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June 9, 2017

Pope tells Nigerian priests to accept bishop or be suspended

Pope Francis told the priests of Diocese of Ahiara, Nigeria to accept Bishop Peter Ebere Okpaleke, who was appointed by Pope Benedict XVI in 2012, as their bishop or face suspension.

VATICAN CITY – Pope Francis is giving priests belonging to the Diocese of Ahiara, Nigeria, 30 days to write a letter promising obedience to him and accepting the bishop appointed for their diocese or they will be suspended.

Published in International