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Abp of Canterbury 'moved to tears' by visit of Abp Kattey

Recently-released Nigerian archbishop Ignatius Kattey and his wife, Mrs Beatrice Kattey, visited Lambeth Palace yesterday.

04 October 2013

Abp Kattey: "Police lied about my rescue"

Abp Ignatius Kattey has accused the Nigeria Police of lying over their claim that they secured his release from the kidnappers 

19 September 2013

Consultation brings rights of religious minorities into focus

A WCC consultation on politicisation of religion brought together religious leaders, social and human rights activists, diplomats, academics and scholars from around the world.

19 September 2013

Anglican Communion gives thanks for Abp's release

The weekend brought joy for those praying for the safe release of kidnapped Archbishop Ignatius Kattey.

16 September 2013

Abp of Canterbury calls for prayers for Abp Kattey

Archbishop Justin described the kidnapping as 'deeply shocking'

13 September 2013

Nigeria's president condemns Archbishop kidnap

The president tells Nigeria Anglicans he is beating insurgents, and then condemns their Dean's kidnapping

12 September 2013

Christian Association of Nigeria seeks Abp's release

The president of the Christian Association of Nigeria called the kidnap a "sacreligious" act

11 September 2013

Nigerian Primate: "No communication, no progress"

Archbishop Okoh told Anglican communicators that communication is not an afterthought, but a vital evangelistic tool.

11 September 2013

Despite archbishop kidnap, Church will meet

The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) will still meet for its bi-annual Standing Committee, despite the kidnapping of its Provincial Dean.

09 September 2013

Nigeria Archbishop and wife kidnapped

Nigerian church leaders are asking Anglicans to pray for the return of their Archbishop and Dean, Ignatius Kattey

08 September 2013