Concerned about Nigeria’s current political and socio-economic trajectory, the Anglican Diocese of Aguata, Anambra State, concluded the second session of its seventh synod at Holy Trinity Church, Ufuma, with a strong call for responsible governance and national renewal.
In a communique issued by the Diocesan Bishop, Rt. Rev. Dr. Samuel Ezeofor, and Clerical Synod Secretary, Revd. Canon Uzochukwu Mojekwu, the Synod condemned the ongoing mass defections of politicians to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC), warning that the trend poses a serious threat to Nigeria’s democracy and risks transforming the country into a one-party state.
The Synod expressed deep concern over what it described as Nigeria’s gradual descent into hopelessness, noting that politicians appear more focused on the next election than on the welfare of the next generation. It urged leaders to embrace patriotism and put national interest above selfish ambition.
While commending President Bola Tinubu’s administration for recent steps taken to reduce petrol prices, the Synod encouraged further action to stabilize fuel production and distribution across the country. It also decried the worsening insecurity, citing reports that over ₦2.23 trillion was paid in ransom to kidnappers and bandits in 2024 alone, with little improvement in safety.
The planned disconnection of Aso Rock from the national grid and the proposed ₦10 billion solar power project drew criticism from the Synod, which argued that such a move distances the government from the suffering of ordinary citizens facing unreliable electricity.
In contrast, the Synod praised Governor Chukwuma Soludo for his impactful initiatives in security, infrastructure, education, and youth empowerment. Specific projects such as the new Government House, the upgraded Alex Ekwueme Square, and the Emeka Anyaoku Center for International Studies were noted as significant strides in state development.
The Synod acknowledged improvements in law enforcement and a decline in crime linked to “idol worship” and the pursuit of wealth without labor, attributing these changes to the state’s renewed focus on morality and public order.
Finally, the Synod urged government enforcement agents to act with restraint and professionalism. It also called on religious, traditional, and community leaders—as well as the general public—to collaborate in purging society of evil and injustice in all forms.
