A NEW DAWN OF LEADERSHP FOR ABUJA ARCHDIOCESE’ JUSTICE, DEVELOPMENT, AND PEACE CARITAS INITIATIVES

Congratulations to Rev. Fr. Sebastian Sani, Ph.D
The Catholic Archdiocese of Abuja has witnessed yet another remarkable milestone with the appointment of Rev. Fr. Sebastian Sani, Ph.D., as the new Executive Director, Justice, Development, and Peace Caritas Initiatives by His Grace, Most Rev.

Dr. Ignatius Ayau Kaigama, OFR, Metropolitan and Archbishop of Abuja, Nigeria’s capital city.
This appointment is a further revelation of Fr. Sani’s unwavering commitment to the Church’s mission of promoting justice, peace, and integral human development. His Grace, Archbishop Kaigama, has placed on a shoulder and in a capable hands the responsibility of leading JDPC Caritas Initiatives to new heights, ensuring that its mandate continues to impact lives across the Archdiocese positively.

Fr. Sebastian Sani’s impressive credentials is a confirmation of his many years of dedicated preparations for this task. His academic and pastoral journey reflects a man deeply rooted in faith, wisdom, and a profound commitment to social transformation and integral human development. A testament to this is the academic feats to his credit:
i. Ph.D – Peace and Conflict Studies
ii. Ph.D – Public Governance and Leadership.
iii. M.Sc – Conflict, Peace, and Strategic Studies.
iv. M.Sc – Sociology of Development.
v. PGD – Intercultural Communication and Dispute Resolutions.
vi. B.TH – Theology.
vii. B.A Philosophy.
viii. B.A – Philosophy and Religion.

Additionally, Fr. Sani serves as the current Parish Priest of Our Lady Queen of Peace, Utako, where his dynamic pastoral leadership continues to touch the lives of many.

Known affectionately as the “Cyber Priest,” he has embraced modern communication tools to reach the faithful and foster a community of hope and service.

The St. Kizito Old Boys Association (SKOBA) beams with pride as one of its illustrious members ascendings to this critical role. Fr. Sani embodies the core values of excellence, service, and resilience instilled during his formative years at St. Kizito. SKOBA celebrates this remarkable achievement and pledges its unwavering support as he embarks on this new journey.
As we celebrate this historic appointment, let us all rally around Fr. Sebastian Sani with prayers and support.

Together, we trust that he will guide JDPC to fulfill its mission of fostering justice, peace, and development in the Archdiocese of Abuja and beyond.

Congratulations, Fr. Sebastian Sani, Ph.D.! We celebrate you, our Cyber Priest, and wish you God’s abundant grace and wisdom in this noble task.