Opus Dei

Vivian, a farmer and home maker from Aguobu-Iwollo joyfully narrates how she regularised her marriage in the Church.

Uche Anagboso, is a supernumerary of Opus Dei. She is a lawyer, politician and a home maker. She narrates the challenges and joys of a large family especially the health challenge of her sixth child.

Some lives shine not because they are flawless, but because they refuse to give up. Such was the life of Pa Agapitus Mary Chike Okigbo, who passed on 2 August 2024 at the age of 95. His long journey was marked by providence, quiet perseverance, and a grace he deeply recognized as coming from God.

26 June is the feast of Saint Josemaría. Masses will be celebrated in many cities and towns around Nigeria.

On Saturday 23 May 2026, four Nigerians will be ordained priests of the Opus Dei Prelature. The four men practiced different professions before this new adventure. They come from different backgrounds and in this article we share their responses to some questions designed to help you know them better.

Facing academic burnout during his second year at the University of Nigeria, a medical student finds unexpected renewal through the L.I.F.E. (Leadership, Impact, Friendship, Encounter) workshop held at the Iwollo Conference Centre. Over three days, the author transitions from seeking a simple escape from his rigorous studies to discovering the profound fulfillment of service, participating in a rural medical outreach and mentoring local secondary students.

A Funeral Mass for Fr. Robert Leonard Yoest was celebrated on Friday, 20th of February, 2026 at the Divine Mercy Catholic Church, Lekki, at 9 am. Live images were broadcast from the church.

Regional monthly intention: from 9th January, 2026 (anniversary of the birth of St. Josemaría) now extended to 2nd October, 2026 (feast day of the Holy Guardian Angels and anniversary of the Foundation of Opus Dei).

Fr. Joseph Tormo, a priest of Opus Dei, died on Monday 5 January 2026 at the age of 73. Fr. Joseph came to Nigeria from Spain 40 years ago, at the age of 33, just six years after his ordination, to serve the people and the Church through his priestly ministry. He gave himself fully to his pastoral work. Nigeria for him, was not just a place of assignment, but his home.

Mike’s journey to Ghana to organise Masses in honour of St. Josemaría Escrivá. Despite financial challenges before the trip, generous friends helped raise the needed funds, allowing the mission to proceed. The visit included multiple events, such as talks with Catholic students at Ashesi University and eleven Masses across Ghana. The experience became a testament to perseverance, friendship, and faith.