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Published on 13:48 GMT

Sustain reforms initiated by Pope Francis – Ajadi tasks Leo

A South West Chieftain of the New Nigeria Peoples Party, (NNPP), Ambassador Olufemi Ajadi Oguntoyinbo, has tasked the new Pope, Pope Leo XIV to sustain the reforms initiated by Late Pope Francis In a statement Friday to felicitate with the new Pope on …

Source: Blueprint Newspapers Limited - Pending
Published on 08:49 GMT

Pope Leo XIV and the true Nigerian connection

This photo taken and handout on May 9, 2025 by The Vatican Media shows Pope Leo XIV during a mass with cardinals in the Sistine Chapel in The Vatican. (Photo by Handout / VATICAN MEDIA / AFP) When the white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel a new …

Source: Business Day - Neutral
Published on 06:11 GMT

Nigeria’s Catholic Bishops Direct Countrywide Thanksgiving Masses for Election of Pope Leo XIV

In the statement, the Nigerian Catholic Archbishop congratulates the Cardinals, who participated in the Conclave, mentioning in particular Peter Ebere Cardinal Okpaleke who was among the 17 Cardinal Electors from Africa. The Local Ordinary of Nigeria’s …

Source: ACI Africa - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Conclave review: Pope Francis’ Death sees Oscar film about papal election top charts

Following the death of Pope Francis, there has been renewed interest in the papal drama Conclave, which was released in January. Set in the aftermath of a Pope’s death, Conclave depicts the political manoeuvring and lobbying during the election of a new …

Source: PerthNow - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Meet Pietro Parolin and Luis Antonio Tagle, favorites to succeed Pope Francis

Two favorites to succeed Pope Francis are Pietro Parolin and Luis Antonio Tagle. White smoke was seen above the Sistine Chapel, indicating that cardinals have elected a new pope to lead the church’s 1.4 billion faithful. While the identity of the new …

Source: Hindustan Times - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

Habemus Papam: Who Is Pope Leo XIV, the First American Pope with Nigerian Connections?

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost of the United States has been elected as the new pope for the Catholic Church. The announcement was made shortly after 5:00 p.m. (UK time) on Thursday, May 8, when white smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel. The newly elected …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Pope Francis in the Eyes of the Church in Africa

An African priest eulogises Pope Francis as one who would be remembered for saying, “Africa is not only a continent rich in resources, but a spiritual lung, full of life and hope, despite suffering,” while praying for a worthy successor of Saint Peter. The …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Nigerian worshippers hope Pope Leo continues Francis’s work

Catholic worshippers in Nigeria on Friday welcomed the election of the new pope, Leo XIV, hoping he would continue the legacy of his liberal predecessor, Pope Francis. In a sparsely attended morning mass at Holy Emmanuel Catholic Church in the working- …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Indeterminate
Published on May 9, 2025

FLASHBACK: In 2016, new Pope Leo visited Nigeria

Robert Prevost (in black) in Nigeria in 2016 Long before he was elected pope of the Catholic Church, Robert Prevost touched down on Nigerian soil in 2016. Now known as Pope Leo XIV, the new American pontiff visited Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, almost …

Source: Nigerian Eye - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

Top 5 Stories Of The Day | Nigeria Withdraws from 2025 World Athletics Relays over Visa Issues

Nigeria withdraws from 2025 World Athletics Relays over visa issues Pope Leo XIV becomes first American Pontiff, urges unity and dialogue Akpabio asks court to remove Natasha Akpoti-Uduaghan’s “mock apology” World Bank raises Nigeria’s Palliative Fund …

Source: Y Naija - Left-wing
Published on May 9, 2025

DID YOU KNOW? New Pope Leo XIV visited Nigeria in 2016

Then known as Bishop Robert Prevost, the American-born clergyman travelled to Abuja in 2016 as part of his work with the Order of St. Augustine. The visit marked a historic milestone for the religious order. “For the first time, General Chapter of the …

Source: Pulse - Neutral
Published on May 9, 2025

REWIND: In 2016, new Pope Leo visited Nigeria

Long before he was elected pope of the Catholic Church, Robert Prevost touched down on Nigerian soil in 2016. Now known as Pope Leo XIV, the new American pontiff visited Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city, almost a decade ago as part of his duties as an …

Source: The Cable - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

BREAKING: America’s Robert Prevost unveiled as new Pope

Robert Prevost of the United States has been named the new Pope, the new head of the Catholic church. The new pope Robert Prevost is the first American pontiff in history and will be known as Pope Leo XIV. Prompt News had earlier reported that the …

Source: Prompt News Online - Neutral
Published on 05:23 GMT

The New Pope is “Black,” Now What?

In the aftermath of Pope Francis’ death, many Africans on the continent and in the diaspora wondered if the Catholic Church would, for a change, elect a Black Pope. Well, they got one in Pope Leo XIV even if this isn’t apparent on the surface. Although the …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

JUST IN: New Pope elected after conclave in Vatican

A new pope has been elected following several rounds of voting by cardinals at the Vatican. The traditional white smoke rising from the Sistine Chapel chimney on Thursday signaled that a decision had been reached, indicating the new pontiff secured the …

Source: Prompt News Online - Neutral
Published on 04:35 GMT

At First Mass, Pope Leo XIV Says Church Must Bring Light to World’s ‘Dark Nights’

* New catholic leader to be formally installed May 18 * Nigerian catholic bishops, Atiku, Obi, Tuggar, Amadi congratulate pontiff Chuks Okocha, Onyebuchi Ezigbo and Michael Olugbode in Abuja Pope Leo XIV yesterday, promised to make the Catholic Church a …

Source: This Day - Pro-Government
Published on May 7, 2025

Pope Francis “courageously called us to true ecological conversion”: Senegal’s President on Legacy of Late Pontiff

The late Pope Francis, “placed us before a clear and implacable choice: to act or to perish,” the Senegalese President said in his May 6 address at the opening of the May 5-12 fifth RECOWA Plenary Assembly organized under the theme, “For a Synodal and …

Source: ACI Africa - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Nigeria Clears $1.61B IMF Debt, EFCC Releases VeryDarkMan on Bail – Trending Today

Hello and welcome! In today’s trending news stories; 1. Nigeria has fully repaid its $1.61 billion debt to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), officially exiting its list of debtor countries, including 91 others. The IMF report, covering credit …

Source: The News Chronicle - Neutral
Published on 17:19 GMT

Sierra Leone's ex-film star first lady 'still rents south London council flat' despite living in presidential Freetown ...

Sierra Leone's first lady is still listed as the tenant of a south London council flat, despite having lived in a luxury mansion for the last seven years and owning several properties in Africa, it has been alleged. Former model and actress Fatima …

Source: Daily Mail - Right-wing

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Leo XIV gets initiated as first American pope

(MENAFN) History was made at the Vatican on Thursday as Robert Francis Prevost, a 69-year-old from Chicago, was elected as the first American pope. Taking the papal name Leo XIV, he greeted thousands from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica, offering …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Pope Leo XIV stands out not only for his American citizenship but also for his international background

(MENAFN) Pope Leo XIV, the first-ever pope from the United States, stands out not only for his American citizenship but also for his international background. Born in Chicago, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, who took the papal name Leo XIV, spoke his …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 19:28 GMT

Trump declares soon to be discussions with Zelensky

(MENAFN) U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Thursday that he will soon hold a conversation with Ukrainian President Vladimir Zelensky and confirmed that Ukraine’s parliament has ratified a rare earth minerals agreement with the United States. …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 21:15 GMT

Pope Leo XIV Coloring Book the USA's First Pope released by ColoringBook.com®

St. Louis based Really Big Coloring Books® | ColoringBook.com® releases Pope Coloring Book - Leo XIV, the USA's First Pope. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As soon as the announcement was made Really Big …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 05:35 GMT

Pimentel joins Catholics in welcoming Pope Leo XIV

PHILIPPINES, May 10 - Press Release May 9, 2025 Pimentel joins Catholics in welcoming Pope Leo XIV Senator Aquilino "Koko" Pimentel III joined the Catholic faithful around the world in welcoming Pope Leo XIV, expressing pride that the newly …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 03:46 GMT

Congratulatory Letters from President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong ...

President Tharman Shanmugaratnam and Prime Minister and Minister for Finance Lawrence Wong have written to Pope Leo XIV to congratulate him on his election to the papacy on 8 May 2025. The texts of their letters are appended . . …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:42 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomes election of Pope Leo XIV

President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his sincere congratulations to Cardinal Robert Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, 267th Pope of the Catholic Church. President Ramaphosa said: “The election of Pope Leo XIV is a profound moment for the Catholic Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 13:05 GMT

Cardinals Continue Papal Voting Process to Select New Pope

(MENAFN) The assembly of cardinal electors entered its second day of deliberations on Thursday, continuing the process of voting to select the next leader of the Catholic Church. The day commenced with 133 cardinal electors participating in a morning mass …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 17:47 GMT

Mobicip CEO Calls on AI Developers to Include Built-In Parental Controls for Child Safety and Transparency

Suren Ramasubbu, CEO of Mobicip, urges AI companies to adopt age-aware filters, conversation logs, and parental oversight features to protect young users. CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As artificial …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 17:04 GMT

The Malay Agenda: A Blueprint for Business, Politics, and National Unity

From phasing out vernacular schools to dominating the global halal economy, Johar’s blueprint for Bumiputera empowerment while fostering inclusive prosperity. PETALING JAYA, SELANGOR, MALAYSIA, May 11, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a time of …

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Published on May 10, 2025 - 16:35 GMT

Statement from AMMWEC President and Founder Anila Ali on Rising Tensions Between India and Pakistan

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 10, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- “As a Muslim woman, an American, and a tireless advocate for peace and coexistence, I must speak clearly: India and Pakistan are nuclear powers. There can be no winner in a nuclear …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 21:15 GMT

Pope Leo XIV Coloring Book the USA's First Pope released by ColoringBook.com®

St. Louis based Really Big Coloring Books® | ColoringBook.com® releases Pope Coloring Book - Leo XIV, the USA's First Pope. ST. LOUIS, MO, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- As soon as the announcement was made Really Big …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:41 GMT

Author Christian Howard announces his revolutionary spirituality

He brings a new way to inspire and uplift everybody in our technological age NEWPORT BEACH, CA, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With so many different teachings and now a new Pope, we wanted Howard to explain what was …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 19:32 GMT

Todd Johnson Honored by 90210 Enterprise with Conscious Leadership Legacy Award

Todd Johnson Recognized As a Man of God and Friend to the Jewish Community BEVERLY HILLS, CA, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Written by Karen Hall, Emotional Intelligence Leadership Coach, Executive Producer Los Angeles Tribune …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 18:58 GMT

Saint Elizabeth University Celebrates Historic Selection of First American Pope, Leo XIV

Name Choice Signals Powerful Continuity of Catholic Social Teachings and Shared Mission of Human Dignity MORRISTOWN, NJ, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Saint Elizabeth University (SEU) proudly celebrates the historic election …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 15:54 GMT

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust will Perform Qurbani in more than 25 Countries in 2025

Al Mustafa Welfare Trust supported over 3 million people in 2024 via Qurbani. In 2025, the mission continues with renewed passion, resilience, and compassion. HOUNSLOW, GREATER LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- This Eid …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:53 GMT

Lawsuit Compels Nationwide Public Review of Plutonium Bomb Core Production

Federal Register of May 9 Outlines Process of National Nuclear Security Administration (NNSA) to Prepare Programmatic EIS on Expanded Plutonium Pit Production AIKEN, SC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Today the National Nuclear …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 14:15 GMT

SOBER WITCH LIFE MOBILE APP HITS 300 ORGANIC DOWNLOADS

The Sober Witch Life Mobile App, a recovery tool combining sober witchcraft with spiritual healing, has officially surpassed 300 downloads since October 2024. DETROIT, MI, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Sober Witch Life …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:44 GMT

D.C. Therapist Celebrates New Pope’s Call for Peace: 'Faith Is the Bedrock of Healing'

Pope’s emphasis on peace is a timely affirmation of what mental health professionals have long known: emotional and spiritual restoration go hand in hand. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Licensed therapist and …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Atticus Publishing proudly present, 'Mercy Moments' by Brian Kinsey

Cultivating Daily Communion: Discovering Peace and Purpose in "Mercy Moments" FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senior Pastor Brian Kinsey of First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola, Florida, is excited to announce the release …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

A Message of Blessing and Invitation to Pope Leo XIV from the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests (ARCWP)

"Pope Leo XIV: Women Priests Urge Healing Dialogue and Shared Leadership from the Margins" SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "From the Margins to Communion: ARCWP Seeks Dialogue with Pope Leo XIV for a Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Session to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and religious liberty

Leading figures from the two colliding worlds of AI and religious liberty discuss the rapid development of AI and its impacts on religious liberty today. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading figures from the two …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Christian Howard offers facts to support Einstein’s statement "reality is merely an illusion".

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When asked to explain about the world being an illusion, Howard replies: “Like Einstein, millions of people believe the physical world is an illusion. Thousands of …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:10 GMT

New Book When in Doubt, Call 91:1 Explores Faith, Healing, and Redemption Through Life’s Deepest Struggles

WALDORF, MD, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her deeply personal and inspiring new memoir, When in Doubt, Call 91:1, Rhonece Ford takes readers on an emotional journey of faith, loss, and healing. Through raw storytelling and powerful …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

The Providence, a Franciscan Community, Names Galen Heins Director of Sales and Marketing

ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Providence, a new Life Plan Community located in the Albany, NY area featuring Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is pleased to announce the addition of Galen Heins …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Forge Alliance for Israel Advocacy in the Nation’s Capital

Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress for stronger support for Israel. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:48 GMT

Faith at Work conference attracts major corporate and civil society sponsors

We are thrilled that the 6th National Faith@Work Fortune 500 Conference has a fantastic group of sponsors from corporations and civil society partners. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dare to Overcome (DTO) is …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

AMMWEC President Anila Ali Delivers Historic Keynote at Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Israel Independence Event

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a moving and historic keynote address at the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee’s Israel Independence Day celebration, Anila Ali, President of the American Muslim & …

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