Vice President Kashim Shettima has asked the newly appointed Board of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrim Commission (NCPC) to demonstrate unwavering devotion to their duty.
Addressing the delegation who paid him a courtesy visit in the Presidential Villa yesterday, Shettima reminded the board members of the importance of religious commitment in addressing the challenges facing the country.
He also acknowledged President Bola Ahmed Tinubu’s impact on the country, attributing his success to divine blessings.
The vice president said, “The road that led us to the Tinubu presidency did not happen by chance. This is a man whose trajectory is characterised by making sacrifices for the good of the country.”
Earlier, the executive secretary of the NCPC, Bishop Stephen Adegbite, expressed gratitude to President Tinubu for the opportunity to serve.
He also commended the vice president’s exceptional leadership, recounting instances of support for the church and efforts to foster peace and harmony in Borno State.
He added that Vice President Shettima stood with the church and ensured that there was peace in Nigeria and with people of other faiths.
