14 h. ago Kwara: GDMAC sounds alarm on rising banditry, calls for immediate multi

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Grassroots Development Monitoring and Advocacy Centre (GDMAC) has raised alarmed and urgently calls for decisive and coordinated efforts to tackle the growing menace of armed bandits infiltrating the forests and communities of Kwara State, particularly in Kwara North and South senatorial zones. According to the group, recent attacks have triggered fear […] The post Kwara: GDMAC sounds alarm on rising banditry, calls for immediate multi-sector action to uproot criminal hideouts appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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14 h. ago “No Genocide In Nigeria” – CAN Declares, Days After Tinubu Met Christian Leaders In Plateau

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has refuted recent allegations of a Christian genocide in the country, calling them exaggerated narratives being pushed by foreign interests. The controversy began after American comedian Bill Maher claimed that Christians were being systematically targeted and killed in Nigeria. Maher claimed that Islamist groups had burned down churches and […] The post “No Genocide In Nigeria” – CAN Declares, Days After Tinubu Met Christian Leaders In Plateau appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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53 h. ago Anglican Church rejects election of Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury

From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has rejected the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as the next Archbishop of Canterbury. Archbishop, Metropolitan and Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, in a statement, on Monday, described the election as a devastating effort that ignores the current situation and challenges […] The post Anglican Church rejects election of Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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56 h. ago CAN Seeks Nationwide Support For Measles, Rubella Vaccination Campaign

The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has appealed to churches, parents and communities across the country to back the federal government’s ongoing measles-rubella vaccination campaign. President of CAN, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, hailed the initiative as a bold and transformative effort to protect Nigerian children from preventable diseases. Okoh, during the flag-off ceremony of the Nationwide […]

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3 d. ago Tunde Bakare shuns pressure to join ADC, calls for unity in Nigeria’s political space

Tunde Bakare, founder of the Citadel Global Community Church and a prominent voice in Nigeria’s political discourse, has once again read more Tunde Bakare shuns pressure to join ADC, calls for unity in Nigeria’s political space

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4 d. ago Tinubu to visit Plateau for APC national chairman’s mother’s funeral, address church leaders

From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja President Bola Tinubu will leave Lagos on Saturday, October 4, to Jos, the capital of Plateau State, to attend the funeral prayers for Nana Lydia Yilwatda Goshwe, mother of the All Progressives Congress (APC) National Chairman, Nantewe Goshwe. According to a statement signed by Special Adviser to the President on Information […] The post Tinubu to visit Plateau for APC national chairman’s mother’s funeral, address church leaders appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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5 d. ago Nigeria @65: No country faces what Nigeria faced and remain the same –Anglican Primate

…accuses politicians of promoting ethnic, religious division From Fred Ezeh, Abuja The Primate, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Revd Dr. Henry Ndukuba has congratulated Nigerians on the 65th independence anniversary, particularly for managing its fragile peace and unity in the past 65 years. He stated that no country could face the battles that Nigeria […] The post Nigeria @65: No country faces what Nigeria faced and remain the same –Anglican Primate appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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9 d. ago Nigeria undergoing bold reforms aimed at lasting transformation rather than temporary relief –FG

•Unity key to nation’s global standing -Wale Oke From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, yesterday, said under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, Nigeria is undergoing bold reforms aimed at lasting transformation rather than temporary relief. Speaking at the inter-denominational church service held at the National Ecumenical […] The post Nigeria undergoing bold reforms aimed at lasting transformation rather than temporary relief –FG appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigeria @65: Under Tinubu, Nigeria undergoing bold reforms aimed at lasting transformation rather than temporary relief – Akume 

 • Unity key to nation’s global standing – Wale Oke From Juliana Taiwo-Obalonye, Abuja Under the leadership of President Bola Tinubu, Nigeria is undergoing bold reforms aimed at lasting transformation rather than temporary relief, Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), George Akume, has emphasised. Speaking at the Inter-denominational Church Service held at the […] The post Nigeria @65: Under Tinubu, Nigeria undergoing bold reforms aimed at lasting transformation rather than temporary relief – Akume  appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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1 week ago Nigerian churches urged to prioritise members’ talent development

Religious organisations, especially churches in Nigeria, have been urged to prioritise members’ talent development by amplifying capacity building among their read more Nigerian churches urged to prioritise members’ talent development

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1 week ago Labour party chairman attacked at Abuja airport, party cries foul

The Labour Party (LP) has raised an alarm after its National Chairman, Julius Abure, was reportedly attacked by a woman read more Labour party chairman attacked at Abuja airport, party cries foul

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1 week ago Nigeria @ 65: Archbishop urges political leaders to govern with compassion

Tribune Online Nigeria @ 65: Archbishop urges political leaders to govern with compassion As Nigeria marks its 65th Independence Anniversary, Archbishop Dr Effa Emmanuel of the World Royal City Church has urged political leaders to Nigeria @ 65: Archbishop urges political leaders to govern with compassion Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Nasarawa: Gunmen abduct pastor’s wife, church member; residents petition governor

From Abel Leonard, Lafia Gunmen have abducted Mrs Patience Nasamu, wife of Pastor Samuel Nasamu of the Word of God Church, Agyaragu, along with a female church member. The incident occurred on Sunday night, 21 September 2025, in Agyaragu, Obi Local Government Area of Nasarawa State. Narrating the ordeal, Pastor Nasamu said his wife, a […] The post Nasarawa: Gunmen abduct pastor’s wife, church member; residents petition governor appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago RCCG Stages ‘Jesus Market’, Sells Items At Low Prices In Lagos

The Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Area 12, Province 130, Ilamoshe, Okeafa, Isolo area of Lagos State, on Sunday, organised a special community fair tagged ‘Jesus Market’, where goods were sold at highly subsidised prices. The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the fair, held within the church premises, attracted both members of […]

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2 w. ago Eno hails centenarian Clergy who predicts more transformations in A/ Ibom

From Isaac Job, Uyo Akwa Ibom state governor pastor Umo Eno suspended all protocols while receiving the 100 year old President and Arch Bishop of Mount Zion Light House Full Gospel Church in Nigeria Nyong Davies Ayakndue at Government House , Uyo . Ayakndue stormed Akwa Ibom state Government House with other Bishops of the […] The post Eno hails centenarian Clergy who predicts more transformations in A/ Ibom appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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2 w. ago Govts alone cannot tackle insecurity but with church’s support — Bishop

Tribune Online Govts alone cannot tackle insecurity but with church’s support — Bishop The Presiding Bishop of The Redeemed Evangelical Mission (TREM), Mike Okonkwo, has noted that governments alone cannot tackle security challenges in Nigeria without the support of churches. Okonkwo made this known at the Giant Killers Conference 2025, organised by Rev. Yomi Kasali, Founder of the Foundation of Truth Assembly (FOTA), in Lagos, to mark its […] Govts alone cannot tackle insecurity but with church’s support — Bishop Tribune Online

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2 w. ago Two Suspects Arrested For Raiding Churches, Stealing Musical Instruments In Delta

The Delta State Police Command has apprehended two suspects believed to be part of an armed robbery syndicate notorious for raiding churches at night and stealing musical instruments and other valuables. SP Bright Edafe, the state police public relations officer, confirmed the arrest in a statement released on Wednesday. Edafe said, “Following complaints received from […] The post Two Suspects Arrested For Raiding Churches, Stealing Musical Instruments In Delta appeared first on Information Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Intersociety raises alarm over attacks on churches in Nigeria

From Jude Chinedu, Enugu The International Society for Civil Liberties and Rule of Law (Intersociety) has expressed concern over what it described as the “alarming scale of attacks” on Christian places of worship in Nigeria since the Boko Haram uprising of July 2009. In a statement jointly signed by its Board Chairman, Emeka Umeagbalasi, and […] The post Intersociety raises alarm over attacks on churches in Nigeria appeared first on The Sun Nigeria.

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3 w. ago Team Dunamis Crowned Champions of Inaugural Kingdom Unity Games in Abuja

Team Dunamis FC have etched their names in history as the first-ever champions of the maiden Kingdom Unity Games, a faith-inspired sporting competition held in Abuja. The tournament, designed to foster unity among churches across Nigeria while creating opportunities for young people to showcase their talents, drew youths from across the Federal Capital Territory. Organizers […]

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3 w. ago Intercession, one of the pillars of a successful mission — Bishop Wale Oke

Tribune Online Intercession, one of the pillars of a successful mission — Bishop Wale Oke BISHOP Francis Wale Oke, National President of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) and founder of Christ Life Churches Worldwide under The Sword of the Spirit Ministries, has emphasized that intercession is one of the core pillars of a successful mission. Speaking during a Friday night sermon at the 43rd Holy Ghost Convention, held at […] Intercession, one of the pillars of a successful mission — Bishop Wale Oke Tribune Online

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