The Catholic Bishop of , Abakaliki, Dr Peter Chukwu has reportedly passed away.
According to sources, the Bishop died while receiving treatment for an undisclosed illness. Details surrounding his death remain limited as of the time of filing this report.
Reacting to the development, social media influencer expressed deep grief over the loss, describing it as a significant blow not only to but to the wider Christian community.
In a Facebook post, he lamented that the late cleric, who was in his 50s, was “a refined man and Associate Professor,” noting that his passing represents a profound loss that extends beyond his immediate community.
The Bishop’s death is expected to generate widespread mourning across the and among members of the .
Further details are expected to emerge in due course.
