Nigerian President Goodluck Jonathan greets supporters at a ceremony in Abuja on November 11, 2014. Nigeria’s President Goodluck Jonathan on November 11 declared his bid for re-election, vowing to finally defeat Boko Haram whose rise in strength during his first term has threatened the country’s sovereignty. The 56-year-old made the announcement to tens of thousands of supporters in the red, white and green of his ruling Peoples Democratic Party (PDP), at a carefully orchestrated ceremony including patriotic music, dancing, prayers and speeches. AFP PHOTO
By Bose Adelaja
PRESIDING Bishop of Zion City Revival Ministries with headquarters in Lekki, Lagos, Bishop Mike Johncleanton, has cautioned Nigerians especially politicians, to desist from making derogatory remarks about President Goodluck Jonathan.
Speaking at a media parley in his Lagos office, the bishop also warned those making the nation ungovernable to have a rethink as they will soon be brought to justice.
The Cleric said the insurgents are a threat to the peace and unity of Nigerians and called on the Federal Government to tackle the menace in a quiet manner, arguing that Boko Haram is more of spiritual, a threat to the development, peace and unity of this country.
On the Chibok girls, the cleric said their abduction is for the spiritual pollution of Nigeria as a nation, maintaining that those who want to turn Nigeria into an Islamic nation will fail as others have failed.
The cleric also urged Lagosians to be prayerful to avert a major division.
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