By Cheta Enyoghasi
Edo State Governor, Godwin Obaseki has grieved over the death of Emeritus Archbishop of Benin, Archbishop Patrick Ebosele Ekpu.
Obaseki hailed Ekpu as a compassionate and kind figure who had a long history of working for the growth of the Christian faith.
He praised Ekpu as an inspiration and a model for many young people, while also celebrating his impactful service to God and humanity.
His words, “He was an inspiration to many and a model that a lot of young people looked up to.
“I celebrate his impactful service to humanity and God and appreciate his work for Christ in Edo State, where he served for many years in promoting peace and societal cohesion. He is a great ambassador of the Catholic faith.
“Archbishop Ekpu was devoted to Christ and has done enviable work in the Lord’s vineyard, building a community of Catholic faithful who have continued to sustain his legacy of service, compassion, and sacrifice,” the governor said.
He further commiserated with His Grace, Most Rev. Augustine Obiora Akubeze, the Archbishop of the Benin City Catholic Archdiocese, and the entire Edo Catholic community.
Obaseki prayed the Catholic community to bear the irreparable loss and the fortitude to bear the tragedy.
