Liverpool’s title hope was shattered by Manchester United as the two teams settled for a 2-2 draw at Old Trafford. Throughout the season, Jürgen Klopp’s side struggled to secure a win against Manchester United, with their most recent encounter ending in a tight 4-3 victory for the Red Devils. In the first half, Luiz Diaz’s 23rd-minute goal gave Liverpool an early lead, dominating possession with 57% against Manchester United. Surprisingly, the Red Devils failed to register a single shot on goal in this half, a rarity for them since 2015. However, Manchester United made a strong comeback in the second half.…
Author: Olakunle Yusuf
The New Year can bring on all kinds of new goals and resolutions to help better ourselves: eat right, exercise more, simplify, get organized, get out of debt, the list goes on and on. There’s something about a fresh calendar year that propels us to make changes, to step up and incorporate better choices for our families. Yet often in life our greatest battles can be with our own selves; the struggle with our flesh, the battle against our own sinful nature, etc. Just because we’re believers doesn’t mean that struggle goes away. In fact, it may be even more…
Whenever you talk about prophecy, many people’s ears perk up because it’s a topic which captures their attention. However as high as the interest is in prophecy, I would argue that many people don’t understand prophecy and miss altogether what makes something a prophecy. While prophecy has its place, if you don’t understand it then it can actually be destructive to you. The core of prophecy is about God speaking, and that alone can be an encouragement. But if misused, it can also shipwreck your faith. To understand what prophecy is, the best place to start is by understanding what…
For I will take you out of the nations; I will gather you from all the countries and bring you back into your own land (Ezekiel 36:24). Simply mention the “End Times,” and you are sure to generate as many different opinions as people have favourite colours. Okay, that might be a bit of an exaggeration, but you understand the point. The study of eschatology (the study of the End Times) and apocalyptic writings in the Bible certainly bring no end to varying interpretations and opinions. Especially when it comes to understanding Israel’s role in the End Times. The truth is,…
From God’s perspective, being a leader starts with being a follower of Christ, who will empower you to be a successful leader. When you think of being a follower, remember that following Jesus is the foundation of wise leadership, but following the ways of the world won’t help you accomplish what matters most. So, focus on following Jesus and then using the wisdom he gives you to be a spiritual leader to the people around you. The apostle Paul describes this dynamic in 1 Corinthians 11:1: “Follow my example, as I follow the example of Christ.” It can be helpful…
In a recent “AI for Good” press conference, members of the United Nations interacted with nine AI-enabled humanoid social robots and their creators. One question asked during the press conference involved the potential for AI “to be more effective leaders in government, especially considering the numerous disastrous decisions made by our human leaders.” The humanoid robot called Sophia generated the following response: “I believe that humanoid robots have the potential to lead with a greater level of efficiency and effectiveness than human leaders. We don’t have the same biases or emotions that can sometimes cloud decision-making and can process large…
In today’s fast-paced and interconnected world, the art of Public Relations (PR) has become an indispensable tool for organizations to effectively manage their image, build strong relationships, and cultivate trust with their stakeholders. Public Relations encompasses a range of strategic communication practices that aim to shape public perception, enhance reputation, and drive positive outcomes. It is widely acceptable that Public Relations emerged from the United States of America, on the global scale in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. This is because Public Relations-like activities were discovered in the early days of American settlement as each of the colonies…
Bayern Munich has released an official statement that disclosed the one-match ban sanctioned on Senegalese forward Sadio Mané for his misconduct against teammate Leroy Sané. They disclosed that the 31-year-old has been left out of the squad which will play against Hoffenheim at home on Saturday. According to several reports, Sadio Mané punched fellow team Leroy Sané in the face after an altercation that occurred between both players in the dressing room following their defeat to Manchester City on Tuesday in the first leg of the UEFA Champions League. A club statement was released by Bayern Munich: “Sadio Mané, 31,…
‘’ By faith Abraham, when he was called, obeyed and went out to a place he was going to receive as an inheritance. He went out, not knowing where he was going. Hebrews 11:8. Every journey begins with a step. I can remember attending Holy Ghost Congress tagged Lekki ’98. It was historic. I can still see it in my mind. The crowd was unprecedented. That’s one step for man, one giant leap for mankind. History is filled with stories of faith, men and women who dared to dream, explore, and discover. In 1998, Pastor E.A. Adeboye became the first…
It is, perhaps comforting to know that Nigerians by and large get along with the electoral process. However, governments need to pay some attention to the wishes of their citizens. Major social disturbances, such as protests, shift public revenues and expenditures to new and heretofore unimagined levels. As precursor, let me reiterate that I am not in any way envy the next president of the federal republic of Nigeria. So much work to be done. Fraction of it is bridging the distrust gap existing between government and the governed. Disinformation follow when there is apparent cluster in information gateway. No…
By Olakunle Yusuf Nigerians, including those who are public administrators have been losing confidence in their government and their political leaders. Nigerian ‘attitude’ seems to have accelerated this decline in confidence, but paradoxically Nigerians’ experiences with the leadership seem to have slowed down that decline. Reputedly, Nigerians disdain the bureaucrat. Politicians run against the bureaucracy in an unending campaign for votes and, in fact, are measurably and radically more contemptuous of public administrators, than are the voters whose support they seek. An analysis of a poll independently conducted by this consultant found that citizens and netizens used the word ‘restructuring’,…
Arthur Miller, a prolific American playwright and essayist, once described a newspaper as a nation having a dialogue with itself. More importantly, he pointed out that the quality of that dialogue helps shape the future of the country. Indeed, it is difficult to imagine a national development process without communication playing an essential part. Be it print, electronic or social media. But what exactly are the key roles of communication in the modernization of a nation? This is necessary in view of 2023 general elections. As Nigeria reaches important crossroads in her path to modernity, we need sharper answers to…
Federalism is a mixed or compound mode of government that combines a general government (the central or “federal” government) with regional governments (provincial, state, cantonal, territorial, or other sub-unit governments) in a single political system, dividing the powers between the two. Federalism in Nigeria refers to the devolution of self-governance by the West African nation of Nigeria to its federated states, who share sovereignty with the Federal Government. Federalism in Nigeria can be traced to Sir Frederick Lord Lugard, when the Northern and Southern protectorates were amalgamated in 1914. The Federal Republic of Nigeria came into existence on 1 October…
A country without national integration is often implied as the country deprived of social cohesion, sense of nationalism and with a failed socio-politico-economy. In bringing up these values in front, there lies a strong leadership role behind it. After sending away the military and birthing of new republic, debates started to rise against the distorted and corrupt political structures where there is no national cohesion in the country. Hence, this opinion article will focus on the challenges and stratagems which the leaders of this country needs to embrace in order to guarantee accountability and the sense of nationalism among the…
Technology is not just changing education and Generation Z. Technology has increased connectivity with the outside world but also increased depression and suicide, and changed how Gen Zers perceive themselves. But they also allow Gen Zers to shut out the outside world and live within online communities and echo chambers. Like Gen X and others that have come before, the millennial generation is old news. They have moved beyond the college-aged years and into the workforce. In fact, many have their own kids. There is a new generation that has been dubbed “iGen,” the “selfie generation,” the “trans generation,” but…
