Akume: my ministerial appointment a honour by God

Minister of Special Duties and Inter-Governmental Affairs Sen. George Akume has described his appointment as a great honour by God that is worthy of appreciation.

He spoke yesterday at St. Michael’s Catholic Church, Bua, Ameladu, Ipav, in Gboko Local Government Area of Benue State during a thanksgiving mass organised in his honour by members of the community.

Represented by his wife, Regina, the minister said his appointment is a fulfilment of God’s words in Isaiah 61:7 where He assured his children that “instead of shame and dishonour, you will receive a double portion, and instead of disgrace, you will rejoice in your inheritance.”

Mrs. Akume, who thanked God for using Father Emmanuel Asue for positive spiritual uplift of the community, hailed the decision of members of the host community to thank God on behalf of her husband, saying the excitement expressed by the people about his appointment indicates that like Joseph, Akume’s brothers shall see him in greater glory.

Rev. Fr. Asue had enjoined Christians in a homily to turn away from sins, to avoid punishment of death as promised by God.

He advised the minister’s associates and aides to pray for him and give him wise counsel. The cleric prayed God to enable the minister discharge his duties with the fear of God and for the good of humanity.

The former Chairman of Gboko Local Government, Simon Abua Yajir, praised the Catholic Church for its discipline and for always upholding truth.

Associates of the minister, including former members of the Benue State Executive Council, former council chairmen in the state, party leaders and others attended the thanksgiving mass.

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