The Redeemed Christian Church of God, has announced the creation of the Office of Directorate of Politics and Governance to engage members who are willing to go into politics.
In a memo signed by the Assistant General Overseer in charge of Administration and Personnel, Pastor John Odesola and addressed to all pastors incharhe of regions and provinces, the office is also expected “mobilise support” for members in politics.
The memo from the Office of Directorate of Politics and Governance’ with reference number: RCCG/AGO/ADM/AA/MEMO/20/01/2022, reads; “We write to formally notify you that the mission authority has created the Office of Directorate of Politics and Governance in the RCCG. Further to this, Pastor Timothy Olaniyan (PICP Lagos Province 12) has been appointed to lead the Office.
“You are kindly requested to appoint with immediate effect a Provincial Officer for your province and also ensure that the same is done at all levels of the church – zone, area and parish. The essence of this directorate is to help coordinate the engagement of our people who are willing to be involved in politics as well as mobilize support for them when required.”