Arch Bishop God-Dowell Avwomakpa, the South-South chairman, Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) spoke candidly about Ex-Governor James Ibori recently:  “Ibori was the point of contact that unites government with the church. What we actually need are politicians, who would go into politics for the betterment of the land. James Ibori comes from God and as we speak, he represents another government up there. In Urhobo land, we have two people who made mighty impact. Olorogun Michael Ibru, after him, all of them went there for their pocket until the time of Brother James.”

“Some of you while in office did not even build a house for anyone, but this building that we are in here today, was actually built by Brother James, besides who believed that Brother James would come and be here with us today. Today indeed calls for joy and celebration for the people of Oghara kingdom.”