Governor Okpebholo mourns Edo-born oldest Catholic priest

Edo State Governor, Senator Monday Okpebholo, has commiserated with the Catholic Community in Edo, following the demise of the most senior Reverend Father in Nigeria, Monsignor Thomas Oleghe, who died at the age of 104.

Governor Okpebholo said the exemplary life of late Fr. Oleghe is a worthy lesson for Nigerians

He said his humility, sacrifices, and lives touched by Fr. Oleghe will never be forgotten, even as he prayed to God to grant his family, the Catholic Community in Nigeria, especially Auchi Diocese, the fortitude to shoulder the huge loss.

“Fr. Oleghe hailed from Igiode town in Agenebode, Etsako East Local Government Area of Edo State. Although he lived a fulfilled life and died at a ripe age of 104 years, we will continue to miss his fatherly roles and how he touched many lives.

“On behalf of the people and Government of Edo State, I want to extend my deepest condolences to the family of late Fr. Oleghe, the Catholic Church Community in Nigeria, especially Auchi Diocese. May God grant his soul eternal rest, amen.”