Umar Mario Francis is a priest of Abuja Arch-Diocese. He hails from Kaduna state and works in FCT, Abuja. He holds a Bachelors of Arts in Philosophy and Theology from the Benue State University and Urbanian University Rome respectively.
Francis said his interactions with past Fellows and their activities inspired him to apply for the Program and believes that the Fellowship Program will help him function better as a religious leader who is an agent of peace and reconciliation.