The Governor of Niger State, Abubakar Sani-Bello, has on Tuesday, stated that the arrival of the General Overseer of Deeper Life Bible Church, Pastor W. F. Kumuyi, to the State for the Global Crusade, signals the end of banditry in the State,
The Governor said this when Pastor Kumuyi paid him a courtesy visit, at the Niger State Government House, in preparation for the Global Crusade, with the theme: “The God of all Possibilities”, which has been slated to take place at the Trade Trade Fair Complex, Minna, the State capital, from Thursday, 22nd to 27th September, 2022.
Governor Sani-Bello who was represented by his Deputy, Alhaji Mohammed Ahmed Ketso, expressed confidence that the 6-day Global Crusade with Kumuyi, GCK, will bring abundant blessings to the people of the State.
Pastor Kumuyi’s Crusade is coming at a time when terrorism and banditry are ravaging the State.
Speaking, the Governor said: “We are happy to see you. You came to Niger State at the right time. We are not doubting the fact that your coming is a blessing. We also believe our security situation is over.
“We thank God that our biggest daddy, Pastor W. F. Kumuyi, has decided to visit our State. His visit will mark the end of insecurity in the State.”
He assured Pastor Kumuyi of the cooperation of the State Government to the success of the Crusade.
Earlier in his speech, Pastor Kumuyi said that the aim of the Crusade is to bless the State and its people beyond measures.
He noted: “God is able to do all things in the lives of the people. God is loving and always ready to bless His people and that is why we are confident that He will put smiles on the faces of Niger State.”
He also used the occasion to pray for peace and security of the State.
Present in the courtesy call was the State Secretary to the Government, SSG, Ahmed Matane, the Christian Association of Nigeria, CAN, North Central Deputy Chairman, Rev. Dr. Mathias Echioda, among other dignitaries.