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Bishop Hassan Kukah of Sokoto Diocese has been appointed by Pope Leo IV as a member of the Dicastery for Integral Human Development, signaling his significant role within the Vatican's Council. The appointment is part of a five-year term and includes a diverse group of global church leaders.
Rev. Fr. Michael Oli, a Nigerian Catholic priest, has died unexpectedly in the United States while walking on March 26, 2026. The Catholic Diocese of Awka confirmed his passing and announced that preparations for his funeral are underway.
Portugal's Catholic Church has committed to paying €1.6 million in compensation to 57 individuals who suffered sexual abuse by clergy members. This initiative follows a 2023 report detailing widespread abuse within the church over seven decades.
A Nigerian woman has ignited a discussion online by expressing her dissatisfaction with the homilies delivered during mass, claiming that they fail to nourish her spiritual needs. She suggests that Catholic priests should pursue pastoral training to enhance their preaching.
Fr. Angelo Chidi Unegbu, a Catholic priest in Nigeria, raises a thought-provoking question about the distinctions between tithing and the contentious practice of Oke-Ite amid ongoing crackdowns on its practitioners.
Pope Leo XIV has issued a ban on the use of artificial intelligence by Catholic priests for sermon writing, explaining that AI cannot connect with God. The edict was announced during a meeting with clergymen from the Diocese of Rome.
Authorities in Cross River have validated reports of an attack on St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Katchuan Iruan, Boki Local Government Area. The incident, attributed to suspected arsonists, occurred early Thursday morning and led to significant damages.
A Catholic priest has warned believers to refrain from engaging in the Hallelujah Challenge during the Lent season, emphasizing that it contradicts their faith. The Lenten period, which begins today, is a time for solemn reflection and avoidance of joyous expressions like 'Hallelujah.'
A Catholic priest has urged Christians to confirm their medical fitness prior to engaging in Lenten fasting. This advice was shared during an Ash Wednesday service in Abuja.
A bride-to-be, a Catholic catechist along with his pregnant wife and 29 other individuals have been abducted by armed bandits in Kaduna State. The attack took place in the early hours of February 9, 2026, triggering mass fear among residents.
In a tragic incident in Kaduna State, gunmen have kidnapped Reverend Father Nathaniel Asuwaye along with ten others during a predawn attack in Karku. The assault also resulted in the deaths of three local residents.
A Catholic priest tragically passed away after collapsing in front of his congregation during a Sunday service. The incident occurred on February 1 in Wiesmath, Austria, shortly after he had administered Holy Communion.
Fr. Kelvin Ugwu, a Nigerian Catholic priest, has spoken out against the common practice of attributing misfortunes to spiritual forces. His comments come in response to claims from a woman linking a death to a 'serpentine spirit'.
A Catholic priest affiliated with the University of Oxford has resigned following allegations of grooming and inappropriate behavior directed at a student. The claims were substantiated after an investigation by the Jesuits in Britain.
A Catholic church knight has declared his intention to abandon Christianity, citing the Nnewi Catholic Diocese Cathedral's failure to acknowledge the late Patrick Ifeanyi Ubah during its dedication ceremony. The man expressed his deep disappointment and anger over the perceived slight in a viral video.
