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Cleric seeks end to insecurity, urges prayers ahead 2027 elections

From The Punch · () English

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  • Archbishop Gimbright Adaigho urged governments to intensify efforts against insecurity and economic challenges ahead of the 2027 general elections.
  • He called on Christians to remain steadfast and pray for divine inspiration for leaders to find solutions to the nation's problems.
  • The call came during the consecration of Ovye John Attah as the new Bishop of Threshing Floor Watchman Assembly in Nasarawa State, with a focus on holiness, unity, and evangelism.

Archbishop Gimbright Adaigho has called on governments at all levels to intensify efforts in tackling insecurity and economic challenges, particularly with the 2027 general elections on the horizon. Speaking in Lafia, Nasarawa State, during the consecration of Ovye John Attah as the new Bishop of Threshing Floor Watchman Assembly, Adaigho stressed the need for prayers and divine intervention.

As Christians, we should continue to pray so that God Almighty can give inspiration to those occupying government positions to enable them find solutions to the issues of insecurity and economic challenges.

โ€” Archbishop Gimbright AdaighoThe Archbishop urged Christians to pray for divine guidance for government leaders to address national challenges.

Adaigho, who is the General Overseer of the church, urged Christians to remain steadfast amidst the nation's current difficulties. He emphasized that Nigeria needs more intercessors than politicians at this time to guide the people through their numerous challenges. "As Christians, we should continue to pray so that God Almighty can give inspiration to those occupying government positions to enable them find solutions to the issues of insecurity and economic challenges," he stated.

The Archbishop described the newly consecrated Bishop Attah as a tested servant of God, highlighting that his elevation would further unite church members and Christians. He admonished the new bishop and other ministers to pursue holiness, unity, and evangelism to win more souls for Christ. Bishop Attah pledged to uphold the church's mandate of watching, praying, and preaching the word of God, stating his assignment is to watch over the flock and ensure the church remains a place where destinies are transformed.

My assignment is simple: to watch over the flock, raise watchmen for the nation, and ensure that the Threshing Floor remains a place where destinies are transformed.

โ€” Bishop Ovye John AttahThe newly consecrated Bishop outlined his mission and commitment to his new role.

The event also saw goodwill messages from other religious leaders, including Rev. Sunday Emmah, Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria in Nasarawa State. Emmah congratulated Bishop Attah, urging him to promote peace and unity among Christians. He described the occasion as a significant milestone and a divine appointment, recognizing Attah's steadfast faith and commitment to the gospel.

I, Very Rev Dr Sunday A. Emmah (JP), Chairman of the Christian Association of Nigeria, Nasarawa State Chapter, extend my heartfelt congratulations and warmest goodwill to Apostle Dr. John Ovye Attah on his well deserved elevation, ordination, enthronement and installation into the sacred office of Bishop.

โ€” Rev. Sunday EmmahThe Nasarawa State CAN Chairman congratulated the new bishop on his elevation.
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