By CSN Media
The Apostolic Nuncio to Nigeria, Archbishop Michael Francis Crotty, has commiserated with the Catholic Bishop of Auchi, Most Rev. Gabriel Dunia, the Clergy and the entire Diocese of Auchi over the passing of Rt. Rev. Msgr. Thomas Oleghe, the oldest Catholic priest in Nigeria.
In his condolence message, Archbishop Crotty expressed his sadness over the demise of Msgr. Oleghe, describing it as a great loss to the Catholic Church in Nigeria. “I take the opportunity to present to you, your Lordship, the Clergy of the Diocese of Auchi and to the family of our late brother and priest, Msgr. Oleghe the deepest sentiments of his Holiness, Pope Francis, as well as my condolences,” he said.
Archbishop Crotty also noted that Msgr. Oleghe lived a fulfilled life, having served the Lord with devotion and commitment throughout his 104 years on earth. “At 104 years, one can say that Msgr. Oleghe has lived a fulfilled life, yet, more than one would have wished that he had lived on, so that the Clegy in Nigeria might continue to hear from him, the stories of the establishment and growth of the church here in Nigeria and to tap from his numerous years of experience,” he noted.
Commending the deceased Chaplain of his Holiness to the mercy of God, the Papal envoy, prayed for his peaceful repose and consolation for the Diocese of Auchi and the entire Catholic Church in Nigeria.”May his soul, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. United in prayer with you and the Clegy of Auchi, I remain, Yours fraternally in Christ,” he prayed.
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