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Can I Shock You

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  Can I shock you with a simple truth? Most people are not defeated by their enemies… they are defeated by their own thoughts. That may sound strange at first. After all, we often blame failure on bad luck, difficult people, or hard circumstances. We say life is unfair, the world is tough, and opportunities are limited. But the real surprise is this: the greatest battles of life rarely happen outside us — they happen inside our minds. Think about it. Two people can face the same problem. One person gives up and says, “This is impossible.” The other person says, “There must be a way.” One becomes discouraged, the other becomes determined. The situation is the same, but the outcome becomes different. Why? Because the mind quietly shapes the direction of our lives. Fear whispers, “You are not good enough.” Doubt says, “What if you fail?” Procrastination says, “You can start tomorrow.” And before we realize it, days turn into years of missed chances and unfulfilled dreams. ...

The Journey of Life

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  Life is often compared to a journey, and truly, it is one of the greatest journeys anyone can take. From the moment we are born, we begin a path filled with discovery, learning, joy, challenges, and growth. Each stage of life brings new experiences that shape who we become. Childhood is usually the beginning of wonder. It is a time when the world feels large and exciting. Children dream freely and believe that anything is possible. They learn their first lessons about love, kindness, and curiosity. At this stage, life feels simple, and hope grows naturally in the heart. As we grow into youth and adulthood, the journey becomes more complex. Dreams become goals, and goals require effort. We begin to face responsibilities, decisions, and sometimes disappointment. Along the way, we experience success and failure. We may stumble, fall, and feel discouraged. Yet these moments are not the end of the journey—they are part of it. Challenges are often the greatest teachers in life. Difficu...

Let God Be Praised

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In every moment of life—whether the sun is shining brightly or clouds gather in the sky—there is always a reason to praise God. Life is a journey filled with both joy and challenges, yet through it all, God remains faithful. When we pause to recognize His goodness, our hearts begin to overflow with gratitude. Let God be praised for the gift of life. Every new morning is a reminder that His mercy is fresh and His love never fails. The air we breathe, the strength in our bodies, and the people around us are blessings that often go unnoticed. When we learn to see these simple gifts, praise naturally rises from our hearts. Praise God in times of happiness. When doors open, when prayers are answered, and when our efforts succeed, it is good to lift our voices in thanksgiving. Gratitude keeps our hearts humble and reminds us that every good thing comes from God. But praise God also in difficult times. When life feels heavy and the path ahead is unclear, praising God becomes a powerful ac...

A Sleeping Hungry Man

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  The sun was setting over the quiet street, and the evening breeze carried the smell of food from nearby homes. On a wooden bench near the roadside sat a thin man named Daniel. His clothes were old, and his stomach had been empty since the previous day. Daniel had walked around the town all day looking for work, but no one needed his help. His legs were tired, and his heart felt heavy. As the sky slowly turned dark, he placed his hand on his stomach and whispered softly, “Maybe tomorrow will be better.” The smell of warm rice and soup from a nearby house made his hunger even stronger. But Daniel had no money and no place to go. Slowly, his tired body gave up. He leaned back on the bench, closed his eyes, and fell asleep — a sleeping hungry man under the quiet night sky. Not far away, a young woman named Grace was returning home from the market. She noticed the man sleeping on the bench. At first she walked past him, but something in her heart told her to look again. She saw how th...

Why caretakers are catching Ebola?

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Caretaker making mistakes, says expert.As the number of deaths in West Africa from Ebola nears 5,000 and cases appear around the world, the question seems not to be whether the virus is spreading in this age of jet travel, but when and where. Yet there is no reason to panic, counsels Dr Leslie Lobel, a top expert on the virus. People, mainly caretakers, need to understand exactly what they’re up against and stay vigilant.

Texas Ebola patient identified as 26-year-old nurse

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The world health organization (WHO) calls outbreak 'most severe' health emergency in modern times; Spain defends Ebola repatriations; CDC blames 'protocol breach' for Dallas contagion.

Muhammad Ali Very Ill from- Parkinson Disease

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Muhammad Ali,Boxing legend,is so ill from Parkinson's disease.

The father of popular gospel artiste, Yinka Ayefele is dead

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Pa Joshua Taiwo Ayefele, died on Sunday, October 12, during the celebration of his 76th birthday held in Ipoti Ekiti.The father of popular gospel artiste, Yinka Ayefele.

Intensifies in OyoJonathan’s re-election campaign

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The Director of Media for Team Folarin, Sunday Babalola, in a statement he issued in Ibadan, said the campaign train enjoined party faithful to work vigorously for the re-election of the president, “whose return is in the best interest of the country.”

Drugs flushed into the environment could be cause of wildlife decline

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pharmaceuticals flushed into the environment via human and animal sewage could be a hidden cause of the global wildlife crisis, according to new research. The scientists warn that worldwide use of the drugs, which are designed to be biologically active at low concentrations, is rising rapidly but that too little is currently known about their effect on the natural world.

Ebola diagnosis deeply concerning, health officials admit-US

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Federal health officials in the US admitted on Sunday they were deeply concerned by a “breach in protocol” after it was revealed that a healthcare worker who treated Thomas Eric Duncan in Dallas had become the second person to be diagnosed with Ebola in the US.

Paul Okoye & Son

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The Okoye brothers have cute Kids! Paul Okoye rocked the same sunday outfit with his son, Andre. See more pics below:

Soldiers raid Abuja black spot.

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Soldier raid Abuja black spot two persons died while many others were injured during a security operation by a detachment of soldiers at Dagba, Abuja, a notorious joint where hard drugs are allegedly being sold. Though details of the incident were sketchy as of the time of filing this report, our correspondent gathered that the soldiers had visited the area apparently to arrest some crime suspects, but the situation got out of hand leading to the shooting of two persons.

Oyo state Landlords appeal to Oyo govt over road, electricity

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Oyo state landlord and resident of Onilu-Amuro Community, Adegbayi-Olode, in Egbeda Local Government Area of Oyo State, have appealed to the Oyo State government and the local government authorities to rescue them from perpetual darkness and deplorable state of the road network in the neighbourhood.

Ibadan market got fired 11 killed,others injured

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According to the report 11 people lost their lives while several others sustained varying degrees of burns after a tanker laden with petrol burst in flames around Molete Market, Ibadan, the Oyo State capital. An employee of the  Nigerian Tribune , Mr. Samson Oyewole, and an eight year-old girl were among the victims of the fire which burnt 45 shops at the market on Saturday night. Although Oyewole was fortunate not to have died, eyewitnesses told  PUNCH Metro  learnt that the death toll could be as high as 15. It was the second major fire incident in the city in two months, with Alesinloye Market fire, being the first on August 16.

Way Coca-Cola Employees Manage Their Email, Plus More Tips!!

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At least that's how Snapchat's Emily White and Coca Cola's Wendy Clark said they approach time management in a hyper-connected world. And the idea of unplugging? Ha.

What To Ask At Every Interview

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The Questions Everybody Should Ask Their Interviewer Having interviewed thousands of people over the years, I generally have a formula that I adhere to. I know what sort of questions I’ll ask and what direction I want the interview to take. At the same time, there are also common traits that I look for in the people I’m meeting.

Can Nigeria’s first female governor emerge in 2015?

THE advent of democracy in Nigeria has come with numerous dividends; key amongst these is the benefit of freedom. Freedom of expression, freedom of speech and even freedom to dream. In the dark days of the military rule there were certain dreams which could not even be entertained let alone actualised. The formation of political parties were closely monitored and dare I say overly regulated by the powers that be. The emergence of candidates was (and possibly still remains) a delicate issue. We all still remember vividly the June 12 elections, subsequent result annulment and the entire drama that followed. Thank God for democracy!

American News Freelancer Tests Positive For Ebola In Liberia

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He started showing symptoms of the infection, including fever and aches, the next day he was employed by NBC News. Immediately after feeling sick Ashoka isolated himself and asked for medical advice. The Doctors

Popular Nigerian Dancer Dies During Childbirth

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Kemi Omotoyinbo who is also partly an actress was said to have died during childbirth. The beautiful lady who was famous for dancing for several popular musicians including Pasuma, KWAM 1 and Shina Peters, died in a private hospital in Lagos two days ago, October 1st exactly 20 days after her wedding to husband Godwin Eloanyi, which was on September 13th.