Ignace Bessi Dogbo

Ignace Bessi Dogbo, born on August seventeenth, nineteen sixty-one, is a prominent Ivorian prelate of the Catholic Church. He has held the esteemed position of Archbishop of Abidjan since two thousand twenty-four, marking a significant milestone in his ecclesiastical career.

Before his current role, Dogbo served as the Bishop of Katiola from two thousand four to two thousand twenty-one. His leadership extended further when he became the Archbishop of Korhogo in two thousand twenty-one, a position he held until two thousand twenty-four. Notably, he was appointed as the apostolic administrator of Korhogo in two thousand seventeen, demonstrating his commitment to the spiritual needs of the community.

In recognition of his dedicated service and contributions to the Church, Pope Francis elevated him to the rank of cardinal on December seventh, two thousand twenty-four. This honor reflects his influence and the respect he commands within the Catholic Church.