The Redeemed Christian Church of God has said it will keep politicians at arm’s length during its forthcoming annual Holy Ghost Congress.

The Pastor in Charge, RCCG Lagos Province 12, Ola Adejubee, said this while fielding questions from journalists during a press conference to announce the annual event at the RCCG Dominion Cathedral, Gowon Estate, Egbeda, Lagos.

Adejubee, however, said President Goodluck Jonathan, would be allowed to address members who are citizens of the country, if he chose to attend the programme.

He said, “The church is for everybody. Members of all political parties are members of this church. Everything will be done for the congress not to be turned into a campaign ground. We have a reputation to protect and I want to assure the public that the platform provided by the congress will be used for the edification of the church and not political campaigns.

“However, the point must be made that if the President attends, it will be our duty as citizens of Nigeria to allow him address his people, not necessarily for campaigns. But surely, politicians will be kept at arm’s length in order for the people of God not to be distracted.”

On the traffic congestion that usually trails the event, Adejubee said efforts were on to address the situation, adding that the roads within the camp had been expanded to accommodate more vehicles.

This year’s congress, which is themed, ‘The Good Shepherd,’ will hold from Monday, December 8, to Sunday, December 14.