Church of Christ in Nations COCIN has Commended governor Simon Lalong
of Plateau state for the steps taken towards resettling the internally
displaced persons IDPs saying they hope the exercise will be done with
expediency in the state.
They appreciate the various NGO, churches and individuals expecially
the living faith church headquarters, TEAR Fund, Bread for the world ,
Hon. Solomon Dalung, Minister for youth and sports for their support to
the IDPs camps in the state.
Our correspondent recalled that following the attack in some villages
in Barkin Ladi and Riyom LGC which led to the killing of over 200
people the Simon Lalong led state government had set up a technical
committee to work out modalities for the return of IDPs to their
original abode.
COCIN in a Communique issued at the end of the 95th general church
council in Jos also expressed thanks to God for the successful visit of
the the Executive Council to President Muhammadu Buhari which was a
solemn meeting to convey the pains and concerns of the church.
The Communique which was signed by by Rev. Dr. Dachollom Datiri COCIN
President and Rev. Dr. Amos Mohzo COCIN General Secretary respectively
appreciated the President for his warm reception and understanding
believing he will fulfil his promise to take appropriate action on the
issues raised.
The church further called on federal government to ensure that the
2019 general election is free , fair and credible while enjoining all
her members to ensure that they vote credible candidates in the
forthcoming general election in the country. The Communique added.