The Archdeacon, Ubahaeze Orodo Archdeaconry in the Anglican Diocese of Owerri and Vicar of St Paul’s Anglican Church, Ubahaeze Orodo in Mbaitoli Local Government Area, Ven Emmanuel C Agoha PHD, JP has been conferred with Media Friendly Award by Christian Voice Newspaper.
The award which was conferred on Ven Emmanuel Agoha PhD,JP on the occasion of the 25th anniversary celebration of the media outfit was in recognition of his exceptional contributions to mission work and societal transformation through his ministry, as well as his dedication which has enriched the organization and inspired many.
In an interview with newsmen shortly after receiving the award, Ven Dr Emma Agoha noted that it gives him great joy that he is a partaker of the Silver Jubilee celebration of the renowned Christian media organization which has flourished and became a source of pride for the Anglican Diocese of Owerri, and for being a recipient of the prestigious honour.
The Vicar thanked the publisher of Christian Voice Newspaper, Rt Rev Chukwuma Chinekezi Oparah PhD, JP, the Acting Editor, Amb Sir Uche Macaulay PhD, JP for finding him worthy of the honour, and for his unwavering support and encouragement as well as the staff of the newspaper organization for their relentless efforts at ensuring that the newspaper moves from strength to strength this 25 years and continue to make waves as the only stable Anglican tabloid in the state.
Ven Dr Emmanuel Agoha recalled that he has been a friend of the media and has contributed immensely towards the success of Christian Voice Newspaper, stressing that the award would spur him for more and harder work as well as continue rendering meaningful assistance to media organizations.
In his goodwill message on the occasion, the publisher, who is also the bishop of Anglican Diocese of Owerri, Rt Rev Chukwuma Opara PhD appreciated the christian faithful and readers for their continuous patronage, prayers and support which according to him have sustained the newspaper as a beacon of Christian journalism and a voice of of Truth in the land, pointing out that their loyalty and engagement have given meaning and purpose to their work.
In his remarks, the Acting Editor, Amb Sir Macaulay PhD JP emphasized that as a media organization, they have faced numerous challenges, yet by God’s grace, they continue to move on, noting that this accomplishment is a testament to the resilience and dedication of their team of supporters.
By Chibuzo Munonye
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