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Bishop Olumakaiye urges Nigerian youth to stay focus on nation building

Bishop Humphrey

Diocesan Bishop of the Diocese of Lagos, (Anglican Communion) Rt. Rev. Humphrey Olumakaiye, has urged Nigerian youth to stay focus on the task of nation building, as he calls for continued prayers to promote peace, unity, as well as socio-economic and political development of the country.

Olumakaiye stated this at the Annual Lenten Talk, Coral Renditions and Breaking of Fast recently held at the Island Club, Onikan Lagos.

According to the bishop, Nigerian youth, especially the unemployed, should remain focused so as to transform the nation. “Nigerian youth must be focused; they should walk on the path of dignity of labour, because there is reward when we walk on that path; God created us to make impact.

“The youth should try to engage in things that can better their lives so that their future will be improved, rather than wait for the government. They should think of what they can contribute to the society to make Nigeria great, they should shun greed and other vices so that God will bless the works of their hands,” said Olumakaiye.

However, in his message to the nation, the Anglican bishop of Lagos said Nigerians should be united to make life worth living for others, and make positive impact in the society.

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“We should imbibe the spirit of Christ, and that is total love and sacrifice, and we should strive to be our brother’s keeper.

“A praying nation is a great nation; we should walk on the path of righteousness, honesty, and sincerity,” said Olumakaiye stating that Nigeria would only overcome the current challenges through fervent prayers.

“Easter reminds us of the suffering, the death, and the resurrection of Jesus Christ, our saviour. The Christian faith hinges on resurrection. It is believed that if there was no resurrection, there would be no Christianity,’’ said Olabanji Oladapo, the chairman of Island Club.

According to Oladapo, the Lenten talk is one of the ways the Island Club is celebrating the 100 years existence of the Lagos diocese of the church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion. “The Centenary celebration (100 years of existence) of Lagos diocese has started and we are happy to be part of the celebration especially with this Lenten talk being delivered. We say hearty congratulations to our lord bishop and the entire church of God,” said Oladapo stating that lent is one of the most important times of the year for Christians around the world.

SEYI JOHN SALAU