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Entrepreneur Preaches Positive Mentality as key to Rising Above Challenges
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Mr Oyakhilome Bello, an entrepreneur and social media influencer, said that having a positive mentality was critical to rising above challenges and to be successful in life.
Bello, a U.S. based Nigerian politician and a philanthropist, said this during an interview with the press on Sunday in Abuja.
Bello spoke on Nigerian youths and the way forward.
The entrepreneur said he understood the present condition and position of youths in the country, adding that the youth didn’t need to be overwhelmed by the current Nigeria situation.
He added that they could rise above challenges with confidence and a positive spirit.
Bello noted that the submission was based on his life story, having gone through various struggle in the country such as passing through Yaba College of Technology and later proceeded to studying at Georgia Piedmont Technical College in the U.
S. before eventually becoming owner of businesses.He listed some of his business empire to include Havilah Holdings inc., I believe World and WealthPower integrated Tradings Nig Ltd.
Bello said waiting for government or a white collar job should not be the answer, saying that “youths can always break even with the right attitude and a positive business mind-set,”.
“Some of us are destined to learn the hard way in life while others will follow the path way of experienced people not to make their exact mistakes.
“But either way it goes, we tend to look back and reflect in the future. Some of us are thankful and some wish we could have done differently.
“My philosophy for life is that nothing will come to you unless you go get it with a positive mind set,” he said.
Talking about his failures and success in life, Bello said determination was the key to greatness and greatness was achievable by all.
He said his life became a reality of how he pictured it from his positive confession and thinking, adding that every youth could make it if they believed in themselves and worked their vision.
He said with one of his establishment – I Believe World – an Atlanta based non-profit charity created in 2017, he was inspired to believe that the actions of one person had the potential to spark a movement.
According to him, it is movement created by engaged citizens that can lead to transformative change in a society.
“I believe that people need better, smarter and more effective ways to enact a change and they need greater faith that their voice will make a difference,” he said.
He said through I Believe World, he was able to provide the resources and platform to inspire and empower people by engaging the community and bringing inspiration.
According to him, the organisation uses stories of triumph that shows how acts of generosity and beauty can improve lives.
Bello said through the organisation, he had empowered the less previleged in the society, including giving scholarships.
“I Believe World finds effective ways to help people survive and be able to thrive within their community, inspiring and encouraging them with my story for them to see that they can rise above odds.
“This is where purpose comes in, simply put, having a sense of purpose in your life means that you feel that you’re worthy and will make positive contributions to the world.
“I Believe World empowers people to take charge, helping people to believe in themselves, showing them that we want them to succeed.
“Let them know we are expecting them to succeed and telling them often that we are confident they are going to make it,” he said.
He added that the organisation was dedicated to supporting positive life changes spiritually, financially, physically and technologically.
He expressed optimism that his work in the community and through his website:
http://www.oyakhilomebello.com
would bring truth in uncertain times and lead to brighter futures for everyone.
“We are changing lives, we are teaching and guiding others through inspiration and motivation, using our platform to liberate all,” he said.
Bello added that it was the responsibility of all to change the world and make it a better place to live in.(NAN)
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Ajuri, Tinubu’s Spokesperson Takes Exit, Cites Mesical Reaaona
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Special Adviser on Media and Publicity to the President Chief Ajuri Ngelale has quit his job. He said in a statement in a Abuja that he would proceed on an ” indefinite leave, to deal with ” medical matters” affecting him amd hia immediate family.Hos statement reads: “On Friday, I submittd a memo to the Chief of Staff to the President informing my office that I am proceeding on an indefinite leave of absence to frontally deal with medical matters presently affecting my immediate, nuclear family.
While I fully appreciate that the ship of state waits for no man, this agonizing decision — entailing a pause of my functions as the Special Adviser to the President on Media & Publicity and Official Spokesperson of the President; Special Presidential Envoy on Climate Action, and Chairman, Presidential Steering Committee on Project Evergreen — was taken after significant consultations with my family over the past several days as a vexatious medical situation has worsened at home.I look forward to returning to full-time national service when time, healing, and fate permit.I respectfully ask for some privacy for my family and family”NEWS
Fuel Crisis: 1000 CSOs Fault Tinubu’s Economic Team, Want Immediate Reconstitution
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By David Torough, Abuja
About 1000 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs), under the auspices of Coalition Of Civil Society Organisations (CCSOs), on Saturday Faults President Bola Tinubu’s Economic Team and called for immediate reconstitution.Expressing deep concerns over the state of the economy and escalating fuel prices compounding the hardship of Nigerians despite the recent protest, the groups said Tinubu must act now to avert disintegration.
The groups said the current situation across the country has cast doubt on the competence of the Tinubu economic team and called for urgent review. The CCSOs in a statement by its National Coordinator, Mallam Ibrahim Mohammed, pointed out that the plight of Nigerians is sinking low and their patience is wearing off following the deteriorating economy.The statement reads in part, “The Coalition of Civil Society Organisations (CSOs) is deeply concerned about the deteriorating state of the Nigerian economy, which is becoming increasingly unbearable for millions of citizens.“It is evident that the recent hike in fuel prices and the unstable exchange rate are the direct results of economic mismanagement by those responsible for overseeing our nation’s financial policies. The ripple effects of these failures are being felt in every household across the country, worsening poverty and crippling economic activity.“The floating of the Naira, which was initially sold to Nigerians as a means of stabilizing our currency, has done little to prevent the continued devaluation of the Naira. In fact, the exchange rate disparity has widened significantly, with the Naira losing value daily, impacting the cost of living, basic commodities, and inflation.“While this policy was expected to ease foreign exchange pressure, it has instead deepened economic challenges due to poor implementation and lack of strategic foresight.”The coalition also expressed concern over what it described as a death trap of indebtedness of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), which also they claimed had slowed down importation of Premium Motor Spirit, PMS, hence the current shortage of PMS across the country. “Of equal concern is the precarious position of the Nigerian National Petroleum Company Limited (NNPCL), which finds itself in a debt trap, with global suppliers of petroleum products losing confidence in Nigeria’s ability to honour its obligations.“Reports have shown that NNPCL has accrued debts totalling over $6 billion, causing petrol supply shortages. International suppliers are now reluctant to continue providing fuel on credit, exacerbating supply chain issues and pushing up the price of petrol at the pump”, they claimed.The CSOs also asserted that, “We hold the managers of the Nigerian economy responsible for these disturbing developments. Their inability to provide sound policies and long-term solutions has left the nation in this predicament.“It is clear that there is no cohesive strategy to address the rising debt, the growing imbalance in the foreign exchange market, or the country’s heavy reliance on importation for petrol supply. The recent hike in fuel prices reflects the collapse of responsible economic management and accountability.“Nigerians are left to bear the brunt of these failures. Businesses are shutting down, transportation costs have skyrocketed, and citizens are spending an increasingly larger percentage of their income on basic necessities. This state of affairs is unacceptable.”The group therefore placed some demands; Immediate intervention from the government: There needs to be a comprehensive and transparent plan to stabilize the Naira, restore confidence in the petroleum supply chain, and negotiate a restructuring of NNPC’s debts to ensure continuous fuel supply.“Accountability for economic mismanagement: Those responsible for the reckless management of our foreign exchange policies and NNPC’s debts must be held accountable. The government must also disclose its plan to mitigate the rising fuel costs and economic burden on Nigerians.“A return to sound financial policy: The floating of the Naira has proven ineffective under current conditions. We call for a re-evaluation of monetary and fiscal policies to stabilize the economy, reduce inflation, and attract foreign investment.“In conclusion, the Coalition of Civil Society Organisations reiterates that without immediate corrective measures, the economic situation will continue to deteriorate, leading to further hardship for the average Nigerian. The government must act decisively and responsibly to reverse this downward spiral”, they added.NEWS
Tension in Makurdi Community as NAF Personnel Demolishes Houses, Destroys Rice Farm
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There is growing tension in Ugondu community, Makurdi LGA, Benue state by young people opposed to the demolition of houses and destruction of rice farms in the area allegedly on the directives of senior Air Force officer, Air Commodore Akinbuwa Ayodele.
It was learnt that Commodore Ayodele, who is facing multiple legal actions following dispute over a plot of land located on George Akume Way Makurdi and owned in blatant disregard to the judicial process embarked on destruction of structures on the plot.
Eyewitness said when the equipment arrived no one imagined it was for destruction.
But in a militray- like operation, two flats of two units each, completely roofed, electrified and plumbing work completed were among the structures demolished as the bulldozers rolled over rice farms in the vicinity as well.
It was learnt that last year, a Makurdi High Court presided by Justice Mary Ijohor, granted an order of perpetual injunction, in the same matter, upon application by the supposed owner of the plot and awarded the sum of One Million Naira (N1,000,000.00) only, as cost. The matter, enforcement of fundamental rights, was marked as MHC/582/M/2023.
Godwin Akor whose rice farm was destroyed in a chat with newsmen said that he was shocked at the development. He however said he won’t speak more on the matter as it is still before the court.