The Founder, New Covenant Gospel Church, Rev Felix Omobude on Sunday  took a swipe at past administrations in Edo state for their negligence in providing infrastructural development in the state just as he commended Governor Adams Oshiomhole for the on-going transformation in the state.

Rev. Omobude who made these remarks in Benin City during his homily to climax the seven-day 2010 International Convention of the Church said the on-going  infrastructural transformation in the state is the first of its kind in many years.

According to him, it is sad that some politicians refused to be agents of  positive change to make the society better, urging Christians to be agents of change wherever they find themselves.

He therefore enjoined them not to avoid politics but to remain active participants to guarantee good governance at all levels, praising the Edo state governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole for the development witnessed so far in the state.  

While advising that the present tempo of development should be sustained, the cleric said that “the only way individuals in positions of authority can make the desired impact is to strive to work in conformity with God’s word”.

He told the congregation that they should ensure that credible persons are elected into office in the 2011 general elections to guarantee good governance 

The Edo State Governor, Comrade Adams Oshiomhole who promised to sustain and improve on the on-going urban renewal drive maintained that his intention is to make a difference in the lives of Edo people through projects that will impact positively on them.

“Despite the lean finances of the state, the basic needs of the people must be addressed and all that we need from the people are prayers because we believe absolutely in God”, he added. 

Oshiomhole emphasised that his purpose of being in government is to make a positive difference in the lives of the people and pledged his commitment to sustain and improve on what is already on-going which according to him is one of the ways to appreciate Edo people for their sacrifices that brought him to power.

In another engagement, Comrade Oshiomhole was a guest at the 2010 Adult Harvest of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church, Benin City where he described the relationship existing between the church and the government as very cordial and assured that his  administration will continue to support the church to sustain the prevailing peace in the state.

The service with the theme,’ Harvest of Restoration witnessed a prayer session by dignitaries for the church and the nation, especially for a peaceful general election in 2011.