The Governor of Anambra State, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has congratulated His Lordship, Most Reverend Paulinus Chukwuemeka Ezeokafor, the Catholic Bishop of the Diocese of Awka, on the joyful occasion of his 74th birthday today.
Soludo in his goodwill message signed by his spokesman, Mr. Christian Aburime, 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.
“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 prays that the Lord will continue togrant the Bishop robust health, strength, wisdom, and grace for many more impactful years in the service of God and society.”
