Felicia Asuquo, Abuja
The Federal government has reaffirm its commitment to working hand in hand with faith-based organisations so as to ensure national progress.
The Secretary to the Government of the Federation (SGF), distinguished Senator Dr. George Akume,disclosed this over the weekend when delivering a keynote address at the 18th Biennial Conference of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN) held at Dunamis International Gospel Centre, Abuja.
During his address, the SGF congratulated Bishop Francis Wale Oke on his re-election as PFN President and commended the Fellowship for its key role in national development.
He stated that with over 40 million adherents across the country, PFN has remained a pillar of faith, encouraging peace, harmony, and unity among Nigerians.
“The government remains committed to working hand in hand with faith-based organisations to ensure national progress.
“This administration is anchored on God and spirituality, and under the Renewed Hope Agenda, we are prioritising security, fighting corruption, and reforming education, particularly through investments in STEM,” Akume stated.
The SGF went further to emphasise that faith and governance must work closely to build a stronger and better Nigeria,urging continued collaboration between religious institutions and the government to drive positive change in society.
Investigator news reports that the PFN Biennial Conference brought together prominent Christian leaders, clergy, and government officials, reinforcing the intersection between faith and nation-building in Nigeria.