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The Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), The Most Rev’d Dr. Henry C. Ndukuba, accompanied by his wife, Mrs Angela Ndukuba, has arrived in Lagos for the commencement of the 2026 Church of Nigeria Bishops and Wives Retreat. The Bishops and Wives Retreat is an annual gathering designed for spiritual renewal and re-invigoration. It is expected that about 180 Bishops and their wives, will be present for this significant spiritual exercise. Upon his arrival, the Primate expressed gratitude to God for preserving the lives of the clergy and the faithful through year 2025 and for the safe journey of all bishops travelling to Lagos from across the country. He prayed for God’s glory to cover the nation, declaring peace and security over Nigeria in this New Year. Speaking on the focus of the retreat, Primate Ndukuba emphasized that the gathering is strictly a spiritual exercise, distinct from administrative duties or ecclesiastical politics. “This period is not about ...

The Primate of  Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), the Most Rev’d Dr. Henry C. Ndukuba has announced the re-election of the Most Rev’d Dr. David Onuoha as the Archbishop of Owerri Ecclesiastical Province for a second term of five years. The announcement was made at the end of a brief episcopal synod held today 9th of November, 2025 at the end of the consecration service of 15 new bishops in the Cathedral Church of the Advent, Life-camp, Gwarinpa, Abuja. The Primate who congratulated the newly elected Archbishop, prayed that God will keep working through him and grant him all that he needs to pilot the affairs of the people of God in Owerri Province. He urged all members of the Church to continue to put the newly consecrated bishops in prayers as they launch into the mission field in their respective areas. The Anglican Province of Owerri is an ecclesiastical province within the  Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion and is composed of 12 dioceses. It is one of the 14 prov...

  Venerable Dr Gershinen Paul Dajur hails from Fwor community in Pankshin Local Government Area of Plateau State and was born on 12 March 1980, into the family of Nde Paul Shikduna Wukpi (late) and Nana Naomi Paul Dajur.  His birth into a Christian environment shaped his early devotion to God and pursuit of knowledge. Even from childhood, he distinguished himself with a disciplined mind, an eagerness to learn, and a sense of responsibility that would define his life and ministry.  His primary education at Myet-Nemel Primary School (completed in 1992) was followed by secondary education at Government Secondary School, Ampang East, Kanke, where he graduated in 1998 as the best student of his set. With a strong academic foundation, young Gershinen proceeded to the Federal College of Education, Pankshin, where he earned a Nigerian Certificate in Education (NCE) in Christian Religious Studies and Social Studies in 2001, graduating with multiple academic distinctions.  His...

The 2026 Joshua Generation International Youth Conference will now hold at the University of Nigeria, Enugu campus, Enugu from Monday 6th to Saturday 11th April 2026 with the theme "Rooted in Christ" taken from Colossians 2:7. As you may recall, during recent Church of Nigeria’s Standing Committee meeting held in Ekiti, the Primate of the Church of Nigeria and the convener of this youth conference announced that the conference venue will move from Abuja, which has held it from 2022 to 2025, to Port Harcourt.  However, efforts to secure the intended venue in Port Harcourt that can contain the large number of youths will not be available. We are thrilled to announce that the Vice Chancellor of the University of Nigeria Prof. Simon Ortuanya, has graciously approved the University of Nigeria's Enugu campus as the new venue for the conference.  Pre-conference training at Provincial level will now hold from Thursday 26th to Saturday 28th February, 2026 at Provincial venues to b...

PRESS RELEASE The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, The Most Rev’d Dr. Henry C. Ndukuba has approved the appointment of The Venerable Dr Simeon Akponorie as the Director for Youth Ministry in the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. The Primate, in a memo signed by the outgoing General Secretary of the Church of Nigeria, The Ven. Dr. Paul Dajur, noted that his appointment comes in recognition of his proven commitment, discipline, and diligent service within the Church, and among the young people. His appointment became necessary after the outgoing director of Youth Ministry, Ven. Dr. Benjamin Idume, was elected the bishop of the newly created Diocese of Ozoro last month.    In his new position as the director of Youth ministry, he will oversee all youth related programmes and initiatives across the Provinces and Dioceses of the Church, with a focus on discipleship, leadership development, and mission engagement. His appointment reflects the Primate’s commitment to revitalisi...

  PRESS RELEASE The Primate of the Church of Nigeria, The Most Rev’d Dr. Henry C. Ndukuba has approved the appointment of The Venerable Barr. Festus Opara, PhD, as the new General Secretary of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. In a document released by the outgoing General Secretary, the Ven. Dr. Paul Dajur,  Ven. Opara's appointment follows a rigorous and merit-based selection process in which he performed excellently and emerged as the most suitable candidate for the office. His appointment became necessary after the outgoing General Secretary, Dr. Dajur, was elected the bishop of the newly created Diocese of Keffi-Karshi Missionary Diocese last month. The General Secretary serves as the chief administrative officer of the Church, working closely with the Primate to ensure the effective coordination of the Church’s national activities, communications, and governance in accordance with the Constitution and Canons of the Church of Nigeria. His appointment takes effect...