Disunity, The Reason Isoko Nation Is Trailing Behind Other Ethnic Groups – Bishop Aruakpor

By Ukoni Isaiah

The Bishop of the Diocese of Oleh, Anglican Communion, Rt. Revd Bishop Usiowoma Aruakpor has stated that disunity is amongst the reasons the Isoko ethnic nationality is trailing behind other ethnic groups in the state.

He said this while delivery his charge last Friday during the 2nd Session of the 8th Synod of the Oleh Diocese of the Anglican Communion at St. Paul Anglican Church, Ozoro Isoko North Local Government Area of Delta State.

According to him, “It is painful and atrocious to see Isoko trailing behind other ethnic nationalities in the state. Isoko as an ethnic nationality is not where she is supposed to be; no thanks to high level of disunity, lack of regard, lack of trust and established leadership among the political class in spite of all the efforts of the Isoko Church Leaders Forum and Isoko Development Union (IDU).

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Bishop Aruakpor stated that disunity has made the beloved Isoko land to loose out in so many fronts.

While calling on Isoko political leaders to bridge the gap and throw away greed and selfishness and take up the interest of Isoko as their central concern.

On the insecurity in the country, Bishop Aruakpor urged the Isoko people to be vigilant.

“It is erroneous for anybody to think that these bandits/ unknown gunmen are far from us. There is need to build up a tight security network across the land.

He reiterated that, churches should also be very concerned with the security of their congregation especially during services.

He added: “We appeal to our traditional rulers and community leaders to beware of those they welcome to their domains, noting that, a stitch in time saves nine.”

He also extolled the developments among Christians in Isoko land, appreciating the roles of Isoko Church Leaders Council, Isoko Christian Association, and lately Isoko Pastors Forum, saaying: “This is a positive movement which portends a bright future for Isoko nation.”

He therefore urged all Isoko Christians to close ranks and work together in unity to achieve great things for Isoko nation.