‘Elect credible, capable political leaders come 2023’ – Archbishop Kaigama

The Archbishop of Abuja Catholic Archdiocese, Ignatius Kaigama, has called on Nigerians to elect credible and capable political leaders who can unite Nigeria beyond the narrow confines of tribe and religion.

Archbishop Kaigama stated this during the Archdiocesan Eucharistic Congress at Saint Aloysius Parish, Mpape, Abuja, Nigeria’s capital.

In his words,” Our major preoccupation during this season of politics should be to search and elect credible leaders.

“Pray and wait patiently and expectantly, but do not time God or expect instant and dramatic results.

“Other than physical healing, there is a very great need for inner healing. A sad chapter in our history as a nation that calls for the healing of memory is the unfortunate civil war, which still fills many with very sad memories that are challenging to social cohesion in the country.

“We must transcend prejudices, stereotypes, and barriers to build bridges of love and peace.”

The theme for the National Eucharistic Congress is: “Becoming the Eucharist we celebrate: a call to live as one and to serve the ‘weak.”

The Chief Shepherd reminded Nigerians of the need to shun ethnic/clannish fights, discrimination, and corruption, especially as the nation draws nearer to the 2023 general election.

S.O