The Holy Ghost Cathedral is a popular Catholic worship centre in Enugu.
It is located along Market Road, Enugu City
Address
Holy Ghost Cathedral
(Ogbete) Market Road, Enugu City, Enugu State, Nigeria
The Holy Ghost Cathedral is near:
- Ogbete main market
- Old park market
- Ogui Road
Holy Ghost Cathedral Enugu is the head zone for all the Catholic Churches in Enugu.
The cathedral remains one of the most iconic pieces of church architecture in Nigeria.
It was initially dedicated in 1955 by Bishop Charles Heerey and was rededicated in 2012 to mark the 50th anniversary of the Diocese of Enugu, after renovations.
During renovations much of the original design was retained.
It’s an enormous worship centre with a school, health facility, an orphanage home, bookshop and a hotel.
It also comprises a restaurant, and events hall.
Bookshop
The best and biggest bookstore in Enugu (St. Paul’s Bookstore) is located in the cathedral compound.
Hospital
Besides the cathedral is a hospital, Mother of Christ Hospital
Hotel
The hotel is actually a special guest house known as Domus Guest House. It is meant for visiting priests and reverend sisters and any other church member who wishes to stay.
Events hall
The events hall is for conferences, seminars and wedding ceremonies.