The Anglican Diocese of Kaduna has advised Nigerians to place their trust in God rather than political leaders and human institutions, citing ongoing insecurity, economic hardship, unemployment, and governance challenges in the country.
The call was made by the Archbishop of Kaduna Ecclesiastical Province and Bishop of Kaduna Diocese, Church of Nigeria (Anglican Communion), Most Rev. Timothy Yahaya, during the Synod Thanksgiving Service held at St. Paul’s Anglican Church, Kakuri, Kaduna South Local Government Area.
He said the central message of the Synod was that true hope and confidence should be anchored in God, who never fails, rather than in human systems that often fall short of expectations.
According to him, many Nigerians have continued to rely on leaders and institutions that have not met public expectations over time.
“We have relied on men as leaders and they have failed us. We have relied on them for security and they are not securing the nation. We have relied on certificates, yet many graduates remain unemployed,” he said.
The Archbishop, however, urged Nigerians not to lose hope, stressing that despite human shortcomings, God remains faithful and dependable in all circumstances.
The Synod also expressed concern over the performance of the National Assembly, noting what it described as weak oversight of the executive arm of government.
The cleric emphasized that democracy can only function effectively when the legislature, executive, and judiciary operate independently and hold one another accountable in line with the principle of separation of powers.
On electoral matters, Archbishop Yahaya raised concerns about public trust in the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), saying many Nigerians are yet to regain confidence in the electoral process following past controversies.
He urged the INEC leadership to ensure that future elections are free, fair, and credible, while also addressing issues affecting the Continuous Voter Registration (CVR) process to avoid disenfranchising eligible voters.
He further called on governments at all levels to prioritize policies that protect vulnerable children and improve their welfare and future opportunities.
The Archbishop also criticized the growing focus on political positioning ahead of the 2027 general elections, urging leaders to concentrate on governance and addressing pressing socio-economic and security challenges.
He said elected officials should prioritize delivering democratic dividends to citizens before engaging in political campaigns and realignments for future elections.
