The need for federal government of Nigeria to address the numerous socio-economic challenges confronting the nation forms the focal point of the charge by the Bishop of Ibadan North Anglican Diocese of the Anglican Communion, The Most Reverend, Dr Segun Okubadejo at the 8th Synod of the diocese.

The Most Reverend Okubadejo lamented the high level of insecurity, devaluation of currency fueling inflation, and epileptic power supply in the country.

The cleric who condemned the incessant strike by members of the Academic Staff Union of Universities, ASUU and the lackadaisical attitude of federal government to the demands by the union, denounced borrowing culture of government.

The bishop who is also the Synod President encouraged federal government to encourage domestic small scale industries so as to end continued borrowing.

The Most Reverend Okubadejo said government should provide a level playing ground for the 2023 election by ensuring non-interference into the activities of the Independent National Electoral Commission, INEC.

The cleric, who commended Oyo State government for prompt payment of workers’ salaries and the implementations of developmental projects in the state, however, challenged the governor over the violent activities of the Park Management System, PMS.

The bishop, who appreciated members of the diocese for his sojourn as the archbishop of three dioceses in Ibadan, urged youths to desist from get-rich-quick syndrome.

In a goodwill message, a Senior Advocate of Nigeria, SAN, Akin Olujinmi said the security crises in the country had reached an alarming state, saying failure to address the menace portend grave danger for the nation.

High point of the event was the launch of the Bishop’s Charge.

The Most Reverend Dr Segun Okubadejo will retire on the 26th of May this year.

Rotimi Famakin