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2 Apr
Nigeria's Federal Inland Revenue Service (FRIS) Tuesday apologised for an Easter social media post that the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) said was "offensive". "As a responsible agency of government, we would like to say we did not put out the flier purposely to denigrate Jesus Christ or detract from the huge sacrifice He made…
2 Apr
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) has faulted the Easter Message disseminated to Nigerians by the Federal Inland Revenue Service (FIRS). The FIRS, in its Easter message, said “Jesus paid your debt, not your taxes”. This message generated many reactions among Christians who wondered why a public office would use such words to pass across…
1 Apr
Gov. Dapo Abiodun of Ogun has urged Nigerians to be hopeful of a better tomorrow and to also pray and have faith in the country’s current leadership.
1 Apr
The President, Abuja Chamber of Commerce and Industry (ACCI), Emeka Obegolu, has urged Nigerians to build a united nation, where the business community can thrive and contribute to national development.
1 Apr
The Inter Party Advisory Council (IPAC, yesterday, felicitated with Christians across the country on the occasion of this year’s Easter celebrations, which signifies the resurrection of Jesus Christ after His crucifixion for the sins of mankind.
1 Apr
To celebrate Easter, Georgstev Martins Foundation (GMF) has showered new born babies with cash and gift items to compliment their upkeep and welfare at the Imo Specialist Hospital, Owerri, capital of Imo State.
1 Apr
AREWA Consultative Forum (ACF), yesterday, urged Nigerians to pray for divine intervention in overcoming the present economic and security challenges, and a prosperous future for the country.[ad]
1 Apr
One major benefit of Easter is that beyond establishing the triumph of Jesus Christ over death, it also guarantees victory over death for Christians.
31 Mar
The Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has charged the Federal Government to take immediate action to address the rising cost of living in the country.
31 Mar
Benue State Governor, Rev Fr Hyacinth Alia, has enjoined Nigerians to imbibe and practice the lessons of sacrifice, care for the needy, deep spiritual reflection and love for all humankind, irrespective of tribe, religion or sect. In his Easter message, yesterday, in Makurdi, Alia reminded the people of the significance of Easter as a feast…
31 Mar
Southern Kaduna Christian Leaders Association (SKCLA) has urged Christians to extend love and care for the less privileged neighbours during the Easter celebration.
31 Mar
As Nigerians celebrate Easter, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Abeokuta, Most Rev. Peter Odetoyinbo has encouraged Nigerians to embrace the spirit of hope, despite the present hardship in the country and learn from the manifestation of God’s power.
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