Saturday 28 February 2015

NigerianEye: “FG shortlists four INEC commissioners to succeed Jega” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “FG shortlists four INEC commissioners to succeed Jega” plus 29 more


FG shortlists four INEC commissioners to succeed Jega

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:31 PM PST

The Federal Government might have shortlisted four national commissioners to take over from Prof. Attahiru Jega as the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission. According to Punch...

REVEALED: Jonathan, PDP’s grand plan to stop Buhari, APC

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:31 PM PST

The All Progressives Congress Presidential Campaign Council (APCPCO) has condemned as bestial and undemocratic the dastardly plot by the Jonathan-led ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) to clip the...

REVEALED: Pictures of recently captured Boko Haram members

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:34 PM PST

Picture credits: Reuters

PDP questions APC: 'Tell us why you don't want Jega sacked'

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:32 PM PST

The Peoples Democratic Party has challenged the All Progressives Congress to come out clear and explain to Nigerians the links between it and the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral...

Panic as Murtala Mohammed Airport holds bomb drill

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:33 PM PST

There was panic and pandemonium at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport following a bomb drill on Saturday morning. It was gathered that passengers and airport users were seen running out of...

We’ll keep praying for Chibok girls — Atiku

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:36 PM PST

Former Vice-President and All Progressives Congress presidential aspirant, Atiku Abubakar, has encouraged Nigerians not to relent in prayers for the 43 schoolboys killed at the Federal Government...

IN PICTURES: Thousands March In Cameroon To Show Support For Troops Fighting Boko Haram

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:35 PM PST

Thousands of people marched in Cameroon's capital on Saturday to protest against Nigeria's Boko Haram insurgency and support the Central African nation's army, which is fighting alongside regional...

Governor Akpabio gives youth leaders N155 Million

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:33 PM PST

Akwa Ibom State Governor, Godswill Akpabio, on Saturday met with some youth leaders from the 31 local government areas of the state and allegedly gave them the sum of N155m. The meeting which held...

Nigerian troops raid Boko Haram hideouts in Yobe, Adamawa

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:31 PM PST

The Director of Defence Information, Maj. Gen. Chris Olukolade, has said some Boko Haram insurgents were killed by troops during a cordon and search operation along Djimillo-Damaturu, Yobe State on...

Sisters who survived UNIJOS bomb blast narrate their experience

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:27 PM PST

For Amina Sani Mudi, a 19-year-old 100-level student of Medicine at the University of Jos, it was unbelievable that she escaped the terror. She said, "I had just finished my Chemistry paper, which...

How okada rider raped pregnant NYSC member

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:25 PM PST

A 20-year old commercial motorcycle operator rider, Tumi Ayileka, is currently cooling his heels at the Ondo State Police Command after he was arrested for allegedly raping a pregnant woman currently...

Toddler abandoned in Warri newspaper depot

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 09:23 PM PST

A male toddler was, yesterday, found abandoned at the newspaper depot in Effurun, Delta State. File photo: Abandoned babyEsther Okafor, one of the newspaper distributors, stated: "The girl who sells...

APC leaders should explain to Nigerians how they got the money to acquire their private jets – Fani-Kayode

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 12:44 PM PST

Director of Media and Publicity of the Peoples Democratic Party Presidential Campaign Organisation, Chief Femi Fani-Kayode, has called on Nigerians to ask the All Progressives Congress leaders on how...

2 female suicide bombers blow up themselves in Yobe in failed suicide mission

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 10:56 AM PST

Two women believed to be suicide bombers today caused explosions blowing up themselves in a failed attempt at a suicide mission in Yobe on Saturday. The suicide bombers unfortunately killed two...

Woman changes name to Abcdefg Hijklmn Opqrst Uvwxyz

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 12:53 PM PST

A Colombian woman recently changed her name to include all 26 letters in alphabetical order. Her first name is Abcdefg Hijklmn while her last name is Opqrst Uvwxyz. Before the latest change in...

Once Nigeria’s democracy matures people like Joseph Mbu will not be the face and voice of Nigeria’s police – Ezekwesili

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 11:42 AM PST

Obiageli Ezekwesili, former Education Minister has stated that once Nigeria's democracy matures people like Assistant Inspector General of Police, Joseph Mbu will not be the face and voice of...

Card Readers Are Tested For General Elections – INEC

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 11:38 AM PST

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) yesterday reiterated that the card readers for the general elections have been subjected to assurance and functionality tests. Responding to a...

NEW MUSIC: Kiss Daniel – Woju (Remix) ft. Tiwa Savage & Davido

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 11:35 AM PST

G-Worldwide Entertainment presents to you arguably the hottest song of 2015, Woju by Kiss Daniel finally gets the much anticipated remix the fans have been waiting for. The vocally gifted singer...

Messi, Suarez and Rakitic fire Barcelona past Granada

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 11:19 AM PST

Luis Suarez's hot streak continued on Saturday as the Uruguayan inspired Barcelona's 3-1 win over Granada in La Liga. The former Liverpool star, who netted twice in Wednesday's 2-1 Champions League...

Rooney double sinks Sunderland

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 11:14 AM PST

A Wayne Rooney brace gave Manchester United a comfortable 2-0 win over Sunderland at Old Trafford on Saturday but the match was overshadowed by a massive refereeing error. Roger East awarded a...

Egypt sentences four Brotherhood members to death

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 10:59 AM PST

An Egyptian court has sentenced four members of the banned Muslim Brotherhood organisation to death and 14 to life in prison. Brotherhood Supreme Guide Mohamed Badie and his deputy Khairat...

PDP’s claim of Tinubu/Osibajo oath outlandish, shows desperation – APC

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:34 AM PST

The All Progressives Congress has said the "sickening and outlandish claim" by the Goodluck Jonathan Campaign Organisation that the APC National Leader, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, plans to become Vice...

Fashola has now become jobless, he is now busy with gossip, rumours - PDP

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:34 AM PST

The Chairman, Peoples Democratic Party in Lagos State, Mr. Tunji Shele, has described the statement made by the Governor of Lagos State, Mr. Babatunde Fashola, over President Jonathan's visit to the...

Farmer drags Buhari to court

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:26 AM PST

A farmer from Abia State, Mr. Sergin Onuka Ibe‎ has approached the Federal High Court sitting in Abuja, begging it not to allow Major General Muhammadu Buhari, rtd, to contest the March 28...

Zimbabwean President, Robert Mugabe turns 91 with million dollar birthday bash

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:23 AM PST

Zimbabwean President Robert Mugabe on Saturday will celebrate his 91st birthday will a million dollar bash attended by thousands of faithful party supporters. As elephants are slaughtered for the...

Egypt court declares Palestinian movement Hamas ‘terrorist’

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:22 AM PST

An Egyptian court on Saturday declared Hamas a "terrorist" organisation, a judicial source said, weeks after the Palestinian Islamist movement's armed wing was given the same designation. Since...

Olejeme expresses confidence of Jonathan’s re-election

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:21 AM PST

By Fidel Njamanze Deputy Chairman, Finance Committee of the Presidential Campaign Organization, Dr. Ngozi Olejeme has expressed confidence that the People's Democratic Party (PDP) Presidential...

Obasanjo berates US, Europe for exploiting African scientists

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:16 AM PST

Former Nigerian president, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo on Friday in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia berated the exploitation of African scientists in Europe, America and Asia continents, lamenting that their...

Governor Amaechi’s aide regains freedom

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 04:59 AM PST

An aide to Governor Chibuike Amaechi and Deputy Press Secretary, Freddy Ndiagbara, who was abducted on Sunday February 22 was freed last night. Ndigbara who spoke with newsmen was reluctant to...

Bomb Scare at Murtala Mohammed Airport.

Posted: 28 Feb 2015 05:13 AM PST

Passengers at the International Airport have been evacuated in response to a bomb scare, several fire trucks and bomb disposal Units are on standby as you read this.. More details...

God Reveals Truth Through Biblical Teachers

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“We do not speak in words taught by human wisdom, but in words taught by the Spirit, as we explain spiritual truths to those who have the Spirit.” (1 Corinthians 2:13 TEV)

The Bible tells us in Ephesians 4:11-12, “Christ chose some of us to be apostles, prophets, missionaries, pastors, and teachers, so that his people would learn to serve and his body would grow strong” (CEV).

How do you know when somebody’s talking if that person has this gift from God to be a teacher?

Here’s how you know: Iif, during their teaching, there is a moment you feel like God is speaking directly to you — like you’re the only person in the room and the speaker is focused solely on you. In that moment, God has something to say to you. That’s how you know the gift of teaching is working.

We pray for as teachers every week at Saddleback Church. There’s no way in a crowd the size of our congregation we could know the needs of everybody. So we pray, “God, we don’t know who’s going to be here and the things that have happened in their lives this week, but you do. Would you give us the ability to say something to these people that helps to meet a need in their lives?” And God does that. That’s how the gift of teaching works.

There is a test that all of us need to put to this particular gift. Romans 12:6 says, “God in his kindness gave each of us different gifts. If your gift is speaking what God has revealed, make sure what you say agrees with the Christian faith” (GWT).

If somebody’s got the gift of teaching, it’s going to agree with the Bible. I don’t care how convincing someone is; I don’t care how much emotion you feel from that person’s message. If what is said does not agree with the Bible, then the speaker does not have the gift of teaching.

The Bible talks about this in 1 Corinthians 2:13: “We do not speak in words taught by human wisdom, but in words taught by the Spirit, as we explain spiritual truths to those who have the Spirit” (TEV).

Before I speak, I pray, “Lord, help me remember the things that you want remembered, and help me forget the things that you don’t want said.” I even pray for you: “Lord, help them to remember the things that you want remembered, and help them to forget the stupid things that I might say. Help them hear from you, not me.” The truth is about God speaking to us, not about what some human being is saying.

Am I saying that God speaks through human teachers like myself? Absolutely. It amazes me that he does! Why does he speak through us? Because he cares about you, and he loves you, so he will use people who teach the Bible to help you understand his truth.

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  • What has God taught you about himself through a teacher or speaker? How did it help you grow as a Christ follower?
  • Think of a few effective Bible teachers. What are their common character traits?
  • What is the role of the Holy Spirit in hearing and discerning the words of a Bible teacher?

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Friday 27 February 2015

NigerianEye: “Bola Tinubu is plotting to be President of Nigeria, Prof Osinbajo to resign if he becomes VP - Femi Fani-kayode” plus 29 more

NigerianEye: “Bola Tinubu is plotting to be President of Nigeria, Prof Osinbajo to resign if he becomes VP - Femi Fani-kayode” plus 29 more


Bola Tinubu is plotting to be President of Nigeria, Prof Osinbajo to resign if he becomes VP - Femi Fani-kayode

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:05 PM PST

Presidential Campaign Organisation of the Peoples Democratic Party has alleged that a former Governor of Lagos State, Asiwaju Bola Tinubu, is plotting to become the President of Nigeria through what...

Jega’s exit will take a natural course – FG

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:51 PM PST

The exit of Prof. Atahiru Jega as the chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission will take a natural course, the Federal Government has said. Supervising Minister of Information and...

What does a 72-year-old man have to offer Nigerians? - Patience Jonathan asks

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:41 PM PST

The First Lady of Nigeria, Dame Patience Jonathan yesterday stated that her husband, President Goodluck Jonathan deserved the support of women in the country because he had delivered on the promises...

Nigerian troops recover more communities from Boko Haram

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:41 PM PST

The Nigerian military on Friday said it has recaptured two more communities from Boko Haram militants in the North Eastern part of Nigeria after intense fighting. The Defence Headquarters said...

PVC collection hits 78% - INEC

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:42 PM PST

The Independent National Electoral Commission has put the percentage of Permanent Voter Cards collected by voters at 78.93 per cent. This was contained in the report released by the commission in...

Adamawa residents celebrate as Nigerian troops free them from Boko Haram bondage

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:42 PM PST

Residents of Gulak town, the headquarters of Madagali Local Government Area of Adamawa State, burst into wild celebration in Yola on Friday after they were informed that their homeland had been freed...

FUEL SCARCITY: NNPC warns against panic buying

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:35 PM PST

The Nigerian National Petroleum Corporation has described the shortage of Premium Motor Spirit, popularly known as petrol, as "artificially induced," warning Nigerians against panic buying. The...

APC to Fayose - 'Your blackmail can’t stop Buhari'

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:33 PM PST

The All Progressives Congress in Ekiti State has said Governor Ayodele Fayose's blackmail of its candidate, Gen. Muhammadu Buhari (retd.), cannot stop him from winning the Presidential election. It...

Recent Boko Haram attacks, a distraction - DSS

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:31 PM PST

The Department of State Services has said the recent spate of Boko Haram bomb attacks recorded in Yobe, Kano, Borno and Plateau States were meant to distract security forces. The service however...

Star Trek’ star Leonard Nimoy dies at 83

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:23 PM PST

Actor Leonard Nimoy, who won a worldwide fan base as the pointy-eared half-human, half-Vulcan Mr Spock in the blockbuster "Star Trek" television and film franchise, died Friday at age 83, US media...

Mexico captures most wanted drug lord

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:17 PM PST

Mexico has captured the most-wanted drug lord in the country, Servando "La Tuta" Gomez, head of the Knights Templar cartel, police said on Friday, delivering a boost to a government battered by gang...

We’re under threat for endorsing Buhari – Christian group

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 12:14 PM PST

A Christian group, Northern Christian Leaders Eagle Eyes Forum, which endorsed the All Progressives Congress presidential candidate, Maj-Gen. Muhammadu Buhari(retd.), said the members now live under...

Watch Footage From President Jonathan’s Surprise Visit To North-Eastern Town Of Baga In Borno

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:55 AM PST

President Goodluck Jonathan in recent days has been asserting his other role as commander-in-chief of the Nigerian armed forces, providing the necessary motivation for troops facing fire from Boko...

Nigerian troops will recover more towns very soon - Jonathan

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 08:43 AM PST

President Goodluck Jonathan on Friday said he was confident that Nigerian troops will maintain the momentum they have built up in ongoing operations against Boko Haram sect in the North Eastern part...

Ebonyi House serves impeachment notice on Gov Elechi

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:38 AM PST

Ebonyi state House of Assembly Friday morning served an impeachment notice on Governor Martin Elechi over what it described as act of gross misconduct by the Governor. Reading the notice at the...

Obasanjo denies snubbing Jonathan, Shagari, other ex-Presidents

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:43 AM PST

Former President Olusegun Obasanjo has denied media reports that he deliberately arrived late at the birthday celebration of former President Shehu Shagari, after the departure of other past leaders...

PICTURE OF THE DAY: Jimi Agbaje & Akinwunmi Ambode’s Wives Hug Each Other Amid Smiles & Laughter

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:50 AM PST

The wives of PDP's Lagos gubernartorial candidate and APC's gubernatorial candidate, Akinwunmi Ambode today showed that the political battle between their husbands is not affecting their...

Jonathan’s govt wasted public funds in hiring Chatham House protesters - APC

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:42 AM PST

The All Progressives Congress (APC) has condemned, in the strongest possible terms, the needless resort to sheer hysteria by the PDP and the Jonathan Administration over the globally-acclaimed...

Two in court for hacking Governor Kwankwaso’s phone

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:36 AM PST

Two suspected fraudster, Kabiru Ali, and Idris Umar have been arraigned before a Kano High court for allegedly duping the Accountant General of the state, Danjuma Mahamud pretending to be Kano state...

Several motorists stranded at petrol stations as fuel scarcity hits Abuja

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:33 AM PST

Hundreds of motorists on Friday were left stranded at petrol stations in Abuja as they spent hours on long queues waiting to buy fuel. The queues were largely pronounced in the city centre as most...

The dress that divided the Internet into two opposing camps

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:29 AM PST

So what do you see? Blue and Black or White and Gold? I really don't think any dress has caused so much Internet frenzy in recent times like this one. For over 24-hours people across social media...

Boko Haram attacks on soft targets to end soon - Minister

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:10 AM PST

The Minister of State for Power, Hon. Mohammed Wakil, on Friday reassured Nigerians that the military and security agencies are drawing to a close the Boko Haram war on the nation. The minister...

Supreme court orders ex-gov Dariye to face fraud trial

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 06:59 AM PST

The Supreme Court, sitting in Abuja, on Friday ordered the former governor of Plateau State, Mr. Joshua Dariye, to return to the High Court in the Federal Capital Territory, to face 23 counts of...

Vice President, Namadi Sambo faults APC’s manifesto on job creation

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 06:56 AM PST

Vice President Namadi Sambo has described the manifesto of the opposition All Progressives Congress, especially as it concerns job creation, as faulty. He said the number of jobs the party promised...

US spy chief predicts attack on Ukraine port

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 06:52 AM PST

Russia wants to secure a land corridor in eastern Ukraine that could include Mariupol but pro-Moscow rebels may wait until the spring to attack the strategic port city, the US spy chief said...

IS jihadists destroy ancient artefacts in Iraq

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 06:50 AM PST

Islamic State militants armed with sledgehammers and jackhammers have destroyed priceless ancient artefacts in Iraq's city of Mosul, a video released by the jihadists Thursday shows. The destruction...

Week 27 Of The EPL Returns With Super Sunday Matches As Liverpool And Arsenal Host Man City And Everton Respectively

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 07:34 AM PST

The English Premier League returns this weekend with lots of exciting fixtures going down this weekend. Lunchtime fixtures see Westham host Crystal Palace at the Boleyn Ground by 12:45. Meanwhile...

Canada relocates troops in Niger over Boko Haram attacks

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 06:48 AM PST

Canadian special forces participating in military training in southeast Niger, near the border with Nigeria, were ordered to withdraw recently to avoid battling with Boko Haram Islamists, the...

“Ancelotti is the best coach, he is better than Mourinho” – Ramos

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 08:39 AM PST

Sergio Ramos has hailed Carlo Ancelotti, as the best coach he has ever worked with. The Real Madrid defender has played under top managers like Jose Mourinho, Fabio Capello and Vicente del Bosque,...

Asaba On Lockdown For Jonathan's Arrival

Posted: 27 Feb 2015 06:21 AM PST

Asaba, the capital of Delta State were paralysed on Friday as the police blocked major roads to provide security for the visit of President Goodluck Jonathan to the city. As early as 7am, hundreds...