FG urged to focus on governance, development in tackling insecurity

Prophet Sam Olu Alo, Planter of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Grace of Mercy Prayer Mountain, with branches in Nigeria and abroad, has advised the Federal Government to prioritise good governance, inclusive leadership and development-driven policies as sustainable solutions to insecurity. He made the call while speaking with journalists in Ekiti during the distribution of […]

Prophet Sam Olu Alo, Planter of the Christ Apostolic Church (CAC) Grace of Mercy Prayer Mountain, with branches in Nigeria and abroad, has advised the Federal Government to prioritise good governance, inclusive leadership and development-driven policies as sustainable solutions to insecurity.

He made the call while speaking with journalists in Ekiti during the distribution of relief items worth about N10 million to widows, orphans and indigent students.

Prophet Alo said addressing unemployment, poor education and underdevelopment would go a long way in reducing insecurity, adding that dialogue with individuals who genuinely renounce criminality should be geared towards rehabilitation and reintegration into society.

“There is room for genuine repentance,” he said. “Anyone who truly turns away from crime should be encouraged through proper rehabilitation. However, long-term peace will only come when government focuses on development, job creation and social inclusion.”

The cleric noted that insecurity thrives where poverty and lack of opportunity persist, stressing that investments in infrastructure, industries and education would help address the root causes of violence.

Prophet Alo, who has sustained humanitarian outreaches for 15 years, said helping the needy gives him fulfillment.

“I am happiest when I see joy on the faces of widows and orphans,” he said. “Some people wonder why I invest so much in charity, but wealth is meaningless if it is not used to uplift lives.”

He encouraged wealthy Nigerians to embrace a culture of compassion and giving, describing assistance to the less privileged as both a moral and spiritual responsibility.

The cleric also cautioned citizens against allowing short-term inducements to influence their electoral choices, urging voters to focus on competence, integrity and capacity for service when choosing leaders.

“Our people must be discerning and think beyond immediate benefits. Leadership choices should be about the future and the common good,” he said.

Commenting on President Bola Tinubu’s directive on the rationalisation of security details for VIPs, Prophet Alo said the policy could encourage broader reflection on the importance of strengthening security for all citizens.

He further urged Nigerians to demand accountability from public office holders, noting that active civic engagement is essential for good governance and democratic growth.

Beneficiaries of Prophet Alo’s scholarship and empowerment programmes described him as a consistent supporter of the less privileged.

Amina Jinadu, a Muslim student of the Federal Teaching Hospital Secondary School, Ido-Ekiti, expressed gratitude for the support, saying it had given her renewed motivation to focus on her studies.

Other scholarship recipients, including Abiodun Deborah Oluwafisayomi and Adeola Eunice Ayomiposi, also thanked the cleric and pledged to work harder academically.

Some of the 3,500 widows who received food items, clothing and financial support, including Mrs. Felicia Olajide from Osi-Ekiti and Mrs. Victoria Ajayi from Usi-Ekiti, praised the outreach and prayed for the continued success of the ministry.

Deaconess Modupe Ogunbusuyi, Matron of Adamimogo Worldwide, said Prophet Alo annually supports WAEC fees, scholarships and welfare schemes with assistance from partners in the U.S., UK, EU, Lagos and other parts of Nigeria.

Adamimogo Partners from the U.S. and other countries also supported the outreach by providing free medical services in Lagos and Ekiti. Led by Dr. Fawoya Olufemi, the medical team delivered services valued at over N6 million, including free medical consultations, drugs and the distribution of 5,000 eyeglasses.