Worship
Catholics celebrate Cardinal Okogie at 90, hail him as pillar of faith, moral voice
Mercy Iheoma Ihedigbo Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos has rolled out plans for a grand celebration in honour of its immediate past Archbishop, His Eminence Anthony Cardinal Olubunmi Okogie, as he marks his 90th birthday, with the Church describing him as a pillar of faith, courage and moral leadership in Nigeria.…
Read More »Over 100 Bishops elevated without due process, cleric alleges, calls for constitutional review
Tony Okoh, Uyo A senior clergy of the African Church in Akwa Ibom State, Venerable Richard Peters, has called on the factional Primate of the Church, Rt. Rev’d Julius Osayande Olayinka Abbe, to step aside and reverse what he described as numerous irregular elevations and consecrations carried out under his…
Read More »Five years on, T.B. Joshua’s impact continues to inspire millions worldwide
Michael Olumide Thousands of worshippers, ministers, dignitaries and partners from around the world gathered in Lagos on Friday, to commemorate the fifth anniversary of the transition to glory in a deeply moving celebration themed, “Rejoicing With the Saints.” Broadcast live on Emmanuel TV to a global audience, the event brought…
Read More »PFN calls for national repentance, demands release of abducted Oyo pupils
Mercy Iheoma Ihedigbo Lagos State Mainland Province, Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) has called on Nigerians to return to God in genuine repentance, saying such spiritual renewal remains the pathway to peace, security and national restoration. The fellowship also condemned the continued captivity of schoolchildren abducted in Oyo State, demanding…
Read More »Mount Zion Mission celebrates God’s immutable faithfulness, inexhaustible mercy at 80
Tony Okoh, Uyo Mount Zion Mission Inc. has celebrated its 80th anniversary with a call on Christians to remain steadfast in holiness, evangelism and commitment to the undiluted word of God amid growing moral decadence in society. The grand carnival-like celebration, held at the international headquarters of the mission in…
Read More »Catholic Church, family, friends celebrate Msgr Osu’s legacy at 72
Catholic faithful, family members and friends on Thursday celebrated the life and enduring legacy of the late Very Rev. Msgr Gabriel Sunday Osu during a funeral Mass held at the Holy Cross Cathedral, Lagos. The late cleric, who died on May 8 after a protracted illness, was 72 years old.…
Read More »“Vote for Who?” — Ayodele condemns campaigns amid Oyo school children kidnap
Michael Olumide Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Lagos, Nigeria, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has strongly condemned ongoing political campaigns in Oyo State amid the continued captivity of schoolchildren kidnapped by suspected bandits. Speaking during a church gathering, Ayodele criticized political leaders for allegedly prioritizing campaigns and power struggles over the…
Read More »Ayodele predicts defeat for Adebutu, advises him to focus on charity
Mercy Iheoma Ihedigbo Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has advised former Ogun State gubernatorial candidate, Hon. (Dr.) Oladipupo Adebutu, not to contest the forthcoming governorship election in the state, declaring that he does not stand any chance of winning. Primate Ayodele gave the warning while addressing…
Read More »Eid celebration: Primate Elijah Ayodele calls for end to religious bigotry in Nigeria
Michael Olumide Founder and Leader of INRI Evangelical Spiritual Church, Primate Elijah Ayodele, has called on Nigerians to embrace religious tolerance, peaceful coexistence, and harmony among adherents of different faiths across the country. The renowned cleric made the call during the Eid-El-Kabir Service (Salat al-Eid) held at the Alhaja (Dr.)…
Read More »Grand Chief Imam of Oyoland appeals for release of abducted children, teachers before Eid al-Adha
Michael Olumide Grand Chief Imam of Oyo Land, Sheikh Al-Imam Barrister Bilal Husayn Akinola Akeugberu, has made an emotional appeal to abductors currently holding innocent children and their teachers in captivity, urging them to release the victims in the spirit of compassion, mercy and fear of Almighty Allah ahead of…
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