The Anglican Communion has bestowed on Nigeria’s Minister of State for Labour and Employment, Barr. Nkeiruka Onyejeocha, the Knighthood of Saint Mary the Mother of Jesus (KSM) in honour of her contributions to the Church and society.
The investiture took place at the Anglican Church of Favour Eluama Isuikwuato LGA of Abia, Nigeria, and was presided over by the Anglican Bishop of Isuikwuato-Umunneochi, His Lordship, Rt. Rev’d Prof. Prince C.C. Anyim JP, GDJ.
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In his admonition to the Knight Elects, the Anglican Bishop of Aba, His Lordship Rev. Christian C. Ugwuzor JP, urged them to be good soldiers of God. He reminded them that they had been carefully selected for the honour because of their contributions to the Church and society, and he encouraged them to continue to uphold and continue their good deeds.
He also reminded them that their investiture was a call to continue serving the Lord with boldness and commitment, even in the face of turmoil and temptation.
Dignitaries at the service included the Mother of the Anglican Diocese of Isuikwuato-Umunneochi, Mrs. Vienna Obianuju Anyim, President MU,WG ≫ Hon. Sir. Collins Ugochukwu Obi, President Council of Knights Isuikwuato -Umunneochi; and other prominent personalities.
In her response, Hon. Onyejeocha thanked the Anglican Communion for the honour and expressed her gratitude to God for all his mercies upon her.
She also expressed her gratitude to God for the victory of President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR at the Supreme Court and assured Nigerians that with the renewed Hope Agenda of President Tinubu, Nigeria will move forward.
She finally advised Nigerians to support and continue to pray for Nigeria and Mr. President for peace, unity, and progress.