Pope Leo XIV has condemned the recent spate of violent attacks across Nigeria, expressing deep sorrow over the loss of lives and urging authorities to take firm action to safeguard citizens. In a message posted on his X handle, the pontiff said he received news of the attacks with “sorrow and concern,” offering prayers for…
The Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Lagos State, and Chaplain of the Aso Rock Villa Chapel, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, has urged Nigerians to remain hopeful and optimistic about the country’s economic future, declaring that Nigeria is on the brink of a new dawn. In his Christmas message, Bishop Adegbite said recent developments…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has renewed his pledge to safeguard religious freedom across Nigeria, assuring citizens that his administration remains firmly committed to protecting people of all faiths from violence, discrimination, and persecution. In his 2025 Christmas goodwill message delivered on Wednesday, the President emphasized that national security, unity, and stability remain among the foremost…
Pope Leo XIV on Tuesday appealed for a global truce on Christmas Day, expressing deep sorrow over continued hostilities in conflict zones and lamenting reports that Russia had rejected calls for a temporary ceasefire. Speaking to reporters at his residence in Castel Gandolfo, near Rome, the Pope urged people of goodwill across the world to…
US President Donald Trump on Sunday renewed his threat of potential military action in Nigeria over what he described as the “mass killing of Christians”, shortly after the Nigerian presidency proposed diplomatic talks to ease tensions. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump was asked by an AFP correspondent whether his administration was considering deploying troops…
Saudi Arabia has launched the King Salman Gate project, a massive mixed-use development beside Mecca’s Grand Mosque, adding space for 900,000 worshippers along with residential, hospitality, and cultural facilities. Announced by the Saudi Press Agency, the project spans 12 million square meters and blends Mecca’s traditional architecture with modern infrastructure. It aims to enhance the…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has rejoiced with Muslims across Nigeria, particularly in Lagos, as they celebrate Eid-el-Adha, widely regarded as the Feast of Sacrifice by adherents of Islam. Governor Sanwo-Olu, in an Eid-el-Kabir message issued on Thursday by his Special Adviser on Media and Publicity, Mr Gboyega Akosile, urged Lagos residents and Nigerians…
Thick black smoke billowed Thursday from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel in a sign that cardinals again failed to elect a new head of the Catholic Church. Amidst the crowd of thousands of Catholics and curious tourists gathered in St. Peter’s Square, there was a mixture of applause and sighs when the results were…
Nigerian Vice President, Senator Kashim Shettima, said the administration of President Bola Tinubu is committed to ensuring the improvement of Hajj operations. He spoke during the National Hajj Stakeholders Summit organised by the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Hajj Institute of Nigeria (HIN) in collaboration with Jaiz Bank in Abuja. Represented by Bashir Maidugu,…
