APGA chair congratulates Cardinal Okialeke

The National Chairman of the All Progressives Grand Alliance (APGA), Dr Victor Oye, has congratulated Bishop Peter Okpalaeke of the Diocese of Ekwulobia on his elevation to cardinal.

Oye, in a congratulatory message on Sunday, thanked the Pope for finding Okpalaeke, who hails from Anambra, worthy of the elevation. The APGA national chairman was in Rome to grace the installation of the new cardinals described Okpalaeke as God’s gift to Nigeria, noting that it is a sign of greater things to come to the state and the country.

Oye stated: “Okpalaeke’s shining qualities of humility, steadfastness, courage, godliness and patience in the face of adversity stood him out.

“I pray to God for continued grace and humility in his (Okpaleke) service to God and humanity as he assumes a greater role in His vineyard.”

Okpalaeke was installed a cardinal by Pope Francis, including other 20 bishops in a consistory held at the St. Peters Basilica, Vatican City, Rome on August 27.