Superintendent of the Southern Nigeria Annual Conference of the Global Methodist Church in Nigeria (GMCN), Rev. Bazel Yoila, has tendered a public apology to Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, and the Secretary to the State Government, Gibon Katabs, following what he described as “unguarded and emotional” remarks made during...
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All Progressive Congress (APC) National Vice Chairman North East zone, Alhaji Mustapha Salihu, has donated 21 trucks of foodstuffs to both Christians and Muslims. Speaking during the distribution of the food items in Yola on Wednesday, the representative of Salihu, a chieftain of APC, Alhaji Danjuma Ilyasu, sai the foodstuffs...
The Nigerian Supreme Council for Islamic Affairs (NSCIA) on Wednesday said it has commenced an inquiry into allegations that a male operative of the State Security Service (SSS) abducted a minor from Jigawa State, brought her to Abuja, and impregnated her. The controversy centres on Walida Abdulhadi, a young...
Global Peace Foundation Nigeria (GPFN) has hosted Muslim faithful to a Ramadan Iftar in Hayin Banki community of Kaduna State, reaffirming its commitment to promoting religious tolerance and peaceful coexistence in the state. The Iftar, brought together community leaders, youths and residents in an atmosphere of unity and goodwill,...
United States (US) House Committees on Appropriations and Foreign Affairs have submitted a formal report to the White House on alleged persecution of Christians in Nigeria, recommending possible sanctions and policy actions. The submission followed the decision of former US President Donald Trump to redesignate Nigeria as a Country...
Katsina State governor, Alhaji Dikko Umar Radda, has applauded the Department of State Services (DSS), the Nigerian Army, as well as the Nigeria Police Force, for rescuing 21 victims kidnapped in the state. The disclosure was conveyed in a statement issued on Saturday by the state Commissioner for Internal...
With profound reverence to God Almighty, I greet the Christian and Muslim faithful on the solemn occasions of Lent and Ramadan. This year, Lent and Ramadan begin on the same day. This is not a common occurrence, and it reminds us that as a people of faith, we share a...
Global Methodist Church of Nigeria (GMCN) has faulted the decision of a Taraba Upper Area Court to strike out a case it filed against the United Methodist Church of Nigeria (UMCN) over the sharing of church properties. The court, presided over by Barkindo Idris Chiloma, dismissed the suit on...
Christian faithful in Kaduna State have applauded Governor Uba Sani for restoring the state-sponsored Christian Pilgrimage Programme after an 11-year suspension, describing the move as a demonstration of fairness, equity and inclusive governance. The commendation came during the 2025 orientation programme organised for 50 intending Christian pilgrims sponsored by...
Global Methodist Church (GMC) has commended Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas for restoring peace in state particularly in the ongoing disagreement between the GMC and United Methodist Church of Nigeria (UMCN) Bishop of the GMC Nigeria, Rev. Dr John Pena, stated this on Thursday while applauding Kefas for restoring...
Five members of the United States Congress have introduced a bill seeking sanctions against former Kano State Governor, Rabiu Musa Kwankwaso, and two Fulani-based groups — the Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) and Miyetti Allah Kautal Hore — over alleged violations of religious freedom in Nigeria....
Taraba State Governor Agbu Kefas has denied granting the United Methodist Church of Nigeria (UMCN) access to the Jatutu Memorial Cathedral Magami in Jalingo, the state capital to conducted their reconciliation service come February 22nd 2026. Governor Kefas also revealed that he has embraced the recent reconciliation process carried...
Northern Christians Religious Leaders Assembly (NOCRELA) said militia suspected to be Fulani men have brutally killed 102 Tiv Christians and burn down their churches between 2nd January to 3rd February 2026 in Chanchanji ward, Takum Local Government Area of Taraba state. NOCRELA also disclosed that the body have interacted...
Tragedy struck Karku community in Kauru Local Government Area of Kaduna State on Saturday as terrorists abducted a Catholic priest and ten other residents, while three persons were killed during the attack. The kidnapped priest is Reverend Father Nathaniel Asuwaye, the Parish Priest of Holy Trinity Catholic Church, Karku,...
Kaduna State Governor Uba Sani has confirmed the safe rescue of all 183 worshippers abducted from Kurmin Wali community in Kajuru Local Government Area of the state. Speaking on the development in government house while receiving the recscued Worshippers, the governor said 11 of the victims were released earlier...
Nigerian pastor and relationship coach, Kingsley Okonkwo, has set social media buzzing after declaring that there is no biblical passage that forbids Christians from having tattoos. The cleric made the remark in a post shared on X, where he challenged long-standing beliefs held by many churchgoers about body art...
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in the 19 Northern states and the Federal Capital Territory (FCT) has firmly rejected the call by the Supreme Council for Shari’ah in Nigeria (SCSN) seeking the removal of the Chairman of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Professor Joash Amupitan. The Shari’ah Council...
Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State has organised a special prayer session for the safe return of 177 worshippers abducted from churches in Kurmin Wali community, one week after the incident. The prayer session, held on Sunday at Tawaliu Baptist Church in...
Nigeria Government has declared that any violence framed along religious lines will be treated as a direct attack on the Nigerian state, reaffirming that the protection of all citizens—Christians, Muslims, and adherents of other faiths—is non-negotiable. The National Security Adviser, Nuhu Ribadu, made the statement at the conclusion of...
Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders declare 2-day fast over Kajuru abductions, demand victims’ release
Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders declare 2-day fast over Kajuru abductions, demand victims’ release
The Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Association (SKCLA) has condemned in strong terms the recent abduction of 177 persons in Kajuru Local Government Area of Kaduna State, describing the incident as tragic, disturbing and unacceptable. In a statement issued on Thursday and signed by its Chairman, Apostle Dr Emmanuel Nuhu...