November 8, 2026November 8, 2026
As the 2027 basic elections approach, Bishop of Ogoja Diocese, Anglican Communion, Rt. Rev. Ifeanyi Akunna, has actually encouraged Nigerians to make educated options on the leaders to choose, stating the choices they make would form the future of the nation.
The Bishop made the call in a declaration released from the Cathedral Church of St. Peter, Ogoja, Cross River State.
He stated, “As another election techniques, Nigerians should be careful of political leaders who all of a sudden keep in mind the bad and the grassroots just throughout election projects.
“They include bags of rice, food products, well-being plans and envelopes consisting of 5,000 or more, pretending to like individuals,” he kept in mind.
Continued the Bishop, “True love for individuals is shown through great governance, not seasonal kindness. After winning elections, numerous vanish, deserting the exact same individuals whose votes brought them to power. They just return 4 years later on with bags of rice and envelopes packed with cash.
“Nigerians, please be better! Do not trade your future which of your kids for momentary satisfaction. A bag of rice can not ensure 4 years of security, quality education, health care, job opportunity, financial advancement, continuous electrical power and great governance,” he warned.
“The Bible states in Proverbs 29: 2, that ‘when the exemplary are in authority, individuals rejoice: however when the wicked beareth guideline, individuals grieve. In Exodus 18: 21 the Scripture teaches us to pick capable leaders who fear God, like fact and hate deceitful gain,” observed the Bishop.
Pricing estimate from Proverbs 14: 34, the Diocesan advised that “Righteousness honored a country: however sin is a reproach to any individuals,” worrying, “as we approach the upcoming elections, let us prayerfully and deliberately take a look at the character, proficiency, stability and performance history of those looking for political workplaces.”
He kept in mind that Nigeria should have leaders who will serve the individuals throughout their period, “not political leaders who keep in mind individuals just throughout projects.”
Bishop Akunna warned, “Good governance is your right, not a favour. Your vote is your voice. Utilize it sensibly,” even as he hoped God to “give Nigerians the knowledge to make exemplary options and raise leaders after His own heart.”
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