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JALINGO DIOCESE SUPPORTS IDPs IN WUKARI DIOCESE

​The Catholic Diocese of Jalingo, through its Justice Development and Peace Commission (JDPC/Caritas), has delivered essential relief materials and consumables to the Internally Displaced Persons (IDPs) within the Wukari Diocese.

This humanitarian effort targets several communities in the Southern part of Taraba State, specifically in Takum Local Government, that have been impacted by displacement. The Parishes and outstations around this area are the worst hit by this mishap.
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Very Rev. Fr. Justin Bonzena, the Vicar Pastoral of Jalingo Diocese, who led the Representatives, offered words of sympathy and encouragement, "The entire Catholic Diocese of Jalingo members are sharing in the pain and agony of the displaced. You should never abandon God in this time of difficulty," the Very Rev. Fr. echoed.

​In response, Very Rev. Fr. Augustine Chifu, the JDPC Coordinator of Wukari Diocese, expressed deep appreciation for the solidarity shown by their neighbors in Jalingo Diocese, and he prayed for God to replenish their efforts. He added that Jalingo Diocese has been with the Diocese of Wukari shoulder to shoulder during this period of pain, and the are grateful for that in no small measure.

​Representing the displaced community at Chanchanji, Mrs. Mercy Dennis, highlighted the spiritual and communal bond between the two dioceses, expressing gratitude for the timely intervention during their period of need.

Joining Very Rev. Fr. Justin Bonzenna for the outreach from Jalingo Diocese were also ​Very Rev. Fr. Williams Awoshiri (Vicar Administration), ​Rev. Fr. Henry Vakkai (Diocesan Finance Administrator), ​Very Rev. Fr. Innocent Daloba (Diocesan Liturgist), ​Fr. Clement Tiba (JDPC Diocesan Coordinator) and, ​Rev. Fr. Collins Dossa (Coordinator of Migrant and Refugee Unit).

May God console the bereaved, sooth the distressed, comfort the displaced, and grant lasting peace to His people. Amen.

COMWEEK 2026: OPENING MASS DETAILS👇

Theme: Preserving Human Voices and Faces

Date: 11th May, 2026

Time: 9:00am

Venue: Chapel, St. Charles Borromeo Pastoral Centre, Shavou Mile Six

Your presence and participation will greatly enrich this important celebration as together we explore ways of safeguarding human dignity and authentic relationships in today’s rapidly evolving communication landscape.

We look forward to welcoming you.

SOCIAL COMMUNICATIONS STAFF, SAPPHIRA JOSEPH LOSSES MOTHER

The Catholic Diocese of Jalingo community gathered in solemnity and prayer today, Saturday, May 9, 2026, to bid a final farewell to Mama Victoria A. Bawa, mother of Sapphira Joseph, a dedicated staff member of the Social Communications Office Jalingo.

The burial rites, held in her home village of Yakoko, Zing Local Government Area, followed a solemn Requiem Mass that reflected on the transition of life and the duty of the living toward those left behind.

Officiated by Rev. Fr. Walter Fai (Deputy Director of Communications) at the Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Cathedral, Jalingo, the Mass centred on the spiritual continuity of life.

The homilist, Rev. Fr. Patrick Chukwu Odinaka, reminded the congregation that for the faithful, death is not an end but a transformation. He emphasized that God maintains a special proximity to the vulnerable, specifically orphans, widows, and widowers. Fr. Odinaka issued a firm charge regarding the treatment of orphans, he urged relatives to protect the inheritance of the children rather than seize it. He insisted that children should be allowed to enjoy the "remnants of the labour of their parents."

Following the Mass, friends and colleagues shared fond memories of Mama Victoria, painting a picture of a woman who brought light to her community.

In a poignant final act of reunion, Mama Victoria A. Bawa was laid to rest beside her late husband in the family cemetery in Yakoko.

May the soul of late Victoria and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.