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Prayers
Omu-Aran (Kwara) Jan. 21, 2018 (NAN) An Evangelist, Rev. Olayiwola Abegunde says Nigeria needs divine intervention to enable it overcome its numerous challenges.
Abegunde said this during a special prayer session in Omu-Aran, Irepodun Local Government Area of Kwara.
He said the spate of renewed killings by insurgents, ethnic militia, communal clashes and herdsmen attacks among others were threat to the nation’s stability.
The cleric urged Nigerians to pray fervently for the country, adding that prayers could conquer all odds.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the prayer session was fourth in the series tagged: “Omu-Aran for Christ”. The prayer sessions are geared toward seeking socioeconomic development for the community.
The prayer with the theme: “Return of Zion’’, was organised by the UK/Northern Ireland chapter of the Celestial Church of Christ (CCC).
According to him, such divine intervention is critical toward ensuring the sustenance of the country’s democratic system come 2019.
He emphasised that both the nation’s leaders and the led must unite in seeking lasting solution to the nation’s socioeconomic and security challenges.
The pastor advised politicians to promote tolerance and peaceful co-existence among Nigerians, irrespective of their religious or political affiliations to ensure peace, progress and political stability in the country.
“Such prayers coupled with unity and tolerance will ensure smooth transition and sustenance of our cherished democratic system,” he said.
Abegunde also used the opportunity to condole the community on the death of Oba Charles Ibitoye and charged the people to intensify prayers for peaceful succession to the throne.
He prayed for the repose of the soul of the late monarch.
Earlier, Evangelist John Babalola, CCC Oko chapter, in a sermon urged the congregation to always put their trust in God, especially in their daily activities.
“We as humans will one day account for our deeds, either good or bad, hence the need for us to be guided by God in all our dealings,” he said.
Chief Festus Awoniyi, the Petu of Omu-Aran, who represented the Olomu-in-council, commended the organiser for its foresight.
“It is our hope and belief that the prayers offered today for individuals, groups and the community will attract God’s favour,” he said.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the highlight of the programme was the offering of special prayers for growth, progress and development of the community, the state and the country in general. (NAN)
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Edited by Joan Nwagwu/Ese E. Ekama