By Victor Lewis
The pivotal role of Christian religious leaders in ensuring good governance by elected and appointed political leaders has been emphasized.
This formed the focus of the recent visit of the members of the group, Urhobo Christian Ministers’ Association (UCMA) to the Senator representing Delta Central Senatorial District, Distinguished Senator Ede Dafinone in his country home, Sapele.
UCMA led by its President, Most Rev. Prof. Solomon Gbakara, disclosed that the visit was part of its ongoing “efforts to strengthen synergy with leaders in governance, while also offering prayers and spiritual support for public office holders who are serving the people”.
The group commended the effort of Dafinone, especially for his sterling representation of the Urhobo people just as it urged the Distinguised Senator to continue in his good work with integrity, justice, commitment and fairness.
Responding, Senator Dafinone expressed profound appreciation for the visit of the Christian leadership group, adding that the “presence and prayers of the fathers of faith in God’s vineyard were a clear sign that God’s hand is upon Delta Central Senatorial District.
“It was an honour to welcome a delegation from the Urhobo Christian Ministers Association to my Sapele residence,” the senator said.
The national lawmaker used the occasion to stress the need for a strong collaboration between the government and Christian leaders in order to build a safe and prosperous society.
He assured more commitment accountability towards greater service for the people.
High point of the visit was the prayers, offered by the church leaders for the Senator and the peace and development of the Urhobo nation.
Prominent Christian leaders in the delegation included Archbishop Goddowell O. Avwomakpa and other respected ministers.
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