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  • Friends, members celebrate James two years after demise

    Friends, members celebrate James two years after demise

    Friends, well-wishers, and associates of the late founding General Overseer of El-Shaddai Covenant Ministries, Dr. James O. James, have paid glowing tributes to his memories on the second anniversary of his death.

    James, a former lecturer at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU), Kaduna, according to them, was an inspirational and selfless leader who affected destinies and families in no small way.

    They spoke at the second anniversary of his demise at the Lagos headquarters of the church with the theme ‘No gree for drugs.’ 

    At the Founder’s Day 2024, they said James lived an exemplary and impactful life.

    His wife, Dr Temitayo James, said being married to him was the best thing that happened to her after salvation. According to her, “He had a heart for God and the people. He lived with the mindset of making changes. He was an angel who did good all the days of his life.”

    The founder of Fountain of Life Assembly, Bishop Dare Oshowo, his friend of over 40 years, said James was a committed servant of God who served his generations.

    He urged Christians to live one day at a time, knowing God could call them home any day to render an account.

    Oshowo, said James, though dead, was still speaking through his impact and changing lives, saying living was not about acquisition, but transforming people.

    Assistant General Overseer (South) of the Ministries, Dr. Oyeleke Ajiboye, said his thriving business was a reflection of the teachings and mentorship of James, who he described as an inspirational father.

    He said the legacies of James would continue to reverberate for years to come, stating the transformed lives and destinies were testimonies of his commitment to the works of God. 

    To help tackle the scourge of drug abuse in society, the event held a panel session on the prevalence of the menace.

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    Pastor Keji Hamilton, a former drug addict, and band member of late Afrobeat singer, Fela Anikulapo, said drug addiction was a spiritual problem that required the church to take decisive actions.

    A Consultant Psychiatrist at Neuropsychiatric Hospital, Aro, Abeokuta, Dr. Sunday Amosu said the society was sitting on a keg of gunpowder based on the prevalence of drug addictions, even in mission-based tertiary institutions.

    He said many of them have students battling addiction that are desperately hidden away from the public. The psychiatrist said something must be done to assist youths break away from the destruction of drugs.

    Dr. Abiodun Kawonise said it was important for parents to become aware of the symptoms of drug addiction so that they can seek help early.

    Mr Olakunle Babalola, a dedicated public health professional, said substance drugs remained a major challenge for many youths, stating that most ladies battle the issue while society keeps paying attention to the guys.

  • Friends, members celebrate James two years after demise

    Friends, members celebrate James two years after demise

    Friends, well-wishers and associates of the late founding General Overseer of El-Shaddai Covenant Ministries, Dr James O. James, have paid glowing tributes to his memories on the second anniversary of his death.

    James, a former lecturer at the Ahmadu Bello University (ABU) Kaduna, according to them, was an inspirational and selfless leader who affected destinies and families in no small way.

    They spoke at the second anniversary of his demise at the Lagos headquarters of the church with the theme ‘’No gree for drugs.’’  

    At the Founder’s Day 2024, they said James lived an exemplary and impactful life that will continue to change lives and families.

    His wife, Dr Temitayo James, said being married to him was the best thing that happened to her after salvation. According to her: ‘’He had a heart for God and the people. He lived with the mind set of making changes. He was an angel who did good all the days of his life.’’

    Bishop Dare Oshowo, his friend of over 40 years, said James was a committed servant of God who served his generations.

    He urged Christians to live one day at time, knowing God could call them home any day to render account.

    The founder of Fountain of Life Assembly said James, though dead, was still speaking through his impact and changed lives, saying living was not about acquisition but transforming people.

    Assistant General Overseer (South) of the Ministries, Dr Oyeleke Ajiboye, said his thriving business was a reflection of the teachings and mentorship of James, who he described as an inspirational father.

    He said the legacies of James would continue to reverberate for years to come, stating the transformed lives and destinies were testimonies of his commitment to the works of God.  

    To help tackle the scourge of drug abuse in society, the event held a panel session on the prevalence of the menace.

    Pastor Keji Hamilton, a former drug addict and band member of late Afrobeat singer, Fela Anikulapo, said drug addiction is a spiritual problem that requires the church to take decisive actions.

    The Director of House of Joy Rehabilitation Centre said the drug industry is a multi-billion venture that barons and sponsors would do anything to sustain. He said the church must be ready to take dismantle the strongholds spiritually.

    Dr Sunday Amosu said the society is sitting on a keg of gun power based on the prevalence of drug addictions, even in mission-based tertiary institutions.

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    He said many of them have students battling addiction that are desperately hidden away from the public. The psychiatrist said something must be done to assist youths break away from the destruction of drugs.

    Dr Abiodun Kawonise said it was important for parents to become aware of the symptoms of drug addiction so that they can seek help early.

    Mr Olakunle Babalola, a dedicated public health professional, said substance drugs remained a major challenge for many youths, stating that most ladies battle the issue while society keeps paying attention to the guys.

  • James: It’s not over for Nigeria

    General Overseer of Elshaddai Covenant Ministries Lagos Dr James O. James has declared Nigeria is not finished despite the parlous state of affairs in the country.

    He cautioned Nigerians against giving up on the country because “it is not over for us.”

    He spoke last week with reporters ahead of the Easter leadership conference of the church with the theme restore.

    The conference slated for March 29-April holds in the Lagos headquarters of the church.

    Reflecting on the massive relocation of Nigerians overseas for abroad in views of the socio-economic hardship in the land, James said: “Nigeria is not finished. America was worse than this during the Great Depression.

    “Israel was worse off. So, Nigeria will be restored I can assure people.”

    He admitted Nigeria has lost so much grounds, pointing out the nation was not what it used to be years ago.

    Yet, James said there were still massive opportunities for those who will not give up on the country.

    According to him: “It’s all up to us. We cannot give up in despair. Someone is not going to come from nowhere to save us. We are the ones that must deliver ourselves.”

    He wondered why Nigerians rush overseas when there are untapped potentials around them.

    Cautioning against the Andrew syndrome, he said: “We can still make it here. We shouldn’t give up on Nigeria because it is not beyond redemption. We cannot afford to be hopeless.”

    He said the panel discussion will focus on entrepreneurship opportunities in the agricultural chain and political participation as a means of possessing your possession, among others.

  • Walk the talk, James charges church leaders

    General Overseer of Glory Christian Ministry (GCM) Lagos, Pastor Iruofagha James, has charged church leaders to live what they preach so that they don’t make Christianity a laughing stock.

    Speaking at the closing session of the 25th anniversary of the church in Lagos, he said: “My charge to Christians has always been in the centrality of what I preach and that is practical and responsible Christianity.

    “The Bible calls us the salt and light of the world. When you accept to be a Christian, put all of your two feet in it, not one foot in and one in the church. When you do things like that you make Christianity a laughing stock.”

    He called on Christians not to compromise their standards but be committed to whatsoever they are doing.

    “It is one thing to be 25 years in existence as a church; it is another to build on what we have learnt within the 25 years of existence.

    “Now, things will be done quicker and better. We are going to teach our children to be better Christians, see themselves as leaders of tomorrow and walk in the way of God.”

    Expressing the joy of clocking 25 years in the ministry, James said: ”l feel proud and humbled, especially when one realises that such feat cannot be achieved by any human strength or endeavour and listening to the testimonies of people whose lives have been transformed makes me happy as these only can be done by God and not man.”

    Using the characteristics of Eagles, he admonished Christians to learn to face their challenges.

    God, he said, has given assurance He will not allow any crisis that can drown or overtake Christians.

    “Meaning if He allows any crisis to come our way, He knows we can handle it and such crisis will strengthen our faith, give us experience and build stamina in us with good Christian characters, so why run away from crisis?”

    He affirmed God teaches Christians to be pure, neat, blameless and clean, but there are reasons some people don’t place priority on these things.

  • James celebrates 30 years on pulpit

    The General Overseer of Glory Christian Ministries, Lagos, Pastor Iruofagha James, has donated items to the Ijeshatedo Police division as parts of activities marking his 30th anniversary in the ministry.

    The items, he said, will help to combat crimes within the neighbourhood and improve the morale of police officers serving in the division.

    Some of the items include a 6.5KVA generator set, 1.5 HP Split Unit AC, TV set, DSTV decoder with three months subscription, office refrigerator, laptops for the station officer and 20 bags of rice.

    The cleric also repaired two operating patrol vans for the division.

    Donating the items, James urged Christians to learn to live for others and give sacrificially.

    The DPO of the station, CSP Okoi Akpama, thanked James and Glory Christian Ministries for supporting and encouraging the police to combat crime in the society.

    He said: “We thank the church for believing in the Nigerian police through Ijeshatedo police station in their combat against crime in Ijeshatedo area and Lagos environ.

    “We will not relent in our effort to build on making our society crime free.”

    Akpam challenged other men of God and churches to emulate the gestures to make the society crime-free.

  • James, Latifu celebrates Aalesund’s win over Owello’s IK Start

    • Congratulates Oliseh on his Eagles’ appoin

    Three Nigerian players in the Norwegian league: Solomon Owello  IK Start, Leke James and Akeem Latifu both of Aalesund set aside time to unwind briefly after both clubs clashed in a Tippeligaen, matchday 18 tie last Sunday.

    Aalesund won the tie 2-0 with Aron Elis Thrandarson and Jo Nymo Matland second half strikes in the 53rd and 64th minutes of the encounter played at the Color Line Stadion.

    Speaking with SportingLife from his base, James said that he and other Nigerian stars had time off the pitch after the tie to speak about their families and to think about life after football.

    He also said Aalesund would strive to improve on their last result with IK Start when they tackle FK Haugesund this weekend in a Matchday 19 tie away from home.

    “We had nice time after the game and Owello was happy to unite with us. I am happy with the result and I am looking forward to our next match with FK Haugesund this weekend,” James told SportingLife.

    James’ team mate at Aalesund, Akeem Latifu was also happy to record another win for the club, which takes the team to 10th on the log with 22 points from 18 matches.

    Latifu charged his team mates never to get carried away with the result ahead of another tough encounter with FK Haugesund this weekend.

    The former Flying Eagles’ defender to FIFA U-20 World Cup in Canada in 2007 has also congratulated the new Super Eagles’ helmsman, Sunday Oliseh on his appointment as Nigeria’s senior national team head coach.

    He said he wishes Oliseh well at the helm of the Eagles as the team strive to qualify for both the AFCON 2017 and 2018 World Cup slated for Russia.

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  • James’ volley against Uruguay voted best goal of the W/Cup

    The Golden Boot recipient at Brazil 2014 has picked up another accolade, this time for his sublime effort in his country’s last-16 win over the Celeste

    James Rodriguez’s first strike in Colombia’s 2-0 World Cup win over Uruguay has been voted goal of the tournament, ahead of Robin van Persie’s headed equaliser for Netherlands in their 5-1 win over Spain.

    The Monaco star – who is expected to complete his €88 million move to Real Madrid this week – controlled a looped header from Juan Cuadrado with his chest before turning and volleying home via the underside of the crossbar from 20 yards out to give Jose Pekerman’s men the lead after 28 minutes of play.

    James doubled his tally with a tap-in from close range after the break to help Colombia to a quarter-final meeting with Brazil, which they would eventually lose 2-1.

    The 23-year-old was one of the undisputed stars of the tournament and netted six goals in five games to scoop up the Golden Boot award ahead of Germany forward Thomas Muller.

    James becomes the third successive South American winner of the goal of the World Cup award, which is organised by Fifa’s official website, with Argentina’s Maxi Rodriguez having triumphed in 2006 and Diego Forlan collecting the trophy four years later.

  • LeBron James returning to Cleveland

    LeBron James returning to Cleveland

    LeBron James has announced he will re-sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers, with whom he played his first seven NBA seasons.

    The NBA superstar and four-time league MVP announced Friday he would re-sign with his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers, doing so in a column on SI.com. In the piece, as told to Sports Illustrated’s Lee Jenkins, James wrote that an eventual return to the Cavaliers was always part of his plan.

    “I always believed that I’d return to Cleveland and finish my career there,” James wrote. “I just didn’t know when. After the season, free agency wasn’t even a thought. But I have two boys and my wife, Savannah, is pregnant with a girl. I started thinking about what it would be like to raise my family in my hometown. I looked at other teams, but I wasn’t going to leave Miami for anywhere except Cleveland. The more time passed, the more it felt right. This is what makes me happy.”

    James, 29, grew up just outside Cleveland in Akron, Ohio. He was drafted No. 1 overall by the Cavaliers out of high school in 2003, then spent seven seasons in Cleveland.

    The Cavaliers never advanced past the Eastern Conference finals during his time there, and James signed with the Miami Heat during the summer of 2010 (announcing his intentions in a widely criticized one-hour special “The Decision” on ESPN). Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert penned a now-infamous letter ripping James for the move and fans burned his Cavaliers jersey.

    However on Friday, James said he was ready to let bygones be bygones.

    “It was easy to say, ‘OK, I don’t want to deal with these people ever again,’” James wrote. “But then you think about the other side. What if I were a kid who looked up to an athlete, and that athlete made me want to do better in my own life, and then he left? How would I react? I’ve met with Dan, face-to-face, man-to-man. We’ve talked it out. Everybody makes mistakes. I’ve made mistakes as well. Who am I to hold a grudge?”

    LeBron James has announced he will re-sign with the Cleveland Cavaliers, with whom he played his first seven NBA seasons.

    The NBA superstar and four-time league MVP announced Friday he would re-sign with his hometown Cleveland Cavaliers, doing so in a column on SI.com. In the piece, as told to Sports Illustrated’s Lee Jenkins, James wrote that an eventual return to the Cavaliers was always part of his plan.

    “I always believed that I’d return to Cleveland and finish my career there,” James wrote. “I just didn’t know when. After the season, free agency wasn’t even a thought. But I have two boys and my wife, Savannah, is pregnant with a girl. I started thinking about what it would be like to raise my family in my hometown. I looked at other teams, but I wasn’t going to leave Miami for anywhere except Cleveland. The more time passed, the more it felt right. This is what makes me happy.”

    James, 29, grew up just outside Cleveland in Akron, Ohio. He was drafted No. 1 overall by the Cavaliers out of high school in 2003, then spent seven seasons in Cleveland.

    The Cavaliers never advanced past the Eastern Conference finals during his time there, and James signed with the Miami Heat during the summer of 2010 (announcing his intentions in a widely criticized one-hour special “The Decision” on ESPN). Cleveland Cavaliers owner Dan Gilbert penned a now-infamous letter ripping James for the move and fans burned his Cavaliers jersey.

    However on Friday, James said he was ready to let bygones be bygones.

    “It was easy to say, ‘OK, I don’t want to deal with these people ever again,’” James wrote. “But then you think about the other side. What if I were a kid who looked up to an athlete, and that athlete made me want to do better in my own life, and then he left? How would I react? I’ve met with Dan, face-to-face, man-to-man. We’ve talked it out. Everybody makes mistakes. I’ve made mistakes as well. Who am I to hold a grudge?”

     

  • Izon brothers release Iworiwo video

    Izon brothers release Iworiwo video

    THEY are like Peter and Paul of PSquare fame, but James and Michael Useghan are not twins; they are brothers that have music as a common gene. Recently, they released their musical video titled Iworiwo, which has received massive airplay on broadcast stations and has had so many views on Youtube.

    Because they are not twins, the duo of James and Michael Useghan are popularly called Izon by their fans and they are natives of Ondo State.

    Their kind of music, they say, is a fusion of traditional and contemporary music. According to the duo, “We want to revive the Nigerian music and that was why we did a remix of the late Rex Lawson’s song, Iworiwo. Growing up as kids, our dad used to wake us up by playing the music, so we decided to do the remix in order to bring back the fond memories of when men were boys and boys were in their mother’s womb.”

    Born in Ajegunle, the Izon brothers had this to say, “We grew up in Ajegunle but we were not influenced negatively and we came together to sing. Though it was a tedious thing growing up in the ghetto, we decided that we would not join but flee from them.

    Some people go into music in order for them to make money but we want to carve a niche for ourselves by singing evergreen songs that will make people to appreciate good music.

    “We have plans of going into collaboration with other musicians such as Tuface Idibia because it will be a combination of both Ijaw and Idoma music which will have tremendous impact on the Nigerian culture.”