JDPC AGM: Driving Civic Engagement Toward 2027 Elections
Day Two of the Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC) Annual General Meeting focused on strengthening the Church’s commitment to civic engagement, democratic participation, and credible elections ahead of the 2027 General Elections. Delivering the opening address, the Episcopal Chair of the Department of Church and Society, Most Rev. Callistus Onaga, challenged participants to uphold […]
Towards the 2027 General Elections: The Imperatives of JDPC Participation and Civic Engagement
Caritas Nigeria, the National Office of the Justice, Development and Peace Commission (JDPC), had the 2026 Annual General Meeting of the Provincial and Diocesan Directors/Coordinators from 20–24 July 2026 at its Head Office in Abuja under the theme: “Towards the 2027 General Elections: The Imperatives of JDPC Participation and Civic Engagement.”The meeting was facilitated by […]
Caritas Nigeria Drives the Dialogue on Ethical Leadership and Accountability at the 3rd NASS Open Week
From July 14–15, 2026, the House of Representatives hosted the 3rd Edition of the National Assembly (NASS) Open Week, centered on the theme, “Three Years of the 10th Assembly: Advancing Transparency, Inclusion and Reform.” Serving as the House’s premier public outreach initiative, this event aimed to bridge the gap between lawmakers and the public. It […]
Norway and Caritas Nigeria address the humanitarian crisis in Abuja through dialogue
On June 2, 2026, the Norwegian Embassy in Abuja hosted a high-level interactive meeting between Norway’s Deputy Foreign Minister, H.E. Andreas Motzfeldt Kravik, Ambassador H.E. Svein Baera, and selected Norway-supported humanitarian partners to address Nigeria’s escalating humanitarian challenges. Caritas Nigeria participated through its Director of Humanitarian Services, Nkese Udongwo, and Humanitarian Advisor, Agidah Michael Adie, […]
No PVC, No Voice: Take Action Before June 10
True community development and accountable leadership begin at the ballot box, but your voice can only count if you have a valid Permanent Voter’s Card (PVC). As the nation prepares for important upcoming elections, now is the time to act. If you have recently turned 18, changed your location, or need to replace a lost […]
Caritas Nigeria Urges Participation in Ongoing Voter Registration Exercise
Dear Nigerians, The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Nigeria, has commenced the final phase of the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR), which began on Monday, May 11th, 2026, and will run until July 10th, 2026, across the country. This exercise provides an opportunity for every eligible Nigerian who has yet to register to do so, while […]
Supporting Refugee Learners with Educational Materials in Cross River
With funding and technical support from the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR), our organisation successfully conducted the verification and distribution of scholastic materials to Cameroonian refugee learners in Akamkpa and Calabar host communities of Cross River State from 9 to 13 February 2026. The intervention was designed to enhance access to quality education, […]
World AIDS Day 2025: United for Care, Access & Hope
Caritas Nigeria, together with the global community, stands firm in promoting the right of every person to access quality healthcare, with particular focus on HIV testing, treatment, and sustained care. On this World AIDS Day, across Nigeria and around the world, we pause to acknowledge and celebrate the resilience of healthcare workers who continue to […]
Caritas Nigeria Inspires Young People at Digital Boot Camp in Abuja
On November 10, 2025, the Executive Secretary/CEO of Caritas Nigeria, Rev. Fr. Peter Audu, participated in the Youth Digital Power Boot Camp held in Abuja. The event was organized by the Youth Animation Unit of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) under the leadership of the National Youth Animator, Very Rev. Fr. Boniface Idoko, to […]
Supporting Refugee Education in Taraba State
Caritas Nigeria, with the support of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR) and UNHCR Nigeria, is strengthening access to quality education for Cameroonian refugees in Taraba State through the ongoing UNHCR Protection Services to Cameroonian Refugees Project. As part of this initiative, Caritas Nigeria recently distributed essential educational materials to 541 refugee learners […]