LCCN Elects Rev. Jesmiel Dangana as New Bishop of Todi Diocese

LCCN Elects Rev. Jesmiel Dangana as New Bishop of Todi Diocese

The Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (LCCN) has announced the election of Rev. Jesmiel Dangana as the new Bishop of the LCCN Todi Diocese.

The election was held on Saturday, October 24, 2026, at the LCCN Todi Diocese Secretariat in Bali.

In an official statement signed by the Archbishop of the LCCN, Most Rev. Musa Panti Filibus, Ph.D., OFR, the church extended heartfelt congratulations to Rev. Dangana. The Archbishop noted that the election was celebrated on behalf of the General Church Council, the Board of Trustees, the Council of Bishops, the clergy, and the entire church body.

Bishop – elect Todi Diocese, Rev Jesmiel Dangana

“Your election marks a new chapter in your ministry and brings new responsibilities in serving God and His people,” the statement read. Archbishop Filibus offered prayers for the Bishop-elect, asking that God grant him the wisdom, grace, and strength required to lead the diocese, nurture the faith of the congregation, and promote unity within the Church. He further encouraged Rev. Dangana to ensure his ministry remains firmly rooted in the Gospel of Jesus Christ and is marked by faithfulness, humility, and compassion.

Archbishop LCCN
Most Rev. Musa Panti Filibus

The church leadership also took the opportunity to express its sincere gratitude to the outgoing Bishop, Clement Dogo, for his years of dedicated service to the Todi Diocese and the wider LCCN. The Archbishop thanked God for Bishop Dogo’s ministry and contributions to the church’s life and witness, praying for him and his family to be blessed with peace, good health, and joy as they enter a new season of life and ministry.

As the diocese prepares for the transition, Archbishop Filibus called on the entire church to uphold both Bishop-elect Rev. Jesmiel Dangana and Bishop Clement Dogo in prayer.

“May God guide them both and continue to bless Todi Diocese with faith, peace, and unity. May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with them all. Amen,” the statement concluded.