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Religion

‘Church is not a Building’- Vector Challenges Religious Norms

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Nigerian rapper and songwriter Olanrewaju Ogunmefun, professionally known as ‘Vector Tha Viper’ explains that he sees church as a spiritual state within oneself, not just a physical building. The music star shared his perspective in a recent interview where he argued that many people misunderstand the true meaning of church. “I don’t believe in church […]

 Nigeria is not created by God – Pastor Adefarasin

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Paul Adefarasin, Senior Pastor of House on the Rock Church, announced to his congregation that Nigeria is not a country created by God. The pastor dropped the controversial take during a worship service on Sunday, explaining why he believes the country is nothing but a tool in the hands of the British leaders. Speaking about […]

Religious Mobilisation and the Nigerian State: Pre-empting Narrative Control

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Religion has long been a powerful force in Nigeria, capable of forging unity or fuelling deep-seated division, hatred and violence. With over 90 per cent of the population identifying as either Christian or Muslim, the country is profoundly shaped by faith. Yet, this deeply religious landscape has become a double-edged sword. While it inspires solidarity […]

Nigerians have learnt religion in politics is counterproductive –Cleric

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… Calls for proper parenting in homes By Stephen Gbadamosi The Chief Imam of the University of Ibadan (UI) Central Mosque, Professor Abdulrahman Oloyede, has said the people of Nigeria have learnt that seeking political positions on the basis of religion has done more damage than good on the nation. Professor Oloyede, who made this […]

Religious Freedom: Nigeria, China, Saudi Arabia, 7 others on US blacklist

Religious Freedom: Nigeria, China, Saudi Arabia, 7 others on US blacklist

The United States has added Nigeria and nine other countries to a blacklist on religious freedom, Daily Times gathered. This is the first time Nigeria is being added to the list and will face sanctions if the record continues to deteriorate. The US Secretary of State, Mike Pompeo described Nigeria, as a “Country of Particular […]

Religion makes us throw away everything in our culture — Father Anselm Adodo on “Public Eye”

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Religion makes us throw away everything in our culture.”- Father Anselm Adodo on Public Eye. “The confusion about traditional medicine comes from religion, Christianity in particular. On Sunday, November 22, 2020, Funmi Iyanda had conversations about what should comprise primary healthcare in Nigeria, and the implications of a fusion of traditional and modern medicine with […]

Politicisation of religion has no place in Nigeria, Presidency warns

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Abuja – The Presidency has warned against religious intolerance among the diverse socio-cultural groups in the country, saying politicisation of religion, as forbidden by the constitution, has no place in Nigeria. Malam Garba Shehu, Senior Special Assistant to the President on Media and Publicity, in a statement in Abuja on Tuesday, frowned at some political […]

“I Have Never Paid Tithes, Religion Is Nigeria’s Greatest Problem” – Skiibii & Broda Shaggi fumes

In an interview conducted by daddy freeze at cool fm to celebrate Nigeria’s Independence day, Skiibii declares through out his life time he has never paid tithe. While popular Instagram Broda Shaggi highlighted the greatest problem in Nigeria which is Religion. Watch video below:-

Traditional functions do not stop a traditional ruler to practice his faith – Oba Mohammed, Onisiwo of Lagos

Traditional functions do not stop a traditional ruler to practice his faith- Oba Mohammed Yusuf, the Onisiwo of Tomaro and Abagbo, Lagos State I miss been a Marine Navigator- Oba Mohammed Yusuf, the Onisiwo of Tomaro and Abagbo, Lagos State Oba Mohammed Musiliu Adio Yusuf, the Onisiwo of Tomaro and Abagbo, Lagos State, is one […]

Philippines President, Rodrigo Calls God ‘stupid’

Philippines President, Rodrigo Calls God ‘stupid’

Philippines President Rodrigo Duterte courted controversy after he called God “stupid” for the concept of “original sin” in the Bible’s creation story, news portal Rappler reports. Addressing a summit in Davao City on Friday, Duterete, an open critic of the Catholic Church, said that he had issues with the Bible and questioned God’s logic, calling […]

Man slits daughter’s throat to appease God

Man slits daughter’s throat to appease God

Jodhpur rural police, has arrested a man who allegedly sacrificed his four-year-old daughter by slitting her throat on Saturday. Police superintendent (Jodhpur rural) Rajan Dushyant said the accused, whose name was given as Nawab Ali Qureshi – has confessed to the crime. “I am a Namazi and I love my child more than my own […]

Etiquettes Of Eating And Drinking In Ramadan And Fasting

The prophet (s.a.w.) provided the believers guidance/etiquettes related to eating and drinking in Ramadan and when fasting. Here are some of his sayings and traditions related to these issues.   “The Prophet (peace and blessings of Allah be upon him) used to break his fast with fresh dates before praying; if fresh dates were not […]

I Didn’t Beg To Be VP, I Can Leave At Short Notice – Osinbajo fumes

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Vice-President Yemi Osinbajo on Tuesday night said he would rather vacate his office as the nation’s Number Two man than compromise his Christian faith. Osinbajo stated this while responding to posers raised by some Christian leaders at the stakeholders’ meeting held at the new Banquet Hall of the Benue State Government House, Makurdi. He said […]

Nigeria may not live to see 2019 – Pastor Adeboye

The General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adeboye on Friday said Nigeria may not live to see 2019 elections if religious war breaks out in the country. Adeboye made the declaration at the ongoing Holy Ghost service for the month of May, 2018 tagged:’ Greater Than Your Enemies’. He […]

How Culture Is Destroying Christianity In Africa” – Pastor Poju Oyemade

Here’s a piece by Pastor Poju Oyemade on cultural dimension that may be destroying Christianity in Africa. Why what God has placed in the heart of the younger generation is necessary. This probably is my most sensitive and delicate write up so far, I have thought about this for years. There is a cultural issue […]

Pastor Adeboye: “Anyone not paying his tithe won’t go to heaven” – Freeze Reacts

Pastor Adeboye: "Anyone not paying his tithe won't go to heaven" - Freeze Reacts

Controversial OAP and leader of the free the sheeple movement, Daddy Freeze has reacted to RCCG’s Pastor Enoch Adeboye saying; “Anyone who is not paying his tithe is not going to heaven” He reacted and as usual backed it up with Bible verses. Freeze shared the video of him making the statement and wrote; “Wow!!! […]

I was the angel who rolled out the stone on Jesus’ tomb – Pastor Daniel

I was the angel who rolled out the stone on Jesus’ tomb – Pastor Daniel

Founder and Leader of the International Godsway Church, Angel, Bishop Obinim  has made another controversial statement and this time the pastor claims he was the angel that rolled away the tomb stone when Jesus resurrected.   The popular pastor whose church spreads across Ghana, with branches in Kumasi, Accra and Tema, mentioned this to his congregation […]

Buhari breaks silence on allegations of religious bias

Buhari Breaks Silence On Allegations Of Religious Bias

President Muhammadu Buhari, Thursday, declared that the allegation that he is favouring one religion over the other is far from the truth. He said all through his public life, he had never contravened his oath of office. This was as he called on religious leaders to work towards the broader goal of building a strong […]

Joyce Meyer Defends Tattoos, Says She Might Get One To Make Religious People Mad

Joyce Meyer Defends Tattoos, Says She Might Get One To Make Religious People Mad

During a recent conference, Christian speaker Joyce Meyer made a biblical case for getting tattoos and admitted she has been thinking of getting one herself just to shut the mouths of religious people. The video clip posted by Joyce Meyer Ministries on March 14 kicks off with Meyer explaining the difference between being holy and […]

Hell Does Not Exist, Don’t Be Deceived – Pope Francis | Do You Agree?

“There is no hell where the souls of sinners suffer in eternity”, Pope Francis he told Eugenio Scalfari, a 93-year-old atheist philosopher, today, during a conversation in the Vatican. Francis said:- “after death, the souls of people who repent are pardoned by God and join in his contemplation, “but those who do not repent, and […]