Ibezim Challenges Anglican Primate's Disciplinary Actions

Most Rev. Alexander Ibezim, the Archbishop of the Province of the Niger and Bishop of the Diocese of Awka, has initiated legal proceedings against Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, the Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), and Most Rev. Blessing Enyindah, the Dean of the Church. The suit, filed on October 13, 2026, at the Anambra State High Court, contests the procedures used to investigate allegations against Ibezim and the constitution of a visitation team.

Ndukuba had directed Ibezim to take immediate leave following these investigations and appointed Rt. Rev. Samuel Ezeofor as Supervising Bishop during Ibezim’s absence. Ibezim seeks a court interpretation of the Church's 2020 Constitution and Canons, asserting that disciplinary measures against a serving bishop must adhere to specified procedures.

He requests declarations that the laid down procedures must be followed before any disciplinary action, including suspension or removal, can be taken against him.