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Bloodshed in Taraba: Church Factions Clash, Leaving Three Dead

Ikenna OluwoleDecember 17, 2024December 17, 202406 mins

A deadly clash between factions of the United Methodist Church in Nigeria (UMCN) and the Global Methodist Church (GMC) in Taraba State has resulted in the tragic loss of three lives. This incident highlights the ongoing tensions and leadership disputes within the religious community. Here’s a breakdown of what happened: Deadly Clash: Three lives were…

Dino Melaye Skips Shiloh: Blasts Oyedepo’s ‘Forced’ Retirement of Younger Bishop!

Kayode NwankwoDecember 15, 2024December 15, 202406 mins

Former Senator Dino Melaye has stirred the pot, publicly criticizing the Living Faith Church’s leadership decisions. His main beef? The retirement of Bishop David Abioye. Melaye’s skipping of the church’s annual Shiloh gathering has sparked debates on succession planning within religious organizations. Melaye’s Stance: He boycotted Shiloh 2024 due to Bishop Abioye’s retirement. The Retirement…