By Isaac Olamikan / Special Correspondent, Benin
The Minority Whip of the House of Representatives, Samson Raphael Osagie, has refuted insinuations in some quarters that he is fond of hitting hard at President Goodluck Jonathan in his utterances.
He stated that what most people do not know is that he is concerned about ensuring that things work in the country, adding this informed his position on issues of accountability in governance.
He said his criticism of the President is constructive.
The lawmaker was speaking last Sunday on the occasion of the 2014 annual thanksgiving service of the Central Baptist Church, Benin City, Edo State. Osagie, who was the special guest of honour on the occasion, told the congregation that being federal lawmakers is a rare privilege, adding that he will always give quality service to the people. He promised that he will never be found wanting in his responsibilities. He disclosed that he would initiate the setting up of a branch of the church in his locality, Egba, in Uhunmwode Local Government Area of the state.
In his homily, Reverend Olu Aibinuomo, the minister-in-charge of the church, called on all faithful to always place all their desires before God who is exceedingly able to handle all human needs.
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