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Paul Adefarasin, the senior pastor of House on the Rock Church, has refuted reports that he was filmed holding a gun in a now-defunct video.

The video, which was first released earlier this week, shows Pastor Adefarasin posing with a passing car and recording him in traffic.

Some online users claimed that the pastor was holding and possibly pointing a gun at the subject, which quickly attracted the attention of the public.

Pastor Adefarasin responded to the speculation by describing the allegations as misunderstanding in a post on his official X&nbsp, handle.

“You might be aware of a video that has been widely circulated on social media that depicts me wielding a weapon in an offensive manner.

He wrote, “I want to assure you that this was not a firearm, and I never pointed such a gun at anyone.”

The cleric, who oversees all House on the Rock branches, expressed concern about the potential harm the video might have caused and urged the general public to avoid spreading false information or sensationalism.

We fully understand the concern this accusation may have caused, and we will address this impromptu tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. He continued, “I appreciate your understanding and patience.”

The incident reportedly occurred when an unnamed driver recognized Pastor Adefarasin in traffic, according to eyewitness accounts that circulated alongside the footage. After winding down his car window, the cleric was seen holding up an object, which made the audience think it was a weapon.

Adefarasin reiterated his commitment to truth and clarity in his address to his congregation and followers.

His message began with “My Dear Family, trusting that this meets you well, winning and on top of the tests of life,” before reiterating that the subject was not a firearm.

The pastor also eluded the pastor’s request to hold a brief discussion of the subject at Sunday’s service.

In a follow-up message, he advised, “Do not allow the level at which you feel comfortable to prevent you from receiving God’s next call upon your life.”

The 43-year-old man’s lifeless body was recovered from a domestic well in Ile Alapo, Edun, the state capital of Kwara, by the Kwara State Fire Service.

After returning from Eid prayers on Friday, it was discovered that Kazeem, who had been identified as Kazeem, had jumped into the well while driving under the influence of a hard substance known as “Colos” (Colorado).

Hassan Adekunle, the Kwara State Fire Service’s public relations officer, confirmed the incident by stating that a man had fallen into a well after receiving a distress call from the service control room at around 10:29 am.

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“Firefighters arrived on the scene right away, and they were able to retrieve the body from the well.

After returning from Eid prayers, the victim, identified as Kazeem, allegedly jumped into the well while driving a hard substance known as “Colos” (Colorado) in a nearby well.

“The C Division Police Station, Ilorin, was in charge of Inspector Babatunde Amos’ body.” The victim’s family is still waiting for the Ministry to make a formal identification and body claim.

Prince Falade John Olumuyiwa, the Kwara State Fire Service director, expressed his deep regret over the incident.

Umo Eno’s resignation from the People’s Democratic Party (PDP) to the All Progressives Congress (APC) has been hailed as “historic” and capable of bringing in more investment opportunities for the South-South region, according to Edo State governor Monday Okpebholo.

Okpebholo made the remarks in a statement on Saturday, expressing his sincere thanks to Eno for leaving the APC.

Okpebholo praised Eno’s brave choice to align with the APC’s “progressive ideals” and national vision.

According to him, the action demonstrated a “profound” commitment to the advancement and development of Akwa Ibom State, ensuring its seamless integration into the federal government’s development agenda under President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s “renewed hope” mantra.

Governor Umo Eno’s choice to join the APC “demonstrates his foresight and commitment to the welfare of his people,” the governor said.

It “signifies a strategic alignment that will undoubtedly increase opportunities, foster stronger collaborations, and accelerate the delivery of democratic dividends to the good Akwa Ibom State,” observed Okpebholo.

Also read: Defection: “We’ll Fully Accommodate You,” APC Welcomes Governor Eno.

The governor of Edo emphasized the value of synergy and unity between the federal government and the states for best progress.

He expressed confidence that Governor Eno’s departure will significantly improve the South-South region’s political climate and promote regional cohesion and development.

Alatoye Azeez, the Amir of the Ahmadiya Muslim Jamaat of Nigeria, has urged Nigerians to support the army’s efforts to combat banditry and insurgency.

Azeez, who made the call on Saturday’s episode of Channels Television’s Sunrise, claimed it was against the country’s citizens to conspire with criminals.

We can’t be conspiring with terrorists or bandits and turning them against the soldiers, they say. Because they are sacrificing themselves, we must also sacrifice ourselves by fully supporting them, which is so ungodly and a sign of a lack of sense of sacrifice.

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You know that many of them are dying, but they are still committed, but I can’t see that support for them. He added that he is very convinced that we must support them with all possible means.

The Amir argued that Nigerians must display the proper spirit of sacrifice, as demonstrated by the Nigerian military, while addressing the Sallah lesson.

The soldiers, sadly, make their lives on the battlefield, but I don’t see the country supporting them making that kind of sacrifice. We appear to be pushing them to the front of battle.

“But we are ignoring them and allowing them to remain.” We must stand by all of the soldiers; we can’t send them to the front of the fight or not provide them with the support they need. And I don’t just mean ammunition when I say the right support. He further stressed that the country’s citizens must stand by them.

Azeez urged the public to learn more about how to help the government address insecurity.

He continued, “We must do a lot of the national orientation, and I also concur with Mr. President that we must provide that support.”

“Pray For Soldiers,”

President Bola Tinubu on Friday urged the military to offer more prayers in order to protect the country from terrorists and bandits who are making sacrifices.

Bayo Onanuga, the president’s special adviser to information and strategy, made this known in a statement on X.

According to the President, who observed the Eid-al-Adha prayers at the Dodan Barracks in Lagos, “We should remember to pray and give to those who are very vulnerable in the spirit of the season, which is sacrifice.”

We must unite, care for our brothers, and care for our neighbors. Everyone should be shown love. Our troops must also be praying fervently for them to stay safe.

In the ongoing battle against insurgency in the North-East region, the governor of Boro State, Babagana Umara Zulum, has given a donation of 100 million to help the families of the soldiers killed and injured.

The donation was made on Saturday at Maimalari Barracks in Maiduguri, where Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, the Chief of Army Staff, and Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, the Chief of Air Staff, were also present.

Major General Abdussalam Abubakar, the theatre commander of Operation Hadin Kai, was presented with a $100 million check by Governor Zulum.

He explained that the families of soldiers killed in action would receive $500, 000, and the remainder would be distributed.

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Major General Godwin Mutkut, the Force Commander, Multi-National Joint Task Force (MNJTF), Lieutenant General Olufemi Oluyede, the Chief of Air Staff, Air Marshal Hassan Abubakar, and the Chief of Air Staff, Major General Godwin Mutkut, the commander of the MNJTF, witnessed the presentation of the cheque.

A representative from the House of Representatives, Engr. Hon. Bukar Talba, APC Chairman, Hon. Bukar Tijjani, Head of Service, Dr. Muhammad Ghuluze, Acting Chief of Staff, Dr. Babagana Mustapha Mallumbe, and Alhaji Bukar Tijjani, APC Chairman. among several senior government officials is Bilo Ayuba.

Governor Zulum praised the Nigerian Armed Forces’ resilience and patriotism, arguing that their sacrifices must never be forgotten.

“We do not understand how hard you work on the front lines, often in harsh conditions and away from your families. We’ll never accept your sacrifices as unjustifiable, he declared. “We’re eternally grateful for your service.”

The governor also assured the military of the government’s unwavering support.