By Newspot Nigeria News Desk
The Coordinator of the Office of the First Lady in Akwa Ibom State, Lady Helen Eno Obareki, has encouraged members of the Christian community to remain dedicated to advancing the Kingdom of God through acts of service, compassion, and development initiatives.
Lady Obareki gave the charge on Sunday, October 26, 2025, during the 2025 Association Week Thanksgiving and Fundraising Service of Qua Iboe Church, Adadiaha Road, Ikot Ekpene. The service, themed Rewards of the Faithful, brought together church associations, leaders, and guests in a celebration of faith, unity, and community building.
Represented by Mrs. Idara Ephraim Akpan, President of the Eket Senatorial District Women’s Forum, Lady Obareki praised the congregation for their dedication to the growth of the church through coordinated activities involving 13 associations. She prayed that their faithfulness in service would yield abundant blessings in due time.
She reaffirmed her commitment to supporting the vulnerable through the Golden Initiative for All (GIFA), an outreach platform under the Office of the First Lady focused on alleviating hardship among the less privileged. Lady Obareki also made a donation toward the church’s ongoing project to acquire a coaster bus.
Delivering the sermon titled The Reward of Faithfulness, the General Superintendent and Chairman of Conference of Qua Iboe Church, Rev. Ekpedeme Efanga, represented by Rev. Ifiok Otu, emphasized that staying true to one’s calling and responsibilities attracts divine rewards. He highlighted examples from Scripture including Mordecai, Ruth, and Zechariah as individuals who were honored because they remained steadfast in faith and duty.
The service featured praise and worship, intercession for church and government leaders, thanksgiving, and fundraising. The Chairman of the Church Committee, Elder Aniefiok Ataeyong, also presented a gift to Lady Obareki in appreciation of her support.
Newspot Nigeria reports that the Office of the First Lady continues to collaborate with faith-based and community organizations to promote social development across Akwa Ibom State.
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COORDINATOR A’IBOM FIRST LADYS OFFICE ENCOURAGES CHRISTIANS ON KINGDOM ADVANCEMENT
The Coordinator, Office of the First Lady, Akwa Ibom State, Lady Helen Eno Obareki, has commended members of the Christian community for their continuous efforts in promoting activities that foster human development and advance the Kingdom of God.
Lady Obareki gave the commendation on Sunday, October 26, 2025, at Qua Iboe Church, Adadiaha Road, Ikot Ekpene, during the 2025 Association Week, Thanksgiving and Fundraising Service of the Church with the theme : “Rewards of the Faithful.”
She lauded the members of the church for their commitment to the development of the church, through the week long activities which saw the 13 associations in the church actively participate in church growth events, praying that they would soon reap bountiful rewards.
Represented by the President of the Eket Senatorial District Women’s Forum, Mrs. Idara Ephraim Akpan, Lady Obareki reaffirmed her commitment to alleviating the plight of the vulnerable and less privileged through the Golden Initiative for All, GIFA.
The Coordinator who appreciated the leadership and congregation of the Qua Iboe Church for their steadfastness in serving God and humanity, also made a donation towards the purchase of a coaster bus for the church.
In a sermon, the General Superintendent and Chairman of Conference of Qua Iboe Church, Rev. Ekpedeme Efanga, represented by the Provost of the Samuel Bill Theological College, Abak, Rev. Ifiok Otu, emphasized that faithfulness in serving God yields divine rewards.
Speaking on the topic, “The Reward of Faithfulness,” Rev. Efanga explained that true faithfulness means remaining steadfast in one’s commitments, relationships and promises. He outlined the rewards of faithfulness to include preservation, blessings, provision, and protection, citing Biblical examples such as Mordecai, Ruth, and Zechariah, whose faithfulness brought them great rewards.
The service featured praise and worship, thanksgiving, intercessory prayers for the church and government leaders and a fundraising session.
The Chairman of the Church Committee, Elder Aniefiok Ataeyong presented a gift for Lady Helen Eno Obareki.
Media Unit
Office of the First Lady, AKS
October 26, 2025.
