Preach peace and unity, Ambode urges religious leaders

The Lagos State governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode,  yesterday urged religious leaders to see the period as a time to continue to preach the message of hope, peace, unity, integrity and religious tolerance to their followers, and intensify prayers for God’s intervention and restoration of hope in the future of Nigeria. Governor Ambode, who spoke at […]

The Lagos State governor, Mr. Akinwunmi Ambode,  yesterday urged religious leaders to see the period as a time to continue to preach the message of hope, peace, unity, integrity and religious tolerance to their followers, and intensify prayers for God’s intervention and restoration of hope in the future of Nigeria.

Governor Ambode, who spoke at a special Independence interdenominational service held at the headquarters of the Deeper Life Bible Church, Gbagada, Lagos, said he was optimistic that the best of Nigeria was yet to come, and urged Nigerians to continue to pray, hope and work for a better future for all.

He said that as the nation prepared to go to the polls next year, all hands must be on deck to sustain and deepen the process that would result in sustainable growth and good governance for all, just as he urged Nigerians to eschew all tendencies that may aggravate the challenges being experienced at the moment.

“As we celebrate our 58 years Independence anniversary, I urge us to remain steadfast and continue to uphold those values that have been passed down from our heroes who sacrificed so much to liberate us from the yokes of colonial rule. We must all get involved and work together to ensure that the potentials of this nation are fully realized for the benefit of everyone and future generations,” he said.

Ambode specifically commended the General Superintendent of the Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Pastor W. F. Kumuyi, for his “dedication and commitment shown towards the propagation of Christianity and the service of God over the years”, adding that he (Kumuyi) had continued to impact the lives of many globally through his inspirational teaching of the Word of God.

The governor also lauded the contributions of the church in the state, saying that the Gbagada community had benefited immensely from its various corporate social responsibility projects.

“I thank you for the good works you have done in the Gbagada community. Your holistic approach to religious activities has been demonstrated in your corporate social responsibility actions, especially the construction ofthe Oduwole bridge and a multi-level car park to ease traffic in this community.