Peter Yariyok Jatau facts for kids
Peter Yariyok Jatau (born August 5, 1931 – died December 16, 2020) was an important leader in the Catholic Church in Nigeria. He served for many years as an archbishop, guiding many people in their faith.
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Who Was Peter Yariyok Jatau?
Peter Yariyok Jatau was born in Lagos, Nigeria. From a young age, he felt a calling to serve the church. He dedicated his life to helping others and spreading the teachings of the Catholic faith.
Early Life and Becoming a Priest
Peter Yariyok Jatau was born in 1931. He grew up in Nigeria. In 1963, he became a Catholic priest. A priest is a religious leader who performs religious ceremonies and offers spiritual guidance. This was an important step in his journey of service.
Leading the Archdiocese of Kaduna
After becoming a priest, Peter Yariyok Jatau continued to serve the church. In 1972, he became a coadjutor archbishop for the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Kaduna. This means he was an assistant archbishop, helping the main archbishop.
Just three years later, in 1975, he became the main archbishop of the Archdiocese of Kaduna. An archbishop is a very senior bishop who leads a large area of churches called an archdiocese. He held this important position for a long time, until 2007. During his time as archbishop, he worked to support the Catholic community in Kaduna.
Later Years
Archbishop Jatau retired from his role in 2007. He passed away on December 16, 2020, at the age of 89. He is remembered for his many years of service and leadership in the Catholic Church in Nigeria.
