Welcome To Sandra Spicy Blog: June 2025

Monday, June 30, 2025

“They are all I have got and all that matters” – Mercy Johnson-Okojie says as she shares lovely video of her family

Nollywood actress Mercy Johnson-Okojie is making her family a major priority.

The Emir of Kano, His Royal Highness Muhammadu Sanusi II, has expressed sadness over the deteriorating state of Nigeria’s economy, warning that every sector in the country is struggling.

Veteran Nollywood actor, Adebayo Salami, popularly known as Oga Bello, has revealed he deliberately chose to invest in his children’s education and upbringing rather than focus on acquiring properties.

Former Labour Party presidential candidate Peter Obi says he would honour any coalition agreement that requires him to serve a single term and hand over power to the North in 2031, emphasising that character and integrity mean more to him than holding office.

The Nigeria Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has ordered the immediate grounding of Rano Air aircraft 5N-BZY following an engine failure incident.

Gospel Singer Moses Bliss and Marie Bliss have shared photos and videos from their child's dedication.

Napoli have officially called up Nigerian striker Victor Osimhen to return for pre-season training ahead of the 2025/2026 Serie A campaign.

The Imo State Police Command has uncovered a massive child trafficking scheme, arrested a suspect, Ann Ngozi Enyenwa, and rescued 12 stolen children.

Veteran Nollywood actor Fatai Odua, popularly known as Lalude, has expressed deep disappointment and frustration over what he describes as neglect by the All Progressives Congress (APC) after campaigning vigorously for both President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Lagos State Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu during the last general election.

Ex husband of Stella Damasus, Daniel Ademinokan has denied a resurfaced 2023 interview about their divorce.

TOPIC: Purpose [30 Monday,June 2025]

MEMORISE: “For David, after he had served his own generation by the will of God, fell on sleep, and was laid unto his fathers, and saw corruption:” – Acts 13:36 (KJV)

Ruud van Nistelrooy leaves Leicester City by mutual consent after relegation from Premier League

Leicester City have confirmed the departure of Ruud van Nistelrooy as first team manager, ending months of speculation about his future following the club's relegation from the Premier League.

President Bola Tinubu has consented to restore Siminalayi Fubara, the suspended governor of Rivers State, provided that he refrains from running for reelection in 2027.

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Cristiano Ronaldo's new Al-Nassr contract is the most lucrative in sporting history, with his two-year deal worth £492million.

Nollywood actress Kate Henshaw has expressed worry about the potential exploitation of financially vulnerable women in surrogacy arrangements.

TOPIC – Under His Cover [27 Friday, June 2025]

MEMORISE: “He that dwelleth in the secret place of the most High shall abide under the shadow of the Almighty.” – Psalm 91:1 (KJV)

Pasuma fed my family for 3 years – Daddy Showkey

Nigerian music icon Daddy Showkey has shared that Fuji star Alabi Pasuma supported his family with food for three years.

He made the heartfelt revelation during a live performance at a celebrity event, where Pasuma joined him on stage.

In the now-viral video, Daddy Showkey recounted that Pasuma was the only friend who stood by him after he suffered an accident in 2007.

While recounting the ordeal, Daddy Showkey revealed that the near-fatal accident left him hospitalized for three years, during which Pasuma stepped in to take care of his family’s needs.

He described Pasuma as his only true friend in the entertainment industry, lamenting that many of his colleagues turned their backs on him, with some even refusing to offer help when he personally visited their homes seeking support.

His words …

“You see, this man, he stood by me during bad times and good times. Many people didn’t see me in public or sing for years because I had an accident in 2007. I was in the hospital for three years. Pasuma was the one taking care of my family. I can never forget him in my life.

“After I recovered, I visited others but they didn’t give me the opportunity to see them not to talk of helping. When I got to their houses they would tell me that they were not around even when they were inside the house.”

Zion breaks silence after BBNaija reunion clash with Chinwe

Ex-BBNaija housemate, Zion breaks his silence as he accuses Chinwe of broke-shaming him and cheating.

The National Drug Law Enforcement Agency, NDLEA, Abia State Command, has seized about 1.94 million kilogrammes of illicit drugs and arrested 222 suspects in one year.

The inspector-general of police (IGP), Kayode Egbetokun, has announced the arrest of 26 suspects in connection with the violent attack that occurred in Yelewata LGA of Benue state on June 13.

TOPIC – Fear God Alone (2) [ Wednesday, 25 June 2025]

MEMORISE: “Say ye not, A confederacy, to all them to whom this people shall say, A confederacy; neither fear ye their fear, nor be afraid. Sanctify the Lord of hosts himself; and let him be your fear, and let him be your dread.” – Isaiah 8:12-13 (KJV)

Nigeria ranks 3rd in Africa’s Military Strength Index 2025

Nigeria has been ranked as the third most powerful military force in Africa according to the 2025 Global Military Strength Index released by Global Firepower (GFP).

Former Nigerian international Austine Jay-Jay Okocha has advised Super Eagles striker Victor Osimhen to make a decision regarding his next career move that prioritises his personal and family interests.

The Nigerian National Petroleum Company (NNPC) Limited has increased the pump price of petrol to N915 per litre in Lagos and N945 per litre in Abuja.

Justin Bieber appears to be going through a rough patch—and fans are reading between the lines.

Troops from the 22nd Armoured Brigade, stationed at the Forward Operating Base in Patigi, Kwara State, have arrested eight suspected kidnappers and rescued two victims during a significant operation.

Former reality TV stars, Khafi and Gedoni have shared a rare photo of their family.

Gunmen intercepted a commercial bus along the Eke axis in the Okpokwu Local Government Area of Benue State, abducting an unspecified number of passengers on board.

After years of dissatisfaction with Nigeria's athletics authorities, Nigerian sprinter, Favour Ofili has formally left Nigeria to play for Turkey.

The Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) has elected Julius Bio, the president of Sierra Leone, as its chairman. He succeeds President Bola Tinubu, who served as the bloc's chair for the previous two years.

TOPIC – Achieving Dreams [23 Monday,June 2025]

MEMORISE: “I press toward the mark for the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.” – Philippians 3:14 (KJV)

READ: 2 Chronicles 15:7-9 (KJV) 7 Be ye strong therefore, and let not your hands be weak: for your work shall be rewarded.

8 And when Asa heard these words, and the prophecy of Oded the prophet, he took courage, and put away the abominable idols out of all the land of Judah and Benjamin, and out of the cities which he had taken from mount Ephraim, and renewed the altar of the Lord, that was before the porch of the Lord.

9 And he gathered all Judah and Benjamin, and the strangers with them out of Ephraim and Manasseh, and out of Simeon: for they fell to him out of Israel in abundance, when they saw that the Lord his God was with him.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 104-106

MESSAGE

On the same day I graduated from the University of Ife in 1967, the then Ooni of Ife, the traditional ruler of the city, was given an honorary doctorate degree. It was a very glorious occasion, and that day, I told my closest friend, “One day, I too will get an honorary doctorate degree from this university.”

He looked at me, laughed, and said, “If it’s possible to earn it by studying, I would agree with you because you’re intelligent, but you’re not qualified to be honoured. Honorary doctorate degrees are not given to every Tom, Dick, and Harry.” What he said appeared to be true at the time because I didn’t look like someone who could be given an honorary doctorate degree. My friend and I were so ordinary that we celebrated our graduation by eating amala and ponmo, a meal made from yam flour and dry cowhide, at a motorpark. Years passed, and one day, I got a letter from the university that the council had decided to award me an honorary doctorate degree.

There is no height you cannot reach if you remain close to God and work hard towards your goals. In Genesis 37:5-10, Joseph dreamt of himself as a great ruler. At that time, even his father didn’t consider him mature enough to work with his brothers to shepherd the family’s flock (Genesis 37:12-13).

Later on in life, he found himself as a slave, and he worked hard in that role while ensuring that he did not offend God (Genesis 39:9). Before long, he went from being a prisoner to becoming the Prime Minister of a country considered the world’s superpower at the time. In 1 Samuel, when Samuel went to anoint a king among the sons of Jesse, David was not even presented among his brothers initially. However, by 2 Samuel, he was already sitting on the throne as Israel’s king. Even when his life was threatened by Saul, he did not give up or lose his focus. Some people turn every little challenge into an excuse for not being able to achieve their goals.

Excuses are for failures; highflyers will use their challenges as fuel to reach their goals. Beloved, people who fulfil their purposes and dreams are single-minded in their pursuits. They refuse to be distracted by anything until they achieve the things they have conceived in their minds. Focus on your goals, work hard, and don’t give up. Trust in God, and He will help you to achieve your dreams.

PRAYER POINT Father, please help me to remain focused and connected to You as I work towards achieving the dreams You have put in my heart, in Jesus’ name.

Open Heavens 2025 Daily Devotional guide was written by Pastor E.A. Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, one of the largest evangelical church in the world and also the President of Christ the Redeemer’s Ministries.

Friday, June 20, 2025

‘We’re not friends’ – Lionel Messi reveals relationship with Ronaldo

Lionel Messi has provided a rare glimpse into his relationship with his arch-rival, Cristiano Ronaldo.

The leader of the Indigenous People of Biafra (IPOB), Nnamdi Kanu, on Thursday informed the Federal High Court in Abuja that he has no case to answer in the ongoing trial over alleged terrorism and treasonable felony.

The state of North Carolina has officially declared June 14, 2025, as ‘Igbo Day’ to honour the contributions of the Nigerian south-east community living in the state.

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele is urging Nigerians to speak up despite the world's loud attempts to keep them quiet.

At least 15 persons have been k!lled by unknown gunmen who invaded Bokkos and Mangu local government areas of Plateau State on Thursday, June 19.

Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has reacted after she was granted N50 million bail.

TOPIC – Don’t Try To Steal From God [20 Friday, June 2025]

MEMORISE: “I am the Lord: that is my name: and my glory will I not give to another, neither my praise to graven images.” – Isaiah 42:8 (KJV)

READ: Daniel 4:1-37 (KJV)

1 Nebuchadnezzar the king, unto all people, nations, and languages, that dwell in all the earth; Peace be multiplied unto you.

2 I thought it good to shew the signs and wonders that the high God hath wrought toward me.

3 How great are his signs! and how mighty are his wonders! his kingdom is an everlasting kingdom, and his dominion is from generation to generation.

4 I Nebuchadnezzar was at rest in mine house, and flourishing in my palace:

5 I saw a dream which made me afraid, and the thoughts upon my bed and the visions of my head troubled me.

6 Therefore made I a decree to bring in all the wise men of Babylon before me, that they might make known unto me the interpretation of the dream.

7 Then came in the magicians, the astrologers, the Chaldeans, and the soothsayers: and I told the dream before them; but they did not make known unto me the interpretation thereof.

8 But at the last Daniel came in before me, whose name was Belteshazzar, according to the name of my God, and in whom is the spirit of the holy gods: and before him I told the dream, saying,

9 O Belteshazzar, master of the magicians, because I know that the spirit of the holy gods is in thee, and no secret troubleth thee, tell me the visions of my dream that I have seen, and the interpretation thereof.

10 Thus were the visions of mine head in my bed; I saw, and behold a tree in the midst of the earth, and the height thereof was great.

11 The tree grew, and was strong, and the height thereof reached unto heaven, and the sight thereof to the end of all the earth:

12 The leaves thereof were fair, and the fruit thereof much, and in it was meat for all: the beasts of the field had shadow under it, and the fowls of the heaven dwelt in the boughs thereof, and all flesh was fed of it.

13 I saw in the visions of my head upon my bed, and, behold, a watcher and an holy one came down from heaven;

14 He cried aloud, and said thus, Hew down the tree, and cut off his branches, shake off his leaves, and scatter his fruit: let the beasts get away from under it, and the fowls from his branches:

15 Nevertheless leave the stump of his roots in the earth, even with a band of iron and brass, in the tender grass of the field; and let it be wet with the dew of heaven, and let his portion be with the beasts in the grass of the earth:

16 Let his heart be changed from man’s, and let a beast’s heart be given unto him; and let seven times pass over him.

17 This matter is by the decree of the watchers, and the demand by the word of the holy ones: to the intent that the living may know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will, and setteth up over it the basest of men.

18 This dream I king Nebuchadnezzar have seen. Now thou, O Belteshazzar, declare the interpretation thereof, forasmuch as all the wise men of my kingdom are not able to make known unto me the interpretation: but thou art able; for the spirit of the holy gods is in thee.

19 Then Daniel, whose name was Belteshazzar, was astonied for one hour, and his thoughts troubled him. The king spake, and said, Belteshazzar, let not the dream, or the interpretation thereof, trouble thee. Belteshazzar answered and said, My lord, the dream be to them that hate thee, and the interpretation thereof to thine enemies.

20 The tree that thou sawest, which grew, and was strong, whose height reached unto the heaven, and the sight thereof to all the earth;

21 Whose leaves were fair, and the fruit thereof much, and in it was meat for all; under which the beasts of the field dwelt, and upon whose branches the fowls of the heaven had their habitation:

22 It is thou, O king, that art grown and become strong: for thy greatness is grown, and reacheth unto heaven, and thy dominion to the end of the earth.

23 And whereas the king saw a watcher and an holy one coming down from heaven, and saying, Hew the tree down, and destroy it; yet leave the stump of the roots thereof in the earth, even with a band of iron and brass, in the tender grass of the field; and let it be wet with the dew of heaven, and let his portion be with the beasts of the field, till seven times pass over him;

24 This is the interpretation, O king, and this is the decree of the most High, which is come upon my lord the king:

25 That they shall drive thee from men, and thy dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field, and they shall make thee to eat grass as oxen, and they shall wet thee with the dew of heaven, and seven times shall pass over thee, till thou know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will.

26 And whereas they commanded to leave the stump of the tree roots; thy kingdom shall be sure unto thee, after that thou shalt have known that the heavens do rule.

27 Wherefore, O king, let my counsel be acceptable unto thee, and break off thy sins by righteousness, and thine iniquities by shewing mercy to the poor; if it may be a lengthening of thy tranquillity.

28 All this came upon the king Nebuchadnezzar.

29 At the end of twelve months he walked in the palace of the kingdom of Babylon.

30 The king spake, and said, Is not this great Babylon, that I have built for the house of the kingdom by the might of my power, and for the honour of my majesty?

31 While the word was in the king’s mouth, there fell a voice from heaven, saying, O king Nebuchadnezzar, to thee it is spoken; The kingdom is departed from thee.

32 And they shall drive thee from men, and thy dwelling shall be with the beasts of the field: they shall make thee to eat grass as oxen, and seven times shall pass over thee, until thou know that the most High ruleth in the kingdom of men, and giveth it to whomsoever he will.

33 The same hour was the thing fulfilled upon Nebuchadnezzar: and he was driven from men, and did eat grass as oxen, and his body was wet with the dew of heaven, till his hairs were grown like eagles’ feathers, and his nails like birds’ claws.

34 And at the end of the days I Nebuchadnezzar lifted up mine eyes unto heaven, and mine understanding returned unto me, and I blessed the most High, and I praised and honoured him that liveth for ever, whose dominion is an everlasting dominion, and his kingdom is from generation to generation:

35 And all the inhabitants of the earth are reputed as nothing: and he doeth according to his will in the army of heaven, and among the inhabitants of the earth: and none can stay his hand, or say unto him, What doest thou?

36 At the same time my reason returned unto me; and for the glory of my kingdom, mine honour and brightness returned unto me; and my counsellors and my lords sought unto me; and I was established in my kingdom, and excellent majesty was added unto me.

37 Now I Nebuchadnezzar praise and extol and honour the King of heaven, all whose works are truth, and his ways judgment: and those that walk in pride he is able to abase.

BIBLE IN ONE YEAR: Psalms 81-88

MESSAGE

Years ago, when my Father in the Lord was alive, he sent a pastor to start a parish in Osogbo (a town in Western Nigeria). The parish began to prosper, and the pastor felt that since he planted it, he could turn it into his own ministry. He removed the signboard of The Redeemed Christian Church of God and put that of his new ministry.

When Papa heard about it, he appealed to the pastor to retrace his steps, but he refused. He said, “What do you mean? I am the pastor here. I started the work. The people are my sheep.” Papa said, “But we ordained you, and sent you here to start the work in the name of The Redeemed Christian Church of God. More so, you are not their saviour.

The church belongs to the One who saved them. It is not yours or mine.” However, the pastor stubbornly insisted. Then, Papa said, “No problem, shall we pray?” As they prayed, a wind blew as if it was going to rain, and by the following morning, the pastor was covered in leprosy from head to toe. When the King of kings owns something, don’t take it as yours.

When you do, you are toying with fire. The pastor in the story I shared above thought he could take what belonged to God and go scot-free. When someone has exclusive rights to something, no other person can claim ownership of that thing. God has exclusive rights to the earth, its fullness and all its inhabitants (Psalm 24:1).

This means that He is in charge of the earth and oversees all that happens in it. In Luke 12:16-20, when the man that Jesus called the rich fool talked about his soul as if he owned it, he lost his life that same night. Just as God doesn’t share His ownership of the earth, He doesn’t share His glory. His glory belongs to Him, and anyone who tries to steal it from Him will get into big trouble.

When God does anything through you, be quick to return all the glory to Him because it does not belong to you. In today’s Bible reading, Nebuchadnezzar attempted to attribute God’s glory to himself, and he became a beast in the forest for seven years. God touched his heart and replaced it with a beast’s heart, and all his boasting stopped. Beloved, God is jealous about what belongs to Him;

REFLECTION Have you been taking God’s glory to yourself?

Thursday, June 19, 2025

Angry youths destroy President Tinubu’s 2027 campaign billboard in Kano state

A video of some youths in Kano state destroying President Tinubu' 2027 campaign billboard, has made the rounds on social media.

Troops involved in Operation Fasan Yanma have neutralised eight bandits in Katsina State.

Armed men have attacked the family home of the suspended senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, in Ihima, Okehi Local Government Area of Kogi State.

Nollywood actress Yetunde Barnabas has shared new photos with her footballer husband, Peter Olayinka, as they count down to their 4th wedding anniversary.

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC) has arrested a former Speaker of Plateau State House of Assembly, Moses Sule, alongside 14 former lawmakers.

TOPIC – Divine Restoration [19 Thursday, June 2025]

MEMORISE: “And I will restore to you the years that the locust hath eaten, the cankerworm, and the caterpiller, and the palmerworm, my great army which I sent among you.” – Joel 2:25 (KJV)

National Assembly transmits tax reform bills to Tinubu

The National Assembly has officially transmitted the much-anticipated tax reform bills to President Bola Ahmed Tinubu for assent.

Media personality Toke Makinwa has urged young people never to lower their standards when it comes to relationships.

The Federal Government is prepared to carry out emergency evacuation plans for its citizens stranded in Israel and Iran.

TOPIC – Words Can Heal [18 Wednesday, June 2025]

MEMORISE: “Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer every man.” – Colossians 4:6 (KJV)

EFCC arraigns ponzi scheme director for alleged N13.8 billion fraud in Port Harcourt

The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Port Harcourt Zonal Directorate, has arraigned Precious Williams over her alleged involvement in a fraud and money laundering scheme.

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