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MOST REV LUCIUS IWEJURU UGORJI

Archbishop of Owerri Metropolitan

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Welcome to Owerri Catholic Archdiocese

A warm welcome to Maria Assumpta Cathedral, the seat of the Archbishop of Owerri, the President Catholic Bishop’s Conference of Nigeria (CBCN), and the Mother Church for Roman Catholics in Owerri and environs.

“For over a hundred years countless Christians and visitors of every faith and none have crossed the threshold of this holy place, sensing the presence of God and filling it with prayer and contemplation.”

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The 112 years of Catholic Church in Owerri Ecclesiatical Province & the amazing fruits.

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Ajụjụ maka otu niile – CMO, CWO, YOUTH, NA MARYLEAGUE.
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Stay connected with our community through various upcoming events designed to enrich your faith and foster fellowship:

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Priests’ Fitness Tournament

August 11, 2025-November 17, 2025
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Parishioners About Us

As a youth leader, I see firsthand how the Archdiocese invests in the spiritual growth of our young people. The programs and retreats have helped many youths deepen their relationship with Christ and find their purpose.

Ms. Jennifer Agbaku

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Nurturing Our Youth

Find Out Where and When We have Mass. We Hope to See You join us!

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The Church Life & Ministry

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22ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME: THE POWER OF THE LOWEST PLACE: REDISCOVERING THE BEAUTY OF HUMILITY
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Prayers to the Virgin Mary for Good Health
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The Church Calendar of Orthodox Holidays
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The Sacral Symbols of Orthodox Church
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PRESS RELEASE!!

The Archdiocese of Owerri issued this press release to address false information circulating on social media regarding the alleged presence of Mallam Nasir El-Rufai, former Governor of Kaduna State, at this year’s Archdiocesan Day/Odenigbo Lecture.

  • The Odenigbo Lecture is an annual event focused on promoting Igbo language and culture, with lectures delivered in Igbo by a guest of Igbo extraction from the previous year. This year’s lecture, held on 6th September, was given by Rev. Sr. Prof. Evangeline Oparaaocha from FUTO.

  • The release clarifies that Mallam Nasir El-Rufai was not invited, did not deliver any lecture, speech, or press conference at the event. Although Mr. Peter Obi, a regular guest, attended in previous years, he was not present this year.

  • The statement also describes an incident during the event where a group of placard-carrying protestors disrupted activities at Maria Assumpta Cathedral, chanting slogans against Mr. Obi and Mallam El-Rufai.

  • The Archdiocese condemns the actions of those who organized the protest, calls on the state government and security agencies to investigate and apprehend the sponsors of the disruption, and reaffirms Imo State’s reputation for hospitality and peace.

The release was signed by Rev. Fr. Patrick C. Mbarah, Archdiocesan Chancellor/Secretary.