RELIGION

Mar

2026

‘Seven Seas’ Claim: Anambra Pastor Accused of Repeatedly Sleeping with Teen During ‘Deliverance

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'Seven Seas’ Claim: Anambra Pastor Accused of Repeatedly Sleeping with Teen During ‘Deliverance’ "A deeply disturbing allegation has emerged from Anambra State, where a teenage girl’s desperate cry for help has brought to light claims of abuse, manipulation, and betrayal of trust involving a religious leader who was meant to offer spiritual guidance." "An Anambra-based pastor, Evangelist Dozie Favour Ezani, has been arrested for allegedly assaulting and impregnating a 16-year-old girl during a deliverance session. The victim claims repeated abuse and forced intake of substances to terminate the pregnancy. The suspect is currently in custody as investigations continue." Operatives of…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

From Armed Robber to Pastor: Nigerian Cleric Says Jesus Appeared During 1980 Bank Robbery

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From Armed Robber to Pastor: Nigerian Cleric Says Jesus Appeared During 1980 Bank Robbery "A Nigerian cleric’s startling confession about his alleged role in a 1980 bank robbery—and his claim of a supernatural encounter with Jesus—has ignited intense debate, drawing both belief and backlash across religious and public circles." "Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo, a Nigerian cleric, has claimed he participated in a 1980 bank robbery in Jos but experienced a life-changing encounter with Jesus that led to his transformation. His account has sparked controversy, with critics disputing the supernatural elements and questioning the story’s credibility." Rev. Ezekiel Dachomo of the Church…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

Eid al-Fitr 2026: iGOGlobal President Calls for Unity in Nigeria

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Eid al-Fitr 2026: iGOGlobal President Calls for Unity in Nigeria "Dr. Victor Legend Etukinyang, President of iGOGlobal Republic Inc., has urged Nigerians to embrace unity, peace, and national development as Muslims celebrate Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan." "As millions of Muslims across Nigeria mark the end of Ramadan, a powerful message of unity, hope, and national progress has emerged. President of iGOGlobal Republic Inc., Dr. Victor Legend Etukinyang, has called on Nigerians to embrace peace and togetherness, describing Eid al-Fitr as a defining moment for reflection and renewed commitment to nation-building." LAGOS, NIGERIA —President of iGOGlobal Republic Inc.,…

Mar

2026

By Famous Reporters

Burial Dates Announced for Nigerian Evangelist Uma Ukpai

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Burial Dates Announced for Nigerian Evangelist Uma Ukpai "The family of renowned Nigerian evangelist, Uma Ukpai, has announced an elaborate burial programme to honour the late cleric whose six decades of fiery evangelism and humanitarian outreach left a lasting mark on Christianity in Nigeria. Funeral activities scheduled across Akwa Ibom and Abia states are expected to draw thousands of worshippers, church leaders and admirers eager to pay their final respects to one of the pioneers of modern Pentecostal ministry in the country." The family of late Nigerian evangelist Uma Ukpai has officially announced the burial arrangements for the respected preacher,…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

IFEANYI UBAH: Knights of St John Apologise to Catholic Church Over Member’s Outburst at Nnewi Cathedral Dedication

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IFEANYI UBAH: Knights of St John Apologise to Catholic Church Over Member’s Outburst at Nnewi Cathedral Dedication "The Knights of St John International apologise to the Catholic Church following a member’s viral outburst at the dedication of Our Lady of Assumption Cathedral in Nnewi over alleged non-recognition of late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah." The Knights of St John International have tendered a formal apology to the Roman Catholic Church following the public outburst of one of their members, Sir James Louis Okoye, during the dedication of the Our Lady of Assumption Cathedral in Nnewi, Anambra State, on Wednesday. Okoye sparked controversy…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

Catholic Knight Renounces Christianity Over Church’s Failure to Acknowledge Ifeanyi Ubah’s Cathedral Contribution

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Catholic Knight Renounces Christianity Over Church’s Failure to Acknowledge Ifeanyi Ubah’s Cathedral Contribution "A Catholic knight has renounced Christianity after alleging that the Catholic Church failed to acknowledge late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah’s contributions to the Our Lady of Assumption Cathedral in Nnewi." A Catholic knight, identified as Sir James Louise, popularly known as “Ebube Anaedo,” has publicly announced his withdrawal from Christianity, alleging that the Catholic Church failed to acknowledge the contributions of the late Senator Ifeanyi Ubah to the construction of the Our Lady of Assumption Cathedral, Nnewi, Anambra State. The cathedral, described as a magnificent and colourful edifice,…

Jan

2026

By Famous Reporters

Stop Sending your Daughters, Sons to Live in Parish, Catholic Priest Warns Parents

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Stop Sending your Daughters, Sons to Live in Parish, Catholic Priest Warns Parents "A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Chidi Philip, warns Nigerian parents against sending minors to live in parish rectories for ‘training’, citing risks to children, priests, and the Church." A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Chidi Philip, has cautioned Nigerian parents against sending their young sons and daughters to live permanently with priests under the guise of “training” for priesthood. The young cleric said the practice exposes both children and priests to avoidable risks, misunderstandings, and emotional or spiritual harm. According to him, while mistakes can occur in any…

Dec

2025

By Famous Reporters

‘Why I Left the Priesthood’, Ex-Catholic Priest Patrick Waweru Reveals

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'Why I Left the Priesthood', Ex-Catholic Priest Patrick Waweru Reveals "Former Catholic priest Rev. Patrick Waweru explains why he left the Roman Catholic Church after four years to pursue marriage and family life. He discusses his personal convictions, his transition to the Charismatic movement, and why his exit was not due to conflict with the Church." Former Roman Catholic priest, Rev. Patrick Waweru, has shared the story behind his decision to leave the priesthood, get married, and raise a family—an outcome that has drawn public curiosity and mixed reactions. Rev. Waweru, who trained at the Society of Mary Seminary in…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

UPDATE: “A Priest Put His Belt Around My Waist” — Sr. Anastasia Recounts Abuse in Auchi Catholic Diocese

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UPDATE: “A Priest Put His Belt Around My Waist” — Sr. Anastasia Recounts Abuse in Auchi Catholic Diocese A Nigerian nun, Rev. Sr. Kinse who has been on the spotlight since the month of August has opened up more on her many years of sexual harassment in the hands of priests of Catholic Order, in Auchi Diocese. Rev. Sr. Anastasia Kinse, a member of the Congregation of Mother of Perpetual Help of the Archangels Sisters in the Auchi Diocese, Edo State, has publicly condemned the sexual harassment she allegedly endured during her years of religious service. Kinse, who joined the…

Oct

2025

By Famous Reporters

One said he wanted to be first to sleep with me— Dismissed Nun Catholic Priests Sexual Abuse

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One said he wanted to be first to sleep with me— Dismissed Nun Catholic Priests Sexual Abuse A former reverend sister, Annastasia Kinse, has made shocking revelations about sexual harassment and systemic cover-ups within the Catholic Church, claiming that some priests abused their positions of authority and that her refusal to submit to their advances led to her dismissal. Kinse, who hails from Plateau State and was the first woman from her village to take religious vows, shared her story in an exclusive interview with The Punch. She served nearly ten years with the Congregation of Mother of Perpetual Help…