₦airaland Forum

Photos of the newly elected Pope Leo XIV during a past visit to Nigeria have resurfaced on social media, sparking interest and pride among many Nigerian Catholics. The images show the pontiff—formerly known as Cardinal Robert Prevost—posing with Augustinian brothers during what is believed to be a visit to the country during his tenure as Prior General of the Order of Saint Augustine (2001–2013).

While the exact date of the visit remains unconfirmed, the backdrop and context suggest the photo was taken at one of the Augustinian establishments in Nigeria. The Order of Saint Augustine has maintained a strong presence in the country since the mid-20th century, notably through institutions such as St. Augustine’s Major Seminary in Jos.

Pope Leo XIV’s deep roots in the Augustinian Order and his global outreach during his time as Prior General are now gaining renewed attention following his election. Many Nigerian faithful have expressed joy over his past connection to the country, seeing it as a hopeful sign for the Church in Africa.

The resurfaced photos are being widely shared online, with several commenters noting the symbolic significance of a pope who has previously walked Nigerian soil.

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Pope or pop

That's nice. We pray for more wisdom to our Holy Father.

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jlo247:
Pope or pop

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Kai if say we Don offer am Nigerian citizenship now... He would have become d first Nigerian pope

Peter HOEbi go soon use am campaign lol

With this news ,the price of garri will surely come down

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Congratulations to the new Pope

I talk am yesterday my friends was like na lie
I knew this man once meet him but not move to take pictures because I dy see am as normal oyibo priest now the dude is the pope

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Pride Ke??

I am not a Catholic, but I kind of like his demeanour

He has been around the world so?

Nigeria is important in world affairs no matter how enemies look at it

I call him the smiling Pope... May you be filled with grace, your Holiness

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jlo247:
Pope or pop

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Indeed success has many people famzing furiously to be associated while failure is an orphan.

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He looks more healthy than the 2 last Popes before him, and i like his smiles!

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