BAYELSA DEPUTY GOVERNOR URGES CHRISTIAN GROUPS TO ENGAGE IN POLITICS

Senator Lawrence Ewhrudjakpo, Bayelsa State Deputy Governor has called on Christian organisations to take a more active role in politics to help promote good governance and uphold societal values.

Ewhrudjakpo made the appeal on Monday when the Council of Knights, Niger Delta West Diocese of the Anglican Communion, visited him at Government House, Yenagoa.

In a statement issued by Mr. Doubara Atasi, his Senior Special Assistant on Media, the Deputy Governor said the church has a duty not only to preach the gospel but also to guide leaders by speaking truth to power.

He urged religious leaders to uphold integrity in all their dealings and focus on preaching salvation rather than miracles. He also encouraged them to pray for the government and people of Bayelsa State, while streamlining practices that strengthen the body of Christ.

During the visit, Sir Mathias Otuogha, the President of the Council of Knights, announced that Ewhrudjakpo had been conferred with the title of Patron of the Anglican Knights of the Niger Delta West Diocese. He expressed confidence that the Deputy Governor would continue to support their mission of advancing the Christian faith and peace in society.

Dignitaries at the event included Vice President of the Council, Dame Anne Koko-Abidde, former Head of Service Dame Biobelemoye Charles-Onyeama, and retired Justice Margaret Akpomiemie, former Acting Chief Judge of Bayelsa State.

Reported by Bright Okpo