‘He's smashed up the classroom’ How I got help for my disruptive son

Cruz isn't like his three siblings.

He's rebellious, violent and struggles to make friends.

His mum Shelley's discipline isn't working.

Cruz is at risk of being excluded from school.

Shelley is at her wits' end, but believes he can change.

Can he get the help he needs?

The phone rings. Shelley knows who it is before she answers it.
Embarrassed, she leaves her desk and walks into the kitchen so that none of her colleagues can hear.
“You need to come and get him. We can't control him, you have to come now,” says an all-too-familiar voice.
It's March 2017 and Shelley's eight-year-old son Cruz has been playing up at school - again.
He's only in Year 3 but his behaviour has been a problem for years.

The secret in my blood

At the age of eight, Matt was given blood products contaminated with HIV. When he found out, he couldn't tell a soul.

Matt Merry can’t recall the exact words his mother used to tell him he was HIV-positive. He just remembers not knowing how to react, not at first, not in front of his mum. She had sat him down at a table in the back room of their home in Rugby to break the news. Matt was 12 years
old.
He’d had the virus for four years, his mum explained. An injection he’d received to treat haemophilia, the bleeding disorder he was affected by, had been contaminated with it. This was 1986, at the height of the Aids epidemic, and an HIV diagnosis was perceived as a death sentence.
After the first signs of infection started to show, he would probably have two years to live, the doctors told his parents.

That night, as Matt lay in bed with the lights out, the numbness he'd felt all day began to ebb away. The enormity of what he'd learned finally started to dawn on him. All he knew of HIV and Aids was TV footage of skeletal-looking young men, their bodies covered in sores, wasting away in hospital

The secret in my blood

At the age of eight, Matt was given blood products contaminated with HIV. When he found out, he couldn't tell a soul.

Matt Merry can’t recall the exact words his mother used to tell him he was HIV-positive. He just remembers not knowing how to react, not at first, not in front of his mum. She had sat him down at a table in the back room of their home in Rugby to break the news. Matt was 12 years
old.
He’d had the virus for four years, his mum explained. An injection he’d received to treat haemophilia, the bleeding disorder he was affected by, had been contaminated with it. This was 1986, at the height of the Aids epidemic, and an HIV diagnosis was perceived as a death sentence.
After the first signs of infection started to show, he would probably have two years to live, the doctors told his parents.

That night, as Matt lay in bed with the lights out, the numbness he'd felt all day began to ebb away. The enormity of what he'd learned finally started to dawn on him. All he knew of HIV and Aids was TV footage of skeletal-looking young men, their bodies covered in sores, wasting away in hospital

Singer, Aramide glows in orange as she releases new music video’ Magic’

Talented music singer, Aramide has just released the music video of her latest single titled ‘Magic’.

Before now, she has been posting series of lovely photos on social media as part of her activities to publicize her latest work.
In the photos, the singer glowed beautifully in orange as she enjoyed the fun of being the center of attention.
The ‘Magic’ music video was shot by Bashyr Afeez.
See Aramide’s lovely photos below:

Iara Oshiomole, wife of ex-governor of Edo state becomes bonafide citizen of Nigeria

Iara Oshiomole, wife of ex-governor of Edo state becomes bonafide citizen of Nigeria



Iara Oshiomole, wife of ex-governor of Edo, Adams Oshiomole‎, is now a bonafide citizen of the country, as her application for citizenship has been granted by the Nigerian Government.

Mrs Oshiomole, who hails from Cape Verde, was one of 335 foreign nationals, who were granted citizenship after statutory clearance and due diligence by the relevant security agencies this week.
The certificates of citizenship was presented by the Minister of interior, Abdulrahman Dambazau to the new

2019: I am not sure there will be an election, even Nigeria may not live – Adeboye

Nigeria may break up if killings continue By Sam Eyoboka & Olayinka Latona THE General Overseer
 of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye on Friday warned the current Nigerian government to urgently end the unending orgy sectarian killings in different parts of the country, stressing that Nigeria as it is presently constituted may cease to exist if the murderous attacks continue. Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer, Redeemed Christian Church of God Adeboye, who made the

2019: Buhari has given youths unprecedented sense of belonging – Group Read more at: https://www.vanguardngr.com/2018/07/2019-buhari-has-given-youths-unprecedented-sense-of-belonging-group/

Lokoja – Door-to-Door Movement, a political movement promoting the re-election of President Muhammadu Buhari, has said the general acceptance of the president by youths across the country would ensure his victory in 2019. Dr Paul Ebije, the Director-General of the group, said this at a news conference on Tuesday in Lokoja. Ebije said that Buhari’s landmark achievements in the fight against corruption, insurgency, infrastructural development and revolution in the agricultural sector had endeared him to the heart of Nigerian youths. He said that the president had given the youth unprecedented sense of belonging and empowerment under the All Progressives Congress (APC)-led administration. “President Buhari has given us, the youths, a renewed hope in Nigeria, hence our resolve to

Woman charged with beating housekeeper to pulp

Woman charged with beating housekeeper to pulp

Ikeja – A 25-year-old woman, Amaka Oranwe, who allegedly beat her teenage housemaid to pulp, on Tuesday appeared before in an Ikeja Chief Magistrates’ Court. Oranwe, who resides at 26, Anipele St., Mushin, Lagos, is facing a two-count charge of assault and assault occasioning harm. She,

however, pleaded not guilty to the charge. The prosecutor, Insp. Benson Emuerhi, said that the woman beat her 13-year-old housekeeper, Ifesinachi Ibekwe, to pulp and wounded his hands with a knife. Emuerhi told the court that the accused committed the offences on July 3 at her residence. “The victim was brought to Lagos to work as a housemaid at the accused’s house. “Oranwe usually beats the housekeeper and inflicts injuries on him whenever he does something wrong in the house. “The woman again beat him up to pulp and inflicted injuries on his hands for not waking up in time to do house chores,’’ Emuerhi said. According to him, the accused was arrested by the police following a tip-off. The offences contravened Sections 171 and 173 of the Criminal Law of Lagos State, 2015. The Chief Magistrate, Mrs O. Sule-Amzat, granted the accused N20, 000 bail with two sureties in like sum. The magistrate ordered that the sureties should be gainfully employed, have property in Lagos State, and possess evidence of two years’ tax payment to the state government. Amzat adjourned the case until Nov. 22 for hearing. (NAN)



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Tim Godfrey, Travis Greene others headline African Praise Experience

Tim Godfrey, Travis Greene others headline African Praise Experience On July 31, 20185:53 pmIn News0 Comments INTERNATIONAL and local artistes serenaded the heavens with sounds and ethnic rhythms at the African Praise Experience, TAPE, held last Friday. The night started early as

worshippers trooped in their numbers to the Rock Cathedral to secure choice seats. The programme started with prayers for the smooth flow of the evening and also for Nigeria. There were performances by top gospel acts like Sammie Okposo, Onos, Frank Edwards, Chioma Jesus, Midnight Crew, Ada, Eben, Bukola and the Lagos Metropolitan Gospel Choir (LMGC). Convener of T.A.P.E and the Metropolitan Senior Pastor of House on the Rock, Paul Adefarasin spoke on the topic: The Miracle on the Blind Side, stating that the blessings of God come when least expected. He admonished congregants to fight for joy in God and live exemplary lives. The program also featured energetic and adrenaline-filled segment, FEARLESS in Concert, headlined by the Tim Godfrey and the Xtreme crew; with award-winning American Singer, Travis Greene also performing. The ‘Agidigba’ crooner was in his elements as he ministered two brand new songs in his forthcoming album. Travis Greene was super excited to meet his “West African in-laws.” He thereafter ushered the audience into another wave of glory.

Ortom’s impeachment: Buhari won’t be part of unconstitutional act – Presidency

By Johnbosco Agbakwuru ABUJA – THE Presidency on Tuesday exenorated President Muhammadu Buhari from the impeachment notice served to Governor Samuel Ortom of Benue State by eight out of 30 members of the Benue State House of Assembly. Buhari-Ortom The presidency described as paranoia allegations by some persons that President Buhari was behind the impeachment saga in the state, adding that the President will not interfere in a state matter that involves the executive and legislature. A statement signed

Maxine Waters Claims She Was Sent by God to Stop Trump: ‘Jesus, Lord!’

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Rep. Maxine Waters (D-Calif.) is on a political mission, and she is confident God has got her back.
Standing behind the behemoth pulpit at First AME Church in Los Angeles, the progressive lawmaker conflated partisanship and religion, declaring she has been sent by God to take on President Donald Trump and his allies.
“I have no fear. I’m in this fight. I know that there are those who are talking about censuring me, talking about kicking me out of Congress, talking about shooting me, talking about hanging me,” Waters told congregants Sunday. “All I have to say is this: If you shoot me, you better shoot straight. There’s nothing like a wounded animal.” Click Read More to watch the Video

Wynter Pitts, Christian Author, Dies Suddenly

Wynter Evans Pitts, a Christian author, niece of famed Pastor Dr. Tony Evans and mother of actress Alena Pitts, died suddenly July 24. She was 38.

Pitts, a Baltimore native, was also the sister of

'We Stand With Israel': Nikki Haley Cites Her Faith in Jesus as Reason for Support of Israel

United Nations Ambassador Nikki Haley delivered the keynote address before an audience of thousands at the Christians United for Israel Summit in DC Monday night.
The crowd honored Haley with a standing ovation as CUFI founder Pastor John Hagee presented her with the Defender of Israel Award.
"Each year the leadership of CUFI elects the one person in America that we feel has done the most to defend and protect Israel. We are delighted and highly honored to present this award to Ambassador Haley," Hagee said as he gave her a golden plaque.

Pastor Chris Oyakhilome Has A Warning Message For Nigerian Comedians

General overseer of Believers Love World (Christ Embassy International), Pastor Chris Oyakhilome, has issued a message of caution to comedians regarding using pastors as elements of jokes.
Oyakhilome, who made this known over the weekend during a church gathering which takes place every first

Presidency, NASS reread three years of unruly ‘marriage’

President Muhammadu Buhari and Senate President, Bukola Saraki

Nigeria’s major opposition party, Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), yesterday, recorded another victory over the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC). It was a day that reminded citizens of similar developments that took place at the National Assembly three years ago.

Just as it happened on June 9, 2015, some lawmakers loyal to the APC leadership congregated in Nicon

Irregularities in Ekiti election

CONCRETE proof that elections in the country still fall short of global standards has been re-established. With the world watching, the governorship election of July 14 in Ekiti State was marred by a series of security lapses.

CONCRETE proof that elections

Saraki escapes police siege, arrives National Assembly

Saraki making his way to the senate chamber

The President of the Senate Dr Bukola Saraki has arrived the National Assembly Complex where he is set to preside over Tuesday’s plenary.

Saraki whose convoy was blocked by security operatives on his way from his Maitama residence, has been sighted in the National Assembly where the plenary of the Senate is about to commence.

Oshiomhole blasts APC defectors, says they are mercenaries

Adams Oshiomhole, APC National Chairman

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Congress (APC), Comrade Adams Oshiomhole has told  

former members who switched to the Peoples Democratic Party Tuesday

Police Suggest Saraki Stage-Managed Early-Morning Siege To His House

However, the Police has denied laying siege to Saraki’s residence. Instead, it said the men spotted at the residence were those attached to him and his residence.

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The Nigeria Police Force (NPF) has denied sending a detachment of its men to the residence of Bukola Saraki, the Senate President.
A detachment of security operatives had blocked Saraki’s convoy at his Apo residence with a view to

I dreamed I search heaven for you

A Story about an individual searching for the loved one’s in heaven, Friend , won’t you prepare to meet up with the Lord Jesus Christ. Sing along with the lyrics and be bless.

https://youtu.be/r9w1H9RZm2o 

Vs 1
I dreamed I had gone to that city

That city where never comes night
And I saw the bright angels in glory
I saw the fair mansions of light