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“Jonathan’s dangerous promise” – 7 important things you didn’t read yesterday (but should have)
by Kolapo Olapoju 1. Lamentations of forgotten ex-soldiers. Ex-soldiers are wondering why it is difficult for their pensions to be paid, after they fought for the nation's unity. During the…
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READ: Why I resigned as Catholic Pontiff – Pope Benedict reveals he left after ‘a mystical experience’
Former Pope Benedict has said he resigned after 'God told me to' during what he called a 'mystical experience', a Catholic news agency reported. Benedict, whose formal title is now…
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“We have no Bishop yet”: Increased tension in Imo as youth lock out newly consecrated Bishop
by Akan Ido The consecration of Monsignor Peter Okpalaeke as the new Bishop of Ahiara Catholic Diocese has continued to attract protests as youths locked up the Catholic Cathedral in Ahiara community in…
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Genius? Artist makes Pope portrait from condoms (PHOTOS)
For 25-year-old artist Niki Johnson’s latest piece, “Eggs Benedict,” the medium is most definitely the message. A portrait of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI that is made out of 17,000 condoms,…
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Just In: Britain’s Cardinal O’Brien resigns over allegations of ‘inappropriate behaviour’ [DETAILS]
Britain's most senior Roman Catholic cleric, Cardinal Keith O'Brien, is stepping down as leader of the Scottish Catholic Church. It follows allegations - which he contests - of inappropriate behaviour…
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Prophecy predicts that the next Pope will be the last before the end of the world [DETAILS]
The 12th century bishop of Armagh, Saint Malachy predicted that the next pope will be the last before the coming of Christ and the time of the end. After the…
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Just In: Pope Benedict is resigning
by Akan Ido The Cable News Network is reporting that the Pope Benedict will be resigning later in the month. The Pope has not given a reason for his decision.…
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Nigerians only have sex, and more in today’s news roundup with Cheta Nwanze
It is no surprise then that despite all the noise about Vision 20-20-20, our real economy is simply not growing. One thing that I will have to give to our…
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In Jesus name, we wait: Pope Benedict’s Twitter account attracts 31,000 followers … and he hasn’t even tweeted yet
by Isi Esene The Catholic Pontiff, Pope Benedict XVI, has opened a Twitter account. His account attracted over 31, 000 followers in less than one hour after the Vatican announced…
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TICKER: Pope appoints Matthew Kukah to Vatican’s Pontifical Council
Pope Benedict XVI has appointed Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah, Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Sokoto, as a member of the Pontifical Council for Inter-religious Dialogue, Vatican City. The 13-member…
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“A great honour” for Nigeria: GEJ congratulates Cardinal Onaiyekan
by Isi Esene President Goodluck Jonathan has sent a congratulatory message to Bishop John Onaiyekan on his recent elevation to the position of Cardinal of the Catholic Church by Pope…
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YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy
YMonitor
- Beyond the Power Struggle: Why a Strong Opposition Party is Crucial for Nigeria’s Democracy
- The Importance of Impartial Reporting in Nigeria’s Democracy
- Understanding the Role of Election Tribunals in Nigeria’s Electoral Process
- The Importance of Active Citizenship Beyond the Voting Booth
- How Ethnic Baiting is Undermining Nigeria’s National Security and Democracy