God Didn’t Create Nigeria To Struggle – Obasanjo
1 min readFormer President Olusegun Obasanjo has emphasized that God has endowed Nigeria with numerous resources for growth, stating that it is not God’s plan for the country to struggle economically.
He made this statement at the Methodist Archdiocese of Abuja’s 40th anniversary celebration in Abuja.
Obasanjo highlighted Nigeria’s abundant natural resources, including the Rivers Niger and Benue, crude oil, fertile soil, and other natural resources.
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He urged leaders, clergy, and citizens to pray for the country’s healing, acknowledging that Nigeria’s current situation isn’t God’s fault.
“We’ve squandered God’s gifts, but if we humble ourselves and seek Him, He will heal our land,” he added. President Bola Tinubu, represented by the Minister of the Federal Capital Territory, Nyesom Wike, commended the Methodist Church Nigeria for its commitment to social justice, education, and humanitarian outreach.
In his goodwill message, Tinubu praised Methodist Church Nigeria for its pioneering role and impactful vision. “I celebrate the 40th anniversary of Abuja Archdiocese, a testament to the church’s enduring spirit of faith, community, and service in Abuja and 183 years in Nigeria,” he said.