Stop Blame Game, Address Challenges Confronting The Nation – Anglican Bishop Tells Politicians

The Bishop of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Lafia Diocese in Nasarawa State, Rev. Godwin Robinson, has called on leaders at all levels to stop the blame game and focus on addressing the daunting challenges confronting the country.

He made the call on Sunday in Lafia while speaking at the synod of the church, with the theme “Repositioning to Recover.” He said the gathering also aimed at praying for God’s intervention, as well as enhancing spiritual stability and prosperity for the nation.

The bishop noted that the country was at a critical point where leadership must be defined by action, empathy, and solutions, urging the government to prioritise the welfare of citizens.

“Nigerians are tired of lamentations. The challenges we face are real, but multiplying them through blame games, division, and empty talk will not help us.

“Leaders at all levels must rise, address the issues of insecurity, poverty, economy, unemployment, and unity, and give the people hope,” Robinson added.

“Stop multiplying the burdens of the people. Instead, multiply opportunities, multiply peace, multiply development,” the bishop charged.

“When leaders act with sincerity and fear of God, the nation will heal faster.”

Bishop Robinson commended citizens for their resilience despite economic and security challenges, and prayed for peace and stability in Nasarawa State and the country.

The bishop commended Governor Abdullahi Sule for the developmental strides recorded in the state, especially road infrastructure in Lafia and other parts of the state.

“The situation of roads and other infrastructure in the state has now changed compared to 10 years ago,” he said.

Bishop Robinson also tasked leaders at all levels on inclusivity to give every tribe and religion a sense of belonging, saying doing so would guarantee peace and stability.

He stated that while Christians need to pray always, he reminded them that success comes through hard and smart work, not just prayers and fasting.

“Every Christian should pray and work hard and smartly too to succeed in their chosen endeavours,” he added.