Covid 19: Oba calls for prayers, urges Christian faithful to trust in God

Covid 19: Oba calls for prayers, urges Christian faithful to trust in God

- Oba as called for prayers as Nigeria and rest of the world battles coronavirus

- The senator also said covid-19 and other issues affecting humanity will have a solution

- Going further, he said he is committed to the development of Akwa Ibom state

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The senator representing Uyo senatorial district at the National Assembly, Senator Albert Bassey popularly known as Oba has called for continuous prayers over the coronavirus pandemic facing the world.

Oba who called for more dedication to God said covid-19 and other issues affecting humanity will have a solution soon.

In a statement sent to Legit.ng, he urged Christian faithful to trust in God and his miracles of divine intervention in all matters.

The senator made the statement while meeting with some men of God across Akwa Ibom state recently.

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Covid 19: Oba calls for prayers, urges Christian faithful to trust in God
Oba who called for more dedication to God said covid-19 and other issues affecting humanity will have a solution soon. Credit: Twitter.
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While thanking them for the visit, he said he is committed to the development of Akwa Ibom state, and that he has over the years supported several religious organizations in the state and beyond.

"I'm committed to the service of God and humanity and I am ready to partner with the people of God to bring a greater change in the country," he said.

Responding, snr Apostle Nabaham Abraham, Pastor Ekpa and others appreciated the distinguished senator for hosting them and also promising to take the message of love and unity to other ministers who were willing to come but could not because of covid 19.

The senator also reiterated his plan to partner with Microsoft to train the youths of Akwa Ibom State on ICT and other forms of skills acquisitions.

Recall that Legit.ng reported that Oba received huge commendation from the people of Akwa Ibom state over his coronavirus palliatives.

The commendation came barely a week after widows, youths and leaders of his senatorial district visited to thank him for his kind gestures.

Youth groups across the 31 local government areas of the state, market women, several political and religious leaders also paid him solidarity visit over his palliatives to them.

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They described him as a good-natured man who has the interest of the entire people of the state at heart. They also added that politics has not affected his encompassing actions.

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