false information (through "sources" afraid to be identified) is the mark of cowards and a cover up for guilty parties to justify their horrific actions. There is absolutely no truth to the media circulated lies of infidelity and infertility- on my end. 
What I can confirm, is that the Ooni and I are no more. I inhale love & exhale gratitude. My journey continues as a Humanitarian aiding women and victims of domestic violence & abuse with the United Nations. No matter how much time you've invested, no matter the use of media to silence & manipulate, no matter the circumstance, slander, embarrassment, threats and lies: Get out and seek immediate help! 
We've seen this movie before. Women being dragged in the press & blamed for everything under the sun. This behavior is unacceptable. I urge those involved to be mindful of their actions for the eyes of our Almighty God are always watching. The seeds of slander is a cancer that harvests to eat away the souls of the planter. 
The throne is sacred and the attempts to tarnish the name of a Queen, in defense or on behalf of a silent King makes all involved look terrible. Remain dignified in all you do. It's not the end of the world, but the start of a new chapter and you must turn the page with grace. The world is watching. 
As I bid adieu to this chapter, my wish to you all is to step into your lives - boldly & fearlessly, the way God intended and live not just by words, but through example. The best chapter in our lives is the one we are writing now. Thank you for your love and support. 
With peace, love &  light, -Her Highness, Zaynab Otiti Obanor.            

   








    










Please refrain from criticizing those who give their time & money to charitable causes in other countries like Sierra Leone. Charity knows no geographic boundaries. If you're not a part of the solution, you're the problem. 
My Initiative, #Forward has donated over $150,000 rebuilding and funding local orphanages and training centers in Lagos and Benin since February 2017. One of my orphanages, Sacred Heart Hospice in Surulere is in need of more donors and volunteers. They are a home for marginalized and special needs children with autism and birth defects.◾ These amazing children also performed at my #OrphanAid Give Back Concert in February 2017 and were amongst recipients of the funds raised. Your generosity towards their care will go a long way. You truly haven't lived until you do something for someone who can not repay you. www.hoghospice.org                
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Kidnapper Evans Pleads Guilty To Conspiracy And Kidnapping

Evans inside the court room
Kidnapper Chukwudumeme Onwuamadike, aka Evans, has finally pleaded guilty to conspiracy and kidnapping before a judge of the Ikeja High Court. A Lagos Division of the Federal High Court on Tuesday adjourned the case till September 5 to hear arguments from Evan’s lawyer and lawyers representing the police force on why he should not deliver judgment on the fundamental rights application brought by Evans.

Evans who was brought to court amidst tight security pleaded guilty to the offences moment his charges were read to him before Justice Hakeem Oshodi of the Lagos High Court sitting in Ikeja

Justice Abdulaziz Anka had initially fixed Tuesday to deliver judgment on the suit but a lawyer to the Inspector General of Police and the Nigeria Police Force, David Igbodo, appearing for the first time since the hearing began, said he had filed a counter affidavit before the court. “It will be an injustice for judgment to be delivered without hearing our own side,” Mr. Igbodo, Commissioner of Police (Legal Section), said.

 Mr. Igbodo speaking with newsmen said investigation into the Evans’ case was “almost complete.” “The case is a very controversial one, it is a sensitive case,” he said.

Toke Makinwa Named 1 Of The 100 Most Influential Africans In 2017

Popular Media girl, Toke Makinwa, has been named one of the 100 Most Influential Africans in 2017.

The fashionista/vlogger took to IG to share the good news writing:





Yesssssssssssssssssss!!!! And it just keeps getting better 🙏
I am an African Brand, God's little star ⭐️ this just made me so overwhelmed with gratitude. You said you'll make me a praise on the earth, a reflection of your light, you said you will clothe me with strength, you will establish me and you promised not to leave me nor forsake me🙏 it's all about you Jesus, at the start of this year while I was seeking your direction you told me to think beyond Nigeria, think Africa and you kept your word 🙏
I'm a city set on a hill, I am one of the 100 most influential Africans, #MIYA100#styleinfluencer2017 #TMissababygirlforlife#TMtotheworld 🇳🇬

UNN Refuses JAMB's 120 Cut-off, Sets Own Cut-Off Mark

The University of Nigeria, Nsukka (UNN) has rejected the 120 cut-off mark fixed by the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) for 2017/2018 universities admission.
To be considered for admission into the university, a candidate must score 200.

Statement released by the school management below;

Mceedon – My Love [New Song]

Get this great sensational love song “my love” from Mceedon formerly known as McDonald ,who’s currently based in the United States. 
 
''My love” is an old hit that thrilled the whole Africa years back ,this time it’s reloaded and better and it’s a hit again, Produced by ace producer Regizbeatz. You would definitely love this song.

 
 
IG: @mceedon , Twitter : @ Mceedon , FB: Mceedon
Management : IG : @Kleanmuzik ,Twitter : @Kleanmuzik
FB page :Klean muzik management company

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London Officials Cancel Felabration Event [DETAILS INSIDE]

The Felabration event which was billed to hold at the Notting Hill Carnival yesterday in London, was canceled due to license expiration. The event which was organized to mark the 20th anniversary of the death of Afrobeat legend, Fela Anikulapo Kuti, did not hold because the organizers of the event failed to secure a license for the event.

According to a security personnel at the venue, the event did not take place because “the licence to hold a live performance expired on the preceding day.”
One of the members of Fela’s management team later spoke on the issue and revealed that the organizers should have processed the license six months prior to the event. He later confirmed that “it (the event) is not happening.”

Another member of the team quipped “l’m glad I’m going to Lagos for the proper Felabration in October.”

Reacting to the situation, Femi Kuti said:

“we trusted people who live in the UK and are supposed to know the rules but they let us down and we can’t even find them to tell us the truth. We have learnt a big lesson but we assure all lovers of Felabration that next year will be stronger and better.”

Ycee Blasts Head Of Sony Music Africa, Says The Deal Is A Scam

Popular Nigerian rapper, Ycee recently put an individual believed to be an executive of Sony Music, on blast. The rapper tweeted degrading words at the man named Michael Ugwu, supposedly at the helm of operations for Sony Music Africa.

Ycee who signed a deal with the international company in 2016, accused the company of milking artistes and his tweets suggests that he sees the “Sony Deal” as a greek gift. From his posts, it is clear that Ycee feels cheated by Sony Music and he accused them of “raping” their signed acts.

The rapper’s dissatisfaction and criticism of Sony Music is similar to the claims of Davido, when he publicly criticized the company and its management. Before now, the “Sony Deal” was considered as a prop towards achieving the goal of globalizing the African sound but with the claims of Ycee and Davido, it seems there is more to it than meets the eye.

See his posts.







Dele Momodu confirms crash of Ooni of Ife and Olori Wuruola's 17 month marriage

Ovation magazine publisher,Dele Momodu has confirmed the Ooni of Ife and Olori Wuruola have gone their separate ways .He posted this photo with the Olori ,writing


Your Majesty,
BLESSED ARE THE PEACE MAKERS...
Thanks for the honour of pouring out your immediate and future plans to me.
Thanks for vowing not to direspect the revered throne of Oduduwa, the progenitor of the Yoruba race.
When marriages break up, it comes with painful stress and traumatic strain.
The pressure can be lessened by staying positive.
It shall be well with you...

Ex-teacher who asked students to rub lotion on her sues Education Department

An ex-Manhattan teacher who asked students to rub lotion on her legs and comb her hair is suing the Department of Education so she can get another job.

Monica Johnson claims she has overcome personal issues that led to the unusual classroom activities, and needs to be cleared to work for a school vendor.


Johnson, who taught the fifth grade, was pulled out of Public School 123 in 2006 following an array of accusations.
In one instance, she called a student “a liar and a thief” and threw an object across the room, according to papers. In 2004 and 2005, she received formal warnings over allegations of corporal punishment of students.

But that wasn’t all.


“You instructed students to massage lotion on your legs and feet, and to comb your hair during instructional time,” the Department of Education wrote in a letter.

She was officially fired in 2008 from her job that paid $57,370 a year.

The ouster came back to haunt the 49-year-old educator last year, when she was offered a job as an after-school site manager for the social services organization University Settlement.

The job offer was rescinded after University Settlement — a Department of Education vendor — learned the reason for Johnson’s firing, court papers indicate.

At the time she got in trouble, Johnson said she had been misdiagnosed with cancer, had endured a nasty custody battle and was homeless.

Johnson, who is representing herself in the case, said she now knows that “professionalism is a non-negotiable” and wants a second chance.
Ms. Johnson’s behavior was inappropriate and completely unacceptable, and she is no longer eligible to work in our schools,” an Education Department spokesman said.

NY DailyTimes

Sandra Bullock donates $1 million for Hurricane Harvey relief

Popular actress, Sandra Bullock has joined a host of celebrities to donate to the Hurricane Harvey relief.

The Oscar-winning actress donated $1 million to the American Red Cross to support the people affected by Hurricane Harvey.

"There are no politics in eight feet of water. There are human beings in eight feet of water. I’m just grateful I can do it. We have to take care of one another," Sandra said in a statement to E! News.
Other celebrities who have donated include Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson, Kevin Hart, the Kardashian-Jenner family and more.

'Rich as F**k!!! Comman beat me' - Hushpuppi says after calls for his arrest by #OurMumuDonDo protester, Deji Adeyanju

Hushpuppi took to his Instastory to react to calls for his arrest by a member of PDP and "OurMumDonDo" protesters. During the group's protest for the extradition of Dieziani in front of the headquarters of EFCC yesterday, Deji who spoke to some journalists, asked the EFCC to go after Hushpuppi, calling him a "419".

Hushpuppi who has never revealed or disclosed his source of wealth, took to his Instastory to react to the call.

 See what he shared below;

2018 World Cup Qualifier: Photos of Mikel, Moses, Onazi and other Super Eagles stars training in Uyo ahead of crucial Cameroon clash

The Super Eagles players have held their first training session ahead of 2018 World Cup qualifying clash against Cameroon.

All the invited players including Super Eagles captain, Mikel Obi, Ahmed Musa, Ogenyi Onazi, Odion Ighalo, Elderson Echiejile, William Troost-Ekong, Kelechi Iheanacho, Wilfred Ndidi and 15 others took part in the training session on Tuesday evening.

                     

Nigeria will host Cameroon, the reigning African champions at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium, Uyo, on Friday before flying to Yaounde for a return leg on Monday.








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