By Simeon OSAJIE
The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria has announced the death of the Metropolitan Archbishop of Benin, Most Reverend Augustine Obiora Akubeze at 69.
A Statement by Secretary General of Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Rev.q Father Michael A.Banjo says the late Archbishop was a unique Shepherd who understood that the true Development of the Church embrace embraces both Spiritual renewal and the Holistic growth of God’s People.
The Statement adds that under his care, the Archdiocese of Benin City witnessed significant developmental strides noting that he was deeply committed to the Welfare of his Priest with the Conviction that the future of the Church depended on well formed Shepherds.
The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria observed that as a an Erstwhile President of the Bishops Conference of Nigeria he firmly stood as Pillar of Orthodox Truth while his patient listening and selfless generosity embodied a compassionate Shepherd.
The Body prayed for his gentle Soul to rest in peace while the risen lord who conquered death grant him eternal life in his Kingdom.