Pope Leo receives Ohaa in private audience at the Vatican

By Christopher Oji

Following his recent voluntary resignation as the chairman of the Governing Council of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa was received in a private audience with His Holiness, Pope Leo at the Vatican.

In a move highlighting the intersection of public service and spiritual devotion, Chinyeaka embarked on this pilgrimage to seek apostolic blessings and reflect on a career dedicate to administrative excellence and national development.

In what was a high-profile delegation  Chinyeaka was accompanied by Cardinal John Onaiyekan, Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja.

Highlights of the visit included moments of prayer and reflection where Sir Chinyeaka received a formal blessing from the Holy Father, a gesture often extended to those who have concluded significant chapters of leadership as Sir Chinyeaka has done in various walks of life including ESUT. The visit further served as a spiritual transition, marking the formal conclusion of Sir Chinyeaka’s leadership role at ESUT.

Besides being an affirmation of values, recognising his contributions to education and public infrastructure in Nigeria through the lens of faith-based service, the visit is a diplomatic gesture, strengthening the spiritual bond between the Nigerian laity and the Holy See.

Speaking to our reporters, Sir Chinyeaka said that: “Service to humanity is an extension of service to God. This visit is a moment of gratitude for the opportunity to have led ESUT and a chance to seek divine guidance for the chapters ahead