BENIN CITY

267.500

Current status: The population of the archdiocese of Benin City includes very few Catholics: about 151,950 out of an estimated population of 1,954,470. That’s 7.8% of the population. In addition to this, we must also consider the vastness of the territory: 10,863 km². Currently the situation is as follows: the FM license has been obtained and the building is to be renovated. The archbishop has also promised to appoint a priest director very soon.

Project: The presence of Radio Maria in Benin City is almost a pastoral necessity, to strengthen the faith of Catholics and communicate the beauty of the Christian faith to non-Catholics. Experience shows that, in Africa, although Catholics are a minority, they are dynamic and have the courage to bear witness to their faith. Radio Maria in Benin City will be like a lamp placed on a hilltop. To refurbish the offices, purchase and ship the equipment and cover initial costs, 267,500 Euros are needed.

An immense territory with only 7,8% of Catholics.

COVERAGE

2.6 MILLION