Anglican church sends Awka bishop on six-month leave
The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has directed the Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev. Alexander Ibezim, to proceed on a six-month leave amid ongoing administrative investigations in the diocese. The directive is contained in a letter dated October 13, signed by the Primate of the Church, Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, and made available to Read More:…
The Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) has announced that Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev. Alexander Ibezim, will be placed on a six-month leave of absence due to ongoing administrative investigations in his diocese. This decision was made following reports from administrative panels, including a visitation team led by the Dean of the Church of Nigeria.
The Primate of the Church, Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, met with Ibezim on October 9 to review the findings of the investigation team. The six-month leave is intended to facilitate a thorough investigation, restore peace, and promote reconciliation within the diocese. Ndukuba clarified that the leave is an administrative measure, not a disciplinary sanction, and Ibezim will be supervised by Rt. Rev. Samuel Ezeofor, Bishop of Aguata Diocese, during his absence.
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