Tension has gripped Anambra State following the disappearance of Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala, the retired Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi
According to reports from DAILY POST, the Archbishop was last seen on Friday as he set out for a journey to Umuchu, a community in the state. As of the time of reporting, it remains unclear whether the Archbishop and his driver were abducted.
In response to the situation, the Bishop of Nnewi Diocese, Rt. Rev. Ndubuisi Obi, issued a prayer alert on Saturday, urging the faithful to offer intercessory prayers for the safe return of the missing Archbishop.
The prayer alert reads:
“PRAYER ALERT from BISHOP Ndubuisi Obi of Nnewi Diocese.
Dearly Beloved in Christ,
It is with heavy hearts that we inform you of the distressing news that our beloved Father in God, Most Rev. Prof. Godwin Okpala (Retired Archbishop of the Niger Province and Bishop of Nnewi), has been missing since yesterday morning. He set out for a journey to Umuchu, accompanied by his driver, but unfortunately, he did not reach his destination. There has been no communication, and neither the Archbishop, his driver, nor their vehicle have been located.
We urgently ask for your fervent prayers for their safety and quick return. We have already contacted the relevant authorities and trust in God’s divine intervention for a positive outcome.
Please join us in prayer, believing that the Lord, whose watchful eyes never slumber, will bring our dear Father and his driver back to us safely.
Thank you for your support during this challenging time.”
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