Welcome to Namisem
The National Missionary Seminary of St. Paul (NAMISEM) is the formation arm of the Missionary Society of St. Paul of Nigeria. Established by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria in 1977, NAMISEM is owned by the Missionary Society of St. Paul, a religious institute registered under Nigerian law as a charity.

MSP Formation
MSP Formation
MSP Formation
Human, spiritual, intellectual, pastoral pillars cultivating Christ-like missionary priests.

Administration
Administration
Administration
Collaborative leadership: Rector, councils, and teaching administrators guiding holistic formation.

Theology Department
Theology Department
Theology Department
Liturgical studies & theology under Fr. Uzor, partnered with Rome’s Pontifical Urban University.

Philosophy Department
Philosophy Department
Philosophy Department
Philosophy studies led by Fr. Okon with Veritas University Abuja ensuring academic rigor.

Seminary Life
Seminary Life
Seminary Life
Structured prayer, study, pastoral work, and community rhythm fostering priestly development.
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History
The National Missionary Seminary of St. Paul (NAMISEM) is the formation arm of the Missionary Society of St. Paul of Nigeria. Established by the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria in 1977, NAMISEM is owned by the Missionary Society of St. Paul, a religious institute registered under Nigerian law as a charity.For nearly 50 years, NAMISEM has remained committed to forming future priests serving in various parts of the world, including Africa, Europe, North America, and the Caribbean. The seminary’s vision emphasizes integral development, character building, and equipping seminarians for effective missionary work.Mission
- Interpersonal Communication & Community Building: Developing professional skills to communicate the Christian message in diverse cultural contexts.
- Truth & Responsibility: Preserving, transmitting, and advancing the truth for future generations.
- Academic Partnerships: Establishing teaching and research collaborations with other institutions of higher learning.
- Faculty Development: Building a top-quality faculty committed to scholarly excellence at a global level.
- Comprehensive Formation: Engaging in other activities appropriate for a seminary of the highest standards.


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