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One family of faith across Sokoto, Zamfara and Kebbi States — gathered around the Eucharist, serving our neighbours, and proclaiming that God is Love.

The Word of God
“Fear not, for I am with thee: turn not aside, for I am thy God: I have strengthened thee, and have helped thee.”
Isaiah 41:10
Today's Readings
Tuesday 27 October
Tuesday of week 30 in Ordinary Time
First Reading
Ephesians 5:21‐33
Responsorial Psalm
Psalm 127(128):1‐5
Gospel
Luke 13:18‐21

“O blessed are those who fear the Lord.”

Most Rev. Dr. Matthew Hassan Kukah
Bishop of Sokoto since 2011
A word from our Bishop
God's love for us is unconditional and all-inclusive, and it is this love which makes all things possible.

On behalf of the faithful of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, I welcome you to our home online. Feel free to learn about us, to find a parish near you, and to pray with us. I hope this website serves your needs. God bless you.

+ Matthew Hassan Kukah
Catholic Bishop of Sokoto Diocese
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Since 1953

A Church at the seat of the Caliphate

From a prefecture of 1,200 Catholics in 1954 to a diocese of parishes, schools, clinics and catechetical centres — built on dialogue, service and friendship with our neighbours.

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