By Uche Nnorom, Makurdi
The President and Founder of Faith Women Fellowship, Evangelist Lydia Idoko, has called on Nigerian politicians to approach the forthcoming electioneering season with sincerity, maturity, and decorum, urging them to place the welfare of citizens above personal interests.
Speaking on Friday during the celebration of the 40th anniversary of Faith Women Fellowship in Makurdi, Evangelist Idoko advised political leaders to be more responsive to the needs of the people and work towards alleviating the hardships faced by Nigerians.
She also urged voters to be guided by their conscience and make informed decisions during elections.
“Politicians need to reflect and be sincere to the people. They should approach this electioneering period with maturity and decorum. The experiences of life should help us mature as a people,” she said.
Addressing the electorate, she added, “They should search their conscience, discern what is right, and do the needful during elections.”
Reflecting on the ministry’s four-decade journey, Evangelist Idoko expressed gratitude to God for sustaining her and the ministry through numerous challenges, particularly following the death of her husband, the late Justice Alhassan Idoko, in 1999.
She described the 40th anniversary as a significant milestone marked by God’s faithfulness, resilience, and divine support.
“Forty years in ministry makes me feel excited and fulfilled. When my husband passed on in 1999, it seemed as though my world had collapsed, but God, in His faithfulness and mercy, sustained us,” she said.
According to her, the anniversary symbolizes a season of release, divine manifestation, and renewed strength after years of perseverance and service.
She noted that her experiences over the years had strengthened her faith and reinforced her belief that ultimate help and comfort come from God.
Also speaking at the event, the Chief Judge of the Federal Capital Territory (FCT), Justice John Tsoho, paid tribute to the late Justice Alhassan Idoko, describing him as a man who played a significant role in his judicial career.
Represented by Justice Fidelis Iortyom of the Benue State Customary Court of Appeal, Justice Tsoho recalled that the late jurist was instrumental to his elevation as a Judge of the High Court.
He commended Evangelist Idoko for her dedication and commitment to the growth of Faith Women Fellowship and praised the ministry for its sustained impact over the past 40 years.
Justice Tsoho noted that the ministry’s longevity was a testament to God’s grace and the founder’s unwavering commitment to its vision and mission.
