The Anambra Governor, Prof Chukwuma Soludo, has asked the church to stop mounting undue pressure on politicians, especially public office holders, for money.
He said the fight against corruption would be easier fought and won if the church reduced financial pressures on government officials.
Soludo spoke at the weekend during the first Session of 13th Synod Of Anglican Diocese Of Awka at Saint Peter’s Anglican Church Agulu, Anaocha Local Government Area of the State themed, “Running the Christian Race: Implications For The Family In Perilous Times” .
The function was attended by scores of Archbishop, Bishops and other clerics and the laity.
Soludo said while the church would be pointing an accusing finger on the people over the misdemeanours in society, other fingers might be pointing in the direction of the church in the same manner.
He said part of his administration’s code of conduct included banning public donations by government officials.
Describing the church as critical partner and most important civil society group, the Governor commended the church over her support to his government, calling for sustenance of such partnership.
The Governor who noted that the body of Christ is one, condemned the resurgence of idolatry in the state ,emphasizing the importance of defining the Christian identity for the upcoming generation.
