A diverse assembly of prominent individuals, including former President Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Labour Party’s presidential candidate Peter Obi, and Akwa Ibom State Governor Pastor Umo Eno, along with several ex-governors and distinguished personalities from various political affiliations, gathered as mourners at the burial ceremony of the late Prelate Emeritus of the Methodist Church, Dr. Sunday Mbang, which took place yesterday.....KINDLY READ THE FULL STORY HEREâ–¶
The commemoration occurred at Dr. Mbang’s home parish, the Methodist Cathedral located in the Eket local government area.
During the event, Governor Eno delivered a tribute that extolled the exceptional qualities of the late Mbang. Governor Eno praised him as an embodiment of Christian virtues, a symbol of national harmony, love, morality, and tolerance….CONTINUE READING
In his eulogy, Governor Eno, leading a delegation of dignitaries bidding farewell to the esteemed prelate, accentuated Mbang’s profound faith, his ability to recognize noble principles in other faiths, and his commitment to the progress of Nigeria.
He characterized the late prelate as a distinguished patriot who prioritized individuals’ character and principles over geographical confines.
Governor Eno conveyed heartfelt condolences from the government and people of Akwa Ibom State to the grieving family and the wider Methodist community. He also fondly recalled the departed prelate’s life journey, reminiscing on his legacy as a man of goodwill.
Chief Obasanjo, reflecting on the outpouring of tributes honoring the late prelate, reminisced about his presidency days and his close relationship with Dr.
Mbang. Despite the prelate’s candid expression of his views to those in power, Chief Obasanjo emphasized the mutual respect and camaraderie that they shared, as Mbang held influential positions within the Methodist Church and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) during that time.
