ECWA Lays Foundation for Historic Museum, Archive in Kaltungo

By Danjuma Auta

The Evangelical Church Winning All, ECWA, has laid the foundation for a museum and an archive in Kaltungo to preserve the legacy of missionaries who served in the region.

The ceremony was held at ECWA John Hall Church, Kaltungo, and attracted government officials, traditional rulers, church leaders and other dignitaries.

Chairman of the Building and Archive Committee, Prof. James Saliba, said Kaltungo occupies a special place in church history because of the work of ECWA missionaries.

He said the museum and archive will help younger generations appreciate the labour of the faithful.

Saliba thanked the church for the opportunity to serve, noting that the mission has contributed to the community in areas including education, healthcare and social amenities. He pledged the commitment of the committee to see the project completed.

Gombe State Commissioner for Culture and Tourism, Hon. Moses Kyari, commended ECWA for the initiative, describing it as a bold step to preserve historical monuments linked to missionary work in Gombe State and environs.

Kyari, who is also Secretary of the Project Committee, said the state government welcomes the initiative. According to him, the government will support efforts to ensure its realization. He said he is a beneficiary of the work of the founding missionaries of SIM/ECWA.

The Mai Kaltungo, His Royal Highness Alhaji Engr. Sale Mohammadu, described the impact of SIM/ECWA in Kaltungo as remarkable and commendable.

He said his aspiration to become a pilot was inspired by his early contact with the missionaries. He added that the Kaltungo Traditional Council appreciates ECWA for its contributions to the community and pledged the council’s support for the project.

Zonal Trustee, Rev. Dr. Isaac Laudarji, said ECWA Trustees welcome initiatives that keep the light of the gospel burning. He called on members to support the project and to assist in assembling artefacts for the museum.

ECWA Assistant General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Sunday Congo, who represented the ECWA Headquarters, said the current leadership is intentional about preserving the history of missionaries and the church.

He assured the committee of the support of the headquarters and disclosed that ECWA has an archive unit at its headquarters. He urged all District Church Councils with historical sites and monuments to liaise with the unit for proper documentation and preservation.

Highlights of the event included the laying of the foundation stone and prayers for the success of the project.

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