Enugu Catholic Diocese Launches Initiative To Hold Public Officials Accountable
Gideon Arinze in Enugu The Catholic Diocese of Enugu has launched an initiative to promote good governance, civic engagement and voter education, while encouraging citizens to demand accountability and quality
The Catholic Diocese of Enugu has initiated an effort to foster good governance, civic involvement, and voter education, encouraging citizens to hold elected officials accountable and demand quality representation. The initiative, named Church for Community Care and Good Governance (CCGG), was introduced by the Catholic Institute for Development, Justice and Peace (CIDJAP) on Sunday at a launch ceremony.
Project Lead Reverend Fr. Longinus Ugonwa highlighted that the initiative aims to bridge the church's connection to citizens' daily concerns such as education, healthcare, infrastructure, security, employment, youth development, and responsible leadership. CCGG is not a political entity, nor a platform for attacking political figures, but rather a commitment to truth, responsible citizenship, and the common good.
It aims to educate citizens about public issues, encourage informed questioning, evidence examination, and responsible decision-making, rather than dictating their thoughts. CCGG also seeks to facilitate constructive engagement between citizens and political leaders, asserting that informed citizens and open institutions lead to better governance.
During the launch, Enugu East Local Government Area Chairman Beloved-Dan Anike expressed his willingness to collaborate with CCGG to achieve its goals, affirming that the church cannot remain detached from governance.
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