Nigeria calamity is summontable -Aladekugbe.

The Bishop of the Diocese of Ibadan North, The Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion, Rt Rev Williams Oluwarotimi Aladekugbe has given succor to Nigerians by assuring them that the present calamities facing the country will soon fade away.

 

The Bishop gave the admonition message during the opening ceremony of the 2nd session of the 9th synod held at St Paul's Anglican church, Yemetu, Ibadan.

The message was contained in the press release issued and signed by the Diocesan Communicator, Comrade Ayoade Solomon Olugbemiga shortly after the opening ceremony of the synod.

The Bishop assured the congregation that the present calamities facing the country which include insecurity of Life and property, poverty, inflation, hunger, selfishness, corruption, hatred and injustice are seasonal and ephemeral that will soon disappear.

The clergy urged religious leaders to lead by examples, de-emphasize the worldly materials but lay much  emphasis on spiritual development, salvation and love for one another.

 

In his synod opening sermon, the invited Bishop of Ika diocese, Rt

Rev. Godfrey Ekpenisi,a guest preacher asked the congregation, who is on the Lord's side ?  According to him, features of not being at Lord's side include lust for wealth, involvement in ritual activities, being crazy for fashion and nakedness , homosexuality ,but to be on Lord's side, we should understand God's work and salvation , belief in Holy scriptures and do away with sins.

Finally, the guest preacher called on all to be born again, have faith in God,have spiritual, love, prayers and praise connections.

The synod is comprised of the Houses of Bishop, Clergy and Laity  to discuss and take decisions on the issues affecting the diocese.

The Synod which started on Thursday 23rd  will end with closing ceremony on Sunday 26th May, 2024.