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Has a Black African Ever Served as Pope? Many people ask this question, and the answer may surprise you. In the past, three Popes have originated from the African continent: Pope Victor I, Pope Miltiades, and Pope Gelasius I, all from North Africa (present-day Tunisia/Algeria) during the Roman Empire era. However, these Popes were not Black Africans in the Sub-Saharan sense we commonly refer to today; rather, they were ethnically white or of Romanized Berber ancestry. To date, no Black African has ever held the office of Pope. Nevertheless, this could change within our lifetime. Certain individuals, such as Cardinal Francis Arinze from Nigeria and Cardinal Peter Turkson from Ghana, have been mentioned in recent years as potential candidates for the papacy. Their leadership, wisdom, and faith have inspired countless people. As the Catholic Church continues to experience rapid growth in Africa, the prospect of a Black Pope from the continent is becoming increasingly plausible. When this occurs, it will signify a pivotal moment in the Church's history, serving as a reminder that faith transcends color and borders. The question is no longer if, but when.

TOPIC: HE DIED FOR YOU.(Series 3) Scripture Reading: Ephesians 2:1-2 “And you [He made alive when you] were [spiritually] dead and separated from Him because of your transgressions and […]

TOPIC: HE DIED FOR YOU.(Series 2) Scripture Reading: Luke 24:45-46 “Then He opened their minds to [help them] understand the Scriptures, and said, “And so it is written, that the Christ ( […]

TOPIC: HE DIED FOR YOU.(Series 1) Scripture Reading: John 15:13 “No one has greater love [nor stronger commitment] than to lay down his own life for his friends.”(AMP) The death of […]

TOPIC: BREAKING GENERATIONAL CURSES.(Series 13) Scripture Reading: 2 Corinthians 5:17 “Therefore if anyone is in Christ [that is, grafted in, joined to Him by faith in Him as Savior], he is a new […]

BRIEF BIOGRAPHY OF PEOPLE WHO IMPACTED OUR SOCIETY POSITIVELY ON THEIR FIELD OF WORKSEPISODE ( 106)(Jude Abaga)( Nigeria) MI Abaga, whose full name is Jude Abaga, is a prominent Nigerian musician, rapper, and music producer. Born on October 4, 1981, in Jos, Plateau State, […]

EFCC Identifies Financial Crimes as Major Drivers of Violent Non-State Activities in Nigeria The Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, has identified financial crimes, governance gaps and weak accountability structures as key enablers of […]

Africa’s Asset Recovery Forum Seeks Action against Stolen Assets The African Asset Recovery Practitioners Forum, AARP, has charged African countries to join hands in forging a road map and actionable processes against […]

Court Jails Man Four Years for Refusal to Accept Naira As Legal Tender Justice Alexander Owoeye of the Federal High Court sitting in Ikoyi, Lagos, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, convicted and sentenced one Uzondu Precious Chimaobi […]

The dollar's appreciation against the Nigerian naira can be attributed to a combination of economic, political, and social factors. Here are several key reasons that could explain why the dollar may continue to strengthen against the naira: Inflation Rates Higher Inflation in Nigeria: If Nigeria experiences higher inflation rates compared to the United States, the purchasing power of the […]

EFCC Arrests 47 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Benin City Operatives of the Benin Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, on Tuesday, April 15, 2025 arrested 47 suspected internet fraudsters at different locations in Benin City, Edo State. The suspects were arrested following credible intelligence that linked them to fraudulent internet activities. Items recovered from them at the point of arrest included five exotic cars, smartphones and laptop computers. They would be charged to court as soon as investigations are concluded. Why is the EFCC prioritizing the arrest of suspected internet fraudsters over corrupt politicians in Nigeria, who are often responsible for more severe financial crimes?

EFCC Arrests 17 Suspected Internet Fraudsters in Uyo Operatives of the Uyo Zonal Directorate of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission, EFCC, have arrested 17 suspected internet fraudsters in Uyo, Akwa […]