News & Events

St. Joseph School held its vibrant 2025 graduation with Mass, cultural displays, speeches, and joyful certificate awards for proud Nursery and Primary pupils.

NBTE Zonal Director Engr. Dr. Ngozi Okelekwe visited VTTC Enugu, commending progress, recommending upgrades, and advancing the centre’s accreditation process.

CIDJAP’s VTTC equips youth with skills, values, and real-world training—combating unemployment, poverty, and insecurity through hands-on, faith-driven education.

CIDJAP mourns Mama Rose Anuolu as she is laid to rest after 90 years of service, faith, and compassion. Her legacy of love and justice continues to inspire all.

A global theology conference in Frankfurt featured insights on justice, ethics, and sustainability from leading scholars, including Nigeria’s Prof. Msgr. Obiora Ike.

Msgr. Obiora Ike accepts panelist role at ISTCES2025 in Istanbul, contributing key insights on inclusive growth and Africa’s sustainable development challenges.

Stakeholders discussed experiential learning in Enugu Smart Green Schools, exploring enablers, barriers, and CIDJAP’s role in skill acquisition collaboration.

VTTC Olu-Aka Di Mma empowers the youths in Enugu environs with practical skills through a landmark partnership between CIDJAP and STVSMB for vocational training.

Msgr. Ike visited Ofuobi Africa Centre to inspect renovations, offer direction, and ensure the timely completion of development projects under CIDJAP’s mission.

Msgr. Obiora Ike’s 2025 Easter message encourages faith, hope, and service, reminding CIDJAP staff to embody the Resurrection’s spirit of peace, justice, and dignity.

CIDJAP’s 2025 Easter Retreat offered staff renewal through reflection, confession, adoration, inspiring talks, Holy Mass, and fellowship at Ofuobi Africa Centre.

CIDJAP’s April 2025 Management Meeting featured unit reports, insights from Msgr. Obiora Ike, and engagement with an external auditor for improved transparency.

VTTC “Olu Aka Di Mma” 2025 orientation welcomed new trainees with an inspiring message from Msgr. Obiora Ike, focusing on hope, skills, and sustainable self-reliance.

CIDJAP, led by Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike, made a notable contribution at the 2025 Cathedraticum, showcasing strong commitment to justice, peace, and Church support.

CIDJAP celebrates Msgr. Obiora Ike’s 69th birthday with a heartfelt Mass, honouring his impactful life of faith, service, leadership, inspiration, and purpose.

Birgit Groger from Kelkheim Parish donated €1,000 to CIDJAP, supporting students’ school fees. Grateful CIDJAP staff and beneficiaries express heartfelt gratitude.

CIDJAP staff trained on hospital accounting for NGO-managed hospitals, focusing on financial transparency, sustainability, and compliance to enhance management.

Msgr. Obiora Ike receives the “Our Pearl of Great Value” award for his contributions to education, economic empowerment, and community development in Ezeagu.

The one-year anniversary of Ukamaka Cottage Hospital’s reopening featured a Holy Mass, health talks, and a community celebration of healthcare improvements.

CIDJAP’s February 2025 meeting focused on departmental updates, prison welfare, annual reports, plans for her 40th-anniversary celebrations and upcoming workshops.

CIDJAP and STVSMB meet to discuss a partnership to enhance vocational education in Enugu, focusing on practical training and skill development for graduates.

The Deputy Controller of Enugu Maximum Correctional Centre visited CIDJAP to appreciate its support for inmates through legal aid, welfare, and rehabilitation.

CIDJAP began 2025 with a two-day program featuring a management meeting, retreat, and Mass, inspiring hope, commitment, and strategies for achieving its mission.

Caritas Nigeria’s Enugu retreat, led by Msgr. Obiora Ike, deepened spirituality in service through Catholic Social Teaching, reflection, and community building.

Stepping into 2025, Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike reflects on God’s blessings, encouraging renewed faith, service, and hope for a peaceful and spiritually fulfilling year.

Guardian Angels Motherless Babies Home celebrated its 25th anniversary on 28 December 2024, celebrating 500 nurtured children with Holy Mass, awards, etc.

Celebrate the joy of Christmas with Msgr. Obiora Ike’s heartfelt message of hope, love, and renewal, inspiring faith, unity, and compassion this holy season.

CIDJAP fed over 3,688 families during Christmas 2024, supported by local and international funders, spreading joy and gratitude among recipients and benefactors alike.

The CIDJAP 2024 Christmas Retreat, anchored by Rev. Fr. Madueke Vincent, featured renewal through adoration, Confession, Holy Mass, and reflections on faith and charity.

Barbara Raaymann celebrated her 60th birthday by donating gifts to fund education for five beneficiaries, continuing her family’s legacy of generosity in Enugu.

Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike attended the unveiling of the refurbished Female Medical Ward at UNTH, which the Onodugo family renovated in honour of their parents.

FIDESCO Austria trainers Werner Ilg and Hubert Hinsauer visited VTTC to enhance youth’s skills through workshops guided by Msgr. Ike’s visionary leadership.

Archbishop Crotty visited Holy Ghost Cathedral during Bigard Seminary’s centenary, strengthening Vatican-Nigeria ties and celebrating Catholic faith and unity.

Gloria Onyinyechi Nnaegbunam, sponsored by CIDJAP, excelled in Hospitality Management and touched hearts by donating her first salary to sponsorship connector, Meggy Kantert.

The 2024 Godfrey Okoye University Convocation celebrated academic excellence, graced by Msgr. Prof. Dr. Obiora Ike and Enugu State SSG, Professor Chidi Onyia.

In October, Kelkheim Parish’s “Repair Cafe” programme raised funds for CIDJAP’s Sponsorship Programme, with support from the Mayor and local craftsmen.

In Enugu, CIDJAP VTTC honoured Engineer Chief Hugo Oelz’s legacy, celebrating his transformative impact on vocational education and empowerment for Nigerian youth.

Prof. Elmar Kuhn visited CIDJAP projects, engaging with students, children, and caregivers, and delivering a lecture on human rights at Godfrey Okoye University.

Prof. Kuhn’s visit to CIDJAP highlighted inter-religious harmony, resilience, and compassion. Survivors shared stories, and his lecture inspired reflection.

CIDJAP announces a public lecture by Prof. Dr. Elmar Kuhn on “Inter-Religious Dialogue and Ethics,” chaired by Prof. Dr. Christian Okeke, fostering peace and coexistence.

Msgr. Obiora Ike was inducted into the Enugu State Hall of Fame, recognising his outstanding contributions to justice, leadership, and social development.

Msgr. Ike discussed ethical leadership, youth engagement, and social justice during an interview on Urban Radio Enugu, emphasizing values-driven societal progress.

The 38th Anniversary of CIDJAP was celebrated with a day of reflection, thanksgiving, cultural performances, and lectures on social justice and neopaganism in Southeast Nigeria.

Msgr. Obiora Ike delivered an inspiring speech on ethical leadership at the Enugu State Local Government Chairmen Retreat, emphasizing integrity in governance.

CIDJAP’s 38th anniversary conference addressed criminal justice reform and media’s role in neo-paganism, reaffirming its dedication to justice and development.

The CIDJAP 2024 Conference in Enugu, themed “Speedy Dispensation of Criminal Justice,” addressed critical reforms required to improve Nigeria’s criminal justice system.

CIDJAP’s medical outreach in Akpakwumenze, led by Prof. Aniogbo’s team, provided vital healthcare services. Monsignor Obiora Ike donated a Toyota Sienna to aid hospital transportation.

Msgr. Obiora Ike led the blessing of a Toyota Sienna donated by CIDJAP to Holy Child Motherless Home, enhancing transportation for children’s essential care needs.

Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike participated in the Globethics Board meeting in Geneva, delivering a pivotal speech on AI and academic integrity challenges worldwide.

On 24th August 2024, Prof. James Ogonna, accompanied by Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike, was honoured with Japan’s National Order prize, recognizing his medical education contributions.

The 25th Anniversary of Guardian Angels Motherless Babies Home honoured Sr. Lucy Ohadomere’s legacy with speeches, blessings, and vibrant cultural performances.

Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike’s participation in the Enugu State Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy emphasized his dedication to justice and humanitarian values.

CIDJAP’s workshop highlighted values-driven healthcare in mission hospitals through presentations, reports, and collaborative discussions among key stakeholders.

The CIDJAP Monthly Review Meeting chaired by Msgr. Prof. Obiora Ike focused on project progress, challenges, and strategic planning for the upcoming month.

First-year Social Works students from the University of Nigeria, Nsukka, visited CIDJAP to gain insights into social work and observe development initiatives.

Enugu State Government forms the Advisory Council on Prerogative of Mercy, including CIDJAP and others, to enhance justice and offer second chances to prisoners.

Msgr. Prof. Ike highlighted the alignment of educational initiatives with social justice goals at the Catholic Veritas University Foundation’s endowment event.

CIDJAP’s meeting on “Transforming Mission to Institution” covered staff appraisals, policy reviews, and future planning to strengthen CIDJAP’s framework.

CIDJAP’s workshop focused on improving rural Catholic health delivery, fostering collaboration, and creating actionable recommendations for enhanced healthcare.