By Vincent Njoku
In an unprecedented collaboration, the Communications Directorate of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria (CSN) has joined forces with MTN Nigeria, one of Africa’s leading communications service providers, to host the inaugural ComWEEK Public Lecture. This year’s theme, “Artificial Intelligence: Challenges and Opportunities for Evangelization and Social Development,” promises to ignite a conversation at the intersection of technology and faith.
Left-Right: National Director of Social Communications, Rev. Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh; Regional Home Broadbrand Manager, MTN Nigeria, Indagiju Bangoji and Rev. Fr. Lawrence Emehel during the presentation of the 2024 ComWEEK T-shirt
The addition of the public lecture to the annual ComWEEK program signifies the Catholic Church in Nigeria’s dedication to addressing contemporary issues through the lens of faith. The event is slated for Wednesday, May 8, 2024, at the CSN Resource Centre, commencing at 10 a.m.. The session will be chaired by the esteemed President of the Senate, His Excellency, Sen. Godswill Obot Akpabio, CON.
The CBCN President, Archbishop Lucius Iwejuru Ugorji, is set to deliver a compelling keynote address, while His Eminence, John Cardinal Onaiyekan, graces the event as the special guest of honor. The lecture will feature Rev. Fr Prof. Anthony Akinwale, OP, as the main speaker, with insightful contributions from Rev. Sr. Dr. Florence Osho, EHJ, Rev. Fr. Dr. Uche Obodoechina, and Mr. Lekan Otufodunrin.
Anticipation runs high with an expected audience of over 500, encompassing industry leaders, distinguished guests, students, media professionals, technology enthusiasts, and church representatives.
According to the National Director of Social Communications for the Catholic Church in Nigeria, Very Rev. Fr. Michael Nsikak Umoh, “this strategic partnership with MTN, a company at the forefront of Africa’s digital revolution, aims to catalyze a transformative dialogue on the role of technology in faith-based outreach and social development.”
