Catholic bishop pleads not guilty to embezzlement and money laundering
Emmanuel Shaleta has pleaded not guilty to multiple felony charges during his arraignment at the El Cajon Courthouse. The bishop of St. Peter Chaldean Catholic Cathedral faces 17 charges, including eight counts of embezzlement and eight counts of money laundering. Prosecutors allege that the suspected financial misconduct began in 2024 and involved about $270,000 missing […]
Tinubu, Wife Celebrate Adeboye At 84
President Bola Tinubu and First Lady Oluremi Tinubu praised Pastor Enoch Adeboye, General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, as “one of Nigeria’s greatest gifts” on his 84th birthday. They hailed him as a spiritual fortress interceding for the nation. The presidential couple highlighted Adeboye’s humility, wisdom, and contributions to philanthropy, education, healthcare, […]
Nigerian Christians bear brunt of persecution’ – Rep Moore asks Trump to act
US Congressman Riley Moore has called on former President Donald Trump to act decisively, saying Nigerian Christians face disproportionate attacks by Fulani militias and terrorist groups. He claims Christians are five times more likely to be killed than other groups. Moore highlighted that attacks often target pastors, priests, schools, and churches, especially on holy days, […]
Catholic bishops question lawmakers’ mandate, say Nigerians feel unrepresented
The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria has raised concerns about whether members of the National Assembly truly reflect the wishes of citizens. Speaking during an interview on ARISE News, Cardinal John Onaiyekan said many Nigerians feel disconnected from those elected to serve them. He questioned if lawmakers’ priorities align with the needs of the people. […]
Elon Musk Publicly Affirms Alignment With Teachings of Jesus
Tech entrepreneur and innovator Elon Musk, widely recognized as one of the world’s wealthiest individuals, has once again publicly expressed alignment with Christian values. In a recent post on X, the platform he owns, Musk stated: “I agree with the teachings of Jesus.” The brief but direct comment has drawn widespread attention, as the billionaire […]
Court sentences Living Faith Pastor to death in Uyo
An Akwa Ibom State High Court in Uyo has sentenced Prince Emmanuel Umoh, a 29-year-old resident pastor of Living Faith Church, to death by hanging for the murder of his landlord, Gabriel Bassey Edward. The court found Umoh guilty of stabbing Edward, a University of Uyo student, to death inside the church premises. Evidence showed […]
CAN rejects Niger State hisbah law
The Christian Association of Nigeria has openly rejected a proposed Hisbah law in Niger State, saying it could threaten religious freedom and fairness. The group stated that any policy that appears to favor one religion over others may create division and misunderstanding among residents. According to CAN, laws in a democratic society should protect every […]
There’s nothing as Northern, Southern CAN’ – Christian Association of Nigeria threatens legal action
The Christian Association of Nigeria has clarified that it does not recognize any group operating under the titles “Northern CAN” or “Southern CAN,” stressing that it functions strictly as a single national body. According to the association, its structure only includes zonal, state, Federal Capital Territory, local government, district, and ward units, all coordinated from […]
New League Of Imams And Alfas Will Bring Boko Haram To South-West – Grand Mufti Warns
Concerns have been raised in parts of Southwest Nigeria following claims that a newly formed League of Imams and Alfas could pose security risks to the region. Some critics fear that the emergence of the group might create tensions or be wrongly linked to extremist threats such as Boko Haram. However, there is currently no […]
Unmarried Woman Flogged 140 Times In Indonesia For Having Sex, Drinking Alcohol
In Aceh, Indonesia, a woman and her partner were publicly lashed 140 times each for having sex outside marriage and consuming alcohol, marking one of the harshest punishments in the region in 25 years. The punishment was carried out with rattan canes under strict Sharia law, causing the woman to collapse and be taken away […]