Nigeria: Elect Leaders Who Will End Hardship, Makinde Tells Christians

What the report says

Daily Trust, via AllAfrica, reported that Seyi Makinde, described in the article as the Allied People's Movement presidential candidate and Oyo State governor, urged Christians to take part in politics rather than avoid it. He made the remarks during a Sunday service at the Church of Christ in Nations headquarters in Jos, Plateau State, where he said voters should help choose leaders who can address hardship, insecurity and weak governance in Nigeria.

According to the report, Makinde told the congregation that the country was at a critical point and needed leadership focused on security, economic growth, education and broader social and political reform. He said he was not in Jos to launch an open campaign but to worship, seek prayers and encourage Christians to play a stronger role in shaping the next election.

The article said Makinde also presented a document he called a reset Nigeria agenda or manifesto, and asked people to hold him accountable to its pledges. He said Christians should not stay away from voting because of concerns about politics being corrupt or morally compromising.

The COCIN president, Rev. Dr. Amos Musa Mohzo, also addressed the challenges facing the country, particularly insecurity and the economy, and encouraged Makinde to continue his campaign. The report noted that Makinde was in Jos ahead of an APM campaign rally in the city.