Pope Francis Condemns Gaza Strikes as “Cruel” Pope Francis, during his Sunday Angelus prayer, condemned the ongoing Israeli airstrikes on Gaza, describing them as “cruel” and highlighting the suffering of children, schools, and hospitals. This marks the second time in two days he has spoken out strongly against the violence. “With a heavy heart, I … Read more
Pope Francis on Sunday canonised 14 new saints, including the “Martyrs of Damascus,” who were killed in Syria during the Ottoman Empire and are considered symbols of Christian persecution. The canonisation ceremony, held in Saint Peter’s Square, was attended by thousands of Catholic faithful from across the globe. “We enrol them among the saints, decreeing … Read more
Pope Francis of the Roman Catholic Church is set to undergo an operation today in Rome as announced by the Vatican. The 86-year-old pope previously underwent colon surgery in 2021. However, he has been experiencing recurrent and worsening symptoms caused by the hernia. EKO HOT BLOG reports that Pope Francis, the spiritual leader of the … Read more
Retired Pope Benedict XVI is dead. Eko Hot Blog reports that Pope Benedict XVI, the eminent German theologian who shocked the Roman Catholic church when he resigned in 2013, has died. EDITOR’S PICKS Bolanle Raheem: Killer Cop ASP Vandi Remanded As Lagos Files Murder Charge Lagos Govt Donates Start-up Tools To 250 Households, Orphans, Vulnerable … Read more
It is not the first time Pope Francis has taken aim at people who choose pets over children EKO HOT BLOG reports that Pope Francis has opined that people who choose to have pets over children are acting selfishly. The Pope’s comments came as he was discussing parenthood during a general audience at the Vatican … Read more