The Holy Father, His Holiness Olumba Olumba Obu, on Sunday, March 8, 2026, formally inaugurated the International Organizing Committee (IOC) and Local Organizing Committee (LOC) for the 2026 CUGF Evangelical Outreach and International Retreat, alongside the newly constituted executives of the Christ Universal General Fellowship – CUGF Akwa Ibom State Chapter.
The event which was held at the Brotherhood of the Cross and Star (BCS), AKS headquarters, Uyai Abasi Bethel, Uyo, had the Holy Father represented by PCS Bassey Imowo, who described the CUGF Evangelical Outreach and International Retreat as a reflection of the true spirit of Brotherhood and the universal mission of the Kingdom. He emphasized that the initiative was aimed to strengthen inter-religious harmony among diverse faith communities and foster unity among humanity.
In his message, the Holy Father blessed and charged members of the committees and executives to ensure adequate preparation and diligence for the forthcoming programme, assuring them that the event is divinely ordained and destined for success.
The Event which has the theme: “In Unity We Rise” is the third in the series as the Holy Father had held similar evangelical outreach in Abuja, Delta and now Akwa Ibom State.
The inauguration ceremony attracted several prominent members, including the CUGF International Chairman, Archbishop (Hon. Justice) Archibong Archibong;
Archbishop Martins Ansa, Akwa Ibom State Administrator;
Archbishop Nnanna Mong, IOC Chairman; Archbishop Andrew Uwanta, LOC Chairman;
PCS (Dr) Amah Williams, BCS Spokesman;
Her Eminence Christiana Umana, Chairman CUGF Akwa Ibom State;
Bishop Prince Opurum, Chairman CUGF Rivers State;
Bishop Obong, Chairman CUGF Delta State;
HE Mercy Asanya, Vice Chairman CUGF Cross River State;
MCS Ronke Aluko, CUMF International Chairman;
MCS Emem Essien, CUGF International Mother; Bishop Patrick Ikpi, CUGF International Secretary;
Bishop Mfoniso Udom, IOC Assistant Secretary; Archbishop Ibifubra Nengia, Chairman of the Sub-Committee on Inter-Religious Conference; CA Emem Julius, IOC Secretary;
Bro. Godwin Akpan, CUGF Public Relations Officer
Also in attendance were; PCS Chika Nwaka, IOC member;
Archbishop (Dr) Sunday Aigboke, IOC member, alongside numerous members of the LOC and executives of CUGF Akwa Ibom State.
The main highlight of the occasion was the formal unveiling of the official logo for the Evangelical Outreach. The event also featured the presentation of the Terms of Reference to members of the IOC and LOC, as well as the unveiling of the strategic blueprint for the forthcoming programme which will feature, Inter-religious World Conference, Inter-Religious Singing Competition, Extensive Evangelical Outreach, TV / Radio Programs, CUGF International Retreat, Unity Procession, Council of Elders Interview Sessions, CUGF International Awards, Healing and Open Air Service, Day of Divine Emancipation and lots more.
The ceremony marked a significant step toward the successful planning and execution of the 2026 CUGF Evangelical Outreach and International Retreat scheduled to hold from the 8th – 13th of June 2026 in Akwa Ibom State.
Thank You Father
Bro. Godwin Akpan
PRO, CUGF International
