Apostle Joshua Selman, the founder and senior pastor of Eternity Network International, also known as Koinonia Global, has donated relief materials to victims of terrorism in Plateau State.
Salman made the donations on Wednesday at the government house in Jos during a visit to the Plateau State Governor, Caleb Mutfwang.
The cleric donated relief materials and cash worth over N200 million to support victims of the recent attacks.
Mutfwang, who expressed gratitude for the visit, described the presence of the monk and his team as “a strong show of solidarity with the government and people of Plateau in a time of grief.”
He thanked God for Apostle Selman’s life and effect, calling him “a prophet with honor in his hometown,” whose influence has positively impacted many lives.
The governor also praised other members of the group, including former Executive Secretary of the Nigerian Christian Pilgrims Commission John Kennedy and Mr. Bestman Wadia, for their efforts and connections to Plateau State.
While condemning the recent attacks, Mutfwang stated that the government has offered assistance not only to afflicted Christian groups but also to certain Muslim families harmed by the violence, emphasizing the importance of togetherness and humanity across religious lines.
“We deliberately reached out to affected Muslim families as a demonstration of our love for humanity. Plateau belongs to all of us,” he said.
He also expressed gratitude for the outpouring of support and condolences from across the country and beyond, especially from President Bola Tinubu, saying that such unity has reinforced the people’s resolve.
The governor, on the other hand, told locals that steps were being made to prevent similar attacks in the future, while also encouraging them to be positive.
“If it had not been the Lord, what the devil intended would have been worse. While we mourn, we must also be grateful for what God has prevented,” he said.
Mutfwang also encouraged Plateau indigenes, both at home and abroad, to contribute to the state’s development and preservation.
“No matter what we become outside, if home is not strong, we remain vulnerable. The preservation of Plateau is a collective responsibility,” he added, describing Plateau as “a divine project that must be protected by all.”
Earlier, Apostle Selman, who was joined by, stated that the purpose of the visit was to empathize with the state and grieve with families afflicted by recent violence.
He described Plateau as “a land of great potential, rich culture, and resilient people,” but lamented the spate of violence that has plagued the state over the years.
“We came not just as ministers of the gospel, but as sons of the soil, to stand with the people in this difficult time and to encourage hope,” he said.
He urged the state government not to be discouraged despite the challenges, assuring them that their efforts would eventually yield positive results.
“Someday, we will look back and appreciate the courage and resilience of the leadership for not giving up,” he said.
Selman donated relief materials worth over N100 million, including 3,000 bags of rice and other essential items, to affected communities in collaboration with the state government and the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN).
He also announced a financial support package of N100 million to assist victims and families.
“These palliatives may not bring back the dead, but they can bring comfort to grieving families and demonstrate love and responsibility,” he said.
Selman emphasized the importance of communal effort in dealing with the situation, stating that while no single group can fix the problem alone, everyone has a role to play.
“It would be unfair to do nothing. We must all contribute in our own way to bring relief and restore hope,” he added.
