Nigeria Catholic Network (NCN) is the one stop integrated network for all that concerns the Catholic Church in Nigeria. Here you find news and information on the structures, administration, sacramental life, institutions, groups, organs, events, and much more, in the Church in Nigeria. This is an initiative of the National Directorate of Social Communications, Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, (CSN), the Communication Office of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN)
FUNERAL MASS FOR FR. RAPHAEL ADEBAYO Today Thursday 12 January, 2023. 10am. Holy Cross Cathedral,
By Abah Anthony John ACI Africa, Dec 26, 2024 / 14:00 pm The Diocese of Katsina, whose erection the Vatican made public on Oct. 16, 2023, is realizing “creative methods” of evangelization, the pioneer local ordinary said in a recent interview. In the Dec. 18 interview with ACI Africa, CNA’s news partner in Africa, days after marking his first episcopal anniversary on
By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh, CSN The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has appointed Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Michael Ayanleke Banjo as the new Secretary General (SG) of its headquarters, the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN), taking over from Fr. Zacharia Samjumi. Until his appointment, Fr. Banjo served as the Deputy Secretary General and
Urges citizens to cultivate attitude of gratitude despite challenges As Nigerians welcome the New Year, the Catholic Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos, Most Rev. (Dr.) Alfred Adewale Martins, has urged the government and private sector to shift their focus from providing palliatives to empowering citizens through sustainable strategies. He also called on the
By PJ Usanga As the world welcomes the year 2025, His Eminence, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, Emeritus Archbishop of Abuja, has called for global and national peace, as well as an end to man-made disasters currently being experienced worldwide. In his homily at the Holy Mass commemorating the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, and the
By PJ Usanga In a remarkable display of compassion and mercy, the Archbishop of Benin, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, facilitated the release of 32 inmates from the Oko Medium Custodian and Benin Correctional Centres in Benin City. The release, which took place on New Year’s Day, was part of the Archbishop’s efforts to fulfill
Wishing everyone a “a serene and blessed Christmas,” Pope Francis celebrates the joy of this day on which we celebrate the birth of Lord Jesus, “the mystery that never ceases to amaze and move us.” He underscores how “the door of God’s heart is always open” and may we “be reconciled with God” and with
Nigeria has been plunged into mourning as a series of stampedes in Ibadan, Abuja, and Anambra State claimed the lives of over 67 people, including children, in just one week. These tragic incidents, which occurred during charity events aimed at distributing essential items, have not only highlighted the desperation of citizens but also exposed critical
The Holy Father, Pope Francis on May 9, 2024, in front of the Holy Door of St. Peter’s Basilica delivered the papal bull, “Spes Non Confundit”, which means “Hope Does Not Disappoint”. By this declaration, the Holy Father announced the 2025 Jubilee of Hope. He centered the theme around pilgrimage and the promotion of peacebuilding,
By Ade Iyamoye In their separate Christmas messages, Catholic bishops across Nigeria have urged citizens to embrace hope, love, and unity as the nation grapples with deep social, economic, and political challenges. The messages, relayed through the National Director of Social Communications, Very Rev. Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh, offered a blend of spiritual guidance and
The Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Oyo, Bishop Emmanuel Adetoyese Badejo has called on Nigerians, especially Christians, to de-emphasise pleasure for themselves during Christmas and work more for the pleasure of all. This way, the prelate said Nigerians would feel the real joy that comes with Christmas, noting that this joy would transform the world. Badejo
