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Fr. Mbaka, Enugu Catholic Church On War Path As Diocese Rebuts ‘Misleading’ Claims
The long-running tensions between fiery Catholic priest, Rev. Fr. Camillus Ejike Mbaka, and the Enugu Catholic Diocese have flared again, with the Church issuing a strongly worded rebuttal to what it calls his “misleading utterances” that risk confusing the faithful and undermining unity.
In a statement released by its Communications Department, the Diocese said it was compelled to “set the record straight” after Mbaka’s August 1, 2025 public address, in which he made several accusations against Church authorities.
“The allegations made by Fr. Mbaka, particularly those concerning the governance and disciplinary actions of the Diocese, require a clear and measured response to ensure that the faithful are not misled and the unity of the Church is preserved,” the statement read.
Pastoral Leave and Political Utterances
The Diocese defended its directive for Mbaka to embark on a 30-day pastoral retreat at a monastery, saying it was “not intended to harm him or the Adoration Ministry” but rather a “necessary pastoral measure rooted in fraternal charity” for spiritual renewal and to reconsider “inflammatory political utterances” that contravene canon law.
“This leave was never about shutting down Adoration Ministry,” the Church insisted, stressing that any claims to the contrary are “both inaccurate and contrary to the spirit of ecclesiastical obedience.”
Vandalism of Church Property
The Diocese also countered Mbaka’s denial that Adoration Ministry supporters vandalized Church property during 2021 protests. “Pictures and videos clearly showed the Bishop’s Court at Igboeze Street and buildings at Holy Ghost Cathedral were vandalized. It was a desecration that required an act of reparation,” the statement declared.
Unity and Obedience
Rejecting suggestions of a conspiracy against Mbaka, the Diocese emphasized the Unum Presbyterium—a sacred priestly fraternity that demands unity with the bishop. “Unfounded public accusations against Church authorities risk undermining ecclesial unity and confusing the faithful,” it warned.
“All priests, including Fr. Mbaka, have made promises of obedience to their bishops… It is expected that such obedience be upheld, not only privately but also publicly,” the Diocese added.
Dispute Over Brother’s Marriage
On Mbaka’s claim that it facilitated his brother’s marriage against his objection, the Diocese said personal opposition does not constitute a canonical impediment. “No priest, including Fr. Mbaka, has the authority to unilaterally approve or veto sacramental celebrations based on personal sentiments,” the statement asserted, adding that all canonical investigations and pre-marital preparations were properly conducted.
Allegations Against ‘Princess’
The Diocese described as “gross disinformation” Mbaka’s claim that a woman named “Princess” was influencing the Diocesan Curia to close the Adoration Ministry. “No internal or external interference from any person or institution can influence, inform, or direct the decisions of the Curia,” it said. “It is an insult to the hierarchy of the Church to suggest otherwise.”
Call for Renewal
The statement concluded with a call for reconciliation: “The Catholic Diocese of Enugu remains steadfast in prayer, seeking divine guidance and spiritual renewal for Rev. Fr. Camillus Ejike Mbaka. May the Holy Spirit guide us all towards humility, peace, and mutual understanding.”
Source: Journalist101
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The Federal Government and the leadership of the Nigeria Labour Congress (NLC) have reached far-reaching resolutions at the conciliation meetings convened by the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment.
The meetings, held on 22nd and 27th October, 2026 at the Federal Ministry of Labour and Employment, Abuja, were sequel to the communique issued at the end of the Joint meeting of the Central Working Committee (CWC) and National Executive Council (NEC) of the NLC.
The meeting was chaired by the Honourable Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, CON, with representatives of the Federal Government in attendance, while the NLC delegation was led by its President, Comrade Joe Ajaero.
After extensive deliberations on the issues raised, the meeting resolved as follows:
1. National Minimum Wage: It was agreed that the Minimum Wage Negotiation Committee would be constituted and commence meeting immediately. However, there is a disagreement on the effective date of implementation.
2. Reduction in Petroleum Pump Price and Palliatives:
i. Federal Government will pay a transport intervention of Seventy Thousand Naira (N70,000) across all levels for a period of six (6) months, commencing from November 2026.
ii. Peculiar Allowance has been approved by the Federal Government with effect from 1st May, 2026. Payment of arrears will commence in November 2026 in three equal monthly instalments.
iii. Nineteen (19) months arrears of allowances for health workers will be redeemed within three (3) months with effect from December 2026.
3. Tax Relief for Workers: As tax is a statutory matter, the issue of tax relief for workers will be taken to the National Executive Council (NEC).
4. Hazard Allowance for Agricultural Workers: The Federal Ministry of Agriculture and Food Security has submitted the list of beneficiaries and cost implications to the National Salaries, Incomes and Wages Commission (NSIWC) for verification. Verification is expected to be completed within two weeks, after which the template for implementation will be issued by NSIWC.
5. CONHESS Adjustment: The NSIWC promised to complete the update of the cost implication within three (3) weeks to enable the Presidential Committee on Salaries to take a decision on the CONHESS adjustment.
The meeting also urged State and Local Governments to key into the intervention process, while unions were enjoined to push for its implementation at their respective levels.
Both parties agreed to reconvene after one month to appraise the level of implementation of the resolutions.
The meeting had in attendance the DG Budget, Mr. Tanimu Yakubu; Permanent Secretary, Service Welfare Office, OHCSF, Dr. Garba Abdul S.U.; Honourable Minister of Labour and Employment, Dr. Muhammad Maigari Dingyadi, CON; NLC President, Comrade Joe Ajaero; and National Secretary, JNPSNC, Comrade Olowoyo Gbenga.
The National Assembly received a comprehensive list of proposed new local government areas (LGAs) across several states in Nigeria as of January, 2026.
The submission was reported to have included requests from multiple states, reflecting demands for administrative expansion and closer governance.
Nigerian federal workers are awaiting their salary payments following a social media post claiming that state government workers have received their salaries, with federal workers expected to be paid from Monday.
The update was shared by Naija Updates in the IPPIS Salary Discussion Group on Facebook, where the post announced that state workers had been paid and urged federal workers to anticipate their own payments.
The post generated engagement among Facebook users, attracting reactions and comments from members of the group interested in salary updates and workers’ welfare.
However, the claim that state workers have been paid and that federal salary payments will begin on Monday has not been independently confirmed. The post did not identify the specific states whose workers had received their salaries or provide an official statement from the Federal Government.
Federal workers are therefore advised to rely on official communications from their respective ministries, departments and agencies, as well as relevant government payroll authorities, for accurate information regarding salary disbursements.
The development comes amid continued public interest in salary payment schedules and the welfare of Nigerian workers.
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