The Roman Catholic Diocese of Katsina (Latin: Katsinen(sis)) is a diocese located in the city of Katsina in the ecclesiastical province of Kaduna in Nigeria. Its territory is made up of the state of Katsina. It was established by Pope Francis in 2023.[1][2]
History
- October 16, 2023: Established as the Diocese of Katsina from the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sokoto.
Special churches
The Cathedral is St. Martin De Porres Cathedral in Katsina city.
Bishops
- Diocese of Katsina (Roman rite)
References
- 1."Pope erects new diocese in Nigeria". Aciafrica. 16 October 2023. Retrieved 2 February 2024.
- 2."Pope Francis appoints new bishop for Nigeria's new diocese, Katsina". Vatican News. 16 October 2023.