June 26
Nigeria: Macban Urges Fulanis to Embrace Western, Islamic Education
This Day
Fulanis in Nigeria have been challenged to embrace western and Islamic education to make them a people with respect in the face of ethnic profiling. Read more »
Nigeria: Feeding the Church Rat Poisoned Holy Communion
Daily Trust
There is a Hausa proverb that says, 'a good Friday market is noticed from its activities on Wednesday'. Like the proverb, there is a sign that the administrators of the Tinubu… Read more »
Zimbabwe: President Meets Indian-Based Cleric
The Herald
Indian-based cleric Father Arnaldo Pinho yesterday paid a courtesy call on President Mnangagwa, with the two discussing the role of religion in shaping nationhood and also agreeing… Read more »
Uganda: Ugandan Pilgrims Celebrate Successful Hajj Journey
Nile Post
The successful pilgrimage highlights the strong collaboration between Salam TV, Weli Travel, Muzaata Hajj and Umrah Tours, and Uganda Airlines. Pilgrims' gratitude reflects the… Read more »
Zimbabwe: Pap Speaks On African Conflicts
The Herald
Pan-african Parliament president Chief Fortune Charumbira has called on the African Union to strengthen efforts to resolve conflicts on the continent, especially in Sudan and the… Read more »
June 25
Malawi: Leadership of Evangelical Church Visits Chakwera - Hails His Leadership During the Loss of Veep
Nyasa Times
Leadership of the Evangelical Association of Malawi (EAM) has hailed His Excellency, Dr. Lazarus McCarthy Chakwera, President of the Republic of Malawi, for his outstanding… Read more »
Kenya: Religious Leaders in Solidarity With 'Gen-Z' Led Protests Rejecting Finance Bill 2024, Condemn Use of Excessive Force By Police
CISA
In a united front, religious leaders across Kenya have expressed their staunch opposition to the proposed Finance Bill 2024, citing its potential to impose severe economic… Read more »
Nigeria: Church Backs Call to Abolish Open Grazing in Nigeria
Daily Trust
The Synod of All Nations Evangelism Ministry (ANEM) in Benue State has endorsed the call for the Nigerian Senate to abolish open grazing of animals across the country. Read more »
Nigeria: Another Nigerian Pilgrim Returns Lost €1,750 Pounds in Hajj
Vanguard
A Nigerian pilgrim, Muhammad Na'Allah from Gumi Local Government Area of Zamfara state has returned the sum of €1,750 (One thousand seven hundred and fifty euros) which he… Read more »
Nigeria: Church Accuses Ex-Member of Alleged Blackmail Over Vehicle Gift, False Debt
Vanguard
The leadership of Grace Nation Church, Lagos, has accused a former member, one Omolayo Ibukun Michael, of using the media to blackmail it over two vehicles he gifted the church… Read more »
Uganda: Janet Museveni Hails Watoto Church for Contribution to Uganda
Nile Post
The First Lady and Minister of Education, Janet K. Museveni, has applauded Watoto Church for its significant contributions to the nation of Uganda over the past four decades. Read more »
June 24
Nigeria: Father Mikah Suleiman Kidnapped
Agenzia Fides
The parish priest of St. Raymond's Church in Damba (Gusau) in Zamfara State in northwestern Nigeria, Mikah Suleiman, was abducted by armed men who broke into the rectory on… Read more »
Nigeria: Fire Razes Christ Embassy Church Headquarters in Lagos
Daily Trust
An early morning fire has razed the headquarters of the Christ Embassy Church located in the Oregun area of Ikeja, Lagos State. Read more »
Namibia: Christian Democratic Voice MP Says ECN 'Declared War' On Party
Namibian
Christian Democratic Voice parliamentarian Gotthard Kandume says the Electoral Commission of Namibia's decision to deregister his party is a declaration of war on them. Read more »
Nigeria: Worshippers Recount Ordeal As Fire Guts Christ Embassy HQ
Vanguard
Worshippers and members of Love World International, commonly known as Christ Embassy, are recounting their ordeals, following yesterday's mysterious fire that razed both the… Read more »
June 23
Nigeria: 2024 Hajj - Another Nigerian Governor Criticises NAHCON's Operations, Vows to Lead Campaign to Scrap Commission
Premium Times
Governor Umar Bago of Niger State says NAHCON should act as a regulator rather than managing the entire Hajj. Read more »
Nigeria: CSO Commends Kaduna Agency for Refunding $50 to Pilgrims [press release]
Premium Times
The refund to the pilgrims arose from the downward price review the agency got from the company that it engaged to slaughter animals on their behalf. Read more »
Nigeria: Fire Guts Christ Embassy Church in Lagos
Premium Times
The building, located in the Oregun area of Ikeja, is the headquarters of the church. Read more »
Nigeria: Christ Embassy Fire Now Under Control - Fire Service
Daily Trust
The Lagos State Fire and Rescue Service (LSFRS) said that the fire that engulfed the main auditorium of Christ Embassy Church Headquarters, Oregun, Ikeja, has been put under… Read more »
Nigeria: Fire Outbreak - We'll Build Bigger Christ Embassy Church - Pastor Oyakhilome
Premium Times
"Let the devil lick his wound. We must look at life from the spiritual. This is not an accident because we're not ordinary people..." Read more »
Kenya: Evangelical Churches to Prohibit Political Discussions Amid Finance Bill Protests
Capital FM
The Evangelical Churches of Kenya (EAK) has urged churches nationwide to prohibit politicians from engaging in political discussions during church services. Read more »
June 21
Ghana: Six Ghanaian Pilgrims Die During Hajj Heatwave in Mecca
Accra Times
Gomba stated that initial reports suggested 13 Ghanaian fatalities, but the number was later corrected to six following fingerprint identification at the morgue. Read more »
Nigeria: Saudi Arabia to Begin Issuance of Visas for 2025 Hajj in February
Daily Trust
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has announced that visa issuance for intending pilgrims for the Hajj pilgrimage will commence on February 19, 2025. Read more »
Egypt: EgyptAir Operates 8 Flights Friday to Bring Pilgrims Back Home
Egypt Online
EgyptAir will operate Friday 21/6/2024 eight flights to transport pilgrims back home after performing the Hajj rituals. Read more »
June 20
Nigeria: A Second Coming? - Support for Trump in Nigeria [blog]
CFR
Among a cross section of Nigerian Christians, support for former US President Donald Trump remains stubbornly strong. Read more »