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C&S prelate lauds Primate Ndukuba’s exemplary ministerial, leadership quailities

The Prelate of the Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim Worldwide, Baba Aladura David Bob-Manuel (Moses Orimolade IX), has commended the primate of all Nigeria, Most Reverend Henry Ndukuba for his exemplary ministerial work through his time as a priest and bishop in northern Nigeria, and his leadership qualities as a primate of the Anglican Communion.

Most Eminence Bob-Manuel made this recommendation during his address when he led a delegate on a courtesy visit to the headquarters of the Church of Nigeria, St. Mathias House in Abuja.

“We are aware of the long years of service by Your Grace particularly in the Northern part of Nigeria, serving in Kano State, teaching in Zaria, working in the mission field of Church planting and evangelism, raising of lay and pastoral leadership and discipleship, providing support for the stability of the Church of God in turbulent times, all of which saw to your worthy consecration as the first bishop of the Diocese of Gombe, subsequently as the Archbishop of the Anglican Province of Jos and now the Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion.”

He noted that the impact of Archbishop Ndukuba modeled his records of service, the establishment of peaceful coexistence and community development with communities and leaders in Gombe State. His indelible footprint as a biblical scholar, teacher, master liturgist, pastor, an accomplished evangelist, and a prolific writer is second to none.

Meanwhile, Baba Aladura highlighted the historical connection between the eternal sacred order of the Cherubim & Seraphim Church and the Anglican Church and also underscored the significance of the courtesy visit.

He declared “For the ESOCS Church, we are committed, and we shall be seeking your hands of fellowship as we continue to invest our time, talents, and treasures towards the betterment of humanity, the unstoppable growth of the Church of God, and overall advancement of God’s Kingdom here on earth.”

He noted that the Anglican Church, which was also commonly known as the CMS Church is a foundational Church in Nigeria where all others came out from and this has helped in the propagation of the gospel in Nigeria and Africa.

Baba Aladura also used the visit to officially invite Primate Ndukuba to grace the event of the Centenary celebration of the ESOCS Church, which will be taking place in 2025, he further stated that the courtesy visit is a part of the countdown activities in utmost readiness for the centennial celebration of the Cherubim & Seraphim Church Worldwide (1925-2025).

In his response, Primate Henry Ndukuba appreciated the visit of the leader and delegate of the Eternal Sacred Order of the Cherubim and Seraphim Worldwide, noting that God has been using the Church to bring spiritual reawakening and revival through prayer movement which is steering the heart of men towards God.

He stressed that he was excited about the task of mission that is taken seriously and the ecumenical spirit that they are expanding in Nigeria and beyond. He further declared that C&S is still one of the children of the Anglican Communion and always welcomed to her parent.

Primate Ndukuba also promised that such and more of this ecumenism is always welcomed and appreciated for the unity of the body of Christ. He confirmed there will be future collaborations among both churches, also he encouraged and prayed for them to continue the good work they have begun.

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