Nigerian Anglicans reject pro-gay, female archbishop, split from Church of England

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

56% : The Church of Nigeria recalled Bishop Mullally's comments following the Church of England's 2023 vote to approve blessings for same-sex couples, in which she described the decision as "a moment of hope."
47% : The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has formally rejected the authority of the Church of England following the appointment of Bishop Sarah Mullally as Archbishop of Canterbury, citing concerns over her support for same-sex marriage and her position as the first woman to hold the office.
46% : First, it disregards the conviction of the majority of Anglicans, who cannot accept female headship in the episcopate; and second, it is more disturbing that Bishop Sarah Mullally is a strong supporter of same-sex marriage," the statement said.
42% : "We encourage all faithful brothers and sisters in the Church of England who have consistently rejected the aberration called same-sex marriage and other ungodly teachings, by contending for the faith that was once delivered to the saints (Jude 1:3)," the statement said.

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