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Isoko North Council Boss Tasks Religious Leaders on Speaking Truth to Power

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Chairman of Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State, Godwin Ogorugba, has tasked religious leaders to be courageous in speaking the truth to those in positions of authority at all times without minding whose ox is gored.

The council chairman who gave the task weekend during the 90th Synod of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Diocese of Oleh, held at St. Michael’s Anglican Church, Emevor, in Isoko North council, noted that while the house of God should be a place of truth and forgiveness, many tend to propagate false narratives and harbor unforgiveness.

Ogorugba charged religious leaders to stand firm and uphold the truth, especially when addressing political leaders and public officeholders.

Sharing a personal experience, the council chairman recounted the challenges he faced during his chairmanship campaign, emphasizing that the challenge was much, adding “My eventual victory came with many challenges, but God saw me through. This is a reminder that you can remain steadfast in your faith, trusting God for victory.

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“I sincerely appreciate my boss, His Excellency, Rt. Hon. Sheriff Oborevwori, the Governor of Delta State, for the significant role he played in my political journey. I also want to encourage the congregation especially aspiring politicians to hold firmly to their Christian values as they pursue their goals.”

Ogorugba stressed that one can serve in politics and still be a faithful believer. The Chairman also highlighted the importance of genuine forgiveness both in the political space and within the Church.

The 90th Synod which was chaired by former Secretary to the Delta State Government, Ovuozourie Samuel Macaulay, featured the member representing Isoko Federal constituency, Jonathan Ajirioghene Ukodhiko and member representing Ughelli North, South, and Udu Federal constituency Francis Waive as guest speakers.

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Also in attendance were the chairman of Isoko South, Friday Ovoke Warri, chairman of the Delta State Hospital Management Board, Paul Oweh and amongst other dignitaries within and outside the local government.

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