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By Alfred Ajayi
The Bishop of Aguata Diocese, Anglican Communion, Right Reverend Samuel Ezeofor, has called on the Federal Government to take decisive measures to address worsening insecurity, corruption and economic hardship in the country.
Bishop Ezeofor made the call during a special programme of the Diocese held at Ezira, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State with the theme “God’s great task for the Church – The Great commitment: Raising a godly generation.”
The cleric regretted that Nigeria had degenerated into what he described as “an abyss of uncertainties,” marked by insecurity, corruption, economic deprivation and selfish political leadership.
According to him, the political class has become more concerned about survival and power retention than governance and citizens’ welfare.
“It is all about the survival of the political class rather than service and welfare of the people. The rate of political cross-carpeting across parties will soon leave us with a one-party state with all its disadvantages,” he said.
The Bishop lamented what he termed the absence of a vibrant opposition in the country, warning that the current political climate was unhealthy for democracy.
“There is almost at present no real and objective opposition. What we have now is toxic political maneuverings that have left the economy, social and developmental challenges of the nation with no attention,” he stated.
He warned that a one-party system could encourage authoritarianism, unchecked corruption, lack of accountability and suppression of dissenting voices.
Ezeofor further decried what he described as the abandonment of governance for early political campaigns ahead of the 2027 general elections.
“Indeed, politicians only think and talk about the next election while leaders think and talk about the next generation,” he added.
The Bishop, Diocese of Aguata Anglican Communion, also appealed to Governor Chukwuma Soludo to address the excesses of Agunechemba operatives under Operation Udo-Ga-Achi, to safeguard the achievements of outfit.
Bishop Ezeokafor also decried appointments being made by the present administration which he noted were skewed in favour of the Catholic denomination calling on the Governor to address the imbalance in future appointments.
