ECWA Launches Appeal Fund for Museum, Archives

The Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Kalorgu, Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State has organised a fundraising of over N300 million for the construction of a historical museum and archives. Speaking at the event held at ECWA John Hall Memorial Church, Chairman of the Museum Building Committee, Professor Saliba James, said the multi-million-naira […]

The Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA) in Kalorgu, Kaltungo Local Government Area of Gombe State has organised a fundraising of over N300 million for the construction of a historical museum and archives.

Speaking at the event held at ECWA John Hall Memorial Church, Chairman of the Museum Building Committee, Professor Saliba James, said the multi-million-naira project was aimed at preserving historical artifacts brought by the Christian missionaries over a century ago.

He explained that the project will preserve other valuable relics left behind by the missionaries, in addition to perimeter fencing and construction of three access roads to the Church.

Prof. James described the ancient Kalorgu area of Kaltungo LGA as a cradle of Western education in the area, noting that it served as an early missionary base from which educational activities spread to other communities in Tangale-Waje and across present Gombe state.

The guest speaker, Rev. Isaac Laudarji, described the project as a landmark initiative that will provide future generations with the opportunity to learn about their history and appreciate important historical artifacts.

He referred to the museum project as a giant undertaking that will help preserve the church’s heritage, culture and historical legacy.

In his remarks, Pastor Cornelius Ishaku of ECWA John Hall Memorial Church, called on church members and other well-wishers not to underestimate the value of their contributions toward the work of God.

He said students studying theology from various universities are visiting the church to conduct research and study its historical sites, adding that the completion of the museum project will further boost educational and historical tourism in the area.

Earlier, the Mai of Kaltungo, Engr. Saleh Mohammed, has described the Tangale people as a community known for unity, peaceful coexistence, and mutual respect, regardless of religious differences.

He commended the church for its foresight in embarking on the project and urged members of the community to support it, emphasising that no contribution is too small when made for a worthy cause.