Pope Francis: Certificate reveals cause of death
According to Pope Francis’ death certificate, the late pontiff died of a stroke, which led to a coma and “irreversible” heart failure. The update was given by the Vatican on…
Nigeria, house divided against itself
By Ike Willie-Nwobu The killing of the 16 people who were said to be hunters in Uromi, Edo State on March 25 has continued to highlight the massive challenges Nigeria…
Catholic Secretariat declare prayer session for late Pope Francis
mourns Pontiff From Fred Ezeh, Abuja Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) has declared a special prayer session across the dioceses in the country for the repose of the soul of…
“I can’t stand sexist men but the world is full of them unfortunately!”
“Tobs, why have you been avoiding me?” Rick asked quietly. I avoided his eyes, thinking of how I will talk myself out of a potentially dangerous situation. “Avoiding you, why…
Arsonists set Osun high court on fire
…attack unjustifiable – Adeleke From Lateef Dada, Osogbo Osun State Governor, Ademola Adeleke, has described the attack on the state high court by unknown arsonists as unjustifiable. The state high…
The importance of Easter
Easter reminds us of the sacrifice our Lord Jesus made for us; His vicarious death. It reminds us of how He took our place so we could take His place.…
Benue under siege, Alia cries out as death toll rises to 72
From Scholastica Hir, Makurdi Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia has stated that the State is currently under siege by those seeking to occupy the land. This was after…
What’s the difference between national security and security threats?
In these days of heightened insecurity in the land and frequent talks about “security threats”, many of us who are not schooled on the complex act of managing stability and…
Plateau Killings: We’re excluded from peace parley, MACBAN laments
From Jude Owuamanam Jos Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN), Plateau State Chapter hae expresses surprise and concern over being excluded from a security meeting held by the…
Two dead, 22 rescued in Lagos collapsed building
By Christopher Oji Two persons died while 22 others were injured yesterday when a building collapsed on Oremeta Street, Ojodu, Lagos. The 3-story building housing a restaurant collapsed in the…