Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Faith

July 11, 2026

Ex-Edo governor Oshiomhole mourns Archbishop Augustine Akubueze

Mr Oshiomhole described the late cleric as a courageous witness to the gospel, a compassionate shepherd and a humble servant of God.

Most Rev. Augustine Akubueze
July 8, 2026

2027 Hajj: Yobe pegs N7.5 million as initial deposit

The chairman warned members of the public against entrusting money to unauthorised individuals claiming to facilitate hajj registration.

Yobe State Governor, Mai Mala Buni
July 8, 2026

2026 hajj most successful in Kano pilgrims board’s history: DG

Mr Ibrahim-Matawalle said the board effectively managed challenges relating to pilgrims’ luggage despite operational difficulties at Saudi airports.

Hajj pilgrims arriving in Nigeria
July 7, 2026

Sultan of Sokoto links hate speech to insulting religious leaders, urges restraint

“Therefore, there is a strong call for all religious and faith communities to work together to combat hate speech,” said the sultan.

Sa’ad Abubakar
July 6, 2026

Cleric urges Nigerians to move beyond expectations, drive national development

He cautioned Nigerians against sitting idly and waiting for the country to fix itself.

Gabriel Aboderin
July 6, 2026

Okigwe Eight: Kidnapped Scripture Union delegates freed after 22 days

Eight members of the Scripture Union abducted along the interstate boundary between Imo and Anambra on June 14 while returning from a national conference are freed.

Eight members of the Scripture Union abducted
July 6, 2026

Ibadan masquerader kills resident, police launch investigation

Police are investigating the killing of Sefiu Kehinde, a 24-year-old man allegedly attacked by a masquerader in the Labiran area of Ibadan.

Masqueraders in Ibadan
July 6, 2026

My wife being Redeemed Church pastor downplays religious crisis in Nigeria, Tinubu tells pope’s emissary

“My wife is a pastor at an evangelical church. This downplays the religious connotation that the religious controversy in our country might have taken,” said Mr Tinubu.

Tinubu meeting with Pope Leo
July 5, 2026

2027: Pray for Nigeria, vote credible leaders, ex-Niger CAN chairman urges voters 

Mr Echioda urged eligible Nigerians to participate actively by voting for competent, God-fearing, and credible candidates with proven records of service.

July 5, 2026

Interfaith dialogue key to tackling Nigeria’s insecurity: Tinubu

The president urged religious leaders to sustain their efforts in preaching peace and tolerance.

President Bola Tinubu