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By Christopher Oji
A delegation of Nigerians among them the former Chairman, Governing Council of Enugu State University of Science and Technology (ESUT), Sir Chinyeaka Ohaa and Archbishop Emeritus of Abuja Catholic Metropolitan See, John Cardinal Onaiyekan days ago were received in a private audience by His Holiness, Pope Leo X1V at the Vatican.
In a move highlighting the intersection of public service and spiritual devotion, Chinyeaka had embarked on a pilgrimage to seek apostolic blessings and to reflect on a career dedicate to administrative excellence and national development.
He was in company with Cardinal John Onaiyekan, thus adding a layer of profound ecclesiastical significance to the visit which also symbolised the strong ties between the Nigerian Catholic community and the Holy See.
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 in various walks of life.
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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 Nigeria and the Holy See.
Sir Chinyeaka recalled that the Holy Father appreciated the duo’s visit, and invoked his apostolic blessings on them.
He recalled that “service to humanity is an extension of service to God, thus the visit was a moment of gratitude for the opportunity to have led ESUT and a chance to seek divine guidance for the chapters ahead.”
Sir Chinyeaka is a veteran administrator and retired Federal Permanent Secretary. His tenure as the Chairman of the ESUT Governing Council was marked by significant strides in institutional stability and academic focus. His visit to the Vatican underscores a lifelong dedication to the Church and the principles of integrity in leadership.
Details of their discussion with Pope Leo X1V were not disclosed.
