CAN YOU EVER TRY THIS? SEE HOW A STUDENT CELEBRATED HIS GRADUATION FROM AUCHI POLYTECHNIC

A young man who was really excited over his graduation from the polytechnic has done something really risky.

 This is the rather bizarre moment a young man was thrown high in the air by his friends in celebration.
The young man, who is yet unnamed, was reportedly celebrating his graduation from the Auchi Polytechnic, Edo State and allowed his friends do this to him.
They picked him up and flung him high into the air then caught him again.
The young graduate was visibly terrified while up there.
Social media users have found the boys’ act really amusing.

CBN Licenses 11 New International Money Transfer Operators [See LIST]

The Central Bank of Nigeria has licensed 11 new international money transfer operators in the country.

 The Acting Director, Corporate Communications, Isaac Okorafor said in a statement on Tuesday, that the apex bank took the decision to ensure liquidity and make foreign exchange more readily available to low end users.

The newly licensed operators are;
TRANS-FAST REMITTANCE LLC,
WORLDREMIT LIMITED,
UAE EXCHANGE CENTRE LLC,
WARI LIMITED, HOMESEND S.C.R.L,
SMALL WORLD FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP LIMITED,
WEBLINK INTERNATIONAL LIMITED,
CASHPOT LIMITED,
DT&T CORPORATION LIMITED,
FIEM GROUP LLC DBA PING EXPRESS and
CP EXPRESS LIMITED.
The bank said, “In furtherance of efforts to liberalise the Foreign Exchange Market, ensure liquidity and make foreign exchange more readily available to low end users, the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN) has licensed more International Money Transfer Operators (IMTOs) to operate in Nigeria.
“The CBN also wishes to reiterate its commitment to providing an enabling environment for international money transfer services in Nigeria.”

Bishop David Oyedepo: Engaging the Wonders of Kingdom Stewardship!

Engaging the Wonders of Kingdom Stewardship!

By Bishop David Oyedepo

Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you (Matthew 6:31-33).

Serving God and the interest of His Kingdom as a lifestyle puts us in command of all things that others are ‘dying’ or struggling to get. As it is written:

The young lions do lack, and suffer hunger: but they that seek the Lord shall not want any good thing (Psalms 34:10).

The word ‘seek’ in the above scripture simply means serve. That is, those who truly serve God and the interest of His Kingdom shall not want any good thing as revalidated in Matthew 6:33. This makes serving God a big time business indeed!

Concerning Jesus, the Bible records: How God anointed Jesus of Nazareth with the Holy Ghost and with power: who went about doing good, and healing all that were oppressed of the devil; for God was with him (Acts 10:38).

Jesus referred to His earthly assignment as ‘doing the father’s business’. He said: …How is it that ye sought me? wist ye not that I must be about my Father’s business? (Luke 2:49).

But, How is serving God a big time business?

Serving God and the interest of His Kingdom offers unmatchable returns. That means no institution, organization or government can offer what serving God procures. As it is written:

And ye shall serve the Lord your God, and he shall bless thy bread, and thy water; and I will take sickness away from the midst of thee. There shall nothing cast their young, nor be barren, in thy land: the number of thy days I will fulfil (Exodus 23:25-26).

It is also written: If they obey and serve him, they shall spend their days in prosperity, and their years in pleasures (Job 36:11).

Those who genuinely serve God are naturally free from the affliction of sicknesses and diseases, among others. For instance, Moses was in active Kingdom service and the Bible records that at one hundred and twenty years, his eyes were neither dim nor his natural force abated. Also, as long as the twelve disciples were with Jesus serving, none of them was reported sick. Thus, active stewardship entitles us to health, vitality and longevity, thereby, making us indestructible(Deuteronomy 34:7; Mark 3:14).

However, spiritual stewardship which includes soul-winning, is the most profitable of all forms of Kingdom stewardship. Remember that spiritual stewardship is all about engagement in Kingdom advancement endeavours and these include praying for souls to be saved, reaching out to the lost in love and passion, thereby, expanding the Kingdom of God on the earth.

As we all know, a business is any venture one engages in for profitability. Therefore, since serving God is Kingdom business, then there are specific returns to enjoy as we engage in it. Remember, God is not a user of men but a ‘rewarder’ of them who diligently seek Him(Hebrews 11:6).

What, then, are some of the specific returns on soul-winning?
Soul-winning endues men with divine wisdom: Soul-winning endues every believer with divine wisdom. The Bible says: The fruit of the righteous is a tree of life; and he that winneth souls is wise(Proverbs 11:30).That is, as we win souls into God’s Kingdom, we increase in wisdom. God is the only wise One and it is written: He that walketh with wise men shall be wise: but a companion of fools shall be destroyed (Proverbs 13:20; see also Jude 1:25).

Every soul winner is in partnership with Jesus. Therefore, when we walk with God through soul-winning, His wisdom rubs off on us. Moreover, as we engage in soul-winning, we are tapping into divine wisdom which launches us into realms of exploits. Concerning Jesus, the Bible records:

And when he was come into his own country, he taught them in their synagogue, insomuch that they were astonished, and said, Whence hath this man this wisdom, and these mighty works? (Matthew 13:54; see also Psalms 104:24)

The proof of divine wisdom is extraordinary and out-of-this-world order of accomplishments. No wonder every soul winner ends up a man or woman of exploits, which connotes pacesetting and trailblazing accomplishments. This is because by walking with the only wise God, we are tapping into divine wisdom which establishes our dominion in our fields of endeavour (Mark 16:15-20).
It empowers us to scale new heights:And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever (Daniel 12:3).Turning many to righteousness (soul-winning) empowers us to remain forever as ‘the stars’ in our field of endeavour. However, it is important to note that the ‘many’ of one believer differs from another and until we hit our ‘many target’ as ordained by God, our stars will not rise. Thus, it’s not about becoming a star, but remaining a star (Luke 22:25-30).
It empowers us to command signs and wonders: And they went forth, and preached everywhere, the Lord working with them, and confirming the word with signs following. Amen (Mark 16:20).When we are ‘on the go’ for Christ, God confirms the word we speak with signs and wonders. That means every soul winner is anointed to command signs and wonders(Luke 10:17-19).

Let’s recognise that the ultimate of Kingdom stewardship is our supernatural settlement. It is written:

Therefore take no thought, saying, What shall we eat? or, What shall we drink? or, Wherewithal shall we be clothed? (For after all these things do the Gentiles seek:) for your heavenly Father knoweth that ye have need of all these things. But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you (Matthew 6:31-33).

The man Solomon was the wealthiest king in his days. He never asked God for riches; it was added to him because He sought God and the affairs of His Kingdom. The Bible says:

And God said to Solomon, Because this was in thine heart, and thou hast not asked riches, wealth, or honour, nor the life of thine enemies, neither yet hast asked long life; but hast asked wisdom and knowledge for thyself, that thou mayest judge my people, over whom I have made thee king (2 Chronicles 1:11).

At a time I asked God, “Won’t You be patient for someone to pray before You answer?” This was because I would just think of something and it happened. He said, “No, there is a company of people who before they call, I will answer and while they are yet speaking, I have performed.” I believe those are people who seek first the Kingdom of God. He won’t wait for them to ask for anything; rather, He adds it to them.

We must understand that the greatest events of our lives are not things we labour or sweat for but things that are added to us. I once said that not all winners sweat to win. According to scriptures, ‘sweating’ is a curse but when we seek first the interest of God’s Kingdom in all righteousness, we are guaranteed all-round rest. For instance, when the congregation of Judah entered into a covenant to serve God, He gave them rest roundabout. Likewise, when we enter into a covenant to seek God with the whole of our hearts and desires, God is committed to settle us supernaturally and He adds to us what others are struggling to get (Genesis 3:19; 2 Chronicles 15:15).

Therefore, all we need is to enter into a covenant to serve the interest of the Kingdom on the earth as a lifestyle and our inexplicable but undeniable settlement will follow. As we do so, this season will mark the beginning of unending rest in our lives in Jesus’ name! Remain ever blessed!

Jesus is Lord!

Prophetic Blessings

Whatever has been unsettled in your life beyond a while and a moment is declared settled finally!

Every stronghold of the devil against your destiny is made desolate in one hour!

Your marital destiny is released today!

That family turmoil ends today!

All your health issues are turned to testimony!

Every mark of the wicked over your life is overturned from its roots today!

Today, that siege on your career and business is overturned by the anointing!

The kind of job no connection can give you, receive it today!

Every generational curse responsible for your unrest is declared broken!

BE INSPIRED: There is No poverty for the man, who has made an INVESTMENT in his MIND and he's willing to ACT!

UNTIL YOU ARE INSPIRED, YOU CANNOT INSPIRE TO ASPIRE!!!

 I believe that something would definitely take a New Turn in your life Today as you read through..

You cannot CHANGE Yesterday, but you can do something TODAY that can change tomorrow!

It doesn't matter How you were BORN, that was yesterday.

It doesn't matter what happened last 5years, the last 10 years. You may not be able to change that.
But you can reposition yourself today.

You can make new decisions today, that will change what tomorrow will bring.

INVEST in your FUTURE.
Refuse to be a Mental hobo!
Refuse to end your Life on the side walk!

I believe in your FUTURE!
There's a reason I believe in your future. I believe that if you hear these words, you will act on them and they change your future None of you was Born to be POOR!

You may have been poor BUT you were not Born to be poor!
You may have been brought up poor, BUT you were not brought up to be POOR!

Understand this The definition of ADULTHOOD is RESPONSIBILITY.
When you become an adult, you take
responsibility for your future.

Become Responsible!
What do you have in yourself?
There are many who cry for help and because there are no answers to their call for help, they feel the pangs and pains of neglect.

NO! Refuse to GIVE UP!

Believe in what God made, GOD MADE YOU and HE NEVER MADE a FAILURE. Believe that GOD has a PURPOSE for your LIFE.

You may have been born as a parental accident but you are not a DIVINE ACCIDENT. God knew you were coming and he made sufficient provisions for you!

There is a place for you in the world.

There are certain things You must do. There are things that are not in abundant supply, they are limited 

one is TIME.
Save TIME!
Save IT!
Keep TRACK of your TIME.

The Bible says for us to redeem the time for the days are evil.

YOU don't have extra time.

Life is not a GAME, therefore make everyday count! Improve yourself everyday! Introduce something into your Life that counts.

CHOOSE to be a SUCCESS!
Become inspiring! Distinguish yourself with character with excellence! If you are a Musician be a musician with a difference! Become inspiring! 

Whatever you do, do it with excellence.

Put your best into what you do and change your World! Remember there is no Extra time. Whatever you do now, do it the Best way the FIRST TIME.

Success is waiting for the man who says YES to SUCCESS!

SUCCESS is waiting for the man who plans for IT, who reaches out for IT!
Who says I will wake up and he wakes up, who says I will read this book and He does. Who says I will go to school and he goes. SUCCESS is waiting for the Man who makes a DECISION.

Time is Important!
Time is Important!
Change the Position, SAY to yourself I will be WATCHED. There are those who only think of designer perfume, designer clothes, designer shoes where are your own designs?

CHALLENGE yourself for the future!

There's room for you!
There's a place for you at the top!

TRAIN your MIND and USE IT!
Give yourself to a teacher.
Give yourself to a TUTOR.
Train yourself, train your MIND!
If you train your Mind, IT will be ready to deliver to you the right thoughts and ideas that will earn you COMMERCIAL VALUE. 

There is No poverty for the man, who has made an INVESTMENT in his MIND and his willing to ACT!

There's no hunger for the man who has trained his mind to think through every problem, to solve every problem. Train yourself, think through a problem, render solution and let men come to you for advice!

Decide to Be SMART!
Decide to Be a problem solver.
If you make that decision, that is what you will be. Problem solvers are in short supply in the world. There's a place for a man who decides to be excellent!

Distinguish yourself!
Engage yourself in national issues.
It is time to PUT your Best into what you do!

GET BETTER and BIGGER!
Be excellent!!!!

Here are 10 important things to know about New Super Eagles Coach, Gernot Rohr

The Nigerian Football Federation, NFF, on Tuesday announced that Gernot Rohr has signed a two-year contract to be the Technical Adviser of Nigeria's Super Eagles.

Here are 10 important things to know about him:

1.He was born on June 28, 1953 (age 63). He is from Mannheim, Germany.

2.He played as a defender for Bayern Munich in 1972 - 74 (6 appearances), SV WaldhofMannheim from 1974-75 (21 apps), Kickers Offenbach from 1975-77 (62 apps), and Bordeaux 1977-89 (352 apps)

3He was sports director of Eintracht Frankfurt from October 1998 until April 1999He managed Bordeaux From 1990 to 1999 where he almost won the UEFA cup (lost to Bayern in Final)Between 2002 to 2009 he managed a number of teams - Creteil, Nice, Young Boys, Ajaccio, Etoile Sahel, and Nantes.

4.He replaced Alain Giresse as coach of the Gabon national football team in February 2010. 

5.He spent two years in the position.

6.He became manager of Niger national football team in September 2012.

7.He resigned in October 2014.The next year he was appointed as manager of Burkina Faso national football team.

8.He was sacked on 22 December 2015.

9.He was shortlisted for the Guinea national team job in July 2016.

10.He was working on development programmes for the German football association (DFB) before his appointment.

Pastor E. A. Adeboye donates house to parents of quadruplets

One of the most exciting testimonies of the just concluded 64th national convention of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, RCCG, which began on August 1 and ended on August 7, 2016 was the delivery of a set of quadruplets. Mrs. Nkechi Uche was delivered of the three boys and one girl through Caveserian session at the Redeemer’s Health Centre, Redemption Camp.

It was learnt that the wife of the General Overseer of the church, Pastor (Mrs.) Foluke Adeboye, is supporting the Uche family which now has four boys and three girls to cater for.

Contrary to claims about the state of health of the babies, the source stressed that Mrs. Uche as well as the three boys and one girl are strong and bouncing. Amongst other things, Pastor (Mrs) Adeboye, he said, has donated a two-bedroom flat to the family in one of the estates within the Redemption Camp while frantic efforts are on-going to secure a new job for the children’s father.

“The first family of the”, RCCG believes that children are gifts from the Lord; they are rewards from Him. Happy therefore is the man whose quiver is full of them for he will not be put to shame”, the source said.

Meet the youngest house of assembly speaker in Nigeria. Exclusive interview

Interview: I am glad to represent the Nigerian youths - Youngest speaker

Aliu Sabiu, 33, is the Speaker of Katsina state House of Assembly and he is one of the youngest speakers of legislative house in Nigeria. The law maker divulged on several issues with youths digest magazine which includes his involvement in politics, youths and women empowerment and also the recent controversial goats for ruler women in the state

Can we have a peep into your background?
My name is Aliyu Sabiu Ibrahim. I was born in Muduru village, Mani Local Government Area of Katsina State on January 5, 1983. I had my primary education at Muduru Model Primary School from 1988 to 1994 and then proceeded to the Usman Dangogo College of Arabic and Islamic studies, popularly called Arabic Teacher’s College. I learnt English and Arabic Languages and interestingly I memorized the whole Quran in SS1. I participated in the Quranic Competition representing Katsina and Nigeria.

Aliu Sabiu, youngest Nigeria speaker, house of assembly

What are the institutions you have attended?
I attended Hassan Usman Polytechnic where I obtained a Diploma in Sharia from 2003 to 2006. I got an admission into a Malaysian University, Al-Madinah International University where I studied Computer and Information Technology for my first degree. I took up a part-time job in the office of the Dean of Admission and Registration where I served as a Personal Assistant. The university saw potential in me so they gave me the opportunity to work. I graduated with upper credit.

We learnt you taught in primary school before your sojourn to Malaysia?
Yes, It was after my polytechnic education that I became a class room teacher under the Primary Education Board and I taught for three years from 2006 to 2009 in my local government. It may interest you to note that I have developed interest in imparting knowledge that I initiated an Islamic school in my village called Ta’afizul Qur’an L’arabiya in 2002 and now has over 300 students.

How did you venture into politics?
I actually started my masters in the same university when I came to Nigeria on holiday not knowing I will be dragged into politics. Elders and members of my constituency advised me to join politics but I was reluctant. But when the pressure became too much, I finally succumb. I contested under the best party, All Progressives Congress APC alongside five others in the primaries and I won.
Then I contested with other opposition parties, especially PDP, APGA and others in my local government. My local government is one of the oldest in Katsina state since Katsina was under the old Kaduna. I won with the will of Almighty Allah with over 12,000 votes over that of the candidate of the then ruling party.

How did you eventually become the speaker of the Assembly in the midst of other elderly legislators?
In fact, to be sincere, for various reason and the fact that I was relatively young, I refused to contest for the post of speakership. Surprising, some of my distinguished colleagues asked me to contest for the position. I was also reluctant but after due consultations with elders and friends, especially the youths, I humbly accepted the nomination and contested with five honourable members.
Some of them willingly stood down for me. On the day of the election for the speaker, I contested with one person and won with 28 of 36 votes on the 9th of June 2015.

Some might suspect you were influenced or selected by the power-that-be like in other states where governors select their speakers?
Well it could happen in other states. In my own case I was elected by my distinguished colleagues even some previous administrations in the state, governors selected people for the post. My governor was a former Speaker of the House of Representatives, so he never interferes; he always wants people to learn by example so they can lead by examples.

As a young leader how do you relate with your colleagues?
We are all cooperating peacefully. In my first speech as a speaker I asked for their cooperation, telling them I cannot do it alone. We need to work as a team to develop our state. Being a speaker doesn’t mean I can do it alone. People call me “Dan-Auta”, meaning Last Born in the assembly. I do seek advice from returning members in the house because I know I am not perfect.
Our legislative house is the most vibrant in Nigeria. I challenge other states. We never pass bills without consultations. We engage so many people, we call for public hearing before passing bills so Katsina people understand the law we are passing.

What are your plans for youth in the state?
The Nigerian youths are always looking up to some of us that could be tagged the youthful politician and office holders. I am glad to represent the youth and must exhibit sterling leadership qualities exemplifying youths’ embodiment. APC mixes elders with youths.
I will continue to ensure youth empowerment programme succeed in the state and also encourage their active participation in politics by making sure leadership are accountable. The legislature will also ensure any law that will protect their right is strengthened.

Katsina state just bought goats for women empowerment and some have ridiculed the government for this. What is your take?
Some people misunderstood the idea behind the purchase of the goats for women empowerment. The goats were bought to encourage husbandry rather than just giving them money for any business. With focus on diversification of the economy to agriculture, even on low scale can boost their purchasing power.
The beneficiaries were giving male and female goats for reproduction and mass production. You should know that rural women will take care of the goat they will never go and sell it, and it will be useful to them.

Is that the idea behind the rumoured goat purchase?
That is the idea, but some people outside might not understand our peculiarity; we bought those goats to cater for these type of women and keep them busy. The last administration helped literate women in Katsina Central so we want people to know they voted for change; I grew up in the village where I used to buy sheep while I was in secondary school; I would then give to my brothers and cousins who would rear them for me and when anyone delivers, they take one, next year I take one and that was how we used to do it.
I repeat, all women must benefit from democracy, our allocations and revenue are meant for all Katsina citizens not certain groups, not for the governor or legislators.
Before giving out the goats, the state empowered so many youths, we obtained about N2 billion loan from the central bank. We gave out N20, 000 and N10,000 to youths.
When you do something new you face challenges, since people have not been doing that before, our government is on the table not under the table so we face a lot of challenges.

Can you tell us about the state’s 2016 budget?
The Katsina state budget comprises five sectors. Education, Health, Water Resources, Agriculture and Youth empowerment/Human Development. We did a diligent defense exercise that was meticulously scrutinized and every item was considered for its merit and appropriateness. In fact some institutions commended our efforts in that regard.

You talked about doing your masters before coming for holiday then politics, do you plan to further your education?
I love reading, if I have the opportunity to continue I will. I am presently pursuing my masters at Ahmadu Bello University under the Faculty of Social Sciences, International Relations to be specific. I am currently working on my thesis.

What is your advice to your fellow Nigerian youths?
They should always do the right things. They should avoid drugs they should go to school; education has many benefits. They should join politics to move the nation forward not buy and display flashy cars, mansions and move around with motley of girlfriends.
During my campaign I never met anybody older than 45 unless you were in the party. I never consulted people older than 45. I was with the youths, my major constituency. My advice once again, work hard and complain less.

Can you talk about your passion for agriculture?
It is the area I really love. I own a very big farmland about 20 hectares for maize, 14 hectares for rice. I am happy to remain a farmer because you get many things. As a youth, if you are thinking only about what to eat or wear then you are in trouble that’s why I said youths should work hard and complain less.
If I tell you about my experience in school abroad, you will be surprised. I led prayers and the rich people dashed me money. I have rich friends but I don’t care because I believe one day it is going to get better.

I learn you have many Arab friends. How do you intend to bring their influence to bear on the Nigerian economy?
Yes there are many Arab and Arab-speaking foreigners in my university in Malaysia. The VC loves me. He took me as a son and he is from a royal family. I also have a good relationship with the son of the King of Saudi Arabia. They love me because I understand their language. We communicate very well. I hope I will be able to persuade some of them to invest in Katsina if not in Nigeria.

Scientists back to earth after 1 year on Mars trial

An international group of scientists emerged on Sunday after a year of near isolation in a research station set up in Hawaii to simulate conditions on Mars.

Greeted with a cry of "welcome back to earth," the six scientists - three men and three women - emerged from a small white dome on Hawaii's Mauna Loa volcano, which has a landscape resembling the one found on Mars.
The dome sits at an elevation of 2500 metres above sea level where no plants grow, and the six scientists who participated in the experiment were only allowed to leave the dome if they were wearing a space suit.
Part of a long-term goal to send humans to Mars, the Hawaii Space Exploration Analog and Simulation (HI-SEAS) experiment was designed to explore whether a crew could live together in close quarters over an extended period of time and under adverse conditions.
"Bring something you can work on," German scientist Christiane Heinicke said after her year-long stay atop the volcano.
"One of your biggest enemies is boredom," she said. "You have to be willing and able to adapt to the others and make compromises."
Each scientist worked on research projects during their stay and learned how to get by with limited resources while avoiding personal conflicts within the confines of the dome.
Communications with the outside world were delayed by 20 minutes, the same amount of time it would take to relay messages to and from Mars.
Putting three men and three women in a small dome for a year might sound like a crude Big Brother experiment, but it was expected to provide valuable knowledge for space research.
If the dream of many space-faring countries of sending humans to the Red Planet becomes reality, the trip alone would take up to a year.
Another hurdle is co-operation among the crew while they live on Earth's neighbouring planet, which on average is 228 million kilometres away.
They must be able to endure an inhospitable environment until the planets align favourably for the return trip.
The group became the first to complete a year-long Mars simulation in the United States.
Kim Binsted, principal investigator for the HI-SEAS, told the Hawaii Tribune Herald newspaper that the only longer Mars simulation was held in Russia and lasted 520 days.