Priests, and Offices; Catholic Diocese of Katsina
A complete directory of clergy and pastoral leadership
Fr. Luka Yohanna
Diocesan Chancellor
History: Originates from medieval Church administration; the term comes from Latin cancellarius, a legal secretary.
Function: Custodian of diocesan archives and official documents. Prepares, authenticates, and preserves records of decrees, appointments, and canonical acts.
Fr. Chibuzor Victor
Bishop’s Secretary
History: Evolved as bishops required personal aides for correspondence and scheduling.
Function: Manages the bishop’s calendar, communications, and confidential matters. Often serves as a liaison between the bishop and diocesan departments.
Fr. Cyril Ibeh
Diocesan Procurator
History: Rooted in canon law’s management of Church temporal goods.
Function: Oversees financial and administrative affairs. Manages diocesan assets, budgets, and legal contracts under the bishop’s authority.
Msgr. Atado Joseph
Director, Marriage Tribunal
History: Based on the Church’s judicial system for marriage nullity cases.
Function: Leads the diocesan tribunal that investigates annulments. Ensures canonical procedures are followed and justice is served.
Fr. Chibi Samaila
Director, Justice, Development & Peace Commission (JDPC)
History: Emerged post-Vatican II to promote social justice.
Function: Advocates for human rights, peace, and development. Coordinates outreach, civic education, and poverty alleviation.
Msgr. Atado Joseph
Education Board Director
History: Created to oversee Catholic schools and religious education.
Function: Supervises Catholic educational institutions. Sets curriculum standards, teacher formation, and school policies.
Fr. Kelvin Obineche
Director, Catechetical Centre
History: Rooted in the Church’s mission to teach the faith.
Function: Coordinates catechism programs and materials. Trains catechists and supports parish-level religious education.
Fr. Ochekwu John
Diocesan Liturgist
History: Developed as liturgical norms became more complex post-Vatican II.
Function: Ensures proper celebration of liturgy. Trains clergy and laity in liturgical practices and coordinates diocesan worship events.
Fr. Abubakar Musa
Director, Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS)
History: Founded in the 19th century to support global missions.
Function: Promotes missionary awareness and fundraising. Encourages prayer and support for evangelization worldwide.
Fr. Kelvin Bello
Director, Refugees and Migrants
History: Emerged in response to global migration and humanitarian crises.
Function: Provides pastoral care and advocacy for displaced persons. Collaborates with NGOs and Church agencies for relief and integration.
Fr. Casmir Obi
Director, School of Faith
History: Inspired by adult faith formation movements.
Function: Leads programs for deepening theological understanding. Offers courses, retreats, and seminars for lay and clergy.
Fr. Chibuzor Victor
Director, Social Communications
History: Formalized after Vatican II’s Inter Mirifica document on media.
Function: Manages diocesan media and public relations. Oversees publications, broadcasts, and digital evangelization.
Fr. Cyril Ibeh
👤Parish Priest
⛪St. Vincent Ferrer
📍Malumfashi
📞(+234) 8037022612
Rev Fr Aloysius Nwoke
👤Priest
⛪On Studies
📍Kenya
Rev Fr Capt Chukwudi Onumajuru
👤Parish Priest
⛪St. Jacob’s Catholic Chaplaincy
📍Army Barracks, Katsina
On Special Duty Outside Nigeria
Rev Fr Emmanuel Nura
👤Chaplain/Parish Priest
⛪St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic Chaplaincy
📍Federal Polytechnic Kaura Namoda
Rev Fr Festus Ajibo
👤Parish Priest
⛪St. Joseph’s Parish
📍Gidan Maichibi
Rev Fr Francis Lemark
👤Parish Priest
⛪St. Peter’s Parish
📍Kaura Namoda