Dave Akpaibor

24/07/2026

To ponder the words of Tom Cruise, the popular American actor, shortly before the 2026 FIFA World Cup final between Spain and Argentina.

Tom Cruise was on the pitch minutes before kick-off and had this to say to the president and billions of fans around the world...

🎤 "More than 30 days ago, 48 nations began a journey. They crossed oceans, they crossed borders, they crossed cultures, and together they showed us why this game belongs to the world.

"From every corner of the globe, we have witnessed greatness, and we have shared in moments of joy. Moments of hope. Moments we will never forget.

"Football is a language spoken without words. A force that unites people, that turns strangers into friends and reminds us of what we all have in common.

"Today, only two teams remain: España and Argentina!

"But these stories belong to each and every one of us. To every nation, to every player, to every supporter, to every volunteer, to every dream carried on the pitch.

"So as we gather for one final chapter, let us celebrate a tournament that brought the world together. Let us celebrate each other.

"This is football. This is human. And this... this is greatness." See less

21/07/2026

The words of Javier Hernández on who is a better player between CR7 vs. Messi. As for me I totally agree with Hernandez’s line of argument and I will always prefer CR7 anytime because, I align with his philosophy.

Read;
My mother-in-law asked me: 'Who is better, Messi or Cristiano Ronaldo?' And I replied: 'What is it that you admire the most?'

Messi is the representation of pure talent. Watching him play seems natural, as if the laws of physics didn't apply to him. He makes the impossible look simple. Clubs build systems around him, and that makes sense, because he is a talent that had never existed in history before. Messi represents the dream of being born with an extraordinary gift.

But Cristiano Ronaldo represents a different story. The story of someone who built himself. Someone who turned discipline into his greatest talent. Someone who changed countries, leagues, languages, and systems of play, and still remained elite. While Messi seems to improvise, Cristiano seems to have practiced every move thousands of times. While one transmits calm, the other transmits hunger. While one lets the game come to him, the other goes out to conquer it from the very first minute.

And that's why millions of us identify with Cristiano Ronaldo, because many of us weren't born being the best. We had to work twice as hard to achieve our dreams. Cristiano Ronaldo represents the one who swims against the current, the one who receives criticism, the one whose achievements are normalized and downplayed, and yet, keeps moving forward.

That's why I've always said that Messi is Superman and Cristiano Ronaldo is Batman. Superman was born with powers, Batman wasn't. Batman had to build himself with discipline, bravery, and courage until he became extraordinary.

And I believe that is the real debate: not who is better, but which story inspires you more. Both are admirable, and both inspire so much. The one about being born with a gift, or the one that proves that with discipline you can change your destiny. Because in the end, we admire Messi for being a creature from another planet, but many of us admire Cristiano Ronaldo because he is a monster of willpower that forces us to look in the mirror and makes us feel capable of breaking any limit."

📲Javier Hernández via Instagram

04/07/2026

*DAY 1 MID-YEAR RETREAT: "GOD IS ABLE"*

During *Day 1* of the *Holy Cross Catholic Church, Gwarinpa II, Abuja Mid-Year Retreat*, the *Retreat Moderator, Rev. Fr. Capt. Richmond Diala*, began by reflecting on the retreat theme:
*"GOD IS ABLE."*

In his teaching, he reminded the faithful that two Sundays ago, the Lord's message to the Church was:
*"Do not be afraid."*

He acknowledged that fear is a reality many people struggle with.
*"Many of us are afraid for different reasons, but the Lord is saying to us today: Do not be afraid. I am Able."*

Drawing from *Ephesians 3:20*, Rev. Fr. Capt. Richmond Diala emphasized the limitless power of God.

He explained that God is not only able to answer our prayers, but is able to *do far more than we can ever ask, think, or imagine*.

He encouraged the faithful to place their fears, worries, and uncertainties before God, trusting completely in His *infinite power and unfailing love*.

13/06/2026

Holy Mass @ Holy Cross Catholic Church Gwarinpa

07/06/2026

One step at a time! I’m blessed

29/05/2026

17/05/2026

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