Bishop Ikeakor expresses worry over Nigeria’s debt profile
Bishop Ephraim Ikeakor of Amichi diocese
The Anglican Bishop of Amichi Diocese, the Right Reverend Ephraim Ikeakor has expressed worry at the astronomical debt profile of the nation handed over by the immediate past administration.
The cleric made the remark while delivering his presidential address at the 3rd session of the 5th Synod of the Diocese held at St Philip Anglican Church Eziama Amichi in Nnewi South Local Government Ares of Anambra State.
He expressed sadness with the reckless borrowing spree which so many out gone governors embarked on.
He faulted the timing of the removal of subsidy on petrol, noting that government should have implemented it in phases with adequate palliatives in place to cushion its huge effects.
In the other areas, the Bishop condemned the disturbing rise in neo paganism and pseudo Christianity, especially among the youths and called on the entire body of Christ to rise up and fight it.
He appreciated the Anambra State governor, Prof Charles Soludo for his stand on eradication of idolatry and development strides so far, while praying for God’s guidance on fulfilling his campaign promises.
In his speech during the synod ,the Anglican Bishop of the province of the Niger and Bishop of Awka Diocese, Most Rev Alexander Ibezim, thanked Bishop Ikeakor for the great things God is using him to do at Amichi.
Ibezim however encouraged the Bishop to maintain the tune and to ensure the infrastructural standards are maintained.
www.odogwublog.com reports that the synod with the theme: “Clearing the Identity Crisis: Who Actually Is A Christian”, was well attended by people from all walks of life including the clergy and laity of the Anglican Church from across the country.
