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 Fr. Anthony Shawuya & Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh In a country where hardship has driven many to desperation, the story of Chike Obuofia Tendency offers a beacon of hope, showcasing many individuals out there who rise above adversity to do good, regardless of the personal cost. On Sunday, April 6, 2025, Mr. Chike, a driver
In his homily for the Jubilee of the Sick and Healthcare Workers, Pope Francis says that “The sickbed can become a holy place, where charity burns away indifference and gratitude nourishes hope.” By Francesca Merlo In his homily for the Jubilee of the Sick and Healthcare Workers, taking place on the 5th and 6th of
Pope Francis goes to the Basilica of St Mary Major to pay homage to the Salus Populi Romani ahead of the start of Holy Week. By Vatican News On Saturday afternoon, on the eve of Palm Sunday and the beginning of Holy Week, Pope Francis visited the Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome. According
In a chirograph published on Tuesday, Pope Francis renews the academic program for Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy, known as the Accademia, which prepares the Holy See’s diplomats for their work. By Salvatore Cernuzio In a new chirograph entitled “The Petrine Ministry,” Pope Francis has updated the path of formation for students of the Pontifical Ecclesiastical Academy,
Greetings from our Bishops, the Bishop Chairman of Communications, and the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria! Good morning Your Excellencies, Rt.& Very Rev. Msgr & Fathers, Rev. Sisters, Brothers & Sisters in Christ! The attached, are materials for our 2025 Communications Week (ComWEEK) celebrations. MAY 25 – JUNE 1, 2025 We appeal that you kindly help with the
Port Harcourt, Nigeria, April 11, 2025 By Fr. Okhueleigbe Osemhantie A, PhD In a week crowned by intellectual brilliance, cultural vitality, and spiritual profundity, the Catholic Institute of West Africa (CIWA), Port Harcourt, Nigeria, convened its 34th Theological Conference under the rousing theme: Theology, Artificial Intelligence, and Hope for Humanity. What unfolded was not merely
By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh of CSN Media, Abuja “We build the Culture of Excellence through building the human person.” “Building the human person is the highest asset we could bequeath to our society.” “We took time to meticulously select those whom we recruited as our lecturers.” “Discipline is non-negotiable.” “All our pioneer students are
PICTURES OF NUNCIO VISIT TO PORT HARCOURT DIOCESE https://myalbum.com/album/SKpGS9x7rBN7Pu/?invite=cd8ff760-0cea-406d-ba83-2ed5b908f270 By Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh The Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Archbishop Michael Francis Crotty, announced the appointment of Bishop Patrick Eluke as the Apostolic Administrator of Port Harcourt Diocese on Wednesday, April 9, 2025, during Holy Mass at the Cathedral in Port Harcourt. This decision follows
By CSN Media In a bid to foster a closer working relationship and enhance internal communication within the Catholic Secretariat community, the executives of the Laystaff Association of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) paid a courtesy visit to the 14th Secretary General, Rev. Fr. Michael Ayanleke Banjo, on Wednesday, April 9, 2025. Led by
By CSN Media In a significant ecclesiastical development, the Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Archbishop Michael Francis Crotty, Wednesday, 9 April, 2025, announced the appointment of Bishop Patrick Eluke as the Apostolic Administrator of the Diocese of Port Harcourt. This is following the acceptance of the resignation letter of Bishop Camillus Archibong Etukudoh, who in August
