Cardinal John Onaiyekan responded to criticism from the Presidency regarding his public comments on a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. He emphasized his right to speak out on national issues, representing the collective concerns of Catholic bishops.
Cardinal John Onaiyekan, the Catholic Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja, stated he is not intimidated by criticism from the Federal Government regarding his comments on a meeting with President Bola Tinubu. He emphasized the importance of freedom to criticize the government.
Temitope Ajayi, senior special assistant to President Bola Tinubu, clarified his criticism of Cardinal John Onaiyekan regarding the public disclosure of a meeting with Catholic bishops. Ajayi emphasized respect for Onaiyekan and stated the disagreement should not dominate public
