The Church Must Speak Responsibly on Governance, Hold Leaders Accountable — Pastor Adeleye

In an interview with SEYI SOKOYA, the President of the Western Nigeria Union Conference of the Seventh-day Adventist Church, Pastor Ezekiel Adeleye, has emphasized the need for the church to speak responsibly on governance and hold leaders accountable. According to a report by Tribune Online, Adeleye made these remarks in the context of the ongoing insecurity in Nigeria. He argued that the church, as a moral institution, has a crucial role to play in fostering good governance and promoting peace and justice.

Adeleye stated that the church should not shy away from addressing issues of governance, but rather, it should use its platform to advocate for transparency, accountability, and the rule of law. He noted that while the church is not a political body, it can still play a significant role in ensuring that leaders are held accountable for their actions and decisions.

The pastor’s comments come at a time when there is growing concern about the state of governance in Nigeria. Many Nigerians have expressed dissatisfaction with the government’s handling of the ongoing insecurity in the country, particularly in the northwest and northeast regions.

Adeleye’s call for the church to speak responsibly on governance and hold leaders accountable is a timely one. As a moral institution, the church has a unique role to play in promoting peace, justice, and good governance in Nigeria. Its voice can help to hold leaders accountable and inspire a culture of transparency and accountability that is essential for the country’s development.