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 Armed Forces Remembrance Day, in Calabar, retired soldier, Lawrence Effiom said: “As a retired Nigerian soldier who fought in the civil war, I have not... Read More

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August 22, 2013

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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 Pope Emeritus, announced his shock resignation in February and became the first pontiff to step down in 600 years. ‘God told me to do it,’... Read More

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May 22, 2013

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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 Ahaiazu Council Area of Imo State. Okpalaeke was appointed Bishop-elect of the diocese by former Pope Benedict XVI in December last year after the death of... Read More

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March 23, 2013

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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, the inspiration for Johnson’s subject and materials came after hearing the now-retired Pope deliver a speech on AIDS while on a 2009 tour of Africa.... Read More

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February 25, 2013

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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 towards priests dating from the 1980s. In a statement, he apologised to those he had offended during his ministry. The cardinal confirmed he would not... Read More

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February 17, 2013

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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 announcement this week that Pope Benedict XVI will resign at the end of February because of ill health there has been much speculation as to... Read More

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February 11, 2013

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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. The CNN reports it this way: “Pope Benedict will resign on February 28, his spokesman Father Federico Lombardi told CNN today. Lombardi did not give... Read More

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December 4, 2012

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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 forefathers is that sexually, they were out of control. Forget all those rumours those days being days of “decency”, “purity” and all that, those guys... Read More

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December 3, 2012

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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 his action. The number of followers garnered in record time was all the more remarkable noting the fact that the Pope is yet to post... Read More

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October 30, 2012

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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 Council is the highest decision and policy-making body for the Council for the Holy Father. Kukah’s appointment follows on the heels of the appointment of... Read More

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October 25, 2012

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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 Benedict XVI. In his statement made public by Reuben Abati, the special adviser to the president on media and publicity, Jonathan said this elevation clearly... Read More

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Prophecy predicts that the next Pope will be the last before the end of the world [DETAILS]

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“A great honour” for Nigeria: GEJ congratulates Cardinal Onaiyekan

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