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Catholic Church in Nigeria
Catholic Archbishop in Nigeria Defends Decision to Accept Government Award amid Criticism
The Catholic Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has responded to those criticizing his decision to receive the state commendation for his “loyalty and patriotism to the country”, noting that the award was bestowed upon him by Nigerians who have trust in him and not the country’s President.
Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Lauds Muslim for Donating to Catholic Health Facility
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Oyo in Nigeria has lauded a Muslim man in the country for donating an operating theatre to a hospital run by the Diocese, noting that the West African country needs more similar gestures of interfaith collaboration.
Pope Francis Concerned about “violent rains” in Nigeria, in Solidarity with Flood Victims
Pope Francis has expressed his thoughtfulness about the ongoing “violent rains” in Nigeria and said he is in solidarity with those affected by the ensuing floods.
Embrace Servant Leadership and “a lot will change”: Cardinal to Nigerian Political Actors
There is need for political actors in Nigeria to adopt servant leadership as lived by Jesus Christ, John Cardinal Onaiyekan of Nigeria has said.
Set Up “Presidential Flood Relief Committee” for Flood Victims: Nigeria’s Church Leaders
Christian leaders in Nigeria have called on the Federal government to create a “Presidential Flood Relief Committee” towards the support of victims of destructive floods in various States of the West Africa nation.
Caritas Nigeria Faults Reintroduced National Water Bill, Says Has “far reaching effects”
Members of Caritas Nigeria have faulted the reintroduction of the controversial National Water Resources Bill, saying the proposed law has “far reaching effects” on citizens of the West African nation.
Let’s Unite in Search of Solutions amid “so many challenges”: Archbishop to Nigerians
The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has emphasized the need for the people of God in the West Africa nation to unite in search of solutions to the “so many challenges” in the country.
Those Behind Nigeria’s Mismanaged Economy Now Using “hunger as weapon”: Christian Leaders
Persons behind the “mismanaged” economy of Nigeria are now “using hunger as a weapon” ahead of the the country’s general elections scheduled for February 2023,” Christian leaders in over a dozen States of the West African country have said.
I’m Going to the Monastery “under priestly obedience”: Controversial Nigerian Priest
The controversial Nigerian Priest who has been asked to go on a month-long spiritual retreat in Nigeria’s Enugu Diocese has said he is undertaking the journey in line with his vow of obedience as a Catholic Priest, to his Local Ordinary, Bishop Callistus Onaga, and to the Catholic Church.
Let’s Work Towards Changing the “bad name” of Politics in Nigeria: Cardinal
There is need to work towards changing the negative perception around politics in Nigeria as “a game for rogues, thieves and liars” to being perceived as “a noble task”, John Cardinal Onaiyekan has said.
Prioritize “faith commitment” Over Fundraising Drives: Nigerian Priest to Church Leaders
There is need to prioritize commitment to Christian faith over fundraising initiatives in the Catholic Church in Nigeria, a Catholic Priest in the West African nation has said.
Nigerian Catholic Bishop Cautions Politicians against Exploiting People’s “weaknesses”
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto in Nigeria has cautioned politicians against luring the electorate ahead of the country’s February 2023 general elections, saying political candidates “must not exploit weaknesses of our people”.
“Nigerians deserve a new burst of hope”: Bishop in Independence Anniversary Message
There is need for Nigerians to experience “a new burst of hope” as their country marks 62 years of independence on Saturday, October 1, a Catholic Bishop in the West African nation has said.
“Do not vote for tribal cause, empty promises”: Christian Leaders in Nigeria to Electorate
The leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the country’s Oyo State has cautioned the electorate against voting on the basis of their tribal affiliations.
Catholic Bishop Appeals for Prayers after 29 Killed in September Attacks in Nigerian State
A total of 29 people were killed in separate attacks between September 1 and 25 in various parts served by the Catholic Dioceses of Makurdi and Katsina Ala in Nigeria’s Benue State, a recent report has indicated.
Catholic Entity Urges Nigeria to “address root causes of violence, protect all people”
The leadership of the International Catholic Migration Commission (ICMC) has appealed to Nigeria’s government to offer protection to the people of God in the West African nation and work towards addressing “the root cause of violence”.
Belgian Bishops Made “an error” in Same-sex Unions Liturgy: Nigerian Cardinal at Vatican
Catholic Bishops in Belgium made “an error” in introducing the blessing ceremonies for same-sex couples, Vatican-based Nigerian Catholic Church leader, Francis Cardinal Arinze, has said.
Let’s Pray for Government Leadership in Nigeria Despite Limitations: Catholic Archbishop
There is need to heed to the appeal that St. Paul makes in his Letter to Timothy to pray for those in leadership, applying this to Nigeria where those at the helm of the government have not met citizens’ expectations, a Catholic Archbishop in the West African nation has said.
Nigerian Priest Decries Embedded “structures of injustice, imbalance” as Threats to Peace
The deeply rooted “structures of injustice and imbalance” in Nigeria over the centuries are the primary hindrances to peaceful coexistence among the people of God in the West African nation, a Catholic Priest in the country has said.
Nigeria’ s Catholic Lawyers Urged to Embrace Church Teachings in Addressing Challenges
The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Lagos Archdiocese has lauded Catholic lawyers in the country for their interventions in various matters of the West African nation, and urged them to arm themselves more with the social teachings of the Church as they seek to address challenges facing the country.
