Goodluck Jonathan, the former Nigerian president, addressed a synod in Abuja, expressing concern over the nation's challenges related to violence, insecurity, and moral decline. He emphasized the need for the church to continue standing as the conscience of society, defending truth and righteousness amidst worsening conditions.
Goodluck Jonathan Former President Goodluck Jonathan says killings, insecurity, and moral decline have become disturbing realities across the country. Jonathan spoke in Abuja on Saturday at the closing ceremony of the Church of Nigeria Anglican Communion diocesan synod.
The former president said Nigeria is passing through difficult times that require spiritual guidance, courageous leadership, and collective renewal.
“When we look around today, particularly at the challenges confronting our country, it is easy to become discouraged,” he said. “Violence, insecurity, moral decline, and the loss of human values have become deeply troubling realities. ” Jonathan lamented what he described as the growing normalisation of violence and killings in the country.
“Today, people are killed, communities are destroyed, and life seems to continue as though nothing has happened. This ought not to be so. ” The former president said the church must continue to defend the truth and righteousness amid the worsening insecurity and erosion of moral values.
“The church must continue to stand as the conscience of society, speaking truth, defending righteousness, and shaping lives through faith and godly example. ”He also warned about the negative influence of modern technology and information systems on society, especially among younger generations.
“The influence of modern technology and information systems, though beneficial in many ways, has also contributed to the spread of negative values, where wrong is sometimes celebrated more than good,” he said. He commended religious leaders for preserving faith, discipline, and hope despite prevailing national challenges.
“I therefore commend the church for the work it continues to do in preserving faith, discipline, family values, and hope within society. Your labour is not in vain. Even in difficult times, God will not abandon His people,” he said.
“Society progresses when men and women of integrity, courage, and vision stand in the right places and speak the truth,” he said. “We must continue to pray for our leaders, encourage one another, and work collectively for peace, justice, and national renewal. ”
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