Amnesty International Raises Alarm Over Alleged Political Thuggery in Benue
By Jude Dangwam Amnesty International Nigeria has raised the alarm over the alleged use of armed political thugs to block…
Trump: “Never forget the heroes of 9/11”
U.S. President Donald J. Trump has recalled being at Ground Zero during the 9/11 attacks, calling it a day he would “never forget.”
Catholics Bishops of Ghana signal hope, urge youths to be peace ambassadors
Considering the challenges facing Africa, the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference has urged young Catholics throughout West Africa to step up as “actors and agents of peace and hope.”
Nigerian Archbishop condemns “totalitarian policies of Imo State Commissioner of Education”
A Nigerian Catholic Bishop has criticized the Imo State Commissioner of Education in north-east Nigeria for enforcing overly controlling and…
Cardinal Okpaleke appoints four episcopal vicars, creates new parishes in Ekwulobia
The Catholic Bishop of Ekwulobia Diocese (CADEK), Southeast Nigeria, His Eminence Peter Ebere Cardinal Okpaleke has announced the appointment of four priests as Episcopal Vicars for the various regions, in addition to the creation of four parishes.
Christian socio-political body rejects APC’s retention of Muslim-Muslim ticket, urges inclusion, constitutional review
The Christian Social Movement of Nigeria (CSMN), a socio-political arm of the Nigerian Church, has opposed the ruling All Progressives Congress’ Muslim-Muslim ticket citing genocide, and lack of inclusion.
Nigerian Governor bans Islamic Police HISBA in Plateau State after its sudden appearance
The Executive Governor of Plateau State in the Middle Belt Region of Nigeria, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has directed an immediate halt to the activities of a group reportedly operating under the name HISBA in parts of Jos North Local Government Area of the state.
Senegal launches Africa’s first locally made sickle cell drug
At a time when the Global South relies heavily on medical tourism and purchasing medications from abroad, Senegal has developed Africa’s first locally made sickle cell drug, DREPAF, to reduce dependence on costly imports.
Bishop Ajang advocates co-responsibility, youth apostolate, self-reliance at Diocesan Assembly
As part of activities to mark the Silver Jubilee of Lafia Diocese, in central Nigeria, Most Rev. Dr. David Ajang has pledged to strategically focus on co-responsibility, youth apostolate, and self-reliance.
₦15.8 Trillion Saved — But Was the Petrol Subsidy Ever Truly Gone?
In this op-ed, Dr. Ijuptil argues that ₦15.8 trillion may represent a significant fiscal gain from reform, but the figure deserves a full public ledger.
