Governor Nyesom Wike of Rivers State has called on the Church to rise up and work towards the redemption of the country.
Speaking during the 3rd Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Evo in Port Harcourt, yesterday, Governor Wike urged the Church to intensify prayers for the salvation of Nigeria.
Represented by his Chief of Staff, Engr Chukwuemeka Woke, the Rivers State governor also said that the Anglican Church should take a decision for continuity in the state, following the outstanding developmental strides being enjoyed by Rivers people.
He said: “The Church must pray and rise up to redeem this country.”
The governor said that the Church cannot stand aloof in the face of political developments in the country. He said that the involvement of the church was key to national rebirth.
He said: “You cannot build a stronger church in isolation of the society. If there is a total breakdown of law and order, the church will also be affected.
“What we have done in three years has shown our commitment to transforming the state and improving the living condition of the people. The signs of development are everywhere in Rivers State.”