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A Must-read: Tips For Surviving Current Hardship In Nigeria
In the face of Nigeria’s ongoing challenges, which range from economic hardship to insecurity crisis, it becomes imperative to find sustainable ways to navigate these turbulent times.
The nation’s spirit of resilience is being tested, but history has shown that with collective will and individual wisdom, any obstacle can be overcome.
In this article, Gists9ja provides 10 insightful tips to not just survive but thrive during this period, offering a fresh perspective on resilience and resourcefulness in Nigeria.
1. Embrace Collective Solidarity
Recognize that the current situation in Nigeria is a collective struggle, not an isolated personal failure. This perspective fosters a sense of solidarity and shared resilience among Nigerians, reminding us that unity can be a source of strength in navigating the crisis.
2. Prioritize Well-being Over Projects
While ambition is commendable, the current climate necessitates a strategic pause. Suspending projects temporarily to focus on essential needs can prevent burnout and ensure you’re in a better position to resume your goals with vigour when circumstances improve.
3. Prioritize Basic Needs
Now is the time to reassess priorities, focus on essentials like food and healthcare. It’s perfectly reasonable to use your savings now for survival. Remember, material possessions can wait.
This approach underscores the importance of adaptability in maintaining well-being during uncertain times.
4. Limit Unnecessary Outings
Cut back on unnecessary outings because, as everyone knows, going out can be expensive.
Reducing unnecessary travel not only conserves resources but also minimizes exposure to risks. It’s a practice in prudence and prioritization, ensuring that every outing is purposeful and safe.
5. Live Within Your Means
Forget about impressing others with displays of wealth. Maintaining your standard of living is enough.
The societal pressure to display affluence can be overwhelming, but being real and saving money are good qualities.
By living within your means, you protect your resources and well-being, setting a sustainable standard for personal success.
6. Be Economical with Food Choices
You don’t need luxury foods to stay healthy. Nutritious, affordable meals can sustain you just as well. Remember, simplicity does not mean scarcity.
Flexibility in diet, particularly regarding meat consumption, can lead to significant savings without compromising nutritional value.
7. Guard Your Peace
In times of crisis, mental health becomes as crucial as physical well-being. Shielding oneself from distressing news and seeking out uplifting content can help maintain a balanced outlook, essential for resilience.
Opt for activities that uplift your spirits, like listening to music, watching comedies, or enjoying light-hearted conversations with friends.
8. Stay Connected with Your Faith
Difficult times call for spiritual resilience. Whether through prayer, meditation, or reflection, maintaining a spiritual practice can provide comfort and hope.
Faith can be a source of comfort and strength in challenging times. Engaging more deeply with one’s spiritual practices can provide a sense of hope and continuity, offering solace and a reminder of the enduring human spirit.
9. Keep Hope Alive
Remembering that difficult times are temporary helps maintain a positive outlook. The belief in a brighter future can motivate one to persevere through present hardships, inspired by the lessons learned from past crises.
10. Invest in Personal Growth
Utilizing time to acquire new knowledge or skills not only provides a constructive distraction but also prepares one for future opportunities. This investment in personal development can be a source of empowerment and hope.
Conclusion
Navigating the current situation in Nigeria with resilience, wisdom, and hope is not just about survival; it’s about laying the groundwork for a thriving future.
By adopting these strategies, Nigerians can ensure that they emerge from this period not just unscathed but stronger, wiser, and more united than ever.
The journey through hardship can illuminate paths to personal growth, communal solidarity, and a renewed appreciation for the essentials of life.
Together, the citizens shall conquer this challenge, buoyed by faith, resilience, and the unyielding belief that hard times, indeed, do not last forever.
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Father demands justice over son’s death in Benue
By Francesca Hangeior
Joseph Onminyi, the father of 19-year-old Peter Onminyi, who was allegedly killed by men from the Operation Zenda unit of the Benue State Police Command, has called for justice.
According to Onminyi, his son was killed in the presence of family members on May 19, 2024, around 8 pm while they were having dinner at their residence located at Welfare Quarters, Makurdi.
Speaking to journalists in Makurdi on Wednesday, the father of the deceased alleged that some policemen invaded their residence, shot his son dead, and took away his corpse.
While crying out for justice, Onminyi demanded the immediate release of his son’s body for a decent burial according to Idoma’s traditional rites and customs.
He also demanded the immediate return of items taken from their house and access to their home, as they have been traumatised and are tired of sleeping outside.
The father, a retired civil servant, described his son as a complete gentleman and said that, to his knowledge, his son had not committed any offence that would have warranted his killing by the police in front of the family.
He said, “I am Mr. Joseph Onminyi, the father of the deceased, late Peter Onminyi, who was shot to death by the police on May 19, 2024, in my own house, not even outside.
“No reason was given by the police for their actions. They didn’t ask or tell anyone about the offence he committed; rather, they just killed him while he was eating in the dining room.
“The police didn’t approach me, the father, or ask any of my children who were with me in the room what offence my son had committed. They just jumped over the fence, entered the house, and began shooting sporadically. They even shot at one of my sons, who was eating at the dining table.
“Not only that, after killing him, they took his body away and removed all the home properties, including a radio, refrigerator, washing machine, gas cooker and gas cylinder, as well as two motorcycles and everything else in the house.
“I think this action could be seen as armed robbery because they came unannounced, and nobody was informed of what they were there for. Whether they came to search for something or to investigate someone, they didn’t say anything; they just shot and killed my innocent child.
“After killing him, the police took his body away to an unknown destination. Up to this moment, I don’t know where my son’s lifeless body is. Not only that, the police locked my house.”
He added, “They locked the entrance gate to my house. My house has been locked and the key withheld since the incident in May.
“My family and I have been sleeping outside our home in an uncompleted building. I therefore appeal to Nigeria and the entire world to come to my aid and address the police brutality against innocent citizens,” Onminyi stated.
While mentioning that he had filed a case for breach of human rights against the police, the deceased’s father accused the police of delaying the case in court.
“They have refused to appear in court, which means the police believe they are above the law and can disregard the judicial process,” he said.
When contacted, the spokesperson for the State Command, SP Catherine Anene, said that the case involved someone suspected of kidnapping and armed robbery.
She said, “I am aware of the case, which involved a boy who was suspected of kidnapping. I think the police went there to arrest him, and during the process, one of the boys exchanged gunfire with the police, and in the process, he was killed.
“However, I am not sure of the name, but I will get back to you. This happened around the Welfare Quarters in the Makurdi area.”
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Lagos Seals Churches, Others Over Noise Pollution
The Lagos State Environmental Protection Agency, LASEPA, has sealed off some churches over noise pollution in the state.
LASEPA confirmed this in a statement on its X page.
LASEPA said it took the action in a bid to address noise pollution and other environmental violations.
It said the establishments were found guilty of breaching environmental regulations despite multiple warnings from LASEPA.
“The affected establishments include Honourable Lounge & Lodging, Redeemed Christian Church of God, Celestial Church of God, OMA Night Club and Lounge, Bridge Spot Bar.
“Others are Okiki Event Centre and Hall, Emota Paradise Hotel (Phase 2), CF Hotel & Suites, House 27 Hotel & Suites, Echo Spring Hotel, and Smile T Continental Hotel,” the statement added.
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Troops kill bandits’ kingpin, four others in Plateau
Troops attached to the Forward Operation Base of Operation Safe Haven, stationed in the Wase Local Government Area of Plateau State, have killed five bandits, including their kingpin, Kachalla Saleh.
Our correspondent reports that the incident occurred less than a week after bandits and vigilantes clashed in the Dogon Ruwa community of the council, resulting in four deaths.
A vigilante and youth leader in Wase, Abdullahi Haruna, told newsmen in Jos on Tuesday that the incident happened around 12 noon in Kinashe village, Bashar District, on Monday.
Haruna stated that the bandits, who posed a threat to residents’ lives, were caught off guard by security personnel, allowing for a resistance-free operation.
He said “The village is a bushy area, and residents had already fled before the latest incident, Haruna explained. “Bandits had displaced people from the area, using it as a hiding place. The bandits didn’t expect security personnel to descend upon them at that time, given the area’s nature.”
Residents of Wase, particularly Bashar District, commended the troops for the successful operation.
Our correspondent reports that Wase LGA villages have suffered from banditry for two years, resulting in numerous deaths, including security personnel.
When contacted on the development, the spokesperson of Operation Safe Haven, Maj Samson Zhakom, neither answered calls nor responded to the short message sent to him by our correspondent.
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