Catholic priest suspended over prolonged absence from parish in Benue

Catholic priest suspended over prolonged absence from parish in Benue

A Catholic priest of the Diocese of Gboko, Benue,Rev. Fr. David Golodzo has been suspended from the exercise of sacred ministry over prolonged and unauthorized absence from duty. A document bearing the official letterhead of the Catholic Diocese of Gboko and dated September 4, 2025, indicated that the decision was taken by the Bishop of Gboko Archdiocese, Most Rev. William Avenya. According to the letter addressed to Rev. Fr. Golodzo, the priest…

Benue: Catholic Diocese of Gboko suspends Priest over prolonged absence from pastoral duties

The Catholic Diocese of Gboko has suspended Rev. Fr. David Golodzo from active ministry, citing what it termed an extended, unauthorized absence from his pastoral duties. A document issued on the official letterhead of the Diocese and dated September 4, 2025, reveals that the action was approved by the Bishop of Gboko, Most Rev. William […] The post Benue: Catholic Diocese of Gboko suspends Priest over prolonged absence from pastoral duties appe…