Kefas Urges Church to Champion Unity, Love, Truth
Taraba State Governor, Agbu Kefas, has urged the Church to champion unity, love and truth while playing a more active role in the social transformation of the state.
Kefas made the call on Sunday at a combined service of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Taraba State Chapter, held at the Redeemed People’s Mission, Magami, Jalingo.
The Governor said the service provided an opportunity to challenge the Church to look beyond worship and become an active force for unity, love, truth and social transformation.
He urged the Church to embrace what he described as unity of purpose, stressing that the progress of Taraba required people, particularly those entrusted with leadership responsibilities, to understand the demands of their offices and discharge them faithfully.
Kefas maintained that leadership comes with responsibility, urging those in positions of authority to contribute meaningfully to the development of the state and the Church.
He also called on the people to live by truth and love, saying the virtues would not only strengthen the Christian faith but also enable the Church to make greater impact on society.
The Chairman of PFN in Taraba State, Rev. Dr. Timothy King, appreciated the Governor for attending the service despite his demanding schedule.
King commended the administration for its developmental efforts, particularly in the areas of infrastructure and security, saying the impact of government projects was becoming visible across different parts of the state.
According to him, government efforts in the security sector have contributed to making Jalingo and its environs more peaceful, creating an environment where residents can go about their activities with greater confidence.
The PFN chairman called for stronger partnership between the government and the Church, noting that both institutions could achieve more by working together in areas affecting the welfare and development of the people.
The guest speaker, Pastor Timothy Oyedele, based his message on Romans 8:29 and titled it, “Leaders With Kingdom Principles.”
Oyedele emphasized truth and the knowledge of God as essential foundations for effective leadership, urging believers occupying positions of authority to remain faithful to their responsibilities.
He said leaders must preserve the dignity of their offices and understand that every assignment comes with expectations.
According to him, kingdom leadership is measured not simply by occupying an office, but by the ability to magnify the assignment, deliver results and remain accountable to the purpose for which the responsibility was given.
The service concluded with special prayers for peace and unity in Taraba State, the wider society and the Body of Christ, alongside songs and musical ministrations.
