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 while delivering his Presidential Charge during the Synod of the Diocese held at Ezira, Orumba South Local Government Area of Anambra State.
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.
Also speaking, Chancellor of Aguata Diocese Justice Pete Obiora called for a strong collaboration between the clergy and laity in raising a godly generation.
He commended Bishop Ezeofor for being an epitome of humility in his episcopacy, urging those in leadership positions to always lead by example.
Some Synod delegates, Sir Obiora Okeke who is president of Aguata council of Knights and Lady Ngozi Ike called on Christians to always maintain their pride as the salt and light of the earth in order to continue winning souls for Christ.
