Roman Catholic Diocese of Maradi

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Maradi (Latin: Dioecesis Maradensis ) was founded on 13 March 2001 by Pope John Paul II and separated from the Diocese of Niamey. Since 25 June 2007, the diocese belongs to the Ecclesiastical Province of Niamey, before it was immediat.

Bishops

First and current Bishop of Maradi is since March 13, 2001 Ambroise Ouedraogo.

Episcopal Church

Episcopal church is the Cathedral of Our Lady of Lourdes in Maradi.

Sources and links

  • Entry to Diocese of Maradi on catholic - hierarchy.org (English)
  • Roman Catholic diocese (Niger )
  • Maradi (Region)
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