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Dr. Uma Ukpai Dies @80

By Joy Essien, Contributing Editor Born on January 7th, 1945, Dr. Uma Ukpai, from Asaga in Ohafia, Abia State, was an international evangelist, preacher and Christian leader. He was the founder of Uma Ukpai Evangelisttic Association, a non denominational ministry based in Uyo. He also founded Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) alongside other men of Read More…

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Buhari: Death of a Former President Stirs National Reflection and Global Response

By the Lagos Metropolitan News Desk Former President Muhammadu Buhari, a towering figure in Nigeria’s political history, has died in London at the age of 82. The announcement, made on Saturday, July 13, by family spokesperson Garba Shehu, stated that the former president passed away at a London clinic following a prolonged illness. Unconfirmed reports, Read More…

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Muhammadu Buhari: A Presidency of Promise, Paradox, and Power

By Nkanu Egbe The passing of former President Muhammadu Buhari in a London clinic on July 13, 2025, marks the end of a remarkable journey that spanned decades of military discipline, political resilience, and national controversy. As Nigeria reflects on the life and legacy of the man who once declared that “we have no other Read More…

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Former President Muhammadu Buhari Dies in London at 82

LONDON, July 13, 2025 – Former President Muhammadu Buhari has passed away in London, according to a statement released this afternoon by his family spokesperson, Garba Shehu. The terse announcement, issued via social media, reads: “INNA LILLAHI WA INNA ILAIHI RAJI’UN. The family has announced the passing of the former President, Muhammadu Buhari, this afternoon, Read More…

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Revolution in the Vatican: Hallmarks of Pope Francis’ Papacy

Pope Francis’ papacy marked a profound transformation in the way the Catholic Church relates to the modern world. At its core was a radical shift toward humility, simplicity, and pastoral care. Eschewing the traditional pomp of the papal office, this pontificate was characterised by a personal touch—a willingness to journey among the poor and marginalised, Read More…

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Pope Francis passes away: A new era for the Catholic Church

The Catholic Church mourns the loss of Pope Francis, who passed away at the age of 88 on Easter Monday, April 21, 2025. His death marks the end of a transformative papacy that championed social justice, interfaith dialogue, and environmental stewardship. Pope Francis had a history of respiratory illnesses, stemming from a lung surgery in Read More…