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2027 Elections: Atiku Vows to Resist Rigging, Promises Credible Leadership Amid ADC Alliance Talks Former Vice President Atiku Abubakar has declared that he will firmly resist any form of electoral manipulation in the run-up to the 2027 general elections, pledging to champion credible leadership and transformative governance. Atiku made the vow on Saturday in a statement shared via his official X (formerly Twitter) account following a meeting with Gombe State stakeholders led by former Minister and Senator, Idris Abdullahi. “Enough is enough,” Atiku stated. “Nigerians cannot continue to suffer in the midst of abundant resources. The time…

Tinubu Mourns Peter Rufai: “He Wrote His Name in Gold” The president of Nigeria, Bola Tinubu has expressed profound sorrow over the passing of former Super Eagles goalkeeper and football legend, Peter Rufai, who died on Thursday at the age of 61 after a brief illness. In a statement issued by Presidential Spokesperson, Mr. Bayo Onanuga, the President extended heartfelt condolences to the Rufai family, friends, and the Nigerian football community. President Tinubu hailed Rufai’s enduring legacy in Nigerian sports, describing him as a “legendary figure” admired by football fans nationwide, who fondly referred to him as…

Global Faith Leaders Unite in Tokyo to Condemn War, Foster Peace and Dialogue By Augustine Orapine From July 1 to 3, 2025, religious leaders from across the globe convened in Tokyo, Japan, for a peace roundtable organized by Religions for Peace International. The gathering brought together prominent representatives of major world religions to denounce ongoing wars and promote interfaith dialogue as a path to global peace and reconciliation. The event welcomed figures from Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Confucianism, Shintoism, Sikhism, Taoism, and traditional indigenous religions. Many participants hailed from nations currently experiencing violent conflicts, underscoring the…

Vatican Declares New Liturgical Creation Day, Deepens Call to Environmental Justice By Fr. Okhueleigbe Osemhantie A. PhD In a landmark development that intertwines faith, liturgy, and ecological commitment, the Vatican has formally instituted a new liturgical celebration titled the *Missa “pro custodia creationis”*—the “Mass for the Care of Creation”—to be observed annually on July 3. This new formulary, now officially included in the *Missae pro variis necessitatibus vel ad diversa* section of the Roman Missal, underscores the Church’s renewed conviction that the care of our common home is not only a social concern but a sacred duty woven into…

From Humble Beginnings to Golden Glory: Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Forge 50-Year Legacy of Faith and Impact -By Ruben Mario Brodrick Benin City, Edo State – The St. Paul Catholic Church on Airport Road in Benin City was filled with joy and reverence on June 27, 2025, as the Congregation of the Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus marked their Golden Jubilee, celebrating 50 years of unwavering dedication and service. The solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus provided a poignant backdrop for this significant milestone, which also included the Silver Jubilee of two…

Zenith Bank Assures Investors of Exit from CBN Forbearance by June 30 Zenith Bank Plc, Nigeria’s largest bank by Tier-1 Capital, has reaffirmed its commitment to meeting all regulatory requirements necessary to exit the Central Bank of Nigeria’s (CBN) forbearance regime by June 30, 2025. The bank gave this assurance in a statement submitted to the Nigerian Exchange (NGX) Group on Tuesday, June 17, 2025, amid increased regulatory scrutiny following the CBN’s recent directive suspending dividend payments and intensifying oversight on banks with unresolved forbearance-related loans or infractions of the Single Obligor Limit (SOL). Clarifying its position, Zenith Bank stated,…

Unveiling the Unique Devotion: Why the Sacred Heart Association Stands Apart – By Ruben Mario Brodrick Benin City, Nigeria Among the many esteemed lay apostolate groups within the Catholic Church, the Association of the Sacred Heart of Jesus and Immaculate Heart of Mary has been singled out as exceptionally special. This high commendation comes from Very Rev. Fr. James Ogbeiwe, Administrator of Holy Cross Cathedral in Benin City, who recently made a passionate appeal for new members during an Archdiocesan Sacred Heart feast day celebration, coinciding with the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul. Fr. Ogbeiwe elaborated on what distinguishes…

A Promise Fulfilled: Senator Owie Dedicates Marian Grotto to Beloved Late Wife at Egbeta -By Ruben Mario Brodrick Egbeta, Edo State – In a profound act of love and remembrance, Distinguished Senator Roland S. Owie and his family have officially dedicated a Marian Grotto at St. Stephen Catholic Church in Egbeta, in Iguobazuwa Deanery. This beautiful edifice, a long-cherished dream of Senator Owie’s late wife, Lady Helen N. Owie, stands as a testament to her faith and a lasting gift to the community. The project, conceived by Lady Helen before her passing on April 9, 2025, aims to deepen the…

Golden Jubilee: Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus Mark 50th Anniversary in Benin City. – By Ruben Mario Brodrick The Congregation of the Sisters of the Sacred Heart of Jesus (SSH) celebrated its 50th anniversary recently, marking five decades of faith, healing, and a strong embrace of African identity. The historic Golden Jubilee took place at St. Paul Catholic Church, with Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze presiding over the Eucharistic celebration on the Solemn Feast of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. A Legacy of Vision and Service: Founded in 1975 by Archbishop Patrick Ebosele Ekpu of Blessed Memory,…