Zaria Catholic Diocese pioneer bishop dies at 65

Pioneer Bishop of Zaria Catholic Diocese George Dodo

Zaria Catholic Diocese of Kaduna State has announced the death of its pioneer bishop Most Reverend George Dodo.

Dodo, 65, died on Friday morning after a brief illness, a statement by the diocesan vice-chancellor of Zaria Rev. Fr. Abraham Bisan said.

“With gratitude to God I have been directed to announce the passing unto glory of our bishop, Most Rev. George Jonathan Dodo, the pioneer bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Zaria.

“This sad event took place in the early hours of Friday, 8am July, 2022 after a brief illness.

“While we enjoin all to pray for his peaceful repose, information regarding his burial will be announced as soon as possible,” the statement said.