The Catholic Women Organization (CWO), Owerri Archdiocese, has honoured Hon. Barr. Felix N. Orji with its prestigious Pillar of CWO Award in recognition of his outstanding contributions and unwavering support for the growth of the organisation and the Catholic Church.
The award was presented during a colourful ceremony held on Saturday in Owerri, immediately after a solemn High Mass officiated by the Auxiliary Bishop of Owerri Archdiocese, His Lordship, Most Rev. Moses Chikwe.
The Mass featured songs of praise, thanksgiving and prayers, as Catholic women from various parishes across the Archdiocese gathered in their colourful CWO uniforms to celebrate individuals whose contributions have significantly supported the organisation and the Church.
In his homily, Bishop Chikwe commended the award recipients for their selfless service, generosity and commitment to the Church. He urged them to remain steadfast in supporting God’s work, particularly in promoting the welfare of women and families.
The ceremony attracted several prominent personalities from the Church and society, including the Chaplain of the Owerri Archdiocesan Catholic Women Organization, Very Rev. Fr. Dr. Charles Ikwuegbu; the President of the Owerri Archdiocesan CWO, His Worship, Dame Naomi J. Achunulo; and Mrs. Uchechi Ohaegbulam, President of the CWO, St. Maria Goretti Catholic Parish, Ikenegbu, Owerri.
Also honoured was Chief Chijioke Nwachukwu, popularly known as Uduakommiri 1 of Umuofor Amaimo Autonomous Community, who was among the distinguished recipients of the Pillar of CWO Award.
Hon. Barr. Felix N. Orji was recognised for his exceptional financial and moral support, fatherly guidance and consistent commitment to justice, peace, community development and the empowerment of women in society.
While presenting the award, the CWO leadership described him as a man of integrity, a defender of the less privileged and a dependable supporter whose contributions have continued to strengthen the organisation.
In his acceptance speech, Barr. Orji expressed gratitude to God Almighty, the Owerri Archdiocese and the Catholic Women Organization for finding him worthy of the prestigious recognition.
He dedicated the award to God and the women who continue to contribute tirelessly to the growth of the Church and society, while reaffirming his commitment to supporting the CWO and the Catholic Church.
