concern over rising cases of human trafficking and illegal migration.
He said such development was surprising considering the increasing
number of Churches in the society.
Oba Ewuare II, stated this when he received the Spiritual Leader and
General Overseer of Spirit and Life Family Bible Church, Apostle
Deb'rah Eunice Gordon-Osagiede, in his palace in Benin.
He stated that reports indicated that some church leaders were
encouraging human trafficking and illegal migration, instead of
discouraging encouraging it.
"There is an increasing rate of crime and other anti-social vices in
the society even with the proliferation of churches in the country,
that is an indication that there is no fear of God in the people.
"Church leaders should help discourage illegal migration and
trafficking of the youths, as the Palace would continue to align with
government to eradicate the menace in the society.
"I commend the work of the Federal Government and International
Organisation on their effort to expose the illicit trade and rescue
Nigerians subjected to inhuman treatment in Libya.
"The Oba Ewuare II Foundation has been established to meet the needs
of the poor and less privileged in the society. It is the desire of
the Palace to make Edo State destination of choice for everyone by
ensuring safety of lives and property," he said.
The Oba further stated that the Palace would collaborate with security
agencies to reduce the crime in the state and make it attractive for
investors.
Apostle Gordon-Osagiede, said she was in the Palace to acknowledge the
good works of the Oba since he ascended the throne, especially the
abolition of the Community Development Association (CDA)
"I commend the Monarch for the peace and tranquility in the Kingdom,
and hope that during the reign of Oba Ewuare II, the Kingdom would
experience more peace, progress and development," she said.
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