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By Festus Ahon, ASABA
DELTA State Governor, Senator Ifeanyi Okowa has expressed shock and grief over the death of a former Acting Governor of the state, Prince Sam Obi, saying he was a dependable political ally, whose commitment to the attainment of Stronger Delta laced with unity and peace was infectious and grandiose.
Okowa in a statement by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr Olisa Ifeajika, commiserated with Deltans, the people of Ika Nation and Ute-Okpu community in particular, over the demise of the renowned politician and pastor.
He said the fallen former lawmaker, who was Speaker of the state’s House of Assembly and Acting Governors in November 2010, adding that he was a great patriot and leader who led with the fear of God. He added that because of Obi’s love for God, he founded the Oracle of God Ministries Church where he ministered the word of God with passion until his heavenly call to be with his maker.
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Mr Olisa Ifeajika, in Asaba, the governor said that Easter was a time for Christians to celebrate the resurrection of our Lord Jesus Christ and again, reawakened by its essence.
According to him, the power of the resurrection of Christ was made manifest in Easter. It is an opportunity for Christians to seek God’s face in prayers to settle the myriad of security issues and the widening division of Nigerians along religious and tribal lines.
The governor urged Christians to show love to one another, especially to the downtrodden in the society just as Christ sacrificed Himself to save mankind from destruction.
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The Minister of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Malam Muhammad Musa Bello, on Saturday, called on residents, especially the Christian faithful to use the Easter festivity to meditate and give expression to the teachings and lifestyle of Jesus Christ which exemplified love, peaceful coexistence and selfless service.
He however reiterated the commitment of his administration to ensure the security of life and property during and after the celebration.
According to a statement authorized by his Chief Press Secretary (CPS), Anthony Ogunleye, and made available to newsmen in Abuja, the minister further urged them to use the occasion to rededicate themselves to the virtues of love and peaceful coexistence.
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