Rv. Fr. Mfa Ukeyima Solomon: A Rare Kind of Priest.

Rev. Fr. Mfa Ukeyima Solomon, born in 1976 in Benue State, Nigeria, was ordained a Catholic priest on August 14, 2004. His home parish is St. Ann’s Adikpo, and over the years, his priestly duties have taken him across various locations within Benue State, including St. Augustine’s Parish in Demekpe and currently St. Mark’s Parish at Apir, where he sits as the Zaki, Tor KSS and Chief Judge of Apir Court.

At Demekpe, Fr. Solomon distinguished himself as a dedicated parish priest, fostering community growth and stability. His work there strengthened the parish community, even as the parish evolved without outstations. He is widely respected for his hands-on pastoral care and commitment to uplifting the local faithful.

Currently serving at Apir, he continues to exude his impactful work by promoting social cohesion, peaceful coexistence, and community building. His leadership transcends spiritual duties, encompassing social and cultural advocacy. He has been actively involved in cautioning youth against societal vices and urging them towards responsible citizenship, reflecting his deep commitment to guiding Benue’s younger generation towards a positive future.

Fr. Solomon is also the convener and voice behind the cultural initiative “Kyegh Sha Shwa” (KSS), a festival that celebrates Benue’s heritage and promotes social unity. Through Kyegh Sha Shwa, he champions the rich Benue identity and advocates for the empowerment and voice of the voiceless in society. His social vision is lofty, centered on peace, unity, and moral uprightness, which he tirelessly advances through his ministry and community outreach programs.

He could be rightly described as ‘padre extraordinaire’ a priest whose intellect, love, and social uprightness embody the very ideals upheld by the Made In Benue brand. Fr. Solomon’s steadfast dedication to these causes not only promotes Benue State’s cultural identity but also fosters a strong sense of social cohesion essential for the region’s development and harmony

Today’s edition of MIB Men Crush Monday celebrates Rev. Fr. Mfa Ukeyima Solomon for his outstanding role in nurturing the soul and social fabric of Benue State, making him a reliable beacon of unity and social resilience.