Ododo urges Kogi Christian leaders to promote unity, peace
Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi State has called on Christian leaders to prioritize unity and peaceful coexistence in their teachings. He urged religious figures to avoid using their platforms to incite ethnic or political divisions.
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Religious leaders hold significant influence in Nigerian society, and their rhetoric plays a critical role in maintaining regional stability.
The governor commended CAN for 50 years of faith, worship, unity and service to humanity.
Governor Ahmed Ododo of Kogi has urged Christian leaders to promote unity, reconciliation and peaceful coexistence through their sermons.
Mr Ododo made the call on Saturday in Lokoja during the Golden Jubilee celebration of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN), Kogi branch.
He cautioned religious leaders against using religion to promote ethnic and political divisions, urging them to make peace central to their teachings.
The governor commended CAN for 50 years of faith, worship, unity and service to humanity, describing the anniversary as a celebration of God’s faithfulness.
He said the milestone also honoured Christian leaders who had contributed to the state’s spiritual and social development.
Mr Ododo said societal greatness depended not only on wealth and infrastructure but also on shared values, unity and the legacy left for future generations.
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