The Speaker Anambra State House of Assembly, Right Honourable Somtochukwu Udeze has described the Metropolitan Archbishop of Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province, Most Reverend Valerian Okeke as an outstanding Prelate whose spiritual standing and drive have greatly aided the growth and development of the Church.
Felicitating with Archbishop Okeke on behalf of the State Legislature as he marks his forty third Anniversary of Priestly Ordination, Right Honourable Udeze noted that the Prelate has distinguished himself among his contemporaries through promotion of practical evangelism and sound church administration.
The Speaker who lauded Archbishop Okeke’s steadfastness in his service to God, expressed gratitude that his Archdiocese is growing from strength to strength to the glory of God.
He enjoined other priests to emulate Archbishop Okeke’s humility, selflessness, dedication and true service to God by upholding the sanctity of priesthood and also by living up to their responsibilities.
Right Honourable Udeze while wishing Archbishop Okeke more fruitful years of service in God’s Vineyard, Prayed God to equip him accordingly to enable him continue to discharge his divine mandate of service to God and humanity.
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