By Ukamaka Okafor, Abuja
The Archbishop, Metropolitan and Primate of the Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Most Rev. Henry Ndukuba, has expressed confidence that Nigeria will overcome any social, political, and economic challenges.
Ndukuba stated this in Abuja shortly after addressing about two hundred Bishops and church leaders at the opening of the 2025 Divine Commonwealth Conference (DIVCCON) at the National Ecumenical Centre.
He said God will intervene in the affairs of the nation at the appointed time.
According to the Primate, the annual conference provides a space for members of the church and the general public to gather for spiritual renewal, reassurance, and reflection, especially in a period where many citizens are grappling with hardship.
“This year’s theme fits the current situation in the country. Jobs. Others are battling with inflation…, and many can no longer feed their families. Some have lost their health and personal struggles,” he said.
He used the opportunity to urge Nigerians not to give in to despair despite the mounting pressures.
Archbishop Ndakuba gave assurance that the scriptures offer repeated evidence of God stepping in at critical moments in history.
“God will remember us. He will never leave us nor forsake us. His own timing may not be our timing, and His way may not be our way. But just as He intervened in the lives of individuals and nations in the past, He will intervene in Nigeria,” he assured.
Speaking further, the Primate, however, cautioned Nigerians against turning to fraudulent shortcuts or reverting to practices that undermine faith and moral values.
“Some people are going back to idols. Others put their trust in power and influence,” he cautioned.
He also expressed worry that corruption and the manipulation of religion deprive a country of progress, even though Nigerians perform optimally with their counterparts globally when given a fair platform.
“Why do our sons and daughters run to Europe, America, Canada? Where merit is recognized, Nigerians are among the best doctors, engineers, and business people,” the Cleric noted.
The Primate also advised leaders who, according to him, prioritize personal gains over public welfare to do the needful.
“Nigeria will not continue like this. When God remembers a nation, He turns things around.”
He added that things must and will change in Nigeria, to the glory of God and for the good of all.
Lateefah Ibrahim