President Tinubu mourns pioneer Nsukka Bishop, Francis Okobo

By Kunle Sanni –

President Bola Tinubu has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Bishop Francis Emmanuel Okobo, the first Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Nsukka, who passed away at the age of 88.

Ordained a priest in 1965 at the age of 29, Bishop Okobo served the Catholic Church for decades. He was consecrated a bishop in 1991 and led the Nsukka Diocese until 2009, overseeing its remarkable growth.

In a condolence message, President Tinubu described Bishop Okobo as a devoted servant of God who provided “uncommon leadership and direction” to the Catholic faithful.

“As a priest and worker in God’s vineyard, he lived an exemplary and impactful life, building the Church and guiding countless souls with love and wisdom,” the President said.

Tinubu extended condolences to Bishop Okobo’s family, the Catholic community in Nsukka, and the people of Enugu State, praying for the peaceful repose of the clergyman’s soul.