No Justification For ‘Hardship’ But We’ve ‘Squandered’ God’s Gifts-Obasanjo
With the abundant resources God has given the country, Nigerians should not ordinarily face hardship, former president Olusegun Obasanjo has submitted while urging the nation’s leaders to put ‘our resources’ to good use.
Team@orientactualmags.com learned that the former president, who said this during the event held to mark the 40th anniversary of the Methodist Archdiocese of Abuja in the nation’s capital on Sunday, asserted that Nigeria has everything required to thrive.
‘As God created other nations, endowing them with resources, He similarly blessed Nigeria with numerous resources for growth.
Just as Egypt has the River Nile, Nigeria has the Rivers Niger and Benue, plus crude oil, fertile soil, and other natural resources.
I firmly believe God didn’t create Nigeria to struggle. He has given us everything we need; it’s our duty to appreciate Him, especially since many countries lack what Nigeria has’ he said.
Chief Obasanjo also emphasized the need to seek God’s hands and face in respect of the affairs of the country and its future.
‘We’ve squandered God’s gifts, but if we humble ourselves and seek Him, He will heal our land’ he added.
President Bola Tinubu, who was represented by FCT minister, Mr Nyesom Wike, commended the Methodist Church Nigeria for its commitment to social justice, education, and humanitarian outreach.
‘I celebrate the 40th anniversary of Abuja Archdiocese, a testament to the church’s enduring spirit of faith, community, and service in Abuja and 183 years in Nigeria.
The Methodist Church has significantly contributed to our nation’s development through social justice, education, and humanitarian efforts, transforming lives nationwide’ the president submitted in his goodwill message.
He has also commended the church for promoting peace and unity.
‘As leaders, we acknowledge our responsibilities and commitment to overcoming obstacles. I call upon you to persist in your compassionate mission, as united efforts are crucial to addressing our national challenges’ he said.
In his message titled ‘Our Appreciation and Gratitude to God’ Methodist Church Prelate, Dr Oliver Aba, emphasized the importance of appreciating God amidst challenges.
Citing Luke 17:15-17, he referenced the 10 lepers healed by Jesus, with only one returning to thank God.
‘Everyone has a reason to seek God. Nigeria, calm down; there’s light at the end of the tunnel. We have a Promised Land to look forward to’ he added.
President Tinubu, former Head of State, retired General Yakubu Gowon, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, Dr Goodluck Jonathan, and others were honoured with the Knights of John Wesley awards during the event-Team@orientactualmags.com Do you have any information you wish to share with us? Do you want us to cover your event or programme? Kindly send SMS to 08059100286, 09094171980 or get in touch via orientactualmag@gmail.com. Thank you-
