- Nigeria’s Problems Require Spiritual Solutions: Pastor Enoch Adeboye emphasizes that Nigeria’s socio-economic and security challenges demand spiritual remedies .
- Beyond Human Ability: Adeboye notes that while political leaders are making efforts, the nation urgently requires divine intervention, as the problems are beyond human ability to solve .
- Importance of Spiritual Encouragement: He stresses the need for spiritual encouragement during challenging times to prevent people from losing hope and doing desperate things .
- Divine Intervention: Adeboye believes that seeking God’s wisdom and intervention is crucial to effectively addressing Nigeria’s challenges .
- Collaboration with Government: He also emphasizes the importance of collaboration between religious leaders and the government to find solutions to the country’s problems .
Oba Abdulrosheed Akanbi, the Oluwo of Iwoland, believes that Nigeria’s current economic struggles require divine intervention. He emphasized this during the fourth annual “Odun Olodunmare” celebration at his palace in Iwo, stressing that Nigerians need to turn to God for forgiveness and wisdom to tackle the country’s economic challenges.
According to Oba Akanbi, Nigeria’s rich mineral resources are sufficient, but the country needs God’s wisdom to utilize them effectively without foreign interference. He also noted that the economic hardship is not unique to President Bola Tinubu’s administration, as every government since President Shehu Shagari’s era has faced similar challenges.
The traditional ruler highlighted the importance of worshiping the one true God, free from deity worship, during the celebration. He emphasized that both Muslims and Christians were present, showcasing the event’s cultural and traditional significance.