General Overseer of the Citadel Global Community Church, Pastor Tunde Bakare has expressed his concerns about Nigeria’s prosperity being hindered by external forces and internal corruption.
Bakare believes that some countries perceive Nigeria as a threat and fear its potential prosperity.
The pastor made these comments while ministering to his spiritual sons and daughters living in London with a message titled “Celebrating God’s Legacy- Honouring the Past and Celebrating the Future.”
According to Bakare, Nigeria’s elite benefit from corruption and eliminate anyone who tries to disrupt the status quo.
This he said has resulted in the country failing to experience progress and prosperity. Bakare’s concerns highlight the need for Nigeria to tackle its corruption problem.
Bakare also noted that Nigeria’s leaders have failed to discover the root causes of its problems, adding that instead of focusing on building legacies, they should prioritize addressing the underlying issues that hinder the country’s progress.
Nigeria’s relationship with international organizations such as the World Bank and the International Monetary Fund was also mentioned by Bakare.
While he is not opposed to these relationships, he believes that Nigeria’s leaders should be cautious when dealing with these organizations.
Bakare’s comments serve as a reminder that Nigeria’s progress is not just dependent on external factors but also on its internal dynamics.
Ultimately, Bakare’s message emphasizes the need for Nigeria to take an introspective approach to its development.
By acknowledging and addressing its underlying issues, Nigeria can unlock its full potential and achieve the prosperity it deserves.
He said: “Don’t you think there are nations who don’t want Nigeria to prosper? We are a threat. But before accusing others, what about giants cornering the wealth of the nation? The leadership of the nation cannot go to bed with two eyes closed when dealing with these giants. The elites are benefiting from the corruption and if you are not part of them, they eliminate you by any means.
“The elites continue to hold down the country. I am not against the World Bank, or International Monetary Fund but David, in the Bible inquired. We seem to leave the root issues in our nation.
“Our founding fathers, irrespective of their political affiliations, were not in politics for what they would get. Do we pay attention to honour the past while making fruitless efforts to embrace the future? Rather than building a legacy, let us begin to look at the root cause of our problems.”
