The Governor of Anambra State, Professor Chukwuma Charles Soludo, CFR, has heartily congratulated His Lordship, Most Reverend Paulinus Chukwuemeka Ezeokafor, the Catholic Bishop of Awka Diocese on the joyful occasion of his 74th birthday on Sunday, 13th September, 2026.
In his goodwill remarks, Governor Soludo eulogised Bishop Ezeokafor for devoting his life to the service of God and humanity through his decades of priestly devotion. Having been ordained priest since 1984, served as Auxiliary Bishop of Awka Diocese from 2007 to 2011, and continues as the Bishop of the Diocese with distinction, pastoral wisdom, and unrelenting commitment, Bishop Ezeokafor has today become a living testimony of divine possibilities.
The goodwill message signed by the Chief Press Secretary to the Governor reads: “His Lordship remains a respected spiritual father, a consistent advocate of peace, unity, and development, and a steady moral voice whose leadership continues to enrich the faith community and the larger society in Anambra State and beyond,” The Governor noted.
Thus, as the Most Reverend Paulinus Chukwuemeka Ezeokafor marks another year of the gift of life with God’s faithfulness, Governor Soludo wishes him happy birthday celebrations.
The Governor prayed God to continue to grant the Bishop robust health, strength, wisdom, and grace for many more impactful years in the service of God and society.
