Be patriotic, respect constituted authorities – Cleric urges Nigerians

Be patriotic, respect constituted authorities – Cleric urges Nigerians

Cleric

By Philomina Attah

Abuja, June 25, 2024 (NAN) Pastor Gabriel Aboderin, Regional Superintendent, Christ Apostolic Church (CAC), Medaiyese Region in Abuja, has called on Nigerians to be patriotic to the nation and respect its constituted authorities.

Aboderin made the call in an interview with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) on Tuesday in Abuja.

He said that in spite of the challenges facing the country, the citizens must celebrate together, be patriotic to the nation and continue to pray for its greatness.

He emphasised that the Amalgamation of Nigeria in 1914 was not a mistake

“It was an act of God for the country to be united as one indivisible entity destined to be great.

“Our being together is designed by God. And if we appreciate that, it will help us to be patriotic because without one another, we cannot survive.

“The Lord has brought us together. All that is expected from us is to be patriotic citizens.

“It is even written in the Bible, Psalm 137, that “if I forget you, Jerusalem, May my right hand forget its skill”.

“It is when we get to that level in Nigeria that we can think about our future. We need something that helps us to appreciate our togetherness.

“So, being a citizen of Nigeria should be a thing of pride to us. We are praying to God for that awareness,” he said.

Aboderin advised Nigerians to always respect constituted authorities, especially the office of the President.

While reacting to the allegations that President Bola Tinubu was snubbed by South African President Cyril Ramaphosa, during his inauguration ceremony in Cape Town, the Cleric said the claim was a lie.

“It was just a false allegation made by some Nigerians on social media.

“It is even an aberration for anyone to rejoice over any form of perceived disrepute to the Office of the President, which is a symbol, and the highest position in the country.”

He said that such attitude should not be found among patriots.

“In America, the Presidency is worshipped like an idol. After each election, they forget all their differences and work towards a common goal to make America a great nation.

“Nigerians should be looking toward quality governance; it is a terrible thing to seek to rejoice when our President is disgraced somewhere. That is an aberration no one should be identified with,” he said. (NAN)(www.nannews.ng)

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