By Kelechi Achukwu-Jide
The Catholic Archbishop of Onitsha, Valerian Maduka Okeke, has congratulated the Obi of Onitsha, Nnaemeka Alfred Achebe, on his 85th birthday anniversary, praying for continued good health, peace and more years of impactful reign.
Archbishop Okeke gave the congratulatory message today May 24, during a thanksgiving Mass held at the Holy Trinity Cathedral, Onitsha, to mark the birthday celebration of the monarch.
Speaking during the homily, the Archbishop recalled the role played by past monarchs in Onitsha in the spread of Christianity through their acceptance of early Christian missionaries into the kingdom.
He noted that the development laid a strong foundation for the growth of the Catholic Church in the East, Nigeria and parts of Africa.
The Archbishop also commended the sustained relationship between the Onitsha monarchy and the Catholic Church, describing it as one built on faith, leadership and service to humanity.
Kelechi is of the Ministry of Information, Anambra State
