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Fr. Elijah Juma Wada abducted last week in Nigeria's Maiduguri Diocese/ Credit: Courtesy Photo

Prayer Appeal for Quick, Safe Release of Priest Kidnapped in Nigeria’s Maiduguri Diocese

Jul 6, 2021

Prayers are being sought in Nigeria’s Maiduguri Diocese for the speedy and safe release of Fr. Elijah Juma Wada who was abducted last week.

Msgr. Peter Nworie Chukwu appointed Bishop of Nigeria's Abakaliki/ Credit: Courtesy Photo

Pope Francis Appoints Bishop for Nigeria’s Abakaliki Diocese

Jul 6, 2021

Pope Francis has appointed Msgr. Peter Nworie Chukwu as the new Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Abakaliki in Nigeria.

Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama administers the Sacrament of Confirmation at Immaculate Heart of Mary Dabi Parish of Abuja Archdiocese/ Credit: Abuja Archdiocese/Facebook

Nigerian Youths Resort to Emigration after They “feel unappreciated at home”: Archbishop

Jul 5, 2021

Nigerian youths who have relocated to other countries have done so because they feel unappreciated in their native country, the Catholic Archbishop of Abuja has said. 

Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of Nigeria's Sokoto Diocese/ Credit: Courtesy Photo

“Church must remain moral light, guide” amid Fractured African Politics: Nigerian Bishop

Jul 5, 2021

The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto in Nigeria has, at a webinar, emphasized the need for Church leaders in Africa, to be the “the moral compass”, guiding politicians on morality amid fractured politics. 

Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama with members of the Association of Catholic Medical Practitioners of Nigeria (ACMPN)/ Credit: Archdiocese of Abuja/Facebook

Catholic Doctors in Nigeria Encouraged to “be part of the solution to the problem of pain”

Jul 4, 2021

The Catholic Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has encouraged members of the Association of Catholic Medical Practitioners of Nigeria (ACMPN) to take their profession as a vocation and be part of the solution to pain in society by being at humanity’s service.

Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama with Catholic communicators in Nigeria/ Credit: Archdiocese of Abuja/Facebook

“Strive to practice unifying journalism”: Nigerian Archbishop to Catholic Communicators

Jul 3, 2021

The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has challenged Catholic Directors for social communications in the West African nation to show authenticity and practice a journalism that contributes toward unity rather than division and conflict.

An invitation card to the 40th anniversary of the Priestly Ordination of Fr. Patrick Alumuku. Credit: Courtesy Photo

Nigerian Catholic Priest Recalls Beginnings of Four Decades of “very exciting” Ministry

Jul 2, 2021

A Nigerian Catholic Priest has, in an interview with ACI Africa, looked back at the beginnings of his Priestly ministry four decades ago, saying the decision to give his life to the service of God’s people has accorded him “very exciting” experiences.

A poster announcing the Thursday, July 2 webinar organized by Kukah Center (TKC)/ Credit: The Kukah Center (TKC)/Facebook

Clergy in Nigeria Capable of “coming up with intelligence systems”: Retired Army Officer

Jul 2, 2021

Members of the Clergy in Nigeria are capable of taking part in the addressing the challenge of insecurity in the West African nation by initiating “intelligence systems” and participating in “security awareness”, a retired army office has said.

Residents of Ogun State living as refugees in Pobe, Benin Republic, to escape the killing back at home in Southern Nigeria/ Credit: DHPI

Over 800,000 Displaced in Nigerian State as Catholic Charity Decries Silence on Crisis

Jun 30, 2021

Catholic peace and charity foundation, Denis Hurley Peace Institute (DHPI), has decried the continued silence on the growing crisis in the Eastern and Southern regions of Nigeria with reports indicating that over 800,000 people have already been displaced in one State of the region that is ravished by armed herdsmen.

Salesian missionaries in Nigeria have been able to train 15 girls in tailoring and give them self-employment starter kits/ Credit: Salesian Missions

Salesians Empowering Young Girls in Nigeria with Tailoring Skills, Starter Kits

Jun 30, 2021

Members of the Religious Institute of the Salesians of Don Bosco (SDB) serving in Nigeria are empowering young girls in the West African nation with skills in tailoring and starter kits, officials of the Religious Order have reported.

Late Bishop Albert Ayinde Fasina/ Credit: Courtesy Photo

Nigerian Catholic Bishop Known for Service to Mentally Challenged Persons Dies at 81

Jun 29, 2021

The Bishop emeritus of Nigeria’s Ijebu-Ode Diocese known for his care for people suffering from mental illness in the West African country has died at the age of 81.

Map of Nigeria where the Christian Association of the country has declared a day of prayer for an end to insecurity. Credit: Public domain

Christian Leaders in Nigeria’s Oyo State Declare Day of Prayer for End to Insecurity

Jun 29, 2021

Christian leaders ministering in Nigeria’s Oyo State have declared a day of prayer for an end to the rising cases of insecurity that include killings. 

Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Nigeris's Abuja Archdiocese/ Credit: Abuja Archdiocese

“Help heal trauma of poverty, psychological stress of insecurity”: Nigerian Archbishop

Jun 28, 2021

The Catholic Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has called upon authorities in the West African nation to help heal the trauma resulting from poverty and the psychological stress the people are facing as a result of insecurity.

Bishop David Ajang of Nigeria's Lafia Diocese. Credit: Courtesy Photo

“Be a father to all Church members”: Nuncio in Nigeria Advices Newly Ordained Bishop

Jun 25, 2021

The Pope’s Representative in Nigeria has advised the newly ordained Bishop of the country’s Lafia Diocese, David Ajang, to practice fatherly love in his episcopal ministry.   

Archbishop Ignatius Ayau Kaigama of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese. Credit: Archdiocese of Abuja/Facebook.

Nigerian Archbishop Seeks Government Partnership in Environmental Conservation

Jun 25, 2021

The Catholic Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has asked the federal government to collaborate with the Church to ensure that there is a clean and healthy environment in the West African country.

Logo of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN)/ Credit: Courtesy Photo

Nigeria’s Christian Leaders Warn of Looming Food Crisis amid “increasing insecurity”

Jun 18, 2021

Christian leaders in the West African nation of Nigeria are warning of a looming food crisis in the country due to what they are calling “increasing insecurity.”

Anthony Cardinal Olubunmi Okogie, Archbishop emeritus of Nigeria's Lagos Archdiocese. Credit: Courtesy Photo

Nigerian Cardinal Warns of Looming Anarchy, Urges Compatriots to Build United Country

Jun 16, 2021

A Nigerian Cardinal has warned of an imminent anarchy in Nigeria owing to security challenges and corruption that he says continues to bedevil the West African nation.

Bishop Godfrey Onah of Nigeria’s Nsukka Diocese/ Credit: Nsukka Diocese/Facebook

Catholic Bishop in Nigeria Cautions Priests, Religious against Operating Personal Projects

Jun 16, 2021

The Bishop of Nigeria’s Nsukka Diocese has cautioned Clerics, women and men Religious against owning and operating personal projects saying conflicts have often resulted from such engagement.

Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese. Credit: Abuja Archdiocese/Facebook

Nigerian Archbishop Cautions against “suppressing” Youth With “reasonable demands”

Jun 14, 2021

The Archbishop of Nigeria’s Abuja Archdiocese has cautioned the Federal Government against “suppressing” the voices of the youth protesting against bad governance and insecurity in the West African country.

Frontpage of the 1999 Constitution of the Federal Republic of Nigeria. Credit: Courtesy Photo

Nigeria’s Constitution Favors Muslims, Puts Christians “at disadvantage”: Catholic Bishops

Jun 11, 2021

Catholic Bishops in Nigeria have calling for a review of the 1999 Nigerian Constitution saying it favors Muslims, puts “Christians and adherents of other religions at a disadvantage,” and does not augur “well for the unity and progress of the country.”