Seed of humility: Bishop Ligo

“VCC stands in the presence of God and on behalf of every Christian churches, groups and Ministries to pay its respect and salute a leader whose example every other leaders should seriously consider to follow.

“The people of Vanuatu need to know that in 2014 when he saw that Vanuatu as an Independent nation went astray from the road of self-determination and losing its integrity, he accept to take proper actions in order to create opportunity for Vanuatu to retain its national, regional and international status as an independent nation.

“Vanuatu Christian Council on behalf of every Christian Churches, Ministries and groups wish to thank the family in Futuna for producing a leader that Vanuatu will never forget.

“Thank you Mrs. Nipake Natapei for growing and shaping someone whom Vanuatu has benefited from in so many ways. Your late husband and you will be rewarded for your contributions to this nation.

“VCC also wish to thank the children and grandchildren for your support and standing close to your dad and granddad during his terms of leadership. It is the prayer of the church that God will give us all the strength and courage we need to see the days ahead of us pass and be assured of the prayers of the church throughout this time.

“In John’s Gospel Chapter 11:25-26, Jesus says 'I am the resurrection and the life, those who believe in me even though they die like everyone else will live again. They are given eternal life for believing in me and will never perish'.

“May the soul of Hon. Edward Nipake Natapei rest in Peace and Rise in Glory.

“To God Be the Glory” Bishop Ligo stated in his final address of the late Edward Nipake Natapei.