By Monday Ajogun
Governor Monday Okpebholo of Edo State has charged residents to demonstrate love and kindness in their daily dealings with one another, irrespective of religion, ethnicity or status.
Okpebholo gave the charge during a two-day prayer programme organized by the Government House Chapel, tagged: “The power of love and Godly relationship as of old”.
Represented in the all night programme and the praise programme by the Coordinator office of the First Lady, Mrs Edesili Anani, the Governor noted that true love is shown in practical acts of kindness and genuine commitment to the needs of others.
He insisted that when individuals live their daily lives with love, most of our challenges, especially those related to security will cease to exist, thereby helping government to focus on providing better infrastructure and empowerment to the people.
According to him, the government has so far carried out more that 5000 empowerment programmes, even as he promised to continue initiating more programmes that will lift people out of poverty.
On his part, the convener of the programme and Chaplain Government House Chapel, Apostle Sule Faraday, explained that the programme was designed to commit the affairs of the State to God.
Faraday who is also the Special Adviser to the Edo State Governor on Religious Matters, noted that the Governor made several promises during the campaign, among which was the event of the day.
“One of them is the provision of free medical tests and treatment for the people of Edo State.
“This programme, organised by the Edo State Government House Chapel and powered by the Governor, reflects the administration’s commitment to the welfare of the people.
“The theme: ‘The power of love and godly relationship as of old’, is inspired by God’s love for humanity as expressed in John 3:16.
“The free medical outreach is open to everyone, regardless of religion. Christians, Muslims and other residents are benefiting from the exercise, demonstrating government’s love and care for the people of Edo State.
“Beyond medical care, the programme also encourages people to embrace genuine love for one another because where love exists, crime and hatred have no place. It reminds us that we cannot harm those we truly love.
“We appreciate the Governor for supporting this initiative and for his continued commitment to both the spiritual and physical well-being of Edo people. The free medical treatment is a practical demonstration of that love,” he said.
Prayers were offered by Ministers including Pastor Oby Okeke Apostle Favour Awun and Pastor Emanuel Ibiwoye for the Governor, his Cabinet and for the progress of the State.
There was also a medical outreach as the Medical Director, Government House Medical Center, Dr Solomon Aiguobasimwin spoke on the screening.
The Special Adviser to the Governor on Arewa Matters, Alhaji Mansur Ibrahim, also led the Muslim Community to the
