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Wike Tasks Christians On Establishing God’s Kingdom
Rivers State Governor, Chief Nyesom Wike has encouraged Christian faithful in the country to keep up with the good works of establishing the kingdom of God to yield positive results in nation building.
Wike maintained that propagating the works of God such as building a temple for worship was worth commending as everyone who contributes to the growth of the church would be rewarded in the future.
The governor made this observation during the dedication ceremony of the new St. Silas’ Anglican Church building, Eneka in Obio/Akpor Local Government Area, yesterday.
Wike, who was represented by the Secretary to the State Government, Dr. Tammy Danagogo, observed that church dedication was always an inspirational and joyous moment to express in-depth gratitude to God for the years of common labour and determination of building a temple for God.
The governor said, “I commend His Lordship, Bishop Wisdom Ihunwo, the rector and members of the St. Silas’ Anglican Church, who on their own, galvanised their resources to build this beautiful edifice from foundation to completion to the glory of God.
“We commend and celebrate with you. This is the kind of effort that does not go in vain in the sight of God. God promised to establish King Solomon if he builds Him a temple, and what God says to one, He says to all.
“I also thank you for your unswerving prayers. We are aware you are constantly praying for the governor and the Government of Rivers State. We are not unmindful of the fact that it is the mercy and grace of God that has kept this Government in success.
“The NEW Vision has continued to impact lives with diverse projects despite the diminishing allocation of the states because of your prayers. Please continue to pray. As the Bible states, the prayers of the righteous avails much.
“Pray particularly at this time that as we draw close to elections, people will come to steal your votes by any means possible, but by your prayers we will prevail.
“As a Christian state, the government will continue to match that declaration with action and support every meaningful action of the church in Rivers State and your church will not be an exception”, he added.
During his sermon and drawing inspiration from 1 Kings 8:22-27, Bishop of the Niger Delta North, Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Wisdom Ihunwo, admonished worshipers that King Solomon ensured the building and completion of Gods temple before building his own house.
He noted that having built the temple of God, it is important for faithfuls to look inwards at their own lives as the temple of God.
“Building the edifice of worship without an edified human temple is defeated. We are God’s temple and His spirit dwells in us. God created us to always give him glory.
“To be the temple of God, you must be holy, avoid use of substance that abuse the temple such as drugs, alcohol, fornication, adultery, disfigure to the temple…, because when we defile God’s temple, we can’t please him. Do not destroy God’s temple”, he admonished.
The chairman of the Building Committee, thanked the governor and bishop for their presence as he noted that the church was built over a 10 years timeline and that there was no loss during the construction.
The Governor of Rivers State, Sir Siminalayi Fubara, has begun the celebration of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary with a Juma’at service where prayers were offered for the progress of the state and Nigeria.
Governor Fubara, who advocated for peace and unity of Nigeria during the prayers on Friday at the Rivers State Central Mosque, Port Harcourt, indicated that without peace, the accelerated development of Nigeria will remain in a limbo.
Governor Fubara, who was represented by Alhaji Abdurrazaq Diepriye, therefore urged citizens to remain patriotic.
According to him, “Allah has brought us this far. Without peace, we can not have progress and economic development. I call on all citizens irrespective of creed or tribe to remain patriotic.”
He thanked President Bola Tinubu for restoring peace in Rivers State while also using the forum to appreciate security agencies for their relentless effort in upholding the peace and unity of Rivers State and Nigeria.
The Chief Imam of Rivers State Central Mosque, Imam Ibrahim Yaloo, admonished Moslem faithful to always speak the truth, adding that those who obey Allah will be directed to good deeds and their sins forgiven.
Prayers were offered for Rivers State and Nigeria.
Other activities to mark the 65th Independence anniversary in the state include an Inter-denominational Church Thanksgiving Service on Sunday, 28th September and Parade Ceremony on Wednesday, 1st October.
Vice-President Kashim Shettima departed New York on Sunday after representing President Bola Tinubu at the 80th session of the United Nations General Assembly.
In a statement released on Sunday by the VP media aide, Stanley Nkwocha, the Vice President is now headed to Germany, where he will hold strategic meetings with officials of Deutsche Bank.
The statement read, “Vice President Kashim Shettima has departed New York, United States, after successfully representing President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, GCFR, at the 80th Session of the United Nations General Assembly.
“During his participation at UNGA 80, VP Shettima secured UN Secretary-General António Guterres’ commendation for Nigeria’s bid for a permanent UN Security Council seat.
“He also showcased Nigeria’s $200 billion energy transition opportunity to global investors and strengthened strategic partnerships with the UK on trade, defence, and migration issues.”
Nkwocha added that the VP delivered Tinubu’s national statement, calling for UN reforms and a permanent seat for Nigeria at the UN Security Council, and “demanded Africa’s control over its $700 billion mineral wealth, and digital inclusion initiatives.”
“He also engaged with the Gates Foundation on healthcare and education expansion, positioning Nigeria as the natural hub for the African Continental Free Trade Area’s $3.4 trillion market.
“VP Shettima was seen off at John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York, by cabinet Ministers who were part of the UNGA 80 delegation and Nigerian Mission officials.”
The aide noted that Shettima will return to Nigeria immediately after his engagements in Germany.
The Tide source recalls that the VP departed Abuja, yesterday.
He led other Nigerian officials at the Assembly.
As part of Nigeria’s 65th Independence anniversary celebration, the Federal Government held a special thanksgiving service on Sunday at the National Ecumenical Centre in Abuja to offer prayers and give thanks for the nation.
The event drew top government officials and security chiefs, including Senate President Godswill Akpabio and Secretary to the Government of the Federation, George Akume, as well as their spouses.
Other notable guests included Finance Minister and Coordinating Minister of the Economy Wale Edun, former Plateau State Governor, Senator Simon Lalong, and the Chief of Defence Staff, General Christopher Musa, who led the service chiefs in attendance.
Service chiefs present included the Chief of Naval Staff, Vice-Admiral Emmanuel Ogala, Inspector-General of Police Kayode Egbetokun, Comptroller-General of the Nigerian Immigration Service, Mrs Kemi Nandap and Controller-General of the Nigerian Correctional Service, Sylvester Nwakuche, among others.00
The service came days after the government unveiled the official theme and some of the activities slated for the 2025 Independence celebrations.
This year’s anniversary is tagged “Nigeria @ 65: All Hands on Deck for a Greater Nation,” as announced by the Director of Information and Public Relations at the Office of the Secretary to the Government of the Federation, Segun Imohiosen, in a statement on Wednesday.
“As part of activities to mark the 65th Independence Anniversary, the Juma’at Prayer and the Inter-Denominational Church Service will be held on Friday, 26th September at 1 pm and Sunday, 28th September at 10 am respectively, as well as the World Press Conference on Monday, 29th September at 10 am,” he said.
The Tide source had earlier reported that President Bola Tinubu, alongside former Heads of State, Yakubu Gowon, Olusegun Obasanjo and Goodluck Jonathan, is expected as a special guest at a national discourse convened by the Island Club, Lagos, to mark Nigeria’s 65th Independence Anniversary.
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