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RCCG Church in Kontagora Torched by Hoodlums for the Second Time: Calls for Justice Intensify
In the early hours of Saturday, August 10, 2024, unidentified hoodlums set ablaze the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG) in Kontagora, Niger State. This is the second time in ten years that the church has been attacked.
The Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) and the Emir of Kontagora strongly condemned the act, urging swift government action to bring the culprits to justice. Despite the devastation, church members remain resolute, calling for respect for freedom of worship.
Pastor Samson Ogbebor, an assistant pastor at the church, recounted the distressing event, noting that the church had been a target of hostility for years. Despite attempts to rebuild, the church had faced continuous resistance, ultimately leading to this latest arson attack.
Elder John Aboje emphasized the community’s determination to uphold their faith and urged authorities to ensure freedom of worship in the region.
The Emir of Kontagora, Alhaji Muhammadu Barau Mu’azu II, also appealed to the state governor and security agencies to handle the incident with the seriousness it deserves, ensuring that those responsible are held accountable.
The matter has been reported to the Division ‘A’ Police station in Kontagora, and an investigation is underway.
Nigerian comedian Seyi Law takes to social media as he defends President Bola Tinubu. The comedian stated that the president has done a lot in his administration and claimed that Nigeria is safer and economically sound under his administration.
He then compared how things now to past years under the administration of others, and shared how things were bad. He claimed that now the economy is stabilized.
“Nigeria is safer now than 10 years ago. This government has killed more bandits than any government in Nigeria since the time of Jonathan. When last have you heard of bomb blast in Nigeria?”
It has been reported that fire occurred at the Murtala Muhammed International Airport, Lagos (MMIA), Terminal 1. This fire incident occurred on Monday, 23rd of February, 2026.
Passengers at that terminal were spotted running away for safety after seeing the fire and the alarm.
The Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN) released a statement and shared that no life was lost and people were saved and avoided danger.
It has been reported that Kano State has closed down all entertainment spots across the state. This was stated to happen because of the ongoing Ramadan fast.
The federal government shared that the new law will take place from 18th of February, 10 pm, till the last day of Ramadan. This is in order for the people participating in it to truly focus on the fast.
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