New Moderator Vows to Strengthen Presbyterian Church in Cameroon

    Rt Rev Miki Hans Abia, PCC 7th Moderator shortly after being instituted and inducted.

The Presbyterian Church in Cameroon (PCC) has ushered in a new era with the induction of Rt Rev Miki Hans Abia as its 7th Moderator. Abia, who took over from Very Rev Fonki Samuel, has pledged to steer the church back to its core mission of witnessing and winning souls for Christ.

During his induction ceremony on March 16 in Buea, Abia emphasized the need for unconditional reconciliation within the church. He urged clergy and laity to accommodate one another despite their flaws, stressing that true equity means offering equal opportunities to all presbyters, departments, and institutions of the churc

Abia's five-year mandate is built on three pillars: strengthening the church and its institutions, edifying believers, and consolidating the achievements of the PCC. While promising continuity with his predecessor's vision, Abia assured Presbyterians that his leadership would bring new dynamism to the church.

    Former Moderator (L) Rt Rev Miki Hans (M) and Rev Ayuk Solomon (R), few hours before induction bonding.

The new Moderator also vowed to root out injustices that promote division within the PCC. "We must be intentional about justice and equity, shunning vices like favoritism, discrimination, and godfatherism," he said.

    Synod Clerk, Rev Ayuk Solomon (L) and PCC Moderator Rt Rev Miki Hans (R).

Abia's leadership team includes Rev Ayuk Solomon Eta, who was inducted as the 12th Synod Clerk of the PCC. Eta, a seasoned pastor and administrator, is expected to play a key role in implementing Abia's vision for the church.

   Cross section of guests during induction service in Buea.

As Abia begins his tenure, he faces the challenge of uniting a church that has been affected by conflicts and divisions. However, with his emphasis on reconciliation, justice, and equity, Presbyterians are hopeful that the church will experience a new era of growth and renewal under his leadership.

*About the New Moderator*

Rt Rev Miki Hans Abia was born on November 13, 1966, in Tombel. He hails from the Meta tribe in Momo Division of the North West Region. Abia holds a Bachelor's Degree in Theology and a Master's Degree in Systematic Theology. He is married to Viviane Afor Miki with four children.

*About the New Synod Clerk*

Rev Ayuk Solomon Eta was born on August 2, 1977. He holds a Master's Degree in Theology from the Presbyterian University of Central Africa, PUCA. Eta is married to Martha Ayuk with three children.