The Diocese in a communique issued after its first session of the eighth Synod, held at St. Luke’s Church, Otovwodo-Ughelli in Ughelli North Local Government Area of Delta State, from 27th April – 1st May 2019, called on the government to implement economic policies that would revamp the economy and make the improving economic indices to translate into improved living conditions for the masses.
“The Aladja-Adjaokuta rail line should also be connected to Abuja quickly and passenger trains should be introduced. “Government is advised to seriously consider the adoption of State and local police as part of the way forward in effectively combating crimes in the country. Synod also implores the Federal government to fulfil its promises with necessary actions by doing everything possible to ensure the release of Leah Sharibu and the remaining Chibok girls as well as all persons still in boko haram captivity.
“We heartily congratulates Sir Senator Ifeanyi Arthur Okowa, the Governor of Delta State, on his successful re-election to continue as Governor of our dear State for another four years. It is the expectation of Deltans and all well-meaning people that the renewed mandate will spur and motivate the governor and his team to do more and take the State to greater heights.