The Catholic Diocese of Enugu has distanced itself from a planned political endorsement rally in support of President Bola Tinubu and Enugu State Governor, Peter Mbah, stating that the event will not be held at its facility.
The Diocese, in a statement on Monday by the Diocesan Director of Communications, Rev. Fr. Anthony Aneke, said it had noted a circulating announcement advertising a “Historic Endorsement Rally and Adoption Ceremony” scheduled for Friday, July 3, 2026, at Jubilee Hall, Holy Ghost Cathedral, Enugu, but does not approve of it being held at its facility
The Diocese further explained that it does not permit the use of its churches, parish halls or other ecclesiastical facilities for partisan political rallies, endorsements or similar activities.
It stressed that the proposed use of Jubilee Hall for the event does not reflect the policy or position of the Diocese and, as such, will not allow the rally to be held at the venue.
The statement read, “The Catholic Diocese of Enugu clarifies a media announcement currently circulating regarding a “Historic Endorsement Rally and Adoption Ceremony” in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Barr. Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, scheduled to hold on Friday, 3rd July 2026, at Jubilee Hall, Holy Ghost Cathedral, Enugu.
“Since the event is intended to serve as a political endorsement gathering, the Catholic Diocese of Enugu wishes to state that it does not permit the use of its churches, parish halls, or other ecclesiastical facilities for partisan political rallies, endorsements, or similar activities.
“Consequently, the use of Jubilee Hall, Holy Ghost Cathedral, for the said political event does not reflect the policy or position of the Diocese and therefore will not hold at the said venue.”
It further expressed regret over any misunderstanding the announcement may have caused.
(The Whistler)
