Event Brief
Lagos Catholics Observe Ash Wednesday
Filed: Feb 18, 2026 at 3:05 PM ET
Summary: Catholics in Nigeria's largest city gather for Ash Wednesday, marking the start of Lent with prayers and ashes.
WHO: Catholics
WHAT: Ash Wednesday observance
WHEN: Feb 17, 2026 at 7:00 PM ET
WHERE: Lagos
WHY: To begin the 40-day Lenten season
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