James Sowole in Abeokuta
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun, has urged Nigerians to renew their faith in God and hope for a better future as the challenges confronting the nation were surmountable.
Speaking at the 2023 Christmas Carol and Service of Nine Lessons held at the Arcade Ground, Governor’s Office, Oke-Mosan, Abeokuta, Abiodun called on Nigerians not to lose sight of the values that define them as a people, but continue to love one another.
He said true measures of success were beyond economic achievements, but lied in the collective resolve of the people to grow together with a common destiny. He emphasised the need for all Nigerians to be their brothers’ keeper, noting that unity could only be achieved by supporting and uplifting each other.
Christmas period, according to the governor, held significance beyond the celebration and euphoria of the birth of Jesus Christ as it provided an opportunity for sober reflection and thanksgiving.
He called on Nigerians to show kindness to one another, especially to those facing challenges.
“This event is beyond the celebration and euphoria of the remembrance of the birth of our messiah; it is a time for sober reflection and thanksgiving. As we celebrate, we must be conscious of those around us who are struggling with one challenge or the other.”
He said his administration in the past four years, had successfully implemented its ISEYA vision without bias, adding that more than 500 kilometers of road had been constructed across the state, building of the Agro Cargo Airport, houses, provision of adequate health care facilities, education, among others.
While noting that his government had been fair, just and equitable to all sections of the state in project distribution in keeping to his promise not to develop any part of the state at the expense of others, Abiodun pledged to continue implementing programmes and polices that would have direct impact on the lives of the people.
In his sermon titled; “Jesus Christ, The Truth,” the General Overseer of the Redeemed Christian Church of God (RCCG), Pastor Enoch Adejare Adeboye, reminded everyone that they were God’s creation and that God had the ability to repair or recreate what He had created
Taking his text from John 8: 32, Pastor Adeboye highlighted that God was the ultimate authority, controlling the earth and times, reassuring the congregation that when God opens a door, no one can shut it.
