For his unrelenting and determined service in the vineyard of the lord, for the past fifty years, drums will on the 28th June , 2025, be rolled out to celebrate this rare gem and the founder New Covenant of God Mission, Uruagu Nnewi, Anambra State , Archbishop Okafoagu.
The historic event scheduled to hold at the New Covenant Cathedral in Akaboukwu, Uruagu, Nnewi, Anambra State, is in recognition of the Archbishop’s lifelong contributions to faith and community.
The celebration also underscores Archbishop Okafoagu’s enduring legacy as a pillar of faith, education, and community development across Nigeria and beyond.
Prominent Nigerian industrialists including, Chief Prof Clerks Madubugwu Ibeto CON CEO Ibeto Group and Chief Innocent Ifeadiaso Chukwuma CON Chairman/CEO Innoson Group, who will alongside Apostle Chuks Alozie, among many distinguished Nigerians that grace the momentous occasion.
According the organizers, Chief Ibeto, a leading industrialist, will chair the occasion, while Chief Chukwuma, Group Chairman of Innoson Group, is the Special Guest of Honour.
The statement further points out that Apostle Chuks Alozie, Coordinator of the Abia Apostolic Intercessory Team and Group Managing Director of GSST Group, will deliver a keynote address as the guest speaker.
Born on 4 October 1948 in Obiagu Uruagu, Nnewi, Archbishop Okafoagu began his education at St. John’s The Cross, later attended Christ the King College, CKC, Onitsha.
He pursued Theology at Cornerstone University’s Onitsha Campus and trained in Christian Chaplaincy at the Divine Institute of Chaplaincy Corps International.
In 1983, Okafoagu founded the New Covenant of God Mission in Uruagu, where he remains General Superintendent, and established the New Covenant Nursery and Primary School in 2003.
His influence extends beyond ministry, having served as Chairman of Asikaebeili Industries Ltd, Vice Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Nnewi, and Deputy Chairman of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) Anambra Chapter.
A respected publisher, Okafoagu heads the Board Time News-Magazine and is active in humanitarian efforts through the Rotary Club International and Civil Liberties Organisation.
His academic contributions include roles as a Professor of Christian Theology and Management at the Masterseed College of Bishops and Ministers Network, where he also serves as International President.
