Millions of African women have heard of nzu edible clay, and thousands of them consume it everyday or a couple of days per week. What are the dangers of eating nzu? Can this natural product provide any useful minerals to your body, help you lose weight or not? What is the possible side effect of consuming it? Let us discuss this important topic.

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Nzu edible clay

The Igbo people of Nigeria call ‘nzu’ what is commonly identified as calabash chalk. Other Nigerian tribes also name this chalk other titles such as ‘eko’ and ‘ndom.’ Even if you don’t live in Africa, you can come across numerous listings about nzu edible clay and other types of chalk and clay that are meant for use as ‘food supplement.’

What is Nzu made of? Nzu is nothing but a geophagic material, and many people believe that eating chalk and soil can be good for losing weight, during pregnancy, for diarrhea treatment, and simple pleasure.

You can also read many posts and comments about nzu edible clay that is used as weight loss treatment, for a healthier body, and other things. Some people get addicted to such ‘junk food’ and others are afraid to taste it because of the possible side effects of eating nzu.

Who is wrong? Who is right?

Is eating clay bad for you?

Today many famous people speak about nzu edible clay and other clay eating habits. According to medicaldaily.com, actress Shailene Woodley assures that she has a habit of clay consumption to improve her overall body health, and she learnt about such a tradition from an African man.

While some people are sure that eating a teaspoon of clay per day might not be bad for you because this way your body cells can get repaired and remineralized in a natural way, you should understand that the number of side effects of eating nzu might be the way bigger than the number of benefits you can get (such as body detoxification and cleaning, as some people think).

Still, many experts believe that the tradition to consume clay began in some African cultures because locals lacked calcium, iron and other minerals in their everyday diet and supplemented those elements by eating clay and dirt. However, getting your daily amount of useful nutrients should not be a big problem in the 21st century.

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Side effects of eating Nzu

There can be many dangers of eating nzu and other types of clay you should know about before starting to consume it. Here are the main side effects you should know about.

1. Hidden problems with health you may not know about

Based on the Huffington Post, people who wish to get rid of toxins by eating clay can harm their bodies instead of doing good. Our bodies require metal (iron) and other useful elements that should remain inside the bodies and not be removed. If you crave for clay, you may have a deficit of some elements and minerals in your body. And instead of being aware of what is going on with your body you start to consume chalk or clay in large quantities. Thus, it is always important to discuss with your doctor how to improve your health instead of getting a pile of nzu and blindly consuming it.

2. Potential danger of poisoning

According to bbc.com, people who consume nzu clay can harm themselves. In case this is not a good-quality product, your body might get lead and arsenic consequences, dangerous bacteria, and other ‘weird surprises’ that are hidden in the soil and dirt. In other words, you can easily poison yourself and end up in the hospital or get an even worse effect.

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3. Possible health issues

According to webmd.com, any type of clay can be dangerous if it is consumed for an extended period. Firstly, this can lead to your body losing iron and potassium that are must-have for your healthy life. Secondly, you can experience weakness in your muscles, get skin issues and difficulty with breathing. Another consequence you can experience is the intestinal blockage.

4. Problems for pregnant women and nursing mothers

It is necessary to avoid the consumption of edible chalk due to the possible side effect of nzu for pregnant ladies and women who are breastfeeding their babies. While not much is known about the effect of nzu edible clay for short-term usage, this product can easily lead to high blood pressure risks and make the woman swell really badly. Besides, you might experience anemia if you consume clay regularly.

5. Addiction

Before we answer the question, ‘Is eating clay bad for you?’ we should note that one of the most unpleasant side effects of nzu oral consumption is the addiction it can cause. Those women who start eating clay everyday become addicted. According to health-e.org.za, some women who got addicted to eating clay assure that they are not able to stop because they feel their meal is incomplete without soil in it. Thus, it can become a bad habit which can also potentially result in the dangers of eating nzu described above.

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Can eating nzu make me lose weight?

There are no proven results that you will lose excess weight if you start eating nzu. It is just a belief in some countries where people still eat earth elements instead of taking vitamins and minerals from fruit and vegetables.

Those Nigerians who wish to lose weight should consult their doctors and start exercising and living a healthy lifestyle. This is the only way to become healthy and slim.

We have talked about side effects and dangers of eating nzu. This is just a world trend that is called ‘ridiculous’ by many experts.

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The winner of the governorship rerun election held on Thursday, September 27, in Osun state, Gboyega Isiaka Oyetola, has been sworn-in as the governor of the state.

Legit.ng reports that Oyetola succeeds Ogbeni Rauf Aregbesola after spending eight years in office.

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Oyetola, who was the candidate of the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) defeated his closest rival and candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), Ademola Adeleke, during a rerun election held on Thursday, November 27.

Meanwhile, Legit.ng had previously reported that the returning officer, Prof Joseph Fuwape, declared Oyetola the winner of the election after the collation of the results of the supplementary election in seven polling units.

Oyetola polled a total of 255,505 votes to emerge the winner of the poll while the candidate of the Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) polled a total of 255,023 votes to come second in the contest.

Adeleke had scored the highest number of votes in the first ballot but the INEC ordered a rerun because the number of cancelled votes in the seven polling units was far higher than the margin by which Adeleke beat the runner-up.

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- Nigeria has once again been portrayed in positive lights on the international scene in the area of science and technology

- Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin, a computer programmer has been nominated as Nigeria’s first CNN hero award recipient

- Ajayi-Akinfolarin uses her computer training establishment, Girls Coding, to transform and empower young females in Nigeria

Abisoye Ajayi-Akinfolarin, a computer programmer, who lost her mother at age four, has remained dogged in clinching her dreams, despite the odds that assailed her growing days.

Akinfolarin was recently nominated as Nigeria’s first CNN hero, a television special created by the news network to honour individuals who make exceptional contributions to humanity in different localities.

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Using Girls Coding, a a non-profit programme run by her Pearls Africa Foundation, Ajayi-Akinfolarin seeks to educate and excite young female about computer programming.

Right from its inception in 2012, the group has helped not less than 400 disadvantaged girls gain the technical skills and confidence for transformation and empowerment.

Akinfolarin had to sacrifice a booming IT consulting job, to start Pearls Africa Foundation. Realising how few women worked in this growing field, she had done her utmost to bridge the gap.

Speaking with CNN about life and work, she recalled that growing up was tough for her, after losing her mother and being often beaten by her father.

She said: “Life was just crazy. I learned to fend for myself. Learning to type and modify text in Microsoft Word was just beautiful. But I really discovered my love for computers when I joined an IT firm as an intern after high school.”

“When I got introduced to the world of computer programming, I was just natural with it. It just flowed. It's all about solving problems. I never knew that I'd be looking for solutions to problems regarding less privileged girls. That is what GirlsCoding is all about.”

“For example, one project that I really like is called Hope Baskets. The girls wanted to get beggars off the streets, so they created a website to be a bridge between the rich and the poor.

"They wanted a way where someone can declutter their house and give them a call. Then they take what they're getting rid of — food, clothing, educational materials — and give it to those in need.

“We have another project called Break the Blade, about stopping female circumcision. These girls believe there is a lot of ignorance about this and want to be ambassadors on this issue. Eventually, they want to have a wristband where you can press a button and it calls local authorities to come if FGM is about to take place.

“The fact that they can create solutions to problems makes them feel bold. It is no longer about just coding.”

“We'd also give them a chance to incubate their ideas about how to solve problems in their communities and learn how to pitch them. You could call it a bigger version of what we are currently doing.

“We want girls to be creators of tech, not mere users. Watching them write code is beautiful. Many of them never touched a computer before they got here. It's mind-blowing. The joy on their faces, that's more than money. I can't buy it.”

Sharon Okpoe is one of Ajayi-Akinfolarin’s several, living testimonies. Okpoe has lived her entire 17 years in Makoko, which is known as the world's largest "floating slum" built on a lagoon in Lagos state.

Okpoe's father is a fisherman, and her mother sells smoked fish, eking out a living on the fringes of Africa's largest city.

Ajayi-Akinfolarin said: “When I went to Makoko for the first time, I was surprised to see the living conditions of human beings.

"Most girls are trapped in a vicious cycle of poverty. Many of them are not thinking education, a plan for the future. Technology is a space that's dominated by men. Why should we leave that to guys? I believe girls need opportunities."

On many occasions, girls like Okpoe get a glimpse of another world when they attend classes. After school and during the summer, dozens of girls ages 10 to 17 get trained in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python and Scratch. Students come from slums or other challenging circumstances, such as orphanages, correctional homes and even a camp for those who've had to flee Boko Haram.

"I believe you can still find diamonds in these places. They need to be shown another life," she said.

One out of the many ways through which Girls Coding achieves this is by taking the students to visit tech companies — not only showing them what technology can do, but helping them visualize themselves joining the industry. Okpoe, for one, has taken this to heart.

She helped create an app called Makoko Fresh that went live this summer, enabling fishermen like her father to sell seafood directly to customers. She wants to become a software engineer and hopes to study computer science at Harvard.

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She said: "One thing I want my girls to hold onto is, regardless of where they are coming from, they can make it. They are coders. They are thinkers. Their future is bright.”

CNN Heroes was launched in 2007. In 2014, the programme was hosted by Anderson Cooper. Nominees are introduced during the fall of each year and the audience is encouraged to vote online for the CNN Hero of the Year.

Not less than ten recipients are honoured and each receive USD$50,000 ($25,000 in 2014). The top recipient is chosen as the CNN Hero of the Year and receives an additional USD$250,000 ($100,000 in 2014) to continue their work.

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Dear readers, my name is Bayo Olupohunda, Legit.ng (former NAIJ.com) Editor-in-Chief.

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As you know, NAIJ.com has upgraded to Legit.ng. Let me reveal the details of this tremendous change.

Our team has always been on a journey of discovery. Since 2012 we have been exploring diverse formats and topics and analysing audience preferences to create the most relevant content. We were never afraid to implement something new. Now we are ready for our greatest experiment – name change.

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One of our main principles is integrity. We always check the facts before publishing to avoid confusion or misleading our readers. That is the reason we choose Legit.ng name.

It reveals our core values and principles and helps us to be simply understood.

For sure in the future, we will keep revealing the truth about serious Nigerian narratives. Although, at Legit.ng you can still learn the essential facts about different aspects of life, have fun reading or watching entertainment and comedy news, be in the picture of the latest gossip about celebrities and a lot more.

Our visual style has become more attractive. Now with the change, Legit.ng website is more user-friendly and convenient. You can search for any keywords, quickly navigate through the articles and find breaking or trending topics.

I hope you will enjoy our refreshed design. Thank you for being part of such significant and exciting changes.

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- As ASUU strike lingers on, some parents and students have called on the federal government to speedily intervene

- They expressed displeasure over the ongoing strike, saying the strike is causing a lot of problems for students

- A parent, David Onilede, says the strike is worrisome, adding that the productivity of the students will be affected as it lingers on

Some parents and students on Tuesday, November 27, urged the federal government to speedily intervene and resolve the ongoing strike by the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU).

The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the parents expressed worry over the constant strikes embarked upon by the university lecturers’ union.

Legit.ng gathers that on Monday, November 26, the federal government and ASUU had a meeting to resolve their agreement in order to suspend the lecturers’ strike.

However, the meeting that reportedly started at about 5 p.m. at the federal ministry of education ended in another deadlock.

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A parent, Eunice John, said: “It is a pity what our government and ASUU is doing to this to our children who have been forced once again out of school. We know that many of the leaders have their children either studying in private universities or in other schools overseas, that is why they can always keep our children out of school.

“Many parents are struggling to pay school fees of their wards to keep them in school and out of the streets, yet these children are forced to come home and some now engage in various vices. That is not the only problem, when their studies are disrupted, it affects them; imagine those who were in the middle of writing examinations having that flow disrupted."

‎John pleaded with the federal government and ASUU to reach an agreement that would end the strike and ultimately help improve the education sector.

David Onilede, another parent, said the strike was worrisome adding that it would affect the productivity of the students.

He said: “I am worried at the sustained strike by ASUU. As a parent, the capacity of our children for productive interaction with their studies is being jeopardised.

“I do not trust the FG ‘s negotiating team; it seems that it is fixated on commercialising education at the tertiary level; ASUU should resist this. ASUU too should be more flexible in their obsession with earned allowances; it portrays their struggles as selfish."

Jumoke Yusuf, a public servant, said that the constant and protracted lecturers’ strikes had marred the country’s university system, as continuous breaks in the learning process had negatively affected the students.

She said: “This strike is affecting the students and even we the parents because unexpectedly these children are coming home which they did not plan for.

“That is not the main issue because you cannot stop your children from coming home no matter what.

“The issue is that these incessant strikes are actually causing a lot of problems for these children in the sense that they just stay too long in school."

Esther Ajayi, a student ‎at the Nasarawa State University, said the strike had reduced her morale.

‎She said: ”I paid my fees for admission for a master’s degree programme and was excited and ready to go to school, however, this strike has dampened my hope of finishing within the stipulated time. We want the federal government to dialogue with ASUU to end this continuous strike.

“It is not only sad that children of the masses try to be beat all odds to be the best they can be, but more worrisome is that the government of the day plays politics with the education system.

‎”Nigeria prides herself as the giant of Africa, but finds it difficult to resolve issues that are beneficial to the populace, we want the strike called off soonest.”

Emmanuel Onuoha, another student, accused the federal government of failing the Nigerian student. ‎

He said that government needed to do everything within its power to address the challenges in the sector as he called for the strike to be called of soonest.

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Onuoha said: “Our parents said in their time the education system was good, there was nothing like strike and education was basically free.

“Now some of them are in government and they are allowing us to suffer what they never did, because they can afford to send their children to schools abroad to get the best. We are pleading with government to solve this problem so we can go back to school.

“Our ‎mates in private universities are way ahead of us; we‎ are just sitting at home doing nothing. It is not fair."

Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the Academic Staff Union of Universities (ASUU) vowed to continue its ongoing industrial action if the federal government failed to meet its demands.

In a statement on Sunday, November 25, the national president of ASUU, Professor Biodun Ogunyemi, said the union’s struggle was still alive and that the strike would continue.

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- Eden Hazard believes Manchester City are better than Chelsea at the moment

- The Blues suffered their first defeat of the season to Tottenhman at Wembley

- The 27-year-old believes the Blues will not win the Premier League this term

Chelsea star man Eden Hazard has ruled out the Blues chances of winning the Premier League this season.

The new look Chelsea side under Maurizio Sarri suffered their first defeat of the season in their 3-1 loss to Tottenham at the Wembley Stadium.

The west London club are seven points behind league leaders Manchester City and Hazard believes they are not on the same level with Pep Guardiola's side.

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The 27-year-old said: “We’re thinking about finishing in the top four, not to be the champions.

"We know City are not much better than Chelsea but they are better at the moment.

“In what areas are City better? A lot. Possession. When they have chances, they score.

"Maybe defensively they are better. They have top players.

“Their consistency as well, winning game after game. They are in a good momentum since last year and we need to be back like this.”

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Sarri had earlier claimed he does not intend making new signings in the January transfer window in a bid to catch up with City and would work with the players at his disposal.

Alvaro Morata's long term future at Stamford Bridge is still in doubt as the Blues could fancy their chances in a £70million summer deal for Borussia Dortmund star Christian Pulisic.

On the other hand, Andreas Christensen is unhappy with lack of playing time under Sarri, with Bayern Munich and AC Milan monitoring his situation.

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Meanwhile, Legit.ng had earlier reported that Chelsea star man Eden Hazard has revealed he has not done enough to deserve this year's Ballon d'Or.

The Belgium international led his country to a third place finish at the World Cup in Russia and had made an impressive start for the Blues in the Premier League this season.

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- Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi has donated N 7 million to 11 churches in the state

- Bello said the money was meant to assist the churches in their various projects

- He announced the donation during a service to round-off the centenary celebration of the Christ the King Catholic Church

Governor Yahaya Bello of Kogi has donated N 7 million to 11 churches in support of their projects with N2 million of the amount to Christ the King Catholic Church, Okene and N500, 000 each to other churches in Central Senatorial district of the state.

News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that Alhaji Abdulmalik Abdulkarim, the director general, Bureau of Information and Grassroots Sensitization, disclosed this in a statement he issued in Lokoja on Tuesday, November 27.

He said Bello announced the donation during a service to round-off the centenary celebration of the Christ the King Catholic Church, Okene, adding that the money was meant to assist the churches in their various projects.

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Bello, who was the special guest of honour at the event,congratulated the church on its 100 years of existence in Ebiraland and pledged to donate coaster bus to aid its evangelism.

Abdulkarim quoted Bello, as commending the past and present leadership of the church for immense contributions to peace and harmony in Ebiraland and urged other churches to emulate the church by preaching the gospel of love, peace, unity and religious tolerance.

According to Abdulkarim, the benefiting churches are : Gospel Assembly Church, Nagazi, Adavi, Mountain Crusader Church, Ihucheba, Adavi, St. Andrew Anglican Church, Lafia, Okene, Deeper Life Church, Obehira, and St. Paul Anglican Church, Okengwe.

Others are: Christ Apostolic Church, Oboroke, Okehi, St. Peter Anglican Church, Ihima, Gospel Assembly Church, Iruvusechi, Eganyi, First Baptist Church, Ajaokuta and Catholic Church, Ogori.

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In his remarks, the Parish Priest of the Christ the King Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Ezekiel Awolumate, commended the governor for his personal presence at the centenary celebration of the church.

The Ohinoyi of Ebiraland, Dr Ado Ibrahim, in his speech called the church to continue to pray for divine guidance and protection, for the governor, the people of Ebiraland and the state in general.

The Dean, Okene Deanery of the Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Ododo Jude, on behalf of other churches thanked the governor for the donations and urged him continue to work for the progress and development of the state.

Meanwhile, Legit.ng had reported that the governor of Kogi state, Yahaya Bello, commended members of the APC for the just concluded national convention.

Bello said the party has survived a major political scare by scaling through a "non-controversial, credible and fair national convention.

In a statement by Kingsley Fanwo, his spokesman, Bello said APC is now set to compete and triumph in the 2019 general election.

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This time we prepared for you top Bible verses about courage. The list contains 30 inspirational quotes, they can be very helpful in any difficult situation, and any time when you need support. Read on to see the beautiful words.

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Top bible verses about courage and strength

Be strong and of good courage, do not fear nor be afraid of them; for theord your God, He is the One who goes with you. He will not leave you nor forsake you. — Deuteronomy 31:6

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David also said to Solomon his son: Be strong and courageous and do the work. Do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord God, my God is with you. He will not fail you or forsake you until all the work for the service of the temple of the Lord is finished. — Chronicles 28:20

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Therefore, my dear brothers and sisters, stand firm. Let nothing move you. Always give yourselves fully to the work of the Lord, because you know that your labor in the Lord is not in vain. — Corinthians 15:58

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Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid or terrified because of them, for the Lord your God goes with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Then Moses summoned Joshua and said to him in the presence of all Israel, Be strong and courageous, for you must go with this people into the land that the Lord swore to their ancestors to give them, and you must divide it among them as their inheritance. The Lord himself goes before you and will be with you; he will never leave you nor forsake you. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged. — Deuteronomy 31:6-8

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Finally, be strong in the Lord and in his mighty power. — Ephesians 6:10

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Do not be afraid; you will not be put to shame. Do not fear disgrace; you will not be humiliated. You will forget the shame of your youth and remember no more the reproach of your widowhood. — Isaiah 54:4

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Peace I leave with you; my peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. — John 14:27

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The LORD is my light and my salvation - whom shall I fear? The LORD is the stronghold of my life - of whom shall I be afraid? — Psalm 27:1

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When I am afraid, I put my trust in you. In God, whose word I praise - in God, I trust and am not afraid. What can mere mortals do to me? — Psalm 56:3-4

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For the Spirit God gave us does not make us timid, but gives us power, love, and self-discipline. — Timothy 1:7

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Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do not be discouraged, for the LORD your God will be with you wherever you go. So Joshua ordered the officers of the people: “Go through the camp and tell the people, ‘Get your provisions ready. Three days from now you will cross the Jordan here to go in and take possession of the land the Lord your God is giving you for your own.— Joshua 1:9-11

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So do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God. I will strengthen you and help you; I will uphold you with my righteous right hand. All who rage against you will surely be ashamed and disgraced; those who oppose you will be as nothing and perish. Though you search for your enemies, you will not find them. Those who wage war against you will be as nothing at all. For I am the Lord your God who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. — Isaiah 41:10-13

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Be on your guard; stand firm in the faith; be courageous; be strong. — Corinthians 16:13

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Wait for the Lord, be strong and take heart and wait for the Lord. — Psalm 27:14

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Trust in the Lordwith all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways submit to him, and he will make your paths straight. — Proverbs 3:5-6

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The Lord is my shepherd, I lack nothing. He makes me lie down in green pastures, he leads me beside quiet waters, he refreshes my soul. He guides me along the right paths for his name’s sake. Even though I walk through the darkest valley, I will fear no evil, for you are with me; your rod and your staff, they comfort me. You prepare a table before me in the presence of my enemies. You anoint my head with oil; my cup overflows. Surely your goodness and love will follow me all the days of my life, and I will dwell in the house of the Lord forever. — Psalm 23:1-4

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Overhearing what they said, Jesus told him, don’t be afraid; just believe. — Mark 5:36

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Without being frightened in any way by those who oppose you. This is a sign to them that they will be destroyed, but that you will be saved - and that by God. — Philippians 1:28

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They will have no fear of bad news; their hearts are steadfast, trusting in the Lord. — Psalm 112:7

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Be strong and courageous, because you will lead these people to inherit the land I swore to their ancestors to give them. — Joshua 1:6

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Be strong and take heart, all you who hope in the Lord.— Psalm 31:24

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When I am afraid, I will trust in you. In God, whose word I praise, in God I trust; I will not be afraid. What can mortal man do to me? — Psalm 56:3-4

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For I am the Lord, your God, who takes hold of your right hand and says to you, Do not fear; I will help you. — Isaiah 41:13

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Do not fear, for you will not be ashamed; Neither be disgraced, for you will not be put to shame; For you will forget the shame of your youth, And will not remember the reproach of your widowhood anymore. — Isaiah 54:4

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For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline. — Timothy 1:7

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There is no fear in love. But perfect love drives out fear, because fear has to do with punishment. The one who fears is not made perfect in love. — John 4:18

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Be on your guard, stand firm in the faith; be men of courage, be strong.— Corinthians 16:13

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Therefore do not fear them. For there is nothing covered that will not be revealed, and hidden that will not be known. — Matthew 10:26

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But immediately Jesus spoke to them, saying: Take courage, it is I; do not be afraid. — Matthew 14:27

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Only be strong and very courageous; be careful to do according to all the law which Moses My servant commanded you; do not turn from it to the right or to the left, so that you may have success wherever you go. — Joshua 1:7

Bible is a unique scripture, for centuries people are inspired by its verses, quotes, phrases, and meanings. These are bible verses about courage in hard times, or any situation, when one needs support. These are wise quotes to help you overcome fear or anxiety.

People may use Bible verses in any situation, everything depends on the faith of a person. Sometimes even simplest words from the scripture can inspire great deeds.

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True love they say knows no religion or tribe. Once two people are in love they are ready to do anything for each other in order to make the relationship a success. Such was the case of a Russian beauty queen.

A 25-year-old beauty queen, Oksana Voevodina, has become Malaysia’s first lady after getting married to the country’s king, 49-year-old Muhammad V of Kelantan. The lavish nuptials reportedly took place in the Russian capital after the bride converted to Islam earlier in the year.

According to Dailymail, the bride won Miss Moscow in 2015 and has worked very hard as a model in China and Thailand. The groom’s full name is Tengku Muhammad Faris Petra but mostly referred to as your majesty.

Oksana Voevodina (right) married Malaysia's Muhammad V of Kelantan (left), 49, in a lavish royal wedding ceremony in the Russian capital Photo: Ezzat Tahir

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The ceremonious event took place on Thursday, November 22, in a concert hall in the upscale Moscow suburb of Barvikha. The king was reportedly elected to the throne in 2016.

Newly wedded Voevodina said: “When I was at school I was a kind of bandit. I liked some skaters, bikes, VMX, guys who took part in competitions. I love riding a bike too. I think that the man must be the head of the family and of course shall not earn less than a woman.”

The king was dressed in Malaysian national clothes, and the bride wore a white wedding dress Photo: Ezzat Tahir

Report also had it that the wedding ceremony was alcohol free and the king was dressed in Malaysian national clothes. The bride immediately took a Muslim name, Rihana.

However, little is known about Voevodina apart from her victory in the Miss Moscow contest three years ago. She is believed to be a graduate from the faculty of business at the elite Plekhanov Russian University of Economics.

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It is unclear if she has been married before since she has used the surname Voevodina is now evidently reverting to her father's surname Gorbatenko.

The former beauty queen seen rocking hijab as she takes picture with her husband Photo: Ezzat Tahir

Their wedding pictures and video was posted on Facebook by one Ezzat Tahir on Friday, November 23.

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- The Melete attack on Nigerian soldiers by insurgents is still generating reactions across the country

- Nigeria's main opposition party, the PDP, and its presidential candidate, Atiku Abubakar blamed the federal government for the attack

- The ruling APC has accused the opposition of mocking the dead soldiers with their statements

The ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) has reacted to allegations by the main opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) that military funds have been diverted to finance the 2019 election campaigns of President Muhammadu Buhari.

The APC says the stance of the PDP, “is a sad reminder of the evil and retrogressive practices the PDP was notorious for during its defunct rule.”

The presidential candidate of the PDP, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar, had also said the soldiers were killed on the day the nation’s service chiefs were attending the inauguration of President Buhari’s re-election campaign.

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“God forbid that the APC inherits and apply such morbid practice as brazenly displayed during the immediate-past PDP administration where funds allocated to fight the Boko Haram insurgency in the northeast were shared among PDP leaders and their cronies,” the APC said in a statement sent to Legit.ng on Tuesday, November 27, by its spokesman, Mallam Lanre Issa-Onilu.

Issa-Onilu said:“It is clear that the PDP and its presidential candidate, Alhaji Atiku Abubakar have decided to dance on the graves of our valiant and patriotic soldiers by politicising their deaths in the recent Boko Haram attack on the Nigerian Army Metele base.”

The APC further accused the PDP and Atiku of, “playing desperate politics where even the blood of our fallen heroes is fair game.”

“Their actions are callous and insensitive to the families and dependants of the late soldiers and indeed our military which battles daily to ensure our territorial integrity.

“Nigerians see through PDP’s ploy to score political points as elections approach and it will surely backfire,” the ruling party said.

The APC urged Nigerian soldiers on the front-line, “to remain focused on the brave task of securing the nation,” assuring them that the Buhari-led APC administration is committed to bringing lasting peace and security to all parts of the country.

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The PDP had earlier asked the National Assembly to immediately commence an extensive investigation into alleged compromises that led to the killing of over 100 Nigerian soldiers by insurgents.

The main opposition party made the demand in a statement sent to Legit.ng on Monday, November 26, by its national publicity secretary, Kola Ologbodiyan.

The PDP also chided the federal government for its silence, accusing the presidency of refusing to come forth with explanations on the issue.

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- Gernot Rohr has revealed plans to convince Huddersfield Town midfield ace Philip Billing

- The 22-year-old Billing was born in Denmark and has played for the Danish U19 and U21 national teams

- He qualifies to play for Nigeria as he has Nigerian roots

Super Eagles Franco-German boss Gernot Rohr has revealed plans to convince Huddersfield Town midfield ace Philip Billing to switch allegiance to Nigeria ahead of the next year’s 2019 Africa Cup of Nations in Cameroon.

According to Completesportsnigeria.com report, the Eagles gaffer Rohr also hinted that there are other youngsters of Nigerian descent, who are still being considered to join the 22-year-old Billing.

At the last count, the Huddersfield Town’s midfielder, who qualifies to play for Nigeria by his parentage roots, was born in Denmark and has debuted for the Danish U19 and U21 national teams.

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In the current campaign, Billing has been on top of his game and has claimed 13 games for the club this term.

“One of my assistants leaving in England saw him (Billing) and spoke with him,” Rohr was quoted as saying to CSN in Lagos on Monday.

“There was a good contact but also we feel we have to be very cautious because the English Federation does not want to lose these players, we have to understand that also.

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“The players have been formed and their academy work was done there (England) – the entire job done there. Now when the player is adult he says goodbye – I go with Nigeria. Not all those cases are pleasant. We have lots of cases like that in France with lots of Algerian players.”

Interestingly, since the Franco-German assumed Nigeria coach in 2016, three players that include Ola Aina, Tyronne Ebuehi and Bryan Idowu have their allegiance to Nigeria.

But Rohr insists the incoming players must show the motivation to play for the three-time African champions.

“Lots of players l grew up in France and then they go to Algeria. It’s not easy to accept that.”

“But they must really be motivated and excited to come with us. We will not push.”

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“We can find players in the midfield, attack and in defence as well,” he summed up.

Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously had reported that Super Eagles handler Genort Rohr has approached England defender Moses Odubajo to play for the national team.

The Brentford full-back who played for the England U-20's under Aidy Boothroyd is set to switch allegiance to his ancestral home.

The AFCON 2019 tournament in Cameroon is fast approaching and Nigeria who have already qualified with a game spare, are looking to lure the 25-year-old.

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The bail application of Professor Richard Iyiola Akindele, a former lecturer with Obafemi Awolowo University, dragged before the court for demanding an affair in order to awards marks to one of his students, has been declined by the Federal High Court in Osogbo, on Tuesday, November 27.

Legit.ng gathered that though Francis Omotoso, the counsel to the defendant, filed an application for his bail, the application was opposed by Kehinde Ayantoye, a senior legal officer with the Independent Corrupt Practices And Other Related Offences Commission, (ICPC) who filed a counter affidavit deposed to by a detective, Afolabi Oluwatoyin.

Justice Maureen Onyetenu said allegations contained in the counter affidavit were weighty and directed the prosecution to produce evidence to back his claim.

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She ordered that the defendant be remanded in prison custody till December 17, 2018.

In a previous report by Legit.ng, Professor Richard Iyiola Akindele, a former lecturer with Obafemi Awolowo University who was sacked for allegedly making immoral advances to a student of the institution has been remanded in prison custody.

The Independent Corrupt Practices and other Related Offences Commission (ICPC) arraigned Akindele before the Federal High Court in Osogbo on four count charge bothering on alteration of age and demanding sex from Monica Osagie, a student.

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Akindele was docked for allegedly using his position as a lecturer in the Department of Management and Accounting to demand for sexual benefit from a student.

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- The Mercedes-Benz Stadium in the United States of America is a modern masterpiece

- The stadium costs amounted to a staggering $1.5 billion

- It hosted its first match on September 16 as Atlanta United took on Orlando City in the MLS

Sports teams around the world are well aware of the value an impressive stadium can bring.

A great stadium sets the tone for a perfect atmosphere to get the home team fired up.

More importantly, the new, massive stadiums provide added revenue streams due to increased capacity and commercial offerings, such as a wide variety of shops and corporate suites.

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Slowly but surely, there has been an increase in football teams leaving their beloved traditional stadiums in favour of a new modernised one.

The Major League Soccer’s (MLS) Atlanta United is one such team and they boast arguably the best stadium in the world.

Legit.ng takes you on an insider’s tour of the majestic sports venue.

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The Mercedes-Benz Stadium is their modern, breath-taking home as it hosted its first match on 16th September.

The stadium also hosts the Atlanta NFL side, The Falcons.

The unbelievable design draws inspiration from the Roman Pantheon as it features a circular opening.

Even more impressive is the fact that the roof comprises of 8 panels and is completely retractable.

Aside from the awe-inspiring view above, some of the eateries and corporate suites offer 5-star amenities and seating.

The cutting edge venue came at a considerable cost though – approximately $1.5 billion!

Legit.ng tries to encapsulate the stadium’s magnificence in the summary of pictures below.

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- Mesut Ozil was not part of the squad that claimed a 2-1 victory over Bournemouth

- Jefferson Lerma's own goal and Aubemeyang's second-half strike sealed a comfortable victory for Arsenal at Vitality stadium

- It has now been claimed Ozil's performance in last month's draw against Crystal Palace led to his dropping

Arsenal fought hard to record 2-1 victory over stubborn AFC Bournemouth in their Premier League clash at the Vitality Stadium over the weekend.

An own goal from Jefferson Lerma and Pierre-Emerick Aubameyang's strike ensured Joshua King's goal failed to rescue a point for the hosts.

However, Germany international Mesut Ozil started the game from the bench and his exclusion from the starting line up has generated a lot of heat after the game.

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Before the meeting, he has started ten Premier League games this season for the Gunners - scoring three times and creating one assist in the process.

Unai Emery used all the three substitutes even as his side went on to extend their unbeaten run in all competitions.

Emery's failure to start Ozil raised eyebrows among football fans and pundits, with some questioning the Spaniard's game plan.

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After the match, Emery downplayed Ozil's absence, defending his decision to drop the German to the bench.

"Every player is important," Emery stated.

"We thought about how we can be better in the match today, with a very demanding match physically with their intensity against us and we came to that decision," he added.

However, the Metro citing the Daily Mirror report that Emery reached the decision after being left disappointed by Ozil's performance in Arsenal's 2-2 draw against Crystal Palace at Selhurst Park last month.

The report further revealed that Ozil now stares at the prospect of spending more time on the bench under Emery who is demanding more work-rate from his wards.

Additionally, despite being Arsenal's top earner, the Real Madrid midfielder is expected to feature in few away matches that the Gunners' boss feels demands more physicality.

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Meanwhile, following their victory over the Eagles, the Emirates outfit is within a point of the Champions League slots.

Legit.ng earlier reported that Arsenal star Mesut Ozil has emerged top transfer target for Manchester United and Fenerbahce.

The German football star is currently struggling for form this season in the Premier League and could face the exit doors at the Emirates stadium next year.

Mesut Ozil has started in Arsenal's three Premier League fixtures but has been brought off on two occasions as he also missed West Ham tie due to illness.

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The dream of every woman wishing to be married someday is to get the right man, the perfect one. But there is also one little detail that requires perfection: the ring. Hence, just as soon as a lady finds the right guy to be by her side forever, she prays and hopes that this man finds the perfect ring to compliment her with when he eventually proposes.

Well, a man identified as Dennis Brown decided that he needn't stress about finding his bae a perfect ring. Rather, he decided to let her 'worry' about what was perfect for her.

In what has been regarded as a perfect engagement, Dennis Brown engaged his girlfriend in an unusual fashion. He knelt before her, popped the question but rather than slid out a ring and slip into her hands, Dennis brought out what looked like a chocolate box.

Within the box were six beautiful rings from which the lady was given a choice to pick from. The said lady named @ataradallas on Instagram was flushed beyond words.

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The very excited lady picked a very beautiful heart-shaped ring that was stoned. Beyond the 'six packs of surprises' Dennis had popped up, the lush, red surroundings in which the proposal was set wowed many people.

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Against red curtains draped on the wall, there was a long roll of poster which contains what looks like a lengthy vow. Again, a fluffy, big feather was also added to the beautiful love setting.

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Many people were very awed by the entire show Dennis had put up just to propose to his beautiful girlfriend. Comments about the sensible approach of making the lucky lady choose her own ring has been flying around.

But, some people were concerned that the guy had had to spend way too much to purchase the rings just so he could please his bae. This claim was, however, countered by others who asserted that the man who is a model and athlete must have worked out a deal with the jewellery store which allowed him to cut his costs and fulfill his lady's dream at the same time.

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alexismartng: "This is soo sweet Ermmm I'm just wondering...what's the return policy on those 5 other rings she didn't choose ? "

miss_ada_ada: " Receipts already in his pocket and driving straight back to the jewelry store on his way home no detours!!"

oh3m4a_rere: "No but he should know her enough to know what ring she would like....too fast methinks? ‍♀️ "

m1_____________: "someone said “hm, there must be a return policy” "

Meanwhile, some Nigerian men have also proven that they can also make beautiful proposals happen. One such guy proposed in such a romantic fashion that got many talking for a long time.

Congratulations to the newly engaged!

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A number of people seem to find it difficult to meet the right one. However some individuals are lucky enough to meet their life partners through funny circumstances.

A Nigerian man, Clinton Vice B (@Clinton_Vice_B), took to his Twitter handle to explain how he was instrumental in making his female friend meet the love of her life.

Some Nigerian ladies, when searching for a partner, usually look out for men who have well-paying white collar jobs among other things.

Despite that, some women do not mind settling down with hardworking men who make an honest living through other means.

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Clinton in his tweet explained that he booked a taxi ride for his female friend about two years ago and that the lady recently sent him her wedding invitation.

According to him, she and the taxi driver from two years ago are set to get married.

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This is good news. Congrats to the couple.

Legit.ng earlier reported that a Nigerian couple who met on microblogging site, Twitter, got married three years after.

Social media has continued to play an integral role in the area of matchmaking. Everyday, different reports of love stories that started on social media pop up on the internet and this time is no different.

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- Kim Kardashian shows off the good time she had on a private jumbo jet

- The jumbo jet known as the Boeing 747 is a double decker craft with multiple bedrooms, a mini bathroom, dinning room and more

- She was overwhelmed by how big and spacious the plane was

American reality television star Kim Kardashian has taken to social media to give a tour of a private jumbo jet she used to take a trip with her rapper husband Kanye West.

Kim Kardashian who is known as a wealthy lady used to luxurious lifestyle was impressed by the size and luxury of the private jumbo jet. The reality star expressed that she never heard of the plane.

She shared videos on her Instagram story gushing about the excessive extravagance of the Boeing 747. She started filming the plane as she boarded and gave a tour of the plane to her followers on Instagram.

Kim Kardashian shows off private Boeing 747 with multiple bedrooms Photo: Instagram Source: Kim Kardashian

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It was gathered that the plane can seat up to 660 passengers on commercial flights.

The first 747-100 from Boeing Co. was put into service in 1970, and those first planes sold at a list price of $24 million. Adjusting for inflation, that same 747 would sell today for $147.1 million. A new 747-8 passenger jet now lists for $367.8 million (N132.4 billion) and the freighter version at $368.4 million.

The reality star had revealed that she was going on a trip with her husband who was by her side as she boarded the plane. The couple had gone on the trip on Monday, November 26.

Kardashian who noted that the flight was going to be a long one, failed to mention where they were heading to.

In the video she was heard saying: “No big deal just taking a private 747 this is how [Kanye] does it now. Only 747s. Private. I've never even heard of this but whatever.”

The bathroom and sitting area Photo: Instagram Source: Kim Kardashian

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"So you know, just our room for the long flight, pretty insane,' she said. 'So this is what a private 747 is like you guys. I've never been on one before so I'm like "oh my god."

The couple also brought their Yeezy team trainer on the trip. The trainer had set up a gym in one of the bedrooms to help the couple train during the long flight. Kim was spotted doing lunges in the hall way with the trainer, Mel.

Kanye West relaxing Photo: Instagram Source: Kim Kardashian

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The couple are fond of taking family trips to exotic places to spend family time. Meanwhile, Legit.ng had reported that Nigerian couple Davido and Chioma who take similar trips were spotted taking their first trip on the singer's private jet.

The private plane has multiple bedrooms Photo: Instagram Source: Kim Kardashian

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- Neville have decried Man United's lack of consistency this season

- The Red Devils are currently seventh on the Premier League log as a top four finish look evasive

- Giggs contends that sacking Mourinho would not change anything

Manchester United legend Gary Neville has reflected on the club's current struggles in the Premier League.

The Red Devils fell a staggering 14 points behind league leaders, Manchester City and a top-four finish looks unlikely for the Old Trafford dwellers.

According to Metro report, Neville decried United's shambolic display this campaign after registering a string of mixed results.

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The former England defender, however, praised Mourinho for asserting that United would finish in the top four before the Crystal Palace fixture on Saturday, November 24.

"I think Jose gave the right message before the game saying they will end up in the top four," he said.

The Portuguese tactician has now become a marked man at Old Trafford with a section of fans calling for his sacking.

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"I don’t think it would have been acceptable at the start of the season, and certainly the start of last season, to say the top four is achievable, because he will have wanted to challenge for the title with the money that has been spent. That’s where United need to be," he added.

Following their disappointing barren draw at Old Trafford against Crystal Palace, Mourinho's men will be looking to return to winning ways when they host Swiss side, Young Boys in their Group H clash in the Champions League.

Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously had reported that Manchester United legend Ryan Giggs has used two words to summarize the Red Devils campaign in the 2018-19 campaign.

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According to The Mirror citing Sky Sports sources, Giggs remains upbeat the Old Trafford landlords will stage a comeback after a poor start to the season, but was quick to admit that the season has not been an easy one.

Speaking further in an interview with Sky Sports News, Giggs stressed that despite the "inconsistent and frustrating" display in the course of the campaign, as well as during Saturday’s goalless draw at home to Crystal Palace, the club must support Jose Mourinho all the way.

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- Rashidi Ladoja, a former governor of Oyo, has been sued by the EFCC for allegedly misappropriating funds

- Ladoja on Tuesday, November 27, appeared at the Federal High Court, Lagos over alleged money laundering

- He was accused of converting the sum of N42m belonging to the state to his own and subsequently used it to purchase an armoured Land Cruiser jeep

Emerging reports have claimed that the former Oyo state governor, Rashidi Ladoja, on Tuesday, November 27, appeared at the Federal High Court, Lagos over alleged money laundering.

Channel TV reports that Ladoja is standing trial on an eight count charge alongside Waheed Akanbi, who served under him as the state commissioner for finance.

In the charges, Ladoja and Akanbi were accused of converting a sum of N1,932,940,032.48 belonging to the state to their personal own, using a bank account of a company, Heritage Apartments Limited.

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The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) claimed that they retained the money sometime in 2007, despite their knowledge that it was proceeds of a criminal conduct.

In another instance, Ladoja was accused of removing a sum of £600,000 from the state coffers in 2007 and sent it to Bimpe Ladoja, who was at the time in London.

He was also accused of converting a sum of N42m belonging to the state to his own and subsequently used it to purchase an armoured Land Cruiser jeep.

The former governor was also accused of converting a sum of N728,600,000 and another N77,850,000 at separate times in 2007 to his own.

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The commission noted that Ladoja transferred the N77, 850,000 to one Bistrum Investments, which he nominated to help him purchase a property named Quarter 361, Ibadan, Oyo State.

The EFCC told the court that Ladoja and Akanbi acted contrary to sections 17(a) and18 (1) of the Money Laundering (Prohibition) Act, 2004 and were liable to be punished under sections 14(1), 16(a) (b) and 18(2) of the same Act.

Meanwhile, Legit.ng had reported that the National Industrial Court in Abuja dismissed a suit instituted by state coordinators of defunct against the federal government asking for compensation for the loss of their jobs.

Justice Rakiya Haastrup dismissed the suit on Wednesday, June 20, on the grounds that it was statute barred. The suit is statute barred, it means it is no longer legally enforceable because the prescribed period for legal action had elapsed.

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- A traditional ruler, Igwe Charles Nwoye, has called on INEC to conduct free, fair and credible election

- The monarch, who opined that voting should be seen as part of civic responsibility, noted that it is through election corrective measure can be taken

- Nwoye also admonished INEC to ensure that the votes of Nigerians count during the 2019 general elections

The traditional ruler of Amurri kingdom in Nkanu area of Enugu state, Igwe Charles Nwoye, on Tuesday, November 27, urged the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to ensure that the 2019 general elections are credible, free and fair.

NAN reports that Nwoye, who made the call in an interview in Awka, said that the 2019 general elections deserved to be conducted with all sense of responsibility.

Legit.ng gathers that the monarch reminded the chairman, commissioners and other staff of INEC that they held the office in trust for Nigerians, and should not disappoint them.

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The royal father also noted that Nigerians were becoming more politically active and demonstrating seriousness about matters affecting them and the unborn generations.

He advised communities, faith-based organisations, and other stakeholders to impress the need to see involvement in politics as a civic responsibility on the people and the faithful.

He said: “There is nothing absolutely wrong in women or Christians taking into active politics; we should all be politically awake so as to be part of the corrective measures being taken."

Nwoye called on INEC to ensure that it prepared well ahead of the 2019 polls, in order to make the people’s votes count.

He said the electoral commission should discharge its responsibilities in the interest of peace, truth, fairness and equity and allow the people’s will to prevail.

Nwoye urged his subjects to take active part in political activities of the state and be free to contest for any positions they deemed fit.

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Meanwhile, Legit.ng previously reported that the chairman of INEC, Professor Mahmood Yakubu, said that the commission was poised to conduct free, fair, and credible general elections in 2019.

Yakubu gave the assurance when he delivered a keynote address at the 6th Convocation Lecture of Oduduwa University (OUI) in Ipetumodu on Tuesday, November 13.

Speaking on the topic, “The Independent National Electoral Commission and the Challenges and Prospects of Leadership Recruitment for Good Governance in Nigeria,’’ Yakubu said INEC was fully prepared for the elections.

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