Ghanaian MP Rev. John Ntim Fordjour has called on the country's religious leaders to demand decisive action from President John Dramani Mahama regarding the Human Sexual Rights and Family Values Bill, following a perceived 'u-turn' on LGBTQI+ issues.

Sweden is reportedly allowing parts of its religious leadership to be organized from Ankara, Tehran, and Riyadh, effectively permitting other states to influence religion within its borders while maintaining a facade of neutrality.

Religious leaders in Vienna will participate in a "Sea of Lights" event on Easter Monday to advocate for climate protection and world peace.

Senegal has approved a law that doubles jail sentences for homosexual relations, while religious leaders are being encouraged to overcome fear regarding the topic as discussions continue in the country.

Georgia will lay Patriarch Ilia II to rest on Sunday, March 22, with an all-day event in Tbilisi expected to draw a large crowd and feature major officials and religious leaders, including Ecumenical…

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The Prime Minister of Bangladesh is scheduled to inaugurate a monthly honorarium program for religious leaders on Saturday.

His All-Holiness Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew is in Ankara to attend an official dinner at the Presidential Palace, responding to an invitation from Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan extended to him and other religious leaders.

A Mexican priest is organizing an unusual exorcism training program for rabbis, imams, and evangelical preachers, warning that artificial intelligence could be used for satanism.

A dispute over the existence of a traditional rulers' council surfaced at the National Traditional and Religious Leaders Summit on Health in Abuja, attended by President Tinubu, involving an Enugu monarch and the Ooni of Ife.

The Police Command in Ondo State has advised religious leaders to suspend night worship activities for the time being, citing security challenges in the state.

The Muslim community in France is experiencing deep divisions during Ramadan 2026, with religious leaders attempting to improve Islam's image amidst pressure from Islamist movements and state scrutiny.

Religious leaders are being called upon to spearhead environmental campaigns, leveraging their influence to promote awareness and action on ecological issues within their communities.

Nigerian political and religious leaders, including Akpabio and governors, used Easter to call for national unity against insecurity, urging citizens to embrace hope, peace, and solidarity, while the defence chief commended the armed forces.

Amir Muqam met with religious leaders in Skardu, reaffirming his commitment to peace and development in Gilgit-Baltistan.

Former President Akufo-Addo of Ghana has assumed a new position within the Anglican Church, marking a transition to a religious leadership role after his presidency.

As Nigeria celebrates Eid-el-Fitr, political and religious leaders call for national unity, discipline, and collective responsibility for growth. Read More:…

Religious leaders have cautioned politicians against exploiting economic hardship to influence voters, warning that poverty and desperation should not be used to undermine democratic values in Nigeria. The post Faith leaders warn politicians against exploiting hunger for votes appeared first on Vanguard News.

Prime Minister Tarique of Bangladesh has launched an honorarium program aimed at providing financial support to religious leaders across the country.

A Montenegrin official's cabinet announced that meetings with other religious leaders are planned for the coming weeks, following a discussion with Metropolitan Joanikije, who expressed support for Montenegro's EU accession despite having a critical view.

Pat Utomi and Frank Nweke call on religious leaders in Nigeria to embrace modest living and guide the nation’s character to combat poor leadership. Read More: https://punchng.com/utomi-nweke-task-religious-leaders-on-modest-living-shaping-character/

Omar Abdullah has met with religious leaders in Jammu and Kashmir amidst ongoing unrest, while MP Ruhullah has questioned the role of the 'instrument of establishment' in the region.

The Christian Council of Ghana (CCG) has urged prophets and religious leaders to use their prophetic voices to confront corruption, nepotism, intolerance, poor governance, and other societal ills.

The Christian Council of Ghana has cautioned prophets and religious leaders against spreading false or misleading prophecies that may generate fear or panic, citing potential criminal liability for such actions.

The Yobe State Assembly has launched an investigation into alleged misconduct by health workers and a shortage of doctors, following a decision announced by Speaker Chiroma Mashio after the assembly's annual recess.

Religious leaders are issuing warnings against growing societal divisions and the erosion of fundamental values.

The Miyetti Allah Cattle Breeders Association of Nigeria (MACBAN) has condemned the recent deadly attacks in Plateau State and criticized some religious leaders for their alleged role in inflammatory rhetoric surrounding the violence.

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has been installed as an Honorary Lay Canon of the Anglican Diocese of Koforidua, marking his new religious leadership role within the Church of the Province of West Africa.

Political and religious leaders in the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao (BARMM) urged greater unity among the region's people as Muslims worldwide celebrated Eid al-Fitr, marking the end of Ramadan.

Pakistan's Chief of Army Staff, Field Marshal Asim Munir, warned religious leaders that violence within the country, incited by events abroad, would not be tolerated.

Peace and social cohesion in Casamance: religious leaders and civil society actors mobilized to promote citizen participation  Seneweb

A Michigan temple successfully averted a potential tragedy due to years of planning and 'a bit of luck,' highlighting growing anxieties among law enforcement and religious leaders about small-scale attacks targeting houses of worship.

Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan condemned both Islamophobia and antisemitism during an interfaith iftar dinner in Ankara, attended by Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew and other religious leaders.

Cardinals and an apostolic nuncio in Minnesota have publicly criticized mass deportations and called for reconciliation, highlighting concerns over immigration policies.

Tasnim News Agency, linked to Iran's Revolutionary Guard, reported on the 3rd that the building of the 'Assembly of Experts,' where religious leaders had gathered in Qom, central Iran, to select the successor to the assassinated Supreme Leader Khamenei, was hit by a missile attack.

Fra Mirko Majdandžić and Efendija Muhamed Hafizović discussed on N1 television the importance of not abstaining from good words during the current period when multiple religious fasts overlap in Bosnia and Herzegovina.

President Tinubu urged the traditional rulers to monitor the functionality of primary healthcare facilities in their communities and promptly report gaps for action. The post Tinubu tasks traditional, religious leaders on fight against preventable diseases appeared first on Premium Times Nigeria.