Roman Catholic Diocese of Yagoua

The Roman Catholic Diocese of Yagoua (Latin: Yaguan(us)) is a diocese located in the city of Yagoua in the Ecclesiastical province of Garoua in Cameroon.

History

  • March 11, 1968: Established as Apostolic Prefecture of Yagoua from the Diocese of Garoua
  • January 29, 1973: Promoted as Diocese of Yagoua

Leadership

  • Bishops of Yagoua (Roman rite)
    • Bishop Barthélemy Yaouda (since 2008)
    • Bishop Emmanuel Bushu (1992–2006)
    • Archbishop Antoine Ntalou (1982–1992)
    • Cardinal Christian Wiyghan Tumi (1979–1982)
    • Bishop Louis Charpenet, O.M.I. (1973–1977)
  • Prefects Apostolic of Yagoua (Roman rite)
    • Bishop Louis Charpenet, O.M.I. (1968–1973)

See also

References

    Coordinates: 10°20′08″N 15°14′27″E / 10.3356°N 15.2409°E / 10.3356; 15.2409


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