Category Archives: Politics
Anglican Bishop Declares, ‘Politicians Now Do Executive Rigging’
Bishop of Anglican Church, Sapele Diocese in Delta State, Reverend Blessing Erifeta has said openly that politicians have diverted from ‘thuggery rigging’ to what he called ‘executive rigging.’ Bishop Erifeta made the accusation at the end of a communion service at St. Paul Anglican Church, Osubi, Okpe Local Government Area of the state, organized to … Continue reading
Christian Body Cautions INEC, Security Agencies against Partisanship
As the 2019 general elections draw near, a stern warning has gone the way of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) along with security agencies in the country to shun compromising its neutrality before, during and after the exercise. The group, the Southern Christian Forum issued the caution in a communiqué made available to journalists … Continue reading
Osinbajo Recounts Pst. Adeboye’s Prayer before Chopper Crash
Nigeria’s Vice President, Yemi Osinbajo has attributed his survival of Saturday’s chopper crash in Kogi State to God’s mercy and the prayers of the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God, Pastor Enoch Adeboye the night before. Osinbajo revealed this on Sunday while giving testimony at the RCCG, City of Grace, Lokoja, … Continue reading
Onnoghen: Christian Elders Allege Islamic Agenda over Removal of former CJN
Christian elders in Nigeria have raised alarm over a perceived Islamic agenda in the country. This is a reaction to the recent suspension of the Chief Justice of Nigeria, Walter Onnoghen and appointment of Justice Tanko Muhammad as acting CJN. The National Christian Elders Forum who made known their stand in a statement released on … Continue reading
Bishop Kukah, Anyaoku, Others Call for Credible Polls
The Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese, Matthew Hassan Kukah, Ex-Secretary General of the Commonwealth, Emeka Anyaoku and others have called on the government of Nigeria to ensure that the February and March polls are free and fair. They made the call in Lagos on Tuesday at a symposium, themed; “Electoral Integrity, Legitimacy of Democratic Institutions … Continue reading
Pope Francis Warns Against Possible Bloodbath in Venezuela
Head of the Roman Catholic Church, Pope Francis, has warned against a possible “bloodbath” in Venezuela following the call for two protests by self-acclaimed president, Juan Guaido, in an effort to instigate the military to turn against President Nicolas Maduro. The Pope issued the warning on Monday after his return from Panama, adding that he … Continue reading