From Everest Ezihe, Owerri
Sports Writers Association of Nigeria (SWAN), Imo State Chapter has thumbed up Governor Hope Uzodimma of Imo State over the appointment of Rev. Dr. Eches Divine Eches as his administration’s Special Adviser (SA) on Religious Affairs.
SWAN in a press statement issued on Sunday and endorsed by Messrs Cosmos Chukwuemeka and Tunde Liadi, the association’s Chairman and Secretary respectively observed that the appointment which is with immediate effect is contained in a press statement by the Governor’s Chief Press Secretary/ Special Adviser on Media Matters, Mr. Oguwike Nwachuku
Recall that Eches was 2013 AFCON-Winning Super Eagles Chaplain and this latest appointment came barely few days he just handed over as the Chairman, Christians Association of Nigeria (CAN), Imo Chapter, as he meritoriously served out 5 years single tenure.
The Sports Journalists while felicitating with the appointee over the well deserved political appointment, passionately enjoined him on the need for his sustainability of visionary leadership qualities by providing a formidable bridge between the Governor and all religious denominations in the State without fear or favour.
The association further advised him on the need to forster peace and harmony
among various religious groups in the State as well as unity purpose among the various religious organisations.
It’s pertinent to recall that Rev Eches was elected Chairman of CAN, Imo State in 2020, a position he relinquished this month of June following a successful hand over to a successor.
Within the 5 years he held sway as the State CAN boss, he exhibited sterling leadership qualities that earned him support and respect from all and sundry.
