CAN: Nigerian Christians congratulate Roman Catholic Church on Pope Leo XIV’s election
The Christian Association of Nigeria has sent its congratulatory message to the Roman Catholic Church on the election of Pope Leo XIV.
In a statement on Friday, CAN president Archbishop Daniel Okoh said, ”The emergence of Pope Leo XIV signifies renewal and hope for the Catholic Church.
“CAN is confident that the new pontiff will advance peace, justice, and inclusiveness, continuing the legacy of his predecessors.
”CAN prays that Pope Leo XIV’s pontificate be blessed with wisdom, good health, and strength to lead God’s people on the path of righteousness.
“May God guide and strengthen him in his ministry.”
Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the U.S. was elected as the 267th pope, taking the papal name Pope Leo XIV.
The announcement was made from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, where Cardinal Dominique Mamberti declared “Habemus Papam” to the cheering crowds gathered in St. Peter’s Square.
Pope Leo XIV is the first American pope in history and a former superior general of the Augustinians.
He succeeded Pope Francis, the 266th pontiff of the Catholic Church, and the first from Latin America, who died on April 21, at 88.
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