PHOTOS: Nigerian ordained 13th Bishop of Woolwich

Bishop Karowei is annointed by Justin Welby

Nigeria-born Woyin Karowei Dorgu has been ordained as a Church of England bishop in the diocese of Woolwich in south-east London.
He’s the first black Church of England bishop to be appointed in 20 years.

Congratulations to the brand new #BishopofWoolwich. @Southwarkcathed #london

The Nigerian Choir performed before the ceremony

Bishop Wilfred Wood & @JohnSentamu present #BishopKarowei with his mitre.

Dr Karowei Dorgu – newly consecrated bishop of Woolwich – with bishop @SouthwarkCofE outside @Southwarkcathed

The Bishops of @SouthwarkCofE and @dioceseoflondon present Revd Prebendary Dr Karowei Dorgu to be ordained & consecrated #BishopofWoolwich