23/05/2026
CBCN HOSTING 2026: OSOGBO DIOCESE GETS SET!
The Catholic Diocese of Osogbo continues to intensify preparations for the hosting of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) scheduled for September this year. As part of efforts to ensure a successful and well-coordinated event, the Secretary General of the Catholic Secretariat of Nigeria, Very Rev. Fr. Michael Banjo, paid an assessment visit to the diocese to evaluate the level of preparedness for the historic gathering.
During the visit, Very Rev. Fr. Banjo held a meeting with the heads of committees of the Local Organizing Committee, where various committees presented reports on the progress made in their different areas of responsibility. The presentations highlighted the dedication, sacrifices, and enormous efforts already invested in ensuring that the conference is successfully hosted.
After the meeting, the Secretary General toured the various facilities and project sites prepared for the event. Having inspected the available facilities and listened to the reports presented, he expressed great satisfaction with the level of preparation and organization already put in place by the diocese.
He commended the commitment, teamwork, and hard work of the various committees and the entire diocesan community, describing the efforts as highly impressive and encouraging. He further urged all committees to sustain the momentum as preparations continue towards welcoming bishops from across the nation.
