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New Pope Elected as White Smoke Rises from Vatican

Eriki Joan UgunushebyEriki Joan Ugunushe
May 8, 2025
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New Pope Elected as White Smoke Rises from Vatican
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Thousands of people gathered at St Peter’s Square on Thursday as white smoke finally rose from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel. This signalled that the cardinals had elected a new pope to lead the world’s 1.4 billion Catholics. For days, black smoke had disappointed onlookers, but joy filled the air when the white smoke appeared just after 6pm local time. Church bells rang loudly as the crowd applauded the historic moment.

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  • New Pope to Appear at Basilica Balcony
  • Election Reflects Global Church Challenges
  • Catholic Church Welcomes Its 267th Pope

New Pope to Appear at Basilica Balcony

The newly elected pope is expected to appear on the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica shortly. A senior cardinal will step forward to declare in Latin, “Habemus Papam”, meaning “We have a pope.” Afterward, the new pope will address the world and give his first blessing known as “Urbi et Orbi” to the city and the world. Before this, he will spend time in the Room of Tears, where new popes traditionally reflect in private before donning their papal cassock.

New Pope Elected as White Smoke Rises from Vatican

Election Reflects Global Church Challenges

The election followed intense deliberations among cardinals representing over 70 countries. They faced the task of choosing a leader who can unite the Church during troubled times. The late Pope Francis was a reformer known for supporting migrants and protecting the environment. However, he also caused division, especially among traditionalists who wanted a stricter approach to doctrine. Now, the new pope must decide whether to continue that legacy or take a different path.

According to tradition, the pope’s public inauguration will happen within a week. He will lead a mass attended by world leaders, both political and religious. He is also expected to ride through St Peter’s Square in the popemobile and deliver a homily that sets the tone for his leadership.

Catholic Church Welcomes Its 267th Pope

The Church now has its 267th spiritual leader. The world watches closely to see what direction he will take. Will he be a pastor or a diplomat? A reformer or a conservative? In the words of Dean Giovanni Battista Re, the new pope must be able to guide the Church “at this difficult and complex turning point in history.” With conflicts raging globally and religious participation declining in parts of the world, the pope’s leadership will be under intense scrutiny from the very beginning.

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Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe

Eriki Joan Ugunushe is a dedicated news writer and an aspiring entertainment and media lawyer. Graduated from the University of Ibadan, she combines her legal acumen with a passion for writing to craft compelling news stories.Eriki's commitment to effective communication shines through her participation in the Jobberman soft skills training, where she honed her abilities to overcome communication barriers, embrace the email culture, and provide and receive constructive feedback. She has also nurtured her creativity skills, understanding how creativity fosters critical thinking—a valuable asset in both writing and law.

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