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Catholic Church in Nigeria
Israel-Palestine War Undermining “pursuit of global peace”: Nigeria’s Christian leaders
Christian leaders in Nigeria are concerned about the ongoing Israeli-Palestinian violent conflict saying it is weakening the push towards global peace.
These are “our priority” Issues at Ongoing Synod in Rome: African Delegate
Four issues affecting the Church in Africa stand out at the ongoing Synod on Synodality conversations. These are the issues that those representing the African continent at the Bishops’ meeting in Rome are focusing on.
Prayer Appeal for “safe release” of 3 Nuns, Seminarian Abducted from Nigerian Diocese
Prayers are being sought for the “safe release” of three Catholic Nuns, a Seminarian and a driver reportedly abducted from Nigeria’s Abakaliki Diocese.
“The streets are quiet”: Catholic Bishop on Nigeria’s Dull Independence Day
There was little celebration in Nigeria as the West African country turned 63 as an independent nation on Monday, October 1.
Youth in Nigerian Archdiocese Eradicating Plastic Pollution to Mitigate Climate Change
Members of the Catholic Youth Organisation of Nigeria (CYON) of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja are realizing a sensitization walk to draw the attention of the public about the need to eradicate plastic pollution in the environment in view of mitigating the effect of climate change.
Church in Nigeria Opens Door for Testimonies to Start Canonization Cause of Murdered Teen
A movement seeking to promote the awareness of the life of Vivian Ogu, a 14-year-old Nigerian girl who opted to be killed rather than be sexually defiled is calling for testimonies to state the cause for her canonization.
“Demonic”: Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Condemns Laity’s “blessing”, Distribution of Water
The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Katsina-Ala in Nigeria has warned of the rise of “self-ordained men and women” allegedly “blessing” water and giving it out to others, who are in search of spiritual favors.
Suspects in Killing of Seminarian in Razed Nigerian Catholic Parish Rectory Arrested
Security officials in Nigeria’s Plateau State have reportedly arrested eight suspects involved in crime, among them, those who set on fire the Catholic Parish rectory in Nigeria’s Kafanchan Diocese that resulted in the death of a Seminarian.
Give Youth Chance to “showcase innovative capabilities”: Priest in Nigeria to Government
A Catholic Priest ministering in Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has called on the government to give youth in the West African nation the opportunity to hold leadership positions so they can exhibit their respective “innovative capabilities”.
Christian Leaders in Nigeria Urge Government to Address Economic Challenges
Christian leaders in Nigeria are calling on the federal government to address the "pressing" economic challenges and insecurity in the nation.
Nigerian Police Commissioner Seeking Ties with Religious Leaders to Address Insecurity
The new Police Commissioner of Nigeria’s Kaduna State is seeking to strengthen the relationship between the Police and religious leaders as a “strategy” to address insecurity in the State.
Murdered Seminarian’s Colleagues in Nigeria Named Religious Freedom Award Recipients
Two Nigerian Seminarians who survived the 2020 kidnapping in which their companion Michael Nnadi was killed have been named recipients of the 2023 Religious Freedom Award organized by the Pontifical and charity foundation, Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) International.
Eid-ul-Maulud: Nigeria’s Christian Leaders Urge “mutual respect” amid Religious Diversity
On the occasion of Eid-ul-Maulud, the Muslim celebration that marks the birth of Prophet Mohammed, Christian leaders in Nigeria are calling for the fostering of “mutual respect” in the West African nation that they say is characterized by religious diversity.
Human Rights Activists Challenge UN to Investigate Jihadist Killings in Nigerian Region
Activists at the International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) are calling on the United Nations (UN) to intervene in insecurity in Southeastern Nigeria by investigating those behind Jihadist killings targeting Christians in the region.
Salesians Empower Youth in “digital skills for employment" Initiative in Nigerian Centre
The Salesian Centre in Ibadan, Nigeria, has received equipment to help equip youths with digital skills in an initiative that seeks to address youth unemployment described as “digital skills for employment”.
Curbing Insecurity Requires “proactive measures”: Christian Leaders in Nigerian State
Members of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Nigeria’s Taraba State have challenged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu-led government to spearhead “proactive measures” to curb insecurity in the West African nation and its States.
Catholic Researcher in Nigeria Reacts to Video of Soldiers Aiding Transit of Bandits
A viral video of soldiers suspected to be aiding a smooth transit of bandits in a Nigerian State has attracted criticism, with a Catholic researcher in the West African country expressing doubt that authorities will bring the alleged soldiers to book.
Abducted Catholic Priest in Nigeria Released, Diocese “grateful”
The Catholic Diocese of Enugu in Nigeria has expressed gratitude to God and the faithful following the release of Fr. Marcellinus Obioma Okide, who had been abducted on September 17.
Silver Jubilee: Priest in Nigeria Lauded for “ability to embrace all without prejudice”
Fr. Peter Hassan, a member of the Clergy of Nigeria’s Jalingo Diocese, has been lauded for his ability to “transcend narrow ethnic boundaries”, embracing “all without prejudice, jealousy, or hatred” in his 25 years of Priestly ministry.
New Priests in Nigeria Urged to Prepare Homilies “diligently”, Preach Jesus, Not to Curse
The 11 newly ordained Priests for the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos in Nigeria have been urged to pay keen attention to their life as ministers of the word of God and the Eucharist, preparing their homilies with diligence.
