Cleric Attributes Nigeria’s Unity To God’s Grace

Bishop of the Diocese of Okrika Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Enoch Atuboyedia, has attributed the continuous corporate existence of Nigeria and her unity despite the huge political and economic problems to the grace of God.
Bishop Atuboyedia said this at a media briefing as part of activities for the 3rd session of the 7th synod of the Diocese of Okrika coming up from 2nd to 5th of May 2024 at St James Church, Ogoloma, headquarters of Okrika Archdeaconry in Okrika Local Government Area.
The cleric also attributed the prevailing peace in Rivers State to the grace of God, while also stating that the current peace and unity being experienced, not only in the Okrika nation, but the entire Ijaw tribe is due to the grace of God.
Atuboyedia also said the ongoing massive renovation of the Okrika Grammar School by the Rivers State Government was made possible by the grace of God.
He said the theme for the synod, which is “I see Grace”, was taken from the Bible book of Isaiah.
In his words, “Grace is the one that keeps people going, grace is the one that answers everything, without grace of God, there will be no salvation”, he said.
The Bishop said the theme was chosen because of the role God’s grace has played in the sustenance of not only the Okrika nation, the Diocese, but also Rivers State and Nigeria as a whole.
According to him, the Synod, which commences on the 2nd of May 2024, will feature presidential address or bishop charge and a thanksgiving service on Sunday, 5th of May, 2024.
He described synod as the highest decision-making body of the Diocese, adding during the event, crucial decisions affecting the Diocese will be taken.
About 250 delegates are expected at the synod.

By: John Bibor