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Nigerian pastor under fire for congratulating Trump
Nigerian pastor under fire for congratulating Trump
The Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, Paul Adefarasin, has come under heavy criticism over a congratulatory message to Donald Trump for winning the US Presidential Election.
Trump had defeated Vice-President Kamala Harris of the Democratic Party.
On Saturday, Adefarasin in a post on X, shared pictures of himself and his wife, Ifeanyi Adefarasin, alongside Trump, and congratulated the president-elect on a “remarkable victory”.
He prayed for Trump, saying God’s favour and wisdom will be upon him.
The post titled, ‘Congratulations to President Donald J Trump on this remarkable victory’, read in part: “In times like these, we are reminded of the hand of the Lord working in ways that confound human understanding, and drives back the darkness so that the Spirit of God may accomplish His eternal purpose in the world.
“For those with ears to hear and eyes to see, this is a call for righteousness to reign in the matters of men, as He dismantles the architecture and systems of darkness among the nations thereby paving the way for His blessing to come upon the nations that seek His face.
“As you again rise to role as leader of the free world and the president of these United States, may the light of righteousness shine ever brighter upon your face, shores and the nations at large. May His good will, favour and wisdom attend to you always.”
Reacting, some Nigerians took to the comment section to berate the clergy.
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See some of the reactions below:
@lekside34: “Only God Almighty will judge you all and know those that are truly his. I leave it at that. He is watching us all and will judge us all accordingly.”
@fmzybaba: “Here you are pastor celebrating the victory of “light” in a far land, when you infact supported “darkness” here in Nigeria. Tor, let God be the Judge!”
@GFCCLASSIC: “When it comes to Nigeria elections, you speak from both sides of your mouth. You’re congratulating a man who won a well organised election without fraud, unlike in Nigeria, where you support criminals who rig elections. Shame on you for being an accomplice to bad governance.”
@kins∅∅5: “This is a misplaced priority. You advocated for Saul emerge, even when there were better options with capacity, competent and integrity but you went for Saul because he’s from your tribe. See where saul has brought us as a Nation.”
@UdokaKristian: “Religious businesses have become another cartel Nigerians need to look into.”
@Nipsseybaby: “To speak about naija politics na problem but una dey congratulate who no send una.”
@relotobi: “Political Pastor Saul…you didn’t preach righteousness at Nigeria’s election o. You preached Saul to come before David, darkness to come before light.”
@ndukwe_ume9697∅: “See this one o, where una dey keep una conscience when e reach Nigeria matter?”
@MawaiYabo: “Righteousness exalts a nation. Isn’t Nigeria good enough for exaltation?”
@henryezeanya: “Lol, here you are spitting “Righteousness exhausts a nation, but sin is a reproach”, but in your home country where your religious business headquarter is, sin and evil is in leadership, but you do not have the boldness to speak truth to them! Cowards!!!!”
Nigerian pastor under fire for congratulating Trump
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Gunmen kill two soldiers in Abia checkpoint attack
Gunmen kill two soldiers in Abia checkpoint attack
Early Wednesday morning, gunmen attacked an army checkpoint in Ekenobizi, a border community between Abia and Imo states, located in Umuopara, Umuahia South Local Government Area.
The assailants reportedly arrived around 6:18 a.m. in a white Lexus SUV (model 350/400) and launched an assault that resulted in the deaths of two soldiers.
A military source, who wished to remain anonymous, provided details of the incident but could not confirm the exact number of attackers involved.
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Confirming the incident in a press release on Wednesday, Lieutenant Colonel Jonah Unuakhalu of the Joint Task Force South East Operation UDO KA said: “In the early hours of today, 13 November 2024, troops of the Joint Task Force South East Operation UDO KA, deployed at a checkpoint along the Umuahia – Owerri Road in Umuahia South Local Government Area of Abia State, came under attack by the irredentist group Indigenous People of Biafra and its armed affiliate, the Eastern Security Network.
“During the attack, the gallant troops were able to repel the assault, forcing the attackers to retreat in disarray with gunshot wounds, abandoning one Sienna and one Lexus Jeep used in the attack. However, in the ensuing firefight, two soldiers paid the supreme price.”
The Joint Task Force appealed to residents of the South East, particularly those in Abia State, for credible information to help track down the fleeing attackers and combat criminal elements in the region.
The force reiterated its commitment to protecting lives and property in line with global best practices and the rules of engagement.
Gunmen kill two soldiers in Abia checkpoint attack
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94 arrested as task force raids Lagos rail corridor squatters
94 arrested as task force raids Lagos rail corridor squatters
At least 94 illegal occupants and squatters along the railway corridor from Pen Cinema to Fagba were arrested by the Lagos State Taskforce in an early morning sting operation on Wednesday.
During the raid, substances suspected to be hard drugs—such as Indian hemp, colorado, and other harmful drugs—were seized, along with various weapons.
It was gathered that those arrested attempted to resist the task force’s actions.
In a statement, Director of Public Affairs, Gbadeyan Abdulraheem, confirmed that those arrested will face prosecution.
He added that the agency dismantled shanties and makeshift structures along the railway corridor, clearing a distance of some kilometers.
The Taskforce Chairman Adetayo Akerele explained that the eviction aimed to provide relief for residents around the Fagba, Agege, and Pen Cinema railway routes, following numerous complaints from the public about criminal activities in the area.
He noted that the squatting had violated environmental and sanitary regulations.
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Akerele also highlighted the health and safety risks posed by the presence of squatters along the rail corridor.
He warned the evicted individuals not to return and assured residents and train passengers that regular patrols and surveillance would be conducted to prevent the re-establishment of shanties in the area.
“The rail tracks are not meant for habitation or the sale of narcotics. Anyone caught converting this place into a den of criminals or an area of residence will face severe consequences according to the law,” Akerele was quoted as saying.
Speaking on the raid, Commissioner for Environment and Water Resources, Tokunbo Wahab, disclosed that a locally fabricated short gun was recovered.
“94 suspects were arrested during the midnight operation; a locally fabricated short gun and several wraps of illicit substance suspected to be indian hemp, charm and a jack knife were recovered.
“The suspects will be charged to court accordingly,” Wahab stated in a post on X.
94 arrested as task force raids Lagos rail corridor squatters
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Okpebholo sacks all political appointees, Board executives in Edo
Okpebholo sacks all political appointees, Board executives in Edo
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has swept out all Board, Parastatal, and Agency appointees from his predecessor, Godwin Obaseki, in a decisive move to overhaul the state’s public service.
A statement released on Wednesday by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary, Fred Itua, confirmed the immediate dismissal of all political appointees and Permanent Secretaries brought in from outside the state Civil Service.
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The statement reads:
“For the information of the general public, His Excellency, Senator Monday Okpebholo, Governor of Edo State, has approved the dissolution of Executives of all Boards, Agencies, and Parastatals in the Edo State Public Service with immediate effect.
“In addition, all Permanent Secretaries appointed from outside the State Public/Civil Service and all Political Appointees are hereby relieved of their appointments.”
Affected individuals have been directed to return all government property in their possession to the senior Public Officers in their respective Ministries, Departments, and Agencies.
Okpebholo sacks all political appointees, Board executives in Edo
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