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Living with Scoliosis has been a journey of ups and downs, challenges and triumphs. As I reflect on my path, I am reminded of the resilience and determination that have carried me through. My name is Aihie Princess Osariemen, and I am from Nigeria. I am 20 years old, and I was diagnosed with scoliosis when I was 12. The purpose of writing this article is to raise awareness about scoliosis, share personal strategies for managing its challenges, and empower individuals with scoliosis to take control of their journey. This word may seem strange to many of…

Enduring legacy of Buhari: A leader of Contrasts          By Aihie Princess Muhammudu Buhari’s legacy is a complex tapestry of contradictions-a military leader turned democratic president, a champion of stability and security, yet a figure of controversy and division. As Nigeria continues to navigate its path forward, one thing is clear: Buhari impact on the nation’s history will be felt for generations to come . Muhammadu Buhari was born on December 17, 1942 in Daura, Katsina State, Nigeria to a Fulani family. His Father, Mallam Hardo Adamu, was a Fulani chieftain, and his…

To All Christ’s Faithful in the Archdiocese of Benin City Clarification on the Jubilee of Priests, Religious, and Seminarians Beloved in Christ, Greetings of peace in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. This is to bring to your kind attention an important update regarding the upcoming Jubilee of Priests, Religious, and Seminarians scheduled to take place on Monday, August 4th, 2025. Please kindly disregard the earlier information which indicated St. Paul Catholic Church, Airport Road as the venue. The correct and confirmed venue for this sacred celebration is now: Holy Cross Cathedral, Benin City Time remains 10:00am prompt We…

✝️ New Month Blessings On behalf of the Archbishop, Priests, Consecrated Persons, and the Directorate of Social Communication, Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City Dear People of God, As we joyfully cross the threshold into this new month, we raise our hearts in thanksgiving to the Eternal God, whose mercy endures forever. In the spirit of the Church’s communion and mission, we bring you warm greetings in the name of Christ our Light and Peace. May this new month be for you a season of grace, renewal, and deeper communion with the Lord. May the Holy Spirit guide your steps, enlighten…

BIRTHDAY FELICITATION On behalf of His Grace, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, the Priests, Consecrated Persons, and Lay Faithful of the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, the Directorate of Social Communications,joyfully extend our heartfelt birthday greetings to Your Grace, Most Rev. Ignatius Ayau Kaigama, Archbishop of the Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja and Metropolitan of the Abuja Ecclesiastical Province. We thank God for the gift of your life and for your tireless witness to the Gospel, your shepherd’s heart, and your unwavering dedication to the mission of the Church in Nigeria and beyond. Your leadership, wisdom, and pastoral presence…

FELICITATION On behalf of His Grace, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, the Priests, Consecrated Persons, and the Lay Faithful of the Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, the Directorate of Social Communications, heartily rejoice with you, Most Rev. (Dr.) Donatus Ogun, OSA, on the joyous occasion of your 32nd Priestly Ordination Anniversary. We thank God for the gift of your priesthood and your unwavering dedication to the mission of the Church. Your tireless service, pastoral zeal, and fatherly leadership continue to inspire and uplift the People of God. As you mark this beautiful milestone, we pray that the…

A PRESS CONFERENCE BY THE ARCHDIOCESAN DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL COMMUNICATIONS, CATHOLIC ARCHDIOCESE OF BENIN CITY, 34 AIRPORT ROAD, BENIN CITY, ON WEDNESDAY, 30 JULY, 2025. SETTING THE RECORD STRAIGHT: ST. PHILOMENA COLLEGE OF NURSING IS NOT GOVERNMENT OWNED. Introduction He who speaks the truth gives honest evidence, but a false witness utters deceit. — Proverbs 12:17 (RSVCE). On this note, I welcome you, ladies and gentlemen of the press, esteemed guests, and fellow citizens to this press conference at the Archdiocesan Secretariat of Social Communications and Printing Press. My name is Rev. Fr. Jude Orah, and I am the Director…

INVITATION TO THE JUBILEE OF PRIESTS, RELIGIOUS, AND SEMINARIANS The Catholic Archdiocese of Benin City, under the spiritual leadership of His Grace, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, cordially invites all Priests, Religious, Seminarians, and Christ’s Faithful to the Jubilee Celebration of Priests, Religious and Seminarians, in commemoration of the Jubilee Year of Hope 2025. Date: Monday, August 4th, 2025 Time: 10:00am Prompt Venue: St. Paul Catholic Church, Airport Road, Benin City This special celebration is an opportunity to honor the selfless dedication of those who have responded to God’s call and to rekindle the spirit of faith, service, and hope…

Ekpu: A Personal Retrospection On Candid Priesthood By Emma Okondo We will be remembering the transition of Archbishop Emeritus Most Reverend Dr. Patrick Ebosele Ekpu a year ago, precisely on the 6th August, 2024, with diverse memories of him, and what he stood for. So it is with my joyful retrospection of the genesis of his persona as it first registered in my head, on Thursday, 5th July 1973, during his installation as Bishop of Benin City, in succession to Most Reverend Patrick Joseph Kelly. Then at 14 in St. John isBosco College, Ubiaja, my hometown, under the Ishan Division…

📜 ONE-YEAR MEMORIAL MASS Dear Presidents, Coordinators, and Leaders of Associations, Societies, and Apostolate Groups, Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ. With heartfelt remembrance and Christian hope, this is to inform you that there would be a One-Year Memorial Mass of our dearly beloved Late Emeritus Archbishop, Most Rev. Patrick Ebosele Ekpu, scheduled as follows: 📅 Date: Wednesday, August 6, 2025 ⛪ Venue: Holy Cross Cathedral, Benin City 🕙 Time: 10:00 AM You are kindly requested to mobilize your members and ensure full participation in this solemn celebration, as we gather as one…