Category: On the Blaze

A nursing mother, Firdausi Ahmad, has approached a Shari’a Court in Kaduna State to seek the dissolution of her three-year marriage to her husband, Malam Anas, alongside a monthly payment of N10,000 to support their eight-month-old daughter.

Husband allegedly asks wife to return to parents

Presenting her case, Sunusi told the court that his client’s marriage to Anas had lasted for three years and that they had an eight-month-old daughter.

According to the lawyer, the marriage became troubled after the husband allegedly instructed Ahmad to return to her parents’ home and remain there until he gave her permission to return to their matrimonial home.

The lawyer further alleged that Anas had neither visited his wife nor checked on their infant daughter since Ahmad left the family home.

Sunusi said his client was no longer willing to continue with the marriage and had therefore approached the court to seek a divorce through Khul’i, a form of Islamic divorce initiated by a wife.

Wife offers to return N100,000 bride price

As part of her request for the dissolution of the marriage, Ahmad expressed her willingness to refund the N100,000 bride price paid during the marriage.

Her lawyer also urged the court to order Anas to pay N10,000 monthly to cover the child’s needs.

In addition, Sunusi requested payment for the eight months during which his client had been breastfeeding their daughter.

The lawyer presented the requests as part of the reliefs his client was seeking from the court.

Court adjourns case to November 11

Anas was absent from the court proceedings when the matter came up for hearing on Thursday.

The presiding judge, Yakubu Abdullahi, subsequently adjourned the case until November 11 to allow the complainant to present her witness or other evidence in support of her claims.

Abdullahi also directed the court registrar to send an invitation letter to the defendant and ensure that he attends the next hearing.

The court is expected to continue hearing the matter when the parties return on the adjourned date.

A Nigerian pastor has sparked debate after describing church members who frequently complain about money and financial contributions as enemies of the church.

In a viral video, the pastor argued that members should understand their financial responsibilities and recognise the expenses involved in running a church, including rent, maintenance and staff salaries.

He maintained that although churches do not charge gate fees for worshippers to attend services, members should contribute towards the upkeep of their places of worship.

Pastor questions members’ financial commitment

Speaking about how to identify people he considers unsupportive of a church, the pastor said their reactions to discussions about money could reveal their attitude towards the ministry.

“You want to know the enemies of your church? When you talk about money, they’re angry. They always complain. Just know that they don’t love your church. They’re not interested in your church,” he said.

He also questioned why someone who had attended a church for a year would fail to consider their financial responsibilities towards the ministry.

According to him, the absence of an entrance fee does not mean worshippers have no financial obligations to support the church.

“There’s no gate fee in the church. Doesn’t mean that there’s no cost to you. Have some sense in your head. Ask yourself,” he added.

Pastor explains church expenses

The cleric further illustrated his argument by calculating how much a church could receive if members contributed ₦1,000 every Sunday.

He explained that a member giving ₦1,000 weekly would contribute approximately ₦4,000 monthly.

Using a hypothetical congregation of 1,000 members, he estimated that the church would receive ₦4 million monthly if everyone made the contribution.

However, he argued that such an amount would still have to cover several expenses, including the cost of the church premises, daily operations, maintenance and staff payments.

The pastor expressed frustration with members who, in his view, fail to appreciate these financial demands while criticising requests for contributions.

‘You are an enemy of the church’

The pastor ended his remarks with a strong warning to members who consistently oppose financial discussions and contributions.

“You are wicked. Very wicked. You are an enemy of the church. Enemy of the church. And it’s better you leave the church and get out,” he said.

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A man has sparked discussions online after claiming that his Caribbean passport helped him obtain approval for a UK travel authorisation in less than a minute, contrasting the experience with the lengthy visa application process he encountered using his Nigerian passport.

In a viral video, the man displayed his Caribbean passport and recounted how he decided to check the UK travel requirements after a conversation with a woman who suggested they travel to the United Kingdom.

According to him, he initially expressed concern that he did not have a visa. However, the woman reportedly pointed out that his Caribbean passport might make the process easier.

Compares UK and Canadian visa applications

The man said he decided to apply for the UK electronic travel authorisation (ETA) online and was surprised by how quickly he received approval.

He explained that the approval came almost immediately after he completed and submitted the application.

“I applied for UK visa and ETA online. I got an approval in less than two minutes, less than one minute. Immediately I filled the application, I submitted, I just got a mail that I’ve been approved,” he said.

He attributed the quick approval to his Caribbean passport, although he did not specify the country that issued it.

The man also compared the experience with his previous attempt to obtain a Canadian visa using his Nigerian passport.

According to him, the Canadian visa application took between six and seven months before approval, prompting him to consider applying again with his other passport.

He said the subsequent application took approximately four weeks, after which he received a six-year visa.

Advises young Nigerians to invest in passports

Reflecting on his experiences, the man encouraged young Nigerians who have the financial means to consider obtaining a second passport rather than spending their money on what he described as unnecessary activities.

“If you’re a young man and you have money, please, instead of using your money to go to the club and spend your money on all these unnecessary things, use the money to go and get this passport. It will save you a lot of stress,” he said.

He added that people who had followed his previous advice were pleased with the outcome and expressed confidence that others could benefit from similar experiences.

However, the ease of obtaining travel authorisation depends on the passport holder’s nationality, the destination country’s immigration rules and individual eligibility.

His account does not establish that all Caribbean passport holders receive automatic or immediate approval.

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‎A Nigerian man identified as @AnyanwuMalachy on X (formerly Twitter) has narrated his experience withdrawing money at a Point of Sales (POS) stand.
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‎According to the X user, while heading out, he stopped by a POS stand and withdrew ₦30,000.‎

‎Man’s POS Encounter Sparks Buzz

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‎However, the POS attendant handed him ₦21,000 in ₦500 notes and ignored him for another customer.
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As a result, he pointed out the ₦9,000 balance, to which she claimed it was a mistake.
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‎ Due to her comment, he got annoyed, glanced at the POS attendant and stormed off.
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‎”The moment I sounded angry, she started saying, “What’s ₦9k? Ordinary ₦9k? We don’t steal here. I just looked at the buffoon, shook my head and walked away”, The tweet reads in part.

‎Story Sparks Reactions…..

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‎Meanwhile, the tweet has gone viral online, with netizens sharing their takes on the incident.
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‎De Liberty noted, “Na so dem dey do. Always count am twice before you turn your back , the Bible no go refund you”.
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‎Future billionaire remarked, “The way some people use religion to defend themselves instead of correcting their mistakes is alarming”.
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‎Akwaugo wrote, “Human beings are just dangerous. Bible and olive oil”.
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‎Rukeve added, “You for tell her say na people wey dey carry Bible pass do wicked pass”.
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A Nigerian student has recounted an unpleasant experience with a family member who allegedly served them mostly bony meat while other people in the household enjoyed better portions during Christmas.

The student shared the experience after being unable to travel home from university for the festive season and deciding to stay with a relative instead.

According to the account, the family slaughtered a goat for the celebration, but the student noticed that the meat served to them was mostly bones, while other household members appeared to receive better cuts.

Feeling unfairly treated, the student decided to take matters into their own hands rather than confront the family member directly.

Student takes a different approach to the situation

Recounting the incident, the student said, “i just vex, go order food with turkey dey chop am for their parlor”.

Rather than continue eating the food served to them, the student ordered a separate meal with turkey and ate it in the family’s parlour.

The decision appeared to be a way of expressing displeasure over what they perceived as unfair treatment while staying under the same roof as their relatives.

The account did not identify the family member involved or disclose where the incident occurred.

Christmas food experience sparks conversation about family treatment

The experience highlights how seemingly small incidents involving food and hospitality can leave people feeling unwelcome, particularly during festive gatherings.

For students who cannot travel home during Christmas, staying with relatives may provide an alternative, but the quality of their experience can depend on how they are treated.

The student’s account also raises questions about fairness and consideration when sharing food among family members and guests.

However, no further details were provided about the relative’s intentions or whether the issue was eventually discussed within the family.

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A Nigerian man has recounted how his girlfriend, a nurse who once supported him financially and bought him his first Samsung phone, left him heartbroken after marrying his friend while he was at university.

The man said their relationship began around 2012 or 2013, when the woman was in charge of his community health centre. According to him, she supported his education and even gave him her ATM card to cover his admission expenses.

However, things changed after he gained admission into university and began concentrating on his studies.

He explained that he had vowed not to date any woman on campus until he graduated, but his girlfriend reportedly became insecure, fearing that other women had taken her place in his life.

How he discovered his girlfriend’s traditional marriage

The man said he was shocked when his cousin called to inform him that his girlfriend’s traditional  marriage was scheduled to take place in a week.

He initially refused to believe the news until he saw pictures from the event.

According to him, he later discovered that the woman had  married his friend, who used to visit her at the health centre whenever he returned from Onitsha, where he did business.

The revelation left him devastated. He said he rushed home, cried and tore his shirt after learning what had happened.

How his father helped him overcome heartbreak

The man said his family members already knew about the situation and were prepared to comfort him.

His father advised him to focus on loving himself, completing his education and building a better future rather than dwelling on the relationship’s painful ending.

Although moving on was difficult, he said he followed his father’s advice and remained single until he completed university and started working.

He added that he eventually ended his period of being single on January 11, 2020.

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Monday Jatau, 28, from Angwan Sabo in Akwanga, can see again after 20 years of blindness.

He says the Jennifer Etuh Foundation made it happen through two eye surgeries.

His problems started when his right eye was hit by his blind father’s walking stick on the way to a market.

His father tried traditional treatments, but nothing worked, and he died the same year.

Jatau later lost sight in his left eye too.

He said his wife left him with their two children, and there were days the family had no food.

He heard about the free medical outreach from his church pastor and made his way to Dalhatu Araf Specialist Hospital in Akwanga, even though he had no money.

A team of 82 professionals from across the country took part.

The eye doctor, Dr Clement Tenufa, said most cases were cataract and pterygium.

Other patients were screened for high blood pressure, hepatitis B and C, malaria and blood sugar.

Many adults were found to have high blood pressure, and some children had malaria.

Programme manager Joe Otu said the foundation will keep bringing healthcare to people who need it most.