Tag: Christians
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FG has no plans to Islamise Nigeria – Lai Mohammed
The Federal Government has declared that it is difficult to Islamise Nigeria by any government, saying that it has no hidden agenda to achieve such plan. The Minister of Information and Culture, Alh. Lai Mohammed made declaration on Monday at the North-Central Edition of Town Hall Meeting held in Ilorin, Kwara state. He said that…
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Killing of Christians: Nigeria’s unity in jeopardy if issue of religion is not properly handled – Jonathan
Former President Goodluck Jonathan has warned that the unity of Nigeria may be in great jeopardy if the issue of religion is not properly handled. Jonathan gave the statement in a speech he delivered at the U.S. House Sub Committee on Africa on February 1, 2017. He added that it is not in the best…
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Christians should not protest Suleman’s invitation by DSS – OFM
The Omega Fire Ministry, OFM has warned Christians across the country against holding any form of solidarity protest against the foiled arrest and invitation of its founder, Apostle John Suleman by the Department of State Services, DSS over a controversial speech TheNewsGuru.com recalls that the DSS had attempted arresting the firebrand cleric sequel to the…
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‘Own a sword, defend yourselves’, bishop tells Christians
Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Ughelli, Delta State, Bishop Diamond Emuobor, said Christians in the country should endeavor to own a sword and defend themselves against rampaging Fulani herdsmen. Emuobor gave the charge on Wednesday in Ughelli while reacting to recent killings in Southern Kaduna which had claimed lives and property. The…
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CAN advocates introduction of Christian religious studies in Yobe schools
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) in Yobe has appealed to the state government to introduce Christian religious studies in public schools. The state CAN Chairman, Rev. Jibrin Joshua, made the call when he briefed newsmen in Damaturu on Sunday. According to him, despite the constitutional provision for freedom of worship, the teaching of Christian…
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7 ways to best enjoy Christmas in Nigeria
Christmas marks the remembrance of the birth of Jesus Christ and in Nigeria and it is a moment that is highly cherished by Christians. For many families in Nigeria, Christmas is also an opportunity for family members, friends to reunite. Lots of family members come together during this period not just to celebrate Jesus but…
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Stop worshipping God inside buildings under construction – CAN warns churches
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has advised churches across the country to stop worshipping God inside buildings under construction in order to avert avoidable tragedies like that which occurred at the Reigners Bible Church Int’l Inc, Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, last Saturday. A statement by the General Secretary of CAN, Dr. Musa Asake, lamented…