Anglican Primate seeks action against poverty, insecurity

The Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Henry Ndukuba, has expressed optimism that Nigeria would overcome its worsening insecurity, economic hardship and social instability, urging citizens to combine faith with practical support for vulnerable communities. Speaking during the opening session of the 13th Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Abuja at St James […]

The Primate of the Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Henry Ndukuba, has expressed optimism that Nigeria would overcome its worsening insecurity, economic hardship and social instability, urging citizens to combine faith with practical support for vulnerable communities.

Speaking during the opening session of the 13th Synod of the Anglican Diocese of Abuja at St James Anglican Church, Ndukuba said the nation’s current struggles, though severe, were not insurmountable.

Using the synod as a platform for national reflection and renewal, the Anglican leader said Nigerians must remain hopeful despite widespread fear, hunger and uncertainty across the country.

“God will strengthen us in the face of these challenges. God will hear us. God will deliver our nation and God will help our people,” he said.

Ndukuba stressed that the church must move beyond spiritual exhortation to practical intervention, particularly at a time millions of Nigerians are battling hardship.

He said the theme of the synod, “The Priesthood of All Believers: Equipping God’s People for the Work of Ministry,” underscores the responsibility of Christians to actively support distressed communities and promote peace.

“In a time when people are suffering, in a time of insecurity, fear, hunger and poverty, it is necessary for us to make ourselves available not only to God but also to the people around us,” he said.

He maintained that despite Nigeria’s mounting challenges, the country’s future remained hopeful and should not be defined by its present difficulties.