09/23/2025
Tension in St Michael Church as church members Insist on Indigenous Bishop.
Tension is brewing in Omoku following strong demands by worshippers for the appointment of an indigenous Bishop to head the newly created Diocese of Omoku.
It was recalled that on Thursday, 16th September, the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, flegged the new Diocese of Omoku and announced Ven Richard Okpara, JP, DSSRS, from Ekpeye, as the Bishop-elect.
However, some members of the new Diocese have openly rejected the decision, insisting that only an indigene of Ogbaland should occupy the episcopal seat. In protest, they reportedly sealed up the church premises, halting normal activities.
Arguing that appointing a non indigene disregards local sentiments and traditions, while others within the Anglican fold maintain that the church’s decision is in line with established procedures and should be respected.
