Christianity facing existential threat in Nigeria – Trump issues another warning
Former U.S. President Donald Trump has once again raised alarm about the safety of Christians in Nigeria, saying the faith is facing an existential threat in the country. Trump claimed that Christians are increasingly becoming targets of violence and persecution, and he stressed that the international community must pay closer attention to the situation. According […]
Genocide: Trump’s support for Nigeria’s persecuted Christians highlights commitment to religious freedom – Pompeo
Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has praised Donald Trump for speaking up for Christians facing violence and discrimination in Nigeria. Pompeo said Trump’s recent comments prove his commitment to protecting religious freedom around the world. He noted that Christian communities in Nigeria have suffered from attacks and rising insecurity, calling the situation a […]
‘Nigerians being buried in hundreds’ – Bishop Abioye tackles leaders denying Christian genocide
The General Overseer of Living Word Conquerors Global Assembly, Bishop David Abioye, has strongly criticised Nigerian leaders for denying what he described as a Christian genocide happening across the country. Speaking during a sermon to his congregation, Bishop Abioye lamented that people are “being buried in hundreds” while leaders continue to dismiss reports of targeted […]
Don’t make vague allegations, name terror sponsors – Omokri, JNI fault United States lawmaker
Former presidential aide Reno Omokri has called on United States Senator Ted Cruz, former U.S. Mayor Mike Arnold, and other American officials to reveal the names of those allegedly sponsoring terrorism or genocide in Nigeria instead of making vague accusations. His remarks came in response to claims by Ted Cruz that Nigeria’s security crisis amounts […]
There Is No Religious Persecution In Nigeria – Tinubu
President Bola Ahmed Tinubu has reassured Nigerians and the international community that there is no religious persecution in the country. He stated that Nigeria remains a diverse nation where people of different faiths coexist peacefully. Tinubu emphasized that his administration is committed to ensuring freedom of worship and the protection of every citizen’s rights, regardless […]
Preachers must submit sermon for approval in Niger state
Niger State Governor Umar Bago has announced that all preachers in the state will now be required to submit their sermons for approval before delivering them. The governor made this known during an interview on TVC’s Politics on Sunday, where he explained the new law introduced to regulate preaching in the state. He said the […]
Court Rules In Favour Of Female Corps Members, Approves Skirt Option For NYSC
A Federal High Court in Abuja has made a big decision that supports female NYSC members who want to wear skirts instead of trousers because of their religion. The court ruled that the National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) must allow skirts if a corps member’s faith does not permit trousers. Justice Hauwa Yilwa gave this […]
Deeper Life Bible Church Reacts To Demolition Of Properties By Lagos Gov’t
Deeper Life Bible Church has reacted strongly after several of its church buildings were demolished by the Lagos State government. The church says these actions have disturbed its normal worship and religious gatherings. In a public statement shared by its legal team, Nojim Tairu & Co., the church described the demolitions as a deliberate attack […]
Sharia: Zamfara Govt Gives Update On Lady Allegedly Facing Death Penalty For Converting To Christianity
A story went viral that a 22-year-old woman was going to be tried in a Sharia Court in Zamfara State because she changed her religion from Islam to Christianity. It was also claimed that she might face the death penalty. But this story is not true. The Zamfara State government quickly responded to the news […]
Girl sues JAMB over hijab removal during UTME
A teenage girl, Lawal Hameedat Adenike, has taken the Joint Admissions and Matriculation Board (JAMB) and a test centre named PEFTI to court. She claims they forced her to remove her hijab before she could take the 2025 UTME exam. The case was filed by her mother, Basirat Ojo, who is also acting as her […]