Catholic Diocese of Katsina

BAPTISM

Gateway to the Christian Life

Through Baptism, we are freed from sin, reborn as children of God, and welcomed into the Catholic Church.

CONFIRMATION

Sealed with the Holy Spirit

Confirmation strengthens baptismal grace and equips us with the gifts of the Holy Spirit to live boldly as witnesses of Christ.

HOLY EUCHARIST

Source and Summit of Christian Life

In the Eucharist, Christ gives His Body and Blood as spiritual nourishment, uniting us more deeply with Him and the Church.

ANOINTING OF THE SICK

Strength for Body and Soul

This sacrament brings spiritual healing, peace, and courage to the sick, uniting their suffering with Christ’s own passion.

HOLY ORDERS

Service in Christ’s Name

Through Holy Orders, men are ordained as deacons, priests, or bishops to serve the people of God and build up the Church.

THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

Mother of God and the Church

Mary, full of grace, is honored as the Mother of Jesus and Mother of the Church, a model of faith and obedience who intercedes for all believers.

THE POPE

Successor of Saint Peter

The Pope is the Bishop of Rome and the visible head of the Catholic Church, entrusted with guiding the faithful in unity, faith, and service to Christ.

orphanage Visitation

Helping the Poor/Needy

The Cyon Visitation to Orphanage

CBCN SECOND PLENARY

CBCN Bishops Meet in Akwa Ibom 2025

The Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) held its 2025 plenary in Ikot Ekpene, Akwa Ibom, discussing peace, justice, and national development.

Inaugural Mass at Good Shepherd Major Seminary Kaduna

Bishop Gerald at Good Shepherd Seminary

Bishop Gerald celebrated the inaugural mass at Good Shepherd Major Seminary on Monday the 13th of October. The mass included investiture of the year one philosophers, installation of Lectors and Acolytes and at the end the renewal of vows by the formators.

Inaugural Mass at Good Shepherd Major Seminary Kaduna

Papal Knights Courtesy Visit to Bishop Gerald

Courtesy visit to Katsina Diocese

The Representative of the Papal Knights paid a Courtesy visit to Bishop Gerald Musa, the Catholic Bishop of Katsina. The meeting was indeed a success as the Bishop was pleads to welcome them and bless them.

Papal Knights Courtesy Visit to Bishop Gerald

HCA/YOMM Day with the Bishop

Cross section of the clerics present at the Mass and celebration with the children

The HCA/YOMM had a day with the Bishop, of which started from the 10th to 11th of October. on the evening of the 10th the children had a Movie Night with the movie titled 'Daniel'. while on the 11th the children began with Morning sport exercise after which was the Mass as celebrated by the Bishop and then the talk on 'We are Missionaries' by Fr. Kelvin Bello, then the quiz competition amongst ten parishes present, of which the winner was St. Mary Gidan Korau. The Bishop finally gave the Final Blessing and all the children departed Joyfully.

DIOCESAN PASTORAL COUNCIL MEETING

Pastoral council Meeting Held at the Cathedral to Talk about the progress of the Diocese

Warm Reunion at the Bishop of Katsina’s Office Rekindles Childhood Memories

Courtesy Visit to Bishop Gerald Musa

Bishop of Katsina was delighted to receive two of his former classmates today in a heartfelt courtesy visit at his diocesan office. The reunion brought together alumni of Tunau Primary School, Malumfashi, where the Bishop and his guests first forged their friendship decades ago.

Warm Reunion at the Bishop of Katsina’s Office Rekindles Childhood Memories

BISHOP KUKAH WHY NIGERIA SHOULD NOT BE DESIGNATED COUNTRY OF CONCERN

Comments at the Launch of the ACIN 2025 World Report on Religious Freedom in the World.

A Plea & Testimony from Nigeria By Matthew Hassan Kukah, Bishop, Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Nigeria, Delivered at the Augustinianum Hall, on October 21st, 2021, Vatican City.

BISHOP KUKAH WHY NIGERIA SHOULD NOT BE DESIGNATED COUNTRY OF CONCERN

Sabon Rai Event at St. Johnbosco's Catholic Church Malamawa.

Bishop Gerald attended the first Diocesan Sabon Rai convention

The Sabon Rai group had their diocesan convention at Malamawa of which the Bishop was present and the parish priest of the Malamawa parish and the PMS director was also present to grave the occasion.

Sabon Rai Event at St. Johnbosco's Catholic Church Malamawa.

Hisbah of Karfi Ward Pays Courtesy Visit to St. Joseph’s Parish Priest

Coutesy visit to Layin Minista parish

The Hisbah of Karfi Ward, Malumfashi LGA, Katsina State paid a courtesy visit to the Parish Priest of St Joseph's Parish, Layin Minista which is also part of the ward

Hisbah of Karfi Ward Pays Courtesy Visit to St. Joseph’s Parish Priest

INTER-DIOCESAN CYON CONVENTION UNITES YOUTHS IN GUSAU.

CYON Inter-diocesan convention at Our Lady of Fatima, Gusau.

Gusau, Zamfara State — November 2, 2025 The Catholic Youth Organization of Nigeria (CYON) held a vibrant inter-diocesan convention from October 30 to November 2 at Our Lady of Fatima Parish, Gusau, drawing enthusiastic participation from youths across the Katsina and Sokoto Dioceses. The four-day event featured spiritual reflections, workshops, praise sessions, and cultural displays aimed at deepening faith and fostering unity among Catholic youths. The convention theme, centered on "Faith in Action," inspired discussions on leadership, evangelization, and community service. Highlights included a Eucharistic celebration led by Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of Sokoto Diocese, and a keynote address by Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Bako, emphasizing the role of youth in shaping the future of the Church. Participants left energized, committed to living out their faith boldly and building stronger inter-diocesan bonds.

INTER-DIOCESAN CYON CONVENTION UNITES YOUTHS IN GUSAU.

CAMPAN KADUNA PROVINCE HOSTS MEDIA CONFERENCE IN KANO

Campan @Kano

Kano, Nigeria — November 6, 2025 The Catholic Media Practitioners Association of Nigeria (CAMPAN) convened its annual conference for media personnel and directors from all dioceses under the Kaduna Ecclesiastical Province from November 4 to 6 at St. Thomas Parish, Kano. The three-day gathering brought together Catholic communicators from across the province—including representatives from the dioceses of Kaduna, Kano, Kontagora, Minna, Zaria, and Kafanchan—for a series of workshops, networking sessions, and spiritual reflections focused on enhancing Church communication in the digital age. Keynote speakers emphasized the importance of ethical storytelling, media evangelization, and collaboration across diocesan boundaries. The conference also featured breakout sessions on social media strategy, crisis communication, and parish-level media engagement. Participants left with renewed commitment to amplifying the Church’s voice and values through modern media platforms.

CAMPAN KADUNA PROVINCE HOSTS MEDIA CONFERENCE IN KANO

ASH WENESDAY

ASH WENESDAY @St. Martin De-Porres

ASH WENESDAY @St. Martin De-Porres Cathederal

Welcome Address

On behalf of the Diocese, we warmly welcome you to our online home. Under the spiritual guidance of our beloved Bishop, we remain committed to nurturing faith, fostering unity, and serving our communities with love and compassion. May this space be a source of inspiration, connection, and renewal for all who visit. Whether you are seeking spiritual growth, community engagement, or simply a place to belong—know that you are welcome here. “Let all that you do be done in love.” — 1 Corinthians 16:14