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Saint Theresa Cathedral, Nsukka

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Saint Theresa Cathedral
Location Nsukka, Enugu State
Country Nigeria
Denomination Catholic Church
Tradition Latin Church
History
Status Cathedral
Dedicated 20 November 2020
Architecture
Functional status Active
Architectural type Church
Administration
Diocese Nsukka
Clergy
Bishop Godfrey Onah

Saint Theresa Cathedral, Nsukka is a Catholic church building, which serves as the seat of the bishop of the Diocese of Nsukka. It was dedicated on 20 November 2020.

History

The cathedral, 5,500 capacity building, was begun in 1991 by Bishop Francis Okobo. It was completed during the episcopacy of Bishop Godfrey Onah. During Okobo's time, he designed the Diocesan Project Support Sunday, where money is raised for the construction of the cathedral.[1] It was dedicated on 20 November 2020.[2]

References

  1. Back to citation Odu, Ikechukwu (18 November 2020). "South-East Govs, bishops, others to grace dedication of Nsukka Catholic Cathedral". Vanguard. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 16 March 2026.
  2. Back to citation Maina, Mercy (18 November 2020). "Plans Underway for Dedication of Nigerian Cathedral after 29 Years of Construction". ACI Africa. Retrieved 16 March 2026.

Bibliography

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