Abuja, 15 February, 2024 / 1:16 pm (ACI Africa).
Representatives of Christians leaders in Nigeria under the Christian Association of Nigeria (CAN) are calling upon those with leadership roles in the West African nation to recognize the fact that the economic challenges in the country need to be resolved with “urgency”.
In their Lenten message issued Wednesday, February 14, the representatives of Christian leaders, who include representatives of the Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) emphasize the need for action to alleviate people's pain.
“I urge our leaders at all levels of governance to recognize the urgency of the economic challenges facing our nation and to take concrete action in providing support for individuals facing economic hardship,” they say in the message that CAN President, Archbishop Daniel Okoh, signed.
They call for “solidarity and commitment to create a more inclusive and compassionate society where the burdens of the marginalized are alleviated and their voices are heard.”
The representatives of Christian leaders say, “As we embark on this Lenten journey, our hearts are drawn to the plight of many who struggle to make ends meet.”