Awori Anglican Diocese had advised the government of President Muhammadu Buhari and Prince Dapo Abiodun to listen to the requests of the people. The Diocese made this known in their communique issue at the end of 2020 annual synod held at St. Timothy Anglican Church, Sango-Ota, Ogun State.
THE COMMUNIQUE ISSUED AT THE END OF THE FIRST SESSION OF THE FOURTH SYNOD OF THE DIOCESE OF AWORI, CHURCH OF NIGERIA-ANGLICAN COMMUNION HELD FROM 2ND OCTOBER – 4TH OCTOBER 2020 AT ST. TIMOTHY’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, SANGO OTTA, OGUN STATE.
The 1st Session of the 4th Synod of the Diocese of Awori under the guidance of the Holy Spirit and the leadership of the Diocesan, The Rt. Revd. Dr. J. Akin Atere held at St. Timothy’s Anglican Church, Idiroko Road, Sango Ota, Ogun State between 2nd – 4th October, 2020 with the theme “Where are the Prophets? (Jeremiah 1:9-10). At the meeting, the following conclusions were arrived at:
APPRECIATION
The 1st Session of the 4th Synod appreciated and gave thanks to God for the successful deliberations. The Synod also expressed gratitude for the valued presence of various Church leaders including Rt. Revd. Dr. Humphrey B. Olumakaiye, Bishop of Lagos, who preached at the Opening Service, Rt. Revd. Samuel O. Ogundeji, Bishop of Egba West, the Rt. Revd. Nathaniel O. Ogundipe, Bishop of Ifo. Goodwill message from The Most Revd’s Dr. M. O. Fape, the Archbishop of the Ecclesiastical Province of Lagos. 13 Sisters Dioceses and individuals sent best wishes and prayers to the Synod.
We are honoured at the Formal Opening Ceremony by the presence of her Excellency, the Deputy Governor of Ogun State; Engr. Mrs, Noimot Salako-Oyedele, Deputy Commissioner of Police Zone 2, Lagos and his wife Mr. & Mrs. Kayode Samuel.
The following Royal Fathers, the HRM Oba Prof. Adeyemi Abdulkabir Obalanlege, Olota of Ota, HRM Oba Dr. Samuel Olufemi Ojugbele, Onilogbo of Ilogbo Asowo, HRM Oba Wasiu Ogungbayi, Onitetiku of Owode were also present at the Opening Ceremony.
We also appreciate God for the lives of our Bible Study Expositor/Preacher at the Closing Service and also the resource persons, Ven. Williams R. Mehinsan, who preached at the Closing Service and also made exposition on the theme of the Synod: “Where are the prophets?”. We also appreciate Dr. Oluwole Kukoyi, the Medical Adviser, Diocese of Awori who gave the health talk entitled “Post-Corona Virus Life: What to do?” and Mr. Tunde Towolawi, the Head, Secretariat Ogun State Anchor Borrower Programme who delivered a lecture: “Ogun State Policy on Agriculture and the benefits to be derived from this policy and how to access the Agricultural Loan”.
THEME OF THE SYNOD
Prophets Speak of the mind, will and the words of God to the people and Nations, the Synod traced the functions and ministry of the prophets to divine assessor to natural life of people
- The spiritual life cum moral life are put side by side the verdict of God which might come as blessings or punishment
- Prophets are courageous
- Called divinely to serve the will of God.
- Are known to confront the ills of the society, their austere life disposition however, does not separate them from their people as they often call the people to repentance.
Both the ruled and the ruler must have the prophets to contend with, as both social and political activist opposed to socio political injustices, tyranny and other forms of abuses.
Where are the Prophets? is a search for prophets like Amos, Isaiah, Micah and Jeremiah to mention a few who spoke against evil in their time and is a timely question, in the face of many social, political and economic matters in Nigeria.
Some prophetic ministry in our land have received critical appraisal, while foretelling, is a critical part of the prophetic ministry. A prophet must not only have message for the future, but also for the present.
While some prophets are living up to expectations today by challenging the evil of the land amidst abuses, oppression and gross injustices many others have lost focus.
The synod acknowledges and commended the efforts of some prophets who have been active on issues affecting the masses and have not been silent about it.
CHURCH OF NIGERIA (ANGLICAN COMMUNION)
FELICITATION
The Synod heartily congratulates the Most Revd Henry Ndukuba, the new Primate and Metropolitan, Church of Nigeria, Anglican Communion while wishing the former Primate , the Most Rev. Nicholas D.Okoh and Mama Nkasiobi Okoh a well-deserved rest and retirement and pray that God grants them robust health, peace, joy and gladness of hearts.
The Synod congratulated the newly presented Archbishop of Owerri Ecclesiastical Province, the new Archbishops and newly consecrated Bishops of some dioceses and those fathers in God who have retired from active service of the church.
The Synod commiserated with the Diocese of Ijebu and the family of Rt. Revd. Dr. Ezekiel Ayo Awosoga the Lord Bishop of Ijebu Diocese who passed onto glory on Monday, 10th February 2020.
The Synod prayed that the new Primate of all Nigeria will be imbued with fresh anointing and power of the Holy Spirit on a daily basis and may the presence of God abide with him always.
STATE OF THE NATION
Nigeria is blessed with tremendous riches following the discovery of oil and some natural resources but it is still expected to assume its super role as the giant of Africa.
The synod called for spiritual renewal for all Nigerians so that we can rebuild the nation and bring back its glory.
The Synod congratulates the government and peoples of Nigeria on the 60th anniversary of the attainment of political independence calling for greater unity going forward.
- The Synod reiterated the need for the Federal government to listen to the yearnings of the people, engineer inclusive governance in order to stem the current tide of agitation to divide the nation.
- The Synod described the Amotekun security initiative of the South-West geo-political region as a right direction in the protection of lives and properties of the people, but however called for caution in its operations in order for the scheme not to be corrupted and its efforts becomes counter-productive.
- The Synod asked the federal government to keep faith with the agreement reached with the organized labour at their recent parley in order words disruption to the nation’s economy. While at the same time admonishing the workers to be committed to their duties.
- The Diocese of Awori (Church of Nigeria) Anglican Communion, expressed her support to the Christian Association of Nigeria in the ongoing debate on the propriety or otherwise of the Companies and Allied Matters Act, 2020 (CAMA) and other burning issues.
- The Synod called on pastors and other religious leaders in the country to be courageous enough to speak the truth to those in power with the knowledge that they will eventually give account of their stewardship to God at the end.
- The Synod congratulated the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), on the recently conducted gubernatorial election in Edo State adjudged by stakeholders as having been free and fair. The Synod is of the view that the country electoral system, should continually be improved thereby supporting the INEC’s intentions to introduce electronic voting.
- The Synod called for speed in the on-going talks between the Federal Government and Ogun State government in the reconstruction of the Lagos-Abeokuta/Ota Idiroko Road expressway noting that the Sango-Ota portion of the expressways has virtually broken down and needs urgent attention. In the alternative the Federal Government should allow the Ogun State government take over the reconstruction and repairs and be accordingly compensated.
- The Synod called on the fraction group called the Orthodox Anglican to have a rethink and come back home to the authentic Anglican Communion.
- Parents are admonished to resuscitate good family values and to serve as good role models to lead their children aright in view of deteriorating family values and moral decadence prevalent in our society now.
OGUN STATE
The Synod recognizes and appreciates the efforts of the State Governor, Prince Dapo Abiodun and his Deputy, Engr. Noimot Salako-Oyedele for their technocratic competence and commitment to achieve their election promises.
The Synod commended the laudable achievements so far recorded by the government while encouraging them to listen more to the plea of the masses and give more dividends of democracy.
The Synod appreciated the Governor for providing needed and up to date security equipment and adequate support to security agents to maintain law and order in the State while commending the effort of the Governor in the release of some kidnapped victims.
The Synod appreciated the Governor in the rehabilitation of the hitherto deplore link roads between Ota and Lagos but however called for more attention from the Government, on our roads in Sango- Otta and its environs. The Synod added that Ota axis should be considered for urgent attention giving its proximity to Lagos, being the gateway and a business hub for the State.
The Synod appreciates the Governor in his bid to rehabilitate Schools across all the wards in the State and for some promotions and appointments in the educational sectors which are instrumental to the system. The Synod thanked the Governor for the creation of the job portal for the employment of youths, especially into the Agricultural Sector in Ogun State.
The Synod noted the efforts of the Governor in giving attention to the Primary Health Centers across the State while renovating Hospitals and providing free treatment in some locations.
Efforts of the Governor in creating different economic and business policies towards improving the economy of the state and also the provision of loans for the well being of widows was appreciated.
The Synod congratulated the government on the inauguration of the Ogun State Sports Commission which was recently established aimed to gear up the youth to excel in sports. The synod encouraged the Governor and his Deputy to do more work and listen to the agitations of the people as the reward of hard work is more work.
DIOCESE OF AWORI
The Synod congratulated members of the Diocese of Awori for their dedication and willingness to advance the kingdom of God while calling on them to become God’s genuine mouth piece to say to the righteous it shall be well with him and to the wicked it shall be ill with him.
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