In a historic transfer to advertise peace, unity, and safeguard Plateau State’s divine heritage, Governor Caleb Manasseh Mutfwang has flagged off the first-ever Plateau Unity Christmas Carol and Reward Competition.
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The occasion, held on Saturday on the Ten Commandments Prayer Altar in Doi, Jos South Native Authorities Space, witnessed a convergence of distinguished personalities, together with Yakubu Gowon, and Olusegun Obasanjo, each of them former heads of state.
Along with different residents of the state, they joined in heartfelt reward and worship to thank God for the peace and progress being restored within the state.
Addressing the interdenominational gathering, Governor Mutfwang described the competition as a major step in direction of the unity and prophetic future of Plateau State.
“The Plateau Unity Christmas Carol and Reward Competition marks the start of a journey to unity, progress, and the achievement of Plateau’s divine future,” the hovernor remarked.“For too lengthy, we have now fought many battles, each inner and exterior, however the time has comev—and the time is now—to unite as a folks. God has blessed this land abundantly, and it’s our collective duty to harness these blessings for the larger good,” he famous.
He emphasised the state’s immense potential, stating, “Plateau is a land of blessing—fertile, resource-rich, and strategically positioned by God. By His grace, Plateau will rise as a beacon of hope and prosperity, fulfilling its future as a metropolis set on a hill that can not be hidden.”
Yakubu Gowon, former head of state, counseled the initiative and expressed gratitude for the governor’s dedication to selling peace and unity.
Reflecting on the state’s turbulent previous, he famous, “Plateau has endured many challenges, however beneath Governor Mutfwang’s management, the state is experiencing restoration and therapeutic. This gathering is a testomony to our collective need to worship God and search His intervention for peace in Plateau, Nigeria, and past.”
Gowon, a retired basic additionally praised the performances by the varied teams and the sermon delivered by Amos Mohzo, describing them as spiritually uplifting. He urged the folks of Plateau to not solely profess peace however to embody it of their every day lives.
Olusegun Obasanjo, additionally a former head of state and president was counseled for attending the occasion, with Gowon recalling the pivotal function he performed in saving Obasanjo from a demise sentence throughout a important interval in Nigeria’s historical past.
Jerry Gana, a professor and former minister of data and communication, hailed the initiative as divinely impressed, emphasising that God was happy with the multitude of souls gathered to reward Him.
Amos Mohzo, a pastor and president of the Church of Christ in Nations (COCIN), studying from Luke 2:13 and Psalm 96:1, highlighted the message of peace introduced by Jesus Christ. He inspired residents of Plateau state to reside out the teachings of Christ, rise above divisions of ethnicity or politics, and stay steadfast of their religion.
BusinessDay studies that the occasion featured scriptural readings by notable personalities together with Joshua Dariye, a former governor of Plateau; Josephine Piyo, deputy governor of the state; and Istifanus Dung Gyang, a senator. The programme included soul-lifting songs, cultural performances, and a profound message of hope and reconciliation.