Nigeria’s Catholic Bishops Assure Pope Leo XIV Of Allegiance, Support
By Stella Enenche, Abuja
The Catholic Bishops’Conference of Nigeria ( CBCN) has assured Pope Leo XIV of their allegiance and support as he embarks on his new ministry.
The assurance was contained in a congratulatory message signed by CBCN President, Archbishop Lucius Ugorji on Friday.
The Archbishop of Owerri Diocese said,
“On behalf of all the Catholic Bishops in Nigeria, all Christ’s faithful, and indeed all men and women of goodwill, we extend heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV and assure him of our allegiance, prayers and support as he embarks on his Petrine ministry.
“We also extend our congratulations to all the Cardinals who participated in the conclave, especially our Venerable brother, Peter Ebere Cardinal Okpaleke, and to the entire College of Cardinals for their role in the election,”.
The CBCN said the papal transition showcases the Church’s commitment to dignity, honor, and spiritual discernment, offering the world a powerful example of conducting affairs with grace and reverence as children of God.
The Catholic bishops has called on Nigerians to pray for the new Pope, so that he may be endowed with wisdom, courage, and grace to fulfill his sacred mission.
“As is customary, we remind our priests that the Votive Mass of Thanksgiving for a New Pope may be offered in all our churches.May God bless Pope Leo XIV and the entire Catholic Church,” the CBCN said.
