Nigeria's hardship isn't measured in numbers anymore, the Christian Association of Nigeria says. It's counted in empty stomachs and sleepless nights.
Archbishop Daniel Okoh, CAN's president, made this observation while marking Eid-El-Kabir. He released a statement reflecting on the nation's current struggles.
Okoh noted that the festive period reminds us of faith, obedience, and sacrifice. But beyond celebration, it reveals Nigeria's true condition right now.
Families across the country struggle with rising living costs, he pointed out. School fees go unpaid while businesses shut their doors.
Farmers have abandoned their fields out of fear. Young people lie awake worrying about what comes next.
Insecurity haunts many communities still. Economic strain crushes small enterprises daily.
According to Okoh, Eid-El-Kabir carries deeper meaning in these times. Sacrifice shouldn't fall only on ordinary citizens, he stressed.
"Leadership must also embody sacrifice through integrity and moderation," Okoh stated. Government officials, politicians, and business leaders must show genuine commitment to people's welfare.
He called on those in power to stop the blame games. Self-serving interests must be set aside, he insisted.
Public trust has eroded across the nation, the CAN leader noted. Promises have lost all credibility with Nigerians.
What people need now is real hope, not empty words. "Citizens seek leadership that listens and takes action," Okoh said.
Leaders must share in the daily sacrifices ordinary Nigerians endure. This season should serve as a moral wake-up call for everyone in authority.
Rhetoric alone cannot restore trust, he warned. Action matters more than speeches.
