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Rotimi Amaechi Condemns Government Attacks on Cardinal Onaiyekan
ADC vice-presidential candidate Rotimi Amaechi has slammed the Presidency for its disrespectful conduct toward Cardinal John Onaiyekan and the Catholic Church.
August 4, 2026
Rotimi Amaechi claims Tinubu government is disparaging the Catholic Church
Rotimi Amaechi has accused the Tinubu administration of disrespecting the Catholic Church, arguing that bishops have a legitimate right to voice concerns over national hardship and electoral fairness.
August 4, 2026
Rotimi Amaechi Condemns President Tinubu for Disrespecting Cardinal Onaiyekan and the Catholic Church
Rotimi Amaechi criticized President Tinubu and his team for insulting Cardinal John Onaiyekan and the Catholic Church, arguing that bishops deserve the same respect as state governors.
August 4, 2026
Rotimi Amaechi Refutes Nyesom Wike’s Claims Regarding Cardinal Onaiyekan
Rotimi Amaechi has rejected Nyesom Wike's allegations of political bias against Cardinal John Onaiyekan, describing the cleric as an neutral observer focused on national socio-economic issues.
August 4, 2026
Kogi Catholic community seeks justice following fatal stabbing of priest
Parishioners in Kogi State are demanding justice after the fatal stabbing of Rev. Fr. Samuel Oyetoro, with police launching an investigation into the attack.
August 4, 2026
Cardinal Onaiyekan Rejects Presidency Dispute, Calls for Policy Action
Archbishop Emeritus John Cardinal Onaiyekan refuses to engage in public feuds with the Presidency, asserting that Catholic bishops are focused on pushing for better governance and improved living standards for all Nigerians.
August 4, 2026
Northern Christian Leaders and Atiku Back Catholic Bishops Against Presidency Criticism
Key political and religious leaders, including Atiku Abubakar and the Northern Christian Association, have defended Catholic bishops against criticism from the Presidency following Cardinal Onaiyekan's remarks on economic policy and government intolerance.
August 3, 2026
Aisha Yesufu Praises Cardinal Onaiyekan for Challenging Leadership
Activist Aisha Yesufu has commended Cardinal John Onaiyekan for his willingness to address national concerns directly with President Bola Tinubu, despite the President's dismissal of the bishops' assessment.
August 2, 2026
Bishop Kundi Decries Security Failure as 27 Victims of Southern Kaduna Attack Laid to Rest
Most Rev. Julius Yakubu Kundi presided over the mass burial of 27 villagers killed in a brutal raid, criticizing the lack of protection for civilians in Kaduna State.
August 2, 2026
Catholic Bishop Mourns 27 Victims in Southern Kaduna Massacre
Bishop Julius Yakubu Kundi of the Catholic Diocese of Kafanchan condemned the failure to protect 27 residents killed in a brutal attack on Naridon village.
August 2, 2026