Monsignor Thomas Ifeanyichukwu Obiatuegwu appears to have a thing with the number 29.
A native of Uli in Ihiala LGA of Anambra State, the one time Chaplain of the USA Navy, was ordained a priest of the Catholic Church at the age of 29 years and he has ever since served Faithfully in the Lord's vineyard.

As if in recognition of his dedication and commitment,
His Holiness, Pope Francis has appointed him as the Auxiliary Bishop of Orlu Catholic Diocese, 29 years after his ordination as a priest.
Until his appointment, he was the Parish Priest of St Thomas Catholic Church Umunna Orlu.

He will be officially ordained on the 24th March 2024 at Orlu, Imo State. Meanwhile, his Town, Uli has planned a great reception for him which will hold on the 24th day of March 2024 at St Theresa's Catholic Church Uli.

Monsignor Obiatuegwu, has remained a man loved by his community, parishioners and whomever that encounters him.
His humility despite his chains of academic degrees has also remained unequaled.
We wish him the very best as he continues the good work.