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Oyebanji Charges Churches to Lead Campaign Against Corruption, Get-Rich Quick Syndrome

Ekiti State Governor, Mr Biodun Oyebanji has charged the church to take the leading role in the fight against corruption, illicit wealth acquisition, money rituals, and other get-rich quick syndrome undermining the moral and ethical values in the country.

The Governor also urged the church leadership to use the pulpit to champion the promotion of godly character and enduring values, stressing that the Nation must be united to fight the demon of materialism that has held the people down for long.

Governor Oyebanji stated these on Tuesday while declaring open the 2025 annual Conference of Presidents’ Retreat of the Nigerian Baptist Convention, held at the Esther Oyebanji Event Center, Ikogosi Ekiti, with the theme, leading with skills and integrity. He emphasized the need for hard work and integrity in the collective pursuit of peace and prosperity

Reiterating his istration’s commitment to ethical governance, Governor Oyebanji expressed optimism that with the church’s , the fight against societal vices would gain momentum, thereby leading to a more prosperous and morally upright society.

The Governor expressed concerns over the prevalence of illicit wealth acquisition and fraudulent practices in the country, stressing that while wealth creation through hard work remains a virtue for the spread of prosperity in the society, there is need for well meaning Nigerians to collectively fight the crazy appetite for get-rich- quick syndrome that has eaten deep into the fabric of our society, including the Church.

“I call on the Church to us in the campaign against the dangerous evils of corruption, illicit wealth acquisition, money rituals and fraudulent activities of some Nigerians.”, he said .

Containing, the Governor said : “I want to charge the Church to continue to be in the vanguard of the promotion of peaceful coexistence and to use the pulpits for the promotion of godly character and enduring values. As a nation, we must unite to fight the demon of monism in our society”.

Expressing gratitude to God for the opportunity to host the conference for the first time in the history of Ekiti State, the Governor commended the Baptist Mission for its historic role in the development of Ikogosi Ekiti, particularly through the early missionary work of Rev. John Dimagi, who discovered ikogosi warm and cold springs in 1952.

Governor Oyebanji who noted that the church has greatly influenced the town spiritually, educationally, and socially, said most families in ikogosi have benefited from the Baptist mission’s presence over the years.

While calling on the church to continue to and pray for his government, the state and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, Governor Oyebanji said President Tinubu’s reforms have helped steer the nation away from financial collapse, adding that the country has begun to show signs of recovery.

“We are indebted to the Church for its pioneering role in the development of education and the provision of opportunity for our people. It is for no reason that Ikogosi is a Baptist Town. There is hardly a household that has not benefited one way or the other in the missionary work of the Baptist in this community.

“Let me also implore you to continue to pray and President Bola Ahmed Tinubu whose bold policies and reforms halted the country’s slide into depression and bankruptcy. It is a fact that the economy has started showing sign of stability and recovery. Your prayers and are needed at this critical time for peace and progress of the nation”. The Governor asserted

Earlier in his remarks, the Chairman, Nigerian Baptist Convention Conference Presidents Fellowship, Rev (Dr.) Koeleh Saleh, who commended the Governor for been a good ambassador of Christ and for leading with the fear of God, said afford the conference the opportunity for pray for further progress and development in the state and the country at large.

Also in his welcome address, the host Conference President, Rev (Dr.) Emmanuel Aribasoye explained that the retreat serves as a platform for reflection, strategic planning, and fostering unity among Baptist leaders to promote peace, integrity, and godly values across the country.

Presidents of Baptist Conferences from across the states of the federation and their spouses are part of the retreat, an annual conference of the Baptist mission in the country.

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lol
Lemme not say anything. Touch not my anointed, and...

A pastor already threatened to send us to jail

Oyebanji is the corrupt person he is talking about

When corruption is staring at all our faces

This country have never experienced the kind of unity we have amongst politicians in the 3 arms of government. zombies term it evidence of good government, when it is obviously because they are all getting huge chunks of the national cake, while boldly giving out slots for most recruitment in government agencies. Now who will checkmate corruption amongst them? NONE. They are all aligned

Oyebanji should carry the charge to politicians and leave the church alone.

Politicians and pastors are 5 & 6

Hmmm.

Itiskdg121:
lol
Lemme not say anything. Touch not my anointed, and...

A pastor already threatened to send us to jail

I guess you should purge urself first, not only "touch no my anointed" that would correct anomalies in the society, it starts from you.

I agree. If the church is failing the nation will fail. We must take real action now and not just empty prayers without the work to go with it

The governor already charged the church. You should follow suit

Fiscus105:



I guess you should purge urself first, not only "touch no my anointed" that would correct anomalies in the society, it starts from you.

Sebi church na EFCC.

Itiskdg121:
lol
Lemme not say anything. Touch not my anointed, and...

A pastor already threatened to send us to jail

Baba say something, because I know 10% tithe go reduce, if those people started preaching against corruption. Most of their clients get proceed money from corruption, and remove 10% for churches

omoredia:
I agree. If the church is failing the nation will fail. We must take real action now and not just empty prayers without the work to go with it

The mosque nko?

Zionmdde:

The mosque nko?

maybe he is not a Christian.

Apc politicians are the ones on top now,and na Dem dey go church and donate more,
Think otherwise


U get the point now?

Okay

Tell them

Lead by example, Mr. Governor.
Tell the man you like to praise all the time to fight corruption too.

If you have 10 - 18 million naira sitting pretty in your I encourage you to JAPA if not to the top 5 countries, check some European nations, and run away.

If you don't have the aforementioned figure do yourself a favor to and re-strategize and plan accordingly, focus, don't chase woman, sleep well, eat well and drink a lot of water. Ire o00

Zionmdde:

The mosque nko?

Do they represent the same thing?

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Oyebanji Charges Churches to Lead Campaign Against Corruption, Get-Rich Quick Syndrome

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If the governor is not the most corrupt person, then why is he not employing teachers and workers for free education and water supply

Cheapgadget:
Politicians and pastors are 5 & 6

Does this mean that Majek Fashek knew what he was talking about here




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Them no go gree. They are beneficiaries of corruption

If you travel past ekiti at night by road you go know sey this man PR for NL no be small

Nigerians and hypocrisy are like 5 and 6😂😂😂😂😂

Lol , the church no fit lead the fight against corruption o!

Most churches dey benefit from this corruption sef.

I hate present day Africa mentality

Starting from his own house. The publicity governor mtcheew

AM A CHRISTIAN, BUT OUR MOLDEN CHURCH ARE WORST THAN ANYTHING NOW

The most corrupt people are the politicians. All of them attend churches and mosques and listen to preaches and sermons from Pastors and lmams. Yet, they refused to change. They are termed "Church goes".

Is the governor saying that he has not heard more than enough of the preaching. Has that changed his life too.
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