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National ID System To Check Corruption
The Director-General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mr Chris Onyemenam, said in Abuja yesterday that the new identity
authentication and verification exercise would curtail fraud, especially in the
banking sector.
Onyemenam,
who made the statement when he featured at the forum of the News Agency of
Nigeria (NAN), said the system would also address challenges of identifying
genuine social welfare needs.
“ We
would have instituted the various service schemes in particular, identity
authentication and verification which, in our opinion as far as the banking
sector is concerned, would help to mitigate the incidence of fraud and bring it
down to as low as 10 per cent, if not completely eliminating it.
“And of
course, we can then say to ourselves we can help NAPEP, we can help various
other social welfare programmes because we have the data base. And on the basis
of the data base, it can then become possible to make deliberate policy plans
and implement them along those lines, because it is easier for you to say I
want to deal with this category of citizens, and you will have the basis to
deal with them,” he said.
Onyemenam
acknowledged Federal Government’s support to the commission in the paradigm
shift.
“In
terms of the cost, I think the best thing to do is to say that look, this is
not going to come cheap, however, we are being as extremely prudent as possible
and government is mindful to ensure sustainability. “And what has government
done? There is private sector participation, there is concession and currently
we are looking at the concession to see how this can be reworked so that the
difficulties in implementing that concession could be addressed.
“The
concession was put in place just about the time the world experienced recession
and soon after that, we began to experience various reforms in the banking
sector, so access to credit has been a difficult issue. And so, we are looking
at reviewing it. But more importantly, government took certain steps to ensure
that private sector can take investment decisions that are necessary to make
this happen,’’ he said.
The
director-general also attested to increased private sector participation in the
project, as well as government increased funding, through approval of issuance
of 50 million cards at no cost to beneficiaries, and payment for the first 36
enrolment centres.
“The
first 36 enrolment centres have been paid for by government, now these are two
major cost items that have been taken care of by government,’’ Onyemenam said.
The
director-general pointed out that the current government investment was nothing
compared to the investment in the failed identity card project.
“I can
confirm to you that government is being extremely prudent with this. I have had
to present and represent to cabinet committees, to Mr President-in-Council.
“Each
time I come for approval from government, I have had to go through very
thorough process, I am examined and re-examined.
Onyemenam
who did not state the amount that has been spent on the project so far, said
however, that government approvals had been consistent since March, 2006.
“That’s
the beauty of the uniqueness of this project. So I will not want to say to you
that this project has cost us so far X amount, or that it will cost Y amount.’’
Onyemenam
said government investment in the project would be recouped through the
sustainability arrangement put in place for the success of the system.
“The
sustainability arrangement built around the project is such that government
will recoup the investment that it is making over time.
“And
once that guarantee is there, I think what we need is to be prudent and timely,
so that revenue recoup and recapture can begin to happen sooner than later,’’
he added.
National ID System To Check Corruption
NEWS
The Director-General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mr Chris Onyemenam, said in Abuja yesterday that the new identity authentication and verification exercise would curtail fraud, especially in the banking sector.
Onyemenam, who made the statement when he featured at the forum of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said the system would also address challenges of identifying genuine social welfare needs.
“ We would have instituted the various service schemes in particular, identity authentication and verification which, in our opinion as far as the banking sector is concerned, would help to mitigate the incidence of fraud and bring it down to as low as 10 per cent, if not completely eliminating it.
“And of course, we can then say to ourselves we can help NAPEP, we can help various other social welfare programmes because we have the data base. And on the basis of the data base, it can then become possible to make deliberate policy plans and implement them along those lines, because it is easier for you to say I want to deal with this category of citizens, and you will have the basis to deal with them,” he said.
Onyemenam acknowledged Federal Government’s support to the commission in the paradigm shift.
“In terms of the cost, I think the best thing to do is to say that look, this is not going to come cheap, however, we are being as extremely prudent as possible and government is mindful to ensure sustainability. “And what has government done? There is private sector participation, there is concession and currently we are looking at the concession to see how this can be reworked so that the difficulties in implementing that concession could be addressed.
“The concession was put in place just about the time the world experienced recession and soon after that, we began to experience various reforms in the banking sector, so access to credit has been a difficult issue. And so, we are looking at reviewing it. But more importantly, government took certain steps to ensure that private sector can take investment decisions that are necessary to make this happen,’’ he said.
The director-general also attested to increased private sector participation in the project, as well as government increased funding, through approval of issuance of 50 million cards at no cost to beneficiaries, and payment for the first 36 enrolment centres.
“The first 36 enrolment centres have been paid for by government, now these are two major cost items that have been taken care of by government,’’ Onyemenam said.
The director-general pointed out that the current government investment was nothing compared to the investment in the failed identity card project.
“I can confirm to you that government is being extremely prudent with this. I have had to present and represent to cabinet committees, to Mr President-in-Council.
“Each time I come for approval from government, I have had to go through very thorough process, I am examined and re-examined.
Onyemenam who did not state the amount that has been spent on the project so far, said however, that government approvals had been consistent since March, 2006.
“That’s the beauty of the uniqueness of this project. So I will not want to say to you that this project has cost us so far X amount, or that it will cost Y amount.’’
Onyemenam said government investment in the project would be recouped through the sustainability arrangement put in place for the success of the system.
“The sustainability arrangement built around the project is such that government will recoup the investment that it is making over time.
“And once that guarantee is there, I think what we need is to be prudent and timely, so that revenue recoup and recapture can begin to happen sooner than later,’’ he added.
National ID System To Check Corruption
NEWS
The Director-General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mr Chris Onyemenam, said in Abuja yesterday that the new identity authentication and verification exercise would curtail fraud, especially in the banking sector.
Onyemenam, who made the statement when he featured at the forum of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said the system would also address challenges of identifying genuine social welfare needs.
“ We would have instituted the various service schemes in particular, identity authentication and verification which, in our opinion as far as the banking sector is concerned, would help to mitigate the incidence of fraud and bring it down to as low as 10 per cent, if not completely eliminating it.
“And of course, we can then say to ourselves we can help NAPEP, we can help various other social welfare programmes because we have the data base. And on the basis of the data base, it can then become possible to make deliberate policy plans and implement them along those lines, because it is easier for you to say I want to deal with this category of citizens, and you will have the basis to deal with them,” he said.
Onyemenam acknowledged Federal Government’s support to the commission in the paradigm shift.
“In terms of the cost, I think the best thing to do is to say that look, this is not going to come cheap, however, we are being as extremely prudent as possible and government is mindful to ensure sustainability. “And what has government done? There is private sector participation, there is concession and currently we are looking at the concession to see how this can be reworked so that the difficulties in implementing that concession could be addressed.
“The concession was put in place just about the time the world experienced recession and soon after that, we began to experience various reforms in the banking sector, so access to credit has been a difficult issue. And so, we are looking at reviewing it. But more importantly, government took certain steps to ensure that private sector can take investment decisions that are necessary to make this happen,’’ he said.
The director-general also attested to increased private sector participation in the project, as well as government increased funding, through approval of issuance of 50 million cards at no cost to beneficiaries, and payment for the first 36 enrolment centres.
“The first 36 enrolment centres have been paid for by government, now these are two major cost items that have been taken care of by government,’’ Onyemenam said.
The director-general pointed out that the current government investment was nothing compared to the investment in the failed identity card project.
“I can confirm to you that government is being extremely prudent with this. I have had to present and represent to cabinet committees, to Mr President-in-Council.
“Each time I come for approval from government, I have had to go through very thorough process, I am examined and re-examined.
Onyemenam who did not state the amount that has been spent on the project so far, said however, that government approvals had been consistent since March, 2006.
“That’s the beauty of the uniqueness of this project. So I will not want to say to you that this project has cost us so far X amount, or that it will cost Y amount.’’
Onyemenam said government investment in the project would be recouped through the sustainability arrangement put in place for the success of the system.
“The sustainability arrangement built around the project is such that government will recoup the investment that it is making over time.
“And once that guarantee is there, I think what we need is to be prudent and timely, so that revenue recoup and recapture can begin to happen sooner than later,’’ he added.
National ID System To Check Corruption
NEWS
The Director-General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mr Chris Onyemenam, said in Abuja yesterday that the new identity authentication and verification exercise would curtail fraud, especially in the banking sector.
Onyemenam, who made the statement when he featured at the forum of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said the system would also address challenges of identifying genuine social welfare needs.
“ We would have instituted the various service schemes in particular, identity authentication and verification which, in our opinion as far as the banking sector is concerned, would help to mitigate the incidence of fraud and bring it down to as low as 10 per cent, if not completely eliminating it.
“And of course, we can then say to ourselves we can help NAPEP, we can help various other social welfare programmes because we have the data base. And on the basis of the data base, it can then become possible to make deliberate policy plans and implement them along those lines, because it is easier for you to say I want to deal with this category of citizens, and you will have the basis to deal with them,” he said.
Onyemenam acknowledged Federal Government’s support to the commission in the paradigm shift.
“In terms of the cost, I think the best thing to do is to say that look, this is not going to come cheap, however, we are being as extremely prudent as possible and government is mindful to ensure sustainability. “And what has government done? There is private sector participation, there is concession and currently we are looking at the concession to see how this can be reworked so that the difficulties in implementing that concession could be addressed.
“The concession was put in place just about the time the world experienced recession and soon after that, we began to experience various reforms in the banking sector, so access to credit has been a difficult issue. And so, we are looking at reviewing it. But more importantly, government took certain steps to ensure that private sector can take investment decisions that are necessary to make this happen,’’ he said.
The director-general also attested to increased private sector participation in the project, as well as government increased funding, through approval of issuance of 50 million cards at no cost to beneficiaries, and payment for the first 36 enrolment centres.
“The first 36 enrolment centres have been paid for by government, now these are two major cost items that have been taken care of by government,’’ Onyemenam said.
The director-general pointed out that the current government investment was nothing compared to the investment in the failed identity card project.
“I can confirm to you that government is being extremely prudent with this. I have had to present and represent to cabinet committees, to Mr President-in-Council.
“Each time I come for approval from government, I have had to go through very thorough process, I am examined and re-examined.
Onyemenam who did not state the amount that has been spent on the project so far, said however, that government approvals had been consistent since March, 2006.
“That’s the beauty of the uniqueness of this project. So I will not want to say to you that this project has cost us so far X amount, or that it will cost Y amount.’’
Onyemenam said government investment in the project would be recouped through the sustainability arrangement put in place for the success of the system.
“The sustainability arrangement built around the project is such that government will recoup the investment that it is making over time.
“And once that guarantee is there, I think what we need is to be prudent and timely, so that revenue recoup and recapture can begin to happen sooner than later,’’ he added.
National ID System To Check Corruption
NEWS
The Director-General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mr Chris Onyemenam, said in Abuja yesterday that the new identity authentication and verification exercise would curtail fraud, especially in the banking sector.
Onyemenam, who made the statement when he featured at the forum of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said the system would also address challenges of identifying genuine social welfare needs.
“ We would have instituted the various service schemes in particular, identity authentication and verification which, in our opinion as far as the banking sector is concerned, would help to mitigate the incidence of fraud and bring it down to as low as 10 per cent, if not completely eliminating it.
“And of course, we can then say to ourselves we can help NAPEP, we can help various other social welfare programmes because we have the data base. And on the basis of the data base, it can then become possible to make deliberate policy plans and implement them along those lines, because it is easier for you to say I want to deal with this category of citizens, and you will have the basis to deal with them,” he said.
Onyemenam acknowledged Federal Government’s support to the commission in the paradigm shift.
“In terms of the cost, I think the best thing to do is to say that look, this is not going to come cheap, however, we are being as extremely prudent as possible and government is mindful to ensure sustainability. “And what has government done? There is private sector participation, there is concession and currently we are looking at the concession to see how this can be reworked so that the difficulties in implementing that concession could be addressed.
“The concession was put in place just about the time the world experienced recession and soon after that, we began to experience various reforms in the banking sector, so access to credit has been a difficult issue. And so, we are looking at reviewing it. But more importantly, government took certain steps to ensure that private sector can take investment decisions that are necessary to make this happen,’’ he said.
The director-general also attested to increased private sector participation in the project, as well as government increased funding, through approval of issuance of 50 million cards at no cost to beneficiaries, and payment for the first 36 enrolment centres.
“The first 36 enrolment centres have been paid for by government, now these are two major cost items that have been taken care of by government,’’ Onyemenam said.
The director-general pointed out that the current government investment was nothing compared to the investment in the failed identity card project.
“I can confirm to you that government is being extremely prudent with this. I have had to present and represent to cabinet committees, to Mr President-in-Council.
“Each time I come for approval from government, I have had to go through very thorough process, I am examined and re-examined.
Onyemenam who did not state the amount that has been spent on the project so far, said however, that government approvals had been consistent since March, 2006.
“That’s the beauty of the uniqueness of this project. So I will not want to say to you that this project has cost us so far X amount, or that it will cost Y amount.’’
Onyemenam said government investment in the project would be recouped through the sustainability arrangement put in place for the success of the system.
“The sustainability arrangement built around the project is such that government will recoup the investment that it is making over time.
“And once that guarantee is there, I think what we need is to be prudent and timely, so that revenue recoup and recapture can begin to happen sooner than later,’’ he added.
National ID System To Check Corruption
NEWS
The Director-General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mr Chris Onyemenam, said in Abuja yesterday that the new identity authentication and verification exercise would curtail fraud, especially in the banking sector.
Onyemenam, who made the statement when he featured at the forum of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said the system would also address challenges of identifying genuine social welfare needs.
“ We would have instituted the various service schemes in particular, identity authentication and verification which, in our opinion as far as the banking sector is concerned, would help to mitigate the incidence of fraud and bring it down to as low as 10 per cent, if not completely eliminating it.
“And of course, we can then say to ourselves we can help NAPEP, we can help various other social welfare programmes because we have the data base. And on the basis of the data base, it can then become possible to make deliberate policy plans and implement them along those lines, because it is easier for you to say I want to deal with this category of citizens, and you will have the basis to deal with them,” he said.
Onyemenam acknowledged Federal Government’s support to the commission in the paradigm shift.
“In terms of the cost, I think the best thing to do is to say that look, this is not going to come cheap, however, we are being as extremely prudent as possible and government is mindful to ensure sustainability. “And what has government done? There is private sector participation, there is concession and currently we are looking at the concession to see how this can be reworked so that the difficulties in implementing that concession could be addressed.
“The concession was put in place just about the time the world experienced recession and soon after that, we began to experience various reforms in the banking sector, so access to credit has been a difficult issue. And so, we are looking at reviewing it. But more importantly, government took certain steps to ensure that private sector can take investment decisions that are necessary to make this happen,’’ he said.
The director-general also attested to increased private sector participation in the project, as well as government increased funding, through approval of issuance of 50 million cards at no cost to beneficiaries, and payment for the first 36 enrolment centres.
“The first 36 enrolment centres have been paid for by government, now these are two major cost items that have been taken care of by government,’’ Onyemenam said.
The director-general pointed out that the current government investment was nothing compared to the investment in the failed identity card project.
“I can confirm to you that government is being extremely prudent with this. I have had to present and represent to cabinet committees, to Mr President-in-Council.
“Each time I come for approval from government, I have had to go through very thorough process, I am examined and re-examined.
Onyemenam who did not state the amount that has been spent on the project so far, said however, that government approvals had been consistent since March, 2006.
“That’s the beauty of the uniqueness of this project. So I will not want to say to you that this project has cost us so far X amount, or that it will cost Y amount.’’
Onyemenam said government investment in the project would be recouped through the sustainability arrangement put in place for the success of the system.
“The sustainability arrangement built around the project is such that government will recoup the investment that it is making over time.
“And once that guarantee is there, I think what we need is to be prudent and timely, so that revenue recoup and recapture can begin to happen sooner than later,’’ he added.
National ID System To Check Corruption
NEWS
The Director-General, National Identity Management Commission (NIMC), Mr Chris Onyemenam, said in Abuja yesterday that the new identity authentication and verification exercise would curtail fraud, especially in the banking sector.
Onyemenam, who made the statement when he featured at the forum of the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), said the system would also address challenges of identifying genuine social welfare needs.
“ We would have instituted the various service schemes in particular, identity authentication and verification which, in our opinion as far as the banking sector is concerned, would help to mitigate the incidence of fraud and bring it down to as low as 10 per cent, if not completely eliminating it.
“And of course, we can then say to ourselves we can help NAPEP, we can help various other social welfare programmes because we have the data base. And on the basis of the data base, it can then become possible to make deliberate policy plans and implement them along those lines, because it is easier for you to say I want to deal with this category of citizens, and you will have the basis to deal with them,” he said.
Onyemenam acknowledged Federal Government’s support to the commission in the paradigm shift.
“In terms of the cost, I think the best thing to do is to say that look, this is not going to come cheap, however, we are being as extremely prudent as possible and government is mindful to ensure sustainability. “And what has government done? There is private sector participation, there is concession and currently we are looking at the concession to see how this can be reworked so that the difficulties in implementing that concession could be addressed.
“The concession was put in place just about the time the world experienced recession and soon after that, we began to experience various reforms in the banking sector, so access to credit has been a difficult issue. And so, we are looking at reviewing it. But more importantly, government took certain steps to ensure that private sector can take investment decisions that are necessary to make this happen,’’ he said.
The director-general also attested to increased private sector participation in the project, as well as government increased funding, through approval of issuance of 50 million cards at no cost to beneficiaries, and payment for the first 36 enrolment centres.
“The first 36 enrolment centres have been paid for by government, now these are two major cost items that have been taken care of by government,’’ Onyemenam said.
The director-general pointed out that the current government investment was nothing compared to the investment in the failed identity card project.
“I can confirm to you that government is being extremely prudent with this. I have had to present and represent to cabinet committees, to Mr President-in-Council.
“Each time I come for approval from government, I have had to go through very thorough process, I am examined and re-examined.
Onyemenam who did not state the amount that has been spent on the project so far, said however, that government approvals had been consistent since March, 2006.
“That’s the beauty of the uniqueness of this project. So I will not want to say to you that this project has cost us so far X amount, or that it will cost Y amount.’’
Onyemenam said government investment in the project would be recouped through the sustainability arrangement put in place for the success of the system.
“The sustainability arrangement built around the project is such that government will recoup the investment that it is making over time.
“And once that guarantee is there, I think what we need is to be prudent and timely, so that revenue recoup and recapture can begin to happen sooner than later,’’ he added.
The Rivers State Government has commended the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion) for its outstanding contributions to the development of Rivers State, particularly in the areas of peacebuilding, education, healthcare, and moral development.
Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara, stated that the Church has remained a dependable partner in promoting peace, unity, justice, moral discipline, and social harmony across society.
The Governor, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Dagogo Wokoma, made the remarks during the thanksgiving service marking the 30th Anniversary and First Session of the 11th Synod of the Diocese of Niger Delta North, held at St. Peter’s Anglican Church on Sunday.
Governor Fubara described the Synod’s theme, “Kingdom Advancement: The Priority of Every Believer,” as timely and relevant, considering the prevailing realities in society.
According to him, the Church continues to play a vital role in shaping societal values and inspiring hope among citizens.
“The Church remains a vital partner in promoting peace, unity, justice, and moral discipline. Its role in shaping values and inspiring hope cannot be overemphasized,” he stated.
The Governor further acknowledged the Anglican Communion’s contributions in education, healthcare delivery, youth empowerment, humanitarian services, and spiritual guidance across communities in Rivers State.
“The Rivers State Government appreciates the invaluable contributions of the Anglican Communion in education, healthcare, youth development, humanitarian support, and spiritual guidance. Your impact across communities in Rivers State continues to strengthen families and promote peaceful coexistence among our people,” he added.
Governor Fubara reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to building a peaceful, united, and prosperous Rivers State where all citizens can thrive irrespective of religion, ethnicity, or social background.
He also urged the Synod to continue praying for sustainable development and progress in Rivers State and Nigeria at large.
Earlier in his sermon, the Guest Minister, Joseph Olushola, spoke on the topic, “Kingdom Investment and Internal Rewards,” urging Christians to remain faithful stewards of God’s blessings and committed to advancing God’s kingdom through service and generosity.
The cleric emphasized that believers are custodians of the virtues and resources entrusted to them by God, stressing that divine rewards are based on faithfulness and impact rather than material possessions.
The Shell Nigeria Gas Limited, in partnership with the Manufacturers Association of Nigeria (MAN), has reaffirmed support for efforts to expand gas distribution infrastructure in Rivers State as part of initiatives aimed at improving access to affordable, cleaner and more reliable energy for industries across the South-South region.
The commitment was highlighted during the SNG–MAN Business Forum held in Port Harcourt, where stakeholders from the industrial and public sectors examined the role of natural gas in driving industrialisation, boosting local production and strengthening energy security.
Speaking at the forum on behalf of the Managing Director of Shell Nigeria Gas Limited, the company’s Head of Gas Distribution, Mr. Chukwuka Amos Ejesi, described natural gas as a critical component of Nigeria’s energy mix and a key driver of sustainable industrial growth.
According to him, Nigeria’s gas development agenda has reached a stage where policy direction must be matched with practical implementation capable of addressing the energy challenges confronting manufacturers.
He noted that pipeline gas offers industries a cleaner, more dependable and cost-effective energy alternative capable of supporting uninterrupted operations, reducing emissions and improving production efficiency.
“Gas is the backbone of manufacturing, and we are encouraged by the growing recognition among stakeholders of the need for cleaner and more reliable energy solutions,” he said.
Ejesi stressed the need for sustained collaboration among energy providers, government institutions and industrial stakeholders to maximise the country’s gas resources for economic development.
He added that improved gas infrastructure would strengthen manufacturing value chains, enhance productivity and promote more competitive industrial operations across Rivers State and the wider South-South region.
Participants at the forum also emphasised the importance of expanding energy infrastructure as a pathway to unlocking industrial capacity, reducing operating costs and promoting sustainable industrial development.
Representing Governor Siminalayi Fubara, the Director-General of the Rivers State Investment Promotion Agency, Dr. Chamberlain Peterside, reaffirmed the state government’s commitment to partnering with private sector investors to revitalise industrial activities in the state.
He identified key projects targeted under the initiative to include the revival of the Ahoada Industrial Park, the New Port City project and the proposed Bonny Industrial Park, all aimed at stimulating economic growth and expanding industrial opportunities along the Bonny corridor.
According to the governor, the long-term vision is to position Rivers State as a leading manufacturing hub in Southern Nigeria through strategic public-private partnerships.
Governor Fubara also commended Shell Nigeria Gas and MAN for sustaining engagements geared towards improving industrial energy access, noting that gas infrastructure development remains central to the state’s economic recovery plans.
He further observed that the gas sector presents enormous opportunities for economic growth, especially as global energy systems continue to shift towards cleaner energy sources.
The governor called on stakeholders to work collectively towards developing a practical and sustainable gas framework capable of supporting the state’s industrial and energy development objectives.
By; Kevin Nengia
Rivers State Deputy Governor, Prof. Ngozi Nma Odu, has charged newlywed couples to build their marriages on the virtues of love and submission as taught in the Word of God.
Prof. Odu gave the charge at the wedding ceremony of Amblessed Favour Sunny-Cookey and Samson Jesuganji at Lifegate Power Ministries, Dominion Cathedral, in Port Harcourt on Saturday, 16th May 2026.
The Deputy Governor congratulated the couple on beginning a new phase of life together and prayed for God’s blessings upon their union, noting that the couple had been raised by godly parents and encouraged them to uphold the Christian values instilled in them.
Referring to the sermon delivered during the ceremony, Prof. Odu emphasized that the principles of love and submission remain fundamental to a successful marriage.
According to her, genuine love reflects the nature of God, stressing that love should remain the foundation of the couple’s relationship as they journey through life together.
Prof. Odu further prayed for enduring peace, happiness, and progress in the home, expressing confidence that the marriage would continue to flourish under God’s guidance.
The Deputy Governor also commended the families of the couple for their support and upbringing, while urging the newlyweds to always remember the significance of the day and the commitment they had made before God and witnesses.
In his sermon at the wedding, the Founder and Presiding Pastor of Salvation Ministries, Pastor David Ibiyeomie, stated that marriage did not originate from Western culture, traditions, or human ideas, but from God, whom he described as the “manufacturer” of marriage.
According to the cleric, couples seeking lasting and peaceful homes must rely on biblical principles rather than societal trends or assumptions.
He explained that many marital crises and rising divorce rates stem from ignorance and failure to apply scriptural teachings in family life.
Drawing from the biblical parable of building a house on a rock, Pastor Ibiyeomie said the Word of God remains the only solid foundation capable of sustaining marriages through challenges and difficult times.
He noted that marriage naturally comes with unexpected realities and pressures, stressing that religious ceremonies or cultural practices alone are not enough to sustain a home without proper understanding of God’s instructions.
The pastor further warned that ignorance of scripture remains one of the greatest weapons against believers, urging Christians to study and practice the Word of God rather than merely attending church services.
It would be recalled that the bride is the daughter of Pastor Sunny Cookey the Founder and Presiding Pastor of Lifegate Ministries. The Ceremony had lots of Ministers in attendance which includes Apostle Zilly Aggrey, Pastor George Izunwa, and Bishop Winston Iwo
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