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Nigeria@61: We must bury our differences to attain our bright future, Archbishop Martins charges citizens no

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4 years ago

September 30, 2021

Nigeria@61: We must bury our differences to attain our bright future, Archbishop Martins charges citizens

As the nation marks its 61^st Independence anniversary amidst so much insecurity and other areas of anxiety, the Catholic Archbishop of Lagos, Most Rev. Alfred Adewale Martins has assured Nigerians that a bright future still lies ahead provided there is sincerity of purpose and the will to be just and equitable from all and sundry.

In his 61^st Independence anniversary message to Nigerians signed by the Director of Social Communications, Rev. Fr. Anthony Godonu, Archbishop Martins, while noting that the country was passing through one of its most challenging periods since independence in 1960, urged the various ethnic nationalities not to give up on the unity of the country, but to take the necessary proactive steps to right the wrongs that have afflicted us and build a nation that all would be proud to associate with.

Archbishop Martins accused members of the political class across the various political parties of deliberately and continuously playing the ethnic and religious cards across the various ethnic nationalities to further perpetuate unhealthy rivalry in the polity for their selfish parochial interests.

He said most of Nigeria’s problems can be solved if the political actors and their associates would set aside their mundane selfish interests and work for the common good and the welfare of all.

“At this time that we celebrate the 61^st independence anniversary of our country, we must thank God for the gift of life and for keeping the country together, despite the atrocities being committed by criminals of various descriptions who through their atrocious acts of blood-letting have led thousands of our fellow citizens to their untimely death and loss of properties. It is indeed a miracle of sorts that despite all these anomalies across the land, we are still here to mark this year’s independence. We pray that this will not be the last and that our country will continue to thrive.

We shall thrive again only if we are able to address the critical issues of discontent among us. We are all aware of the issues that need to be addressed but which the leadership at all levels has not found the will to address. Such issues as insecurity, ethnicism, the activities of Boko Haram and bandits, nepotism, corruption, unemployment, poverty, lack of good healthcare system, religious bigotry and fanaticism e.t.c. are leading the country in the direction of disintegration. Evil is thriving in our land because most of those in positions of leadership and majority of the followers over the years have failed to do the needful. And unfortunately, no one is being held accountable. The celebration of the independence anniversary of our country, presents us with another opportunity to reason together and face the reality that all is not well with us. We must be brave enough to confront these challenges with honesty and objectivity or else we risk the disintegration of the country; God forbid!!”

Archbishop Martins also reiterated his call for a total overhaul of the present structure of governance in country. According to him, the present system is so badly skewed that there would always be people who feel left out and unjustly treated in the scheme of things within the country. Therefore, there is a need for discussion and negotiation among the peoples of Nigeria so that we can attain the restructuring that would move the country away from the brink of failure that we have found ourselves.

Finally, he said: The Scriptures have told us that the unless the Lord builds the house, the labourer labours in vain. We must therefore continue to ask God in prayers for the unity and prosperity of the country as well as the security of lives and properties of the people. Since all things are possible with God, we are assured that Nigeria will be great again. God bless Nigeria and restore all that we have lost over the years. Amen

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Jah Jehovah Jireh to Hold 7th Anniversary ThanksGiving on April 27 in USA

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3 days ago

April 21, 2025

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Jah Jehovah Jireh to Hold 7th Anniversary ThanksGiving on June 27 in USA

By AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM

Sunday 27th April 2025, All roads leads to Bissonet Street, Houston Texas, 77099 Suite 203 USA as Jah Jehovah Jireh Mount of Salvation will be holding it’s 7th Anniversary Thanksgiving for all members of its church across the globe.

Jah Jireh is a member of C$S Church Agbo Jesu world wide.

The venue for this year Thanksgiving will be at the prestigious complex 11965 Bissonet Street Houston Texas 77099 suite 203 USA.

August24news.com religious Editor, AJAGBE ADEYEMI TESLIM gathered that the 2025 Thanksgiving shall be CHRIST IN ME, THE HQPE OF GLORY Colossians 12.7.

According to to the Host and Elder-in- Charge of Jah Jireh Salvation Church SNR/PRO. SNR AP. Modupe Arinola Ojajuni-Rahman told newsmen that the significant of the thanks giving is to partake in prayers and praising of almighty God.

Speaking Further, She Emphasize that One of the major activities that is expected of us as God’s children in Cherubum and Seraphim Church is to be active in praise worshipping for what he has done in our lives.

For Prayers, Guidance and Counseling Elder Module Rahman Ojajuni can be contacted through the church email address jjjmountsalvation@yahoo.com.

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November 28, 2024

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MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA

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6 months ago

November 1, 2024

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MULTIPLE HONOURS FOR EVELYN JOSHUA IN ARGENTINA

BY DARE ADEJUMO

In a gallant and joyful show of gratitude for the crusade held in Argentina by the Synagogue Church Of All Nations SCOAN along with its landmark charity programme for the “poorest of the poor” in the country, Pastor Evelyn Joshua has been showered with multiple honours and awards by the government authorities in Argentina.

The Crusade was officially recognized as an event of public interest by the various government bodies.

Pastor Joshua received the “Key of the city of Resistencia in CHACO Province” by the Mayor of the city, Abelardo Nokckich,. That “key” makes her the first among equals, a distinguished personality and very important “citizen” of the Argentine city.

The other Awards are: from the President of the Chamber of Deputies of the Province of CHACO, Mrs Carmen Delgado Britto in recognition of the Crusade as “a special event and a great thing for the Province by law” and that by the Governor of the province Mr. Leandro Zdero.

Accepting the Awards, Evelyn Joshua who was visibly surprised by the Awards, expressed her deep gratitude to the nation and the Awarders.

“It’s God’s comnand that we should be here to demonstrate His love physically and spiritually. I dedicate these Awards to the christians in Argentina who are striving and yearning to be like our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.

That you may continue to grow in faith, spirit and words of God. I thank the Argentine government and all the various authorities that considered me fit for the awards” She prayed for a glorious turn around and God’s blessings for the land.

Major dignatories at the event include: the Provincial Deputy, Mr Paola Beneitez, The Minister of Justice, Labour and Human Rights Mr. Jorge Gomez, Director of Religious Affairs for the Province, Mr Pedro Garcia and Director of Religious Affairs for the municipality of Resistencia, Mr. Javier Pinero.

The two-day Crusade was a high water shed in the christians’ experience in Argentina.

Apart from rejuvenating and invigorating the early Apostolic age revival in a country where Christianity was gradually becoming a mere social gathering, Evelyn Joshua Crusade made the physiognomy of Christianity real with the avalanche of miracles, healings, deliverances, blessings and salvation of several human souls happening simultaneously and practically during the Crusade.