The Church of Nigeria (Anglican
Communion), diocese of Lagos, has presented a special episcopal award to
Akinwunmi Ambode, governor of Lagos state, for his “monumental achievements” in
all sectors and sections of the state in the last four years.
The church also tipped the
governor for federal appointment in the President Muhammad Buhari incoming
team, after his four-year term as Lagos governor.
The award presentation held at
Our Saviours Church, Tafawa Balewa Square (TBS), Onikan, on Monday.
Speaking during the presentation,
Humphrey Olumakaiye, the diocesan bishop, described Ambode as an administrator
with a patriotic drive who, through hard work and grace, rose to become
distinguished among his peers.
He said the governor deserved to
be appreciated for excellent performance and selfless service to God and
humanity. He commended Ambode for always identifying with the church, saying it
was an eloquent indication of his love and undying passion for God and
humanity.
“We are very proud of you for
taking Lagos state much higher. You have proved beyond doubts that there is
great hope for a better Nigeria through your transformational touch in this
state,” Olumakaiye said.
“You are a man of courage who
believes in possibilities against all odds; a man of focus and dignity. We are
indeed very proud of you and we pray that God will grant your heart desires and
take you to the next level of your political career.
“Today, we have decided to honour
you in due recognition of your exceptional achievements as our governor.”
On his part, Adebola Ademowo,
immediate past bishop of the diocese,
said Ambode’s name was already written in gold.
“I want to congratulate our
Governor for a very successful tenure. Your name has been written in gold and I
do hope that Abuja will do something,” Ademowo said.
Responding, Ambode thanked
residents and faith-based organizations for cooperating with his administration
to maintain law and order, saying it is on record that there was no single
religious conflict in the state in the last four years.
The governor said he was
particularly proud of the relationship and massive support extended to him by
religious leaders which, according to him, resulted in peaceful co-existence
and progress of the State.
“To our Fathers in the Lord and
clergymen, I thank you for all you have done to move Lagos forward in the past
four years of my administration. I am proud of the relationship and support
that has yielded the peaceful co-existence and atmosphere of love and
brotherhood. For me, this is the strongest plank upon which the progress we
have achieved rests,” Ambode said.
“It is also on record that no
single religious conflict was recorded in the last four years. The peaceful
co-existence of all religious sects is a testimony of our collective heritage
in the state.
“As our administration makes way
for another, I ask for your continued support and prayers for the incoming
government, the governor-elect, Mr Babajide Sanwo-Olu and his team.”
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