The Christian Association of Nigeria has congratulated the Roman Catholic Church on the election of Pope Leo XIV as the new spiritual leader of the global Catholic community.
In a statement signed and released by its President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, on Friday, CAN described the emergence of Pope Leo XIV as a “significant milestone” and a moment of joy for Catholics around the world.
The Association expressed hope that the new Pope would promote peace, justice, and inclusiveness across the Church and beyond.
Pope Leo XIV was elected by the College of Cardinals on Thursday after a solemn conclave held at the Vatican, following the death of Pope Francis.
The new Pontiff, born Robert Francis Prevost, emerged after two days of voting and was introduced to the public from the balcony of St. Peter’s Basilica to the cheers of thousands gathered in the square.
CAN prayed that the new Pope’s tenure would be marked by divine wisdom, good health, and the strength to lead the faithful in righteousness.
President Bola Tinubu has congratulated His Holiness Leo XIV on his election as the Bishop of Rome and the new leader of the Roman Catholic Church. According to the President, he rejoices warmly with the leadership and congregants of the Catholic Church in Nigeria on the historic election of the new Pontiff, whose message of faith and hope already resonates across the globe, with a reassurance from the scriptures of […]
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