The Abia State Government has held a Solemn Assembly and Covenant Renewal Service in Umuahia, bringing together religious leaders, traditional rulers, government officials and other stakeholders to pray for the continued peace and progress of the state.
The event, held at the JAAC Auditorium, Ogurube Layout, Umuahia, was organised under the theme “Remembering the Covenant.”
The gathering featured intercessory prayers, praise and worship led by renowned clerics, including Prophet Isa El-Buba, while Apostle Ofo Nzimiro led the rededication of Abia State to God.
Delivering a brief exhortation, Global Leadership Strategist and Founder and Lead Pastor of The Transforming Church Worldwide, Rev. Dr. Sam Oye, commended Governor Alex Otti’s administration for what he described as efforts to restore hope and confidence among Abians.
Rev. Dr. Oye described Abia as becoming a centre of excellence and an emerging destination for investment, while citing fiscal responsibility, transparency and accountability among areas he said the administration had prioritised.
He, however, urged the state leadership to focus further on generational vision, integrity, competence, strong institutions, infrastructure, human capital development and innovation.
The cleric also urged leaders to regard public resources as a trust and public office as a responsibility to the people.
According to him, the covenant renewal was an opportunity for individuals and the state to renew their commitment to God, while encouraging Abians to support the vision of the administration for what he described as the “New Abia.”
Speaking at the event, Governor Alex Otti thanked the clergymen, traditional rulers and other stakeholders who participated in the Solemn Assembly.
The governor expressed confidence that God’s presence would continue to dwell in the state.
Reflecting on his political journey and experiences during campaigns and elections since 2015, Governor Otti said he was grateful to God for preserving his life and reaffirmed his commitment to serving God.
Earlier, the Commissioner for Local Government and Chieftaincy Affairs and Coordinator of the event, Prince Uzor Nwachukwu, described the gathering as an important spiritual exercise for the continued progress of Abia State.
Nwachukwu said the state had experienced difficult periods in the past before the emergence of Governor Otti, whom he likened to the biblical Moses in the context of his description of the state’s political transformation.
The Solemn Assembly was attended by the Deputy Governor, Chief Ikechukwu Emetu, traditional rulers, government officials, religious leaders and other prominent Abians.
The covenant renewal activities are expected to continue on Saturday in Seventh-day Adventist churches across the state and on Sunday in other churches.
By Enitan Mudashiru | MUK TV News
