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Former Minister of Youth and Sports, Solomon Dalung, has criticized former Kaduna State governor, Nasir El-Rufai, for voluntarily submitting to security authorities before his court appearance, describing the move as a major error. In an interview aired on Trust TV via YouTube on Tuesday, Dalung claimed that authorities had earlier tried, unsuccessfully, to apprehend El-Rufai at an airport. He suggested the government was wary of the former governor and feared that a forceful arrest could provoke unrest. Dalung argued that El-Rufai’s decision to turn himself in weakened his position. According to him, individuals involved in political struggles typically avoid surrendering,…

THIS IS ABOUT THE SELECTION OF POPE LEO XIV, FROM A JUDGE IN KENYA WHO IS NOT A CATHOLIC. By Hon. Justice Aggrey There is a kind of wisdom that is not loud. It does not seek attention. It does not scream to be seen. It simply exists, quietly, deeply and eternally. This is the wisdom of the Catholic Church, a body that has outlived empires, survived schisms, endured scandals and yet remains standing, steady and sacred. The Catholic Church is not a trend. It is not a social wave. It is an institution that walks with time but listens…

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…

Super Eagles Drop to 44th in Latest FIFA Rankings By Augustine Orapine The Super Eagles of Nigeria have dropped one spot in the latest FIFA World Rankings released on Thursday, slipping from 43rd to 44th in the world. Despite the slight fall, Nigeria remains one of Africa’s footballing powerhouses, retaining its status as the fifth-best team on the continent. The Super Eagles now trail behind Morocco (12th), Senegal (18th), Egypt (34th), and Algeria (36th), but continue to stay ahead of traditional rivals South Africa (56th) and Ghana (76th). The drop comes after a period of mixed…

THE CATHOLIC CHURCH WARNS HER FAITHFUL AGAINST BELIEVING IN DREAMS AND ALLIED FOOLERIES By: Fr. Okhueleigbe Osemhantie A. PhD In every generation, religious enthusiasm often expresses itself in fascination with dreams, visions, apparitions, and other extraordinary phenomena. Dreams, in particular, have continued to intrigue both believers and skeptics. Within the Catholic tradition, however, there is a measured and theologically grounded caution regarding the interpretation and reliance on dreams as sources of divine instruction. This caution is neither a denial of biblical precedence nor a rejection of divine sovereignty but a pastoral and doctrinal effort to safeguard the faithful…

Esther Kolawole Clinches Gold at Spanish Wrestling Grand Prix Nigerian wrestling star Esther Kolawole delivered a resounding statement ahead of the Paris 2024 Olympics with a dominant performance at the 2024 Spanish Wrestling Grand Prix, clinching gold in spectacular fashion. Kolawole was in unstoppable form in the 62kg category, overpowering her opponents with precision and power throughout the tournament. In Saturday’s final, she dismantled American Haylie Jaffe 10-0 by superiority, sealing the gold medal without conceding a single point. “It feels amazing to see the hard work paying off,” Kolawole said after her victory. “This is just…

Benue Killings: We’ll Confront Land-Grabbing Head-On to Restore Peace — Tinubu By Augustine Orapine Makurdi — President Bola Tinubu has vowed to tackle the issue of land-grabbing directly, if it is found to be the root cause of the recurring killings by armed herdsmen in Benue State. He made this declaration during a visit to Makurdi, following last Friday’s deadly attack in Yelwata, where over 200 people were killed. During a town hall meeting with stakeholders in the state capital, President Tinubu stressed the need for a lasting solution and peace, describing development as impossible without peace. “We were not…

ARCHBISHOP AKUBEZE CONSECRATES ST. JOSEPH CATHOLIC CHURCH, CONFIRMS 29 FAITHFUL By Augustine Orapine The Catholic community in Ukomu came alive with joy, colour, and deep spirituality on Saturday as the Metropolitan Archbishop of Benin City, Most Rev. Dr. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, dedicated the newly constructed St. Joseph Catholic Church, Okomu, and administered the sacrament of confirmation to 29 faithful. The historic celebration was marked by a vibrant cultural welcome as the Archbishop was received with a traditional Tiv dance, symbolising the unity of faith and culture in the Church’s mission. The dedication Mass was attended by clergy, religious, parishioners, guests…

Credit: Ameh Comrade Godwin, Chris Johnson and Winner James The people of Yelewata, a quiet farming settlement tucked along the tail end of Benue State on the Abuja-Makurdi highway, will forever remember June 13-14, 2025, not as just another date on the calendar, but as the darkest chapter in their history. On that harrowing Friday night/Saturday morning, residents of the town woke to the deafening crackle of gunfire, the glow of burning homes/stores and the horrifying cries of children being hacked, shot or burnt alive by suspected armed herdsmen. By the break of dawn on Saturday, June 14, over 300…