THE BIBLE V. TRADITION👹

Death is the necessary end of life. And so everyone aware of what happened to the entertainment industry and Nollywood last week must have come terms to the sad and inestimable loss of talents, brothers, sisters, husbands, men and women👥. None of the victim's' names is bigger or more important than the other as they say, death is an equaliser, ALL of them to the debit side of our ledger.

Jnr Pope Odonwodo being the leader of the crew 🚢 dominated the episode for two reasons. First he was giving online account of the risky voyage🛥️on social media, while subscribers were on-the-voyage with them until the turbulent incident.

Secondly Jnr Pope 'died' and 'revived and was alife again' to the jubilation of fans, as if other confirmed victims no longer mattered. But that was short-lived.

My worry for writing this comment is the comedy- like demand for money to appease the marine god and that was why the body of Abigail Frederick was buried at the bank of the river.🏞️

My heart 😭 bled when I read the report of her father's inability to provide N150,000 necessary traditional rites to appease the marine god. Couldn't anyone have asked for her body to remain in the mogue pending when relations, sympathisers or fans show their strength?

✍️That's why I felt I should volunteer this comment on behalf of those members of the public in my school of thought, and at same time thank Pastor Umo Eno, Governor of Akwa Ibom state for ordering exhumation of Abigail's body for a decent burial by her family.

Reports say it was Akaninye Tommy TC Chairman Eket LGA probably Abigail's home, who alerted the governor about what happened. That's a thumb up sir.

The governor has two callings: a clergy and governor. No one of good reasoning and judgement would spot anything otherwise than exactly what you did. Bravo.

In conclusion that money 💰 belongs to God was mentioned about 2000 times in the Holy Bible. Demonising money can shroud or even kill conscience, good reasoning and judgement. Otherwise who would have thought that communal ritual could isolate a young lady's body eternally from her home, only a stone throw away without a will?

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LONDON-LAGOS ON ROAD 68 DAYS

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LONDON-LAGOS ON ROAD 68 DAYS 

Yesterday, 8th April was a D-Day for fun-tasty Lagosians waiting for the arrival of Solo driver Ms Pelumi Nubi from London after 68 days adventurous journey.

Mungo Park (1771-1806) was British explorer who took joy in adventure of discoveries, even to the dangerous zones of Africa.

He wrote a book titled "Travels in the Interior Districts of Africa".

Then followed by people like Olabisi Ajala, Newton Jibuno etc. who enjoyed traveling adventures.

On 30th January Ms Pelumi Nubi a UK resident solo driver, drove from London and arrived Lagos yesterday 7/4/2024 amidst huge expectant crowd. She donated the Peugeot 107 she brought to Lagos State Government.

She was warmly received by Lagos Government with gift of apartment, payment of cost of the adventure and an honor of being Lagos State Tourism Ambassador.

That's how celebrity starts, from humble and selfless adventures. Would you try any? Never can say what vista is waiting to unfold.

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ABIA PENSIONERS

In the bustling cities of Abia these retirees led by Emeka Okezie had a knack for turning the mundane into the extraordinary. And concerned Abians often show sympathy.

At one certain press conference the governor Alex Otis government vowed to start payment of pensioners. As they lounged on the benches, sipping their 'pure water' (only those who could afford it: N50 each), some doubting skeptics suddenly exclaimed, "That's what you said during the campaign, where's pension?" But for numerous silent ones 

the thought about the economic value of pension payments prevailed.

The group exchanged puzzled glances until more questions were answered after the conference. Just think about it folks pension payments aren't just money pensioners receive to enjoy their golden years. They're like drops of water in a vast ocean, circulating through the economy and keeping the wheels turning!

Quite often intrigued and curious pensioners set out on a quest to uncover the true impact of their pension payments. Along the way, they encountered shopkeepers, farmers, and even the mayor, each with their own stories to tell. Ahhh, who do you believe?

They learned how their pension payments helped support local businesses, allowing shops to thrive and communities to flourish. They discovered how retirees spending their pensions injected vitality into the economy, creating jobs and opportunities for everyone.

With newfound understanding, the pensioners returned to lobby government and relevant stakeholders their hearts brimming with pride. They realized that their pension payments weren't just numbers on a check—they were the lifeblood of their town, sustaining its prosperity and ensuring a bright future for generations to come.

And so, with Emeka Okezie leading the charge, the pensioners continued to cherish their golden years, knowing that their economic contributions were as valuable as gold itself.

NOW the government and governor Alex Otis are trending and the joy of pensioners is fuelling it.

HAPPY EASTER!