Category Archives: Columns
Churches Are Empty in Nigeria, What Do We Do?
Churches Are Empty in Nigeria, What Do We Do? By Ibrahim Lapinni The word “church” is a translation of the Greek word ‘Ekklesia,’ which is defined as “an assembly” or “called-out ones.” The “called-out ones” in this instance are the believers, the true worshipers of the living God. The early Christian church began in Jerusalem. … Continue reading
Christian Group Urges CAN to Sanction Members Fueling Insecurity
Christian Group Urges CAN to Sanction Members Fueling Insecurity By Ibrahim Lapinni A religious pressure group, Christians Without Borders (CWB), has called on the leadership of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) to sanction members purportedly perpetuating insecurity in the country. The group said the idea of promoting hate speeches from the pulpit was fast … Continue reading
The Aspect of Discipling Christians is Weak in Today’s Christianity”- Pst. Alawode
“The Aspect of Discipling Christians is Weak in Today’s Christianity”- Pst. Alawode By Ololade Olatimehin In view of the seeming state of the country where a number of Nigerian Christians appear righteous, with the society remaining a bastion of evil and atrocities, the publicity director of Christ Apostolic Church worldwide, Pastor Ademisoye Alawode has expressed … Continue reading
JABU Acting VC Debunks Accusation of Discrimination
Christian Apathy in Governance, a Recipe for Doom By Anne Bassey Over the years, Christians have exhibited apathy concerning the affairs of government, terming politics as a dirty game yet, complain when the method of governance adopted is wrong. President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Reverend Samson Olasupo Ayokunle in his bid to … Continue reading
Missing Document Stalls Prophet’s Fraud Trial
Missing Document Stalls Prophet’s Fraud Trial By Samuel Mayowa Monday’s trial of Prophet Cletus Ilongwo could not go on as planned following the prosecution’s failure to provide the defense with basic documents for proceedings. Prophet Ilongwo who is the founder and general overseer of Power of the Holy Ghost Evangelical Ministry, a.k.a Tuesday Tuesday Church … Continue reading
Christian Couple’s Wedding Magazine Closes After Refusing to Feature Homosexuals
Christian Couple’s Wedding Magazine Closes After Refusing to Feature Homosexuals By Ololade Olatimehin Luke and Carla Burrell, Christian owners of White magazine have announced that it is being forced to shut down after advertisers punished them for refusing to feature same-sex couples. The couple made the claim in a blog post where they explained that … Continue reading