Our Leadership
Meet the dedicated leaders who guide the Diocese of Nambale.
Shepherd of the Diocese
Diocesan Bishop
Diocesan Bishop
Rt. Rev. Isaiah Obuya
The Rt. Rev. Isaiah Obuya was consecrated and Enthroned on Sunday, 9th June 2024 as the 4th Bishop of A.C.K Diocese of Nambale. He holds a Master's degree in Biblical Studies from Africa International University, an undergraduate Degree in Theology from Scott Christian University (Machakos), and a diploma in Bible and Theology from Moffat College of the Bible, Kijabe. He is currently pursuing his Doctoral studies in Religion at Kisii University. He has served in various ministry positions including Vicar, Archdeacon, Vicar General and Provost. He is married to Rev. Regina Obuya and together they are blessed with two girls and one boy.
Those who served before
Retired Bishops
Late Rt. Rev. Isaac Namango
1st Bishop (1987–1993)
The founding Bishop of the Diocese of Nambale, previously serving as assistant Bishop in the Diocese of Maseno North under Bishop James Mundia.
Rt. Rev. Josiah Were Makhandia
2nd Bishop (1993–2014)
Served faithfully as the second Bishop of the Diocese, leading the church for over two decades.
Rt. Rev. Dr. Robert Magina Barasa
3rd Bishop (2014–2023)
The third Bishop who initiated the Assets, Lands and Archives program in 2016.
Archdeacons & ministry leaders
Senior Clergy
Ven Canon. Japheth Okuku Odebero
Vicar General / Archdeacon – Namboboto
Serving as the Vicar General and Archdeacon of Namboboto Archdeaconry.
Very Rev. Nyongesa Maurice Wandera
Provost – A.C.K St. Thomas Cathedral Nambale
Serving as the Provost at A.C.K St. Thomas Cathedral Nambale.
Rev. Angela Magero
Administrative Secretary
Overseeing administrative functions of the diocese.
Ven. Jacob Khamala
Archdeacon – Busia
Serving as Archdeacon of Busia Archdeaconry.
Ven. Patrick Juma
Archdeacon – Sigalame
Serving as Archdeacon of Sigalame Archdeaconry.
Ven. Isaac Maana
Archdeacon – Nambale
Serving as Archdeacon of Nambale Archdeaconry.
Ven. Patrick Achieng
Archdeacon – Busende
Serving as Archdeacon of Busende Archdeaconry.
Ven. Dan Ojiambo
Archdeacon – Lugulu
Serving as Archdeacon of Lugulu Archdeaconry.
Ven. Newton Kunyobi
Archdeacon – Namaindi
Serving as Archdeacon of Namaindi Archdeaconry.
Ven. Isaac Wanyonyi
Archdeacon – Bujumba
Serving as Archdeacon of Bujumba Archdeaconry.
Ven. Juter Budoyi
Archdeacon – Bukhalalire
Serving as Archdeacon of Bukhalalire Archdeaconry.
Ven. Bonface Ekesa
Archdeacon – Khasoko
Serving as Archdeacon of Khasoko Archdeaconry.
Ven. Dominic Wabwire
Archdeacon – Lugare
Serving as Archdeacon of Lugare Archdeaconry.
Administration & support
Diocesan Staff
Mrs. Milka Mambe Eronje
Accountant
Managing diocesan financial accounts.
Mr. Dennis Mutsune
Accounts Clerk
Supporting financial operations of the diocese.
Lilian Mayabi
Bishop's Secretary
Providing secretarial support to the Bishop's office.
Mr. Yese Ouma
Education Secretary
Coordinating educational programs and institutions across the diocese.
Lay Canon. Mildred Mukoswa
Mother's Union Coordinator
Coordinating Mother's Union activities across the diocese.
Rev. Milton Obatsa
Land and Assets Coordinator
Overseeing church properties and land ownership.
Mr. Humphrey Dickson Omogi
Environment and Welfare
Managing environmental and welfare programs.
Rev. Rosemary Agunda
T.E.E Coordinator
Coordinating Theological Education by Extension programs.
Mr. Abednego Benard
Communication Officer
Managing diocesan communications and public relations.
Mr. Vincent Wanyama
Driver
Providing transport services for the diocese.
Mr. Joseph Osundwa
Driver
Providing transport services for the diocese.
Mr. Nickson Wafula
Mother's Union Bus Driver
Driving the Mother's Union bus for diocesan programs.
Mrs. Catherine Nasubo
Caretaker - A.C.K Alupe Hostels
Caretaker at the A.C.K Alupe Hostels.
Mrs. Metrine Juma
Caretaker - A.C.K Alupe Hostels
Caretaker at the A.C.K Alupe Hostels.
Mrs. Helen Ogutu
Caretaker - Bishop's Residence
Caretaker at the Bishop's Residence.
Ev. Wilberforce Barasa
Grounds Personnel
Maintaining the diocesan grounds.
“A growing, caring, and transformative diocese proclaiming Christ”