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The Catholic Diocese of Enugu

Episcopal
leadership.

Honouring the bishops whose pastoral leadership, service and witness have shaped the life of the local Church in Enugu.

Our shepherds

The Bishops of Enugu

Presenting the diocesan bishop, auxiliary bishop and bishop emeritus with their respective episcopal histories.

Bishop Callistus Onaga
Diocesan Bishop

Most Rev. Dr. Callistus Chukwuma Valentine Onaga

Bishop of Enugu
Born29 September 1958
Ordained priest8 August 1987
Appointed bishop9 February 2009
Installed2 May 2009
“Seeking the will of God.”
Bishop Ernest Obodo
Auxiliary Bishop

Most Rev. Dr. Ernest Anezichukwu Obodo

Auxiliary Bishop of Enugu
Born24 October 1966
Ordained priest22 July 2000
Appointed auxiliary25 May 2018
Episcopal ordination31 August 2018
“Behold, I am among you as one who serves.” (Lk 22:27)
Bishop Anthony Gbuji
Bishop Emeritus

Most Rev. Dr. Anthony Okonkwo Gbuji

Bishop Emeritus of Enugu · 1996–2009
Born29 October 1931
Ordained priest23 November 1958
Appointed to Enugu8 November 1996
Installed8 February 1997
“To Jesus through Mary.”

Review sources: Enugu Diocesan Directory and Liturgical Calendar 2025, episcopal profiles pp. 4–6. Portraits and styling are subject to final diocesan review. No changes to the official site.