Metropolitan Archbishop Augustine Akubeze of Benin City Passes Away

The Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria has announced the death of Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, Metropolitan Archbishop of Benin City and former President of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria. In a statement shared by the Secretariat, Catholics and people of goodwill are invited to unite in prayer for the eternal repose of his soul. The Secretariat prayed for God’s infinite mercy to grant him everlasting rest. No details have been provided about the cause of his death or arrangements for his funeral. May his gentle soul rest in perfect peace.

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