By Rotimi Famakin
For Nigeria to reclaim its leadership position in the global community, political leaders must view their offices as a call to stewardship.
Senior Pastor of Harvesthouse Christian Centre, HCC, Akobo, Ibadan, Reverend Gbeminiyi Eboda, made this assertion during a news briefing held at the Alpha Cathedral auditorium of the church ahead of an evening of prayer and praise scheduled for Wednesday, January 22, 2025.
Reverend Eboda expressed deep concern over Nigeria’s stagnation despite its abundant natural resources, attributing its struggles to poor governance and failed social and economic policies.
He highlighted issues such as insecurity, inflation, and the dilapidation of public infrastructure, emphasizing the need for both leaders and citizens to embrace their roles as key stakeholders in nation-building, rather than leaving the task to a select few.
“We need to treat everything as if it is our own. We must develop a sense of stewardship and stop relying on a few individuals to build the nation. Every citizen must see themselves as a stakeholder. Only then can our nation become a better place,” Reverend Eboda said.
Addressing the severe economic challenges faced by Nigerians, which he attributed to political shortcomings; Reverend Eboda urged political leaders to fulfil their campaign promises.
“Those in leadership positions must see their roles as a call to serve. They should prioritize the electorate over the interests of a few sponsors. “Leaders should lead by example. They must sacrifice and deal with the fifth columnist”, he stated.
Despite these challenges, the cleric commended the resilience and unity of Nigerians, expressing optimism for a brighter future.
Reverend Eboda also spoke about the upcoming prayer and praise event, Night of Mercy, scheduled to run from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Alpha Cathedral, Police Bus Stop, Akobo, Ibadan.
According to him, the program, based on divine inspiration, was deliberately planned for the start of the year to ensure a smooth and successful 2025.
This fourth edition of the program will feature renowned gospel artist Bidemi Olaoba.
Reverend Eboda noted that the event is open to both Christians and people of other faiths, with adequate arrangements made for security and traffic management.
For those unable to attend in person, the program will be streamed live on Facebook, YouTube, and other social media platforms.
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