By Philomina Attah
The Primate of the All Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Rev’d Henry Ndukuba, has urged Nigerians to trust in Divine intervention amidst the country’s economic and social challenges.
Speaking on the sidelines of the 2025 Divine Commonwealth Conference (DIVCCON) in Abuja, Primate Ndukuba acknowledged the palpable despair in the land but urged citizens to hold onto faith.
The theme of this year’s Synod, “And the Lord remembered,” was described by the Cleric as “very apt and fitting to our situation in the country.”
Ndukuba acknowledged the difficulties faced by many Nigerians, including inflation, unemployment, health issues, and infertility.
He, however encouraged Nigerians to hold onto their faith, citing God’s promise never to forget or forsake His people.
“God will remember us. He will not leave us. His own timing may not be our timing, but He will surely intervene.”
The Primate called on Nigerians to radically trust in God, warning against the dangers of seeking shortcuts and putting faith in worldly idols.
“People are going for shortcuts. They put their trust in horses and chariots, but I want you to know that Nigeria will not continue like this. God will remember us.”
Ndukuba expressed his conviction that Nigeria’s fortunes will change when God’s people trust in Him and seek His guidance.
He cited the success of Nigerians in foreign lands, attributing it to the level playing field and merit-based systems that prevail in those countries.
“Why do we fail in Nigeria? It is because of corruption. It is because of the weaponisation of religion.
The Primate attributed Nigeria’s problems to systemic corruption and selfish leadership, lamenting that those in power prioritise their own interests over the welfare of the people.
“The rulers are driven by self-interest, exploiting every opportunity for personal gain, whereas in other countries, merit and integrity are the guiding principles.
He highlighted the stark contrast between Nigeria’s struggling economy and the success of Nigerians abroad, where a level playing field allows them to thrive.
He explained that the DIVCCON conference was particularly significant as it provided an “open table” for all Nigerians archbishops, bishops, clergy, laity, and even those from other denominations to collectively seek God’s face.
The Primate assured that God would remember Nigeria in its trying times.
“We are encouraging every citizen of Nigeria, that as God remembered the people of old in their trying times, God will remember us. He will never leave or forsake us,” he said.
The Primate cautioned that God’s intervention may not come in the expected form or timing, but based on scriptural evidence, He will undoubtedly act.
“His own timing may not be our timing. His own way may not be our way.
“But, as we have seen Him in the scriptures intervene in individuals’ lives, in families’ lives, and in nations, we are believing Him that He will also intervene in our nation,” Primate Ndukuba said.
The Anglican leader did not shy away from diagnosing the root causes of Nigeria’s problems, pointing a finger squarely at systemic corruption and the failure of leadership.
“The people who rule us are people who hate the welfare of the people because they are there for themselves.
“Every opportunity they have, they mobilise it for themselves,” he lamented.
The News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) reports that the annual conference provides a space for members of the church and the wider public to gather for spiritual renewal, reassurance, and reflection, especially in a period where many citizens are grappling with hardship.(NAN)
Edited by Rotimi Ijikanmi
