…killed while in captivity. The Department of State Services had also alerted Muslim and Christian leaders in Osun State to an alleged plan by terrorists to attack places of worship and other public gathering centres ahead of the 2027 general elections.

…for a referendum. Cease the policy of connivance that has kept him bound.” The Igbo Christian leaders warned: “If they refuse, let them remember that the wrath that now touches Britain will not spare Nigeria. The year ahead will not be merciful to those who continue to detain the man whom God has raised. “Onyendu Mazi…

…on churches, mosques The Department of State Services (DSS) has alerted Muslim and Christian leaders in Osun State to an alleged plan by terrorists to att@ck places of worship and other public gathering centres in an attempt to frustrate the 2027 general elections. Tribune reports that the DSS held separate meetings wi…

…is growing, as the Tinubu presidency mollycoddles the Islamic jingoists while traducing Christian leaders whose only sin is speaking truth to power, as evidenced by the recent treatment of Catholic bishops who visited President Tinubu to alert him to the parlous state of the nation. Cardinal John Onaiyekan, head of the…

Delta Governor, Sheriff Oborevwori, has urged Christian leaders in the state to support the All Progressives Congress (APC) with prayers and mobilise their followers for the party’s success in the 2027 general elections. Oborevwori made the call on Wednesday when the Executive Committee of the Pentecostal Fellowship of…

…and other stakeholders on issues affecting their communities. According to him, Christian leaders regularly meet political party leaders, government officials and security agencies to raise concerns, although they sometimes choose quiet engagement in the interest of peace. The cleric also warned against a growing patte…

…of the Abuja Declaration, which seeks to establish a new alliance between Muslim and Christian leaders, and create a peace-building mechanism to help Nigeria and West Africa prevent religious tensions from escalating into violence. Sheikh Al-Issa is a leading global voice for moderate Islam and interfaith outreach. He…

Christian leaders and Nigerians affected by religious violence are increasingly becoming part of efforts to deradicalise and reintegrate former extremists, amid continuing insecurity in the country’s northern region. The post Nigerian Christians join efforts to deradicalise Terrorists appeared first on Tribune Online.

…inclination, whatever you may think of the opinions he expressed, there aren't many Christian leaders who have spoken their minds so courageously, without guile. 'Suddenly, the lines from George Duffield's 1858 hymn "STAND UP FOR JESUS" in my Methodist Hymn book came alive! '"Let courage rise with dangerAnd strength to…

…to criminalise preaching in commercial buses has triggered widespread opposition from Christian leaders across Nigeria. SEYI SOKOYA examines their reactions, the arguments for and against the legislation, and the broader constitutional debate over balancing road safety with the rights to freedom of religion and express…

…the 38th Annual Convention of the Abundant Life Gospel Church Men’s Fellowship, where Christian leaders called on Nigerians to intensify prayers for the nation’s leaders and work towards national development. The three-day convention, themed “Unbeatable,” was held at the church’s headquarters on Iju Road and featured s…

…Diri, lawmakers, members of the Bayelsa State House of Assembly, judicial officials, Christian leaders, and traditional rulers.