Abuja, Nigeria — The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has announced the 2025 Hajj fare, pegging it at N8.78 million per intending pilgrim, depending on their state of departure. This was disclosed in a statement issued on Monday by NAHCON’s Assistant Director of Information and Publication, Fatima Usara, on behalf of the Commission’s Chairman,…
Abuja, Nigeria — The Federal Government has approved four airlines to serve as official carriers for Nigerian pilgrims traveling to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for the 2025 Hajj pilgrimage. The announcement was made by the Executive Chairman of the National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON), Prof. Abdullahi Usman, in a statement released by Mrs….
The President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Archbishop Daniel Okoh, has described this year’s Christmas as bittersweet, marked by a mix of joy and sorrow following recent tragic stampedes at charity events in Abuja and Anambra State. In a statement commemorating the festive season, Archbishop Okoh expressed deep concern over the loss of…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has expressed deep concern over the recurring deaths caused by stampedes during palliative distribution across the country. In a statement issued by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, CAN described the pattern as “troubling” and extended condolences to the victims of the latest tragedy, which occurred at the Holy Trinity…
The Catholic Archbishop of Abuja, Most Reverend Ignatius Kaigama, has expressed deep sorrow over the tragic loss of more than ten lives during a stampede at Holy Trinity Parish, Maitama, Abuja. The incident occurred during a food distribution exercise organized by the St. Vincent de Paul Society. Archbishop Kaigama, in a statement, extended his heartfelt…
Through this removal, the mosque’s administration has seemingly acquiesced to the widespread criticism and pressure from the public to remove the banner widely perceived as inflammatory and divisive. The Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos State has removed a contentious banner that bore the inscription, “Jesus Christ is Not God”. This action was substantiated…
A banner displayed at the entrance of the Lekki Central Mosque in Lagos State has generated varied reactions on social media. The banner, which went viral on Wednesday, bore the inscription: “Jesus Christ is not God. He is a Prophet and Messenger of God!” The message has sparked a wave of reactions,…
The Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) has appointed five distinguished Islamic scholars to serve as Imams at the National Mosque in Abuja. Speaking at the appointment ceremony, NSCIA Secretary-General, Professor Is-haq Oloyede, announced that two of the newly appointed Imams are resident, while the other three will serve as visiting Imams. The appointments were…
Police in Oyo State have arrested a self-proclaimed pastor, Peter Oluwalolese, for allegedly killing a female member of his church for ritual purposes. The suspect, who leads the “God Has Done It” church in the Apata area of Ibadan, reportedly committed the act to enhance his congregation’s size. A viral video circulating online captures Oluwalolese…
The Ministry of Women Affairs has urged religious leaders to use their platforms to champion the fight against gender-based violence (GBV), promoting peace, tolerance, and respect for human rights within their communities. Permanent Secretary of the Ministry, Ambassador Gabriel Aduda, made this appeal during a special prayer session at Living Faith Church, Jahi, as part…
Nasiru Buba, who accused Jigawa’s Commissioner for Special Duties, Auwal Danladi Sankara, of an illicit affair with his wife, has rejected the Kano Upper Shari’a Court’s ruling, which cleared the commissioner of wrongdoing. Presiding Judge Ibrahim Sarki Yola dismissed the case due to insufficient evidence, explaining that a police investigation found no proof to substantiate…
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and former President Muhammadu Buhari extended warm congratulations to Pastor Tunde Bakare on his 70th birthday, celebrated on November 11, 2024. Bakare, a distinguished lawyer, pastor, author, and advocate for good governance, has made significant contributions to Nigeria through his roles in leadership, public service, and religious life. He is the…
The Catholic Church in Nigeria has strongly opposed the Federal Government’s alleged plan to legalize abortion, sparking controversy over the sanctity of human life. The Church’s condemnation arose amid reports that the Health Promotion Department of the Federal Ministry of Health is reviewing sections of the Criminal Code to decriminalize abortion. This move is reportedly…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kaduna State chapter, has expressed displeasure over the October 19 council elections, stating that it is an electoral robbery against the people of the state. The state chairman of CAN, Rev. Caleb Ma’aji, explained that the local government election was seen by the citizens of the state as an…
Pastor Enoch Adeboye, the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, has expressed regret for his earlier statement suggesting that Christians who don’t pay tithes might not reach heaven Initially, he claimed that tithing was essential for salvation. However, during a youth gathering at the RCCG Youth Convention in Ogun State, he referred…
ABUJA – The National Christian Elders Forum (NCEF) has called on the Federal Government to immediately reverse the recent petrol price increase, warning that failure to do so could lead to dire consequences. This demand comes as Nigeria grapples with rising poverty rates, estimated to have reached 38.9% in 2023. In a…
The Royal Embassy of Saudi Arabia has commemorated the 94th National Day of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia at the residence of the Saudi Ambassador, Faisal bin Ebraheem Alghamdi, in Abuja, Nigeria. The event brought together an esteemed group of government officials, heads of diplomatic missions, representatives of international organisations, and prominent businessmen….
The National Hajj Commission of Nigeria (NAHCON) has allocated 1,288 seats to Yobe State for the 2025 pilgrimage to Saudi Arabia. This announcement was made by the Executive Chairman of the Yobe State Pilgrims Commission, Alhaji Mai Aliyu Usman, during a press briefing on the preparations for the upcoming Hajj. According to Alhaji Usman, NAHCON…
Pope Francis made a historic journey on Sunday to one of the most remote corners of the world, traveling deep into the jungle of Papua New Guinea (PNG) to meet local Catholics and provide crucial medical and humanitarian supplies. The 87-year-old pontiff arrived in Vanimo, a remote township with a population of about 12,000, located…
A former Minister of Information, Prof. Jerry Gana, has called on parents to instill biblical values in their children for national transformation. Gana said said this at the Grand Finale of the “2024 Champion of Champions National Bible Quiz Competition,” on Wednesday in Abuja. The event, which was organised by the Christian Association of Nigeria…
Lagos State Governor, Mr. Babajide Sanwo-Olu, has declared Tuesday, August 20, 2024, as a public holiday for all public servants in the state in observance of this year’s Isese Day celebration. Isese, which translates to “tradition,” is a significant cultural observance with millions of adherents across Yorubaland. The announcement was made through a circular issued…
LAMENTING the high rate of corruption in the country, the general overseer of the Redeemed Christian church of God, RCCG Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye has reiterated that corruption is at its peak because majority of Christians who are supposed to be peculiar people and make a difference have compromised. Calling on Christians to shun a…
The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye, and his wife, Pastor Foluke Adeboye, were among more than 13,000 worshippers who gathered for ‘The Outpouring,’ a worship event recently held in New York by renowned worship leader Minister Dunsin Oyekan. In addition to the thousands who attended in person,…
The Senior Pastor of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Moses Adeyanju, has called on Nigerians to turn to God during difficult times and seek solutions through prayer. Speaking at the opening of a two-day Prayer Seminar organized by RCCG Grace City in Jahi, Abuja, Pastor Adeyanju emphasized the importance of intensified prayer….
Friends and family searched for missing hajj pilgrims on Wednesday as the death toll at the annual rituals, which were carried out in scorching heat, surged past 900. Relatives scoured hospitals and pleaded online for news, fearing the worst after temperatures hit 51.8 degrees Celsius (125 Fahrenheit) in Mecca, Islam’s holiest city, on Monday. About…
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has extended its felicitations to Muslim faithful on the occasion of Eid-el-Kabir, urging all Nigerians to embrace the values of sacrifice, obedience, and faith. In a statement marking the celebration, CAN President Archbishop Daniel Okoh called on Nigerians to set aside their differences, pursue unity and peace, and trust…
The Acting Director of the FCT Christian pilgrims Welfare Board, Mrs. Rahila Isa-Baita has disclosed that all is now set for the commencement of the 2023 pilgrimage to the state of Israel. Mrs. Isa-Baita made this known in a telephone interview with newsmen from Israel. She explained that the essence of the visit is to…
Governor Siminalayi Fubara of Rivers State has cancelled Civil Service jobs approved by his predecessor, Nyesom Wike, ordering a fresh recruitment process. Making the announcement on Friday, May 31, Fubara claimed the beneficiaries of the scheme which he phased out were smuggled in for political patronage. He added that a more transparent process would commence soon….
The Senate has reinstated Abdul Ahmed Ningi, who was suspended on March 12, 2024. The reinstatement followed a motion moved by Deputy Minority Leader Sen. Abba Moro, who expressed regret on behalf of the suspended senator. Senator Ningi had been suspended over allegations of padding the 2024 budget by N3.7 trillion. As chairman of the…
The Kano State Government has publicly apologized to the National Security Adviser (NSA), Nuhu Ribadu, following accusations of his involvement in the ongoing emirate council crisis. Deputy Governor Alhaji Abdulsalam Gwarzo extended the apology on behalf of the state during a press briefing at the Kano Government House. The crisis erupted following the Kano State…
The Kebbi Pilgrims Welfare Board has announced the death of one of its pilgrims, Tawalkatu Busare Alako, from Jega Local Government Area. Alhaji Faruku Aliyu-Enabo, Executive Chairman of the board, disclosed this in a statement in Mecca, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, on Sunday. He said the deceased died on Saturday after a brief illness, adding…
