May 02, (THEWILL) – The Methodist Church of Nigeria, Atamunu Diocese Calabar, has announced plans to enthrone Rt. Rev. Otuekong Ukut, Ph.D as the pioneer Bishop of the Diocese.
The ceremony will be conducted by the Archbishop, Archdiocese of Calabar, His Grace, Most Rev.(Amb.) Chimezuo Nwankpa, on Sunday
Details of the ceremony show that it would have three events intertwined in one, themed: “Trinity Service”, which will also showcase strides actualised in reverence to God Almighty.
The activities lined up for the Trinity Service include the inauguration of the diocese, enthronement of the pioneer Bishop of Atamunu Diocese, and presentation of the Lay President, Elder Dr. Gabriel Inyang to the congregation.
Others include the commissioning of multi-million naira projects including the Bishop’s office, Favour Shopping Centre Complex and branded signage.
Other projects to be commissioned Include a school block at the new site of the Susan Away Secondary School, and the laying of the foundation stone for the Bishop’s court still undergoing construction.
Prelate of Methodist Church Nigeria, His Eminence Dr. Oliver Ali Aba, JP, Secretary of Conference, and many other dignitaries are expected to grace the occasion.
Rt. Rev. Otuekong Ukut, Ph.D, a retired Permanent Secretary in the Akwa Ibom State civil service, was elected Bishop on August 14, 2022, and posted to the Diocese of Atamunu as the pioneer Bishop of the Diocese.
He is of an Episcopal rank as a Bishop, and Chairman, CAN Advisory Board, Akwa Ibom State. He is also a member of the Methodist Anglican Commission.
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