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The Presiding Bishop of Rhema Christian Church and Towers (RCC&T), Archbishop Dr. Taiwo Akinola, has called on leaders to embrace righteousness, justice, and compassion in governance as the nation battles economic crisis, insecurity, and moral decline. He spoke with reporters ahead of the church’s 34th Rhema World Convention with the theme: “The God of All Possibilities” (Luke 1:37). It holds from Sunday, November 2 to Sunday, November 9, 2025, at the Church’s headquarters on the Lagos-Abeokuta Expressway, Sango-Ota, Ogun State. According to him, the annual convention will mark both the church’s founding anniversary and a time of spiritual renewal. Akinola noted the Convention would feature daily teachings, welfare outreach, and powerful revival sessions expected to “usher in a new dimension of experience in the power of the Holy Spirit.” Prominent guest ministers billed to attend include Bishop Victor Akilla, Bishop Abiodun Akinteye, Bishop Israel Alaya, and other anointed men of God. Rhema’s in-house ministers—Bishop Adesina Olufade, Pastor Femi Gbenjo, Pastor Tofunmi Opaleye, Pastor Rotimi Daniel, Pastor Tunde Bolarinwa, and Pastor Daniel Etebong Henshaw—will also minister with Akinola and his wife. A highlight of the gathering will be the Annual Hosanna Night on Friday, November 7—a night of “High Praise, Power, Worship, and Wonders.” “Whatever miracle you desire, the God of all possibilities will surely make it happen,” Akinola declared. Turning to national issues, Archbishop Akinola used the occasion to address Nigeria’s socio-economic challenges, urging the government to govern with integrity and compassion. While commending recent GDP growth figures from the National Bureau of Statistics, he lamented that millions of Nigerians still suffer poverty, inflation, and unemployment. “Growth must be inclusive, allowing every Nigerian to share in the fruits of development,” he stressed, calling for transparent fiscal management and corruption-free governance. Expressing concerns over attacks on Christians and worship centres, Akinola referenced the Open Doors International World Watch List 2024, which ranked Nigeria sixth globally for Christian persecution. “We call on the government to uphold freedom of religion and protect all worship centres,” he said, emphasizing that true peace “must be built on justice.” He also decried the rising wave of banditry, insurgency, and abductions, citing the West Africa Security Tracker report that recorded over 550 deaths in May 2025 alone. He called for comprehensive security reforms, community policing and better welfare for security operatives. He described Nigeria’s infrastructure deficit as “a major brake on progress” and criticized the country’s rising debt profile, which hit ₦149.39 trillion in March 2025. “Borrowing should fund productive ventures, not consumption. Stewardship must be guided by moral responsibility before God,” he warned. Read Also: Actress Bose Akinola welcomes grandchild on birthday Akinola concluded his address with a message of hope and renewal, declaring that Nigeria’s destiny can still be restored through repentance, integrity, and collective action. “We believe that Nigeria’s story is not over. With righteousness and unity, this nation shall rise again,” he said, quoting 2 Chronicles 7:14: “If my people who are called by my name shall humble themselves and pray… then will I hear from heaven and heal their land.” He prayed for peace, justice, and prosperity across the nation, urging Nigerians to be “agents of positive change” in their communities.
