Christiana Gokyo, Jos
The Federal Government has been called upon to accord urgent priority to the comprehensive rehabilitation and sustained maintenance of critical road infrastructure nationwide.
This call was made by the 73rd General Church Council (GCC) of the Evangelical Church Winning All (ECWA), comprising constituencies both within Nigeria and in the diaspora.
The council brought together delegates from ninety-six (96) District Church Councils (DCCs).
The position was contained in a communiqué issued at the end of its three-day meeting held at the ECWA International Headquarters in Jos on Friday.
The communiqué was signed by the ECWA President, Rev. Dr. Job Ayuba Bagat Malam, and the General Secretary, Rev. Dr. Ayuba Asheshe.
While acknowledging and appreciating the efforts of the Federal Government towards advancing national infrastructural development, the council expressed grave concern over the deteriorating condition of roads across the country.
It noted that this situation continues to pose significant risks to lives and property, while also impeding economic productivity and national mobility.
The council further stated that such interventions should be deliberate, transparent, and consistently implemented to ensure durability, public safety, and measurable impact on the nation’s socio-economic development.
The communiqué also drew the attention of ECWA members to the forthcoming 2027 general elections in Nigeria, recognising the critical role of credible leadership in shaping the future of the nation.
The council called on all eligible members to ensure they are duly registered and to participate actively in the electoral process at all levels.
It also encouraged members who are called, gifted, and positioned for involvement in partisan politics to step forward and engage responsibly.
The communiqué noted that the absence of principled and value-driven individuals in the political space often creates room for poor governance and leadership deficits.
The council also called on the electoral umpire and relevant institutions to discharge their responsibilities with the highest standards of integrity, transparency, and fairness, thereby strengthening public confidence in the electoral process and its outcomes.
While encouraging active participation, the council strongly advised all members to conduct themselves in a peaceful, lawful, and civil manner, avoiding all forms of violence, misconduct, or actions that could undermine the unity and stability of the nation.
Members were also urged to remain prayerful and discerning, trusting God to guide the nation toward righteous leadership and sustainable development.
The communiqué further cautioned members against the uncritical adoption of AI technologies in ways that may diminish dependence on God, undermine biblical truth, or promote values inconsistent with the Christian faith.
The council also conducted elections, which were orderly and transparent.
Rev. Chidi Madubuko emerged as ECWA Vice President-elect, replacing the outgoing Vice President, Rev. Dr. Sunday S. Ajise, while Rev. Dr. Ayuba Asheshe was returned unopposed for a second term as ECWA General Secretary.
