Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Sokoto, Most Rev. Matthew Kukah, has described Christian marriage as an enduring union, ordained by God for two persons – man and woman, who have decided in love to live their lives together.
The bishop therefore, said those in such relationships should know that they are in an indissoluble union, bounded by faith, and hence should gladly make personal sacrifices in tolerance and care for each other, so that they can have a healthy, successful and rewarding life together.
Bishop Kukah was the chief celebrant at the solemnization of the sacrament of matrimony, between Victor Kii, the Rivers State Commissioner for Agriculture and his heartthrob, Mercy Mankwe at Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Chaplaincy, Catholic Institute of West Africa (CIWA), Port Harcourt, on Saturday.
Governor of Rivers State, Siminalayi Fubara attended the wedding in solidarity with his commissioner.
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In his vote of thanks, co-celebrant, Very Rev. Monsignor Pius Kii, showered commendations on the governor for his fatherly support to the family, and the numerous landmark achievements in various sectors across the state.
The priest took the opportunity to pray for the success and good health of Gov. Fubara and his administration, and urged God to protect, guide and defend him at all times.
Gov. Fubara was also presented with a 50th birthday cake and gifts by the priest on behalf of the parishioners.
Highlights of the event were the signing of the marriage register by the newly wedded couple, Victor and Mercy, and the cutting of the 50th birthday cake by the governor.
