By Tobore Ejiro, Akure
Founder of Agape Christian Ministries and Convener of the Pentecostal Fellowship of Nigeria (PFN), Pastor Felix Adejumo, has cautioned political leaders against politicising the nation’s security challenges, stressing that the protection of lives and property must remain above partisan considerations.
Adejumo gave the warning on Thursday during the groundbreaking ceremony of the Ondo State Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) Ecumenical Centre in Akure, where he expressed concern over the persistent insecurity and killings across the country.
The cleric said political leaders must stop pretending not to understand the root causes of insecurity and take decisive action to halt the bloodshed.
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“Our leaders and politicians should not play politics with the security of lives and property in Nigeria. The blood that is being shed in this nation is crying daily and they need to bring an end to this carnage that we are seeing,” he said.
According to him, those entrusted with public office would be held accountable if they fail to address the activities of individuals and groups making life unbearable for Nigerians.
Also speaking at the event, the Catholic Bishop of Ondo Diocese, Jude Arogundade, urged residents not to panic over security concerns, assuring them that security agencies were actively working to maintain peace and safety in the state.
Arogundade called on citizens to remain vigilant and support security efforts by reporting suspicious activities in their communities.
“You don’t have to panic. Nobody can destroy this country no matter how they try. If you see something, say something, so that we may work together to secure our country and our land,” he said.
The bishop noted that security operatives, hunters and local security networks were actively monitoring communities, forests and border areas to prevent criminal activities.
He described the proposed Ecumenical Centre as a symbol of Christian unity, saying the project would foster collaboration among denominations and strengthen the Christian faith in the state.
“The Ecumenical Centre is where we can come together and talk together because if we do not talk, we cannot understand where each person is coming from,” he stated.
Ondo State CAN Chairman, Rev. Fr. Olorunfemi Ologunwa, said the facility was being built on a solid foundation and would become a landmark project for Christians in the state.
He disclosed that the Minister of Interior, Olubunmi Tunji-Ojo, played a significant role in the project by sponsoring the acquisition of the 14-plot site and providing funds for the commencement of construction.
According to Ologunwa, the minister responded positively after learning that the Christian body lacked a permanent conference and worship centre.
“He asked if we had land and I said no. He immediately directed us to look for land and sponsored its purchase. He has also supported the commencement of the building project,” Ologunwa said.
He expressed confidence that the project would be completed within a short period, noting that engineers, architects and other professionals were already supervising construction work.
The CAN chairman added that the centre would serve as a venue for worship, fellowship and continuous prayers for Nigeria while promoting Christian unity and national development.
Representing the Minister of Interior, Rev. Jacob Olajide Bada reaffirmed Tunji-Ojo’s commitment to the project, describing it as a platform that would promote faith, unity and national transformation.
According to him, the minister believes sincere worship and prayers remain critical to Nigeria’s progress and restoration.
“The minister is promising his support for this project because he believes in it. He knows that when the worship of God is in order and people serve God with sincere hearts, we are serving a Lord that answers prayers,” Bada said.
He expressed optimism about Nigeria’s future, saying the nation’s lost glory would be restored.
“There is no country like Nigeria. There have been prophecies since 1926 that the glory of the Lord over Nigeria will unfold at the fullness of time, and we are very close to that moment,” he stated.
Bada added that the Ecumenical Centre would function as a prayer hub where Christians would continually intercede for the nation and seek divine intervention for its development and prosperity.
