Clergymen at the ongoing annual convention of the Lutheran Church of Christ in Nigeria (LCCN) in Adamawa state have offered prayers for the member representing Ganye, Toungo, Jada and Mayo Belwa Federal constituency, Hon. Abdulrazak Namdas.
Hon. Namdas, a governorship aspirant in Adamawa state, was earlier received at the convention ground in Demsa LGA by the President Lutheran Church Worldwide and Bishop Lutheran Federation of Nigeria, Arch.Bishop Musa Panti Filibus.
Arch Bishop Panti, who introduced the Federal Legislator and Chairman House Committee on Army to the congregation, assured him of their support and prayers and also appreciated him for gracing the annual event.
The Arch Bishop an invitation dated 18th February, 2022, said that the church is hosting over 65, 000 participants at its 97th LCCN annual national convention at its covenant ground in Demsa LGA.
Earlier, while addressing the church, Hon. Namdas, said that the fervent prayers of the clergymen and their continued support and encouragement are some of the key things that have kept this nation as a united entity.
Hon. Namdas, appealed to the religious leaders not to relent in praying for peaceful coexistence amongst citizens, urging them to also pray for leaders because any bad decision taken by a leader can affect all citizens.
On the security challenges bedeveilling the nation, the gubernatorial aspirant told the mammoth crowd that the challenges have lingered for so long, and that it cannot be solved with guns alone, but with prayers and support of religious leaders.
He informed the church that the army and other security operatives are doing their best, and added that the security of lives and property can only be achieved with their support and prayers.
As governorship aspirant, he hinted that he had initiated laudable programmes that have direct bearing on women and youths and assured that if given the mandate, women and youths' development will take center stage of his government.
"We will not abandon our mothers and the youths. I assure you that if we are given the opportunity, we will not leave them behind; we will ensure that they are well supported and empowered." He added.
He pleaded with the clergymen to encourage people to join polittcs, saying if they do not participate in politics, people will continue to elect leaders that will not bring development in the society.
Responding on behalf of the church, Arch Bishop Panti, thanked Namdas for coming and bringing his words of assurances and encouragement, assuring him of their prayers for the peace of the nation.
He said that he is worried that the young men and women who sacrificed their time and energy to protect the territorial integrity of the nation have become the primary target of terrorists, especially in the northeast.
He charged the lawmaker to use his good office and ensure that the army is protected and fully equipped to bring an end to the security challenges.
He lamented thus, "It gives me concern when I hear or see stories of how our soldiers who suppose to protect this country being killed by terrorists. Those who left their families to protect us have become the primary target".
"I want to plead with you as the Chairman House Committee on Army to work out things that will bring an end to this lingering security problem. I am sure that with the help of God, this security challenge is not beyond us as a nation."
Earlier, Hon. Namdas inspected the guards of honour mounted by the members of the Nigeria Boys Brigade at the entrance of the convention ground.
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