On His Birthday, Emmah Isong Gets Appointment In Otu’s Govt
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Edith CHUKU
The Cross River State governor, Senator Bassey Otu has said that the General Overseer of Faith Mansion World Center, City of Testimonies, Dr. Emmah Isong, is a blessing to the state.
Otu stated this during a “5 Star Celebration and Installation” service honoring Isong, who was celebrating his 60th birthday, 40 years of serving God, a 35-year marriage anniversary and 15 years of Bishopric.
The celebration was following his installation as an Archbishop in an event attended by two state governors: Pastor Umoh Eno of Akwa Ibom State and the host governor, Bassey Otu, along with several bishops and clergy from both within and outside the country.
Otu who described the celebrant as a true man of God, reappointed Isong as chairman of the anti-illegal tax agency in the state, a role he held in the previous administration.
In a release by his Chief Press Secretary, Mr. Nsa Gill, the governor while congratulating the Archbishop also praised him for his legacy in nurturing individuals in the ways of God and promoting good values in the state.
According to him, “God has used this man to bless Cross River State in numerous ways. You have guided our men and women toward God’s path and instilled positive values in the state.
“Your success story is a lesson for us all: God can elevate anyone to great heights if they are willing to work for Him.”
He congratulated Isong on his elevation, stating that, “now that you are on a higher pedestal, God will use you to function in an even greater capacity for a more significant impact.”
In his remarks, Otu called on Nigerians to be patient with the government’s reforms.
He emphasized that the current administration was taking deliberate steps to address the prevailing economic hardships facing the country and encouraged Nigerians to pray for the nation.
The governor acknowledged that, “the nation is undergoing a challenging phase similar to those faced by other great countries, through constructive reforms, those nations emerged as stronger societies.
“The Nation is going through a difficult time, but almost all great nations have experienced such challenges. The key difference is that those nations prepared for tough times; Nigeria did not. That is why we need to make sacrifices—good things come only through sacrifice. Instead of being despondent, let us unite with the government for a better Nigeria.”
