Nigerian Government Announces Public Holidays For Easter

The Christian festival of sacrifice and resurrection – the Good Friday and Easter Monday – respectively. The Federal Government has announced Friday, 18th and Monday, 21st April 2025 as public holidays to mark Easter celebration. Minister of Interior, Dr Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo who made the declaration on Tuesday on behalf of the Federal Government, extended heartfelt … Read more

Christians begin Lent Fasting with Ash Wednesday

Christians in Nigeria and around the world have started Lent Fasting. One of the most significant periods in the Christian liturgical calendar. It commences today, March 5, 2025, with the observance of Ash Wednesday. This 40-day season, excluding Sundays, is dedicated to penance, fasting, prayer, and almsgiving. It will lead up to the celebration of … Read more

CAN reacts to ‘I am a Chosen’ Viral Video of Exam Testimony

The viral video of a suspected member of The Lord’s Chosen Charismatic Revival Ministry in Lagos has sparked outrage after the woman celebrated in her testimony, how she received divine assistance during a Federal Government examination and was able to share her answers with another candidate. During the testimony, the unnamed member claimed an old … Read more

FIRS replies CAN Over Alleged Controversial Easter Message

The Easter message in question, shared on the agency’s X social media platform, stated, “Jesus paid your debts, not your taxes,” generated widespread criticism for seemingly trivializing the Christian faith. The controversy prompted CAN to demand a public apology, highlighting that the message was in poor taste and offensive to Christian doctrines. The FIRS’s response … Read more