Engr. Eric N. Anyamene has congratulated the Archbishop of Onitsha, Valerian Maduka Okeke, on the occasion of his 45th priestly anniversary, describing his ministry as a model of faith, humility and dedicated service to God and humanity.
Anyamene, Founder of the Eric Nnamdi Anyamene Foundation (ENAF) and the Nigeria Democratic Congress (NDC) candidate for Idemili North and South Federal Constituency, conveyed his goodwill message as Archbishop Okeke marked 45 years in the Catholic priesthood.
In his congratulatory message, Anyamene praised the Archbishop's commitment to the Church and his impact on the lives of the faithful over the past four and a half decades.
"Your four and a half decades of faithful service to God, the Catholic Church, and humanity have been a remarkable testimony of unwavering faith, humility, compassion, and exemplary leadership," he said.
He noted that Archbishop Okeke's ministry has inspired countless faithful, strengthened families, nurtured priestly and religious vocations, and provided spiritual leadership across the Onitsha Ecclesiastical Province and beyond.
Anyamene also joined Catholics and well-wishers in thanking God for the Archbishop's life and vocation.
"As you celebrate this significant milestone, I join the faithful across the world in thanking Almighty God for the gift of your life and priesthood. May He continue to grant you abundant grace, sound health, divine wisdom, and renewed strength as you shepherd His flock with love and dedication," he stated.
He further commended Archbishop Okeke for his fatherly guidance and unwavering commitment to the Gospel, saying his contributions have continued to promote the spiritual and moral growth of society.
"Thank you for your fatherly guidance, steadfast commitment to the Gospel, and invaluable contributions to the spiritual and moral growth of our people," Anyamene added.
He concluded by praying for God's continued blessings upon the Archbishop, wishing him many more years of fruitful service in the Lord's vineyard.
Archbishop Valerian Okeke is celebrating 45 years of priestly ministry, a milestone that has drawn congratulatory messages from members of the clergy, public office holders and the Catholic faithful within and outside Nigeria.
