Catholic Diocese Of Ikot Ekpene @60: Senator Akpabio advocates Nurturing Of Next Generation By Church
*Unveils plans for future aspiration of the Church
By; BAYO AKAMO, Ibadan
President of the Senate, Senator Godswill Akpabio on Saturday, advocated adequate nurturing of the next generation by the church.
Senator Akpabio stated this at the celebration of the 60th anniversary of the Catholic Diocese of Ikot Ekpene,
The Senate President while unveiling his future plans aimed at promoting the next generation future aspirations of the church, stressed that this became necessary to ensure they are actively involved in the church’s mission.
Exalting God for upholding the diocese since its inception and for constantly blessing the church. the Senate President expressed joy for the accomplishments of the diocese, highlighting the establishment and growth of numerous schools and organizations within the diocese.
Accompanied by his wife, Unoma, Senator Eteng Williams, the Minister of State Petroleum Resources (Gas), Ekperikpe Ekpo, among numerous others, Senator Akpabio commended the diocese for its achievements in the area of spreading the word of God.
“We have collectively achieved a lot. I pray the Lord keeps all of us to continue winning more souls into the Catholic fold. I will like to see more young people in the church than elders, so we can be sure of a secure future for the church,” he said.
He acknowledged the blessings bestowed upon the diocese over the past 60 years, highlighting specifically, his rise as an ambassador, who became the governor of the state, leading to significant transformations in Ikot Ekpene, including the creation of essential roads and now the number three citizen of Nigeria.
“We have brought a hospitality center called Four Points by Sheraton to Ikot Ekpene. Obong Ekperikpe Ekpo, the first minister of Gas Resources, from the area, also hails from the Diocese of Ikot Ekpene. This can only be God”
Speaking further, Senator Akpabio e assured the congregation of his commitment to transforming lives and announced plans to invest in the Catholic Pastoral Training Centre, Nko in Obot Akara LGA.
“I will send engineers on Monday, to fence the whole place; no matter how large it is, we will ensure we do internal roads,” he promised.
At the event graced by the Akwa Ibom State Governor, Pastor Umo Eno, represented by his deputy, Senator Akon Eyakenyi; the Minister of Gas Resources, Obong Ekperikpe Ekpo, among others award plaques was presented to the President of the Senate and his wife, Mrs Ekaette Unoma Akpabio.
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