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World leaders have paid glowing tributes to the shocking news of the death of Pope Francis on Easter Monday morning. Announced by Cardinal Kevin Farrell in a statement released by the Vatican, he praised the pontiff for a life “dedicated to service” and for his particular attention to “the poorest and most marginalised.” On Easter Sunday, Pope Francis – who was 88, had recently suffered a serious bout of double pneumonia – made his final public appearance, blessing babies and greeting people in St Peter’s Square. President Bola Tinubu President Bola Tinubu who condoled with the Catholic Church, the global…

The University of Ibadan, Ibadan, in Oyo State, has raised concerns about the growing trend of the organised recruitment and participation of female students in tertiary institutions in Nigeria as egg donors for in vitro fertilisation (IVF) procedures. The Director of Health Services of the institution, Dr Aderonke B. Ajayi, in an internal memorandum entitled “Health Advisory on Egg Donation,” said egg donation offers a beacon of hope for couples struggling with infertility. Ajayi warned against exploiting it as a reliable source of income or a casual means of income had potential health and safety implications, including concerns about future…

The Archbishop of Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Matthew Hassan Kukah, has fired the salvo that the country is slowly turning into a vast national morgue due to incessant killings and widespread violence. In his Easter Sunday message, Bishop Kukah expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s deteriorating security situation. In the past two weeks, more than 140 persons were wasted in Benue and Plateau  States by suspected killer herdsmen. Related news Easter: Pope condemns Anti-semitism, As Governors preach peace and unity  Kukah seeks comprehensive work plan to secure Nigeria  ‘Our leaders chose feast in place of fast’- Kukah He, therefore, appealed to President…

“Happy Easter,” the 88-year-old Pope Francis in a weak voice from his wheelchair at the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica, pronounced to the delight of tens of thousands of faithful and others in the flower-filled square. Appearing in front of thousands of Catholic faithful at St Peter’s Square on Sunday for Easter, the Argentine pontiff  traditionally delivers his “Urbi et Orbi” (“To the City and the World”) benediction from the balcony that overlooks St Peter’s Square, but he gave that task to a collaborator Sunday. This is as Governors across the states have called on Nigerians to embrace unity, peace,…

Morocco lifted their first-ever TotalEnergies CAF U-17 Africa Cup of Nations trophy after a dramatic 4-2 penalty shootout victory over two-time champions Mali on Saturday evening. The fiercely contested final at the Stade El Bachir in Mohammedia ended goalless in regulation time, but the young Atlas Lions gallantly claim the crown on home soil. Goalkeeper Zakaria Alaoui made two crucial saves in the shootout to deny Mali and spark wild celebrations across the stadium. Overall, both teams approached the match with tactical setups- Mali pressing aggressively through their midfield engines, while Morocco focused on structured defending and swift counters. Morocco’s…

A popular Nigerian clergyman, Pastor Abel Damina, has berated the founder of Salvation Ministries, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, over his sermon that Jesus Christ hates poverty and never associated with the poor during His time on earth. Ibiyeomie, in a viral video on social media, told his congregation that Jesus never visited any poor person’s home, which he interpreted as a sign of divine disapproval of poverty. The Pastor further stated that Christ’s death and resurrection were not only to bring salvation but also to free believers from poverty. Related news They are bunch of jokers seeking relevance, Damina Damns NSCEA …

Christians in Akwa Ibom joined their counterparts across the country and the world to celebrate the Good Friday. From Catholic Church, The Presbyterian, The Apostolic Church, The Anglican Communion to the Afircan Church, among others, Christians gathered in their churches in Uyo and the 31 local government areas to worship the death of Jesus. Good Friday commemorates the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, who was arrested on a Friday ages ago and then placed on a cross and left to die. Good Friday is the Friday before Easter day. Every year, Christians observe the remembrance of the crucifixion and…

Concerns that wanton killings and kidnappings may not abate have forced some prominent Nigerians to be unanimous in the growing calls on communities to defend themselves against activities of killer herdsmen in the country. Former Senate President and retired army general, Senator David Mark, sought community self-defence mechanisms after 15 persons were killed around his homeland, Otukpo, the headquarters of Idoma land. Mark, in a statement by his spokesman, Mr. Paul Mumeh, said it was time communities begin to organise themselves into vigilanté groups to halt further invasion by those he described as murderers. The Senator tasked security operatives to…

Former Governor of Kogi State, Alhaji Yahaya Bello, has petitioned the Inspector-General of Police over alleged defamatory statements made against him by the suspended Senator representing Kogi Central Senatorial District in the National Assembly, Sen. Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan. In the petition, written and signed by his solicitor, Mr. N.A. Abubakar, to the IG on Wednesday, Bello called on the Nigeria Police Force under his (IG’s) leadership to invite Akpoti-Uduaghan to substantiate her assassination allegation against him with credible evidence. “Where she fails to do so, cause her to be arrested and prosecuted in accordance with the provisions of the law for…

Inter Milan booked Champions League semi-finals on Wednesday after drawing 2-2 with Bayern Munich to win a pulsating last-eight tie 4-3 on aggregate. Italian champions Inter will face Barcelona in the semis after goals in the space of three minutes from Captain Lautaro Martinez and Benjamin Pavard cancelled out a Harry Kane strike for Bayern which levelled the tie in the 52nd minute. Eric Dier’s looping header in the 75th minute earned Bayern a draw on the night in soaking and blustery Milan but that wasn’t enough for Vincent Kompany’s side to continue their bid to be crowned Kings of Europe…