By Emma Arubi / Snr. Correspondent, Warri
DELTA State Governor, Dr. Emmanuel Uduaghan, has stated that the country will overcome her current political and security challenges and called on Nigerians to pray fervently for the unity of the country.
He also called for prayers for the President of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Pastor Ayo Oritsejafor, to enable him achieve success as he pilots the affairs of Christians in the country.
The Governor gave the admonition at the Word of Life Bible Church, Warri, on Sunday at the flag-off of its annual “Jubilee Word Festival” celebration of the church.
“Nigeria would overcome the current political storm gathering momentum towards the 2015 general election. We must continue to be hopeful for a better Nigeria now and beyond 2015”, he stated.
Pastor Oritsejafor, in his brief speech, declared an eight-day prayer for the nation and thanked the Governor and his entourage for honouring his invitation.
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