Governor Soludo Celebrates Cardinal Francis Arinze on His 92nd Birthday
Governor Soludo Celebrates Cardinal Francis Arinze on His 92nd Birthday
His Eminence, Cardinal Francis Arinze
Anambra State Governor, Chukwuma Charles Soludo, has extended warm congratulations to His Eminence, Cardinal Francis Arinze, on the occasion of his 92nd birthday, celebrated on November 1, 2024.
Governor Soludo praised Cardinal Arinze as an extraordinary figure from Anambra State and a globally revered leader within the Catholic Church. He commended the Cardinal for his unwavering faith, intellectual excellence, and dedication to serving God and humanity, qualities that have made him an enduring source of inspiration worldwide.
Reflecting on Cardinal Arinze's ecclesiastical journey, Governor Soludo highlighted his contributions as a pillar of spiritual guidance, diplomacy, and pastoral care. “Cardinal Arinze’s leadership within the Catholic Church, his commitment to spreading the Gospel, fostering interfaith dialogue, and serving humanity with compassion and integrity, are exemplary and deserving of emulation,” the Governor remarked.
He noted that Cardinal Arinze’s ascent from Onitsha to the global stage of the Vatican exemplifies a story of pride not only for Anambra State but for Nigeria as a whole.
Governor Soludo joined Cardinal Arinze's family and Catholics worldwide in wishing him continued strength, divine guidance, and good health, with hopes for many more years of impactful leadership in the advancement of the Catholic faith.
Born on November 1, 1932, in Eziowelle in Anambra State’s Archdiocese of Onitsha, Cardinal Arinze has long been celebrated for his significant role within the Catholic Church, both in Nigeria and on the global stage.
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