By Philomina Attah The Caritas Nigeria, a leading humanitarian and development arm of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), has expressed its commitment to serving the poor and vulnerable children. The organisation appealed to Nigerians to support its work, stressing the need for Nigerians to partner with its initiativesContinue Reading
Saudi Arabia’s top religious cleric, the Grand Mufti Abdulaziz al-Sheikh, has passed on at the age of 82. The Royal Court announced his death on Tuesday, marking the end of an era in Saudi Arabia’s religious leadership. He served as the Kingdom’s Grand Mufti since 1999. “The Kingdom and theContinue Reading
By Victor Okoye Gospel singer Lily Perez on Thursday ministered in music at the Commonwealth of Zion Assembly (COZA), Abuja, delivering soul-lifting sessions of praise and worship. The service drew hundreds of worshippers, who sang along as Perez performed several of her original tracks, including ‘Eyin Nikan’, ‘Amazing God’, andContinue Reading
By Raji Rasak Dr Daud Awwal, a Nigerian Scholar and author of 4-in-1 Qur’aan, said the Qur’aan bridges the gap between diverse cultures, language and faith tradition, and interfaith dialogue. Awwal, recognised as author of the year 2025 by the International Impact Book Award, disclosed this in an interviewContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo The Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) has described Vice-President Kashim Shettima as the most pilgrimage-friendly Vice-President in the history of Nigeria. The Executive Secretary of NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, made this known in his congratulatory message on behalf of the board and the commission to Shettima asContinue Reading
By Hilary Akalugwu Some residents of Nsukka, in Nsukka Local Government Area of Enugu State, have expressed mixed feelings over the death of Bishop Francis Okobo, Bishop Emeritus. Okobo, the first bishop of Nsukka Catholic Diocese, died on Friday, Aug. 29, at Niger Foundation Hospital, Enugu, at the age ofContinue Reading
By Diana Omueza Koinonia Global, a faith-based organisation, has lauded Apostle Joshua Selman, founder of Eternity Network International (ENI), saying his teachings and ministry continue to shape many lives across nations. Mr David Abakpa, the Head, Media Consultant of Koinonia Global, said this in an interview with the News AgencyContinue Reading
By Angela Atabo Prison Fellowship Nigeria (PFN) has advocated the adoption of restorative justice as a critical solution to decongest correctional centres across the country. Dr Jacob Tsado, Executive Director of PFN, a Christian Non-governmental Organisation, made the call at the opening of the Fellowship’s 2025 Prayer Week in Abuja.Continue Reading
By Philomina Attah Archbishop Daniel Okoh, President, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), has described Rev. Williams Okoye, as “a true servant of God whose humility and service remain exemplary”. Okoye is the Founder and General Overseer of the All Christians Fellowship Mission (ACFM). Okoh, in a goodwill message at theContinue Reading
By Deji Abdulwahab The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) and State Pilgrims’ Welfare Boards on Thursday agreed on a deposit of N8.5 million as the provisional fare for the 2026 Hajj pending final negotiations on all service contracts. The Chairman/CEO of NAHCON, Prof. Abdullahi Usman, disclosed this in aContinue Reading
