7 h. ago Catholic Bishop Adaji slams Kogi govt over public school decay

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Catholic Bishop of Idah Diocese, Anthony Ademu Adaji, has lambasted the Kogi State government for the decay in public primary and secondary schools, where students sit on bare floors to learn and write exams despite substantial monthly allocations. Speaking at a Chrism Mass on April 27 at Saint Boniface Cathedral, […] The post Catholic Bishop Adaji slams Kogi govt over public school decay appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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17 h. ago Funso Doherty slams LASG over 54.3% WASSCE failure rate, calls for urgent reforms

Funso Doherty, former Lagos gubernatorial candidate, has raised alarm over the reported 54.3% failure rate among the state’s public school read more Funso Doherty slams LASG over 54.3% WASSCE failure rate, calls for urgent reforms

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24 h. ago Catholic bishop lambasts Kogi government over decay in public schools

From Emmanuel Adeyemi, Lokoja The Catholic Bishop of Idah Diocese, Bishop Anthony Ademu Adaji, has criticised the Kogi State government for the deterioration of public primary and secondary schools, where students sit on bare floors to learn and write exams despite substantial monthly allocations. Speaking at a Chrism Mass at Saint Boniface Cathedral, Idah, to […] The post Catholic bishop lambasts Kogi government over decay in public schools appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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7 d. ago Insecurity: Nigeria reaching breaking point, gradually becoming national morgue –Bishop Kukah

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Hassan Kukah, has raised concerns about the state of affairs in Nigeria, particularly the activities of bandits and other armed non-state actors that have exacerbated insecurity challenges in Nigeria. Bishop Kukah, in an Easter message, tilted: ‘Mr. President, please bring us down from […] The post Insecurity: Nigeria reaching breaking point, gradually becoming national morgue –Bishop Kukah appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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8 d. ago ‘Save us from this cross’: Kukah urges Tinubu to rescue Nigerians from suffering

Matthew Kukah, bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, has called on President Bola Tinubu to act swiftly and save read more ‘Save us from this cross’: Kukah urges Tinubu to rescue Nigerians from suffering

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8 d. ago ‘Bring Nigeria Down From Cross Of Suffering,’ Kukah Tells Tinubu In Easter Message

The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Hassan Kukah, has issued a heartfelt plea to President Bola Tinubu to take urgent and decisive action to rescue Nigeria from what he described as the grip of murderers, ravenous predators, and a deepening culture of savagery. In his Easter message, Bishop Kukah appealed to President Tinubu, “to step […]

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2 w. ago Benue killings: NCDPA Makurdi Diocese raises alarm over safety of Bishop Wilfred Anagbe

From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi The Nigerian Catholic Diocesan Priests Association (NCDPA), Makurdi Diocese has expressed grave concern over the growing rumours on the safety of the Catholic Bishop of Makurdi Diocese, Most Rev. Wilfred Chikpa Anagbe, and his priest, Revd Fr Remigius Ihyula, following the Bishop’s courageous and truthful statements on the persistent killings, violence, […] The post Benue killings: NCDPA Makurdi Diocese raises alarm over safety of Bishop Wilfred Anagbe appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt catholic diocese

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Holy Father, Pope Francis, has approved the appointment of Bishop Patrick Eluke as the new Apostolic Administrator of the Catholic Diocese of Port Harcourt. This followed the resignation of Bishop Camillus Archibong Etukudoh, who in August 2024, attained the retirement age of 75. The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) in a […] The post Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt catholic diocese appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt Diocese

By Fred Ezeh, Abuja Pope Francis has named Bishop Patrick Eluke as the new Apostolic Administrator of the Catholic Diocese of Port Harcourt. This follows the resignation of Bishop Camillus Archibong Etukudoh, who reached the retirement age of 75 in August 2024. The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) announced this in a statement on Wednesday. […] The post Pope Francis appoints new administrator for Port Harcourt Diocese appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago From chains to freedom: Kukah’s brother, others detail harrowing 32

Ishaya Kuka, brother to the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Fr. Matthew Kukah, on Tuesday recounted his harrowing experience in the hands of bandits, saying he had given up hope of surviving. Kuka was among the 60 kidnapped victims rescued by troops of the Nigerian Army’s 1 Division and received by the National Security Read More

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2 w. ago NSA, defence minister receive Kukah’s brother, 59 others rescued from bandits

The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, and the Minister of Defence, Badaru Abubakar, on Tuesday received 60 rescued kidnap victims, including Ishaya Kuka, brother to the Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Rev. Fr. Matthew Kukah. Also among those rescued was the Deputy Director of the National Assembly Commission, Adesanya Michael, who was abducted from his Read More

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3 w. ago The iFinesse Project: Boost for reading culture, value system, national pride

On a consistent basis, The Etiquette Place, a corporate finishing school, has been invading the public primary schools in the read more The iFinesse Project: Boost for reading culture, value system, national pride

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3 w. ago Homecoming: My Husband Came Up With Helicopter Idea To Outsmart Kogi Govt’s Traps — Natasha

Suspended Senator representing Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan, has revealed that her husband came up with the idea of using a helicopter for her recent visit to her constituency for a homecoming Sallah party, following restrictions imposed by the Kogi State government on political gatherings and convoys. Akpoti-Uduaghan made this known during an interview on Channels […]

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3 w. ago “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner

Kogi State government has said that only security agencies can decide whether Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan should be arrested for defying the state government’s ban on rallies. Recall that Governor Usman Ododo’s led administration over the weekend, announced a restriction on public gatherings and rallies in Kogi, citing security concerns in the state. INFORMATION NIGERIA reports […] The post “Security Operatives Will Determine Senator Natasha’s Arrest For Disobeying Govt’s Directives” – Kogi Commissioner appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kogi govt responds to Senator Natasha’s assassination allegation

Kogi State Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, has addressed the assassination allegation made by suspended Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. Akpoti-Uduaghan accused the Kogi government of plotting to assassinate her during the homecoming rally in her hometown in Okehi Local Government Area on Tuesday. She added that she had already reported the development to the police. “The […] The post Kogi govt responds to Senator Natasha’s assassination allegation appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Kogi govt’s ban on rallies, attempt to suppress freedom of association — SDP

Tribune Online Kogi govt’s ban on rallies, attempt to suppress freedom of association — SDP Social Democratic Party (SDP) in Kogi has condemned the ban on political rallies and convoys imposed by the state government. Kogi govt’s ban on rallies, attempt to suppress freedom of association — SDP Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Homecoming rally: ‘Natasha should be held accountable,’ Kogi govt tells Security agencies

Tribune Online Homecoming rally: ‘Natasha should be held accountable,’ Kogi govt tells Security agencies “The recent disturbances in Kogi State, orchestrated by her defiance of the state’s security directives, have further confirmed her status as a security threat to the people of the state. Homecoming rally: ‘Natasha should be held accountable,’ Kogi govt tells Security agencies Tribune Online

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3 w. ago Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions

Kogi State Government has called on security agencies to hold Senator Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan responsible for any negative outcome from her rally in Kogi Central. In a statement on Tuesday, the state’s Commissioner for Information, Kingsley Fanwo, blamed the lawmaker for holding her homecoming event despite ban by Governor Usman Ododo administration. Recall that INFORMATION NIGERIA […] The post Kogi Govt Reports Senator Natasha To Security Agencies For Holding Rally Despite Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions

Suspended Senator representing Kogi central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan has insisted that her visitation to Kogi State will not be stopped by anybody. Addressing her supporters and residents of Ihima community, the lawmaker said that it is not a crime for joining her people in celebrating Sallah. Recall that Kogi State government had issued ban on any […] The post “I Didn’t Break Any Law, Nobody Can Stop Me, I’m Not A Bastard Of Ebira Land” — Natasha Tells Supporters Amid Kogi Govt’s Restrictions appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Incurable liar, serial manipulator – Kogi govt replies Natasha

By John Ogunsemore The Kogi State Government said Senator for Kogi Central, Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan is an incurable liar and serial manipulator for blaming her ordeal on Senate President, Godswill Akpabio, former Kogi governor, Yahaya Bello and incumbent governor, Ahmed Usman Ododo. This is contained in a Tuesday statement signed by state Commissioner for Information and […] The post Incurable liar, serial manipulator – Kogi govt replies Natasha appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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