Peter Obi Pays Tribute: POPE FRANCIS EULOGY: Leaders Urged to Emulate Pontiff’s Values

In a heartfelt eulogy, Peter Obi paid a poignant tribute to the late Pope Francis, who passed away on April 21. Obi recalled attending the lying-in-state ceremony at St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, alongside Cardinal Francis Arinze and thousands of mourners who gathered to bid farewell to the beloved Pontiff.

During the solemn ceremony, Obi reflected on Pope Francis’ remarkable life and legacy, describing him as a moral light in a world often plagued by inequality and indifference.

He highlighted the Pontiff’s commitment to leadership as a sacred duty, rooted in compassion, truth, and selfless service to the poor and marginalized.

Oobi emphasized that Pope Francis’ life was a testament to the power of humility, simplicity, and service, urging leaders, particularly in Africa, to draw inspiration from his values of justice, peace, and human dignity.

He called on leaders to emulate the Pontiff’s example, leading with conscience, walking with the people, and governing with love.

Through his eulogy, Peter Obi ensured that Pope Francis’ legacy would live on, inspiring a new generation of leaders to serve humanity with compassion, empathy, and selflessness.