Catholic Diocese of Enugu Rejects Tinubu, Mbah Endorsement Rally at Holy Ghost Cathedral

Enugu, Nigeria – The Catholic Diocese of Enugu has distanced itself from a planned political endorsement rally reportedly scheduled to hold at the Jubilee Hall of Holy Ghost Cathedral, Enugu, declaring that its facilities must not be used for partisan political activities.

In a statement released by the Diocese, the Church reacted to a widely circulated media announcement advertising a "Historic Endorsement Rally and Adoption Ceremony" in support of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and Enugu State Governor Dr. Peter Ndubuisi Mbah, billed for Friday, July 3, 2026, at the Cathedral's Jubilee Hall.

The Diocese made it clear that the Catholic Church remains committed to its spiritual mission and does not permit its churches, parish halls, or any other ecclesiastical facilities to serve as venues for partisan political rallies or endorsement events.

"Since the event is intended to serve as a political endorsement gathering, the Catholic Diocese of Enugu wishes to state that it does not permit the use of its churches, parish halls, or other ecclesiastical facilities for partisan political rallies," the statement read.

The clarification comes amid growing public attention over the advertised event, with many questioning whether the Church had officially endorsed the gathering.

Church authorities emphasized that while the Catholic Church welcomes all people regardless of political affiliation, it maintains political neutrality and expects its facilities to be used strictly in line with its religious mission and values.

The Diocese's statement effectively distances the Church from the planned endorsement ceremony and serves as a reminder of its long-standing policy against allowing its worship centres and facilities to be used for partisan political campaigns.

The development has sparked discussions among political observers and members of the public, as attention now shifts to whether the organisers will relocate the event or make alternative arrangements following the Church's position.