Catholic Bishop of Uyo, Rev John Ayah has lauded a PDP guber aspirant in the state Obong Ide Idemeko for his meritorious service to the nation and church during his time at ExxonMobil.
He has also called for cessation to the ongoing war in Ukraine and various conflicts going on in different parts of Nigeria saying that the world would be a better place when people relate with each other with good heart.
Ayah who made this known at a thanksgiving by Idemeko to celebrate his retirement from ExxonMobil called for peace and love among Nigerians as Christ admonished Christians and lovers of God describing the celebrant as a great achiever who navigated through his career in Exxon Mobil without blemish.
Idemeko, the Bishop said has supported the Church and humanity and urged him to continue his philanthropic gesture towards humanity, the church and the state as his reward will come from God.
Speaking at the occasion, the foremost guber aspirant expressed thanks to God for His faithfulness all through his life journey.
“I have served 30 years plus in Exxon Mobil, God provided enough for me to take care of my family and several others and further impact positively on my community from same source of income.” He stated.
Idemeko recalled that several people whom he started the journey with at the oil conglomerate has departed for eternity and prayed for the repose of their souls.
“So many of my colleagues who started the job with me the same day did not live to see their prime and retirement but here I am today back to my people in good health, very strong and ever ready to take up more challenges in life.
“Look around me, my wife is here and we had four children without any complication. Today three of them are already graduates with one still in the University; we thank God for his favors.” He said.
He thanked the church for their support for him and his family and pledged to continue to work for God and humanity through his modest contributions to the growth of the Church.
