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Catholic Nun Kinse Shako Annastasia Dismissed After Facebook Post Criticising Priests
A storm has broken out in the Catholic Church in Nigeria. Reverend Sister Kinse Shako Annastasia has been asked to leave her congregation only weeks after she spoke out on Facebook. Her bold post called on the church to defend reverend sisters from the wrong actions of some priests.
Her Strong Facebook Words
On August 24, 2025, Sister Annastasia used her Facebook page to speak up. She wrote that sisters are “not ornaments in habits” and should not be treated as tools for priests. She told of a priest who once said sisters were “meant to be priests’ wives.” Her words spread fast. Many praised her courage. Others felt her post was too strong.
Letter of Dismissal
By September 24, 2025, she says she got a letter from her congregation. The letter, dated July 21, said she was no longer a member of the Congregation of Mother of Perpetual Help of the Archangels Sisters (MOPHAS) in Auchi, Edo State.
Sister Annastasia said she was given ₦100,000 as a “token.” She claims when she returned to the convent she found all her belongings already packed outside. Her religious habit was taken away. “I am not in possession of any property of the Congregation,” she said.
Her Own Side of The Story
The nun insists she has not turned her back on the Catholic faith. She says she still loves the church and has not joined another religion. She calls her dismissal unfair. She believes she is still a Catholic sister until the right church process is complete.
Congregation Speaks Out
The leadership of MOPHAS has released a strong statement. They say Sister Annastasia “ceased to be a member” because she “left the Catholic faith and embraced Islam.” They claim she showed this on her own Facebook page.
The congregation says that by her own action she is no longer a sister. They also say that her story of being dismissed for her Facebook post is not true.
Sister Denies Claim of Conversion
Sister Annastasia has rejected the charge that she has left the church. In new posts she says, “I am still a Catholic. I love the church.” She stresses that her Facebook post only asked for better care of sisters and was not a move against the faith.
Mixed Reactions
Her story has set off debate in Catholic circles. Some say she is brave for speaking up. Others think she should have raised her concerns in private. Many ask if the church has treated her fairly.
Online, people have shared her post and the news of her dismissal. Some fear her case will make other sisters afraid to speak out.
Questions Still Unanswered
Church leaders have not shown any letter of dismissal to the public. Some Catholic voices say she is still a sister until the proper steps in church law are complete. This has left room for doubt and fresh debate.
A Wider Issue
The case has also opened talk about how women in religious life are treated. Supporters of Sister Annastasia want the church to give sisters more respect and protection. They say her Facebook post has exposed a silent problem.
Others call for calm and say the facts must be checked before taking sides. They urge patience until church authorities give a final word.
What Lies Ahead
For now Sister Annastasia says she will keep her faith. She is seeking support from those who believe she was wronged. The church community waits for a clear decision from higher church leaders.
Her story has become a national topic in Nigeria and beyond. It raises questions about free speech inside the church and the rights of those who speak against abuse.
This breaking story will keep drawing attention. DocuNews Central will follow every update as the Catholic congregation and Sister Annastasia continue their dispute.
