Lucius Ugorji
Archbishop Lucius Ugorji is the President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN). Known for his advocacy on social and educational issues, he has recently criticized the decision by northern state governors to close schools during Ramadan, arguing that it undermines the secular principles of Nigeria and threatens the right to education for all children, irrespective of their faith.
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Most Rev. Lucius Ugorji, the Catholic Archbishop of Owerri Archdiocese, confirmed the shooting but stated that the identity of those responsible remained unknown.
Gunmen shoot Catholic priest on Christmas Day in Imo
Nigeria· 2025-12-26
Bishop Lucius Ugorji of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria reaffirmed the Church’s stance against artificial birth control.
Why Nigerian men push back on family planningNigeria· 2025-05-25
Archbishop Lucius Ugorji thanked President Tinubu for facilitating their visits to the Vatican.
Tinubu, Obi, Fayemi share light moments at Pope’s inaugurationNigeria· 2025-05-19
Archbishop Lucius Ugorji of Owerri is part of President Tinubu’s entourage.
Tinubu to join world leaders at Pope’s inaugurationNigeria· 2025-05-16
Tinubu will be accompanied by top Catholic leaders in Nigeria, including Archbishop Lucius Ugorji of Owerri.
Tinubu to attend Pope Leo XIV’s inauguration in RomeNigeria· 2025-05-15
Lucius Ugorji is the President of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria who signed the statement criticizing the school closures.
Catholic bishops urge Northern govs to reopen schools closed for RamadanNigeria· 2025-03-03