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When the Battle within the Palace Reveals the Battle within the Heart Many who are fifty years and above will remember one of the greatest heavyweight boxing contests ever staged—the historic "Rumble in the Jungle." On 30 October 1974, before more than sixty thousand spectators in Kinshasa, Zaire (now the Democratic Republic of the Congo), Muhammad Ali defeated the seemingly invincible George Foreman. That contest has become part of sporting history because it was more than a boxing match; it was a contest of strength, endurance, strategy, and resilience. A younger generation is more familiar with another expression—"Battle Royale." In that game, many contestants enter one arena, but only one remains standing. Every participant struggles for survival until the final victor emerges. These images provide a useful picture of the age in which we live. Around the world, nations are increasingly marked by rivalry, political contests, institutional conflict, and comp...

   Saving    Chartered Institute of Professional Printers of Nigeria                                               from strictly Commercial Interests By Returning the Institute to Its Professional Mandate   Ordinarily, as Adekunle Adebola Adebambo, I would not have raised the issue of the Chartered Institute of Professional Printers of Nigeria (CIPPN) again. However, my conscience, guided by the Spirit of God whom I sincerely serve, will not permit me to remain silent when the future of an entire profession hangs in the balance. This appeal is not written to condemn anyone. It is written because institutions outlive individuals, and history judges every generation by whether it strengthened or weakened the institutions entrusted to its care. There is no doubt that God used Alhaji Lawal and the founding elders of ASSPPON to c...

  When Your Own Words Condemn You "Nathan said to David, 'You are the man!'" (2 Samuel 12:7) Introduction: President Bola Ahmed Tinubu's reported public statement that if he failed to provide stable electricity, Nigerians should not vote for him for a second term. One of the most frightening moments in life is when a person unknowingly pronounces judgment upon himself. The tongue that condemns others can become the witness that condemns its owner. We often imagine that our greatest danger lies in the accusations of our enemies, yet Scripture teaches that our own words may one day rise as evidence against us. Jesus solemnly warned: “But I say to you that for every idle word men may speak, they will give account of it in the day of judgment. 37 For by your words you will be justified, and by your words you will be condemned.” Matthew 12:36-37 Yoruba proverb says: Ẹ̀yìn ọ̀rọ̀, bó bá bọ̀ sílẹ̀, kò ṣeé kọ- "The end (or consequence) is the real matter; o...

Introduction: As Nigeria gradually approaches the 2027 elections, political activities are intensifying. Alliances are being formed, broken, and reformed. As can be seen, yesterday's political friends have become today's rivals. Former allies now exchange accusations. New coalitions emerge daily while old loyalties evaporate. For the ordinary citizen battling inflation, unemployment, insecurity, declining purchasing power and uncertainty about the future, a disturbing question naturally arises: Is the struggle about rescuing the nation, or merely about capturing the throne? This question is not peculiar to Nigeria. It is as old as humanity itself. Throughout history, nations have suffered whenever leaders became more concerned about occupying the throne than preserving the kingdom. The tragedy of many nations is not the absence of politicians. It is the scarcity of statesmen. The tragedy of many democracies is not the absence of elections. It is the absence of vision. ...