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Peter Obi Criticizes Religious Worship Practices, Calls for Productive Change
Former Anambra State Governor and Labour Party leader, Peter Obi, has sparked discussions on the need for change in religious worship practices, emphasizing a shift toward productivity.
In a recent interview, Obi argued that some aspects of worship culture negatively impact people’s well-being and productivity.
Obi’s statement, “We are going to turn night vigil into night shift so that people can be productive,” suggests that practices like extended night vigils could be restructured to support a healthier, more productive lifestyle.
He also highlighted the need to rethink the influence of both politics and religion, stating, “It’s attractive, politics and church, but it has to be dismantled.”
These remarks underscore Obi’s belief that worship should encourage a balanced lifestyle that aligns physical and spiritual well-being, fostering a productive society while honoring faith.
Lagos State Police react to claims of them taking money from dispatch riders on the Coastal Road in Lagos.
It started after a rumour was shared that police arrest and take money from riders as a demand for high bribes, sometimes reaching ₦200,000, and seize motorcycles if not given.
The Police Public Relations Officer, SP Benjamin Hundeyin, then addressed the claims online and stated in his statement that he disagreed that the rumour is true and stated, “The spread of misinformation only causes more harm than good. In this era, we can and must do better.”
It has been announced by the governor of Ogun that Tuesday 3rd of February is a public holiday in order to mark the 50th anniversary of the state creation.
This public holiday declaration was released in a statement by the secretary of the state, Tokunbo Talabi.
He then added that the holiday will provide as a day for the citizens to participate in the activities for the state milestone.
Former Kogi politician, Dino Melaye, faces backlash from the public after he shared a video on social media of him abroad and living well through his luxurious lifestyle.
In the same video, he speaks about Nigeria’s current economy and shares his disappointment.
He wrote, “See country, God help us to build a true nation where our wicked leaders will be in jail and the right people in power. Nigeria must be fixed. YES WE CAN.”
However, many state that what he posted and what he is saying contradict each other, and they accused him of sharing his own records to know if he was a corrupt leader.
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