A Review of the Book “The Institution of the Seminary and the Training of Catholic Priests in South-Eastern Nigeria (1885-1970): A Historical Evaluation” authored by Angelo Chidi Unegbu

Abstract

From the deluge of topics that require historical investigation, Unegbu’s book, although published 4 years ago, critically pries into the early beginnings of the training of indigenous Catholic clergy in Igboland. In this elaborate historical work of 14 chapters, Unegbu brings on board the genius of a seasoned church historian as he uncovers not only the historical questions, political intrigues but also the power negotiations at play.