Anglican bishop seeks govt partnership to expand social impact

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As Nnewi diocese marks 30th anniversary

From David Onwuchekwa, Nnewi

The Anglican Diocese of Nnewi has marked its 30th anniversary with a call for stronger government collaboration to enhance its expanding social and humanitarian interventions.

Speaking during a press conference on Friday, at the Cathedral Church of St. Mary, Uruagu, the Bishop of the Diocese, Ndubuisi Obi, urged government at all levels to partner with the church in delivering impactful programmes that uplift communities and improve livelihoods.

Reflecting on the Diocese’s journey since its inauguration on February 14, 1996, Bishop Obi recalled that it began with three archdeaconries, Nnewi, Amichi, and Ihiala, comprising 28 parishes, 86 churches, 38 priests, and three mission schools.

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