• About
  • Advertise
  • Contact
Friday, October 24, 2025
  • Login
Vital News
  • Frontpage
  • Business
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • National
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • More
    • Crime
    • Judiciary
    • Security
No Result
View All Result
  • Frontpage
  • Business
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • National
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • More
    • Crime
    • Judiciary
    • Security
No Result
View All Result
Vital News
No Result
View All Result
Home Politics

Don’t Treat Obidients Movement Like #EndSARS – Cardinal Okogie

..says Nigerians now more aware of their power

Vital News by Vital News
October 13, 2022
in Politics
0
Share on FacebookShare on Twitter

Lagos – Cardinal Olubunmi Okogie, Archbishop Emeritus of Lagos and former leader of the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) between 1994 and 2000, has warned that Nigerians are now more aware of their power since the #EndSARS days.

According to him, the #Obidient movement bears much semblance to the #EndSARS movement. Both are driven by the idea of a better Nigeria, both have the youths occupying the central place and both are fuelled, funded, and organized by unseen forces that have a magnetic pull on a vast majority of the populace.

He added that it would be foolish for the government to deal with it the same way they handled the #EndSARS; as scripture says, “Therefore let him who thinks he stands to take heed lest he falls” (1Cor. 10:12)

He also set the agenda for the next President of Nigeria.

The next president, as Okogie submitted, already has his work cut out for him.

RelatedStories

Professor Amupitan Resumes Office As New INEC Chairman

Former Minister, Tanimu Turaki, Emerges Northern PDP Consensus Candidate As National Chairman

Former Kogi Senator In Trouble Over Attempts To Scuttle Appointment Of Amupitan As INEC Chairman, Action Raises Dust Among Kinsmen

Three INEC Officials Going For November 8 Anambra Governorship Election Kidnapped In Kogi

“This calls for a decisive and forthright president; a president that will avoid and reject nepotism.

Cardinal Olubunmi Okogie

“Nigerians are looking forward to a president that will put food on their table, value education, provide easily affordable housing, promote industry and create jobs and wealth. Nigerians are looking for a God-fearing and people-loving president; that cares and is willing to serve – a servant leader.

“To elect such a leader, all hands must be on deck. We must shun all forms of tribal or religious politicking.

“We must not allow our greed or selfish interest to influence our choices. We must scrutinize each candidate judiciously and without any bias and elect the best man for the job irrespective of tribal, religious or regional affiliations. May God grant us a willing Servant Leader,” he said.

Below is his full article:

2023: That Nigeria’s tomorrow may be alright

By Anthony Cardinal Okogie

On Saturday, February 25, 2023, over 95 million registered voters are expected to troop to 176,846 polling units across Nigeria to elect a new president. This time around, there is a very strong indication that there will be a high voter turnout.

The reason is not farfetched. In the last seven years plus, Nigerians have had their high expectations dashed by the present Muhammadu Buhari administration resulting in mistrust and widespread discontent. That is not all, the standard of living and the cost of living for the average Nigerian is nothing to write home about.

These, amidst other unfortunate incidents, are some of the reasons the forthcoming elections must be taken as seriously as possible. From the political parties to the candidates themselves and even we the electorates; all hands must be on deck so we begin to salvage what is left of our nation.

“The #EndSARS movement/protest by the youths made the populace realize their power and place in the country.

“Unfortunately, it was poorly handled or responded to by the government and the resultant effect is what we are seeing today. Now more than ever, at least in the history of our nation, there is an increase in the rate at which people want to “JAPA”, simply put, brain drain or leave the country in search of greener pastures. So this election is a big deal and we cannot afford to get it wrong.

“Yes, President Buhari, INEC and the security agencies have assured Nigerians and the international community that the forthcoming 2023 general elections will be free, fair and credible. But there is yet noticeable uneasiness in the country.

“Volatile security challenges such as banditry, kidnappings, Boko Haram insurgency, killings and harassment of farmers by cattle herders, coupled with religious and ethnic intolerance and violence still plague the country and there are very weak or no attempts at bringing the culprits to justice.

“The impression that these create is that there is no law and order in the country, which has gravely affected the country’s economy. It is unfortunate, that today, Nigeria borrows for consumption as the 2023 budget projected N11trillion deficit revealed.

“A recent statement from the Debt Management Office put Nigeria’s total debt (local and external) at N42.84 trillion or $103.31 billion. We are yet to know how these monies are spent. Corruption has become the greatest constraint and hindrance to the growth and development of our country.

“It is estimated, from research, that more than $200 billion has been stolen from Nigeria and laundered offshore since the first year of this fourth Republic.

“Shamelessly, Nigeria, a major crude oil producer, imports petroleum products even from non-oil-producing countries. The challenges are legion. Today, it has become almost normal to hear that the national power grid has collapsed, yet consumers are continually charged higher tariff rates.

“Worn-out public infrastructure, neglect of education and health care delivery, humongous cost of governance, youth restiveness, and abject poverty and misery have been on the increase. It is common to see both old and young begging on the streets for a living. In all of these, our losses have become a huge human capital gain for offshore nations, particularly the West.

“For a country blessed with rich human and natural resources, it is both shameful and painful that we are where we are today. All over the world, we have Nigerians doing exceedingly well in every area of human endeavour. A young Nigerian, Adewale “Wally” Adeyemo is Deputy Secretary of the Treasury in President Joe Biden’s administration and recently, Kemi Badenoch, nee Adegoke was appointed by the British Prime Minister, Liz Truss as the Secretary of State for International Trade for the United Kingdom.

“These are just to mention a few illustrious Nigerians helping other nations with their knowledge and talent. If the proper facilities and opportunities were present here, these men and women would be enriching the Nation.

“The #Obidient movement bears much semblance with the #EndSARS movement both are driven by the idea of a better Nigeria, both have the youths occupying the central place and both are fuelled, funded, and organized by unseen forces that have a magnetic pull on a vast majority of the populace.

” It will be foolish for the government to deal with it the same way they handled the #EndSARS; as scripture says, “Therefore let him who thinks he stands to take heed lest he falls” (1Cor. 10:12).

“From the above narrative, the next president, already has his work cut out for him. This calls for a president that is decisive and forthright; a president, that will avoid and reject nepotism.

“Nigerians are looking forward to a president that will put food on their table, value education, provide easily affordable housing, promote industry and create jobs and wealth. Nigerians are looking for a God-fearing and people-loving president; that cares and is willing to serve – a servant leader.

“To elect such a leader, all hands must be on deck. We must shun all forms of tribal or religious politicking. We must not allow our greed or selfish interest to influence our choices.

” We must scrutinize each candidate judiciously and without any bias and elect the best man for the job irrespective of tribal, religious or regional affiliations. May God grant us a willing Servant Leader.

Cardinal Okogie is Archbishop Emeritus of Lagos and former leader of the Christian Association of Nigeria (1994-2000). (NAN/ vitalnewsngr.com

Tags: CardinalLagosObidientstreat
Previous Post

Benue APC Governorship Candidate Urges FG, Benue To Collaborate On Security

Next Post

Terrorism : Appeal Court Acquits, Discharges Nnamdi Kanu

Vital News

Vital News

RelatedStories

Professor Amupitan Resumes Office As New INEC Chairman
News

Professor Amupitan Resumes Office As New INEC Chairman

October 23, 2025
Former Minister, Tanimu Turaki, Emerges Northern PDP Consensus Candidate As National Chairman
Politics

Former Minister, Tanimu Turaki, Emerges Northern PDP Consensus Candidate As National Chairman

October 23, 2025
Former Kogi Senator In Trouble Over Attempts To Scuttle Appointment Of Amupitan As INEC Chairman, Action Raises Dust Among Kinsmen
News

Former Kogi Senator In Trouble Over Attempts To Scuttle Appointment Of Amupitan As INEC Chairman, Action Raises Dust Among Kinsmen

October 22, 2025
Police Begin Manhunt For Killers Of Three Officers, Two Vigilante In Kogi
News

Three INEC Officials Going For November 8 Anambra Governorship Election Kidnapped In Kogi

October 22, 2025
PDP NEC Appoints Damagum As Substantive National Chairman, Zones Presidential Ticket To South
Judiciary

Court Fixes Oct 31 For Judgment In Suit Seeking To Stop PDP National Convention

October 21, 2025
Next Post

Terrorism : Appeal Court Acquits, Discharges Nnamdi Kanu

8-Month After, ASUU Suspends Strike

Dangote Refinery At 97pct Completion – NMDPRA

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

Follow Us

Recommended

NAHCON, Saudi Firm Sign Agreement On Hajj Services, Secure Discount

Hajj 2023 : Buhari Grants 65pct Waiver On Aviation Charges To Airlines

2 years ago
Copyright Infringement : IOC/NOC Slams N2bln Suit On Nutricima Over Olympic Milk

Copyright Infringement : IOC/NOC Slams N2bln Suit On Nutricima Over Olympic Milk

2 years ago
ECOWAS Plans Standby Force To Counter Terrorists, Promises To Ease Sanctions On Niger Republic If …..

Eid -el -Fitr : Tinubu Felicitates With Muslims, Harps On Need To Build A Strong Nation

2 years ago

ADC Holds Convention, Ratifies Expulsion Of Presidential Candidate, Kachikwu, Others

3 years ago

Instagram

    Please install/update and activate JNews Instagram plugin.

Categories

  • Agriculture/ Water/ Mineral
  • Aviation
  • Business
  • Crime
  • Culture
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Entertainment
  • Environment
  • Football
  • Foreign
  • Gender
  • Health
  • Judiciary
  • Labour
  • Maritime/ Marine Transport
  • National
  • News
  • Oil & Gas
  • Opinion
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Power
  • Religion
  • Security
  • Sports
  • Tourism
  • Transport
  • Uncategorized

Topics

Abiodun Abuja APC arrest Atiku Bandits Bello Benue Buhari CBN cement Court Dangote death dies drugs Economy EFCC Election FG gunmen Hajj INEC Kano kidnap Kill Kogi Kwara Lagos NDLEA Niger Nigeria Ododo Ogun Oyo PDP Police Power refinery rescue road Security students Tinubu US
No Result
View All Result

Highlights

Dangote Group Denies Ownership Of Truck In Akungba-Akoko Accident

Former Minister, Tanimu Turaki, Emerges Northern PDP Consensus Candidate As National Chairman

Trailer Crushes Female University Lecturer To Death In Lokoja

Governor Adeleke Appoints Davido Chairman Of Osun State Sports Trust Fund

FG Warns Buyers To Stay Off ARCEDEM, Radio Nigeria Land, Four Other Landed Property In Oyo

‎IMPI Revises Inflation Rate Projection To 14% From 17% For December

Trending

Olubadan Set Up Committee To Revamp Moribund Industries, Revamp Abandoned Ibadan Urban Renewal Programme
Economy

Olubadan Set Up Committee To Revamp Moribund Industries, Revamp Abandoned Ibadan Urban Renewal Programme

by Vital News
October 23, 2025
0

The Olubadan of Ibadanland, Oba Rashidi Adewolu Ladoja has set up a committee to revamp moribund industries...

Your Exit Will Not In Anyway Affects Fortune Of PDP – Makinde To Atiku

Oyo Dares FG Over Lands, Says ARCEDEM, Radio Nigeria, NTA, NIHORT Lands Acquired In Public Interest

October 23, 2025
Professor Amupitan Resumes Office As New INEC Chairman

Professor Amupitan Resumes Office As New INEC Chairman

October 23, 2025
Dangote Denies Ownership Of Truck Involved In Enugu Accident

Dangote Group Denies Ownership Of Truck In Akungba-Akoko Accident

October 23, 2025
Former Minister, Tanimu Turaki, Emerges Northern PDP Consensus Candidate As National Chairman

Former Minister, Tanimu Turaki, Emerges Northern PDP Consensus Candidate As National Chairman

October 23, 2025
ADVERTISEMENT
Vital News

Vital News is an online newspaper with a mission to uphold professional journalism by reporting and publishing only facts and figures-based news reports across Nigeria and beyond.

Recent News

  • Olubadan Set Up Committee To Revamp Moribund Industries, Revamp Abandoned Ibadan Urban Renewal Programme October 23, 2025
  • Oyo Dares FG Over Lands, Says ARCEDEM, Radio Nigeria, NTA, NIHORT Lands Acquired In Public Interest October 23, 2025
  • Professor Amupitan Resumes Office As New INEC Chairman October 23, 2025

Categories

  • Agriculture/ Water/ Mineral
  • Aviation
  • Business
  • Crime
  • Culture
  • Economy
  • Education
  • Entertainment
  • Environment
  • Football
  • Foreign
  • Gender
  • Health
  • Judiciary
  • Labour
  • Maritime/ Marine Transport
  • National
  • News
  • Oil & Gas
  • Opinion
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Power
  • Religion
  • Security
  • Sports
  • Tourism
  • Transport
  • Uncategorized

© 2022 Vital News - . All Rights Reserved.

No Result
View All Result
  • Frontpage
  • Business
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • National
  • Opinion
  • Sports
  • More
    • Crime
    • Judiciary
    • Security

© 2022 Vital News - Vital News by Vital News.

Welcome Back!

Login to your account below

Forgotten Password?

Retrieve your password

Please enter your username or email address to reset your password.

Log In