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CHILDREN’S DAY CELEBRATION: FCT Minister of State Laments Effect of COVID-19 On Children

By Festus Fifen.
As the World Commemorates the international Children’s Day, The Nigeria Federal Capital Territory Minister of State, Dr. Ramatu Tijjani Aliyu, has stated that the costs of COVID-19 pandemic for children are immediate, but warned that if unaddressed, it may last a lifetime.
The Minister who stated this at the grand finale of the 2021 FCT Children’s Day celebration held at the Cyprian Ekwensi Centre for Arts and Culture, also called for generations to come together to reimagine the type of world the global community want to create for children.
According to a statement by her Media Austine Elemue, The minister noted that the Children’s Day celebration offers an inspirational entry-point to advocate, promote and celebrate children’s rights, translating into dialogues and actions that would build a better world for the children, she however, regretted that the COVID-19 crisis has resulted in a child rights crisis.
While commending the theme: “Effect of COVID-19 pandemic on the total well-being of Nigerian Child: The way forward”, Dr. Aliyu however noted that the COVID-19 has affected lives and homes in so many ways; some children have lost their parents, just as the nation’s economy has been drastically affected.
The Minister described children as the torchbearer of the future, while calling on the Federal government, leaders, civil society activists, religious and community leaders, corporate bodies and media professionals to play an important part in making the day relevant for their societies
In his opening remarks, the Ag. Secretary FCT Social Development Secretariat, Dr. Kelvin Ike, commended the FCT Minister of State for reviving the FCT Children’s Day celebration despite the challenges.
He revealed that as part of activities to celebrate this year’s Children’s Day, the secretariat had a day-out with orphans and vulnerable children where a sizeable number of them selected from the registered Children’s Homes in FCT were gathered for fun-fare activities, while special prayers were also offered for children in churches and mosques.
Other activities according to him include FCT Children’s parliament election, inauguration and summit, essay writing and poem recitation competitions among selected Primary, Junior and Senior Secondary school levels and cultural dance competition.
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Nigerian Anglicans Condemn Lesbian Archbishop of Wales, Deepening Global Anglican Rift

…Church leaders accuse Welsh counterparts of “spiritual decadence” and “abandonment of faith”
The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has issued a forceful condemnation of the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann, an openly lesbian cleric, as the Archbishop of Wales. The move is the latest in a series of developments that have deepened divisions within the global Anglican Communion over sexuality and doctrine.
In a statement from Primate The Most Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, the church denounced the election as a “serious departure from biblical teaching” and a sign of “spiritual decadence” and “an outright abandonment of the faith once delivered to the saints.”
Archbishop Ndukuba warned that Bishop Vann’s elevation compromises the Anglican Church’s global mission and could obstruct evangelism. He compared the situation to the controversial tenure of Most Rev. Katherine Jefferts Schori, former Presiding Bishop of the U.S. Episcopal Church, who also faced intense criticism from conservative Anglicans for her progressive views.
The Primate accused Bishop Vann of being complicit in the “ongoing crisis” around same-sex issues, stating that the election is a “clear revelation that many who claim to be members of the body of Christ cannot endure sound doctrine” (2 Timothy 4:3–4).
The Church of Nigeria called on Anglicans worldwide to reject “rebels” and “apostates” and to instead support conservative bodies like the Global Anglican Future Conference (GAFCON).
“The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) condemns, unequivocally rejects, and will not recognize the election of Rt. Rev. Cherry Vann as Archbishop of Wales,” Ndukuba declared. He concluded with a solemn warning that without repentance, the Church in Wales risks losing “complete relevance” and its leaders will face judgment.
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Anglican Church Urges Government To Prioritize Citizen Welfare

The Primate of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Most Reverend Henry Ndukuba, has called on political leaders to prioritize the welfare of citizens.
During a recent church service in Abuja, Ndukuba noted that many Nigerians are struggling with challenges brought on by the global economic downturn. He urged state and local governments to implement new initiatives to lessen the impact on their communities.
The Primate also stressed that the federal government must effectively monitor its programs to ensure that Nigerians fully benefit from the nation’s democratic gains. He argued that if the current administration can effectively tackle corruption, the country would significantly benefit from the economic policies of President Tinubu’s government.
Ndukuba concluded by asking the congregation to continue praying for those in authority, remain committed to national unity, and show love and support for the less privileged. He also tasked the newly inducted members of the Church Mothers’ Guild with aggressively spreading the gospel.
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Hardship: A Veil Of Sorcery And Darkness Over Nigeria – Pastor Enenche”

Senior Pastor of Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Dr. Paul Enenche, has expressed deep concern about the current situation in Nigeria.
Enenche stated that the nation is under an evil spell due to the economic hardship affecting the country. He described Nigeria as being covered by a “blanket of sorcery and darkness,” leading many citizens to endure poverty and hardship in silence.
“There’s a blanket of sorcery and darkness over this nation—an evil spell making people tolerate what should provoke outrage,” he wrote.
In a post on his official X account on Thursday, the cleric highlighted the economic struggles faced by many Nigerians, noting that an increasing number of church members now line up after services not for spiritual counselling or prayer, but to help with basic needs such as rent, school fees, food, and medical bills.
“People are suffering. Pastors are exhausted. Members now queue after service not for prayer, but for assistance,” he lamented.
He also criticised political leaders for their insensitivity and failure to address the dire situation across the country.
“Yet, the leaders act as though nothing is wrong. This is not normal—it is witchcraft. It is a spell of patience in captivity, leading to a demonic tolerance of suffering.”
Calling for divine intervention, Enenche declared, “Let every evil spell over this land be broken! Let those misruling with arrogance and mocking the people’s pain face divine judgment. They shall not see the celebration of their wickedness.”