The First African Church Mission, Ahoada Diocese, has announced a grand Send-Forth ceremony in honour of its former Diocesan Bishop, His Eminence, Most Rev. Dr. Ogbonnaya Christian John Mica, who has been elevated as the Primate of the First African Church Mission, alongside his wife, Her Eminence, Mummy Dorothy Ihuoma John.
The Diocese in a statement signed by the planning committee and made available to newsmen, joyfully invites the general public, members of the church, and well-wishers to the historic celebration.
The event is scheduled to hold as follows:
Date: Sunday, 18th October, 2026
Time: 11:00 AM prompt
Venue: St. Peter's Cathedral, Ahoada
According to the organizers, the ceremony is to celebrate and appreciate the meritorious service, leadership and spiritual contributions of the Primate during his time as Diocesan Bishop of Ahoada, and to bid him farewell as he assumes higher responsibilities in the Mission.
The statement was signed by Sir Cosy Abali - Committee Chairman, Ven. Okwa Livingstone - Alternate Chairman, and Rev. Canon G.F. Okonede - Committee Secretary.
The host is His Grace, Most Rev. Son Daniel, Diocesan Bishop, Ahoada Diocese.
The church calls on all sons and daughters of Ahoada, Rivers State and beyond to join in honouring the Primate and his wife.