Catholic news nigeria

Here are some recent Catholic news stories from Nigeria:

  1. Pope Francis appoints new Archbishop of Abuja: Pope Francis has appointed Archbishop Ignatius Kaigama, the current Archbishop of Jos, as the new Archbishop of Abuja, replacing Archbishop John Onaiyekan who reached the retirement age of 75. (Source: Catholic News Agency)
  2. Nigerian Catholic bishops call for peaceful elections: The Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has called on Nigerians to maintain peace and unity during the upcoming general elections, scheduled for February 2023. (Source: Vanguard News)
  3. Catholic Church in Nigeria launches new pastoral plan: The Catholic Church in Nigeria has launched a new pastoral plan aimed at revitalizing the Church's mission and evangelization efforts in the country. (Source: Catholic News Agency)
  4. Nigerian priest kidnapped in Kaduna: A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. John Bako, has been kidnapped by unknown gunmen in Kaduna State, Nigeria. (Source: Daily Trust)
  5. Catholic Church in Nigeria mourns death of Archbishop of Lagos: The Catholic Church in Nigeria is mourning the death of Archbishop Alfred Martins, the Archbishop of Lagos, who passed away on January 20, 2023, at the age of 74. (Source: This Day Live)
  6. Nigerian Catholic seminarians graduate from Rome: A group of Nigerian Catholic seminarians have graduated from the Pontifical Urban University in Rome, Italy, after completing their theological studies. (Source: The Nation)
  7. Catholic Church in Nigeria launches campaign against human trafficking: The Catholic Church in Nigeria has launched a campaign against human trafficking, aimed at raising awareness and preventing the scourge in the country. (Source: Catholic News Agency)
  8. Nigerian Catholic bishop calls for prayers for peace in the country: Bishop Matthew Kukah, the Bishop of Sokoto, has called on Nigerians to pray for peace and unity in the country, amidst growing insecurity and political tensions. (Source: Premium Times)
  9. Catholic Church in Nigeria celebrates World Day of Migrants and Refugees: The Catholic Church in Nigeria has celebrated the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, highlighting the plight of migrants and refugees in the country. (Source: Catholic News Agency)
  10. Nigerian Catholic priest wins international award: Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Obiora, a Nigerian Catholic priest, has won the 2022 International Catholic Award for his work in promoting peace and reconciliation in Nigeria. (Source: The Guardian)

These are just a few examples of recent Catholic news stories from Nigeria.