Ikuru Seeks Church, Govt’s Partnership

Rivers State Deputy Governor, Engr Tele Ikuru, has called for a robust partnership between the church and government for societal growth and harmony.

Engr. lkuru made the call while declaring open the 32nd  Diocesan Synod of the Methodist Church Nigeria, Ndoki Circuit Diocese of Port Harcourt, Uruuagbai in Oyigbo Local Government Area of the state.

Represented by the Permanent Secretary in his office,  Sir (Evangelist) Eddy Oloko, stressed that partnership between the Church and the government will  assure the realisation of set goals and fast-track the delivery of democratic  dividends. dividends.

Attributing the successes of Governor Chibuike Rotimi Amaechi-led  administration in the State to God’s mercies, the Deputy Governor commended administration in the state to God’s mercies, the Deputy Governor commended the Church for its steadfastness and invaluable contributions to the socio-  economic development of the state and the nation.

In his remarks, Chairman of the occasion and member representing Oyigbo  constituency in the State House of Assembly, Hon Okechukwu Nwaogu, constituency in the state House of Assemlrly, Hoh Okechukwu Nwaogu,  acknowledged the aptness of the theme of the synod: WhatIfTheLordHadNot  Been On Our  Side,calling on the Church to redouble its efforts in enhancing the spiritual growth of the faithful.

Delivering his sermon, Bishop of the MCN, Diocese of Port Harcourt, Rt. Rev Chimezuo Nwankpa, said the synod is aimed at re-appraising the activities and Chimezuo Nwankpa, said the synod is aimed at re-appraising the activities and  achievements of the Church since the last synod in 2012, reiterating the Church’s  commitment to nation building, thanking the Deputy Governor for gracing the event.