By Juliana Nwachukwu
The Parish Priest of St. Charles Lwanga Parish, New Heaven Okpoko, Ogbaru Local Government Area of Anambra, Rev. Msgr. Theophilus Odukwe, has marked his 70th birthday with a thanksgiving celebration.
Odukwe celebrated the milestone on Sept. 27, at the parish church auditorium, with priests, church and community leaders, family members, friends and other guests in attendance.
In his remarks, the celebrant thanked God for the gift of life and expressed appreciation to his family, parishioners, fellow priests, friends and community members who joined him in celebrating the milestone.
He said the occasion was not only a celebration of age but also an opportunity to appreciate God’s faithfulness and reflect on his years of service, sacrifices and relationships.
The Monsignor urged the people to promote love, peace and unity and to remain committed to serving God and humanity.
Among those who attended were Mayor Elect of Ogbaru Local Government Area, Hon. Nnamdi Ifejika and member representing Ogbaru I Constituency in the Anambra State House of Assembly, Hon. Noble Chinonso Igwe.
Others included Rt. Hon. Uche Okafor Former Speaker Anambra State House of Assembly, the President-General of Okpoko, Hon. Charles Ezeokafor, commissioners, priests and other dignitaries.
The celebration featured music, dancing and goodwill messages, while guests also joined the celebrant in cutting his birthday cake.
Juliana Nwachukwu is of the Ministry of Information and Value Reformation, Anambra State
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