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Tinubu mourns former Aso Villa Chaplain, Rev Dr William Okoye

From The Punch · () English

Translated from English, summarized and contextualized by DistantNews.

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  • President Bola Tinubu mourned the passing of Rev Dr William Okoye, former Chaplain of the Aso Villa Chapel.
  • Tinubu described Okoye as a man of deep faith and principle who served Nigeria diligently in both religious and public capacities.
  • The President extended condolences to Okoye's family and associates, acknowledging his contributions to national development and the spiritual growth of Christians in the presidential precinct.

President Bola Tinubu has expressed his condolences on the passing of Rev Dr William Okoye, the Founder and General Overseer of All Christians Fellowship Mission and former Chaplain of the Aso Villa Chapel. Tinubu remembered Okoye as a man of deep faith and principle who served the nation with dedication in both his religious ministry and public life.

In a statement issued by his Special Adviser on Information and Strategy, Bayo Onanuga, President Tinubu extended his sympathies to Okoye's family, friends, and associates. He noted Okoye's significant contributions during a pastoral career that spanned religious service and national engagement. "As a cleric who held several important positions in Christian organisations in Nigeria, Rev Okoye earned the trust and admiration of his followers and the nation beyond the pulpit," the President stated.

As a cleric who held several important positions in Christian organisations in Nigeria, Rev Okoye earned the trust and admiration of his followers and the nation beyond the pulpit.

โ€” President Bola TinubuDescribing Rev Dr William Okoye's standing and influence.

Okoye served as the Chaplain of the Aso Villa Chapel under the administrations of Presidents Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan. During his tenure, he played a crucial role in the spiritual growth and welfare of Christians within the presidential villa. Beyond his role at the chapel, Okoye was actively involved in various national institutions, including serving as a member of the Presidential Advisory Council on Youth Affairs, the National Political Reform Conference, and the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission.

President Tinubu highlighted Okoye's commitment to societal improvement, stating, "Rev Okoye dedicated himself to building a better society." The President concluded by praying for the eternal repose of the cleric's soul and asking for divine comfort and strength for his family, the All Christians Fellowship Mission, and all those mourning his loss.

Rev Okoye dedicated himself to building a better society.

โ€” President Bola TinubuPraising Rev Dr William Okoye's commitment to societal improvement.
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Originally published by The Punch in English. Translated, summarized, and contextualized by our editorial team with added local perspective. Read our editorial standards.