Godswill Akpabio, the president of the Senate, claimed on Saturday that he is the highest ranking Christian in the administration.
He urged Nigerians to continue serving God whatever of their status in life, attributing his political ascent to “the special grace of God.”
Akpabio made these remarks during the blessing and official opening of the Regina Coeli Parish Rectory in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State, an event attended by top clerics and political leaders. His remarks were contained in a statement issued in Abuja by his Special Assistant on Media, Jackson Udom.
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Senate President, Godswill Akpabio speaking during the blessing and official opening of the Regina Coeli Parish Rectory in Uyo, Akwa Ibom State
The Senate President claimed that his rise from obscurity to the top spot in the country was evidence of God’s favour.
“As the most ranked Christian in government, God has specially and graciously transformed and prepared me for the task ahead. I belong to all denominations, but I am lucky and happy to be a Catholic. Most people are in the church without knowing the power of the church.
“If God can raise me from a nobody to be the President of the Senate and by extension, the number three citizen of this great country, He can do it for us all, just position and prepare yourself for His blessings,” he said.
Akpabio further urged Nigerians to remain committed to service in the house of God, noting that even the smallest contribution to church projects carries divine reward.
“Anytime you contribute as little as 10 kobo to the construction of a church building project and it is completed and put to use, know that God has accepted your contributions.
“I am always excited to be part of the development of the church because nothing is too big for our God,” he added.
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Additionally, Akpabio disclosed plans to unveil a new worship centre within the National Assembly complex in Abuja.
“In the next few weeks, I will happily invite Nigerians from all walks of life to join us in commissioning a befitting place of worship for our God,” he announced.
Following this, the Catholic Bishop of Uyo, Most Rev John Ayah, commended the Senate President and his wife, Dr Unoma Akpabio, for their support to the church, including hosting Catholic bishops nationwide in Ikot Ekpene last September.
Akpabio’s testimony comes amid renewed attention on Senate unity following claims of attempted leadership plots.
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