The Catholic Diocese of Warri has suspended Rev. Fr. Daniel Oghenerukevwe from priestly duties after he allegedly married Ms. Dora Chichah in the United States on December 29, 2024. The marriage video went viral on social media, prompting the Diocese to act.

“By this action, Rev. Fr. Daniel Okanatotor Oghenerukevwe has incurred a Latae Sententiae suspension in accordance with the provisions of Canon 1394 §1,” the statement read. The Diocese added that Fr. Oghenerukevwe had requested to be released from his duties in November 2024 but married without completing the required procedures.

“He is prohibited from presenting himself as a priest of the Catholic Diocese of Warri in any capacity,” the Diocese said. Fr. Oghenerukevwe can petition for the revocation of the suspension if he demonstrates a willingness to reform.

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Warri Catholic Diocese suspends priest who

Warri Catholic Diocese suspends priest who