RIVERS STATE CONTROLLER OF CORRECTIONS LEADS PARAMILITARY SERVICE CHIEFS IN COURTESY VISIT TO SOLE ADMINISTRATOR

The Rivers State Controller of Corrections, Felix Madumere FCAI, recently led a delegation of paramilitary service chiefs on a courtesy visit to the Sole Administrator of Rivers State, Vice Admiral Ibok-Ette Ibas (rtd) ¹. During the visit, Vice Admiral Ibas emphasized the importance of collaborative efforts among paramilitary agencies to combat crime and criminality in the state.

He stressed the need for regular patrols and proactive measures to prevent agitation and ensure peaceful development in Rivers State. The Vice Admiral also highlighted dialogue as a crucial tool for gathering intelligence and addressing pressing security concerns, including kidnapping, bunkering, and protecting critical government infrastructure.

The Controller of Corrections, Rivers State Command, expressed gratitude to the Sole Administrator for the productive discussions, which will enhance the daily operations of various agencies and support the administrator's mandate to restore peace in Rivers State.

STATEHOUSE PRESS STATEMENT

PRESIDENT TINUBU SALUTES NATIONAL ASSEMBLY FOR PATRIOTIC STAND ON RIVERS STATE EMERGENCY PROCLAMATION



President Bola Ahmed Tinubu on Thursday lauded the National Assembly for its decisive and patriotic ratification of the State of Emergency proclamation in Rivers State, a critical step to restoring stability after a protracted political crisis that paralysed governance in the state and endangered national economic security for over 15 months.



The President specifically commended the National Assembly's leadership—Senate President Godswill Akpabio, House of Representatives Speaker Tajudeen Abbas, other principal officers and members—for prioritising the security and welfare of Rivers State people above partisan interests and other considerations.



He further acknowledged the lawmakers' diligent review of classified security briefings, underscoring the urgent need for intervention to prevent further escalation.



"The crisis in Rivers State was at a perilous tipping point, threatening the security of vital oil and gas installations and undermining the national economy and the significant progress we have made in the reforms initiated since our administration commenced in May 2023," President Tinubu remarked.



"As I detailed in my address to the nation on 18 March, the near-total collapse of governance, threats to federal economic assets, and the risk of widespread violence left no room for hesitation. This emergency measure is a lifeline to safeguard livelihoods, secure critical infrastructure, and restore democratic accountability."



The President affirmed that the six-month emergency will empower the newly-appointed Sole Administrator to stabilise Rivers State, address systemic breakdowns, and facilitate dialogue among conflicting parties.
President Tinubu also reaffirmed his administration's commitment to deepening collaboration with the National Assembly to advance peace, economic resilience, and equitable development across Nigeria.
"Today's decision exemplifies what our nation can achieve when unity of purpose and patriotism guide the action of leaders. We remain steadfast in pursuing a safer, more prosperous Nigeria—one where every citizen's potential is safeguarded and nurtured," he said.

The President thanked all Nigerians for their understanding and urged all stakeholders to support the restoration of peace in Rivers State.


Bayo Onanuga

Special Adviser to the President

(Information & Strategy)

March 20, 2025

10 WAYS TO AVOID FINANCIAL CHALLENGES IN MARRIAGE.

Avoiding financial challenges in marriage requires a combination of communication, planning, and shared responsibility.
Here are key strategies to help prevent financial issues in your marriage:

1. Open Communication
Discuss finances early: Before or early in the marriage, have candid discussions about each other's financial situation, goals, debts, spending habits, and values. This helps you both understand each other’s expectations and create a unified approach.

Keep communication ongoing: Regularly check in with each other about your finances—this includes budgeting, savings goals, and any financial concerns. Open dialogue can prevent surprises and resentment.

2. Set Shared Financial Goals
Create common goals: Discuss short-term and long-term goals together, such as saving for a house, retirement, or vacations. Setting common goals helps align both partners and motivates teamwork.

Budget together: Agree on a budget that works for both of you. Break down income, fixed expenses, savings, and discretionary spending. This ensures that both partners contribute to financial decisions and stick to the plan.

3. Separate and Joint Accounts
Decide on account structure: Some couples find it beneficial to have a joint account for shared expenses and personal accounts for individual spending. This can help maintain financial independence while managing shared responsibilities.

Maintain transparency: Regardless of account structure, ensure transparency in how money is spent and saved, avoiding secrecy or hidden debts.

4. Build an Emergency Fund
Save for unexpected expenses: Life is unpredictable, so it’s important to have an emergency fund that can cover 3-6 months of living expenses. This will reduce financial stress during difficult times such as job loss or medical emergencies.

5. Manage Debt Together
Avoid accumulating debt: Be mindful of taking on new debt. If you have existing debt, work together on a plan to pay it down, prioritizing high-interest debts.

Debt management plans: If the debt is significant, consider consulting a financial advisor or credit counselor to create a strategy to reduce it efficiently.

6. Plan for Retirement
Start saving early: Even if retirement seems far off, it's important to begin saving early. Contribute to retirement accounts like 401(k)s or IRAs. Take advantage of employer matching, if available.

Regularly review retirement goals: As your lives and incomes change, reassess your retirement savings plan together.

7. Agree on Spending Limits
Establish spending boundaries: Set limits on how much each partner can spend without consulting the other, especially for larger purchases. This helps prevent impulse buying and keeps finances on track.

Review big purchases together: For significant purchases, discuss and agree on them as a couple. This ensures you’re both comfortable with the decision.

8. Consider Financial Counseling or Advice.
Get professional help if needed: If finances are causing tension or confusion, consider seeing a financial advisor or counselor. Professional advice can help create a clear plan and resolve financial problems.

9. Avoid Keeping Financial Secrets
Be transparent about spending and debts: Hiding financial struggles, purchases, or debt can create distrust in a marriage. It’s important to be open with each other about financial realities, even if they’re difficult to discuss.

10. Maintain Flexibility and Adaptability
Be adaptable: Financial circumstances can change due to career changes, children, or health issues. Be ready to adjust your financial plans as life evolves.

By approaching finances as a team and prioritizing clear communication, couples can work together to avoid financial challenges and build a stable financial future.

HOW TO HANDLE A SILENT TREATMENT IN A RELATIONSHIP OR MARRIAGE.

Handling the silent treatment in a relationship can be challenging, but addressing it with care and understanding is key to resolving the issue. Here are some steps to help navigate this situation:

1. Stay Calm and Don’t React with Anger

Reacting to the silent treatment with anger or frustration can escalate the situation. Take a deep breath and remain calm. It’s important not to mirror the silence with your own silence or frustration, as this can prolong the conflict.

2. Reflect on the Situation

Before addressing the person, reflect on what may have caused the silent treatment. Did something happen recently that led to hurt feelings? Understanding the root of the issue can guide your response.

3. Give Space (If Necessary)

Sometimes, the person giving the silent treatment might need some space to process their emotions. Respecting their need for time to cool down can allow for more constructive communication later.

4. Approach Gently

When you’re ready, approach the person calmly and non-confrontationally. Use “I” statements, like, “I’ve noticed we’re not talking, and I feel confused. Can we talk about what happened?” This avoids sounding accusatory and opens up space for dialogue.

5. Avoid Playing Games

If you resort to giving the silent treatment in return, it can turn into a power struggle and make things worse. Aim for resolution rather than a back-and-forth of silence.

6. Listen Actively

When the person is ready to talk, listen carefully to what they’re saying without interrupting. Make sure they feel heard and understood, even if their feelings are difficult to hear. This can help to diffuse the tension.

7. Address the Underlying Issue

The silent treatment is often a sign of deeper issues, such as unresolved conflict, hurt feelings, or unmet needs. Focus on discussing these underlying issues respectfully and with empathy.

8. Set Boundaries for Healthy Communication

Let the person know that while you understand they might need space, healthy communication is important in the relationship. Discuss how you both can handle disagreements or difficult emotions in the future in a constructive way.

9. Consider Relationship Counseling

If the silent treatment becomes a recurring pattern and you’re unable to resolve conflicts effectively, consider seeking help from a therapist or relationship counselor to improve communication and conflict resolution skills.

Ultimately, the key is to remain patient, open, and compassionate. Silent treatment often reflects deeper emotional issues, so addressing those with care can help rebuild trust and communication

NOW, I KNOW WHY MOSES BLISS AND DEACON FAMOUS MARRIED GHANIAN LADIES.

These people are very respectful, abeg! The few guys and ladies I have interacted with online are the most respectful, cordial, and highly cultured among others. Next are Kenyans, Ugandans and the Cameroonians!

Yes, Nigerians are very respectful and wonderful if the economy is not biting hard, if not, you are in soup if you delay your online transaction with them.

Look at this dialogue with a GHANIAN for instance.

CUSTOMER: Hello.

ME: Hello. How may I help you?

CUSTOMER: I need your book: SEX SWEET SEX please...

ME: It costs 52 cedis, you will get it in your email after payment.

CUSTOMER. Thank you please, how do I pay?

I sent mode of payment. He paid. Ebook is sent but network is delaying delivery. After sometime..

CUSTOMER: I have not received the book please...

ME: It could be poor network on your part, kindly retry when your network is high.

CUSTOMER: Thank you please.

NIGERIAN VERSION

CUSTOMER: Hi

ME: Hello...how may I help you?

CUSTOMER: How much for your book, SEX SWEET SEX

ME: Just #5000.

CUSTOMER: I don't have money, send it to me.

ME: it's for sale. You will get it in your email after payment.

CUSTOMER; Ok.

She paid, her network is poor, didn't receive her book on time.

Frantic calls!

CUSTOMER: Where is my book? How am I sure you are not a sc@mm£r? If you don't send my book...

ME: Hello...

CUSTOMER: I give you one hour, if I don't get my book, I will report you on social media platforms.

ME: Hello...calm down. I have sent your book. Your network could be poor hence a delay in receiving it in your mail. If you can't wait, I will refund your #5000 immediately though you will still receive the book. Let me have your account details...

CUSTOMER: No worry madam, I will wait...

If you are not in my country, you won't understand how the economy is biting hard at people making innocent ladies scream at innocent business people because they fear their hard earned money has been swallowed!

Relax my ladies, don't let money define who you are or dictate how you behave. Learn to keep your cool no matter what. Your husband may be in one corner watching.

He very careful with online transactions too. Never do business with someone you don't trust and if you trust them enough to patronise them, be patient enough before going berserk...relax....

Your husband may be attracted to your calm demeanor and mature response and from there, wedding bells may ring!

You shall not miss your soul mate in Jesus name!

© Seun Oladele, 2025.

NOTE: It takes few minutes to receive books in your mail if network is high on both end. No matter what, you will definitely get your books within 24 hours when you purchase from us or simply purchase directly from our online book store. I love all Nigerian men and women. I am proudly a Nigerian. God bless you.

41 RULES TO STAY AHEAD OF THE GAME

1. **Privacy is your superpower.** What others don’t know, they can’t ruin. Keep your life close to the chest—people thrive on drama.

2. **Loneliness is part of the journey.** Embrace it; it’s an art form all its own.

3. **Remember, everything is temporary.** Life is fleeting, so stay grounded and humble.

4. **Everyone you meet is fighting a battle you know nothing about.** Be kind; it costs nothing.

5. **Your partner mirrors you.** Choose wisely. Seek out her values just as diligently as her looks.

6. **Your mental health trumps everyone’s feelings.** Be a little selfish here; it’s vital.

7. **You don’t need more time; you need fewer distractions.** Focus is your key to success.

8. **Guard your time fiercely.** Not everyone deserves a piece of it.

9. **Surround yourself with those who truly value you.** You shouldn't have to plead for respect and appreciation.

10. **Self-love is not selfish; it’s necessary.**

11. **Treasure those who lighten your load.** They are rare gems in this world.

12. **Choose your circle with care.** The right people uplift you; the wrong ones can drag you down.

13. **Peace of mind is invaluable.** Protect it at all costs.

14. **Stop chasing love; simply live your life.** The right person will come along.

15. **Seek those who embody that “grow together” mindset.** Lift each other higher.

16. **No regrets—just lessons learned.** Dust yourself off and push forward.

17. **Pursue someone proud to have you by their side.**

18. **Never surrender.** Everyone faces tough times; pick yourself up and keep going.

19. **If you feel drained, take a step back to recharge—don’t quit.**

20. **Sometimes, you need to disappear to return stronger.**

21. **Learn from the successes of others, but let their mistakes teach you wisdom.**

22. **Want to be happy?** Stop expecting anything from anyone; nobody owes you a thing.

23. **Everything will fall into place eventually.** Keep that optimistic mindset alive.

24. **Keep grinding—your breakthrough is on the horizon.**

25. **There’s nothing more attractive than mutual effort.**

26. **Stop overthinking it in places where you’re not valued.**

27. **If no one lends a hand, take the initiative yourself. Complaining won't help.**

28. **Obsess over your growth.** It’s the best investment you can make.

29. **A heart-to-heart should never end in conflict.** Open dialogue is sacred.

30. **“I’ll do it tomorrow” is just procrastination in disguise.**

31. **Aim not to stay the same—strive to be better.**

32. **Sometimes, waiting is more powerful than forcing things to happen.**

33. **Not everyone will understand your journey, and that’s perfectly fine.**

34. **Heal so you don’t become a reflection of your past trauma.**

35. **Keep your circle small and your friends insightful.**

36. **If they’re only around temporarily, feel free to let them go permanently.**

37. **People come and go; learn how to stand strong alone.**

38. **If needed, take time to disappear and focus on yourself.**

39. **Some will resent you for refusing to be controlled.** That’s their problem.

40. **Concentrate on your improvement, not on proving yourself to others.**

41. **Never, ever return to what once broke you.**

**Keep pushing forward!**

The resolution was signed by Professor Don Baridam, the chairman of the Dialogue Committee, Archbishop Ignatius Kattey, co-chairman, and the secretary, Tom Orage. They stated that the confidence-building measures already being implemented by the government are a precursor to the dialogue process

As the venue became tighter, the Co-Chairman of the Ogoni Dialogue Committee and respected priest, Ignatius Kattey and Mitee quickly took turns to address the crowd on the purpose of the meeting as directed by Tinubu.

Let me reveal the secret of Polichinelle.

There is NO real and true AI in the human world, yet. AI must be proactive and interactive and exhibit causal (common sense) knowledge and reasoning, as well as the world/data machine understanding, at least.
But there are fake AIs and false ML, like Google’s Bard vs. ChatGPT.

ChatGPT uses NLP to create humanlike conversational dialogue trained with RL via human feedback and reward models ranking the best responses, responding to questions and compose various written content, including articles, social media posts, essays, code, emails, product descriptions, summaries of transcripts, meetings and podcasts, simple explanations of complex topics, law briefs, translations, jokes or memes, blog posts.
Bard simulates human conversations with NLP and ML by drawing responses from the internet using the LLMs, LaMDA and PaLM.
Here are some best fake AI/ML tools for generating text, speech, video, image, notes, apps, etc.
1. Adobe Firefly: Image and text effect generation
2. NVIDIA Broadcast: AI-enhanced voice and video
3. Notion AI: More efficient notes and docs
4. Canva AI: Image Generator, Text Generator, Magic Design, and Photo Editor
5. GPT-4 (Plugins)
6. Eleven Labs: AI Text to Speech
7. D-ID: AI Generated Video Creation animates images from text or audio
8. Midjourney/Leonardo AI: Image generation
9. AutoGPT / AgentGPT
10. GPT

Global dialogue being prevented.The Lord is our strength