A CATHOLIC PRIEST, REV. FR. SAMUEL OPEYEMI OYETORO, HAS BEEN REPORTEDLY KILLED BY UNKNOWN ASSAILANTS IN AJAOKUTA, KOGI STATE. (PHOTO).

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 Catholic priest reportedly klled in Kogi  A Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Samuel Opeyemi Oyetoro, has been reportedly killed by unknown assailants in Ajaokuta, Kogi State. According to reports, the priest was stabbed multiple times along Ajaokuta road on Wednesday, 29th July 2026. His body was found dumped at the roadside.  Rev. Fr. Oyetoro was born in Egbe, Yagba West Local Government Area of Kogi State and a native of Ayetoro in Ijumu Local Government Area.  Until his death, he served as a priest at St. Mary’s Catholic Church, Egbe. The full circumstances surrounding the incident are still unclear, and authorities are yet to issue a comprehensive official statement.  The Catholic Diocese of Lokoja confirmed the d3ath of the priest in a statement and requested all religious and Laity to pray for the peaceful repose of his soul.” “We kindly request all priests, religious and Laity to pray for the peaceful repose of his soul during their Holy Masses and personal pra...

NIGERIA'S PRESIDENT TINUBU SENDS FOREIGN MINISTER TO GHANA TO INVESTIGATE REMARKS AND OPERATIONS OF IGBO KING LIVING IN GHANA- ACCORDING TO GHANA’S FOREIGN MINISTER. (PHOTOS). #PRESS RELEASE



 Nigeria's President Tinubu sends Foreign Minister to Ghana to investigate remarks and operations of Igbo King living in Ghana


Nigeria's President Bola Tinubu has sent Nigeria’s Minister of State for Foreign Affairs, Bianca Odumegwu-Ojukwu, to Ghana on a special mission following the controversial remarks by the self-styled Igbo king, Chukwudi Jude Ihenetu.


According to Ghana’s Foreign Minister, Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa, the visit was to gather firsthand information and hold political consultations to help ease tensions between the two countries.


Ablakwa described the discussions as constructive and said it was reassuring to hear that the Nigerian government does not support the statements made by the said community leader.


He also revealed that Minister Bianca thanked President Mahama and Ghanaians for their tolerance and assured that Tinubu’s government will continue to protect Ghanaians in Nigeria.

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MINISTER FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS MEETS WITH MINISTER OF STATE FOR FOREIGN AFFAIRS OF NIGERIA


On Wednesday, 30th July, 2025 the Minister for Foreign Affairs, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) held a meeting with the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of the Federal Republic of Nigeria, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Okujwu to discuss issues of mutual concern between the two countries.

During a press briefing after the meeting, Hon. Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa (MP) recalled the historical ties between Ghana and Nigeria.  He further recalled an unpleasant incident which occurred between the two countries in the past and emphasised the need for African countries to be united to ensure the prosperity of the continent. He added that the establishment of the Africa Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) should enable Africans to work together, create more employment, and transform the continent. He stated that, the Government of Ghana will continue to ensure that the country is peaceful and further urged all nationals and non-nationals to be law abiding.

In her remarks, the Minister of State for Foreign Affairs of Nigeria, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Okujwu, commended Ghana for the role it continues to play in the sub-region and on the continent and further acknowledged the vital role Ghana and Nigeria continue to play in the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS).  

Commenting on the viral video that caused tensions, Ambassador Bianca Odumegwu-Okujwu condemned the incendiary comments and urged nationals of her country to avoid comments that have the potential of causing tension. She commended the President of Ghana and the traditional authorities for their commitment to peace, continued coexistence between Nigerians and Ghanaians and the strengthening of relations between the two countries. She also recalled the historical ties between the two countries and called for the reactivation of the Permanent Joint Commission for Cooperation (PJCC) to further deepen the relations between the two countries.

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