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Group Commences Interfaith Dialogue Ahead of Elections
Leaders of Nigerian Inter-Faith Action Association (NIFAA), in Karu Local Government Area of Nasarawa State have on Thursday, commenced a two-day inter-religious dialogue ahead of the 2019 polls. According to reports the dialogue was organized by the Esu Karu, Luka Panya Baba, in form of a peace campaign and education to promote interfaith in the … Continue reading
Report: African Churches are Booming in London’s Backstreets
A new report from international news agency, Reuters, details how African churches are making waves in downtown London. The report, published today, describes the scene of prayer and worship that is very evident across the churches visited by reporters. In one church, the report describes a “sparse formerly industrial building, its interior brightened by touches … Continue reading
Onnoghen: Christian Elders Allege Islamic Agenda over Removal of former CJN
Christian elders in Nigeria have raised alarm over a perceived Islamic agenda in the country. This is a reaction to the recent suspension of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen and appointment of Justice Tanko Muhammad as acting CJN. The National Christian Elders Forum who made known their stand in a statement released on … Continue reading
Popular Gospel Evangelist Funmi Aragbaye Loses Spouse
Popular gospel artiste and National President of the Gospel Musicians’ Association of Nigeria (GOMAN), Evangelist Funmi Aragbaye has lost her husband, Elder Bola Aragbaye. The deceased died at the University College Hospital (UCH), Ibadan, Oyo state at about 2:30pm on Tuesday after a brief ailment. The family spokesman, Felix Olasoji, announced Aragbaye’s death in … Continue reading
Zimbabwe bishops collect data on human rights abuses
The Zimbabwe bishops’ justice and peace commission is collecting information on violence and human rights abuses in dioceses across the country. This is coming even as violence continues to pervade the country, with reports of human rights abuse reaching alarming levels in recent days. “The victims very often come to the church to seek help … Continue reading
Celibacy not optional for priests, says Pope Francis
The Head of the Roman Catholic faith, Pope Francis has insisted that celibacy for priests is not a subject open to debate, emphasizing that it is a “gift to the Church” and therefore not optional for priests in the Faith. The Cable reports the Pope as saying, “Personally I think that celibacy is a gift … Continue reading