The Lagos Catholic archdiocese led by the Archbishop of the Metropolitan See of Lagos, Alfred Adewale Martins, paid their last respect to the late Gabriel Osu.
Osu, a native of Ubulu-Uku in Delta State, was born on September 5, 1954, and ordained a Catholic priest in 1981.
The former director of social communications of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lagos, served in several parishes within Lagos before passing away on Friday, May 8, 2026, after a prolonged illness.
Following funeral rites and vigil Masses held across Lagos, his remains were laid to rest at Ikoyi Cemetery after the funeral Mass at Holy Cross Cathedral on Thursday May 28, 2026.
Osu was described as a compassionate priest whose life was devoted to the care and upliftment of children and young people.
“As Director of Communications, Msgr. Gabriel Osu addressed issues of the common good and challenged the government to be alive to its responsibilities and make life better for citizens,” Adewale Martins, Catholic
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According to him, Osu dedicated more than 45 years of his life to the service of God, humanity, and the Church, leaving behind a legacy of kindness, advocacy, and selfless.
Martins disclosed that the late priest was deeply committed to helping vulnerable children and young people find direction and purpose in life, often supporting and mentoring them to become responsible leaders in society.
“He gave us an example
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