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Sanwo-Olu Calls for Collective Effort to Address Nigeria’s Challenges |
Governor Babajide Sanwo-Olu of Lagos State has urged all Nigerians, particularly religious leaders, to unite in addressing the numerous challenges facing the country.
Sanwo-Olu made this appeal during the official opening ceremony of the 41st Bishops Council of the Methodist Church Nigeria, held at Hoare’s Memorial Methodist Cathedral in Yaba, Lagos. The event's theme was ‘Arise & Build’.
He emphasized that everyone must contribute to ensure that the efforts of the nation’s founders and past heroes are not in vain.
Represented by his Chief of Staff, Tayo Ayinde, the governor highlighted that no government can succeed without divine intervention and the support of its citizens. He added that peaceful and harmonious living would drive economic growth and prosperity for all.
“The theme for this council, ‘Arise and Build’ (Nehemiah 2:18), is timely for both the church and the nation. In the biblical passage that inspired this theme, Nehemiah and the elders of each tribe and household recognized the need to rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. The city’s walls, which once protected its inhabitants from external attacks, had been destroyed by enemies who had studied and strategized their assault, leaving the remaining citizens in a state of hopelessness.
“Motivated by his love for his country, Nehemiah sought permission to visit and rebuild the walls of Jerusalem. He was determined to achieve this great goal and successfully persuaded the elders to understand why this endeavor was essential.
“At this crucial time, both our nation and the church need visionary leaders to rise and rebuild our lost heritage, history, and shared values. Alongside these leaders, we also need men and women who believe in and support the vision of those chosen by God to guide us to the next level of greatness. The labor of our past heroes shall not be in vain,” he said.
