Alexander Chibuzo Ibezim
Appearance
Alexander Chibuzo Ibezim // ⓘ (born 5 August 1962) is a Nigerian Anglican bishop.[1]
Alexander Chibuzo Ibezim | |
|---|---|
| Archbishop of Niger Bishop of Awka | |
| Church | Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) |
| Archdiocese | Ecclesiastical Province of the Niger |
| Diocese | Diocese of Awka |
| Appointed | Archbishop: 24 September 2019 |
| Orders | |
| Ordination | 1994 |
| Consecration | 12 September 2010 |
| Personal details | |
| Born | August 5, 1962 Nibo-Nise, Nigeria |
| Residence | Awka, Anambra State |
| Spouse | Martha Chioma Ibezim |
| Education | University of Nigeria |
Biography
[edit]Ibezim born on 5 August 1962 in Nibo-Nise and was educated at the University of Nigeria. He was ordained in 1994. he served in Lagos, rising to be an Archdeacon. In 2010, he became Bishop of Awka; and in 2020 Archbishop of Niger.[2]
Ibezim was consecrated a bishop on 12 September 2010 at St Peter's Cathedral, Asaba and installed there as Bishop of Awka on 22 November 2010; he was later (additionally) elected Archbishop in 2019 and installed on 24 September 2019.[3]
References
[edit]- ↑ "The Rt Revd Alexander Ibezim - The Church Of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) - Anglican Communion". www.worldanglican.com. Retrieved 2024-09-16.
- ↑ Rapheal (2020-01-22). "Day Awka stood still". The Sun. Lagos, Nigeria. Retrieved 2024-09-16.
- ↑ "Archbishop Ibezim calls for increased security in Southeast". The Authority. Abuja, Nigeria. 22 November 2020.