Category: Religious
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SHARI’A COURT HEARS CUSTODY BATTLE OVER FOUR-YEAR-OLD GRANDSON IN KADUNA
Grandmother seeks custody amid family dispute, highlighting custody rules under Shari’a law. Karimatu Sulaiman, a grandmother, pleaded to a Shari’a court in Kaduna for custody of her 4-year-old grandson after her divorced daughter remarried. Represented by counsel Usman Umar, she argued that her daughter’s remarriage nullifies her custody rights and asked for a N30,000 monthly…
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JFI DISOWNS SOUTH-EAST JEWISH GROUP LINKED TO IPOB, REAFFIRMS NON-POLITICAL STANCE
Nigeria’s official Jewish body draws clear line between faith and politics amid controversy. The Judaism Fellowship Initiative (JFI), Nigeria’s main Jewish community umbrella, has distanced itself from the Eastern Judaism group in the South-East that publicly supported IPOB leader Nnamdi Kanu. JFI President Chief Arthur-Regis Odidika emphasized that JFI is not connected to separatist movements…
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CAN URGES UNITY AND HONEST REFLECTION ON NIGERIA’S PROGRESS
Archbishop Okoh calls for lifting every home, beyond statistics, amid economic challenges. The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) congratulated Nigerians on the 65th Independence Anniversary, stressing that true progress must be felt in every household, not just by numbers. CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh acknowledged the hardships from economic reforms but urged citizens to rise…
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POPE LEO XIV URGES GLOBAL COMMITMENT TO INTERNATIONAL LAW FOR PEACE
The Pope calls on nations to uphold fairness, cooperation, and accountability to preserve human dignity and justice worldwide. Pope Leo XIV emphasized the vital role of international and humanitarian law in promoting justice, peace, and human dignity during the UN General Assembly. Delivered by Archbishop Paul Gallagher, the Holy See’s message called for nations to…
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HOLY SEE CALLS FOR GLOBAL SUPPORT TO ADVANCE AFRICA’S PEACE AND DEVELOPMENT
Archbishop Paul Gallagher urges united action on stability, youth empowerment, and humanitarian aid in Africa. At the UN General Assembly, Archbishop Paul Gallagher of the Holy See stressed the resilience of African youth and the need for international backing through investments in education, health, and governance. Highlighting progress in African democracies and ongoing challenges like…
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SEN. UMAHI EXTENDS WARM EID-EL-MAULUD GREETINGS TO NIGERIA’S MUSLIM COMMUNITY
Celebrating the Prophet’s Legacy of Unity and Peace. Senator Engr. Nweze David Umahi, Honourable Minister of Works, has sent heartfelt congratulations to millions of Muslim faithful across Nigeria on the joyous occasion of Eid-El-Maulud, marking the birthday of Prophet Mohammed (peace be upon him).In his message, Sen. Umahi reflected on the profound moral teachings of…
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RELIGIOUS LEADERS PUSH FOR SIGN LANGUAGE TO BOOST INCLUSION IN WORSHIP
RELIGIOUS LEADERS PUSH FOR SIGN LANGUAGE TO BOOST INCLUSION IN WORSHIP Religious leaders in Abuja are breaking barriers, calling for sign language interpretation in churches and mosques to include people with hearing impairments. At a joint training hosted by the Catholic Archbishop’s initiative, Christian and Muslim leaders united to ensure worship is accessible to all,…
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DALAI LAMA AT 90: THOUSANDS OF TIBETAN BUDDHISTS FELICITATE WITH SPIRITUAL LEADER
DALAI LAMA AT 90: THOUSANDS OF TIBETAN BUDDHISTS FELICITATE WITH SPIRITUAL LEADER Thousands of Tibetan Buddhists have streamed into India’s Himalayan town of Dharamshala on Sunday to celebrate the 90th birthday of the Dalai Lama. Ferocious monsoon rains did not dampen the spirits as the Tibetan spiritual leader appeared in traditional robes and a flowing…
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SULTAN OF SOKOTO AND CAN UNITE TO END GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA
SULTAN OF SOKOTO AND CAN UNITE TO END GENDER-BASED VIOLENCE IN NIGERIA Faith leaders are stepping up—uniting across religions to fight Gender-Based Violence and protect Nigeria’s vulnerable. At a major session in Abuja, the Sultan of Sokoto and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) reaffirmed their commitment to ending GBV. The Sultan stressed the urgent…
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ILORIN EMIR, KWARA LEADERS URGE PEACE AND RENEWAL FOR HIRAJ 1447
Ilorin Emir, Kwara Leaders Urge Peace and Renewal for Hijrah 1447As Muslims in Nigeria mark the Islamic New Year (1st Muharram, 1447 AH), the Emir of Ilorin, Alhaji Ibrahim Sulu-Gambari, and Kwara’s top leaders are calling for peace, compassion, and spiritual reflection. The Emir emphasized Hijrah as a time for unity and kindness, urging support…
