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Published on 02:39 GMT

Ford Foundation hosts West African traditional, religious leaders driving change in GBV

The Ford Foundation Centre for Social Justice has hosted a hybrid event titled “Traditional, Religious, and Community Leaders Driving Meaningful Change,” with a focus on the issue of gender-based violence in West Africa. Held as a part of the 69th session …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 02:44 GMT

The African Church: Fundamentalism, Prosperity Theology, and Interfaith Tensions

[Author’s Note: This is the eighth in a series.] Christianity in Africa is vibrant, diverse, and rapidly expanding, with profound global implications. Yet, contemporary African Christianity also faces significant challenges. Three particularly pressing …

Source: The Times of Israel - Neutral
Published on 02:38 GMT

Brief: Security Services and ISWAP May Be Pushing Nigeria’s Shia Minority Toward Iran

Portrait of Islamic Movement in Nigeria leader Ibrahim al-Zakzaky. (Source: Islamic Human Rights Commission) Executive Summary: Ongoing pressure by Nigerian security services and Sunni militants may be pushing the country’s small Shia population toward …

Source: The Jamestown Foundation - Center-right
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Around the World: ‘Football evangelism’ in Nigeria, church planting methods in the Philippines and more quick takes

Around the World is our monthly rundown of news briefs, links and quotes from Churches of Christ all over the globe. Got an idea for this column? Email Erik Tryggestad at [email protected]. Featured image (above): Stern-faced young athletes march before a …

Source: The Christian Chronicle - Center-right
Published on 03:52 GMT

The case for rotational presidency in Nigeria

There are raging and rivalling arguments for Nigeria’s current presidential system versus geopolitical rotational presidency not least given the country’s complex ethno-religious dynamics. The plurality of cultural, linguistic, and religious civilisations, …

Source: The Guardian (Nigeria) - Uncategorized
Published on 10:24 GMT

Funding and Preparedness: Why Ghana Needs a Public Health Emergency Fund

Ghana, like many other African nations, has repeatedly faced the devastating consequences of public health emergencies. From the Ebola scare in 2014 to the COVID-19 pandemic and recurring cholera and meningitis outbreaks, the country’s response has often …

Source: The Chronicle News Online - Label Pending
Published on 05:30 GMT

Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024): Exploring family law, legislative gaps in surrogacy

In spite of the Nigeria Surrogacy Regulatory Commission Bill (2024), existing legal framework surrounding surrogacy in Nigeria has not entrenched confidence in the system as experts highlight loopholes that make it fall short of expectations in relation to …

Source: Tribune Online - Center-right
Published on 05:48 GMT

Nigeria’s gender gap: Progress made, but challenges persist

Speaking at the 4th Annual Transformative Gender Justice Conference in Abuja on Tuesday, February 25, she addressed stakeholders from faith-based organisations, government agencies, and civil society groups, urging them to move beyond rhetoric to …

Source: Pulse - Neutral
Published on 07:40 GMT

Liberia: Bishop Kortu Brown Warns Liberia Is Close to Failing the Governance Test Under President Boakai

Monrovia —Bishop Kortu K. Brown, a respected clergyman and former president of the Inter-religious Council of Liberia, has warned that Liberia is dangerously close to failing the governance test under President Joseph Boakai’s leadership. By: Willie N. …

Source: Front Page Africa - Neutral
Published on 00:30 GMT

Nigeria strengthens cultural ties with Uganda

Minister of Arts, Culture, Tourism and Creative Economy, Barrister Hannatu Musawa on Tuesday reaffirmed Nigeria’s commitment towards strengthening cultural ties with Uganda. The Minister, Barrister Hannatu Musa Musawa gave the assurance in Abuja, during an …

Source: Tribune Online - Center-right
Published on Mar 25, 2025

U.S. Commission On Religious Freedom Urges Trump Administration To Designate Nigeria As Country Of Particular Concern

The U.S. Commission on International Religious Freedom (USCIRF) has recommended that Nigeria be designated as a Country of Particular Concern (CPC) due to deteriorating religious freedom conditions in 2024. In its annual report released in March 2025, …

Source: Sahara Reporters - Left-wing
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Sierra Leone debates decriminalizing abortion

A simple bench and makeshift nurse’s station have transformed an abandoned building into a temporary clinic in rural Njagbahun, Sierra Leone. Marie Stopes International operates free family planning services to those in hard-to-reach areas. Working by the …

Source: Africanews - Neutral
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Nigeria’s Owerri Catholic Archdiocese Appeals for Prayers for “quick and safe release” of Abducted Priest

Owerri, 24 March, 2025 / 8:25 pm (ACI Africa). The Catholic Archdiocese of Owerri is appealing for prayers for the speedy and “safe release” of Fr. John Ubaechu, who was abducted on Sunday, March 23. In a statement shared with ACI Africa, the …

Source: ACI Africa - Label Pending
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Sierra Leone debates decriminalizing abortion as women and girls endanger their lives

FREETOWN, Sierra Leone (AP) — When she got pregnant at 16, Fatou Esther Jusu was terrified that it would derail her future. Abortion is illegal in Sierra Leone. Fearing judgment from her family, she took friends’ advice and bought misoprostol, a drug whose …

Source: WHEC 10 - New York - Neutral
Published on Mar 25, 2025

AFRICA/NIGERIA - A Catholic priest kidnapped and police free another just hours after the abduction

Abuja - The wave of priest kidnappings in Nigeria continues unabated. Rev. Fr. John Ubaechu, Parish Priest of Holy Family Catholic Church Izombe, was kidnapped on the evening of Sunday, 23 March, 2025. The sad incident occurred along Ejemekwuru road in …

Source: Fides - Public Broadcaster
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Dikan Centre launches AWO Institute, Ahenfie to honour African heritage

A not-for-profit organisation that promotes African arts and heritage, Dikan Centre, has launched two initiatives to reclaim, preserve and celebrate African heritage. The initiatives, AWO Institute, a research venture, and Ahenfie, a museum, will combine …

Source: Graphic - Label Pending
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Catholic Bishop’s Passionate Plea to the U.S. that Angered Nigerian Muslim Leaders and Government

“Today, the clear influence of Islamist extremists has changed the traditional social dynamics of tribe, ethnicity, religion and the social status in Nigeria,” he said. Expressing concern over closure of Christian schools in northern Nigeria for Ramadan, …

Source: ACI Africa - Label Pending
Published on Mar 24, 2025

Bridging the Healthcare Gap: How Sick Pikin Helps Sierra Leone’s Children Access Lifesaving Treatments

Image Credit: Photo taken by Jody Ray In September 2021, a young girl from Sierra Leone boarded her first plane ride bound for New Delhi, India. She had been diagnosed with meningioma, a type of brain tumor that cannot be treated in her home country due to …

Source: The Nonprofit Quarterly - Center-left
Published on Mar 25, 2025

Utah college courses will focus on Western civilization and ‘rise of Christianity’ after Gov. Cox signs controversial ...

The introductory classes that all Utah college students must take will get a major rewrite — starting with Utah State University — to focus on Western civilization, “the rise of Christianity” and the American Founding Fathers under a bill Gov. Spencer Cox …

Source: The Salt Lake Tribune - Utah - Label Pending

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Published on March 26, 2025 - 05:50 GMT

Rising Demand for Protection Dogs Reflects Global Security Concerns in Jewish Communities

LOS ANGELES, CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The aftermath of October 7th has had far-reaching effects, extending beyond Israel to impact Jewish communities worldwide. A significant consequence has been heightened …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 21:34 GMT

Shattered, Broken, & Beautiful: Losing My Religion and Finding Faith

New Memoir Offers a Powerful Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Best-selling author and Trauma Healing Mentor Brooke Deanne, is pleased to announce the launch of her latest book …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:23 GMT

The 500 Most Influential Muslims: 2025

The annual publication which lists the movers and shakers of the Muslim World. Including Top 50 ranking, exclusive Guest Articles, Persons of the Year JORDAN, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Welcome to the 2025 annual issue of The Muslim …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld of Der Nister L.A. Teaches Course on Modern Israel for Jewish Spiritual Leaders' Institute

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld, spiritual leader of Der Nister - Downtown L.A. Jewish Center, will be teaching her course on Modern Israel for the Jewish Spiritual Leaders Institute. …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 18:32 GMT

Attorney General Ken Paxton Issues CID as Part of an Ongoing Investigation into Real Estate Development Tied ...

Attorney General Ken Paxton issued a Civil Investigative Demand (“CID”) to Community Capital Partners, LP (“CCP”) as part of an ongoing investigation into CCP’s real estate development, EPIC City. The development, near Josephine, Texas, is affiliated with …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:26 GMT

Warner recognizes Beth Haven Christian School students as 'Honorary Secretaries of State' for their effort to register ...

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner hosted a student leader from Beth Haven Christian School (BHCS) in Logan County as his honored guest at the State Capitol. Joshua Goble and Heidi Densford—both members of the 2025 graduating class at …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:26 GMT

Warner recognizes two New Life Christian Academy students as 'Honorary Secretaries of State' for their effort to ...

Charleston, W.Va. – WV Secretary of State Kris Warner hosted two student leaders from New Life Christian Academy (NLCA) in Nicholas County as his honored guests at the State Capitol. Sophia DiNonno and Christina Marsh – both members of the 2025 graduating …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Jewish War Veterans Urge Department of Defense to Restore Holocaust Related Pages Amid Content Removal Concerns

DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 24, 2025, the Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV) National Commander Gary I. Ginsburg wrote to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to express concern about the Department of Defense’ …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 22:25 GMT

Body & Soul: Cavalieri’s Rappresentatione – A Turning Point in Music

Crescendo presents a concert with the first Italian opera by Emilio de' Cavalieri LAKEVILLE, CT, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Crescendo presents their last concert of the 2024–25 season, offering two performances …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 21:50 GMT

‘MAKE AMERICA HEALTHY” AGAIN MESSAGE ECHOES THROUGH THE PAGES OF NEW BOOK —“BIPOLAR TO BELOVED"

NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author and speaker Lynn Eldridge has established herself as a national cheerleader in the cry to “Make America Healthy Again!” In her book Bipolar To Beloved, A Journey From Mental …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 21:34 GMT

Shattered, Broken, & Beautiful: Losing My Religion and Finding Faith

New Memoir Offers a Powerful Journey of Healing and Self-Discovery PHOENIX, AZ, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Best-selling author and Trauma Healing Mentor Brooke Deanne, is pleased to announce the launch of her latest book …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 21:30 GMT

Southern Rock Icons Van Zant Release 'There You Are' Live Acoustic Performance

The new single and music video follows the release of an official music video for the album track. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Southern rock icons Van Zant have released a live acoustic performance of “ …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 19:45 GMT

Southall Church Announces Additions to Leadership for Growth Ahead

FRANKLIN, TN, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Supporting the execution on its mission of being a healthy, multiplying church that brings the life of Jesus to our families, neighbors and nations, Southall Church (https:/…

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 18:36 GMT

Marking 80 Years Since Liberation, Presidents Herzog and Duda to Lead March of the Living with 80 Holocaust Survivors

Holocaust survivors to march together with a delegation from Israel’s high-tech sector in a shared journey of remembrance, resilience, and mutual responsibility NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The International …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 18:31 GMT

شريحة eSIM تسهّل اتصال الحجاج والمعتمرين خلال موسم الحج في المملكة العربية السعودية

الحجاج والمعتمرون يستخدمون eSIM لتأمين الاتصال الفوري خلال رحلتهم إلى مكة والمدينة بأمان وسهولة. JEFFERSONVLLE, IN, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- شريحة eSIM تدعم الحجاج والمعتمرين خلال موسم الحج والعمرة بتقنية رقمية متطورة …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:50 GMT

Reverend Barbara Lane, Wins Prestigious Gold Medal at the 2025 Illumination Book Awards for "Broken Water"

LOS ANGELES, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Reverend Barbara Lane has been awarded the prestigious Gold Medal at the 2025 Illumination Book Awards for her book Broken Water: An Extraordinary True Story. The Illumination …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:23 GMT

The 500 Most Influential Muslims: 2025

The annual publication which lists the movers and shakers of the Muslim World. Including Top 50 ranking, exclusive Guest Articles, Persons of the Year JORDAN, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Welcome to the 2025 annual issue of The Muslim …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 16:19 GMT

Courage Under Fire Gala to Ignite the Heart of Culture on May 23 in Nashville

The Courage Under Fire Gala, a premier event celebrating faith, education, and cultural renewal, will take place on Friday, May 23, 2025, in Nashville. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Courage Under Fire …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 15:13 GMT

Thousands Experience Wellness in the HSS-Organized "Health for Humanity Yogathon"

Participants from 370 cities across 32 states performed 753,000 Surya Namaskars over 16 days in the HSS-Organized "Health for Humanity Yogathon." ROCKAWAY, NJ, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From January 18th to …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:38 GMT

Provide Virtual Chaplaincy Services to Your Patients with Chappy

Chappy's Online Platform Offers Compassionate Support at Your Fingertips NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The nonprofit Spiritual Care Association (SCA) is offering a new program called Chappy to enable …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:30 GMT

New Book Challenges Traditional Views of Jesus, Advocating Radical Biblical Monotheism

A bold reexamination of history, psychology, and Scripture—revealing how theological tradition distorts God’s true identity. Available now on Amazon. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Psychiatrist and theologian Andrei …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:11 GMT

The NBCI Launches Historical National Clinical Trials Strategic Plan (NCTSP) Through 150,000 Black Churches

Empowering African Americans in Clinical Trials WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- WASHINGTON, D.C. — The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American churches and 27.7 million …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 13:00 GMT

Clinical Psychologist and Transformational Coach Dr. Michiyo Ambrosius Recently Featured on Close Up Radio

DANVILLE, CA, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Do you feel paralyzed by self-doubt and limiting beliefs that are hindering your progress? Is the all-too common depression, painful emotional wounds, and the effects of trauma …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:23 GMT

EIN Presswire Welcomes New General Manager to Lead Global Operations

Petra Megan to spearhead strategic initiatives, operations, and team development to drive continued growth WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- EIN Presswire, a division of Newsmatics and a leading online news and …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 12:18 GMT

Gaza: The Abominable Desolation

Since October 2023, Israel has been carrying out ever-increasing violations of international law during its military operations in Gaza. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Abomination of the Desolation of Gaza …

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Published on March 25, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld of Der Nister L.A. Teaches Course on Modern Israel for Jewish Spiritual Leaders' Institute

NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, March 25, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rabbi Ye'ela Rosenfeld, spiritual leader of Der Nister - Downtown L.A. Jewish Center, will be teaching her course on Modern Israel for the Jewish Spiritual Leaders Institute. …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 17:42 GMT

Jewish War Veterans Urge Department of Defense to Restore Holocaust Related Pages Amid Content Removal Concerns

DC, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On March 24, 2025, the Jewish War Veterans of the USA (JWV) National Commander Gary I. Ginsburg wrote to Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth to express concern about the Department of Defense’ …

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Published on March 24, 2025 - 16:53 GMT

TaxZerone Reminds Nonprofits to File Their 990 Forms Before the May 15, 2025 Deadline

TaxZerone’s IRS-Authorized Platform Supports All 990 Forms with an Easy, Affordable E-Filing Process SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, March 24, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nonprofit organizations following a calendar tax year must file their annual …

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